CME1356R and CME1656R
Plumbing
All models require an adequate potable water supply and a gravity drain. The recommendations for tubing are:
Water supply to be 3 8" OD.
Drain to be 3 4" OD.
Note: When replacing a prior ice machine, do not take a short cut and reuse the old inlet and drain system. INSTALL A NEW SYSTEM.
Supply:
All models have 1 water supply connection, a 3 8" male flare at the back of the cabinet. Connect to cold potable water that has adequate pressure. Note: Using water supply tubing smaller than 3 8" will cause severe operational issues.
Drain:
All models have 1 gravity drain connection, a 3 4" FPT fitting at the back of the cabinet. Use only RIGID TUBING. Flexible tubing may be easily kinked or become cracked.
The drain tube must be vented at the back of the cabinet. Use an 18" high vent.
The ice storage bin will have a drain out the back or base, depending upon the model.
The drain for the ice machine and the ice storage bin must be SEPARATE or the ice machine’s drain water may run into the bin and MELT THE ICE.
Insulation is recommended for the ice machine reservoir and bin drains.
Water Filters: | Follow all applicable codes |
The water filters must flow at least 2.7 GPM or they will cause severe operational issues. Check with the filter manufacturer. When replacing a prior ice machine, do NOT assume that the water flow capacity of the filter will be adequate.
All Drain Tubing Material must be RIGID. Flexible tubing will eventually cause a restricted drain.
Field
Supplied
Water Filter
| Ice |
Potable | Machine |
Water | Drain |
Source |
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Bin Drain 
May 2001
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Refrigerant and
Electrical Lines
to Condenser
Potable
Water Inlet
-3/8" Male Flare
Vented
Drain
Floor Drain
