KitchenAid 15-Inch Width Panel-Ready Ice Maker with Reversible Door Swing Use & Care Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Tools and Parts
TOOLS NEEDED:
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed 
here.
PARTS NEEDED: 
Custom Overlay Door Panel—See “Custom Panel Installation 
Instructions,” #8 x 
¹⁄₂" pan head wood screws (8)
PARTS SUPPLIED: 
Adhesive pads (4)
Custom Panel Dimensions
If you plan to install a custom overlay panel, you will need to make 
the panel yourself or consult a qualified cabinetmaker or 
carpenter. 
IMPORTANT: 
The thickness of the overlay panel must be 
³⁄₄" (1.91 cm).
Overlay panel must not weigh more than 8 lbs (3.62 kg).
Overlay panels weighing more than recommended may 
cause damage to your ice maker.
Match wood grain direction with that of adjacent cabinets.
Sand panel edges to provide a smooth finish.
Use moisture sealer on both sides and all edges of the 
panel to avoid damage from moisture.
Option 1 - Without Hinge-Side Spacer
To allow proper clearance for the door, prepare the custom 
overlay panel using the dimensions shown. 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING 
: 
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your ice maker, follow these basic
precautions
:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Disconnect power before cleaning.
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Use two or more people to move and install ice maker.
    
Cordless drill
Phillips screwdriver
Router or planer
Pencil
Masking tape
Tape measure
Towel or piece of 
cardboard
14
³³⁄₆₄
"
(36.9 cm)
29
³¹⁄₆₄
"
(74.9 cm)
¹⁄₄
"
(6.35 mm)
1¹⁄₄
"
(3.18 cm)
³⁄₄
"
(1.91 cm)
¹⁄₄
"
(6.35 mm)
1¹⁄₄
"
(3.18 cm)
³⁄₄
"
(1.91 cm)