KitchenAid 15'' Automatic Ice Maker, Architect® Series II Installation Guide

Before you move your ice maker into its final location, it is 
important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection:
A 115 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp electrical supply, 
properly grounded in accordance with the National Electrical 
Code and local codes and ordinances, is required. 
It is recommended that a separate circuit, serving only your ice 
maker, be provided. Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off 
by a switch or pull chain. 
IMPORTANT: If this product is connected to a GFCI (Ground Fault 
Circuit Interrupter) equipped outlet, nuisance tripping of the power 
supply may occur, resulting in loss of cooling. Ice quality may be 
affected. If nuisance tripping has occurred, and if the condition of 
the ice appears poor, dispose of it.

The ice maker must be grounded. The ice maker is equipped with 
a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. The cord 
must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type wall 
receptacle, grounded in accordance with the National Electrical 
Code and local codes and ordinances. If a mating wall receptacle 
is not available, it is the personal responsibility of the customer to 
have a properly grounded, 3 prong wall receptacle installed by a 
qualified electrician.

Check that the water supply lines are insulated against freezing 
conditions. Ice formations in the supply lines can increase water 
pressure and damage your ice maker or home. Damage from 
frozen supply lines is not covered by the warranty.
A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and 
120 psi (207 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the ice maker. If 
you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, 
qualified plumber.

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A reverse osmosis water filtration system is not recommended 
for ice makers that have a drain pump installed. 

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For gravity drain systems only. 

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The pressure of the water supply coming out of a reverse 
osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the ice maker 
needs to be between 30 and 120 psi (207 and 827 kPa).

If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your 
cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis 
system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa).
NOTE: The reverse osmosis system must provide 1 gal. (3.8 L) of 
water per hour to the ice maker for proper ice maker operation. If 
a reverse osmosis system is desired, only a whole-house capacity 
reverse osmosis system, capable of maintaining the steady water 
supply required by the ice maker, is recommended. Faucet 
capacity reverse osmosis systems are not able to maintain the 
steady water supply required by the ice maker. 
If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than 
40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa):

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Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse 
osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.

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Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill 
after heavy usage.

If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, 
qualified plumber.

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When you will not be using the ice maker for an extended 
period of time, turn off the water and power supply to the ice 
maker.

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Check that the water supply lines are insulated against 
freezing conditions. Ice formations in the supply lines can 
increase water pressure and cause damage to your ice maker 
or home. Damage from freezing is not covered by the 
warranty.

Read all directions before you begin.
IMPORTANT:

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Plumbing shall be installed in accordance with the 
International Plumbing Code and any local codes and 
ordinances.

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Use copper tubing or Whirlpool supply line, Part Number 
8212547RP, and check for leaks.

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Install tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain 
above freezing.

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation: 

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Flat-blade screwdriver

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⁷⁄₁₆" and ¹⁄₂" open-end wrenches or two adjustable wrenches

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¹⁄₄" nut driver

NOTE: Do not use a piercing-type or

 ³⁄₁₆" (4.76 mm) saddle valve 

which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

1. Turn off main water supply. Turn on nearest faucet long 

enough to clear line of water.

2. Using a 

¹⁄₂" copper supply line with a quarter-turn shutoff valve 

or the equivalent, connect the ice maker as shown.