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Whirlpool KUIA15PRL11, KUIA18NNJ11, KUIA15NRH*11 manual Water Level Sensor, Condenser Fan Motor

Models: KUIA15PLL11 KUIA18PNL11 KUIA15NLH11 KUIA15PRL11 KUIA15NRH11 KUIA18NNJ11

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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.

WATER LEVEL SENSOR

CONDENSER FAN MOTOR

Refer to page 4-8 for the procedure for access- ing the water level sensor.

1.Run the diagnostic tests (see page 3-7) and check for the proper operation of the water level sensor. in step 4b.

2.With the water level sensor immersed in water the Service LED should stay on solid.

3.With the water level sensor out of the water the Service LED should blink.

Refer to page 4-8 for the procedure for access- ing the condenser fan motor.

1.Run the diagnostic tests (see page 3-7) and check for the proper operation of the condenser fan motor in step 7.

NOTE: During operation, 120 volts will be present at the condenser fan motor electrical connector.

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Whirlpool KUIA15PRL*11 Water Level Sensor, Condenser Fan Motor, Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing

Contents

JOB AID 2007 DESIGN 18θ AUTOMATIC ICE MAKERSKAR-19 TECHNICAL EDUCATIONFORWARD GOALS AND OBJECTIVESTABLE OF CONTENTS PageDIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING DANGER ICE MAKER SAFETYGENERAL SERIAL NUMBER KITCHENAID MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONSMODEL NUMBER Model & Serial Number Location MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL LOCATIONThe Model/Serial Number label location is shown below SPECIFICATIONS Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong INSTALLATION INFORMATIONELECTRICAL SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cordWATER SUPPLY AND DRAIN CONNECTIONS CONNECTING THE WATER LINESIDE VIEW 15 Models 18 Models CONNECTING THE DRAINGravity Drain System Drain Pump System On Some Models Connecting the DrainUse two or more people to move and install ice maker Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prongTHEORY OF OPERATION OPERATING SYSTEMSWATER SYSTEM Drain Overﬂow WATER SYSTEM COMPONENT LOCATIONSWater Distributor Evaporator Water Return Tube Manual Drain Water Valve Outlet TubeELECTRICAL SYSTEM Electrical System OPERATIONAL MODESICE MAKING CYCLE Water SystemRefrigeration System Entering and Navigating - Manual DiagnosticsElectrical System Water SystemHOLIDAY MODE Diagnostic ChartERROR DISPLAYS Pump Inlet Contacts Sense Continuity Through The Water MODELS WITH INTERNAL DRAIN PUMPSOverﬁll Contact Full Contacts Connector Hose Contains Screen Washer Vent OutletLight Switch COMPONENT ACCESSCOMPONENT LOCATIONS SwitchDo not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord 1. Unplug ice maker or disconnect power 2. Open the ice maker doorPlug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong 6. To remove the bin thermistor8. To remove the evaporator thermistor Continued on the next page9. To remove the water distributor Water Distributor Water Hose Tab Water DistributorReplace all parts and panels before operating REMOVING THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL HOUSING COMPONENTSElectrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock9. To remove the light switch or push-but- ton switch assembly a Disconnect the six pin wire connector from harnessElectrical Shock Hazard Connect green ground wire to ground terminal 8. To remove the dual transformer2-Wire Connector Water Fill Tube Recirculation Pump Outlet Tube REMOVING THE WATER RECIRCULATION PUMPElectrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing Replace all parts and panels before operatingReplace all parts and panels before operating REMOVING THE RESERVOIR DRAIN PUMP WATER LEVEL SENSORElectrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shockReplace all parts and panels before operating REMOVING THE CONDENSER FAN MOTORElectrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock12. Disconnect the wire connector from the condenser fan motor Continued on the next pageCondenser Fan Blade Condenser Fan Motor Screw 1 ofReplace all parts and panels before operating REMOVING THE EVAPORATORElectrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock10. 18˝ Models Only Remove the six screws from the counterbalance plate and remove the plate from the rear of the unit Continued on the next pageand pull the free end of the water line up REASSEMBLY NOTES Replace all parts and panels before operating REMOVING THE MEASURED FILL WATER VALVEElectrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shockReplace all parts and panels before operating REMOVING THE HOT GAS VALVE & SOLENOIDElectrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shockReplace all parts and panels before operating REMOVING THE CONDENSERElectrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shockReplace all parts and panels before operating REMOVING THE COMPRESSORElectrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shockClip On Stud Electrical Shock Hazard Connect green ground wire to ground terminalFailure to do so can result in death or electrical shock Compressor Filter/DrierReplace all parts and panels before operating REMOVING THE INTERNAL DRAIN PUMPElectrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shockTop Door Screw REMOVING THE ICE MAKER DOOR & GASKET 15˝ MODELS2. To remove the door gasket Door Track Door GasketTop Grille Screws 1 of REMOVING THE ICE MAKER DOOR & GASKET 18˝ MODELSContinued on the next page Bracket Hinge Bottom Hinge Spring Screw4. Remove the two screws from the bottom door cap 10. Slide the bottom door cap off the channel supports Continued on the next pageREASSEMBLY NOTES 4-26EVAPORATOR THERMISTOR COMPONENT TESTINGElectrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing Replace all parts and panels before operatingDUAL TRANSFORMER Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicingCUTTER GRID Replace all parts and panels before operatingRESERVOIR DRAIN PUMP Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicingWATER RECIRCULATION PUMP Replace all parts and panels before operatingCONDENSER FAN MOTOR Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicingWATER LEVEL SENSOR Replace all parts and panels before operatingHOT GAS VALVE SOLENOID Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicingMEASURED FILL WATER VALVE Replace all parts and panels before operatingReplace all parts and panels before operating Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicingCOMPRESSOR, OVERLOAD PROTECTOR, & RELAY Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shockINGREDIENT DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTINGWATER AND ITS EFFECT ON MAKING ICE EFFECTTROUBLESHOOTING CHART C ompres s or is not C us tomer ins tructions haped s lab T es t compres s or, relaymodels or Off LED on Service LED on someother models DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHARTS FOR ICE MAKER CONTROL BOARD OVERVIEWPage Page evaporator thermistor Harvest Bin Not Full Harvest Bin Full Idle Mode Time in this mode is dependent on the temperature at the bin thermistor Failure Mode This mode will last indeﬁnitely until the failure is corrected. The Service Button, not on all models will reset the failure mode Clean Mode 70 minutes The Clean Mode may only be selected while the ice maker is turned off at the user interface Page MEASURED WIRING DIAGRAM & STRIP CIRCUITSWIRING DIAGRAM FILL WATERICE MAKING MODE STRIP CIRCUITSFLUSH MODE Overload CLEAN MODEHARVEST MODE Page Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing CLEANING THE ICE MAKERTECH TIPS Replace all parts and panels before operatingIMPORTANT Use the entire bottle to clean the unit FOR ROPER PRODUCTS PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION SOURCESIN THE UNITED STATES THE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE LINE