Service and Installation Manual
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Typical installation of ice storage bin
Connecting lock is attached to the upper rear edge of the ice storage bin. Close
the lock by hand to connect the ice machine and ice storage bin.
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To ensure proper ventilation for your ice maker, you need keep the sides of
the unit completely unobstructed.
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Choose a well-ventilated area with temperatures above 50ºF (10ºC) and
below 100ºF (38ºC). This unit MUST be installed in an area protected from
the elements, such as wind, rain, water spray or drips.
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The unit should not be located next to ovens, grills or other sources of high
heat.
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Installation of the ice maker requires a cold water supply inlet of 1/4
″
(6,35 mm) soft copper tubing with a shut-off valve.
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The ice maker requires a continuous water supply with a minimum pressure
of 15 psig and a static pressure not to exceed 80 psig. The temperature of the
water feeding into the ice maker should be between 41ºF (5ºC) and 90ºF
(32ºC) for proper operation.
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In general, it is always a good idea to filter the water. A water filter, if it is of
the
proper type, can remove taste and odors as well as particles.
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The ice maker must be installed with all electrical and water connections in
accordance with state and local codes.
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The ice maker and bin should be located on a firm and level surface. It is
important for the ice maker to be perfectly level for proper operation;
otherwise water may not flow properly through the evaporator (ice mold).
Ice production will be less than expected and operation will be noisy.
The feet of most bins can be rotated to adjust the height if necessary. Follow
instructions accompanying the bin you purchase.
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Interior Cleaning
Clean the water tank before the ice maker is used for the first time and reused
after stopping for an extended period of time. It is usually convenient to
sanitize the tank after the ice-making system has been cleaned and the ice
storage bin is empty. The ice storage bin should be sanitized occasionally.
Follow these steps to clean the tank and the bin:
1.
Switch off the unit.
NOTE: If there is some rest water in the water tank, just plug in and
through press the STANDBY followed by CLEAN button to drain out the
water. When the ice machine is in the Stand-by mode, unplug unit.
2.
Remove the front door of the ice maker before you remove the evaporator
cover.
3.
Using a sanitizing solution made of 1 ounce of household bleach or
chlorine and 2 gallons of hot water (95º to 115ºF), clean the water tank,
evaporator cover, body surface and the ice bin with a clean cloth. To clean
hard-to-reach corners, apply the sanitizing solution with a spray bottle.
4.
Rinse thoroughly with clear water. This completes the interior cleaning of
the ice maker and storage bin.
5.
Reconnect power to the unit, and install the evaporator cover.
6.
In Stand-by mode
,
press the CLEAN button, then press the STANDBY
button to drain completely.
7.
Perform Water Sprinkler Cleaning procedure as follows.
The ice scoop should be washed regularly. Wash it just like any other food
container.
Water Sprinkler Cleaning
When you find that the ice cubes are incompletely formed or the output of ice
cubes is low, the water sprinkler may be blocked. Press the STANDBY button
to power it off. Remove the front door of the ice maker. You will see the water
sprinkler on the top of evaporator. Rotate the sprinkler so that the holes in it
are facing up. Using a toothpick or similar tool, dredge the holes, then rotate
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