Ecozy IM-NS280C Countertop Nugget Ice Maker
PACKAGE CONTENT
SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage/Frequency | 115V/60Hz |
Current | 2.7A |
Ice storage capacity | 1.4 lbs |
Ice-making rate | 33 lbs per day /1.3 lb per hour |
Operating environment | ss°F – 90°F |
Refrigerant | R600a / 16g |
Vesicant | CsH10 |
Net Weight | 20.3 lbs |
Dimensions | 11.29 in x 8.66 in x 12.68 in |
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR UNIT
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- Do not operate this ice maker with a damaged cord. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced before using the ice maker again by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard
- This ice maker must be positioned where the plug is accessible.
- Only connect to properly grounded outlets. No other appliance should be plugged into the same outlet. Be sure that the plug is fully inserted into the socket.
- Do not, under any circumstances, alter or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety, this product must be properly grounded.
- Do not run the power cord over carpeting or other heat insulators. Do not cover the cord. Keep the cord away from traffic areas (areas that receive a lot of movement, i.e., people walking), and do not submerge it in water.
- We do not recommend the use of an extension cord, as it may overheat and become a fire risk. If you must use an extension cord, the cord must be of No. 14AWG minimum size with its rated watts no less than 1875W.
- Unplug the ice maker before cleaning, draining, repairing or storing.
- Exercise caution and ensure appropriate supervision when the appliance is used near children.
- Place the ice maker away from direct sunlight and make sure that there is at least 6 inches of clearance between the back of your unit and the wall. The minimum clearance from each side of the unit must be no less than 6 inches
OPERATING PROCEDURES
Unpacking Your Ice Maker
- Remove the exterior and interior packaging, and then check that all the accessories are included. If any parts are missing, please contact our customer service.
- Remove all the tapes on the unit; take out the accessory parts inside.
- Clean the interior with lukewarm water and a soft cloth.
- Locating your ice maker on a level counter table far from direct sunlight and other sources of heat (i.e., stove, furnace, and radiator). Make sure that there is at least 6 inches between the back and sides of your ice maker with the wall.
- Allow one hour for the refrigerant fluid to settle down before plugging your ice maker in.
- The power plug must be accessible directly.
How to start the unit
- Take out the ice basket, pour potable water into the water reservoir, 0.3 gallon of water at most at one time.
- Put back the ice basket.
- Plug in and the ring indicator will turn red light on. If you press the “ice /clean” button, the machine will start making ice; If long long-press the “Ice/Clean” button, it will do automatic cleaning.
Cleaning Your Ice Maker
For the first time, or if the clean procedure has not been run for a long time, it is highly recommended to run this procedure first.
- Before the cleaning procedure, please make sure the water drain cap has been inserted into the appliance; otherwise, it will not work properly.
- Press the “ICE/CLEAN” button for 5 seconds. The ring indicator light flashes white, it will run the cleaning procedure for 15 minutes and automatically exit. Press this button again during the cleaning procedure, it will exit immediately.
- After the cleaning procedure, remove the top cover and the ice basket, rinse the main water reservoir and the secondary water reservoir, then move the appliance to the edge of the desktop, make sure that the appliance is placed steadily, and place a water container under the appliance, remove the drain cap from the bottom, dirty water will drain into the water container, then reinsert the drain cap.
- Tips: Remove the top back cover by pulling up the front clear cover gently.
- Change water in the water reservoir every 24 hours to ensure a reasonable hygiene level. If the unit isn’t to be used, drain all water & dry the water reservoir.
System Cleaning/Sanitizing Procedure
- Unplug the nugget ice maker.
- Take off the bottom drain cap and drain out the water to a sink. See the figure below.
- Produce a solution by diluting one teaspoon of household bleach with five cups of water for daily cleaning. For monthly cleaning of removing mineral deposits, please use the white vinegar instead of the above water solution (and then plug in to turn on the “cleaning function” for about 5 minutes. After that, unplug it again to leave the white vinegar in the unit for more than 12 hours.
- Pour the solution into the water reservoir, up to the “MAX” water level. See the figure below.
- Plug in the Nugget ice maker, press and hold the “Clean” button for 5 seconds to initiate the cleaning process(15 minutes). See the figure below.
- When the “cleaning” indicator lights off, take off the drain cap and drain out the water into a sink
- Repeat steps 4 to 6 with fresh water for two more cycles to rinse the inside.
- Replace the drain cap on the bottom. See the figure below.
- When completed, fill the unit with fresh water and press the “Ice” button to start the ice-making process. See the figure below
How to obtain the ice-cube
- Before we start making ice, please make sure the water drain cap has been inserted into the appliance; otherwise, it will not work properly.
- Press the “ICE/CLEAN” button. The ring indicator light flashes white, it begins to work. Press this button again, it will stop making ice.
- For the first time, or if the appliance has not been used for a long time, it is recommended to clean this appliance before you start to make ice
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
“Add Water” indicator turns on | Lack of Water. | Stop the ice maker, fill water, and press the “ICE/CLEAN” butto11 again to restart the unit. |
“ICE FULL” indicator turns on | There is too much ice. | Suggest you obtain the ice-cube. |
No ice cube i11side | Remove the probable obstacle inside or clea11 the inside wall of the ice storage | |
The ring indicator light flashes red | The ambient temperature or water temperature in the inner tank is too high. | Please run the ice maker below 90°F ambient temperature and pour colder water into ta11k. |
Refrigerant liquid leakage. | Press the ICE butto11 twice, restart ice making program. if this problem shows up again, verify it by a qualified technician. | |
The cover motor is broken | ||
The pipe in the cooling system is blocked. | ||
Making Ice too slowly | The Hot Air outlet has been blocked by something. | Hot Air outlet must be guaran teed to have more than 15 CM of ventilation distance. |
The water temperature in the inner tank is too high. | Water temperature require meI1t between 45°F~90°F. | |
Refrigeration system malfunctions. | Verify by a qualified technician. | |
Water leakage | Drain plug not in place | Put the drain plug in place. |
Pipe Joint in the appliance may loosen | Verify by a qualified technicia11. | |
The seal has reached service life | Verify by a qualified technicia11. |
Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty
- This appliance is covered by a limited manufacturer’s warranty. For one year from the original date of purchase, the manufacturer will repair or replace any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in material or workmanship, provided the appliance has been used under normal operating conditions as intended by the manufacturer.
Warranty Terms
- During the first year, any components of this appliance found to be defective due to materials or workmanship will be repaired or replaced, at the manufacturer’s discretion, at no charge to the original purchaser. The purchaser will be responsible for any removal or transportation costs.
Warranty Exclusions
The warranty will not apply if damage is caused by any of the following:|
- Power failure
- Damage in transit or when moving the appliance
- Improper power supply, such as low voltage, defective household wiring, or inadequate fuses
- Accident, alteration, misuse or abuse of the appliance, such as using non-approved accessories, inadequate air circulation in the room, or abnormal operating conditions (extreme temperatures)
- Use in commercial or industrial applications
- Fire, water damage, theft, war, riot, hostility, or acts of God such as hurricanes, floods, etc.
- Use of force or damage caused by external influences
- Partial or completely dismantled appliances
- Excess wear and tear by the user
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