Ice Maker Care; Cleaning - KitchenAid KUIC15NRTS2 Use & Care Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your ice maker, follow these basic
precautions:
• Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
• Do not remove ground prong.
• Do not use an adapter.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Disconnect power before cleaning.
• Disconnect power before servicing.
• Replace all parts and panels before operating.
• Use two or more people to move and install ice maker.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install i cemaker.
Failure to do so can result inback or other injury.
Removing Packaging Materials
Remove tape and glue from your ice maker before using.
• To remove any remaining tape or glue from the exterior of the
ice maker, rub the area briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue
residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small
amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your
fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.
• Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable
fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. Do not
use chlorine bleach on the stainless steel surfaces of the ice
maker. These products can damage the surface of your ice
maker.
Cleaning Before Use
After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside
of your ice maker before using it. See the cleaning instructions in
the "Ice Maker Care" section.
• TO ensure properventilation foryouricemaker,thefront side
must be completelyunobstructed. T he icemaker may be
closed-in on thetop and three sides, butthe installation
shouldallowthe icemaker to be pulled forwardforservicing
if necessary.
• Installation oftheicemaker requires a coldwater supplyinlet
ofW' (6.35 mm) OD softcopper tubingwitha shutoff valve
and either a gravity-drain system or condensate pump to
carry the water toan existing d rain.
• Choose a wellventilated areawithtemperatures above 55°F
(13°C) and below 110°F (43°C). Bestresults a reobtained
between 70°F (21°C)and 90°F (32°C).
This unit must be installed in an area sheltered from the
elements, such as wind, rain, water spray, or drip.
When installing the ice maker under a counter, follow the
recommended opening dimensions shown. Place electrical
and plumbing fixtures in the recommended location as
shown.
NOTES:
• Be sure the power supply cord is not pinched between
the ice maker and the cabinet.
• Be sure the water supply line is not pinched between the
ice maker and the cabinet.
• Be sure the drain line (on some models) is not pinched
between the ice maker and the cabinet.
34"
(86.4 cm)
Min.
341/2"
(87.6 cm)
Max.
24"
cm)
_'_ 15"
(38.1 cm)
A
A. Recommended location for electrical
and plumbing fixtures
B. Floor level
Choose a location where the floor is even. It is important for
the ice maker to be level in order to work properly. If needed,
you can adjust the height of the ice maker by changing the
height of the leveling legs. See "Leveling."