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Ice-O-Matic KPU090 Pump Kit For GEMU090
| Manufacturer | Ice-O-Matic |
|---|---|
| Model Number | KPU090 |
| Manufacturer Part # | KPU090 |
| Weight | 8 lbs |
About this item
Product Details
Product Details
Put your GEMU090 where gravity drainage can’t do the job.
The Ice-O-Matic KPU090 converts a compatible GEMU090-series ice maker from gravity drainage to a pump-drain configuration. It gives you more installation flexibility when the approved building drain is above the machine outlet, including many slab-floor applications. Eligible purchases are backed by the IceMachinesPlus 30-Day Price Match Guarantee and may receive qualifying free shipping. For compatibility or availability help, call 1-877-900-4423.
This accessory moves wastewater from the ice machine to an approved drain. It doesn’t deliver incoming water, increase ice production, or correct an ice-making problem. Its value is straightforward: it can make a GEMU090 installation possible where proper gravity drainage isn’t available.
Confirm the complete drain plan before ordering.
| Check | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| Fit | Intended for compatible Ice-O-Matic GEMU090-series ice makers; confirm the complete model and serial number. |
| Purpose | Converts a compatible gravity-drain machine to a pump-drain configuration. |
| Lift | Supports a drain connection located as high as 10 feet above the ice machine. |
| Tubing | Includes 10 feet of clear discharge tubing. |
| Valve | Includes a check valve that helps prevent discharged water from flowing back through the hose. |
| Contents | Includes the pump and motor, switch assembly and bracket, wiring harness, drain tubing, stainless steel shield, clamps, screws, washers, and related hardware. |
| Drain | Still requires an approved building drain and any air gap required by local code. |
| Installation | Mounts inside the machine and requires internal plumbing, wiring, operational testing, and leak inspection. |
Confirm the full ice-machine model and serial number before purchasing. Ice-O-Matic identifies the KPU090 as the drain-pump kit for compatible GEMU090-series machines, but cabinet size or a similar drain arrangement doesn’t establish compatibility. Review the official Ice-O-Matic KPU090 product page if the machine’s identification is unclear.
Use a pump when gravity drainage isn’t practical.
A gravity drain works when the building drain is below the machine outlet and the tubing can maintain the slope, venting, and routing required by the manufacturer. In that setup, the optional pump generally isn’t necessary.
The KPU090 is designed for installations where wastewater must travel upward before reaching the approved drain. Ice-O-Matic allows the drain connection point to be located as high as 10 feet above the machine. This can make the GEMU090 practical for counters, finished floors, and slab installations that can’t provide a continuously descending drain line.
The kit doesn’t eliminate the need for a drain. Its discharge tubing must terminate at an approved drain receptacle, and local plumbing codes may require an air gap between the tube and the drain.
Plan the discharge route before installation.
The kit includes 10 feet of clear discharge tubing. Confirm that the supplied length can reach the planned drain connection while allowing a secure route without kinks, sharp bends, pinched sections, or strain on the pump outlet.
The integrated check valve helps prevent water remaining in the discharge hose from flowing back toward the pump. Keep the hose secure and accessible enough for inspection. The machine should also be movable for service without stretching or damaging its water and drain connections.
Have the conversion installed and tested correctly.
Installing the Ice-O-Matic KPU090 involves more than attaching an external hose. The procedure requires access inside the cabinet, removal of the existing drain connection, mounting of the pump and switch assembly, internal wiring-harness connections, tubing installation, and attachment of the protective shield.
A qualified service technician is the prudent choice for this work. Before installation, the bin must be emptied, the potable-water supply must be shut off, retained water must be drained, and the machine must be disconnected from electrical power according to the manufacturer’s procedure.
After assembly, the installer should pour water into the empty bin to activate the pump. Cycling on and off during this test can be normal because the pump may discharge water faster than water drains from the bin. The complete drainage system must then be checked for leaks, secure hoses, and proper flow before the cabinet panels are replaced and the ice maker returns to service.
Follow the current GEMU090 installation and owner’s manual for plumbing, electrical, startup, air-gap, and testing requirements. The manufacturer’s instructions and applicable local codes control the installation.
KPU090 drain pump FAQs
The Ice-O-Matic KPU090 is a practical solution when a compatible GEMU090 fits the space but the available drain can’t support gravity flow. Verify the machine model, drain height, discharge route, and local plumbing requirements before ordering so the accessory and installation site work together correctly.
View the compatible Ice-O-Matic GEMU090 Pearl Ice maker, or browse additional Ice-O-Matic ice-machine kits. For help confirming the correct accessory, call 1-877-900-4423.
