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VI. Preparing the Icemaker for Periods of Non-Use
NOTICE
When storing the icemaker for an extended time or in sub-freezing temperatures,
follow the instructions below to prevent damage.
When the icemaker is not used for two or three days under normal conditions,
it is sufficient to only move the power switch to the "OFF" position. When storing
the icemaker for extended time or in sub-freezing temperatures, follow the
instructions below.
1) Close the icemaker water supply line shut-off valve and open the icemaker water supply
line drain valve.
2) Remove the louver and air lter, then move the control switch to the "DRAIN" position.
Allow the water system to drain for 5minutes.
3) Dispense all of the ice from the storage bin.
4) Attach a compressed air or carbon dioxide supply to the icemaker water supply line
drain valve.
5) While engaging the water dispense switch, blow out the water dispense valve using the
compressed air or carbon dioxide supply. After blowing out the water dispense valve,
leave the compressed air or carbon dioxide supply owing. Move the control switch to
the "ICE" position to open the inlet water valve and briey blow out the inlet water valve.
After blowing out the inlet water valve, move the control switch to the "OFF" position.
6) Close the icemaker water supply line drain valve.
7) Move the power switch to the "OFF" position, then unplug the icemaker from the
electrical outlet.
8) Remove the storage bin cover. Clean the storage bin liner and the storage bin cover
using a neutral cleaner. Rinse thoroughly after cleaning. Replace the storage bin cover,
front panel, air lter, and louver in their correct positions.
Power
Switch
Fig. 4
Control
Switch