Franklin Chef FIM400, User Manual

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3.
You will find a strain relief bracket in the accessory package. Fix the power supply
cord below the bracket, as shown in the previous illustration.
4.
The other end of the power supply cord should be connected to an outlet that is in
accordance with the local electrical code.
Water Supply
The water supply should be ready at the point of installation. The water supply pressure
should be a minimum of 15 psig with a static pressure not more than 80 psig. (A wall
outlet directly behind the ice maker will make installation easier.)
IMPORTANT:
1.
All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.
Professional installation is recommended.
2.
Make certain that the hoses are not pinched or kinked or damaged during installation.
3.
Check for leaks after connection.
Tools required:
½
?
open-end wrench, Phillips screwdriver
Connecting the water line:
1. Turn off main water supply.
2. Find a
½
?
to
¾
?
vertical water pipe near the installation location. The distance
should be less than 9 feet. The water supply hose provided with the ice maker is about
9 feet long.
3. A shut-off valve must be installed to the main water supply. If the water pipe has a
plain piece of copper tubing, attach a
¼
?
O.D. compression union to the tubing and
remove the nut.
4. Connect nuts of the water supply hose to tap and water inlet valve. Tighten firmly by
hand, then one-half turn with wrench.
5. Turn on main water supply and tap. Check for water supply connection leaks. Tighten
every connection (including connections at the water inlet).
Installation Types
This ice maker has only been designed for mobile (free-standing) installation. There
must be adequate air space around the unit for ventilation purposes. (See page 7.)
Mobile installation:
A mobile installation will allow you to install the ice maker free-standing in any place
you desire provided you have access to a water supply. You must follow the stated
instructions for
a. Electrical requirements
b. Water supply
Cleaning before use
After you remove all tape from the machine, clean the inside of your ice maker and ice
storage bin before using them. See “Interior Cleaning” in the
Cleaning and Maintenance
section.