Automatic Outdoor Ice Maker User Manual Model: BLZ-ICEMKR-50GR Be sure ice maker is standing upright 24 hours prior to plug-in.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ICE MAKER SAFETY ......................................................................................... 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ........................................................................ 3 - 5 TECHNICAL INFORMATION .............................................................................. 5 COMPONENT LOCATIONS ............................................................................... 6 ICE MAKER INSTALLATION ....................................................
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".
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Chromium (hexavalent compounds), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Before the ice maker is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as described in this manual, so read the manual carefully. We strongly recommend that you have a professional install your new machine.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 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 is designed to be installed in an outdoor kitchen, but must not be placed directly adjacent to a grill or other source of high heat. A minimum clearance of 6" from all sources of high heat must be maintained at all times.
2-prong wall outlet is encountered, 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 individual 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 on the power cord.
COMPONENT LOCATIONS Water distribution tube Door Evaporator (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 6
ICE MAKER INSTALLATION Unpacking Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install ice maker. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. 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.
• This ice maker should be properly installed by qualified personnel. • To 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) of clearance at rear, and 1" (25 mm) at sides for proper air circulation. The installation should allow the ice maker to be pulled forward for servicing and cleaning if necessary.
IMPORTANT: Do not kink or pinch the power supply cord between the icemaker and wall or cabinet. Electrical requirements 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.
Leveling the ice maker It is important for the ice maker to be leveled in order to work 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.
3. Remove the door hinge 2 and place it on the opposite top side. Separate the axis from the hinge 2 and set it aside. 4. Using a flat head screwdriver, remove end caps from the top and bottom of the handle. 5. With needle nose pliers, remove the white clips holding the handle in the mounting brackets and set them aside. Lift handle out of brackets. 6. Unscrew the screws from mounting brackets and reattach to the door on the opposite side. 7.
2. Make certain the hoses are not pinched or kinked or damaged during installation. 3. Check for leaks after connection. Tools required: ½-in. 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. Find a ½-in. to ¾-in. vertical cold water pipe near the installation location. The distance should be less than 6 feet. The water supply hose provided with the ice maker is about 6 feet long. 3.
the use of a condensate pump is recommended. 4. Pour 1 gallon of water into the ice storage bin to check for leaks in the drainage system. Tighten any connections that leak. NOTE: The above installation refers to a standard “gravity drain” scenario where gravity will allow the water draining from the unit to flow naturally into the onsite drain.
IMPORTANT: 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 before Operation 1. Have all packing materials and tape been removed from the interior and exterior of the ice maker? 2. Did you clean the ice storage bin? 3. Have the installation instructions been followed, including connecting the machine to water and electricity? 4. Has the machine been leveled? 5. Is the ice maker in 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? 6.
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 position. 6. Bin light (if present): The bin light will be controlled by magnetic reed switch that has been installed in the inner of the door. It will be turned On or Off automatically with the door opening or closing.
Evaporator Water inlet Water pump Hot gas valve Compressor Condenser Fan motor 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. • Rattling noises may come from the flow of the refrigerant or the water line.
5. Pull off the drainage tube of the water trough to drain off all water. 6. Leave the door open to allow for circulation and to prevent mold and mildew. 7. Leave water supply line and power cord disconnected until ready to reuse. IMPORTANT: • 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. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE If the ice maker is left unused for a long time, it must be thoroughly cleaned before the next use.
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 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.
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. 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. Unplug the ice maker or disconnect power. Gently pull off the lower front louver.
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 Minerals that are removed from the water during the freezing cycle will eventually form a hard, scaly deposit in the water system.
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 3 batches of ice produced after cleaning. 6. Prepare a sanitizing solution made of 1 ounce of household bleach and 2 gallons of hot water (95ºF to 115ºF). Wipe the entire bin inside and outside, covering the entire surface of the walls. 7.
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. 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.
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. 3. The different colors of the LED display indicate various work modes. 4. A sensitive probe and accurate timer enhance the performance of the ice maker. 5. A compressor protection system is built in.
Water is leaking out of the unit. Some water falls to the floor Normal condensation on the door or some when you open the door to water together with ice. Take care when you remove ice from storage bin. take out ice. Water supply connection is leaking. Drain pipe higher than drain outlet. Cubes are partially formed or are white on the bottom. Noise during operation. Lower drain pipe. Check if the water supply pressure is below 15 Not enough water in the water psig. trough.
LIMITED WARRANTY Manufacturer warrants to the original purchaser at the original site of delivery with proof of purchase of each Refrigerator that when subject to normal residential use, it is free from defects in workmanship and material for the periods specified below.This warranty excludes refrigerators used in rental or commercial applications.It does not cover labor or labor related charges. There will be shipping and handling charge for the delivery of the warranty part(s).
