Frigidaire EFIC229-VCM 33 lbs Compact Ice Maker User Manual

Frigidaire EFIC229-VCM 33 lbs Compact Ice Maker

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury, including the following

Read all instructions before using.
Remove all packing material and carefully check your ice maker to ensure it is in good condition and that there is no damage to the ice maker or power cord and plug.
Before using the ice maker for the first time, please wait 2 hours after positioning it, and keep the transparent lid open for at least 2 hours
Pure water is not allowed to be used on this unit, spring water is recommended.
Ensure the voltage is compliant with the voltage range stated on the rating label, and ensure the earthing of the socket is in good condition.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not upend this product or incline it over a 45℃ angle.
To protect against risk of electric shock, do not pour water on cord, plug and ventilation, immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid.
Unplug the appliance after using or before cleaning.
Keep the appliance 15cm from other objects to ensure the good heat releasing.
Component parts shall be replaced with like components and that servicing shall be done by factory authorized service personnel, to minimize the risk of possible ignition due to incorrect parts or improper service.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Do not use the appliance close by flames, hot plates or stoves.
Do not switch on the power button frequently (ensure 5min. interval at least) to avoid the damage of compressor.
Metal sheet or other electric objects are not allowed to be inserted into the appliance to avoid fire and short circuit.
Do not use outdoors.
Never clean with scouring powders or hard implements.
Please keep the instruction manual.
Warning: Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as
- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments
- farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments;
- catering and similar non-retail applications.
The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas is flammable, when disposing of the appliance, do so only at an authorized waste disposal center. Do not expose to flame. Is fire warning sign. Caution risk of fire
Caution: Flammable refrigerant used! When handing, moving and use of the ice maker, make sure to avoid either damaging the refrigerant tubing, or
increasing the risk of a leak.
The ice maker is to be installed in accordance with the Safety Standard for Refrigeration Systems, ASHRAE 15.
The ice maker shall not be installed in corridors or hallways of public buildings.

TECHNICAL PARAMETERS

Model Number：EFIC229-VCM
Daily Ice Output：15kg / 24 hours
Ice Sizes: large ice and small ice
Ice Storage Capacity：600g
Refrigerant: R600a(23g)
N.W: 11.5kg
Voltage: AC120V / 60 Hz
Power Consumption: 150 W
Water Reservoir Capacity(up)：2.5 L
Water Reservoir Capacity(down)：1.0 L
Unit Dimensions：357(W)X289(D)X352(H)mm

KNOW YOUR ICE MAKER

REAR COVER
CONDENSER
TOP COVER
WATER DRAIN
EVAPORATOR
TRANSPARENT WATER BOX
ICE BOARD
ICE BASKET
FLOATER SWITCH
WATER TEMPERATURE SENSOR
BASEBOARD
COMPRESSOR
POWER CORD
TRANSPARENT WATER BOX COVER
CONTROL PANEL

Features

SPEEDY & REGULAR ICE -MAKING
EASY-USE CONTROL DESIGN. TWO SIZES OF ICE COULD BE OPTIONAL
TRANSPARENT DIAMOND ICE
SPEEDY(17MIN) AND REGULAR(21MIN) ICE-MAKING CAN MAKE 24 PIECES (A BLOCK OF ICE)
TRANSPARENT WATER TANK AND THE ICE-MAKING PROCESS IS VISIBLE.
UNDER THE CONDITION OF AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 25℃, THE TIME OF MAKING BIG ICE IS 21MIN,SMALL ICE IS 17MIN.
The machine should be upright to place on the horizontal plane. To ensure the machine ventilate normally, it is important to set 150mm room on top, sides and back. Do not place the machine next to the roast oven, radiate or other heat objects.

Control Panel Operation

The indicator of ‘POWER’ will flash after plugged in, press ‘POWER’ and then the machine enters standby state accompanying indicator lighting. During operation, if user presses this button, the machine will return to standby state.
(Pause & start ) After choose the menu, press this key, and start to work.
This button is for selecting the size of ice. When you select the desired size, corresponding indicator of Speedy or Regular will be on.
When the machine is lack of water, the indicator of this button turns to red. User need to add enough water into the reservoir and press ‘POWER’ button to restart the machine.
When the ice reaches to the max storage capacity, the indicator of this button will light on, and the machine will stop working. User needs to take out the ice, and then the machine will restart automatically.

USE YOUR ICE MAKER

Step 1. Open the cover, and add water to reservoir.
Note: There is a hole on the water box, which is the maximum water level, water adding do not exceed it. If the water exceed, it will drain out. Suggest the water add under the hole, then put the water box into proper position, and cover it.
Step 2. Connect the power, press the , and then the machine enters standby state.
Step 3. Select the desired ice size, the default size of machine is large one.
Step 4. Press key to start wok.

Note: The water level should not higher than the water reservoir’s MAX position. If water volume goes beyond the max, please pull out drain plug under the machine bottom to drain the spare water out, and then plug the drain plug back into the drain.
Note: Please select the small ice mode when ambient temperature is below 20°c. When the ambient temperature is higher than 25°C, large ice cube sizes are recommended.
Note: Please take out the ice if the basket is full.
Note: If the ice basket is stuck by the ice, you can take out the water box first, and take out the ice from the upside, and then you can pull out the ice basket.
Note: Before making ice, do put the ice basket in the ice maker.

Cleaning & Use Guidance

Clean the inner liner, ice collecting tray, water box, ice shovel and evaporator frequently. When cleaning, unplug the unit and remove the ice cubes. Use a diluted solution of water and vinegar to clean the inside and the outside surface of the Ice maker. Do not spray Ice maker with chemicals or diluted agents such as acids, gasoline or oil. Rinse thoroughly before starting.
Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure, or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
To ensure the cleanness of ice, please change water for water reservoir at least once one day. If do not use for a long time, please drain the water out and clean it up.
If the compressor takes a strike action for shortage water, fully water or interruption of power supply, it will delay for 3 minutes to start up after restarted.
Always use fresh water before starting ice production either at initial installation or after a long shut-off period.
In the status of standby, press and hold the key for 3 sec into cleaning after 5 minutes done.
Disassembling the water hose to clean when it is dirty or the hole is blocking.

Troubleshooting

Please note, if a power failure occurs due to disconnection of the power cord, or the power button has been pushed off during an ice making cycle, small ice chips may formed and lodge in the automatic shovel causing it to jam. If this occurs, press and hold the key for 2 sec, When the ice fall, then restart the machine

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS
The compressor works abnormally with a buzzing Noise	The voltage is lower than recommended	Stop the Ice maker and do not restart until the voltage is normal.
Indicator light of lack of water on	1.Water of Water box is not much enough 2.The ice in water box is full, but the floater switch is blocked 3. The floater is not installed right 4. The floater switch is broken	1. Add enough water to water box 2.Take out the ice 3.Take down the E circle on floater switch, reinstall the floater 4.Change the floater switch
Indicator lights on display are not on	Blown fuse/ No power	Replace fuse / Turn power on
The Ice made is too large and with pieces sticking together.	1. Water temperature is too low 2. Ice of previous cycles left in the water tray	1. Select small size 2. Take out the ice under the standby state

The program of making ice is correct, but no ice come out

1. No coolant in compressor

2. Compressor is damaged.

3. Fan motor is

damaged.

Call the service center.

All indicators twinkle simultaneously

1. The ice is not access to ice board

2. The movable detect device the ice board is damaged.

Unplug the power and plug again to restart the machine.

The machine is on working but the water is warm

Electromagnetic valve is hitch

1.Change the electromagnetic valve

The ice is full to reach the ice board, but no full indicate

1. The movable detect device the ice board is damaged.

2.The indicate light is damaged

1. Change The movable detect device or display board.

2. Call the service center.

WARNING

If the power cord is damaged; it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. Fill with potable water only. It is normal for the compressor and condenser surface to reach temperatures between 70°C and 90°C during operation and surrounding areas may be very hot. Due to fast freezing, ice cubes may appear “Cloudy”. This is air trapped in the water and will not affect quality or taste of ice.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Do not immerse in water

Warning –the water you make ice must be drinkable.
Warning –keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure clear of obstruction.
Warning – do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate to defrosting process ,other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
Warning – do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
Warning – do not use electrical appliance inside the food storage compartments of the appliance ,unless they are of the type recommended by
the manufacture. Correct Disposal of this product. This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources

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Frigidaire EFIC229-VCM 33 lbs Compact Ice Maker-FAQs

Can I leave my Frigidaire ice maker on all the time?

Yes, the Frigidaire ice maker is designed to stay on continuously. Turning it off at night requires emptying the ice bucket and refilling it the next day.

Is it okay to turn the ice maker on and off?

Yes, you can turn your ice maker on and off, which can be useful if there’s a malfunction or if you’re going on vacation.

Does the Frigidaire ice maker keep ice frozen?

No, Frigidaire ice makers don’t function like freezers. Melted ice water is recycled to make new ice until the water runs out or you refill the reservoir.

How do I melt ice stuck in the ice maker?

Pour warm water over the jammed ice components to melt the blockage and free up the mechanism.

Are ice makers safe?

Yes, but mold and bacteria can develop if not cleaned regularly. Common contaminants include E. coli and salmonella, which can lead to health risks if present.

What controls an ice maker?

A mechanical paddle inside the storage bin detects when ice has piled up, triggering the ice maker to shut off until more space is available.

Do ice makers shut off automatically?

Yes, they have an automatic shutoff. When the ice bin fills, a wire arm is raised, stopping production until the ice level lowers

What causes a Frigidaire ice maker to freeze up?

Freezing issues can result from a blocked filler pipe, a faulty water valve, low freezer temperature, or a clogged water filter.

Do ice makers need ventilation?

Yes, proper ventilation is necessary. Air-cooled ice makers require space to intake and release heat to prevent overheating and extend lifespan.

How can I speed up my ice maker?

To speed up ice production, lower the freezer temperature, open the door less often, keep the freezer stocked, and ensure proper water line pressure. Replacing the water filter can also help.

How does a Frigidaire ice maker work?

A pump draws water over a chilled tray where it freezes in layers, gradually forming ice cubes. This process creates clear, solid ice.

Do ice makers give off heat?

Yes, ice makers generate heat during operation, which can affect the surrounding air and water temperatures.

Does turning off the ice maker save energy?

Yes, turning off the ice maker when not in use can save energy, especially with older models. Alternatively, using an ice tray is an energy-efficient option.

How does an ice maker know when to stop making ice?

Ice makers have built-in sensors that monitor ice levels and temperature, which signals the machine to stop once the bin is full.

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