Connecting Ice Maker To Water Supply - Silhouette DIM32D1BSSPR Installation Instructions Manual

CONNECTING ICE MAKER TO WATER SUPPLY

WARNING
To avoid electrical shock, which can cause death
or severe personal injury, disconnect the ice maker
from power outlet before connecting a water supply
line to the ice maker.
DO NOT install water supply tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing.
Connect the ice maker to a potable water source that is not tied into a water softening system. Chemicals from
the softener may damage the ice maker, causing it to malfunction.
Before installing the water supply line, you will need:
1. Basic tools: an adjustable wrench and a standard fl at blade screwdriver.
2. Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 20 and 60 psi.
3. A water supply line made of 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) OD copper tubing. To determine the length of copper tubing need-
ed, you will need to measure the distance from the ice maker inlet valve at the back of the ice maker to your cold
water pipe. Then add approximately 3 feet (0.9144 meters) coil of water line so the ice maker can be moved out of
the cabinet for cleaning.
4. A shutoff valve to connect the water supply line to your household water system. (DO NOT use a self-piercing type
shutoff valve.)
5. A compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for connecting the water supply line to the
6. A clamp and a number 8, 1/2" screw to secure water line to the unit.
To Connect Water Supply Line to Ice Maker Inlet Valve
1. Disconnect ice maker from electric power supply.
2. Place end of house water supply line into sink or bucket. Turn ON water supply and fl ush supply line until water is
clear, turn OFF water supply at shutoff valve. Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet and store in safe place.
3. Slide brass compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve), onto water supply line, as shown in Fig. A.
4. Push water supply line into water valve inlet as far as it will go (1/4 inch.) Slide ferrule (sleeve) into water valve
inlet and tighten compression nut onto valve. Tighten another half turn with a wrench; DO NOT over-tighten.
5. Secure the water supply line by putting it through the clamp and fastening with a screw into the screw hole on the
back panel (Fig. A.)
6. Coil about 3 feet of the excess water supply line behind the ice maker and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or
wear against any other surface.
7. Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections that leak.
8. Reconnect ice maker to electric power supply.
NOTE:
It takes approximately 1 hour for the fi rst batch of ice
to be made. New plumbing may cause ice to be
discolored or have poor fl avour. Discard fi rst 2 batches
and any other discoloured ice.
Although the unit has been tested and cleaned at
the factory, due to long-term transit and storage, the
fi rst batch of cubes must be discarded.
• Never turn the water supply tap off when the ice
maker is working!
• Never touch evaporator when unit is running!
• To reduce melting and ensure proper ice formation
keep the door closed at all times except when taking ice from the unit.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT
Ensure that your water supply line connections
comply with all local plumbing codes.
CAUTION
Plastic tubing is not recommended since it greatly
increases the potential for water leaks. The manu-
facturer will not be responsible for any damage if
plastic tubing is used for the supply line.
Water inlet valve
Furrele (sleeve)
Brass
Compression
Nut
Water Supply
Line
3
ice maker inlet valve.
Clamp and Screw
Fig. A