BI-95 Ice Maker

6 Prepare Plumbing

CAUTION

Plumbing installation must observe all state and local codes. All water connections MUST BE made by a licensed/ qualified plumbing contractor. Failure to follow recommendations and instructions may result in damage and/or harm.

WARNING

To prevent accidental electrocution, make certain that the floor surfaces surrounding the unit are dry whenever power is removed from, or applied to, the unit.

Water Supply Connection

When connecting the water supply, follow these guidelines:

Review the local plumbing codes before you install the unit.

Connect to the cold water supply.

The water pressure should be between 20 and 120 psi.

Install a shut-off valve in the 1/4 inch OD water supply line.

Connect sufficient tubing to the unit so that tubing may be looped, allowing the unit to be removed for cleaning and servicing (see Figure 18). However, make certain that the tubing is not pinched or damaged during installation.

U-Line recommends the use of copper tubing for installation.

To connect to water supply:

1.Install the 1/4 inch OD copper water line from the main water source.

Water Line

Figure 16

Figure 17

2.Locate the compression fitting and ferrule packed with the unit. Slide the compression fitting and ferrule over the 1/4-inch OD water supply line. Do not use thread sealing compound or tape. Using two wrenches, tighten the compression fitting on the supply line (see Figure 16).

3.Carefully bend the water supply line into position and connect the line to the solenoid valve (see Figure 17). Avoid kinking the water supply line.

Figure 18

IMPORTANT

Route the water supply line through the unit so it does not come into contact with any internal components other than the solenoid valve. See Figure 18. Normal operation creates some vibration. A water supply line contacting an internal component or cabinet wall can cause excessive noise during operation or damage to the line.

4.For recessed installations, allow extra water supply line length to provide slack for easy removal from the recessed area (see Figure 18). This will also safeguard against kinking the line.

5.Go on to 7 Prepare Power Supply.

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