Whirlpool W10136155B manual Vacation and Moving Care, To shut down the ice maker

Models: W10136155B

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9.Remove, clean and replace the ice scoop and ice scoop holder.

After removing the ice scoop, remove the holder by removing the two thumb screws.

Wash the ice scoop holder along with the other interior components using the following instructions.

Replace the ice scoop holder by replacing the thumb screws.

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To shut down the ice maker: B

A. Thumb screws

B. Ice scoop holder

10.Wash the interior components (cutter grid, exterior of hoses, and water pan) and the storage bin, door gasket, ice scoop, and ice scoop holder with mild soap or detergent and warm water. Rinse in clean water. Then clean the same parts with a solution of 1 tbs (15 mL) of household bleach in 1 gal. (3.8 L) warm water. Rinse again thoroughly in clean water.

NOTE: Do not remove hoses. Do not wash plastic parts in dishwasher. They cannot withstand temperatures above 145°F (63°C).

11.Replace water pan by pushing back on the bottom with one hand while pushing up and back on the top. Secure the water pan by replacing both screws.

12.Check the following:

Drain cap from the water pan is securely in place. If the drain cap is loose, water will empty from the water pan, and you will have either thin ice or no ice.

Hose from water pan is inserted into storage bin drain opening.

13.Slide the cutter grid back into place and secure it by replacing the right-hand screw and plastic spacer. Then tighten the left-hand screw. Reconnect the cutter grid harness and the ice level sensor harness.

14.Replace the cutter grid cover and the two screws.

15.Plug in ice maker or reconnect power.

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Manual backgroundWARNING

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.

To shut down the ice maker:

1.Unplug ice maker or disconnect power.

2.Remove all ice from storage bin.

3.Shut off the water supply.

4.Remove the two screws in the lower access panel and the two screws from the base grille area of the front panel support. Pull forward to remove the lower access panel.

5.Disconnect the inlet and outlet lines to water valve. Allow these lines to drain and then reconnect to the valve.

6.Replace lower access panel and screws.

7.Drain water from water pan by removing the drain cap.

8.If the room temperature will drop below 32°F (0°C), remove water from the drain line.

For ice makers with a drain pump installed:

Plug in ice maker or reconnect power.

Turn ice maker off and remove all remaining ice from ice bin.

Pour 1 qt (0.95 L) of water into the ice bin near the drain and let the unit stand for approximately 5 minutes. This will allow the water in the bin to drain into the drain pump so that the pump will remove the remaining water from the ice bin and the drain pump.

Unplug ice maker or disconnect power.

9.Before using again, clean the ice maker and storage bin.

10.Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

NOTE: All components of the ice maker are permanently lubricated at the factory. They should not require any additional oiling throughout the normal life of the machine.

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Whirlpool W10136155B Vacation and Moving Care, To shut down the ice maker, Replace all parts and panels before operating