Maytag M8TXEGFBW Use & Care Guide - Page 6

Connect to Refrigerator 1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten. 3. Use the tube clamp on the back of the refrigerator to secure the tubing to the refrigerator as shown. This will help avoid damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back against the wall. 4. Turn shutoff valve ON. 5. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that leak. A B C D E A. Tube clamp B. Tube clamp screw C. Copper tubing D. Compression nut E. Valve inlet 6. The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If your water conditions require a second water strainer, install it in the ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection. Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer. Complete the Installation WARNING Refrigerator Doors Depending on the width of your doorway, you may need to remove the doors to move the refrigerator into your home. Also, the door hinges are factory installed on the right-hand side. If you want the door to open from the other direction, you must reverse the door swing. IMPORTANT: ■ Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF, unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and any adjustable door or utility bins from doors. ■ Depending on your model, your refrigerator has either Style1-Contour Doors or Style 2 - Standard Doors. Reference the graphic specific to your model later in this section following "Final Steps." NOTE: For contour door models only - A Reversibility kit, which includes a new Brand Badge and hole covers, is available. To purchase a reversibility kit, see "Accessories" for contact information, and order Part Number W10395149. Tools Needed hex head socket wrench, #2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-blade screwdriver open-end wrench, flat 2" putty knife. Remove Doors and Hinges Hex Head Hinge Screw 1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Using a hex head socket wrench, remove the three hex head hinge screws from the top hinge and lift up to remove the hinge. NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets to hold the doors in place while you are working. Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. 1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced. Allow 3 days to completely fill ice container. A B D C A Hex head hinge screws B. Top hinge C. Hinge pin D. Spacer 3. Lift the freezer door off of the center hinge and set it aside. 4. Remove the washer from the top of the Center Hinge pin. A A. Washer 6