ice maker installation - Maxx Cold Food Service
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1. AS AAA 17 Preparing the ice maker for long storage 2 17 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 18 22 Exterior a 18 19 Interior cleaning rasete e 19 19 Water distribution tube cleaning 2 2 20 Teeamaking 5 20 21 ControlPanel ERS 21 22 MAJOR FUNCTIONS 22 TROUBLESHOOTING nta 23 24 Asbury Foodservice reserves the right make changes in specifications and design without prior notice ICE MAKER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance Always read and obey all safety messages This is the Safety Alert Symbol This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can injure or kill you and others All safety messages will follow the Safety Alert Symbol and either the words DANGER WARNING OR CAUTION DANGER means that failure to heed this safety statement may result severe personal injury or death WARNING means that failure to heed this safety statement may result in extensive2. 50 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ENERGY STAR MAXX ICE TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SAFETY 3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 4 5 TECHNICAL INFORMATION 6 INTRODUCTION 6 COMPONENT LOCATIONS 7 IGE MAKER INS TAIL ATION 8 15 Unpacking 8 Location requirements 8 9 Electrical requirements 10 11 Leveling the ice Maker AAAS AAAS 1 Reversing the door 12 Walter supply MAS 13 Drai 13 14 Installation types 14 15 OPERATION EA 15 17 Final check list before operation 2 es 15 Operating method 15 16 How the machine makes ice 2 16 How the machine uses the water 2 16 17 Normal
3. plain piece of copper tubing attach a compression union to the tubing and remove the nut 4 Connect the nut of the water supply hose to the tap and connect the other end with the water inlet Tighten firmly by hand then one half turn with wrench 5 Turn on main water supply and tap Check for water supply connection leaks Tighten every connection including connection at the water inlet NOTE When you connect the water supply hose and the drain hose pay attention to the indications of Water inlet and Drain outlet on the machine Drain You must connect the drain line before using the ice maker The Dual Drainage feature of earlier models has been modified to simplify the drainage procedure Follow the steps outlined below Connecting the drain line NOTE If there is a drain line near the ice maker the best choice to drain water to the drain line is through the drain water hose provided with ice maker 1 Locate the floor drain near the ice maker The distance should be less than 5 feet since the length of the long drain water hose provided with the ice maker is about 5 feet 2 Find the drain outlet on the back of ice maker take off the rear drainage plug Connect the nut of the drain outlet to the water draining hose insert the other end of the hose 13 into the drain line NOTE Never allow the drain hose to hang or loop higher than the floor of the ice storage bin 3 All horizontal runs of d
4. ice maker the front of the unit must be completely unobstructed Choose a well ventilated area with temperatures above 50 F 10 C and below 100 F 38 C This unit MUST be installed in an area protected from the elements such as wind rain water spray or drips The ice maker should not be located next to ovens grills or other sources of high heat The ice maker must be installed with all electrical and water connections in accordance with state and local codes A standard electrical supply properly grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances is required Do not kink or pinch the power supply cord between the ice maker and cabinet The fuse or circuit breaker size is rated at 15 amperes 4 e It is important for the ice maker to be leveled in order to work properly Otherwise water may not flow properly through the evaporator ice mold The ice production will be less than normal You may need to make several adjustments to level it All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements Make certain that hoses are not pinched kinked or damaged during installation Check for leaks after water line is connected storage the first batch of cubes must be discarded Remove the packing materials and clean the ice maker before using Turn on the water supply tap before switching on the ice maker Never turn the water supply tap off when the ice maker is working e Ex
5. Cleaner Solution into the water trough Then press the ON OFF switch and the CLEAN button initiating the wash cycle The machine will run in the Automatic Clean Mode 4 Allow 30 minutes for proper cleaning After cleaning press the ON OFF switch again Use a drain hose on the front of the water trough to drain off the waste water to a convenient container NOTE Don t drain off the waste water to the inside of the cabinet 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 without Ice Maker Cleaning Solution three times to rinse the ice making system thoroughly e NOTE Ice Maker Cleaner Solution in the water bin during the rinse is not needed WARNING The ice machine cleaner contains acids DO NOT use or mix with any other solvent based cleaner products Use rubber gloves to protect hands Carefully read the material safety instructions on the container of the ice machine cleaner Discard the first batch of ice produced after cleaning 1 a sanitizing solution made of 1 ounce of household bleach and 2 gallons of hot water 95 to 115 F Wipe the entire bin inside and outside covering the entire surface of the walls 2 Fill a spray bottle with the sanitizing solution and spray all corners and edges making sure to cover all surfaces with the solution 3 Allow the solution to be in contact for at least 3 minutes then dry 4 Repeat steps to 5 with the sanitizing solution of step 6 replacing the Nickel Safe ice maker cleaner solution a
6. always be plugged into its own dedicated electrical outlet It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your ice maker be provided Use receptacles that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain The fuse or circuit breaker size should be 15 amperes Recommended grounding method For your personal safety this appliance must be grounded This appliance is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug To minimize possible shock hazard the cord must be plugged into a mating 3 pronged and grounding type wall receptacle grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances If a mating wall receptacle is not available it is the personal responsibility of the customer to have a properly grounded 3 prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician Leveling the ice maker It is important for the ice maker to be leveled in order to wok properly Otherwise water will not flow properly through the evaporator ice mold The ice production will be less than normal and may be noisy The unit can be raised or lowered by rotating the plastic sheaths around each of the four rolling casters on the bottom of the machine If you find that the surface is not level rotate the casters until the ice maker becomes level You may need to make several adjustments to level it We recommend using a carpenter s level to check the machine 1 Place a carpen
7. 3 The different colors of the LED display indicate various work modes 4 sensitive probe and accurate timer enhance the performance of the ice maker 5 Acompressor protection system is built in 22 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service If the unit appears to be malfunctioning read through the OPERATION section of this manual first If the problem persists check the Troubleshooting Guide on the following pages Some of the problems mentioned in the Guide can be solved easily without a service call Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Cause Probable Correction The machine doesn t operate The ice maker is unplugged The fuse is blown Plug the ice maker in Replace fuse If it happens again call for service to check for a short circuit in the unit The ice maker power button is set at OFF Switch the ice maker power button to ON The ice storage bin is full of ice Remove some ice cubes Be sure the ice full probe is free of ice The water doesn t feed in after the machine starts The water supply tap is turned off The water supply pipe is not properly connected Turn on the water supply tap Reconnect the water supply pipe Machine makes ice but bin does not fill up with ice Water is leaking out of the unit Cubes are partially formed or are white on the bottom The condenser may be dirty Clean the condenser The air flow to the i
8. a site where the ambient temperature is between 50 F 10 C and 100 F 38 C and the water temperature between 41 F 5 C and 90 F 32 C all year round Has the water supply pressure been checked to ensure a minimum of 15 psig with a static pressure not to exceed 80 psig Is there a clearance of at least 4 102 mm at the rear and 1 25 mm at top and sides for proper air circulation Has the power supply voltage been checked or tested against the nameplate rating And has proper grounding been installed in the ice maker Is the ice maker plugged in 10 Have you turned on the main water supply and tap 11 Have you checked for leaks at all water supply connections Operating method 1 Turn on the water tap let the water trough fill then press the ON OFF button on the front panel The ice maker will start working automatically Ice making stage Ice harvest stage Bin full stage 15 2 After 3 minutes the machine will automatically go to the ice making stage and the sound of water flowing will be heard 3 When the batch of ice has been fully formed ice will automatically be harvested to the ice storage bin 4 When the ice storage bin is full the sheet of cubes will not fall completely and will hold the bin full probe open The machine stops making ice automatically 5 The unit will start making ice again after the ice cubes are removed Then the bin full probe swings back to operating posi
9. ater The ice maker begins with a fixed charge of water that is contained in the water trough As the water flows to the freezing evaporator surface the portion of water that does not contain mineral impurities freezes and sticks to the ice cube molds The water containing impurities falls back into the water trough During the ice making process fresh water 16 enters into the water trough continuously as the water in trough freezes continuously in the evaporator Evaporator Water pump Water inlet 11 Compressor Fan motor Condenser Normal sounds Your new ice maker may make sounds that are not familiar to you Most of the new sounds are normal Hard surfaces like the floor and walls can make the sounds louder than they actually are The following list describes the sounds that might be new to you and what may be causing them e Rattling noises may come from the flow of the refrigerant or the water line Item stored on top of the ice maker can also make noises e The high efficiency compressor may make a pulsating or high pitched sound e Water running may make a splashing sound e You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan e During
10. ce maker may be obstructed Check the installation The ambient temperature and water temperature are high or unit is near some heat source Some water falls to the floor when you open the door to remove ice from storage bin Check the installation Normal condensation on the door or some water together with ice Take care when you take out ice Water supply connection is leaking Tighten fitting See Connecting the water line Drain pipe higher than drain outlet Not enough water in the water trough Lower drain pipe Check if the water supply pressure is below 15 psig Check water supply or filter may be restricted Check for a water leak at the water trough 23 Noise during operation The feet are not leveled and locked Level and lock the feet See Leveling the Ice Maker Certain sounds are normal See Normal Sounds The ice maker stops The electricity is off Reconnect the power supply line The room temperature is out Cut off the electricity and leave the ice maker disconnected until the temperature suddenly while of the stated range is returns to within the stated range making ice The ice storage bin is full of Remove some cubes make sure the ice ice full probe is free of ice The body of the ice The ground line isn t in the Use a socket meeting the grounding maker is electrified sock
11. cept to take ice from the unit keep the door closed in order to reduce ice melting and to promote proper ice formation If the ice maker will not be used for a long time before the next use it must be thoroughly cleaned Follow carefully any instructions provided for cleaning or use of sanitizing solution Do not leave any solution inside the ice maker after cleaning e Do not touch the condenser fins they are sharp and can be easily damaged DO NOT use solvent based cleaning agents or abrasives on the interior These cleaners may transmit taste to the ice cubes or damage or discolor the interior e The ice machine cleaner contains acids Do not use or mix with any other solvent based cleaners products Use rubber gloves to protect hands Carefully read the safety instructions on the container of the ice machine cleaner e Do not use the apparatus other than for its intended purpose SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Connection Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord For personal safety this appliance must be properly grounded The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3 prong grounding plug that mates with a standard 3 prong grounding wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from the appliance Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded When a standard 2 prong wall outlet is encount
12. chnical data and performance index listed above should be used for reference only They are subject to change The actual quantity of ice produced per day can vary with room and water conditions INTRODUCTION The Maxx Ice 50 Ice Maker produces hard crystal clear gourmet cube and offers convenience for homeowners and hotel guests An insulated ice storage bin is built in In addition you have the option of using an internal or external drainage system This user s manual is intended as a resource for persons installing using and servicing the Model 50 It contains valuable information on safety and maintenance Maxx Ice strongly recommends that this manual be kept in a place where it can be accessed when needed The MIM series ice maker is designed and manufactured according to the highest standards of safety and performance It meets or exceeds the safety standard of UL563 and sanitation standard of NSF12 Asbury Foodservice assumes no liability or responsibility of any kind for products manufactured by Maxx Ice that have been altered in any way including the use of any parts and or other components not specifically approved by Asbury Foodservice or Asbury Service Warranty amp Parts Maxx Ice reserves the right to make design changes and or improvements at any time Specifications and designs are subject to change without notice COMPONENT LOCATIONS Water distribution tube Doo Evaporator
13. e judged from the status of the yellow LEDs Ice Size Adjustment Guide 1 Press and hold the Adjust button for at least 3 seconds The unit will enter the Ice Size Adjustment mode The HARVEST LED yellow will be blinking continuously during the ice size adjustment Release the button when the LED blinks continuously to adjust the ice size 2 While in the Ice Size Adjustment mode press the Clean button or the Mode button for the desired ice size Smaller ice setting 21 By pressing the Clean button you can decrease the size of the cubes The ICE LED green will flash as you lower the ice size and will finally be blinking at the setting of smallest ice size Larger ice setting By pressing the Mode button you can increase the size of the ice cubes The BIN FULL LED red will flash as the larger size is set and will blink when the setting of largest ice size has been reached After 10 seconds without any operation the unit will return to the previous mode NOTE During the ice size adjustment the BIN FULL ICE and HARVEST LEDS blinking all at once indicate that the unit is in the default factory setting of the ice size MAJOR FUNCTIONS 1 The operating procedure is completely automatic 2 When the ice storage bin is full of ice cubes the machine stops making ice automatically It starts making ice again after ice cubes are removed
14. ensure proper ventilation for your ice maker the front of the unit must be completely unobstructed When installing the ice maker under a counter follow the recommended spacing dimensions shown Allow at least 4 102 mm clearance at rear 1 25 mm at top and sides for proper air circulation The installation should allow the ice maker to be pulled forward for servicing if necessary Choose a well ventilated area with temperatures above 50 F 10 C and below 100 F 38 C This unit MUST be installed in an area protected from the elements such as wind rain water spray or drips The unit should not be located next to ovens grills or other high heat sources Installation of the ice maker requires cold water supply inlet of 1 4 in 6 35mm soft copper tubing with a shut off valve 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 41 F 5 C and 90 F 32 C for proper operation Normal operating ambient temperature should be between 50 F 10 C to 100 F 38 C Normal operating water temperature should be between 41 F 5 C and 90 F 32 C Operation of the ice maker for extended periods out side of these normal temperature ranges may affect production capacity It is strongly recommended that a water filter be used A filter if it is of the prop
15. er button gently take out the water distribution tube locate the holes in the distribution tube and use a pointed object such as a toothpick to dredge the holes Then put the water distribution tube back to its original position If the tube is badly blocked clean it as follows 1 Shut off the water supply 2 Disconnect the water hose from the distribution tube 19 3 Gently take out the distribution tube 4 With a brush clean the tube with a dilute solution of warm water and a mild detergent such as dishwashing liquid After removing the dirt and lint from the surface rinse the tube with clean water 5 Replace the distribution tube 6 Reconnect the water supply Ice making system cleaning and sanitizing Minerals that are removed from the water during the freezing cycle will eventually form a hard scaly deposit in the water system Cleaning the system regularly helps remove the mineral scale buildup How often to clean the system depends upon how hard your water is or how effective your filtration may be With hard water of 15 to 20 grains gal 4 to 5 grains liter you may need to clean the system as often as once every 6 months 1 Make sure that all the ice is off the evaporator If ice is being formed wait until the cycle is completed then press the machine s ON OFF switch on the control panel 2 Remove all ice from the storage bin 3 Keep the ice maker connected to the water supply Pour 8 oz of Nickel Safe Ice Maker
16. er type can remove taste and odors as well as particles Some water is very hard and softened water may result in white mushy cubes that stick together Deionized water is not recommended The ice maker must be installed with all electrical and water connections in accordance with all state and local codes The unit should be located on a firm and level surface It is important for the ice maker to be leveled in order to work properly If needed you can adjust the height of the ice maker by revolving the caster See the Leveling the Ice Maker section A standard electrical supply 115V AC only 60Hz 15A properly grounded in accordance with the National accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances is required IMPORTANT Do not kink or pinch the power supply cord between the icemaker and wall or cabinet Electrical requirements __MDAI lt Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Never remove the ground prong from the plug Never use an adapter Never use an extension cord Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire electrical shock or death Before you move your ice maker into its final location it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection 10 A standard electrical supply properly grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances is required The ice maker should
17. ered it is your responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong wall outlet The ice maker should always be plugged into its own dedicated electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating label on the appliance This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires Never unplug your ice maker by pulling onthe power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end When moving the ice maker be careful not to damage the power cord Extension Cord Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions it is strongly recommended that you do not use an extension cord with this ice maker Although the unit has been tested and cleaned at the factory due to long term transit and TECHNICAL INFORMATION Model 50 Electrical power 115 60Hz Power consumption 12 2 kWh 100 165 of ice Ice making harvest rated current 3 0A 3 6A Refrigerant R134a 3 17 oz High Low side pressure 350 psig 130 psig Width x depth x height 14 x 23 x 330 Unit weight 84 165 Maximum ice storage 25 165 Ice making capacity 50 lbs day Ice shape cube Ice cube dimensions 3 4 3 4 x 1 The te
18. et requirements Scaling occurs frequently inside the machine The hardness level of the water is too high Install a water softening device in front of the water inlet Water leaks from the ice storage bin The drainhole below the ice storage bin is blocked Remove the ice storage bin and clean the drainhole The drain hose is kinked or improperly placed higher than the floor of the ice storage bin Check the drain hose to be sure water can be drained out unhindered 24 2222 3355 Enterprise Avenue Suite 160 Weston Florida 33331 Tel 954 202 7419 Fax 954 202 7337
19. he same requirements as a mobile installation Built in installation If this method of installation is chosen it will still be necessary to allow adequate ventilation space around the unit The following additional items must be observed 1 Place ice maker in front of installation location Remove the feet and place the unit flat on the floor or on a platform depending on your installation requirements 2 The water supply line must be plumbed before connecting to the ice maker 3 The drain line must be connected If you do not have a floor drain you will require a condensation pump 4 Turn on main water supply and tap Check for water supply connection leaks Tighten 14 5 6 every connection including connection at the water inlet If the electrical outlet for the ice maker is behind the cabinet plug in the ice maker Push the ice maker into position Seal all around the cabinet to the floor with an approved caulking compound NOTE Be sure the drain hose is connected and fed into the drain line before the ice maker is moved into its final position OPERATION Final Check List prior to Operation 1 9 Have all packing materials tape been removed from the interior and exterior of the ice maker Do you clean the ice storage bin Have the installation instructions been followed including connecting the machine to water drain and electricity Has the machine been leveled Is the ice maker in
20. ice mold Water trough Float Ice storage bin Caster Control panel Front louver panel Ice scoop Power cord Water inlet Drain outlet Water supply hose Drain hose ICE MAKER INSTALLATION A WARNING Unpacking Excessive Weight Hazard Failure to do so can result in back or other injury Use two or more people to move and install ice maker Remove packaging materials IMPORTANT Do not remove any permanent instruction labels or the data label on your ice maker Remove tape and glue from your ice maker before using To remove any remaining tape or glue rub the area briskly with your thumb Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers Wipe with warm water and dry or glue These products can damage the surface of your ice maker Cleaning before use Do not use sharp instruments rubbing alcohol flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners to remove tape After you remove all of the packaging materials clean the inside of your ice maker before using it See the Interior cleaning in the Cleaning and Maintenance section Location requirements INSTALLATION CLEARANCES VIEW 4 Front ofunit SIDE VIEW Top of unit This ice maker should be properly installed by qualified personnel To
21. l considerations What shouldn t be done Never keep anything in the ice storage bin that is not ice objects like wine and beer bottles are not only unsanitary but the labels may slip off and plug up the drain What parts should be kept clean There are 5 things to keep clean 1 2 3 4 5 The interior The condenser Water distribution tube The ice making system Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operations make sure the power line of the unit is disconnected and the water line is shut off Exterior cleaning The door and c 1 oz of dishwashing liquid mixed with 2 gallons of warm water Do not use solvent based or abrasive cleaners Use a soft sponge and rinse with clean water Wipe with a soft clean towel abinet may be cleaned with a mild detergent and warm water solution such as to prevent water spotting If the door panel is stainless steel stainless steel can discolor when exposed to chlorine gas and moisture Clean stainless steel with a mild detergent and warm water solution and a damp cloth Never use an abrasive cleaning agent 18 Interior cleaning The ice storage bin should be sanitized occasionally Clean the water trough before the ice maker is used first time and reused after stopping for an extended period of time It is usually convenient to sanitize the trough after the ice making system has been cleaned and the ice storage bin is em
22. nd filling the water trough to its maximum level 20 5 Repeat step 5 to rinse the ice making system one more time 6 Press the ON OFF button again The machine will return to the regular ice making mode Discard the first batch of ice Control panel ICE HARVEST IN FULL FF LEA ADJUST VODE Description of LEDs and buttons 1 Bin Full Red LED Bin full indicator light When this is lit the ice storage bin is full of ice or there is something blocking the bin full probe The unit will stop working When ice cubes are removed from the ice storage bin freeing the bin full probe the red LED will remain flashing for 3 minutes then the unit will restart and return to the ice making mode 2 Ice Making Green LED Ice making indicator light When this is lit the unit is working in the ice making mode controlled by a temperature probe on the evaporator When the green LED flashes the unit is working in the ice making mode controlled by a fixed timer 3 Ice Harvest Yellow LED Ice harvest indicator light When this is lit the unit is working in the ice harvest mode controlled by the ice full probe 4 Mode button Mainly for service When this is pressed the ice making mode changes to the ice harvest mode or vice versa The mode can be judged from the status of the green and yellow LEDs 5 Adjust button Mainly for service When this is pressed over 3 seconds the unit will enter the Ice Size Adjustment mode The mode can b
23. osite side at the bottom of the door 4 Position the door on the bottom hinge 5 Align the door on the bottom hinge and replace the top hinge and top hinge mat 6 Replace top hinge cover 7 Push the plug buttons into the original screw holes See Figure below Top hinge cover cabinet Top hinge mat hings Door eee eee e hinge H Bottom hinge p 12 Water Supply The water supply should be ready at the point of installation The water supply pressure should be a minimum of 15 psig with a static pressure not more than 80 psig A wall outlet directly behind the ice machine will make installation easier NOTE All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements Professional installation is recommended 2 Make certain the hoses are not pinched or kinked or damaged during installation 3 Check for leaks after connection Tools required open end wrench Phillips screwdriver Connecting the water line 1 Turn off main water supply Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear line of water 2 Finda in to 4 in vertical cold water pipe near the installation location The distance should be less than 9 feet The water supply hose provided with the ice maker is about 9 feet long 3 shut off valve must be installed to the main water supply If the water pipe has
24. product damage serious personal injury or death CAUTION means that failure to heed this safety statement may result inminor or moderate personal injury or property or equipment damage All safety messages will alert you to what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and let you know what can happen if the instructions are not followed IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury when using your ice maker follows these basic precautions Plug into grounded 3 prong outlet Disconnect power before cleaning not remove grounding prong Disconnect power before servicing Do not use an adapter Replace all panels before operating not use an extension cord Use two or more people to move amp install ice maker SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Before the ice maker is used it must be properly positioned and installed as described in this manual read the manual carefully Maxx Ice strongly recommends that you have a professional install your new machine The warranty may be affected or voided by an incorrect installation To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using the ice maker follow basic precautions including the following ERA Plug into grounded 3 prong outlet do not remove grounding prong do not use adapter and do not use an extension cord It i
25. pty 1 Disconnect the power to the unit 2 Open the door and take out the removable ice storage bin With a clean cloth wipe down the interior of unit and ice bin with a sanitizing solution made of 1 ounce of household bleach or chlorine and 2 gallons of hot 95 F 115 F water Rinse thoroughly with clear water 3 4 Screw off the drainage nut to drain completely 5 Put the ice storage bin inside the unit 6 Reconnect power to the unit The ice scoop should be washed regularly Wash it just like any other food container WARNING DO NOT use solvent based cleaning agents or abrasives the interior These cleaners may transmit taste to the ice cubes and damage or discolor the interior Condenser cleaning A dirty or clogged condenser prevents proper airflow reduces ice making capacity and causes higher than recommended operating temperatures that may lead to component failure Have the condenser cleaned at least once every six months 1 Unplug the ice maker or disconnect power 2 Gently pull off the lower front louver condenser 3 Remove dirt and lint from the condenser and the 4 unit compartment with the brush attachment of a vacuum cleaner 4 Reassemble the lower front louver 5 Plug in the ice maker or reconnect power Water distribution tube cleaning When you find the ice cubes are incompletely formed or the output is low the water distribution tube may be blocked Turn off the pow
26. rain lines must have a fall of 1 4 per foot An air gap will likely be required between the ice maker drain tube and the drain waste receptacle A stand pipe with a trap below it would be acceptable for the drain waste receptacle A floor drain is also acceptable If this is not possible Maxx Ice recommends the use of a condensate pump Contact Asbury Service Warranty amp Parts at 1 877 368 2797 4 Pour 1 gallon of water into the ice storage bin to check for leaks at all drain connections and at the nut of the drain water hole Tighten any connections or nuts that leak NOTE This ice maker is not a freezer Hot temperatures will cause a high rate of melting in the ice storage bin Installation Types This ice maker has been designed for Mobile free standing installation However it can also be enclosed under a cabinet or Built in sealed to the floor In every case there must be adequate air space around the unit for ventilation Mobile installation A mobile installation will allow you to install the ice maker free standing in any place you desire provided you have access to a water supply You must follow the stated instructions for a Electrical requirements b Water supply c Leveling the ice maker Enclosed Installation An enclosed installation will allow you to install the ice maker under a cabinet orin a kitchen cabinet provided the required clearance space around the ice maker is respected This installation has t
27. s recommended that a separate circuit serving only for your ice maker be provided Use receptacles that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug when your hands are wet Never unplug the ice maker by pulling on the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet Never clean ice maker parts with flammable fluids Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliances The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operations make sure the power line of the unit is disconnected and the water line is shut off Before operating pull all panels back into place Never allow children to operate play with or crawl inside the ice maker Do not touch the evaporator with your hand when the machine is operating Unplug the ice maker or disconnect power before cleaning or servicing Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or death Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your ice maker unless it is specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician AA DANG Use two more people to move and install ice maker Failure to do so can result in back or other injury Never install or operate the unit behind closed doors To ensure proper ventilation for your
28. ter s level on top of the unit to see if the ice maker is level from front to back and side to side 2 Adjust the height of the casters as follows Turn the leveling casters to the right to lower that side of the ice maker Turn the leveling casters to the left to raise that side of the ice maker You will find that the casters make it easy for one person to move the machine This is useful for cleaning and sanitizing the surface on which the ice maker is installed because it allows you to move the unit and have easy access to the surface to be cleaned NOTE When the ice maker is ready to be installed in a cabinet or directly on the floor you must adjust the feet to level the ice maker and lock the rollers If the floor is level just revolve the two front feet to touch the floor 11 Reversing the door swing Tools needed flathead screwdriver Phillips screwdriver NOTE Before you begin unplug the ice maker or disconnect power To remove door from hinges 1 Remove the top hinge cover 2 Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the screws remove the top hinge mat and top hinge Keep the parts together and set them aside 3 Lift the door off of the bottom hinge and set the door aside To replace door on hinges 1 Using a flathead screwdriver remove the plug buttons from the screw holes opposite the door hinges top and bottom Set aside 2 Remove the front louver Set aside 3 Remove the bottom hinge and place it on the opp
29. the harvest cycle you may hear the sound of ice cubes falling into the ice storage bin Preparing the ice maker for long storage If the ice maker will not be used for a long time or is to be moved to another place it will be necessary to drain the system of water Shut off the water supply at the main water source Disconnect the water supply line from the water inlet Shut off the electric supply at the main electrical power source Take out the ice storage bin to remove any remaining ice and water Dry the bin Pull off the drainage tube of the water trough to drain off all water Leave the door open to allow for circulation and to prevent mold and mildew Leave water supply line and power cord disconnected until ready to reuse NOTE Do not touch the power plug when your hands are wet Never unplug the unit by pulling on the cord Grasp the plug and pull out firmly 17 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE __ CAUTION If the ice maker is left unused for a long time before the next use it must be thoroughly cleaned Follow carefully any instructions provided for cleaning or use of sanitizing solutions Do not leave any solution inside the ice maker after cleaning Periodic cleaning and proper maintenance will ensure efficiency top performance and long life The maintenance intervals listed are based on normal conditions You may want to shorten the intervals if you have pets or there are other specia
30. tion NOTE e Although the unit has been tested and cleaned at the factory due to long term transit and storage the first batch of cubes must be discarded e Never turn the water supply tap off when the ice maker is working e Never touch evaporator when unit is running e Except to take ice from the unit keep the door closed to reduce melting and insure proper ice formation How the machine makes ice Set the ON OFF button to the ON position The machine will automatically go to the ice making stage There are two distinct cycles ice freeze and harvest The freeze cycle happens when water flows to the evaporator surface The harvest cycle is when the ice is released and water enters the machine A complete cycle takes about 20 minutes but it depends on temperature and operating conditions Freeze During the freeze cycle the compressor is pumping refrigerant the fan motor is blowing air and the water pump is circulating water When the batch of ice has been fully formed the ice maker stops the freeze cycle and harvest cycle begins Harvest During the harvest cycle the compressor is still operating but the water pump has stopped The hot gas valve opens diverting hot refrigerant gas into the evaporator The hot refrigerant gas warms the evaporator causing the cubes to slide as a unit off the evaporator and into the storage bin The freeze cycle will restart when all the cubes have been harvested How the machine uses the w
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