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ICE MAKER User's Manual

ㆍAs this product is designed for indoor use, please

do not use

outdoors.

This unit requires a floor drain.

. The water supply and drain hose are not supplied with the
unit and will need to be purchased separately.

ㆍMake sure to familiarize yourself with this user's manual prior to using
the product and ensure easy access to this manual.

Appearance, design and/or color of this product may be changed

with

out

prior notice for improvement of the product's performance.

Model KCU-180-AH

Toll Free: (888) 275-4538

international: (514) 737-9701

Fax: (514) 342-3854

Toll Free Fax: (877) 453-8832

Summary of Contents for KOOL-IT KCU-180-AH

Page 1: ...ill need to be purchased separately ㆍMake sure to familiarize yourself with this user s manual prior to using the product and ensure easy access to this manual Appearance design and or color of this product may be changed without prior notice for improvement of the product s performance Model KCU 180 AH Toll Free 888 275 4538 international 514 737 9701 Fax 514 342 3854 Toll Free Fax 877 453 8832 ...

Page 2: ...cription Cleaning and disassembling Cleaning method Ice Maker cleaning and sanitizing Gasket cleaning guide Product error guide Ice thickness control Ice Making and harvest Operations Maintenance Maintenance schedule What to check Troubleshooting Specifications Warranty 3 4 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 23 24 25 26 27 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 ...

Page 3: ...sensor enabling optimal ice making system 2 Equipped with automatic ice quantity control sensor Automatic sensor controls the ice making system after the ice bin is full 3 Crystal pure ice Crystal pure with freezing point depression principle 4 Ergonomic design Convenience from ergonomically designed sliding sloped door 5 Convenient cleaning Equipped with condenser minimizing dust collection 6 Opt...

Page 4: ...a grounded outlet Do not disassemble Risk of electric shock Personal injury Any injury or burn requiring long term outpatient treatment for full recovery Property damage Damage to one s property such as a building or furniture Label Attached to the product containing a warning If the label is damaged or not clearly visible make sure to contact your dealer or the customer service center Each of fol...

Page 5: ...hock Remove by holding the plug Do not insert or touch the power plug with wet hands It may cause an electric shock Make sure that the power plug is free from foreign objects and always sure the plug is fully inserted into the outlet Dust or water on the prongs of power plug or improper contact with the power outlet may result in fire or electric shock After removing the power plug from the outlet...

Page 6: ...ull on the power cord or move the product while operating It may cause a failure or fire It may cause a leak of water leak Handling in the event of abnormal circumstances Stop operation immediately shut off the water supply and remove the power plug from the outlet Do not use the product in a humid or damp environment Do not use in a bathroom shower room or near a swimming pool If water permeates ...

Page 7: ...ury Be sure to clean the air filter at least once a month When dust accumulates on the air filter ventilation is restricted which may cause low ice production excess power consumption and product failure Install the product in an area where the temperature is between 50 100 In temperatures below 50oF it may cause the unit to freeze and prevent ice production In temperatures above 100F it may cause...

Page 8: ...use a fire Do not let children climb or hang on the ice maker The ice maker may fall and cause serious injury Do not use the product outdoors The product is for indoor use only at temperatures between 50 100oF When product is used outdoors it may cause deformation of the unit discoloration and product failure Warning Do not twist or kink the water supply or drain hose It may cause a water leak ice...

Page 9: ...erson transfer the user manual with the product When the product is not going to be used for a long period of time shut off the water supply remove the ice and disconnect the plug from the outlet Do not use the product near a fireplace It may cause a fire Install the product in a sanitary location Because ice is edible install the product in a sanitary and clean location Caution ...

Page 10: ...ice coldness Ice will melt over time Do not frequently press the power switch If you frequently press the switch it may cause a product failure If a water leak occurs unplug the unit and close the water supply valve Contact your local service agent If you unplug the unit with wet hands it may cause an electric shock After installation wait at least two hours before connecting to the power outlet T...

Page 11: ...nt panel Side panel R Base plate R Rail frame R Ice making water supply inlet 3 8 FPT Ice making water drain 3 4 FPT Rear panel Water distribution cover Ice making evaporating device LED display Fan motor Levelling foot Power Switch Power cord Air filter ...

Page 12: ...stall the product in an area with good ventilation Bad ventilation will cause bad ice production Install the product on an even and level floor area Unstable installation causes vibration noise ice non forming and low performance Recommended incline within 1 degree Install the product in a sanitary location Because ice is edible install the product in a sanitary and clean location Be sure to use t...

Page 13: ...ity Leakage may lead to electric shocks due to moisture thus comply with the following rules to prevent this from happening 1 Make sure to install a floor drain and and make the floor waterproof 2 Even if the product is to be installed in a kitchen a floor drain is required Make sure to connect the drain hose 3 The floor needs to be sloped to enable natural draining if the draining hose is damaged...

Page 14: ...se the front feet to maintain evenness 4 Connecting water piping Too high a temperature of the ice making water will decrease the amount of ice produced Too low a pressure will prevent ice from being made at all Install an auxiliary pressure pump in this case How to install Appropriate water temperature Water pressure Appropriate piping hose size Ice making water supply 50 90 20 80 psi 3 8 MPT Ice...

Page 15: ...100 Connecting power Connect the icemaker to an outlet with the correct voltage The outlet must be on a dedicated circuit 2 Supplying water Open the faucet valve to supply water 3 Cleaning Start the WASH cycle after cleaning the water distributor and evaporator For better ice making performance 4 Starting operation Turn the switch to the ICE position 5 Ice harvesting Depending on the ambient and w...

Page 16: ...d within 5 minutes ICE FULL not detected 3 times in a row FULL indicator yellow Lights up when the ice bin is full FULL indicator flashes 1 Water not supplied properly When upper limit sensor works for more than 10 minutes before lower limit sensor is on HIGH ERROR indicator red Lights up or flashes together with POWER indicator in case of any issue POWER green flashes and ERROR red stays on High ...

Page 17: ...use a machine failure electric leak or electric shock Danger It may cause erosion or damage to the product Do not use the soap powder benzene thinners muriatic acid petroleum boiling water or a wire brush They can cause erosion or damage to the machine When using the detergent Wipe the product after soaking a soft cloth with lukewarm water or neutral detergent After cleaning using a neutral deterg...

Page 18: ...tually cause the stainless steel to rust if not removed Make sure to clean and remove rust immediately with a mild detergent If the rust has deteriorated it must be removed with 15 nitric acid solution or a commercially available stainless steel cleaner 4 Rust from exhaust gas or acid rain In environments such as a factory complex or heavy transport sites the product will become contaminated in a ...

Page 19: ...ight of the ice damper 7 Remove 2 bolts on left and right and remove the water trough 8 Remove the 2 bolts at the top to disassemble water distribution cover 9 Distill 3 5oz of mild dish washing detergent with 0 79 gal of warm water 93 113 and immerse a clean cloth in the distilled solution to clean the area behind where the water trough and the distribution cover were removed 10 Wash the water tr...

Page 20: ...e figure below Make sure that the top and bottom holes in the fixing clip are left open Make sure that the top extended part of the water distribution cover goes under the opposite surface Caution Fixing holes Water distribution cover Front grille Air filter Caution Warning Periodically clean the ice scoop The ice scoop can be easily contaminated when handled Detergent may cause a burn Do not forc...

Page 21: ...r quality and apply appropriate treatment if ice maker requires more frequent cleaning and sanitizing The ice machine must be taken apart for cleaning and sanitizing if the interior of the ice machine is not in a hygienic and sanitary condition Caution Use only approved Ice Machine Cleaner and Sanitizer available for purchase from dealer or manufacturer Read and understand all labels printed on th...

Page 22: ...rator Damage may result Step 2 Remove all ice from the bin Store in a proper container if wishing to reuse the ice Warning Disconnect the power to ice machine at the circuit board before proceeding Step 3 Remove parts for cleaning Open the bin door Remove the sensors located on the front and side of the water trough Disassemble the Ice damper water trough and water distribution tube by removing th...

Page 23: ...be done once a month Soak all components from step 3 in a solution of 1 3 gallons of sanitizer and water for 10 minutes to sanitize Pour solution over the larger parts Rinse the parts thoroughly Use running tap water only for rinsing to prevent contamination Air dry parts do not use a cloth or sponge Step 11 Use the solution of sanitizer and water and with a cloth or soft bristle brush clean the i...

Page 24: ...the front grille from the front of machine by loosening screws on left and right 4 Separate the upper bolts securing the bin on the left and right brackets loosen the lower bolts slightly 4 screws 5 Slide bin forward 150mm to remove 6 Remove the gasket from back cover after removing the bin 7 Wash gasket with neutral detergent and clean by using a soft brush 8 Reassemble ice maker in reverse order...

Page 25: ...rature 3 Check the condenser section Contact service center Error resets when the machine is switched to stop mode Stop Detected a full load of ice Storage is full of ice FULL lamp is on Remove some ice When no detection of ICE FULL after a double check Low automatically converts to ice making mode Stop High pressure error Detecting high pressure swith disorder High for 10sec POWER lamp blinks and...

Page 26: ... detach the float switch bracket from the water trough and adjust per instructions below 2 To make ice cube thinner or thicker change the hole s location to move up or down Please refer to the below picture To make thinner Place float bracket into first 4 holes of the water trough last 2 holes remain open To make thicker Place float bracket into last 4 holes of the water trough first 2 holes remai...

Page 27: ...ned in this manual If you do not understand the installation procedure and safety instructions contact a service agency For a long trouble free life of your ice maker maintain the ice maker following the procedures below 2 Checking the ice maker Be sure to turn off the power To prevent water leaks check all water and drain hose connections Check that the evaporator is firmly connected to the body ...

Page 28: ...adjust as needed Outside of ice maker 1 Clean with clean soft cloth andmild detergent to remove any accumulated dust or oil 2 Use nonabrasive detergent to clean any part discolored by chlorine green spots Every 6 months Ice maker and ice bin 1 Make sure to clean them in accordance with the instructions in the user manual 2 Frequently check for cleanliness Parts inside ice machine 1 Separate each p...

Page 29: ...ing process The ice maker operates automatically as a fixed system 3 Ice level detecting sensor Height of the sensor is factory preset set to maintain a specific quantity of ice cubes If you need thicker ice cubes raise the bracket and lower the bracket if you need thinner cubes Refer to page 24 for details Make sure to clean around the sensor on regular basis Thickness of ice cubes will vary if t...

Page 30: ... Is the fan motor of the condenser running 5 Check and contact the customer service center if necessary 6 Is there any heat source or heating device around 6 Make sure that all heat sources are as far from the ice maker as possible 7 Is sufficient water supplied or does the water trough have enough water 7 Check water supply and try turning off the product and turn it back on 4 Not a service issue...

Page 31: ...inch 26 0 x 27 3 x 39 0 Power source Single phase 115 V 60 Hz Rated current A 7 0 Packing Before lb 154 3 After 171 9 Freezing capability Refrigerant GAS R 404A Condenser Air cooling Fin tube type Ice shape Half dice Size of ice quantity inch 0 4 w x 0 875 d x 1 14 h 180 Cooling method Air cooled model Ice thickness control High water level sensor Ice delivery control Low water level sensor Ice fi...

Page 32: ...erial or workmanship under normal and proper use and maintenance as specified by the MVP Group and upon proper installation and start up in accordance with the instruction manual supplied for two years parts and labor from date of sale NOTE Ice makers sold outside of the covered zones United States Canada and Puerto Rico as well as all 50 Hz units shall be warranted for 24 months parts only from t...

Page 33: ... replace defective components as per time and hourly rate guidelines published by MVP Group Shall not include travel normal maintenance cleaning adjustments or correction of improper installation How state law applies This limited warranty give you specific legal rights and you may also have rights that vary from state to state or from one jurisdiction to another Registration To register your prod...

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