Use and Care Guide

11/07/2017 PK
15
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 if there are
other special 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?
1. The exterior
2. The interior
3. The condenser
4. Water distribution tube
5. The ice-making system
Exterior Cleaning
WARNING
Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operations, make sure
the power line of the unit is disconnected and the water line is shut off.
The door and cabinet may be cleaned with a mild detergent and warm water solution such as 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 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.
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 empty.
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.
3. Rinse thoroughly with clear water.
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 on the interior.
These cleaners may transmit taste to the ice cubes and damage or discolor the interior.