Dynamic Cooking Systems RF15I Installation Manual
ICE MAKER
Use and Care and Installation Guide
MODELS:
RF15I
A MESSAGE TO OUR CUSTOMERS
Thank you for selecting this DCS Ice Maker. Because of this appliance’s unique features, we have developed this Use and Care
and Installation Guide. It contains valuable information on how to properly install, operate, and maintain your new appliance for years of safe and enjoyable operation.
To help serve you better, please fill out and submit your Product Registration by visiting our website at
www.dcsappliances.com and selecting “Customer Care” on the home page and then select “Product Registration”. In
addition, keep this guide handy, as it will help answer questions that may arise as you use your new appliance.
For your convenience, product questions can be answered by a DCS Customer Care Representative at 1-888-936-7872, or
email: customer.care@fisherpaykel.com.
NOTE: Please write the Model, Code, and Serial Numbers on this page for references (the serial plate is located on the lower
right side of the inside front panel. See Fig. 02.).
MODEL NUMBER
CODE
SERIAL NUMBER
NOTE: Inspect the product to verify that there is no shipping damage. If any damage is detected, call the shipper and initiate
a damage claim. DCS by Fisher & Paykel is not responsible for shipping damage.
DO NOT discard any packing material (box, pallet, straps) until the unit has been inspected.
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY PRACTICES AND PRECAUTIONS 3
UNPACKING YOUR ICE MAKER 4
PARTS IDENTIFICATION 5
INSTALLATION
Select location 6
Cabinet clearance 6
Leveling legs 6
Electrical connection 6
Grounding method 6
Drain plumbing 7
Water supply 7
OPERATION 8
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Care of the unit 9
Cleaning your unit 9
Preparing the ice maker for storage and winterizing 10-11
Things to remember 12
Help prevent tragedies 12
TROUBLESHOOTING 1316
SERVICE 17
WARRANTY 1819
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SAFETy pRACTiCES & pRECAUTiONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons read these SAFETY PRACTICES AND PRECAUTIONS before operating this appliance. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide.
WARNiNG
When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including the following:
DANGER!
This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be ■
supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old ice maker: ■
1. Take off the doors.
2. Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
ELECTRiCAL
This appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instruction before it is used. ■
Never unplug your ice maker by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet. ■
Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord ■
that shows cracks or abrasion along its length or at either the plug or appliance end. If the power supply cord is damaged,
it must only be replaced by your Fisher & Paykel Appliances Authorized Service Center because special purpose tools are
required.
Unplug your ice maker before cleaning, or replacing the light bulb. ■
STORiNG FOOD AND DRiNkS
Never store volatile or flammable materials in your ice maker as they may explode. ■
Never freeze liquids in glass containers. Liquid expands during freezing which may cause the container to explode. ■
Do not consume food if it is too cold. Food removed from the ice maker may be cold enough to cause damage when brought ■
into contact with bare skin, e.g. frozen ice cubes.
CLEANiNG
Many commercially available cleaning products contain solvents which may attack plastic components of your ice maker and ■
cause them to crack. Please refer to the Care and Maintenance section of this booklet for further advice (see pages 9
and 11).
DiSpOSAL
Extreme care must be taken when disposing of your old appliance to avoid hazards. The refrigerant gas must be safely ■
removed.
Your Fisher & Paykel Appliances Authorized Service Center will be able to give advice on environmentally friendly methods of ■
disposing of your old ice maker.
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UNpACkiNG yOUR iCE MAkER
14-7/8”
34-1/4” min.
21-1/2”
REMOvE pACkAGiNG
Your ice maker has been packed for shipment with all parts that could be damaged by movement securely fastened. Before
using, be sure all packing materials and tape have been removed.
iMpORTANT
Keep your carton packaging until your ice maker has been thoroughly inspected and found to be in good condition. If there is damage, the packaging will be needed as proof of damage in transit.
NOTE: Inspect the product to verify that there is no shipping damage. If any damage is detected, call the shipper and initiate
a damage claim. DCS by Fisher & Paykel is not responsible for shipping damage.
DO NOT discard any packing material (box, pallet, straps) until the unit has been inspected.
SpECiFiCATiONS
Exterior Cabinet Dimensions:
Height 34-1/4” min.
Width 14-7/8”
Depth 21-1/2”
Shipping Weight: 100 lbs.
Electrical Requirements: 115VAC/60 Hz
You need to have the
following materials for
proper installation: 1/4” OD copper tubing,
shut-off valve and 5/8” ID rubber drain tube
Water supply: 1/4” OD copper tubing (subject to local codes), 20-100 PSI. For water connection, allow 2”
behind the unit.
Drain: 5/8” ID rubber tube (subject to local codes). Unit must drain into a 1-1/2” ID minimum stand
pipe.
Drain Pump (optional): RF15I-P
Ice Capacity: up to 35 lbs. per day (75º F ambient)
Fig. 01
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pARTS iDENTiFiCATiON
Fig. 02
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iNSTALLATiON
SELECT LOCATiON
The proper location will ensure peak performance of your appliance. Choose a location where the unit will be out of rain
and direct sunlight and away from heat sources. Best performance will be maintained when installed within the following
parameters:
IDEAL AMBIENT TEMPERATURE RANGE*
Built-In 55-80 degrees F
Freestanding 55-90 degrees F
*Ice Maker will not perform correctly in ambient temperature less than 55 degrees F.
CABiNET CLEARANCE
Ventilation is required from the bottom front section of the unit where the grill
is located. Keep this area open and clear of any obstructions.
Adjacent cabinets and countertop can be built around the unit as long as no
top trim or countertop is installed lower than the top of the hinge. The unit
must be able to be removed from the cabinet for service.
SiDE TRiM iNSTALLATiON:
Attach side trim to the inner side of the cabinet so that the trim faces outward
(away from the appliance’s door) and fasten with appropriate screws suitable
for the type of cabinet material.
LEvELiNG LEGS
Make certain your ice maker is level. Adjustable legs at the front corners of the
unit should be set so the unit is firmly positioned on the floor and the front is
raised just enough so that the door closes easily when opened about halfway.
Turn leveling legs clockwise to raise unit, counterclockwise to lower it.
ELECTRiCAL CONNECTiON
Check the serial nameplate for the correct power supply. Use only the electrical power supply specified on the serial nameplate (the serial plate is located
on the lower right side of the inside front panel- see Fig. 02). DO NOT USE AN
EXTENSION CORD.
Island Preparation
Side Trim Installation
Mounting
screws not
provided
Fig. 03
GROUNDiNG METhOD
This product is factory equipped with a power supply cord that has a three-pronged,
grounded plug. It must be plugged into a mating grounding type receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code and applicable local codes and ordinances (see
Fig. 04. If the circuit does not have a grounding type receptacle, it is the responsibility and obligation of the customer to exchange the existing receptacle in accordance
with the National Electrical Code and applicable local codes and ordinances. The third
ground prong should not, under any circumstances, be cut or removed. All U.L. listed
refrigerated products are equipped with this type of plug.
WARNiNG
This unit should not, under any circumstances, be ungrounded.
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Fig. 04
iNSTALLATiON
DRAiN pLUMBiNG
Your ice maker uses a gravity drain (Fig. 05) that requires 5/8” I.D. tubing from the back of the ice maker to a plumbed
connection to a sanitary sewer. Remove the access panel to plumb in drain connection. Gravity drain location for built-in
units can be within the area shown in Fig. 07. An optional drain pump (RF15I-P)(Fig. 06) can be purchased for your ice maker
if a gravity drain is not accessible.
Observe and follow all local codes when installing ice
maker.
WARNiNG
Failure to use an adequate drainage system will
result in surrounding water damage and/or poor
ice production.
WATER SUppLy
The ice maker must be connected to a potable, active
cold water supply line delivering water pressure at a
minimum of 20 psi and a maximum of 120 psi.
Water connection is made through a right angle ■
garden hose style fitting supplied with the ice maker.
See “garden hose style fitting” for a detailed instruction sheet. DO NOT USE ANY THREAD SEALERS.
A water filter can be used with this unit. A quality ■
filter can help remove particles as well as remove
taste and odors from water and prolong life.
DO NOT USE A “REVERSE OSMOSIS” FILTERING DEVICE. ■
Softened water is not recommended. This will ■
produce soft, cloudy ice cubes that will stick together.
De-ionized water is not recommended. This water will ■
not form solid ice cubes.
A water specialist can recommend proper water treat- ■
ment.
After installation of water line, turn on water and ■
check for any leaks. Additional tightening may be
needed.
Allow for extra water line for built-in installations for ■
easy removal of unit and to help prevent the water
line from kinking.
Fig. 05
Fig. 06
Fig. 07
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OpERATiON
Your ice maker is unique in forming ice. It uses fractional freezing to form a slab of ice that is clear and has less mineral
content than the water it is produced from. This is accomplished by running water over the cold evaporator plate which
gradually freezes the water to produce the ice slab. Mineral deposits are left in the reservoir.
When the ice slab reaches the correct thickness determined by the temperature of the evaporator plate, the electronic
control switches to the harvest cycle to harvest the ice. During the harvest cycle, the ice slab falls from the evaporator to the
ice grid cutter. Here, the ice slab is cut into 3/4” squares by the grid cutter’s heated wires. During the harvest cycle, the drain
valve will remain open for 45 seconds to drain the reservoir of remaining deposits. After that, the water valve will open for
two (2) minutes providing two (2) quarts of water to the reservoir for the next production cycle.
The ice maker will keep producing ice until the ice maker’s bin is full and will restart automatically when ice needs to be
replenished in the bin.
Fig. 08
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CARE AND MAiNTENANCE
CARE OF ThE UNiT
Avoid leaning on the unit’s door. You may bend the door hinge or tip the unit.A.
Exercise caution when sweeping, vacuuming or mopping near the front of the unit. Damage to the grill and/or switch B.
can occur.
Periodically clean the inside of the ice maker components and inside of the unit. Unplug the maker prior to doing so.C.
Periodically check and/or clean the front grille and condenser coils as needed.D.
Your ice maker has a stainless steel door and cabinet. To keep it looking at its best, we recommend periodically applying a E.
stainless steel cleaner and a non-abrasive stainless steel polish. This is especially important for outdoor applications and
locations near salt-water environments.
CLEANiNG yOUR UNiT
Some impurities will remain and build up in the ice maker and stick to the ice maker’s parts over time. This build-up must
be removed for proper ice production, ice quality, and ice maker life. Your ice maker is equipped with a cleaning mode that
will help in cleaning out these impurities. This build-up of impurities will need to be cleaned regularly (at the very least,
annually), depending on use and water hardness. You can use an acid such as one specified for ice maker cleaning or you
can use citric acid to remove the build-up. To clean the ice maker:
Switch the selector switch to the “OFF” position.A.
Remove the drain plug at the bottom of the reservoir to drain any remaining water and then reinstall.B.
Add the recommended cleaning solution to the reservoir of the ice maker. Access to the reservoir can be obtained C.
by removing the front panel screws and the front panel. Determine the proper amount of cleaner from the ice maker
cleaner manufacturer’s mixture ratio based on three (3) quarts of water (refer to the manufacturer’s directions).
Replace the front cover panel and close the door.D.
Switch the selector switch on the grille of the ice maker to the “CLEAN” position. Three (3) quarts of water will automati-E.
cally be added to the cleaning solution.
The total cleaning time will end in 49 minutes. The cleaning cycle will automatically rinse the evaporator plate and also F.
drain the cleaning solution and rinse with water.
After the cleaning cycle has ended, remove the front panel again and check that the build-up has been removed. The G.
evaporator plate should be clean, shiny, and smooth to the touch. If build-up is still visible, repeat the cleaning cycle
above. If build-up is removed, continue below.
Remove the distributor tube, hose clamp, hose and its rubber ends.H.
Thoroughly clean the inside of the distributor tube and I.
the spray holes. You can use the same cleaning solution
as before and an old toothbrush to reach the inside of the
distributor tube (Fig. 09).
Reinstall the rubber ends, hose, and hose clamp to the J.
distributor and then reinstall the distributor tube to the
evaporator with the spray holes pointed to the bottom of
the evaporator plate. Reinstall the front cover panel with the
two (2) front panel screws.
Fig. 09
Clean the ice maker’s interior, ice scoop, interior door panel and door gasket with mild soap and water. Using two (2) K.
tablespoons of baking soda in one (1) quart of warm water while cleaning will help remove odors. Rinse with fresh water.
DO NOT USE ANY ABRASIVE CLEANING PRODUCTS.
Your ice maker is now clean and sanitized and may be put back into operation by switching the selector switch to the “ON”
position.
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CARE AND MAiNTENANCE
pREpARiNG ThE iCE MAkER FOR STORAGE AND WiNTERiZiNG
If the ice maker is moved, not used for an extended period of time, or will be in an area that will be near freezing temperatures, it is necessary to remove any remaining water in the ice-making system.
CAUTiON
This ice maker must have all water drained and removed to prevent ice maker damage as well as possible water
damage to the surrounding area in freezing conditions. These damages are not covered under warranty.
WARNiNG
Do not use any type of anti-freeze or other solution as a substitution for properly draining the ice maker.
CLEAN ThE iCE MAkER
Cleaning the ice maker will help prevent mold and mildew growth as well as sanitize the unit for storage or when it is put
back into service.
Remove all ice from the ice storage bin.A.
Pull the reservoir drain plug to drain reservoir water.B.
Reinstall the drain plug after all of the water has drained.C.
Add ice maker cleaning solution to ice maker’s reservoir.D.
Switch the rocker switch in the grill to CLEAN position.E.
The CLEAN cycle will complete in 49 minutes.F.
DRAiNiNG AND REMOviNG WATER FROM ThE iCE-MAkiNG SySTEM
Turn off water supply to the ice maker.A.
Disconnect the water supply fitting at the inlet of the water valve.B.
Switch the rocker switch to CLEAN for approximately one (1) minute. This will energize and open the water valve and C.
remove most of the water from the water valve and the water valve’s outlet water line to the reservoir.
Switch the rocker switch to OFF position. This will energize and open the drain valve to drain the reservoir and the ice D.
maker’s drain system.
Unplug the unit from the electrical outlet.E.
Remove the back panel from the rear of the unit.F.
Disconnect the water valve’s outlet water line to the reservoir and drain the remaining water from the water line trap area.G.
Reconnect the water valve outlet water line and tighten the compression nut to a watertight seal.H.
Reinstall the unit’s back panel.I.
Clean and dry the ice maker’s storage bin.J.
Prop the door open for air circulation to prevent mold and mildew.K.
Leave the water supply line disconnected or reconnect the supply line and leave it shut off. DO NOT turn the water on L.
and allow water to enter back into the water valve.
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CARE AND MAiNTENANCE
pREpARiNG ThE iCE MAkER FOR STORAGE AND WiNTERiZiNG
DRAiNiNG WATER FOR OpTiONAL DRAiN pUMp AppLiCATiONS
Remove the drain pump from the ice maker (refer to Drain Pump Installation Instructions).A.
Drain the water in the drain pump’s reservoir by turning the pump upside down and allowing water to drain through the B.
pump’s inlet and vent tube fittings.
After all water is drained, reinstall the drain pump. Make certain all tubing is installed and all hose clamps are tight (refer C.
to Drain Pump Installation Instructions).
TO RESTART ThE iCE MAkER
With the rocker switch in the OFF position, plug the unit into an electrical outlet.A.
Reconnect or turn on the water supply line.B.
Reconnect drain tubing if removed.C.
Turn the rocker switch to the ON position.D.
Check the water inlet, drain lines, and fittings for any water leaks.E.
Check drain pump (if equipped) operation by pouring approximately two (2) quarts of water into the ice storage bin. The F.
drain pump should activate and discharge water (refer to Drain Pump Installation Instructions). Check for water leaks at
all hose connections.
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CARE AND MAiNTENANCE
50° 70°
70° 34 lbs. 32 lbs.
80° 30 lbs. 27 lbs.
90° 23 lbs. 20 lbs.
Water Temperature F
Water Temperature F
Ambient Temperature F
Ambient Temperature F
Production Rate
(LB/day)*
Approximate time to ll bin
(Hours)*
50° 70°
70° 31 hrs. 34 hrs.
80° 41 hrs. 58 hrs.
90° 60 hrs. 82 hrs.
* Note: Due to variables in installation and use, individual results may vary.
ThiNGS TO REMEMBER
Allow your ice maker to run for 24-48 hours to accumulate ice in the ice maker’s bin. ■
Unit will cycle often between ice production and ice harvest cycles. ■
Your unit will automatically stop producing when the ice bin is full. ■
Unplug your ice maker before working on the unit. ■
Keep your ice maker clean for proper ice quality, production, and unit life. ■
Room and water temperatures will greatly affect the output of ice in your unit (see table, Fig. 10). Ice will also melt away, ■
especially at the start of an empty bin, but melting will slow as ice accumulates.
Fig. 10
hELp pREvENT TRAGEDiES
Each year children die because they climb inside a discarded refrigeration product, get trapped inside and suffocate. Take
precautions to prevent such tragedies by removing the door or by taping or chaining it shut before discarding.
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