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KUIA15NRH*11, KUIA18NNJ*11, KUIA15PRL*11, KUIA15NLH*11, KUIA18PNL*11 Harvest Bin Not Full
Models:
KUIA15PLL*11
KUIA18PNL*11
KUIA15NLH*11
KUIA15PRL*11
KUIA15NRH*11
KUIA18NNJ*11
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Troubleshooting
Specs
Install
Diagnostic Chart
Connecting The Water Line
Failure Mode This mode will last indefinitely until the failure is corrected. The Service Button, not on all models will reset the failure mode
Entering and Navigating - Manual Diagnostics
To remove the light switch or push-but- ton switch assembly
Clean Mode 70 minutes The Clean Mode may only be selected while the ice maker is turned off at the user interface
Idle Mode Time in this mode is dependent on the temperature at the bin thermistor
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Contents
KAR-19
2007 DESIGN 18θ AUTOMATIC ICE MAKERS
JOB AID
TECHNICAL EDUCATION
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
FORWARD
Page
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING
GENERAL
ICE MAKER SAFETY
DANGER
MODEL NUMBER
KITCHENAID MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS
SERIAL NUMBER
The Model/Serial Number label location is shown below
MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL LOCATION
Model & Serial Number Location
SPECIFICATIONS
ELECTRICAL SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
INSTALLATION INFORMATION
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong
Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord
CONNECTING THE WATER LINE
WATER SUPPLY AND DRAIN CONNECTIONS
Gravity Drain System
CONNECTING THE DRAIN
SIDE VIEW 15 Models 18 Models
Use two or more people to move and install ice maker
Connecting the Drain
Drain Pump System On Some Models
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong
OPERATING SYSTEMS
THEORY OF OPERATION
WATER SYSTEM
Water Distributor Evaporator Water Return Tube Manual Drain
WATER SYSTEM COMPONENT LOCATIONS
Drain Overflow
Water Valve Outlet Tube
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ICE MAKING CYCLE
OPERATIONAL MODES
Electrical System
Water System
Electrical System
Entering and Navigating - Manual Diagnostics
Refrigeration System
Water System
ERROR DISPLAYS
Diagnostic Chart
HOLIDAY MODE
Overfill Contact Full Contacts Connector Hose Contains Screen Washer
MODELS WITH INTERNAL DRAIN PUMPS
Pump Inlet Contacts Sense Continuity Through The Water
Vent Outlet
COMPONENT LOCATIONS
COMPONENT ACCESS
Light Switch
Switch
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong
1. Unplug ice maker or disconnect power 2. Open the ice maker door
Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord
6. To remove the bin thermistor
Continued on the next page
8. To remove the evaporator thermistor
Water Distributor Water Hose Tab Water Distributor
9. To remove the water distributor
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing
REMOVING THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL HOUSING COMPONENTS
Replace all parts and panels before operating
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock
Electrical Shock Hazard Connect green ground wire to ground terminal
a Disconnect the six pin wire connector from harness
9. To remove the light switch or push-but- ton switch assembly
8. To remove the dual transformer
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing
REMOVING THE WATER RECIRCULATION PUMP
2-Wire Connector Water Fill Tube Recirculation Pump Outlet Tube
Replace all parts and panels before operating
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing
REMOVING THE RESERVOIR DRAIN PUMP WATER LEVEL SENSOR
Replace all parts and panels before operating
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing
REMOVING THE CONDENSER FAN MOTOR
Replace all parts and panels before operating
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock
Continued on the next page
12. Disconnect the wire connector from the condenser fan motor
Condenser Fan Motor Screw 1 of
Condenser Fan Blade
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing
REMOVING THE EVAPORATOR
Replace all parts and panels before operating
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock
Continued on the next page
10. 18˝ Models Only Remove the six screws from the counterbalance plate and remove the plate from the rear of the unit
and pull the free end of the water line up
REASSEMBLY NOTES
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing
REMOVING THE MEASURED FILL WATER VALVE
Replace all parts and panels before operating
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing
REMOVING THE HOT GAS VALVE & SOLENOID
Replace all parts and panels before operating
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing
REMOVING THE CONDENSER
Replace all parts and panels before operating
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing
REMOVING THE COMPRESSOR
Replace all parts and panels before operating
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock
Electrical Shock Hazard Connect green ground wire to ground terminal
Clip On Stud
Compressor Filter/Drier
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing
REMOVING THE INTERNAL DRAIN PUMP
Replace all parts and panels before operating
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock
2. To remove the door gasket
REMOVING THE ICE MAKER DOOR & GASKET 15˝ MODELS
Top Door Screw
Door Track Door Gasket
Continued on the next page
REMOVING THE ICE MAKER DOOR & GASKET 18˝ MODELS
Top Grille Screws 1 of
Bracket Hinge Bottom Hinge Spring Screw
4. Remove the two screws from the bottom door cap
Continued on the next page
10. Slide the bottom door cap off the channel supports
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REASSEMBLY NOTES
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing
COMPONENT TESTING
EVAPORATOR THERMISTOR
Replace all parts and panels before operating
CUTTER GRID
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing
DUAL TRANSFORMER
Replace all parts and panels before operating
WATER RECIRCULATION PUMP
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing
RESERVOIR DRAIN PUMP
Replace all parts and panels before operating
WATER LEVEL SENSOR
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing
CONDENSER FAN MOTOR
Replace all parts and panels before operating
MEASURED FILL WATER VALVE
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing
HOT GAS VALVE SOLENOID
Replace all parts and panels before operating
COMPRESSOR, OVERLOAD PROTECTOR, & RELAY
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 AND ITS EFFECT ON MAKING ICE
DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING
INGREDIENT
EFFECT
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
s haped s lab
C us tomer ins truction
C ompres s or is not
T es t compres s or, relay
other models
Service LED on some
models or Off LED on
OVERVIEW
DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHARTS FOR ICE MAKER CONTROL BOARD
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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
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WIRING DIAGRAM
WIRING DIAGRAM & STRIP CIRCUITS
MEASURED
FILL WATER
FLUSH MODE
STRIP CIRCUITS
ICE MAKING MODE
HARVEST MODE
CLEAN MODE
Overload
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TECH TIPS
CLEANING THE ICE MAKER
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing
Replace all parts and panels before operating
IMPORTANT Use the entire bottle to clean the unit
IN THE UNITED STATES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION SOURCES
FOR ROPER PRODUCTS
THE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE LINE