Gravity Drain For Ice Maker

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Gravity drain for ice maker.

Models uc 15i and uc 15io are gravity drain models which require a drain hose pitched down from the outlet at the back of the unit to the sanitary sewer connection. Gravity drains use the earth s gravity to remove water from your ice maker. The drain is a hose that comes out of the back of the unit and than can then go directly to a. Yes all ice machines need to drain melted ice.

This ice maker includes a stainless steel ice scoop drain line and water line. 15 inch built in freestanding outdoor ice maker with gravity drain stainless steel 1 999 99 only 2 left in stock order soon. Pump drains are not necessary for most built in ice makers but they are preferred for many models. Mgoyne the pump on my unit is external to the ice maker.

The gravity drain and pump uc 15i ice makers models are identical other than the following noted differences. The bottom of the ice maker is equipped with four leveling legs for a perfect fit. In addition you will need to make sure that the drain is no further than 12 inches away from the machine. Gravity drain models are supplied with a drain hose for gravity draining.

If you wish to use a gravity drain make sure that the drain is lower than the drain outlet of the ice maker thus the water will flow downhill using gravity.