Whirlpool Fridge Freezer Parts Question

MICKEYG

Folks,

I think I am in the correct section with this thread but if not apologies and could someone move this please.

I recently bought an american fridge freezer from whirlpool. The problem I have is the drinking water pipe provided is too short. I look up 4whirlpool.ie to see if I could get an extension but they are quoting 40 - 60 (sterling) which I think is a bit steep for a metre of piping.

Would anyone know where you could purchase this extension with the fittings on either end for a reasonable price?

Thanks in advance.

Dfens

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MICKEYG

The middle one seems to be the same site as I used before, just rebranded. The first one is quite good and I sent off an enquiry. The final one seems not to be for parts, just appliances.

MICKEYG

The middle one seems to be the same site as I used before, just rebranded. The first one is quite good and I sent off an enquiry. The final one seems not to be for parts, just appliances.

Avns1s

MICKEYG wrote: »

Folks,

I think I am in the correct section with this thread but if not apologies and could someone move this please.

I recently bought an american fridge freezer from whirlpool. The problem I have is the drinking water pipe provided is too short. I look up 4whirlpool.ie to see if I could get an extension but they are quoting 40 - 60 (sterling) which I think is a bit steep for a metre of piping.

Would anyone know where you could purchase this extension with the fittings on either end for a reasonable price?

Thanks in advance.

I presume it's to extend the line from the "washine machine" adapter on your water line to the adapter that is pre fitted on the back of the fridge.

I wonder if instead of looking for a pipe from whirlpool, could you come at it the other way..... could a local plumber make up an extensipn with a piece of qualpex that would extend the existing water pipe.

In fact, I could be worng but I have a sneaking suspicion that a cold water pipe that goes between a washing machine and that type of connection might be just what you need but try before you buy.

It would be a lot cheaper than Whirlpool!!

MICKEYG

Avns1s wrote: »

I presume it's to extend the line from the "washine machine" adapter on your water line to the adapter that is pre fitted on the back of the fridge.

I wonder if instead of looking for a pipe from whirlpool, could you come at it the other way..... could a local plumber make up an extensipn with a piece of qualpex that would extend the existing water pipe.

In fact, I could be worng but I have a sneaking suspicion that a cold water pipe that goes between a washing machine and that type of connection might be just what you need but try before you buy.

It would be a lot cheaper than Whirlpool!!

I agree. I did purchase a standard washing machine pipe for next to nothing from Woodies. I am worried because firstly it is much thicker so there may be water pressure problems and secondly it might not be the right material for drinking water.

Musha

What size of tubing do you need?

MICKEYG

Not sure. The pipe is about the diameter of a regular pencil - so maybe 1/4 inch.
The weird thing in all this is that I didn't think this would be a difficult thing to find. The supplied pipe is not that long so I thought an extension pipe with the fittings attached would be a common request.

Musha

We do 1/4" and 3/8" tubing for water filters
€3 per meter,
Have you got the connections (usually JG) and self tapping valve for connection to the mains

MICKEYG

Musha wrote: »

We do 1/4" and 3/8" tubing for water filters
€3 per meter,
Have you got the connections (usually JG) and self tapping valve for connection to the mains

Hi,

I have nothing. The pipe that came with the fridge has the connection that fits snuggly onto my outlet pipe (need to check if that is a mains pipe or a tank pipe). I would need something that would link into the fridge pipe and provide the same connection on the other end (if you know what I mean).

Musha

Hi Mickey,

PM you

MICKEYG

Musha wrote: »

Hi Mickey,

PM you

Many thanks Musha. I PM'ed you back.

MICKEYG

Got your mail Musha. Can't seem to send mails out at the mo. Just want to say thanks. Will take a look and get back to you.