Installation Instructions

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14. Attach 1/2" I.D. x 10 ft (3 m) drain tube to pump discharge
tube. See “Parts Locations” illustration.
NOTE: Do not connect outlet end of drain tube to a closed
pipe system to keep drain water from backing up into the ice
maker.
For standard model, skip to step 17.
15. Install the cable tie on the rear panel using two holes provided
on the rear panel.
16. Using a cable tie, x the drain tube to rear panel.
17. For standard model, place new rear panel (small one for 15"
ice makers, large one for 18") against the back of the ice
maker. For custom panel model, reuse the plastic rear panel
(removed in step 2). Route the vent tube and drain pump
discharge tube through cutouts in the rear panel.
18. Secure rear panel with original screws. See “Rear Panel”
illustration.
19. Check all connections for leaks.
Connect Water Supply
Read all directions before you begin.
IMPORTANT:
■ Connect to potable water only.
■ Plumbing shall be installed in accordance with the
International Plumbing Code and any local codes and
ordinances.
■ Use copper tubing or Whirlpool supply line, Part Number
8212547RP, and check for leaks.
■ Install tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain
above freezing.
Tools Needed:
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation:
■ 7/16" and 1/2" open-end wrenches or two adjustable
wrenches
NOTE: Do not use a piercing-type or 3/16" (4.76 mm) saddle
valve which reduces water ow and clogs more easily.
Connecting the Water Line
1. Turn off main water supply. Turn on nearest faucet long
enough to clear line of water.
2. Using a 1/2" copper supply line with a quarter-turn shutoff
valve or the equivalent, connect the ice maker as shown.
NOTE: To allow sufcient water ow to the ice maker a
minimum 1/2" diameter home supply line is recommended.
3. Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing. Use 1/4"
(6.35 mm) O.D. soft copper tubing for the cold water supply.
■ Ensure that you have the proper length needed for the job.
Be sure both ends of the copper tubing are cut square.
■ Slip compression sleeve and compression nut on copper
tubing as shown. Insert end of tubing into outlet end
squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut onto
outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.
■ For custom panel install, be sure there water line extends
30" beyond the cabinet for future servicing purpose
4. Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink, and
turn on main water supply and ush out tubing until water is
clear. Turn off shutoff valve on the water pipe.
IMPORTANT: Always drain the water line before making
the nal connection to the inlet of the water valve to avoid
possible water valve malfunction.
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A. Holes to x the cable tie
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or
of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before
or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction
may be used on disinfected waters that may contain
filterable cysts.
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A. Bulb
B. Nut
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A. Compression sleeve
B. Compression nut
C. Copper tubing
5. Align the 2 screw holes at the rear of the pump. Use two
#8-32 x 3/8" screws, supplied. See “Parts Locations”
illustration.
6. Install vent tube (5/16" I.D. x 32" [81 cm]) to drain pump
reservoir vent behind the wiring cover. Use supplied 5/8" small
adjustable clamps. See “Parts Locations” illustration. Use
plastic retainer to keep vent hose secure to top of inner deck.
NOTE: Do not install household drain tube this time.
Parts Locations
7. Remove wiring cover. Refer following illustration for location of
the screws.
8. Route vent tube through plastic retainer that is located
underneath top deck in open pump area as shown in
illustration. Using cable tie, tie the vent tube to the black
suction tube which is located behind the wiring cover. Refer
"Vent Tube" illustration.
Vent Tube
NOTE: Do not pinch, kink or damage the vent tube. Check that it
is not damaged or pinched or kinked between the cabinet and the
ice maker.
9. Secure wiring cover back in place.
10. Remove power cord clamp and ground screw attached to ice
maker power cord, which is mounted to the unit base. See
“Parts Locations” illustration.
NOTE: Clamp and screw will be reused.
11. Coil ice maker power cord into a 4" (10.2 cm) diameter
coil. Wrap electrical tape around the power cord in several
places to keep the cord in a coil. Locate coiled power cord
between the drain pump and side of enclosure and plug into
the receptacle of the drain pump. See “Parts Locations”
illustration.
12. Attach the drain pump power cord to ice maker unit base with
clamp and screw (removed in Step 6) that was used to attach
ice maker power cord. See “Parts Locations” illustration.
13. Install new drain tube (5/8" I.D. x 5¹⁄
8
") from ice maker bin to
drain pump reservoir inlet using new adjustable clamps. See
“Drain Tube” illustration.
NOTES:
■ Do not kink.
■ Trim tube length if required.
Drain Tube
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A. Vent tube
B. 5/8" hose clamp
C. Drain pump discharge tube
D. Drain pump
E. Ice maker unit power cord
F. #8-32 x 3/8" pump mounting
screws
G. Drain pump power cord,
clamp and screw
H. Plastic retainer
I. Wiring cover
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B
A. Wiring cover
B. Screws
A. Vent tube
B. Cable ties
C. Plastic retainer
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B
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B
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A. 7/8" adjustable hose clamp
B. Drain tube (ice bin to drain pump)
C. 7/8" adjustable hose clamp
D. Drain pump reservoir inlet