Service Manual

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VI. Preparing the Appliance for Periods of Non-Use
NOTICE
• During extended periods of non-use, extended absences, or in sub-freezing
temperatures, follow the instructions below to reduce the risk of costly water
damage.
• To prevent damage to the water pump, do not leave the control switch in the
"WASH" position for extended periods of time when the water tank is empty.
During extended periods of non-use, extended absences, or in sub-freezing
temperatures, follow the instructions below. When the appliance is not used for two
or three days under normal conditions, it is su󰀩cient to move the control switch to the
"OFF" position.
1. Remove the water from the icemaker water supply line:
1) Remove the front panel.
2) Move the control switch to the "OFF" position.
3) Close the icemaker water supply line shut-o󰀨 valve and open the icemaker water
supply line drain valve. See Fig. 3.
4) Allow the icemaker water supply line to drain by gravity.
5) Attach compressed air or carbon dioxide supply to the icemaker water supply line drain
valve.
6) Move the control switch to the "ICE" position.
7) Blow the icemaker water supply line out using compressed air or carbon dioxide.