DEFROSTING
Manual Defrost Models
This unit is a manual defrost model and will require
occasional defrosting. When there is build-up of
1/4" (6 mm)
or more of frost, manually defrost the unit.
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CAUTION
DO NOT use an ice pick or other sharp instrument to
help speed up defrosting. These instruments can
puncture the inner lining or damage the cooling unit. DO
NOT use any type of heater to defrost. Using a heater to
speed up defrosting can cause personal injury and
damage to the inner lining.
To defrost:
1. Disconnect power to the unit.
2. Remove ice bucket and discard ice.
3. Place towel or other absorbent material on bottom of ice
bin.
4. Fill the ice bucket half full with warm, not hot water. This
will help the unit defrost faster.
5. Place the ice bucket back into the unit on top of the towel
or other absorbent material.
6. Prop the door in an open position (2 in. [50 mm]
minimum).
7. After about 1 hour remove the ice bin and discard water.
8. Allow the frost to melt naturally.
9. After the frost melts completely clean the interior and all
removed components. (See INTERIOR CLEANING).
NOTICE
DO NOT clean ice bucket using a dishwasher. The bucket
is not dishwasher safe and will be damaged.
10.When the interior is dry, reconnect power and turn unit
on.
NOTE: To safeguard against contaminates in ice, discard
first three batches of ice after defrosting.
Installation Operation and Maintenance Instructions
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