Thank you. I was married for 9 years and could not get my husband to install the hose. My new guy has been around for 8 years, and I cannot get him to install it, so after 17 years of waiting, and thinking about buying a new refridge, I am going to install it. The install kit has been in the closet all these years. If you want to get something done, do it yourself. At least you were kind enough to instruct me. I would say I have a lot of patience, but need a lesson how to choose better friends. Haha. God Bless you.
Thank you so much. My husband refuses to bother, I’ve been struggling trying to figure this out the last 3 days. Yours is the only video I’ve come across that shows me what I need. Thank you thank you thank you!!!!!!!!
Sir, you saved me from having a total heart attack over the ignorance of the installers, who have been to my home twice and said I needed a plumber. I am OVER it! Ready for an "ice" cold beverage soon.
You don't need pipe dope on a compression fitting. The nut compresses that ring around the tubing which then squeezes the tubing and seals between the bevels on the body and the nut. The pipe dope only makes a mess and does nothing to contribute to a seal.
Just purchased a condo about 2 years ago. Tired of using ice tray's. I was told that the water line is already in the back of the fridge, I just needed to hook it up. I hooked it up today. Thanks so much for a simple DIY video. Nice hands (nails) by the way!
You forgot a ferrule (looks like a brass ring) that goes over the hose and under the nut. When the nut is tightened the nut and union squeeze up against the ferrule causing a proper seal at that joint, connection. For some reason not all kits come with a ferrule so it has to be pucrhased separately. If no ferrule is used you have the very big probability there will be a water leak. This is especially true in homes where the incoming water pressure is high. I know of city houses that have 100 ps,i pressure coming from the city water feed. These high pressure homes are typically at the bottom of a hill.
Sorry , but that copper sleeve is there to keep the line from collapsing. There should have been a small copper compression bead that goes on after the sleeve to compress the supply and inlet to the brass fitting.
You should us plastic compression rings (ferrules) on plastic tubing, NOT brass. Brass can damage/cut the plastic tube. I'm not sure why you didn't use a brass tube in the end that connects to the Oatey shut of valve but you should have. Lastly, thread sealant (or "pipe dope") should NOT be used on compression fittings. The water seal is NOT on the threads so the thread sealer will do nothing to seal water leaks. Leak free compression joints rely on appropriate alignment and tightening. Thread sealer may allow the nut to turn easier than without it and should NOT be used (especially in the amount you used).
Thank you for such a clear and wonderful video. I was looking to install new waterlines for a customer first time doing it and your video was perfect for my application I appreciate that keep it going.
Older American homeowner. NEVER under any circumstances use a plastic line. Use a braided stainless steel hose. They come with 1/4 inch compression fitting already attached.
@@ARNM55-l9vyour right. I remember my plastic line cracked after a year or two. I bought a braided line but didn’t use it because it was easier to cut the hose where it leaked and reconnect that way. I didn’t have to mess with the other side but I’m gonna have to deal with this again later, but at least I have the braided line.
Thank you so much for your video. I've been looking everywhere regarding water lines for a new construction house with plumbing similar to yours and I couldn't' find one. Your video was very informative in helping me regarding water lines for a new refrigerator.
The kit you brought to this installation had a lengthy run of plastic line. It probably was for an installation where the source of water would be coming from the sink running through cabinets instead of from the box already mounted in the refrigerator cove. Excellent video.
Regarding the hose that you're using, what effect does it have on the taste of the water? I seem to have read that using copper was the better option because it doesn't make the water taste bad. Great video. Thanks.
You DO NOT need pipe dope on a compression fitting. It will do absolutely no good if a compression fitting is leaking because it will leak around the hose, not the threads.
What is the name of the piece /part that comes out the wall which you connected the waterline to ? Specific name if possible thats what i need and i can connect mine.
My water dispenser is leaking on my fridge. I shut off the water supply. Will this affect my fridge or freezer operation? It also has an ice maker. I don't need ice or water from my fridge,I can live without that.
Dude,hottest day of the year and I had the same package of line ,parts etc ,used utility knife oppened pkg up to notice I nicked 5 of the 10ft of hose ,did a dry fit on all the new line pressure tested it and what a butcher job @172 gallon water sprayed all over then called a plumber 90 bucks for 6 minutes .WORTH IT X 2 STOP MAKING VIDEOS PARDNAH,
I had my suspicions that this was not a professional install. Confirmed when you gobbled on enough pipe dope for 10 jobs. Then I seen the pliers; way too big and covered in pipe dope or paint or papermate.
Save yourself the mess this guy is going to end up having and just buy a good quality braided water hose with compression fittings. Also, use an adjustable wrench, not channellock pliers. Those pliers will chew up the fittings and cause more problems.
Check that the connections are compatible and if so you should be able to attach the braided hose to the fitting on the back of the fridge. Make sure to put it on straight and not o get it cross-threaded.
@@RENOS4PROSJOES that does look like it thank you imma try it out. The other connectors don't work and are too big even when I use glue or any sealant. Thank you
That ice maker water line will blow off with a bit of pressure. Looks like the same one I purchased from Home Depot. Or if you accidentally pulled tubing a little too hard it will easily slip out.
@@HRC94602 I was having the same issues, the water pressure would blow the line off. So this is how I fixed it .. This guy was the only guy I saw the gold medal sleeve everyone else advised against it and to use the plastic piece so I ended up getting the compression screw with the little metal piece already on the inside theeeen there is a little brass dongle that goes inside the waterline. with the brass dongle and he brass sleeve, it made it tight enough not to pop out I pulled it several times to test cause usually I can pull it out with my hand but this time I couldn't so I connected it and prayed.. It's working so far but i'm keeping an eye on it. Just five mins of that water running would flood my kitchen!
Skip the first 9 minutes if you know how to cut through a 1/4 in. plastic hose. After that, I don’t know what happened, I couldn’t take it anymore……Sorry.
Thank you. I was married for 9 years and could not get my husband to install the hose. My new guy has been around for 8 years, and I cannot get him to install it, so after 17 years of waiting, and thinking about buying a new refridge, I am going to install it. The install kit has been in the closet all these years. If you want to get something done, do it yourself. At least you were kind enough to instruct me. I would say I have a lot of patience, but need a lesson how to choose better friends. Haha. God Bless you.
This is completely random question but did you ever installed it?? Just curious hope you did have much issues and had it done
Me too! How'd it go?
That's way to long for them to get it done call a plumber and get it done before the second one kicks the bucket
save decades of grief,,get up and do it yourself...😂
Thank you so much. My husband refuses to bother, I’ve been struggling trying to figure this out the last 3 days. Yours is the only video I’ve come across that shows me what I need. Thank you thank you thank you!!!!!!!!
Always hook up at the supply first, then turn on stop to flush anything in supply out in bucket from sitting closed. Then hook to the fridge.
Sir, you saved me from having a total heart attack over the ignorance of the installers, who have been to my home twice and said I needed a plumber. I am OVER it! Ready for an "ice" cold beverage soon.
You don't need pipe dope on a compression fitting. The nut compresses that ring around the tubing which then squeezes the tubing and seals between the bevels on the body and the nut. The pipe dope only makes a mess and does nothing to contribute to a seal.
after trying to figure this out for 4 hours, i found this video and did it in 15 minutes! THANKS RENO!!!
Thank you buddy, you just saved me some money..
Just purchased a condo about 2 years ago. Tired of using ice tray's. I was told that the water line is already in the back of the fridge, I just needed to hook it up. I hooked it up today. Thanks so much for a simple DIY video.
Nice hands (nails) by the way!
Glad everything worked out for you. Thank you for sharing (and for the compliment).
Thank you for your clear, easy to follow instructions. Thanks to you, I was able to successfully repair my water line connection.
Cut your nails
You forgot a ferrule (looks like a brass ring) that goes over the hose and under the nut.
When the nut is tightened the nut and union squeeze up against the ferrule causing a proper seal at that joint, connection.
For some reason not all kits come with a ferrule so it has to be pucrhased separately.
If no ferrule is used you have the very big probability there will be a water leak. This is especially true in homes where the incoming water pressure is high.
I know of city houses that have 100 ps,i pressure coming from the city water feed. These high pressure homes are typically at the bottom of a hill.
Yes,That is brass sleeve in a ND crucial. 👍👏
Sorry , but that copper sleeve is there to keep the line from collapsing. There should have been a small copper compression bead that goes on after the sleeve to compress the supply and inlet to the brass fitting.
I want to help you open the wrapper and untangle that hose..your taking your time on it man
You should us plastic compression rings (ferrules) on plastic tubing, NOT brass. Brass can damage/cut the plastic tube.
I'm not sure why you didn't use a brass tube in the end that connects to the Oatey shut of valve but you should have.
Lastly, thread sealant (or "pipe dope") should NOT be used on compression fittings. The water seal is NOT on the threads so the thread sealer will do nothing to seal water leaks. Leak free compression joints rely on appropriate alignment and tightening. Thread sealer may allow the nut to turn easier than without it and should NOT be used (especially in the amount you used).
Thanks for this video! I will reference it when installing my fridge tomorrow.
Thank you for such a clear and wonderful video. I was looking to install new waterlines for a customer first time doing it and your video was perfect for my application I appreciate that keep it going.
Yes!! Very thorough and informative!!! Thk u
Don't use teflon tape or thread sealant on these type fittings
Why
from jamaica
very informative, it hep me wit my installation to my samsung
Jamaica is in the house! Thank you.
just got a new delivery job for appliance store. thanks good info.
Should use plastic ferrule on a plastic pipe vs the brass.
u suck use right tools make it look professional , sloppy.
I always thought plastic should go with plastic but have never been able to confirm. Just makes sense since the are different density materials.
Older American homeowner. NEVER under any circumstances use a plastic line. Use a braided stainless steel hose. They come with 1/4 inch compression fitting already attached.
The copper could bust so that's not true.
Older American homeowner. I recommended using a braided STAINLESS STEEL HOSE not a copper line. Plastic lines will eventually crack.
@@ARNM55-l9vyour right. I remember my plastic line cracked after a year or two. I bought a braided line but didn’t use it because it was easier to cut the hose where it leaked and reconnect that way. I didn’t have to mess with the other side but I’m gonna have to deal with this again later, but at least I have the braided line.
Very helpful information that makes this install clear.
I really like to do these things myself, and you taught me in an easy to understand manner. Thank You for the lesson!
Thank you so much for your video. I've been looking everywhere regarding water lines for a new construction house with plumbing similar to yours and I couldn't' find one. Your video was very informative in helping me regarding water lines for a new refrigerator.
Awesome. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you!
Super helpful thanks for sharing
The kit you brought to this installation had a lengthy run of plastic line. It probably was for an installation where the source of water would be coming from the sink running through cabinets instead of from the box already mounted in the refrigerator cove. Excellent video.
thank you.
Good job
excellent!!
Great vid thanks now I won't have to pay the plumber!
13:01 "If there is a next job" lmao
Wouldn’t be safer to use a plastic compression sleeve at 10:35 to prevent leak?
I was asking my self the same question.
Regarding the hose that you're using, what effect does it have on the taste of the water? I seem to have read that using copper was the better option because it doesn't make the water taste bad. Great video. Thanks.
I have never compared the two. However, after doing some quick searches, it seems that some people complain about a metallic taste when using copper.
Copper is anti microbial. It's better for that reason.
thanks for the tutorial, just in time for the ref arriving tomorrow!
You DO NOT need pipe dope on a compression fitting. It will do absolutely no good if a compression fitting is leaking because it will leak around the hose, not the threads.
Good video and informative, just what i was looking for 👌
Thank you!
Where did you buy the water line most videos i watched people say you can't buy it at home Depot or Lowe's
Very helpful,thank you.
What is the name of the piece /part that comes out the wall which you connected the waterline to ? Specific name if possible thats what i need and i can connect mine.
Never use metal ferrel on plastic, it cuts the plasticc. Also he use no ferrel on refrigerator side! This mess will leak for sure!
Great video this is exactly what I was looking for
My water dispenser is leaking on my fridge. I shut off the water supply. Will this affect my fridge or freezer operation? It also has an ice maker. I don't need ice or water from my fridge,I can live without that.
Dude,hottest day of the year and I had the same package of line ,parts etc ,used utility knife oppened pkg up to notice I nicked 5 of the 10ft of hose ,did a dry fit on all the new line pressure tested it and what a butcher job @172 gallon water sprayed all over then called a plumber 90 bucks for 6 minutes .WORTH IT X 2 STOP MAKING VIDEOS PARDNAH,
Awesome Video. May I ask what is the name of the water pile package? Where we can buy it? Thanks
My compression part failed came home water was everywhere smh hopefully i can fix this cus I'm an ice feen!!!
Nice video but you should haved used the new part (with inside sleeve) in stead of the old part that is (missing?) its sleeve
Thank you. Does it matter if you use white tubing or Pex? Is one better than the other?
great video thank you for the clear instructions
My water broke off on bottom of door, the hose that goes up to dispenser has a little space sticking out of bottom door, any ideas?
What about the plastic compression sleeve or ferrel? To ensure a leak proof connection.
Yeah, I noticed that too. He didn’t use either a metal one or a plastic one.
I would call that connection a SharkBite
oh my gosh! love your site name. too funny
What if get a leak at one end? Repeat all steps?
I am having trouble with steam cleaning
Isnt there supposed to be a plastic compression ring inside too?
Good video, but is there a video about no type of connections at the main water?
Are you in Ottawa?
thank for the video.
Nothing I like more than pipe dope in my water. Theres a reason why none of the manufacturers advise to use any type of sealant
Pipe dope on a Compression fitting?
I've never seen a floor clean under a refrigerator!!!
I had my suspicions that this was not a professional install. Confirmed when you gobbled on enough pipe dope for 10 jobs. Then I seen the pliers; way too big and covered in pipe dope or paint or papermate.
Got enough goop on there? 🤣
Save yourself the mess this guy is going to end up having and just buy a good quality braided water hose with compression fittings. Also, use an adjustable wrench, not channellock pliers. Those pliers will chew up the fittings and cause more problems.
I have a leak in the middle of my BLACK water line what can I use to seal it
I had a similar situation..I used flex seal
If possible, I would replace it over repairing it.
What would be the process with a braided stainless steel line
Check that the connections are compatible and if so you should be able to attach the braided hose to the fitting on the back of the fridge. Make sure to put it on straight and not o get it cross-threaded.
What if the hose is too small for any connector? Mines a kenmore and the hose thats already on the fridge is small.
Is the waterline copper?
@@RENOS4PROSJOES no its plastic and a bit more clear it's the only line out.
@@hooliganlexx Its hard to say without being able to see it, but take a look at this item andse if you think it will work. amzn.to/3kxZXJg
@@RENOS4PROSJOES that does look like it thank you imma try it out. The other connectors don't work and are too big even when I use glue or any sealant. Thank you
what size pipe??
That ice maker water line will blow off with a bit of pressure. Looks like the same one I purchased from Home Depot. Or if you accidentally pulled tubing a little too hard it will easily slip out.
How did you fix it?
@@HRC94602 I was having the same issues, the water pressure would blow the line off. So this is how I fixed it .. This guy was the only guy I saw the gold medal sleeve everyone else advised against it and to use the plastic piece so I ended up getting the compression screw with the little metal piece already on the inside theeeen there is a little brass dongle that goes inside the waterline. with the brass dongle and he brass sleeve, it made it tight enough not to pop out I pulled it several times to test cause usually I can pull it out with my hand but this time I couldn't so I connected it and prayed.. It's working so far but i'm keeping an eye on it. Just five mins of that water running would flood my kitchen!
"you have to work it to get it up" got me weak lol
6'- 8' in length
Is it just me, or ... how is that fridge getting power? I didn't see an outlet. Or is it higher up?
It's there.
Where have it the filter ?
Basin wrench or crowfoot wrench
isn't PEX better than white plastic?
you forgot the plastic ferrule ...pipe dope and t -tape not required. -
legenda em português! por favor
You should use a regular wrench .....
You are correct.
Shouldn't use sealant on compression fittings
Informative but you really need to do more editing - we don't need to see 2 minutes of you taking out the water line. This should a 12 minute video
Skip the first 9 minutes if you know how to cut through a 1/4 in. plastic hose. After that, I don’t know what happened, I couldn’t take it anymore……Sorry.
two hours later the package got opened
Pipe dope on a compression fitting?? Completely unnecessary. What a mess.
Please don’t use pipe dope or tape one the threads .
You can't even open the box
does not need teflon or paste.. that's wrong..
Oh my gosh, this guy is nice but this is not proper information. He is using the wrong fittings. Do no use this video as a guide.
what a mess
Man stop talking in do wha what you got to do
You look confused
Too much blah blah, get to the point!