Amana IC53 Installation Instructions

IC53 International Top Mount Refrigerator Ice Maker Kit

Installation and

Operating Instructions

Contents

Introduction ...............................................................3

Tools Required ..........................................................3

Safety Instructions ....................................................3

Materials Required ....................................................3

Parts .........................................................................5

Installation Instructions..............................................6

Operating Instructions ............................................. 10

Before Calling For Service ...................................... 10

Warranty ................................................................. 11

Safety Instructions

WARNING

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, unplug power cord or open household circuit breaker to refrigerator before installing kit. After installing kit, reconnect power.

Introduction

Recognize this symbol as

a safety precaution.

Read entire manual before installing kit. All necessary tools and materials must be available prior to installation. Verify all listed parts are included in kit. If parts are missing, contact source from whom kit was purchased.

• Mechanical experience is required to install kit.

• Depending on installer’s knowledge and skill, installation can take from 3 to 6 hours.

• If unable to solve a problem during installation, contact an authorized Amana technician. Locate a Factory Service Center or independent authorized technician by calling 1-800-628-5782 inside U.S.A. and 1-319-622-5511 outside U.S.A. Service is at owner’s expense.

CAUTION

To avoid property damage, observe the following:

• Confirm water pressure to water valve is at least 20 pounds per square inch.

• Start nuts by hand to avoid cross threading. Finish tightening nuts using wrenches. Do not overtighten.

• Check carefully for water leaks prior to returning refrigerator to normal location and 24 hours after connection.

Materials Required

Important

• Before connecting ice maker, contact a plumber to connect copper tubing to household plumbing in compliance with local codes and ordinances.

• Amana recommends using a saddle valve. Do not use self-piercing valve. Amana is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection.

Tools Required

• 9.65 mm (3/8") Electric drill (ground fault protected)

• 9.65 mm (3/8") Drill bit

• 6.35 mm (1/4") Hex nut driver

• 12.7 mm (1/2") Open-end wrenches (2)

• Bucket

• Tight fitting gloves

• Putty knife

• Masking tape

• Pliers

• Screwdriver

• Slip joint pliers

• Towel

6.35 mm (1/4") flexible copper tubing*. *Length of copper tubing must reach from water supply

connection plus an additional 3 m (9.8') for service loop behind refrigerator. Tubing should be soft instead of rigid and ends should be free of burrs.

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