KitchenAid KUIA18PNL, KUIA15NLH, KUIA18NNJ, KUIA15RRL, KUIA15PLL manual Forward, Goals and Objectives

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This KitchenAid Job Aid “15″ & 18″ Automatic Ice Makers” (Part No. 4317339), provides the technician with information on the installation, operation, and service of the 15″ & 18″ Automatic Ice Makers. It is to be used as a training Job Aid and Service Manual. For specific information on the model being serviced, refer to the “Use and Care Guide,” or “Tech Sheet” provided with the ice maker.

The Wiring Diagrams and Strip Circuits used in this Job Aid are typical and should be used for training purposes only. Always use the Wiring Diagram supplied with the product when servicing the unit.

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

The goal of this Job Aid is to provide detailed information that will enable the service technician to properly diagnose malfunctions and repair the KitchenAid 15″ & 18″ Automatic Ice Makers.

The objectives of this Job Aid are to:

•Understand and follow proper safety precautions.

•Successfully troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions.

•Successfully perform necessary repairs.

•Successfully return the ice maker to its proper operational status.

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for any repairs made on our products by anyone other than Authorized Service Technicians.

Copyright © 2003, Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

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Contents 18″ Automatic ICE Makers Forward Goals and ObjectivesTable of Contents Wiring Diagram & Strip Circuits General Safety FirstElectrical Power Supply & Grounding Requirements Electrostatic Discharge ESD Sensitive Electronics Model Number Serial NumberYear of Introduction Model & Serial Number Label Location Model & Serial Number LocationSpecifications Kitchenaid ICE Maker Warranty Page Recommended Grounding Method Installation InformationElectrical Supply Requirements Connecting the Water Line Water Supply and Drain ConnectionsConnecting the Drain Gravity Drain SystemDrain Pump System On Some Models Refrigeration System Theory of OperationOperating Systems Water System Electrical System Electrical System Operational CyclesICE Making Cycle Refrigeration SystemDiagnostics / Clean Cycle Harvest CycleNEW ICE Maker Control Board #6100499 Models with Internal Drain Pumps Page Component Access Component LocationsTo remove the bin thermistor To remove the cutter gridTo remove the evaporator thermistor On the nextTo remove the water distributor Removing the Electronic Control Housing Components To remove the electronic control boardTo remove the cutter grid transformer Removing the Water Recirculation Pump Removing the Condenser FAN Motor Disconnect Tubing Internal Drain Pump Nut Marking On Fan Removing the Evaporator Screw Water Trough Remove the Permagum from the liner channel Reassembly Notes Removing the Water Inlet Valve Removing the HOT GAS Valve & Solenoid To remove the hot gas valveRemoving the Condenser Removing the Compressor Pull the two clips off the rear studs of the compressor Removing the Internal Drain Pump Only on Some Models Removing the ICE Maker Door & Gasket To remove the door gasket18″ Models Bottom Door Cap Screws Door Hinge Hinge Pin Channel Support Reassembly Notes Page Component Testing BIN ThermistorCutter Grid Cutter Grid TransformerWater Recirculation Pump Condenser FAN MotorWater Inlet Valve Solenoid HOT GAS Valve SolenoidCOMPRESSOR, Overload PROTECTOR, & Relay To test the compressor windingsTo test the relay Pushbutton Switch Assembly Page Effect on ICE Quality Diagnosis & TroubleshootingWater and ITS Effect on Making ICE Effect on ICE MakerTroubleshooting Chart Problem Probable Cause Test Procedure-ActionWill not make ice Defective bin thermistor Diagnostic Flow Chart for ICE Maker Control Board #6100499 OverviewFlush Mode 5 minutes Idle Mode Page Unit leaves Freeze Mode Warmer Ambients Page Reservoir must be drained prior to restarting the unit Page Wiring Diagram & Strip Circuits Wiring DiagramStrip Circuits ICE Making ModeHarvest Mode First 25 Seconds of DIAGNOSTICS/CLEAN Mode Last 47 Minutes of DIAGNOSTICS/CLEAN ModePage Tech Tips Cleaning the ICE MakerCleaning Evaporator Plate Cleaning Solution On Pad Adjusting the ICE Thickness Thick ThinPage Product Specifications Warranty Information Sources
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KUIS185J, KUIA15NRH, KUIS18NNJ, KUIA18PNL, KUIA15NLH specifications

KitchenAid has long been synonymous with quality in the realm of kitchen appliances, and its line of undercounter ice makers, specifically the models KUIA18NNJ, KUIV18NNM, KUIS18PNJ, KUIA18PNL, and KUIS18NNJ, exemplifies the brand's commitment to innovation and functionality. These ice makers are designed to deliver a reliable supply of ice without taking up valuable space in your kitchen.

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