English Installation Manual of WHIRLPOOL IC10S
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1. 100 pounds per square inch If water filter is installed water pressure to water valve must be a minimum of 35 pounds per square inch Start nuts by hand to avoid cross threading Finish tightening nuts using a wrench Do not over tighten Check carefully for water leaks prior to returning refrigerator to normal location and 24 hours after connection How the Ice Maker Works Water fills the empty cube mold when the freezer has cooled to freezing temperature Cold ait is forced directly over the mold When frozen the cubes are moved up and out of the mold The sweeper arm A ejects them into the ice storage bin B below How to Use Your Ice Maker arm to on position e Make sure ice storage bin is below ice maker and pushed back as far as possible NOTE Feeler arm must be free to move upward and outward over ice storage bin for ice production Make sure packages in freezer compartment do not block its movement Allow approximately 24 hours after installation to receive first harvest of ice e Discard ice created within first 12 hours of operation to verify system is flushed of impurities About Your Ice Maker Is it possible for the ice maker to overfill the storage bin The feeler arm C senses when the bin B is full and signals the icemaker to stop ejecting cubes The mold refills and freezes a new supply Once the feeler arm senses that more is n2. Shooting SOLUTION Confirm ice maker arm is down See Automatic Ice Maker section in your owner s manual for details Make sure plug from power cord fits tightly into wall outlet or check that connection Make sure the water supply is connected and turned on Check for kinks in the copper tubing Remove kinks or replace tubing if there are kinks Verify that refrigerator harness is plugged into water valve See the controls section in your owner s manual for assistance on how to adjust your controls Freezer must be between 0 to 2 F 18 to 17 C to produce ice The shutoff valve connecting the refrigerator to the home water line may be clogged Unclog it Avoid operating device such as dishwasher washingm machine or shower Discard old cubes Use icemaker regularly Empty and wash ice storage bin Check seals on packages in freezer See Odor Removal instructions in Care and Cleaning Section Confirm ice maker arm is down See Automatic Ice Maker section in your owner s manual for details Check water connection procedure in your nstallation Instructions Turn off water supply and remove kinks If kinks cannot be removed replace tubing Amana recommends using a saddle valve Contact 1 800 843 0304 or an Amana dealer for availability Do not use self piercing valve Amana is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection Water pressure must be between 20 to 100
3. items where directions appear in Owner s Manual and Installation Instruction Make product reasonably accessible for service Pay for premium service costs for service outside technician s normal business hours Pay for service calls related to product installation or customer education In no event shall Amana Appliances be liable for incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have others which vary from state to state For example some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion may not apply to you Part No 10527056 2001 Amana Printed in U S A 09 01 Amana lowa 52204
4. pounds per square inch to function properly A minimum pressure of 35 pounds per square inch is recommended for units with water filters See the controls section in your owner s manual for assistance on how to adjust your controls Freezer must be between 0 to 2 F 18 to 17 C to produce ice Check water connection procedure in your nstallation Instructions Self piercing and 3 8 saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the line over time Amana is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection Check electrical connections to water valve coil and connector block on refrigerator cabinet Trouble Shooting TOPIC Icemaker is not producing ice some models continued from previous page Ice maker is not producing enough ice or ice is malformed Ice cubes stick together or Shrink Ice forms in inlet tube to ice maker Some models Unit is leaking water POSSIBLE CAUSE Freezer section not operating at proper temperature Ice maker has just recently been installed or a large amount of ice has just been used Water pressure is too low Freezer temperature is too low Ice cubes have not been emptied Water pressure is too low Freezer temperature is too high Plastic tubing was used to complete water connection Water pressure is too low Improper water valve was installed SOLUTION Confirm that freezer section is operating at
5. Amana BUILT BETTER THAN IT HAS TO BE Installation and Operating Instructions IC 10 8 Side by Side Keep instructions for future reference Keep this manual and your sales receipt together in a safe place in case warranty service is required Refrigerator Ice Maker Kit Ordering parts and accessories Questions about your features Please contact us with your model and serial number Consumer Affairs Department Amana Appliances 2800 220th Trail Amana Iowa 52204 Ph 1 800 843 0304 1 319 622 5511 outside U S A Internet http www amana com Part No 10527056 Printed in U S A 09 01 lt lt Contents Important Safety Information About Your Ice Maker How the Ice Maker Works How to Use Your Ice Maker Installing Your Ice Maker How to Prepare the Freezer Compartment How to Mount the Water Valve Assembly How to Mount the Ice Maker Kit How to Connect the Water Supply Trouble Shooting Warranty 2001 Amana Amana lowa 52204 Important Safety Information What You Need to Know about Safety Instructions Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur Common sense caution and Recognize Safety Symbols Words Labels care must be exercised when installing maintaining or operating refrigerator A DANG E R Read entire manual before installing kit All DANGER Immediate hazards which WILL resu
6. NK so that tubing feeds straight into inlet port Slide brass nut over sleeve and screw nut into inlet pott Tighten nut with wrench IMPORTANT DO NOT overtighten Cross threading may occur Pull on tubing to confirm connection is secure Connect tubing to frame with water tubing clamp and turn on water supply Check for leaks and correct if present TOPIC Ice maker appears to have stopped operating Small or hollow cubes Ice cubes have odor taste Icemaker is not producing ice POSSIBLE CAUSE Ice maker arm is not in correct position Electrical power cord may not be plugged into icemaker or harness is not plugged into water valve The icemaker is not getting the necessary supply of water Freezer temperature is too low The cubes are too small Water utilizing devices in use elsewhere in house Ice stored for an extended period may absorb odors which affect their taste Ice storage bin needs to be emptied and washed Unsealed packages in the refirgerator ad or freezer compartments may be transmitting odor taste to ice cubes The interior of the refrigerator needs cleaning Ice maker arm is not in correct position Household water supply is not reaching water valve Copper or plastic tubing has kinks Water pressure is too low Freezer temperature is too low Improper water valve was installed Electrical connection to water valve coil and connector block may be loose Trouble
7. Screw ice maker mounting screws into holes provided in left wall of freezer section e Leave head out approximately a 3 for the slot in the icemaker 3 hanger to slip over the screws Dry mounting wall thoroughly with towel before adding adhesive backed harness clip as illustrated Insert wite harness plug into connector on back wall of freezer by using a rocking motion until locking fingers on plug snap into place and slide ice maker hangers B over screws Fit fill tube under stainless steel clip on water cup l 4 e Tube must extend approximately 72 into water cup For ice makers with self positioning fill tube opening thread fill tube through hole into IMPORTANT Do not kink tubing and make sure that tubing will not become easily dislodged Insert remaining mounting sctew into bottom of ice maker and tighten down all mounting sctews Raise feeler arm to the STOP o Q A position until water connection is complete e Ice make should feel securely mounted Create service loop with tubing and attach to unit with P clamp to avoid kinks in tubing Remove plastic cap A ftom water valve inlet port B Locate water tubing clamp C in kit and install with 44 hex head screw Place brass nut D and sleeve E on copper tube end as illustrated Place end of copper tubing into water valve inlet port Shape tubing slightly DO NOT KI
8. eeded the ice maker resumes B operation by ejecting the frozen cubes When is it appropriate to shut off my ice maker Raise the feeler arm to the STOP up position when e Ice storage bin is removed or is being cleaned e Refrigerator is not to be used for an extended time such as vacations Also turn off the water supply to the ice maker in this instance e Water supply is to be shut off for several hours My ice cubes have an odor What can I do to avoid this Ice is a porous material and is likely to absorb odors from surrounding areas Ice cubes that have been in the ice storage bin for a considerable length of time may pick up off flavor tastes stick together and gradually become smaller We suggest that these cubes be thrown away Other ways to control ice cube odor are listed below e The ice storage bin should be cleaned occasionally in warm water Be sure to put the icemaker feeler arm in the STOP up position when cleaning the bin Rinse and wipe dry e Check for spoiled or expired items and discard Wrap all odor causing foods or store foods in tightly sealed containers to prevent odor reoccurance e Water filter some models may need to be replaced e In some cases household water quality may need to be checked Ifa water filter is desired a water filter may be ordered for some models Contact Amana Consumer A ffairs for more information on your particular model Installing Your Ice Maker T
9. lt in severe personal injury or necessary tools and materials must be death available prior to installation Verify all listed parts are included in kit If parts are missing A WARNIN G contact source from whom kit was purchased WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe e If unable to solve a problem during personal injury or death installation contact an authorized Amana technician Locate a factory Service Center A CA UTIO N or independent authorized technician by CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal 1 319 622 5511 outside U S A Service is at owner s expense Before Calling Service If something seems unusual please check Trouble Shooting section which is designed to help you solve problems before calling service amp WARNING To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death follow basic precautions including the following e Unplug power cord or open household circuit breaker to refrigerator before installing kit After installing kit reconnect power CAUTION To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage follow basic precautions including the following e Do not place fingers or hands on or around the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigera tor is plugged in REPLACE ORIGINAL ICE STORAGE BUCKET WITH ONE FROM KIT to avoid spilling ice cubes Confirm water pressure to water valve is between 20 and
10. m pressure of 35 pounds per square inch is recommended for units with water filters Check water connection procedure in your Installation instructions Self piercing and 3 16 saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the line over time Amana is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection For more information on this and other Amana products visit our Web site www amana com or call Consumer Affairs Department at 1 800 843 0304 Warranty Ice Maker Full One Year Warranty First Year Amana Appliances will repair or replace free of charge any part which is defective due to workmanship or materials Warranty Limitations e Begins at date of original purchase e Applies to product used within the United States or in Canada if product has Canadian Standards Association listing when shipped from the factory e Service must be performed by an authorized Amana technician Warranty Is Void If e Product is used on a commercial rental or leased basis e Product has defect or damage due to an accident fire flood connection to an improper electrical or water supply lightning product alteration shipping and handling or other conditions beyond the control of Amana e Product is improperly installed or used Owner s Responsibilities e Provide proof of purchase sales receipt e Provide normal care and maintenance Replace owner replaceable
11. o reduce the risk of injury or death follow basic precautions including the following Read all instructions before installing device DO NOT attempt installation if instructions are not understood or if they are beyond personal skill level Observe all local codes and ordinances DO NOT service device unless specifically recommended in owner s manual or published user repair instructions Disconnect power to unit prior to installing device CAUTION To avoid property damage or possible injury follow basic precautions including the following Consult a plumber to connect copper tubing to household plumbing to assure compliance with local codes and ordinances Confirm water pressure to water valve is between 20 and 100 pounds per square inch If water filter is installed water pressure to water valve must be a minimum of 35 pounds per square inch DO NOT use a self piercing or saddle valve Both reduce water flow become clogged with time and may cause leaks if repair is attempted Tighten nuts by hand to prevent cross threading Finish tightening nuts with pliers and wrenches Do not overtighten Wait 24 hours before placing unit into final position to check and correct any water leaks Materials Needed e Needle nose pliers e 1 outer diameter flexible copper tubing e Adjustable wrench NOTE Add 8 to tubing length needed to reach water supply for creation of service loop e Flat blade screwdriver e hex nut d
12. proper temperature Adjust accordingly Wait 24 hours for ice production to begin and for ice to restock after emptied Low water pressure can cause valve to leak Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per square inch to function properly A minimum pressure of 35 pounds per square inch is recommended for units with water filters See the controls section in your owner s manual for assistance on how to adjust your controls Freezer must be between 0 to 2 F 18 to 17 C to produce ice Empty ice cube bucket or trays more frequently If used infrequently ice cubes may stick together or shrink Check water pressure Low water pressure will cause valve to leak Self piercing valves cause low water pressure Amana recommends using a saddle valve Contact 1 800 843 0304 or an Amana dealer for availability Do not use self piercing valve Amana is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection See the controls section in your owner s manual for assistance on how to adjust your controls Freezer is recommended to be between 0 and 2 F 18 to 17 C Amana recommends using copper tubing for installation Plastic is less durable and can cause leakage Amana is not responsible for property damage due to imporper installation or water connection Low water pressure can cause valve to leak Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per square inch to function properly A minimu
13. river e Shut off valve requires a hole to be drilled into water supply before valve attachment Wie bucket e Masking tape CONTENTS OF IC 10S Ice maker wire harness Water tube P clamp Ja Stainless me steel clip E gt Flexible plastic i T Small plastic Ice storage tubing Bex clip bucket y WAS Large Plastic a clip Ice maker Qe mountng Qe screws Dh Ice maker Compression nut SY Sleeve OG some models Water valve assembly Installing Your Ice Maker How to Prepare the Freezer Compartment Remove freezer accessories including all baskets and shelves e See Owner s Manual on instructions on removal and replacement of freezer items Remove electrical and water connection cover from top left corner of freezer section e Remove screw from cover and discard screw and cover Locate water tube inlet cover on back of unit in uppper tight hand cornet Pry off with flat blade screwdriver blade covered with masking tape e Discard cover From back of reftigerator A use screwdtiver to pierce interior sealing tape B that covers the hole for the water fill tube inlet C Cover end of fill tube D with masking tape ot small pla bag to avoid insulation from entering tube during insertion Insert fill tube D into water fill tube inlet C BES e If tube does not come EES il
14. through the interior ATE of needle nose pliers to pull tube through Remove tape or plastic bag from the end of the fill tube Insert fill tube as illustrated Press firmly inward while rotating clockwise 30 until water line is vertical and fill tube is locked into back wall e Pull on grommet to be sure that the fit is tight If tube comes loose repeat above instructions How to Mount the Water Valve Assembly 1 Locate water valve cover plate on back of unit in lower left hand corner Remove cover plate with a 14 hex nut drivet e Retain screw for later replacement e Cut wire tie holding harness to cover plate Take care not to cut wires Plug harness ftom inside machine compartment onto water valve electrical terminals Tuck bottom portion of valve inside machine compartment and fasten valve to cabinet with 14 screw from step 1 Position valve water line as illustrated and secure with small plastic clip located in ice maker kit Installing Your Ice Maker How to Mount the Ice Maker Kit Slip the stainless steel clip over the wall of the water cup Step not required for Replace baskets and shelves and place ice storage bin directly under ice maker NOTE Check again to make sure the icemaker power cord is fully inserted into its outlet ice makers with self positioning fill tube opening
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