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Water Supply
The water supply should be ready at the point of installation. The water supply
pressure should be a minimum of 20 psig with a static pressure not more than
80 psig. (A wall outlet directly behind the ice maker will make installation
easier.)
We strongly recommended the use of a water filter. A filter, if it is of the proper
type, can remove taste and odors as well as particles and can prolong the life of
the machine.
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
″
and
1-
3/16
"
open-end wrenches, Phillips screwdriver
Connecting the water line:
1.
Turn off main water supply.
2.
Get a water supply at most 80 inch from installation location. As the water
pipe provided with the unit is about 80 inch long.
3.
A shut-off valve should 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.
Take a ¾
″
to ¼
″
O.D. fitting from the ice storage bin. Connect the fitting
to water inlet. Tighten firmly by hand, then one-half turn with
1-
3/16
"
open-end wrench. Then connect nuts of the water supply pipe to tap
and the fitting. Tighten firmly by hand, then one-half turn with ½
″
open-end wrench.
5.
Turn on main water supply and tap. Check for water supply connection
leaks. Tighten every connection (including connections at the water inlet).
NOTE: If using a water filter, be sure to follow the filter manufacturer’s
directions.
Service and Installation Manual
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Installation Types
This ice cube machine has been designed to be enclosed (as under a cabinet). It
can also be free-standing or built-in (sealed to the floor). In every case, there
must be adequate air space around the unit for ventilation purposes (see
diagrams on page 13).
Enclosed Installation:
An enclosed installation will allow you to install the ice cube machine under a
counter or in a kitchen cabinet provided the required clearance space around the
ice maker is respected. You must follow the stated instructions for
a. Electrical requirements
b. Water supply
Free-standing Installation:
The ice cube machine can be installed to be free-standing in any place you
desire provided you have access to a water supply. This installation has the
same requirements as an enclosed installation.
Built-in Installation:
If this method of installation is chosen, it will still be necessary to allow
adequate ventilation space around the unit. The following additional items must
be observed.
1.
Place the ice cube machine in front of the installation location. Raise the
machine and place it on the floor or on a platform depending on your
installation requirements.
2.
The water supply line must be plumbed before connecting to the ice maker.
3.
Turn on the main water supply and tap. Check for water supply connection
leaks. Tighten every connection (including connections at the water inlet).
4.
If the electrical outlet for the ice maker is behind the cabinet, plug in the ice
maker.
5.
Push the ice maker into position.
6.
Seal all around the cabinet to the floor with an approved caulking
compound.
