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PROBLEMS WITH YOUR ICEMAKER? 

 
YOU CAN SOLVE MANY COMMON PROBLEMS EASILY, SAVING YOU THE TROUBLE OF A 
SERVICE CALL. TRY THE SUGGESTIONS BELOW BEFORE CONTACTING CUSTOMER 
SERVICE. 
 

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 

PROBLEM 

POSSIBLE CAUSE OR FIX 

The machine won’t operate 

Unit is not plugged in. 
The fuse is blown – replace fuse. 
Switch is set at OFF position 
Ice storage bin is full. 

Water does not feed 

Water supply tap is turned off 
The water supply pipe is not properly connected. 

Machine is making ice, but bin does not 
fill up with ice. 

Condenser is dirty and needs to be cleaned. 
The airflow to the icemaker is obstructed – check ventilation 
area around the unit. 
The ambient temperature or water temperature is high. 
Unit is placed near a heat source. 

Water is leaking out the unit 

If only a few water droplets on the door, this may be due to 
humidity condensing on the door. 
The water supply connection is not properly installed. 

Ice cubes are partially formed – and 
white at the bottom 

There’s not enough water in the bin. Check if water supply 
has fallen below 15 psig. Filter may be restricted or there 
may be a water leak at the water trough. 

Noise during operation 

Feet are not leveled. 
Certain sounds are normal, refer to page 9 

The icemaker stops suddenly while 
making ice 

The electricity is off. 
The room temperature is out of the stated range. Disconnect 
unit and wait until temperature returns to the working range 
before resuming operation. 

The body of the icemaker is electrified. 

Unit is not properly grounded. Check your plug and outlet. 

Scale builds up quickly inside the 
machine 

Calcium level in the water is too high. Install a 
water-softening apparatus in front of the water inlet valve. 

 
 
 

Summary of Contents for IM-600US

Page 1: ... 600US INSTRUCTION MANUAL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Be sure to stand the icemaker upright for at least 24 hours prior to plugging it in Installation by a licensed plumber only Improper water line connection may result in flooding ...

Page 2: ...tion types OPERATING YOUR ICEMAKER 8 9 Operation checklist Operation of the icemaker Understanding the icemaker Control box CARE AND MAINTENANCE 10 11 Cleaning your icemaker Power failure Vacation time and storage Moving your icemaker TROUBLESHOOTING 12 This owner s manual is provided for reference only Specifications may change without prior notice You can always check the back label of your icem...

Page 3: ...er cord of this icemaker is equipped with a three prong plug which mates with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE SUPPLIED POWER CORD Do not use an adapter and do not use an extension cord If you only have a two prong wall receptacle contact a qualified electrician to have ...

Page 4: ...batches of cubes must be discarded Never turn the water supply tap off when the icemaker is working If the icemaker has not been used for a long time clean thoroughly before use Follow instructions provided for cleaning and sanitizing Do not leave any solution inside the unit after cleaning The plug must be accessible after installation DO NOT use solvent based cleaning agents or abrasives on the ...

Page 5: ...y the icemaker will automatically shut off The ice in the bin will slowly melt and go out the drain Once the amount of ice is reduced below it max capacity the icemaker will automatically start again COMPONENTS Hinge Door Distrbution Tube Ice Mold Water Trough Float Ice Bin Selector Switch Leveling Foot Control Panel Ice Scoop Power Plug Water Inlet Drain Outlet Water Supply Drain Hose ...

Page 6: ...tion clearances Front of uni t Rear of uni t 1 Si de Si de 1 4 Top of uni t 1 Top Vi ew Si de Vi ew INSTALLATION OF YOUR ICE MAKER Have two or more people to move and install this icemaker Failure to do so can result in back or other injury This icemaker should be installed by a licensed plumber only To ensure proper service access and ventilation allow at least 4 of clearance at the rear and 1 at...

Page 7: ... CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUND PRONG FROM THE POWER PLUG ANY QUESTIONS CONCERNING POWER AND OR GROUNDING SHOULD BE DIRECTED TOWARD A CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN REVERSING THE DOOR Tools needed Flathead screwdriver Phillips screwdriver IMPORTANT before you begin unplug the icemaker To remove door from hinges 1 Remove the top hinge cover 2 Use a Phillips screwdriver and remove the screws Then remove the ...

Page 8: ...her end of the hose into the drain line 3 All horizontal runs of drain line must have a fall of per foot An air gap will likely be required between the drain hose and the drain receptacle A standpipe with a trap below it would be acceptable for the drain receptacle A floor drain is also acceptable 4 Pour 1 gallon of water into the ice storage bin to check for proper drainage Note a condensate pump...

Page 9: ...storage bin is full and ice cubes keep the ice full probe open the unit will stop making ice automatically 5 The unit will resume making ice after ice cubes are removed or melted and the ice full probe swings back to operating position IMPORTANT THROW AWAY THE FIRST FEW BATCHES OF ICE Never turn the water supply off when icemaker is operating Never touch the evaporator when the machine is running ...

Page 10: ...EEN LED Ice making indicator light When this LED is lit the unit is in ice making mode controlled by a temperature probe on the evaporator When the green LED flashes the unit is in ice making mode controlled by a fixed timer YELLOW LED Ice harvesting indicator light When this LED is lit the unit is in ice harvest mode controlled by a temperature probe on the evaporator When the yellow LED flashes ...

Page 11: ...smit taste to the ice cubes or damage the interior Condenser Cleaning A dirty or clogged condenser prevents proper airflow reduces ice making capacity and causes increased operating temperatures that may lead to component failure Have the condenser cleaned as least once every six months 1 Unplug the icemaker or disconnect power 2 Remove the 2 screws at the bottom of the front cover Remove cover 3 ...

Page 12: ...ARNING 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 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 MACH...

Page 13: ...r is leaking out the unit If only a few water droplets on the door this may be due to humidity condensing on the door The water supply connection is not properly installed Ice cubes are partially formed and white at the bottom There s not enough water in the bin Check if water supply has fallen below 15 psig Filter may be restricted or there may be a water leak at the water trough Noise during ope...

Page 14: ...arts will be new or reconditioned Parts which are replaced become the property of Sunpentown The warranty applies for the use of the product in the USA only What is NOT COVERED Warranty does not include freight charges Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this product Damage to product caused by improper power supply voltage accident fire floods or acts of nature Fail...

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