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Contents
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Introduction ................................................................. 2
SafetyInstructions ...................................................... 2
MaterialsRequired ...................................................... 2
ToolsRequired ............................................................ 2
Parts........................................................................... 3
Procedure ................................................................... 4
OperatingInstructions ................................................. 7
BeforeCallingForService ........................................... 7
Warranty ..................................................................... 8
Introduction
Recognize this symbol
as a safety precaution
CAUTION
Toavoid personalinjuryorproperty damage,observe
all safety instructions.
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.
• Dependingon 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
ServiceCenterorindependent authorized Amana
technician by calling 1-800-628-5782 insideU.S.A. and
1-319-622-5511 outside U.S.A. Service is at owner’s
expense.
A qualified engineer must connect ice maker in
accordance with these installation instructions. A qualified
engineermustfollowlocalelectrical and plumbing
connectionregulations.
Safety Instructions
WARNING
Toavoidelectricalshockwhich can cause severe
personalinjuryordeath,disconnectpowerto
refrigeratorbeforeinstallingkit.Afterinstallingkit,
connectpower.
CAUTION
Toavoid propertydamage,observe thefollowing:
• Confirmwaterpressuretowater valve is at least 138
Kilopascals.
• Start nuts by hand to avoid cross threading. Finish
tighteningnutsusinganadjustablewrench.Donot
overtighten.
• Checkcarefullyforwaterleakspriorto returning
refrigeratortonormallocation and 24 hoursafter
connection.
Materials Required
Important
• Before connecting ice maker, contact a plumber to
connectcopper tubing to household plumbing in
compliance with local codes and ordinances.
•Do not use self-piercing valve. Amana Appliances is
notresponsibleforpropertydamageduetoimproper
installationor water connection.
6mmflexiblecoppertubing*.
*Lengthofcoppertubingmustreachfrom water supply
connectionplusanadditional2meterfor service loop
behindrefrigerator. Tubingshould be softinsteadofrigid
andendsshouldbefree of burrs.
Tools Required
• 9.5 mm (3/8") Electric drill (ground fault protected)
• 9.5 mm(3/8") Drill bit
• 6.35 mm (1/4") Drill bit
• Centerpunch
• Hammer
• 6.35 mm (1/4") Hex nut driver
• 12.7mm(1/2")Open-endwrenches(2)
• Bucket
• Tightfittinggloves
• Putty knife
• Masking tape
• Pliers
• Screwdriver
• Slip joint pliers
• Towel
