CME1356R and CME1656R
Additional Maintenance: Inlet Water Valve Screen
The inlet water valve has a screen on its inlet side to keep debris from flowing into the valve. In some cases, this screen may become clogged or restricted by debris build up. Check for the proper water flow:
Flow rate is 2.7 G.P.M.
1.Remove front panel.
2.Obtain a 16 ounce cup and a watch.
3.Pull the water discharge tube out of the reservoir and place it in the cup.
4.Push and release the Harvest button.
5.If working properly, the water valve will fill an 16 oz cup in about 3 seconds. Be prepared to push the Off button! If it does not, the water valve inlet or other water device is restricted.
To Check the Inlet Water Valve Screen.
1.Disconnect the electrical power.
2.Shut off the water supply.
3.Remove the left front panel.
4.Unplug the electrical connection of the inlet water valve.
5.Remove the screws holding the inlet water valve to the cabinet.
6.Remove outlet tube from inlet water valve.
7.Rotate inlet water valve from inlet fitting and remove valve from machine.
8.Examine the inlet screen, if dirty, brush off screen. Note: Screen is not replaceable, and may only be removed by taking off the covering bracket. The bracket forms part of the inlet water system, and must be water tight to the valve body, removal is not recommended.
9.Reverse to reassemble.
May 2001
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