Whirlpool KUIA18PNL*11, KUIA18NNJ*11 manual Removing the Reservoir Drain Pump Water Level Sensor

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REMOVING THE RESERVOIR DRAIN PUMP

& WATER LEVEL SENSOR

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing.

Replace all parts and panels before operating.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

1.Unplug ice maker or disconnect power.

2.Open the ice maker door.

3.Unscrew the drain cap from the reser- voir, drain the water, and replace the cap tightly.

4.Remove the recirculating pump cover hex- head screw.

5.To remove reservoir drain pump:

a)Disconnect the reservoir drain pump electrical connection.

b)Remove the pump retaining screw and bracket.

c)Rotate the pump 1/4 turn and pull it down and out of reservoir.

6.To remove the water level sensor:

a)Disconnect the water level sensor elec- trical connection.

b)Remove the retaining clips, if present.

c)Pull the sensor up and out of the bracket.

Water Level Sensor

Water Recirculation

Screw

Pump Shield

Water Reservoir

Screw

Drain Cap

Drain Pump

4-8

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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 Operational Modes ICE Making CycleElectrical System Water SystemHarvest Mode Clean ModeDiagnostic 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 relayDiagnostics & Troubleshooting Water and ITS Effect on Making ICEEffect on ICE Quality 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 Product Specifications Warranty Information Sources For Product Specifications and Waranty Information CallFor Technical Information and Service Pointers For Technical Assistance While AT the CUSTOMER’S Home Call

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