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3. Keep the icemaker connected to the water supply. Pour 8 oz. of a Nickel-Safe Ice Maker Cleaner
into the water trough. Wait five minutes and set switch to WASH position. The unit will begin the
automatic clean mode.
Note: Nickel-safe ice maker cleaner can be purchased locally at any home improvement store.
4. Allow 30 minutes for proper cleaning. After cleaning, set switch to OFF position. Drain off the
wastewater via the drainpipe to the left of the trough.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 (without Ice Maker Cleaning Solution) to rinse the system 3 times.
Note: The use of the Ice Maker Cleaning Solution in the water bin during the rinse is not needed.
6. Prepare a sanitizing solution (2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of warm water). Wipe the
entire bin inside and out, covering every wall surface.
7. Fill a spray bottle with the sanitizing solution and spray all corners and edges, making sure to cover
all surfaces with the solution.
8. Allow the solution to be in contact for at least three minutes.
9. Repeat step 5 to rinse the system once more.
10. Set the switch to ICE position. Unit will return to regular ice making mode.
11. Discard the first batch of ice.
WARNING
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The cleaning solution contains acids. DO NOT use or mix with any other solvent-based cleaner
products. Use rubber gloves to protect your hands. Carefully read and follow the safety instructions
on the cleaner’s container.
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Discard the first batch of ice produced after cleaning.
POWER FAILURE
IF THERE IS A POWER FAILURE, TRY TO MINIMIZE THE NUMBER OF TIMES THE DOOR IS
OPENED.THIS WILL HELP THE MACHINE MAINTAIN A COOLER TEMPERATURE TO PRESERVE
THE ICE UNTIL THE POWER IS RETURNED. IF THE POWER IS GOING TO BE OFF FOR AN
EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, YOU SHOULD TAKE PRECAUTIONARY STEPS TO ENSURE
WATER FROM THE DEFROSTING DOES NOT LEAK OUT.
VACATION TIME/STORAGE
1.
Shut off the water supply at the main water valve.
2.
Disconnect the water supply at the main water source.
3.
Set unit to OFF position and disconnect power.
4.
Take out the ice storage bin to remove ice and water. Dry the bin.
5.
Remove drainage tube from the water trough to drain off all water.
6.
Leave the door open at least 2 inches to allow for circulation and to prevent mold and mildew.
7.
Leave the water supply line and power cord disconnected until ready to reuse.
MOVING YOUR ICE MAKER
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Securely tape down all loose items inside the icemaker.
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Turn the leveling screws up to the base to avoid damage.
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Tape the door shut.
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Make sure the icemaker stays in the upright position during transportation.
