MAYTAG W11518243B MODULAR ICE MAKER KIT GUIDE

MAYTAG W11518243B MODULAR ICE MAKER KIT GUIDE

Important Information

• This Installation Guide gives you complete instructions on how to install the Ice Maker Kit in your refrigerator-freezer and connect a water line to it. Please read the guide thoroughly and follow the instructions exactly as described. Also, make sure that you observe all of the “safety” instructions.
• IMPORTANT: A qualified service technician must install the water line and ice maker.
• Before you start to install your Ice Maker Kit, you will have to purchase a copper tubing kit that contains a “Regular Valve and Clamp Assembly” (for refrigerators with an automatic ice maker, or self-filling trays). The kit contains all of the hardware necessary to connect your ice maker to the water supply. You can purchase one at most hardware or plumbing supply stores.

NOTE: Do not use piercing-type, or 3/16″ shut-off valves. They reduce the flow of water to the ice maker and are easily clogged. Do not use polyethylene tubing to connect the ice maker to the water line. Use only 1/4″ (O.D.) copper tubing.

Before You Begin

Tools
Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

1. Regular screwdriver
2. Phillips screwdriver
3. 7/16″ and 1/2″ open-end wrenches (or an adjustable wrench)
4. Pliers
5. 1/4″ nut driver
6. Level
7. Ruler
8. Electric screwdriver

Installation notes
For each set of steps shown, refer to the diagram immediately beside or below the text for clarification. Some illustrations may contain labels A, B, or C, which are referenced in associated steps. Some illustrations also contain “DETAILS.” DETAILS are contained in bubbles alongside the larger illustration. Install the parts as instructed in each step and the corresponding illustration.

Components
Remove the contents from the shipping carton and set them on a table where they can be easily identified and located. Do not discard any of the packing material until all required parts are identified.

Installing the Ice Maker

Making preparations

1. Pull the refrigerator away from the wall so that you can easily access the rear panel.
2. Unplug the Refrigerator or disconnect the power.
3. Open the freezer door and remove all of the food items from inside the freezer compartment.
4. Remove all baskets, shelves, ice cube trays, and the ice cube tray holder (if necessary, refer to your User Guide for the procedure). Set these items aside. NOTE: The work areas are shown below.
   
5. Remove the water connection cover from the back freezer wall by inserting a flat-blade screwdriver into each of the slots on the face of the cover and prying it off.
   
6. If present, locate the tube inlet sticker on the back of the unit and remove it. Cut through any tape under the sticker.
7. Insert the fill tube through the hole in the back of the unit with the spout facing down.
   
8. Install the water line cover over the fill tube using two of the 5/8″ screws provided in the kit. An electric screwdriver may be used.

Mounting the Water Valve
NOTE: When using this kit to replace an existing ice maker or valve, the new valve, and the new ice maker from this kit must both be used.

1. Remove valve cover screw (A) using 1/4″ nut driver. Retain screw. Detach the harness from the inner side of the cover by removing the clip. Discard cover.
   
2. Remove 6-9 screws (B) from rear panel. Remove strain relief from slot (C). Remove panel.
3. Locate the 2-pin water valve connector inside the machine compartment. Determine which of the two included water valves has the appropriate connection to mate with this connector. Discard the other water valve.
   
4. Insert the top of the valve chosen in step (3) through a slot in the rear panel, then rotate so the bracket is flat against the panel.
   
5. Assure the water valve bracket is placed into the retainer tab (A) and secure to the panel with screw (B) removed in step 1.
   
6. Slide the water line guide into the rear panel slot below the valve, as shown in the illustration.
   
7. Insert the water line from the fill tube into the water line guide opening. Loop tube under the bottom of rear panel and insert into water valve nozzle. NOTE: Make sure the tube is fully inserted into the valve, past the first marking on the tube.
   
8. Pull excess water line tubing taut against the U-channel (A) in the water line guide.
   
9. Snap plastic shield over water valve nozzle.
   
10. Plug the connector from the refrigerator machine compartment into the connector/terminals on the water valve.
11. Insert the strain relief clip-on the power cord back into the slot in the rear panel and reinstall the panel using the 6-9 screws removed in step 2 (refer to the illustration in step 2 for screw locations B and strain relief location C).
12. Secure excess water line tubing to the cabinet with small plastic adhesive clip included in the ice maker kit. Position clip (A) approximately halfway between the fill tube and the valve.

Mounting the Ice Maker

NOTE: When using this kit to replace an existing ice maker or valve, the new valve, and the new ice maker from this kit must both be used.

1. Screw two 5/8″ ice maker mounting screws into the upper holes present in the left wall of the freezer section. Leave the head out approximately 3/8″ for the slot in the icemaker hanger to slip over the screws. Remove Phillips screw (A) if present and discard.
   
2. Determine which of the two provided jumper harnesses mates with the connector housing in the back of your freezer. A 5-pin housing requires the jumper with the matching 5-pin plug (A). A 4-pin housing requires the jumper with the matching 4-pin plug (B)
   
3. Connect the jumper chosen in step 2 to the harness on the ice maker. Confirm the locking fingers snap into place. Route the jumper over the guide (A) and through the wire clip (B) on the side of the ice maker.
   
4. Connect the other end of the jumper to the housing in the back of your freezer, making sure the locking fingers snap in place.
5. Slide ice maker hangers over screws. IMPORTANT: Make sure the top of each screw touches the bottom of the hanger on the ice maker (see illustration). This ensures the ice maker is oriented correctly.
   
6. Tighten down top mounting screws, making sure the hangers remain flush against the screws as the screws are tightened. Insert the remaining mounting screw into the bottom of the ice maker and tighten. Note: The top front screw is slightly lower than the rear screw, so the ice maker should tilt slightly so that water flows from the fill cup.
   
7. Confirm water fill tube is aligned with the fill cup on the ice maker. If needed, loosen the mounting screws to correct the alignment of the ice maker with the fill tube, then repeat steps 5-6.
   
8. Route ice maker wire harness and jumper away from moving parts and fill tube. Confirm the bail arm can move freely between the lowered and horizontal positions.
   
9. Install the air diverter by inserting 2 tabs into openings (A) in the freezer air grille then snapping the clip into the slot (B).
   
10. If your ice maker has an ON / OFF rocker switch, flip the switch to the OFF (O) position until the water connection is complete.
    
11. If your ice maker does not have a rocker switch, raise the wire shut-off arm to the OFF (up) position until the water connection is complete.

Connect the Water Supply

• Connect to potable water supply only.
• Plumbing must be installed in accordance with the International Plumbing Code and any local codes and ordinances.
• Copper and PEX tubing connections from the household water line to the refrigerator are acceptable and will help avoid off-taste or odor in your ice or water. Check for leaks.
• If PEX tubing is used instead of copper, we recommend the following part numbers: W10505928RP (7 ft [2.14 m] jacketed PEX), 8212547RP (5 ft [1.52 m] PEX), or W10267701RP (25 ft [7.62 m] PEX).
• Install tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain above freezing.

Tools Needed:
Gather the required tools and parts before starting the installation:

• Flat-blade screwdriver
• 7/16″ and 1/2″ open-end wrenches or 2 adjustable wrenches
• 1/4″ nut driver

IMPORTANT:
If you have turned the refrigerator on before the water was connected, turn off the ice maker.

1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power.
2. Turn off the main water supply. Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to reduce water pressure in the water line.
3. Use a quarter-turn shut-off valve or the equivalent, served by a 1/2″ household supply line.
   NOTE: To allow sufficient water flow to the refrigerator, a minimum A 1/2″ (12.7 mm) size household supply line is recommended.
   
4. Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing to the shut-off valve. Use 1/4″ (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) soft copper tubing to connect the shut-off valve and the refrigerator.
5. Ensure that you have the proper length needed for the job. Be sure both ends of the copper tubing are cut square.
6. Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut onto copper tubing as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw the compression nut onto the outlet end with an adjustable wrench. Do not over-tighten.
   
7. Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink and turn on the main water supply to flush out the tubing until the water is clear. Turn off the shut-off valve on the water pipe. NOTE: Always drain the water line before making the final connection to the inlet of the water valve to avoid possible water valve malfunction.
8. Bend the copper tubing to meet the water line inlet, located on the back of the refrigerator cabinet as shown. Leave a coil of copper tubing to allow the refrigerator to be pulled out of the cabinet or away from the wall for service.

Connect to Refrigerator

Follow the connection instructions specific to your model.

1. Remove the plastic cap from the water valve inlet port. Attach the copper tubing to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not over tighten. Confirm copper tubing is secure by pulling on copper tubing.
2. Create a service loop with the copper tubing. Avoid kinks when coiling the copper tubing. Secure copper tubing to the rear panel with a “P” clamp, using the original screw in the panel slot above the valve.
   
3. Turn on the water supply to the refrigerator and check for leaks. Correct any leaks.

REFERENCE LINK

https://www.maytag.com/