Maytag MFI2569VEW User Instructions - Page 5
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3. Using an adjustable wrench, hold the nut on the plastic water line to keep it from moving. Then, with a second wrench turn the nut on the copper tubing counterclockwise to completely tighten. Do not overtighten. 4. Check connection by pulling on the copper tubing. 5. Attach the copper tubing to the refrigerator with a "P" clamp. Slide the plastic waterline into the retainer. A. "P" Clamp B. Brass nut C. Compression sleeve 6. Turn on water supply to refrigerator and check for leaks. Correct any leaks. Complete the Installation 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. All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included later in this section after "Final Steps." Remove and Replace Handles Style I - Metal Handles 1. Using a 3/32"Allen wrench, loosen the two set screws located on the side of each handle. See Metal Handle graphics 1 and 2. 2. Pull the handle straight out from the door. Make sure you keep the screws for reattaching the handles. 3. To replace the handles, reverse the directions. Style 2 - Plastic Handles To Remove Handles: 1. Grasp the lower part of the handle firmly, slide the handle up and pull the handle straight out from the door. See Plastic Handle graphics 1 and 2. To Replace Handles: 1. Position the handle so that the large holes in the mounting clips are down and align the holes with the door studs. 2. Rotate the handle so that the mounting clips are flat against the door and slide the handle down to engage. See Plastic Handle graphics 1 and 2. Remove Doors and Hinges IMPORTANT: • Remove food and any adjustable door or utility bins from doors. • Keep the refrigerator doors closed until you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet. NOTE: Provide additional support for the refrigerator door while the hinges are being removed. Do not depend on the door gasket magnets to hold the door in place while you are working. TOOLS NEEDED: s/_6",3/8",V4" hex-head socket wrench, #2 Phillips screwdriver, and a flat-blade screwdriver. 1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Remove the base grille. Grasp the grille firmly and pull it toward you. 1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. 2. Flush the water system. See "Water and Ice Dispenser." 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 the ice container. 3. Starting with the right-hand side door, remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door from the bottom hinge pin.