EdgeStar Built-in Ice Maker
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Water Supply Connections
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.
2. Make certain that the pipes are not pinched or kinked or
damaged during installation.
3. Check for leaks after connection.
Tools required: ½ in. open-end wrench, Phillips screwdriver
Connecting the water line:
1. Turn off main water supply. Turn on nearest faucet long enough to
clear line of water.2. Find a ½ in. to ¾ in. vertical cold 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).
IMPORTANT: When you connect the water supply hose, pay attention
to the indications of “Water inlet” on the machine.
• In general, it is always a good idea to filter the water. A water filter
can remove taste and odors as well as particles. Where water is very
hard, softened water may result in white, mushy cubes that stick
together. Deionized water is not recommended.
Drain
NOTE: There is a drain line on the ice maker. Please drain water to your
drain through the drain line provided with ice maker.
1. Locate the floor drain near the ice maker. The distance should be
less than 4.5 feet since the length of the long drain hose provided with
the ice maker is about 4.5 feet.
2. Find the drain hose on the back of ice maker, then insert the other
side of the hose into the drain line.
All horizontal runs of drain lines must have a fall of 1/4” per foot. An air
gap will likely be required between the ice maker drain hose and the
drain/waste receptacle. A stand pipe with a trap below it would be
acceptable for the drain/waste receptacle. A floor drain is also
acceptable.
4. Pour 1 gallon of water into the ice storage bin to check for proper
drainage.
Note: a condensate pump can allow for installation further from your
drain. Consult your plumber for advice.