Whirlpool KUIA18PNL*11 manual Water Supply and Drain Connections, Connecting the Water Line

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WATER SUPPLY AND DRAIN CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING THE WATER LINE

1.Turn off the main water supply.

2.Turn on the nearest faucet and allow it to run long enough to clear line of water.

3.Find a 1/2"(12.70 mm) to 1-1/4" (3.18 cm) vertical cold water pipe near the ice maker.

NOTE: A horizontal pipe will work, but drill on the top side of the pipe, not the bottom. This will keep water away from the drill motor, and also keeps normal sediment from collecting in the valve.

4.Using a grounded drill, a 1/4" (6.35 mm) hole in the cold water pipe you have se- lected.

5.Fasten a shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with a pipe clamp. Make sure that the outlet end is firmly in the 1/4" (6.35 mm) drilled hole, and that the washer is under the pipe clamp.

IMPORTANT: Do not use a piercing-type, or a 3/16" (4.76 mm) saddle-type valve. These can reduce water flow and easily become clogged.

6.Tighten the packing nut.

7.Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and evenly so that the washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten the pipe clamp. If the water line is soft copper tubing, you could crush it.

8.Use 1/4" (6.35 mm) O.D. copper tubing for the cold water supply and:

a)Measure from the connection at the back of the ice maker to the cold water pipe.

b)Add an extra 36" (91.4 cm) to ensure that you have the proper length. Make sure both ends of the copper tubing are cut square.

c)Slip a compression sleeve and com- pression nut over the ends of the copper tubing.

d)Insert the end of tubing into the water shutoff outlet as far as it will go, and screw the compression nut onto the outlet. Tighten the compression nut with an adjustable wrench, but do not overtighten it.

9.Place the free end of the copper tubing into a container or sink, and turn on the main water supply. Flush the tubing until water is clear, and then turn off the shutoff valve on the water pipe. NOTE:Always drain the water line before making the final connec- tion to the inlet of the water valve to avoid a possible water valve malfunction.

10.Bend the copper tubing to meet the water line inlet, located on the back of the ice maker cabinet, as shown below.

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Contents Design Forward Goals and ObjectivesTable of Contents Diagnostics & Troubleshooting ICE Maker Safety GeneralModel Number Kitchenaid Model & Serial Number DesignationsSerial Number Model & Serial Number Label Location Specifications Installation Information Electrical Supply RequirementsConnecting the Water Line Water Supply and Drain ConnectionsGravity Drain System Connecting the DrainModels Connecting the Drain Drain Pump System On Some ModelsOperating Systems Theory of OperationRefrigeration System Water System Water System Component Locations Electrical System Electrical System Operational ModesICE Making Cycle Water SystemDiagnostic Mode Harvest ModeClean Mode Entering and Navigating Manual DiagnosticsHoliday Mode Diagnostic ChartModels with Internal Drain Pumps 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 dual transformer Removing the Water Recirculation Pump To remove reservoir drain pump Removing the Reservoir Drain Pump Water Level SensorTo remove the water level sensor Removing the Condenser FAN Motor Tubing Internal Drain Pump Condenser Fan Blade Removing the Evaporator Screw Water Trough Remove the Permagum from the liner channel Reassembly Notes Removing the Measured Fill Water 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 Removing the ICE Maker Door & Gasket To remove the door gasket18˝ Models Remove the two screws from the bottom door cap Door Hinge Hinge Pin Channel Support Reassembly Notes Component Testing BIN ThermistorCutter Grid Dual TransformerWater Recirculation Pump Reservoir Drain PumpWater Level Sensor Condenser FAN MotorMeasured Fill Water Valve HOT GAS Valve SolenoidTo test the compressor windings To test the relayEffect on ICE Quality Diagnostics & TroubleshootingWater and ITS Effect on Making ICE Effect on ICE MakerTroubleshooting Chart Roblem Robable C aus e Es t P roc edure-Ac tion Other models Diagnostic Flow Charts for ICE Maker Control Board OverviewPage Page Page Harvest Bin Not Full Harvest Bin Full Page Page Page Page Wiring Diagram & Strip Circuits Wiring DiagramICE Making Mode Flush ModeStrip Circuits Overload Page Cleaning Evaporator Plate Cleaning the ICE MakerTech Tips Cleaning Solution On Pad For Technical Information and Service Pointers Product Specifications Warranty Information SourcesFor Product Specifications and Waranty Information Call For Technical Assistance While AT the CUSTOMER’S Home Call

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