Question adding water line to sink No saddle valve

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mulliganx

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Hi there,

I purchased a fridge with a ice maker and water dispenser and now need to attach it to the cold water line under my sink.

I do not feel comfortable using a saddle valve and I want to install something more reliable.

I already have a line for the dish washer and will need to install another one that connects to the refridgerator.

What supplies could I use to make this happen? I have a list of what I THINK I need... suggestions appreciated.

I believe I can use a Tee valve to connect to sink, and then connect for the dishwasher AND the ice maker line?

I also wanted to install a shut off valve to the refrigerator.

Also do I need to solder?
 
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The icemaker line comes from the cold side.
Never "EVER" use hot water for drinking or for ice cubes.

They do make a double shutoff, with one side 3/8" and second side 1/4"
Or......of the cold side you can add a tee that lets you go 3/8" up and 1/4" off the side. This threads onto the existing 3/8" cold stop, and the supply line from the faucet attaches to the top of the tee.

instant-hot-stop-1.jpg


The left side is by Dahl
 
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