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