Electrolux EI15IM55GS, 241927600 User Manual

Use & Care Guide

Ice Maker

Guia de Uso y Cuidado

Máquina de hielo

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

Machine à glaçons

241927600 November 2007

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Thank you for choosing Electrolux, the new premium brand in home appliances. This Use & Care Guide is part of our commitment to customer satisfaction and product quality throughout the service life of your new ice maker.

We view your purchase as the beginning of a relationship. To ensure our ability to continue serving you, please use this page to record key product information.

IMPORTANT

PLEASE READ all instructions completely before attempting to install or operate the unit.

All ice makers require a connection to both a water supply and an electrical power source. Improper hook-up can result in substantial property damage! Proper installation, in accordance with the manufacturer’s speciﬁcations and all local codes, is the sole responsibility of the consumer. The manufacturer is not responsible for any installation expenses or damages incurred due to improper installation. If you are unsure of your ability to safely make electric power, water supply, and water drain connections to the unit, consult licensed and insured professionals to perform all electrical and plumbing work.

Once you have your unit installed, we suggest you keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. Should any problems occur, refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual. This information will help you quickly identify a problem and get it remedied. In the event you require assistance, please contact the dealer where you purchased your unit.

Keep a record for quick reference

Whenever you call to request information or service, you will need to know your model number and serial number. You can ﬁnd this information on the serial plate located on the inside wall of your unit and on the product registration card.

NOTE

Registering your product with Electrolux enhances our ability to serve you. You can register online at www.electroluxusa.com or by dropping your Product Registration Card in the mail.

Please record the purchase date of your Electrolux unit and your dealer’s name, address and telephone number.

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Purchase Date

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Electrolux Model Number

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Electrolux Serial Number

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Dealer Name

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Dealer Address

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Dealer Telephone

Keep this manual and the sales receipt together in a safe place for further reference.

Post Ofﬁce Box 212378, Augusta, Georgia 30917, USA

Questions?

For toll-free telephone support in the U.S. and Canada: 1-877-4ELECTROLUX (1-877-435-3287)

For online support and product information visit http://www.electroluxusa.com

Table of Contents

Finding Information

Finding Information ................................................. 2

Please read and save this guide ..............................................2

Keep a record for quick reference ...........................................2

Questions? ..............................................................................2

Table of contents.....................................................................3

Safety .................................................................. 4

Important Safety Instructions .................................................4

Safety Precautions ...............................................................4

Deﬁnitions ...........................................................................4

General Precautions ............................................................4

Installation ............................................................5

Installation Dimensions .........................................................5

Installing the Drain ..................................................................5

Gravity Drain ...................................................................5

Connecting a Drain Pump .......................................................6

Site Preparation ......................................................7

Preparing the Site ..................................................................7

Water Supply Connection ...........................................8

Connecting the Water Supply..................................................8

Leveling ...............................................................9

Leveling the Unit .....................................................................9

Door Reversal ...................................................... 10

Reversing the Door (some models) .....................................10

Adjusting the Door ...............................................................12

Built-In Installation / Start-Up ................................... 13

Installing a Built-In ................................................................13

Initial Start-Up ......................................................................13

Blackout Mode ...................................................................13

Normal Operating Sounds ....................................................13

Operation............................................................ 14

Normal Operation .................................................................14

Ice Cube Thickness ...............................................................14

Ice Dispenser Operation and Care .........................................14

Ice Cube Thickness Adjustment ............................................15

Drain Pump ...........................................................................15

Maintenance ........................................................ 16

Special Considerations .........................................................16

Maintaining and Cleaning Your Ice Maker .............................16

Exterior Cleaning - As Required .........................................16

Stainless Steel Models .......................................................16

Interior Cleaning - As Required .........................................16

Condenser Cleaning - Every 3 Months ..................................17

Self Cleaning - Every 6 Months .............................................17

Inlet Screen Cleaning - Every Year ........................................19

Storing, Vacation and Moving ................................... 19

Draining for Non-Use ............................................................19

Troubleshooting .................................................... 20

Before you Call for Service....................................................20

If Service is Required ............................................................21

Warranty Information ............................................. 22

WARNING

You must follow these guidelines to ensure that your refrigerator’s safety mechanisms are operating correctly.

Safety

Important Safety Instructions

Safety Precautions

Do not attempt to install or operate your unit until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a Danger, Warning or Caution based on the risk type.

Deﬁnitions

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, product damage, or property damage.

IMPORTANT

Indicates installation, operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazard related.

WARNING

• Never attempt to repair or perform

maintenance on the unit until the electricity has been disconnected.

• Altering, cutting of power cord, removal

of power cord, removal of power plug, or direct wiring can cause serious injury, ﬁre and/or loss of property and/or life and will void the warranty.

• Do not lift unit by door handle.

CAUTION

• Use care when moving the unit. Some

edges are sharp and may cause personal injury. Wear gloves when moving or repositioning the unit.

• Never install the unit behind closed

doors. Be sure front grille is free of obstruction. Obstructing free air ﬂow can cause the unit to malfunction, and may void the warranty.

• Allow unit temperature to stabilize for 24

hours before use.

• Never use an ice pick or other sharp

instrument to help speed up defrosting. These instruments can puncture the inner lining or damage cooling unit

• Failure to clean the condenser every

three months can cause the unit to malfunction. This could void the warranty.

General Precautions

DANGER

RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT. Before you throw away your old appliance, take off the doors and leave shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

IMPORTANT

To turn off power to your ice maker, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

CAUTION

• Using a heater to speed up defrosting

can cause personal injury and damage to the inner lining. DO NOT use any type of heater to defrost.

• Use only genuine Electrolux

replacement parts. Imitation parts can reduce ice rate, cause water to overﬂow from ice maker mold, damage the unit, and may void the warranty.

Installation Dimensions

14 - 15/16”

(37.9)

24” (61)

5”

(12.7)

21 - 3/4”

(55.2)

34 - 1/8”

(86.7) FULL

RETRACT

HEIGHT

WATER

VALVE

WATER

OUTLET

WATER

DRAIN

Installing the Drain

Installation

CAUTION

PLEASE READ all instructions completely before attempting to install or operate the unit. All ice makers require a connection to the water supply and improper hook-up can result in substantial property damage! All water and drain connections MUST BE made by a licensed/qualiﬁed plumbing contractor. Failure to follow recommendations and instructions may result in damage and/or harm.

CAUTION

Plumbing installation must observe all state and local codes. All water and drain connections MUST BE made by a licensed/ qualiﬁed plumbing contractor. Failure to follow recommendations and instructions may result in damage and/or harm.

Model EI15IM55GS can be installed using a gravity drain or the Electrolux EIMP60, optional drain pump kit.

Follow these guidelines when installing drain lines to prevent water from ﬂowing back into the ice maker storage bin and/or potentially ﬂowing onto the ﬂoor causing water damage:

• Drain lines must have a 1 inch drop per 48

inches of run (1/4 inch per foot) and must not create traps.

• The oor drain must be large enough to

accommodate drainage from all drains.

• Insulate the bin drain line to prevent

condensation.

Figure 1

Gravity Drain

• Drain lines must have a 5/8 inch inside

diameter.

Installation

Connecting a Drain Pump

If a gravity drain connection is not available, we strongly recommend the use of the Electrolux EIMP60 drain pump. The Electrolux EIMP60 drain pump is available through your Dealer, or direct from Electrolux with complete installation instructions. If a pump other than the Electrolux EIMP60 drain pump is to be used, it must meet the following speciﬁcations:

• It must be UL listed and have a UL listed,

120 VAC, 3-wire grounded power cord.

• It must have overall maximum outside

dimensions of 8-3/4” wide x 5-3/4” deep x 7-3/4” high.

• It must have a minimum ow rate of 15

gallons per hour at 10 feet of lift.

• It must have a sealed sump which does not

allow water leakage in the case of a power outage, restricted drain or pump failure.

• It must have a check valve in the discharge

line to prevent waste water return to the pump.

• It must have an overow protection control

which will shut off power to the ice maker in the event of a pump failure.

• It must have an operating temperature range

of 50°F to 110°F (10°C to 43°C).

CAUTION

In the event of a power outage, restricted drain or pump failure, the failure to use the

Electrolux EIMP60 drain pump or a pump with

the above listed speciﬁcations, could result in substantial water leakage and pooling with severe and costly water damage and related consequential damages and harm.

Site Preparation

2-3/4”

DOOR

SWING

CABINET

OR WALL

CLEARANCE

NEEDED

INTAKEEXHAUST

Preparing the Site

IMPORTANT

It is extremely important that the unit is level. If it is not level, the ice mold will not ﬁll evenly. This can cause a reduction in ice rate, uneven sized cubes or water spilling into the storage area which will cause the ice in the bin to melt prematurely. Remember that ﬂoors near drains have a tendency to slope towards the drain.

1 Position the unit on a ﬂat, level surface,

capable of supporting the entire weight of the unit. Remember that the unit will be signiﬁcantly heavier once it is fully loaded.

2 The surrounding air temperature must be at

least 50°F (10°C) but must not exceed 110°F (43°C).

3 The unit must not be located near heat-

generating equipment or in direct sunlight.

DANGER

ELECTROCUTION HAZARD!

Electrical Grounding Required. This appliance is equipped with a three prong (grounding) polarized plug for your protection against possible shock hazards.

• NEVER remove the round grounding

prong from the plug.

• NEVER use a two-prong grounding

adapter.

• NEVER use an extension cord to

connect power to the unit.

7 The unit must be installed according to your

local codes and ordinances.

NOTE

The door of the unit may be mounted on either side of the cabinet (see REVERSING THE DOOR). All units require zero clearance when installed ﬂush with a cabinet or wall (see Figure

2). Electrolux stainless steel models require a minimum 2-3/4 inch handle clearance when installed against a wall or cabinet that extends beyond the front edge of the unit (see Figure 3).

Figure 2

Where a two-prong wall receptacle is encountered or a longer power cord is required, contact a qualiﬁed electrician to have it replaced in accordance with applicable electrical codes.

4 The unit must be located to allow clearance

for water, drain and electrical connections in the rear of the ice maker.

5 Connect the unit to a grounded and polarized

115 VAC, 60 Hz, 15 A circuit (normal household current).

6 Avoid connecting the unit to a Ground

Fault Interruptor (GFI). GFIs are prone to nuisance tripping which will cause the unit to shut down. GFIs are generally not used on circuits which power equipment that must run unattended for long periods of time.

Figure 3

8 Position the unit to allow free air ﬂow through

the front grille (see Figure 4).

9 Wipe out inside of unit with a damp cloth.

Figure 4

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