ELEVATION SERIES
CLEANING/SANITIZING PROCEDURES
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Cleaning Instruction for Ice-O-Matic CIM Series Ice Machines
Note: Proper cleaning of an ice machine requires two parts: descaling and sanitizing.
Descaling
should be scheduled at a minimum of twice per year but no more than once per month.
Descaling dissolves the mineral deposits on the evaporator and other surfaces. It removes scale, calcium, lime
scale and other mineral buildup. Ice-O-Matic requires a “nickel-safe” cleaner such as Nu-Calgon Nickel-Safe Ice
Machine Cleaner or equivalent diluted per manufacturer’s instructions. In addition, for CIM models revision 4
and higher, KAY
®
Delimer may also be used. At dilution, the chemical composition is citric acid 5-10%.
Sanitizing
should be performed after each descaling but no more than once per month.
Sanitizing disinfects the machine and removes microbial growth including mold and slime. Ice-O-Matic requires
a “nickel-safe” sanitizer such as Nu-Calgon IMS-III or equivalent diluted per manufacturer’s instructions. In
addition, for CIM models revision 4 and higher, KAY-5
®
Sanitizer may also be used.
Please refer to
for approved chemical formulations and proper pH balance.
CAUTION: Do not mix cleaner (descaler) and sanitizer together.
Eye protection is recommended when handling descaler or sanitizer.
Wear protective rubber gloves when handling descaler or sanitizer.
Note: Electrical power will be ON when performing the following cleaning instructions.
1. Remove all ice from storage means to prevent any contamination of ice in storage.
2. Remove the front panel of the ice machine by loosening the two front panel screws with a Phillips head
screwdriver. Lift panel to remove.
3. Press and hold the POWER button for 3 seconds to initiate a harvest cycle (blue light will begin to flash for
Manual Harvest mode). This ensures there is no ice on the plate and the water is emptied from the sump.
4. Once the ice machine has completed its harvest cycle, the POWER light will go to solid red (OFF mode).
5. Remove the upper evaporator cover and leave the lower curtain.
Power Button
Clean Button
Top Cover
Evaporator cover
(Slide up and Lift Off)
