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.efrigerator
Ice Maker Kit
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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.
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Keep this manual and your sales receipt together in a safe
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Contents
Important Safety Information ................................. 2
About Your Ice Maker ............................................. 3
How the Ice Maker Works .................................. 3
How to Use Your Ice Maker ................................ 3
InstNling Your Ice Maker ....................................... 4
How to Prepare the Freezer Compartment ....... 5
How to Mount the Water Valve Assembly ........... 5
How to Mount the Ice Maker Kit .......................... 6
How to Connect the Water Supply ..................... 6
Trouble Shooting ................................................... 7
Warranty ................................................................. 9
Part No. 10527056 © 2001 Amana
Printed in U.S.A. 09/01 Amana, Iowa 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
care must be exercised when installing,
maintaining, or operating refrigerator.
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.
, If unable to solve a problem during
installation, contact an authorized Amana ]
technician. Locate a factory Service Center I
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.
Before Camng Service22
If something seems unusual, please check
"Trouble Shooting" section, which is
designed to help you solve problems before
calling service.
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels
•k, DANGER
DANGER--Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or
death.
WARNING I
WARNING--Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe
personal injury or death.
CAUTION I
CAUTION--Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal
injury or product or property damage.
I WARNING I
To avoid electrical shock which car= cause severe personal injury or death_
follow basic precautions_ including the following:
•Unplug power cord or open household circuit breaker to refrigerator before installing kit. After
installing kit, reconnect power.
I CAUTION
To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage_ follow basic precautions_
including the following:
•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 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

About Your Ice Maker
How the Ice Maker Works
f,1Water t_lls the empty
cube mold when the
freezer has cooled
to freezing
temperature. Cold
air is forced directly
over t.be 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) _-,_==========================,_
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How to Use Your Ice Maker
I o start ice maker, lower feeler
arm to ton'position.
• Make sure ice storage
bin is below ice maker
and pushed back as
far as possible. _"->.
NOTE: Feeler arm must be free tOmove upward and
outward over ice storage bin for ice production Make
sUre packages in freezer compartment do not block
its movement.
I2Allow 24 hours after
approximately
Msta[lation to receive 17rst harvest of ice.
• Discard ice created within first 12 hours of
operation to verify system is flushed of
impurities.
Is it possible for the ice maker to overfill
the storage bin _. _ C
The feeler arm (C) senses when the _.,.........,/'
bm (SgPis full and swnals_the 1cemaker ' -----_-"_'_/'_i
to sto e'ectin_ cubes The mold " 1_7 #// i'
refills and freezes a new supply i _>( _i' !
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Once the f_eler ann senses mat more r7 --:..... _:: 7,_ /'
is needed, 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:
.Ice storage bin is removed, or is being cleaned.
.Refrigerator is not to be used fbr an extended time, such as
vacations. Also, turn off the water supply to the ice maker in
this instance.
. 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.
• The ice storage bin should be cleaned occasionally in warm
water. Be sure to put the icemaker feeler ann in the STOP (up)
position when cleaning the bin. Rinse and wipe dry.
• Check fbr spoiled or expired items and discard. Wrap all
odor-causing foods, or store fbods in tightly-sealed
containers to prevent odor reoccurance.
• Water filter (some models) may need to be replaced.
• In some cases, household water quality may need to be
checked, lfa water filter is desired, a water filter may be
ordered for some models. ContactAmana Consumer Affairs
for more information on your particular model.

Installing Your Ice
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WARNING I
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 ifthey 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 I
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 3/16"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.
Mateffals Needed
. 1/4"outer diameter flexible copper tubing
NOTE: AdO 8 to tubing iength needed to reach water supply for CreatiOn of se_iCe loop:
•Shut-off valve (requires a 1/4"hole to be drilled into water supply before valve attachment)
• Needle-nose pliers
• Adjustable wrench
• Flat-blade screwdriver
• ¼" hex nutdriver
• Water bucket
• Masking tape
CONTENTS OF IC-10S
Water tube
Ice makerwire harness
/
"P" clamp
Stainless
steel clip*
Small plastic [_
clip
Large plastic _
clip _L_
5/8"Ice maker ,gS>_
mountng
screws
Compression_:_
nut '_;_)
Sleeve /\
* some models

How to Prepare the Freezer Installing Your
Compartment
Ice Maker
baskets and shelves.
and replacement of freezer items.
Remove electrical and
water connection cover
from top left corner of
freezer section.
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• Remove screw from cover and
discard screw and cover.
Locate water tube inlet cover
on back of unit in uopper right
hand comez Pry off with tTat-
blade screwdriver
blade covered with
masking tape.
• Discard cover.
From back of refrigerator (A), use
screwdriver to pierce interior
sealing tape (13)
that covers the hole
for the water 1711tube _ z
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Cover end of 1711 tube (D)
with masking tape or small plastic
bag to avoid Msulation from
entering tube during
Msertion.
C
A
"Insert t7ll tube (D) into
water 1711tube inlet (C).
• If tube does not come
through the interior
freezer wall, use a pair
of needle-nose pliers to
pull tube through.
Insert 1711tube as illustrated. Press 17truly
inward while rotating clockwise 30 ° until
water line is vertical and 1711tube is locked
Mto back wall. i
• Pull on grommet to /_i rq
be sure that the fit {"i III
is tight. If tube comes \ i III
loose, repeat above _ i III
instructions. Q,_,
How to Mount the Water Valve
Assembly
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I Locate water valve
cover plate on back of !"
unit in lower left hand i1
corne_ Remove cover i
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plate with a _" hex
nut driver.
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Retain screw for later replacement.
Cut wire tie holding harness to cover plate. Take
care not to cut wires.
Plug harness from
inside machine
compartment onto
water valve
electrical terminals.
Tuck bottom
portion of valve
Mside machMe
fasten valve to
screw from L
Position valve water
line as illustrated and
secure with small plastic
clip located in ice maker
kit.
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Installing Your Ice Maker
How to Mount the Ice Maker Kit
Sh>thestainlesssteelch>*overii I
.thewaUofthe watercup. __1"........._,
Step not required for
ice makers with self-/ __,
positioning fill tube ....
.. opening. ""__4-_ / )
(2Screw 5is" ice maker mounting screws into_
I* holes provided in left wall of freezer section. I
/ - Leave head out approximately _:_)! _ (_1
| el8"for the slot in the icemaker _,/_,, /8"| H I
khanger to slip over the screws. 8 __j
_Dry mounting wall
_" thoroughly with towel #/¢///
before adding adhesive- _ _¢
backed harness J
clip as illustrated.
wire harness plug into
harness (A) to wall clip
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Tube must extend approximately Ya" -_//J
into water cup. //"
For ice makers with self-positioning t_ll tube
openin_ thread 1211tube t,brou_h hole into
tMpORTANE" Do not kink tubingand make sure that
tubing will not become easily dislodged. : .j
Insert remaining mounting
screw into bottom of ice
make6 and tighten down all
mounting screws.
Iconnection is comp ere.
k • Ice make should feel securely moufited. J6
_9 Replace baskets and shelves, and place ice_
storagebindirectl_undericemaker, l
I NormiCheck again to make sure the icemakerpower I
_ord is fully inserted into its outlet, j)
How to Connect the Water Supply
tubing and attach to unit
wit,_ "P" clamp to avoid
kinks in tubin_
A
I3 Locate water tubing clamp (C) _l C"
inkitandinstallwith'_"he:, _II
head screw. _l _
Place brass nut (D) and
sleeve (E) on copper
tube end as illustrated.
D E
Place end of copper tubing into
water valve inlet port. S,baDe
KINK-so that tubing
_Slide brass nut over sleeve and
"-" screw nut into inletport. _l 1
Tighten nut with wrenc,_, _ !_I
IMPORTANE" DO NOTovertighten: _ 1, [
.Cross thread,;qgmay occur _ JJ
Pull on tubing to contTrm __
connection is secure.
Connect tubing to frame with
water tubing clamp and turn
on water supply. Check for
leaks and correct, if present.
I _ Monitor water connection for 24 hours. "

Trouble Shooting
TOPIC POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Ice maker appears to have Ice maker arm is not in correct position Confirm ice maker arm is down. See Automatic Ice
stopped operating Maker section in your owner's manual for details.
Electrical power cord may not be plugged into Make sure plug from power cord fits tightly into
icemaker, or harness is not plugged into water wall outlet, or check that connection
valve.
The icemaker is not getting the necessary
supply of water. Make sure the water supply is connected and turned on. Check for kinks in the ¼" copper tubing. Remove kinks or
replace tubing if there are kinks.
Verify that refrigerator harness is plugged into water
valve.
Freezer temperature is too low 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 cubes are too small, The shutoff valve connecting the refrigerator to
the home water line may be clogged, Unclog it.
Small or hollow cubes Water utilizing devices in use elsewhere in house Avoid operating device such as dishwasher, washing m
machine or shower.
Ice cubes have odor/taste Ice stored for an extended period may absorb Discard old cubes. Use icemaker regularly.
odors which affect their taste.
Ice storage bin needs to be emptied and washed. Empty and wash ice storage bin.
Unsealed packages in the refirgerator ad/or Check seals on packages in freezer.
freezer compartments may be transmitting
odor/taste to ice cubes.
The interior of the refrigerator needs cleaning. See Odor Removal instructions in Care and Cleaning
Section.
Icemaker is not producing Ice maker arm is not in correct position Confirm ice maker arm is down. See Automatic Ice
ice Maker section in your owner's manual for details.
Household water supply is not reaching water Check water connection procedure in your Installation
valve. Instructions.
Copper or plastic tubing has kinks.
Water pressure is too low.
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 pounds
per square inch to function properly. A minimum pressure
of 35 pounds per square inch is recommended for units
with water filters.
Freezer temperature is too low.
Improper water valve was
installed.
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 Installation
Instructions. Self-piercing and shd' 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.
Electrical connection to water valve Check electrical connections to water valve coil and
coil and connector block may be loose, connector block on refrigerator cabinet.
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Trouble Shooting
TOPIC POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Icernaker is not producing
ice (some models)
(continued from previous
page)
Freezer section not operating at proper
temperature. Confirm that freezer section is operating at proper temperature. Adjust accordingly.
Ice maker is not producing Ice maker has just recently been installed or Wait 24 hours for ice production to begin and for ice
enough ice or ice is a large amount of ice has just been used. to restock after emptied.
malformed. Water pressure is too low. 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.
Freezer temperature is too low. 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.
Ice cubes stick together or Ice cubes have not been emptied. Empty ice cube bucket or trays more frequently. If used
"shrink". infrequently, ice cubes may stick together or shrink.
Ice forms in inlet tube to ice Water pressure is too low.
maker (some models).
Freezer temperature is too high
Plastic tubing was used to complete
water connection.
Water pressure is too low.
Unit is leaking water
Improper water valve was installed
Check water pressure. Low water pressure will cause
valve to leak. Self-piercing valves cause low water
pressure. Arnana recommends using a saddle valve.
Contact 1-800-843-0304 or an Arnana dealer for
availability. Do not use self-piercing valve. Arnana
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. Arnana is
not responsible for property damage due to irnporper
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 minimum 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.
Arnana is not responsible for property damage due to
improper installation or water connection.
#For more information on this and otherAmana
products, visit our Web site
www.amana.com
or
call ConsumerAffairs 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
• Begins at date of original purchase.
• Applies to product used within the United
States or in Canada if product has Canadian
Standards Association listing when shipped
from the factory.
• Service must be performed by an authorized
Amana ®technician.
Warranty Is Void If
• Product is used on a commercial, rental or
leased basis.
• 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.
• Product is improperly installed or used.
Owner's Responsibilities
• Provide proof of purchase (sales receipt).
•Provide normal care and maintenance.
Replace owner replaceable 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.
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Part No. 10527056 © 2001 Amana
Printed in U.S.A. 09/01 Amana, Iowa 52204