Summit BIM70 Manual
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NOTE: The drain hose should never be allowed to hang or loop higher than the bottom
of the ice storage bin.
of the ice storage bin.
3. All horizontal runs of drain lines must have a fall of ¼” per foot. An air gap will likely
be required between the ice maker drain hose and the drain/waste receptacle. A stand
pipe with a trap below it would be acceptable for the drain/waste receptacle. A floor drain
is also acceptable.
pipe with a trap below it would be acceptable for the drain/waste receptacle. A floor drain
is also acceptable.
4. Pour 1 gallon of water into the ice storage bin to check for leaks at all drain connections
and at the nut of the drain water hole. Tighten any connections or nuts that leak.
Installation Types
This ice maker has been designed for Mobile (free-standing), Enclosed (as under a cabinet)
or Built-in (sealed) installation, indoor or outdoor. In any case, there must be adequate air
space around the unit for proper ventilation. (See diagrams on page 8.)
or Built-in (sealed) installation, indoor or outdoor. In any case, there must be adequate air
space around the unit for proper ventilation. (See diagrams on page 8.)
Mobile installation:
A mobile installation will allow you to install the ice maker free-standing in any place you
desire provided you have access to a water supply. You must follow the stated instructions
for
A mobile installation will allow you to install the ice maker free-standing in any place you
desire provided you have access to a water supply. You must follow the stated instructions
for
a. Electrical requirements
b. Water supply
c. Leveling the ice maker
Enclosed Installation:
An enclosed installation will allow you to install the ice maker under a cabinet or inside a
kitchen cabinet provided the required clearance space around the ice maker is respected. This
installation has the same requirements as a mobile installation.
Built-in Installation:
If this method of installation is chosen, it will still be necessary to allow adequate ventilation
space around the unit. The following additional items must be observed.
1. Place ice maker in front of installation location. Remove the legs and place the unit flat
on the floor or on a platform depending on your installation requirements.
2. The water supply line must be plumbed before connecting to the ice maker.
3. Connect the drain hose.
4. Turn on main water supply and tap. Check for water supply connection leaks. Tighten
every connection (including connections at the water inlet).
5. If the electrical outlet for the ice maker is behind the cabinet, plug in the ice maker.
6. Push the ice maker into position.
7. Seal all around the cabinet to the floor with an approved caulking compound.