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Eskimo Ice Installation Manual - Self-Contained System INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
L-2448A ENGLISH 5
3. If needed, drill a 1/4" (6.4mm) air-vent hole where shown in Figure 1, page 4 for your type of hose route. Do not block
the air vent with insulation.
4. If there are any dips in the hose you may need to drill a 1/4" (6.4mm) hole in the hose for water relief. While the water
will not prevent ice flow, in low ambient conditions this water could freeze which would prevent ice delivery. Do not
block the hole with insulation.
5. Secure each hose end with double hose clamps so the hose will not get pulled out. In addition, PVC glue may also be
used at the thru-hull end.
6. Securely strap hose to bulkhead, keeping in mind that the hose will be much heavier once filled with ice. Be careful not
to kink, flatten, oval or crush hose, because any obstructions will prevent free flow of ice.
INSTALLING THE ICE-LEVEL SENSOR
To prevent overflow, this sensor stops ice production when the ice in the storage box reaches the level of the sensor. Use
Figure 2 below to determine placement for the ice-level sensor at the storage box location.
1. The sensor must be located below and to the side of the ice-delivery hole. Drill a 23/32" (19mm) hole for sensor.
2. Use the 2 lock nuts provided to secure sensor into the hole.
3. Use marine-grade sealant around the hole if desired. (Remember that the unit may have to be removed at some time.)
4. Route the cable to the auger unit and plug the end into the matching socket.
Figure 2: Location of Ice-Level Sensor (front view)
INSTALLING THE FEEDWATER SYSTEM
Feedwater for the auger unit should be fresh water supplied by the boat’s potable water system. The water reservoir has a float
switch to ensure the unit does not operate without a water supply.
Requirements
• Supplied feedwater must have a pressure of at least 15 PSI.
• The water system must be able to supply at least 4 GPH when the ice maker is operating.
• Install the in-line filter (supplied in kit) just prior to the auger unit to remove sediment which may clog the needle valve
in the water reservoir.
• Dometic recommends installing a shut-off valve in the feedwater line between the source and the filter to facilitate filter
changes.