How to Install Water Tubing in an LG Refrigerator

Written By
Andrew Todd
Andrew Todd
Published: May 31, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read
  1. Pull the refrigerator away from the wall and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

  2. Place the compression nut onto the end of the copper tubing, followed by the ferrule.

  3. Insert the end of the copper tubing into the water supply valve as far as it will go.

  4. Hold the line in place and tighten the compression nut using an adjustable wrench to secure the lines to the valve.

  5. Place the end of the line in a bucket and turn on the water supply valve. Allow approximately one quart of water to flow through the line to flush the line and then turn off the valve.

  6. Remove the plastic cap over the end of the refrigerator's water supply line.

  7. Place the compression nut onto the other end of the copper tubing, followed by the ferrule.

  8. Insert the end of the copper tubing into the refrigerator's water supply line as far as it will go.

  9. Hold the line in place and tighten the compression nut using an adjustable wrench to secure the lines together.

  10. Turn the water supply valve counterclockwise and inspect the line for leaks. Tighten as needed.

  11. Plug the refrigerator into the wall outlet and then push the refrigerator against the wall.

  12. Open the freezer door and turn the ice maker's power button to the "On" position.

Andrew Todd

Andrew Todd has been writing since 2006. He has written for the Consumer Search website and the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Florida. Todd has a Bachelor of Science in criminal justice from the University of Central…

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