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PREPARING THE ICE MACHINE FOR
STORAGE
If the ice machine is moved, not used for an extended
period of time, or will be in a area below 45°F (7.2°C), it
is necessary to remove the water from the ice making
system.
Step 1:
Clean the ice machine (refer to page 11.)
Step 2:
Drain and remove water from ice making system.
1. Turn off the water supply to the ice machine.
2. Disconnect the water supply fitting at the inlet of the water valve.
3. Switch the rocker switch to “CLEAN” for approximately 1 minute. This will energize and open the water valve
and remove most of the water from the water valve and the water valve’s outlet water line to the reservoir.
4. Switch the rocker switch to “OFF”. This will energize and open the drain valve to drain the reservoir and the
ice machine drain system.
5. Unplug the unit from the electrical outlet.
6. Remove the back panel from the rear of the unit.
7. Disconnect the water valve’s outlet water line to the reservoir and drain the remaining water left in the water
line trap area.
8. Reconnect the water valve outlet water line and tighten the compression nut to a watertight seal.
9. Reinstall the unit’s back panel.
10. Clean and dry the ice machine’s storage bin.
11. Prop the door open for air circulation to prevent mold and mildew.
12. Leave the water supply line disconnected or reconnect the supply line and leave it shut off.
DO NOT
turn the
water and allow water to enter back into the water valve.
STEP 3:
Drain water from optional drain pump, if applicable.
1. Remove the drain pump from the ice machine. (Refer to drain pump installation instructions).
2. Drain the water in the drain pump’s reservoir by running the pump upside down and allowing water to drain
through the pump’s inlet and vent tube fittings.
3. After all water is drained, reinstall the drain pump. Make certain all tubing is installed and all hose clamps are
tight. (Refer to drain pump installation instructions).
Step 4:
Restart the ice machine when ready for use.
1. With the rocker switch in the “OFF” position, plug the unit into an electrical outlet.
2. Reconnect or turn on the water supply line.
3. Reconnect drain tubing if removed.
4. Turn the rocker switch to the “ON” position.
5. Check the water inlet, drain lines, and fittings for any water leaks.
6. Check drain pump, (if applicable), operation by pouring approximately 2 quarts (1.9 L) of water into the ice
storage bin. The drain pump should activate and discharge water. (Refer to drain pump installation
instructions). Check for water leaks at all hose connections.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTION
Water keeps backing up
Drain pump tubing kinked or
Check inlet, discharge, and vent line tubing for
into ice bin (drain pump).
restricted
any kinks or restrictions and repair as needed.
Inlet screen to the drain pump is
Clean the inlet screen to the drain pump.
restricted.
Drain pump and/or the ice machine
Check and level the drain pump and the
are not level.
ice machine if necessary.
The drain pump cycles on Vent line to the drain pump is
Check the vent line for any restrictions or kinks
and off erratically.
restricted or kinked.
and repair as needed.
Discharge line is restricted or kinked.
Check the discharge line and connection to the desired
drain for any restrictions or kinks and repair as needed.
The drain pump is not level.
The drain pump must be level. Check for level on the
top of the drain pump case and adjust the tubing or use
shims to level.
CAUTION
This ice machine must have all water drained and removed to
prevent ice machine damages as well as possible water damage to
the surrounding area in freezing conditions. These damages are not
covered under warranty.
WARNING
Do not use any type of anti-freeze or other solutions as a
substitution for properly draining the ice machine.
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Stainless Steel Parts
All stainless steel parts should be wiped regularly with hot soapy water. Use a liquid cleaner designed for stainless
steel when soapy water will not do the job.
DO NOT USE
bleach, steel wool, abrasive cloths, cleansers, or powders.
Do not permit citrus or tomato juice to remain on stainless steel surfaces, as citric acid will permanently discolor
stainless steel.
NOTE:
Under rare conditions, such as an extremely salty environment, small amounts of rust may
accumulate on stainless steel parts. These small amounts of surface rust can easily be removed by apply Soft Scrub®
Gel to a damp sponge and wiping with the stainless steel grain. It is important to make sure you wipe with the grain for
the most efficient removal of surface rust.
Brass Parts
CAUTION:
All brass parts have an epoxy coating.
DO NOT USE BRASS OR ABRASIVE CLEANERS ON THE BRASS
PARTS.
All brass parts should be wiped regularly with hot soapy water. When hot soapy water will not do the job, use
every day non-abrasive household cleaners.
Door Gasket
The vinyl gasket may be cleaned with mild soap and water, a baking soda and water solution, or a mild scouring
powder.
Painted Surfaces
Wash with warm soapy water.
DO NOT USE
steel wool, abrasive cleansers, ammonia, acids or commercial oven
cleaners which may damage the finish.
The ice machine will regularly (at the very least, annually) need to be cleaned of this build-up, depending on use and
water hardness. You can use an acid such as one specified for ice machine cleaning or you can use citric acid to remove
the build-up. To clean the ice machine:
1. Switch the selector switch to the “OFF” position.
2. Remove the drain plug at the bottom of the reservoir to drain any
remaining water and then reinstall.
3. Remove the escutcheon panel.
4. Add cleaning solution to the reservoir.
NOTE:
Three quarts of water
will automatically be added to the reservoir. Therefore, cleaning
solution should not be diluted. Please follow manufacturer’s
instructions for mixing with 3 quarts of water.
5. Replace escutcheon panel and close door.
6. Switch selector switch on the grill of the machine to the clean position.
7. The cleaning cycle will end in 49 minutes. The cleaning cycle will automatically rinse the evaporator plate, drain the
cleaning solution, and rinse the components.
8. After the cleaning cycle has ended, remove the escutcheon panel again and check that build-up has been
removed. The evaporator plate should be clean, shiny, and smooth to the touch. If not and build-up is still visible,
repeat the cleaning cycle above. If build-up is removed, continue below.
9. Remove the distributor tube, hose clamp, hose and its rubber ends.
10. Thoroughly clean the inside of the distributor tube and the spray holes. You can use the same cleaning solution as
before and an old tooth brush to reach the inside of the distributor tube.
11. Reinstall the rubber end, hose, and hose clamp to the distributor tube and then reinstall the distributor tube to the
evaporator with the spray holes pointed to the bottom of the evaporator plate. Reinstall the escutcheon panel.
Your ice machine is now clean and sanitized. It can be placed back into operation by switching the selector switch to
the “ON” position. Please wait 48 hours for maximum ice production.
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CLEANING THE ICE MACHINE SYSTEM
Some impurities will remain and buildup in the ice machine and stick to the ice machine’s parts over time. This build-
up must be removed for proper ice production, ice quality, and ice machine life. Your ice machine is equipped with a
cleaning mode that will help in cleaning out these impurities.
WARNING
Read and follow manufacturer’s warnings on ice machine cleaner products.
