Congratulations on your purchase of the
industry's quietest clear ice machine with
the best ice clarity and purity. Your new investment is protected by a limited warranty
for the rst year, and hermetically sealed
refrigeration system parts are covered for
an additional 4 years.
Here's your guide to the operation and maintenance of your
Marvel Clear Ice Machine to ensure years of enjoyment. If
you have any questions, please contact Marvel Customer
Service or Tech Support at:
Phone: (800) 223-3900
Email:
• Customer Service: orderdesk@agamarvel.com
• Tech Support: techsupport@agamarvel.com
Warranty Registration:
We encourage all new ice machine owners to take a moment to register their product for a more tailored experience
should you need support from us in the future. It's recommended to send in your warranty registration card immediately after taking delivery of your appliance.
To Register:
• Mail in your warranty registration card or register online
at marvelrefrigeration.com
• The following elds are required:
• Service Number
• Serial Number
• Date of Purchase
• Dealer Name and Address
• The service number and serial number can be found on
the serial plate located on the inside of the cabinet on
the left side (See Figure 1).
XXXXXXXXXXXX
XXXXXXXXXXXX
Figure 1
About your Marvel clear ice machine:
Performance
• The quietest ice machine you can buy.
• New energy-saving options to conserve water and
energy.
• Engineered to consistently produce pure, clear ice with
unrivaled clarity and slower melt.
• Produces up to 39 pounds of clear ice daily.
• Close Door Assist System™ prevents energy loss by
automatically drawing door to a gentle close.
Storage Capabilities
• Stores 35 pounds of clear ice in thermo-insulated ice
bin.
• Sleek scoop design is positioned for easy reach.
• Eco Ice™, Delayed Start and Vacation mode adapts ice
production to usage.
• Audible alerts and programmed cleaning reminders.
Aesthetics
• New IlluminICE™ feature projects LED lighting through
clear ice for a dazzling illumination effect.
• Designer handle and white interior.
• Easy-to-install panel-ready option.
• 4" black adjustable toe kick.
• Height adjustment up to 1" with leveling legs.
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UNPACKING YOUR APPLIANCE
Important Safety Instructions
Warnings and safety instructions appearing in this guide
are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care
must be exercised when installing, maintaining, or operating this appliance.
Recognize Safety Symbols,
Words, and Labels.
!
WARNING
WARNING - You can be killed or seriously injured
if you do not follow these instructions.
is committed to building a quality product
in an environmentally friendly manner. Our processes are
tightly controlled and closely monitored. We have achieved
certications in ISO 9001 for quality assurance, ISO 14001
for environmental management, and OHSAS 18001 for occupational health and safety from Lloyd’s Register Quality
Assurance.
!
WARNING
EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD
Use two or more people to move product.
Failure to do so can result in personal injury.
Remove Interior Packaging
Your appliance has been packed for shipment with all parts
that could be damaged by movement securely fastened.
Remove internal packing materials and any tape holding internal components in place. The owners manual is shipped
inside the product in a plastic bag along with the warranty
registration card, and other accessory items.
!
CAUTION
CAUTION-Hazards or unsafe practices which could re-
sult in personal injury or property / product damage.
NOTE
NOTE-Important information to help assure a problem
free installation and operation.
!
WARNING
State of California Proposition 65 Warning:
This product contains one or more chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer.
!
WARNING
State of California Proposition 65 Warning:
This product contains one or more chemicals known
to the State of California to cause birth defects or
other reproductive harm..
Important
Keep your carton and packaging until your appliance 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. Afterwards please dispose of all
items responsibly.
!
WARNING
Dispose of the plastic bags which can be a suffocation hazard.
Note to Customer
This merchandise was carefully packed and thoroughly
inspected before leaving our plant. Responsibility for its
safe delivery was assumed by the retailer upon acceptance
of the shipment. Claims for loss or damage sustained in
transit must be made to the retailer.
NOTE
DO NOT RETURN DAMAGED MERCHANDISE TO THE
MANUFACTURER - FILE THE CLAIM WITH THE
RETAILER.
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INSTALLING YOUR APPLIANCE
!
CAUTION
If the appliance was shipped, handled, or stored in other
than an upright position for any period of time, allow the appliance to sit upright for a period of at least 24 hours before
plugging in. This will assure oil returns to the compressor.
Plugging the appliance in immediately may cause damage
to internal parts.
!
WARNING
WARNING - Help Prevent Tragedies
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of
the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still
dangerous - even if they sit out for "just a few hours".
!
CAUTION
Front Grille
Do not obstruct the front grille. The openings within the
front grille allow air to ow through the condenser heat exchanger. Restrictions to this air ow will result in increased
energy usage, loss of cooling capacity and low ice production. For this reason it is important this area not be obstructed and the grille openings kept clean. AGA MARVEL does
not recommend the use of a custom made grille as air ow
may be restricted. (See Figure 2).
Front Grille,
keep this area
open.
If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please
follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.
Before you throw away your old refrigerator or
freezer:
• Take off the doors or remove the drawers.
• Leave the shelves in place so children may not
easily climb inside.
Select Location
The proper location will ensure peak performance of your
appliance. We recommend a location where the ice machine will be out of direct sunlight and away from heat
sources. To ensure your product performs to specications,
the recommended installation location temperature range
is from 55 to 90°F (13 to 32°C) for built in ice machines and
55 to 100°F (13 to 38°C) for freestanding ice machines. Ice
machines will not perform correctly in ambient temperatures less than 55°F (13°C).
Cabinet Clearance
Ventilation is required from the bottom front of the appliance. Keep this area open and clear of any obstructions.
Adjacent cabinets and counter top can be installed around
the appliance as long as the front grille remains unobstructed.
Front Leveling
Legs
Figure 2
Rear
Leveling
Legs
Leveling Legs
Adjustable legs at the front and rear corners of the appli-
ance should be set so the unit is rmly positioned on the
oor and level from side to side and front to back. The
overall height of your Marvel appliance may be adjusted
between the minimum, 311⁄8" (79.1 cm), by turning the level-
ing leg in) and the maximum, 321⁄8" (81.6 cm) by turning the
leveling leg out).
To adjust the leveling legs, place the appliance on a solid
surface and protect the oor beneath the legs to avoid
scratching the oor. With the assistance of another person,
lean the appliance back to access the front leveling legs.
Raise or lower the legs to the required dimension by turning
the legs. Repeat this process for the rear by tilting the appliance forward using caution. On a level surface check the
appliance for levelness and adjust accordingly.
The front grille screws may be loosened to raise or lower
the grille to the desired height. When adjustment is complete tighten the two front grille screws. (See Figure 5).
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Figure 3
INSTALLING YOUR APPLIANCE
!
Do not remove
ground prong
• Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.
They can be hazardous and can degrade product
performance.
• This appliance should not, under any circumstances, be installed to an un-grounded electrical supply.
• Do not remove the grounding prong from the power
cord. (See Figure 3).
• Do not use an adapter. (See Figure 4).
• Do not splash or spray water from a hose on the
appliance. Doing so may cause an electrical shock,
which may result in severe injury or death.
Electrical Connection
A grounded 115 volt, 15 amp dedicated circuit is required.
Electrical Shock Hazard
WARNING
Figure 4
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 Figure 6). If the circuit does
not have a grounding type receptacle, it is the responsibility
and obligation of the customer to provide the proper power
supply. The third ground prong should not, under any circumstances, be cut or removed.
Figure 6
Figure 5
Front grille
Front grille screw
NOTE
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) are prone to nuisance tripping which will cause the appliance to shut down.
GFCI’s are generally not used on circuits with power equipment that must run unattended for long periods of time, unless required to meet local building codes and ordinances.
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CAUTION
INSTALLING THE DRAIN PLUMBING
!
CAUTION
Failure to use an adequate drainage system, will result in
surrounding water damage and/or poor ice production.
!
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Reasonable care and safe methods should be practiced. Do NOT work with energized electrical equipment in a wet area. Read and follow the installation
instructions listed in this manual.
Drain Plumbing
Your ice machine requires drain plumbing. There are 2
variations of ice machines in regards to the installation of
the drain plumbing, without a drain pump (gravity drain),
and with a drain pump.
Gravity Drain (no drain pump):
The ice machine is shipped with the drain line installed,
coiled and secured to the back of the cabinet as shown
in Figure 7. It can be uncoiled, routed to an appropriate
drain and cut to length as required. Additionally there is the
provision of drain routing through the cut-out in the bottom
of the unit, (see the gray area in Figure 8). A drain can be
installed in this gray area with the drain line cut to a short
length and positioned into the drain as shown in Figure 9,
or if the ice machine is to be built-in, the drain tube could be
routed through a hole in the oor in this gray area to a drain
below.
Observe and follow all local building codes
when installing this ice machine and drain
lines.
(17mm)
Drain access in
bottom of unit
21⁄4"(5.7 cm)
Figure 8
51⁄8" (13 cm)
211⁄2"
(54.6 cm)
C
L
11
⁄16"
(10.4 cm)
(11.5 cm)
Water
supply
inlet
11⁄4"
(3.2 cm)
C
L
43⁄32"
147⁄8"
(37.8 cm)
417⁄32"
Drain pipe, (not
provided)
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CAUTION
The gravity drain line must be routed no higher than 6"
(15.2 cm) off the oor to assure proper drainage.
Drain line coiled
and secured to
the back of the
unit
Figure 7
Uncoil the drain line, route
to an appropriate drain and
cut to the required length
Drain tubing, cut
to length and in-
stall in the drain
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Access
panel
Figure 9
Sanitary
trap
INSTALLING THE DRAIN PLUMBING
With a factory installed drain pump:
The Marvel Drain Pump is designed to remove drain water
from ice machines installed in areas without direct drainage
access. The sealed reservoir pump collects the melted ice
water and pumps it to a maximum lift of eight (8) feet (2.44
meters) using no more than the 20 feet of 3⁄8” I.D. vinyl tub-
ing.
If the ice machine has a factory installed drain pump. Discharge tubing is coiled up and attached to the back of the
ice machine. The 3⁄8 inch I.D. tubing needs to be plumbed
and connected to a sanitary sewer. Refer to Figure 10.
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CAUTION
This drain pump is designed to be installed in Marvel ice
machines only and is approved for use with water only.
Optional Drain Pump.
An optional drain pump is available if you have purchased
an ice machine without one and do not have access to a
gravity drain. Installation instructions are provided with the
optional drain pump. Contact AGA Marvel customer service
at 800-223-3900 or your dealer for ordering.
Drain line coiled and
secured to the back of the
cabinet. Uncoil, route to
an appropriate drain and
cut to length.
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WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Risk of electrcal shock or personal injury could occur
due to moving components, if the machine compartment access cover is removed before unplugging the
ice machine power cord.
Drain pump
vent tube.
Keep this
open to
assure air
ows freely
as water
enters the
pump reservoir.
Figure 10
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INSTALLING THE WATER SUPPLY
Water Supply
!
CAUTION
Observe and follow all local building codes when installing
this appliance.
This ice machine must be connected to a potable cold water supply line. delivering water pressure between a minimum of 20 psi and a maximum of 120 psi.
Use 1⁄4" copper tubing for your water supply which is avail-
able at any local hardware or plumbing supply store. Route
the 1⁄4" copper tubing to suit your installation being sure not
to kink the tubing. Purchase enough copper tubing length to
allow a coil to be formed behind the unit for a "service loop"
which will allow the appliance to be pulled out from the
installation for servicing or cleaning. (See Figure 11). Connect the copper tubing to the "top side" of a cold water pipe
to prevent the ice-maker from plugging with sediment.
A shutoff valve is recommended on the water supply line to
ease servicing the appliance. NOTE: A SELF-PIERCING TYPE VALVE IS NOT RECOMMENDED as they are prone
to clogging with sediment which will create pressure drop
reducing the water supply to the unit.
Connect the copper tubing water supply to the water valve
inlet with the compression nut tting provided.
IMPORTANT: Secure the water supply line to the back of
the cabinet with the screw and strain relief clamp provided
in the corner of the back panel. (See Figure 11).
Water supply
service loop
to shut off
valve)
Figure 11
Back view of
ice machine
Water
Supply
Line
Clamp and
Screw
Water
supply
line
Make certain all connections are watertight after installation. Form the tubing so that it will not vibrate against the
cabinet body or kink when your appliance is moved in and
out of position.
This ice machine is designed to make clear ice from the
majority of water sources on a daily basis. If your results
are unsatisfactory, your water may need to be ltered or
treated. A water specialist can recommend proper water
treatment.
!
CAUTION
To prevent water leaks:
• The water line tting is to be used with copper tubing
only. Do not use with plastic tubing.
• Do not use any thread sealers on this water line tting.
Compression
tting
Water valve
inlet
NOTE
Reverse osmosis, (RO), water, softened water, and deionized water are not recommended as they can adversely
affect the quality and quantity of the ice.
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OPERATION OF THE ICE MACHINE
The Ice Making Process
Your ice machine is unique in how it forms ice with fractional freezing to form a slab of ice that is clear and has less
dissolved solids than the water it is produced from. This is
accomplished by running water over the cold evaporator
plate (see Figure 12) which gradually freezes the water to
produce the ice slab. Pure water freezes rst, leaving the
dissolved solids in the residual reservoir water to provide
clear ice.
Figure 12
When the ice slab reaches the correct thickness, the ice
sheet is released and slides onto the grid cutter (see Figure
14). Here, the ice slab is cut into squares by the grid cutter’s heated wires (see Figure 15). The water containing
the dissolved minerals is drained after each freezing cycle.
Fresh water enters the machine for the next ice making
cycle.
Figure 14
Water distributor
Ice machine
electronic
control in top
of door
Front
panel
Grid Cutter
Ice
Deector
Bin Level
Sensor
Evaporator
Circulation
Pump
Water
reservoir
Reservoir
drain plug
Figure 13
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OPERATION OF ICE MACHINE
The ice machine will keep producing ice until the ice
machine’s bin is full and will restart automatically when ice
needs to be replenished in the bin. The ice bin is not refrigerated, and some melting will occur by design to preserve
the ice quality and clarity. Allow your ice machine to run for
24-48 hours to accumulate ice in the ice machine’s bin.
Figure 15
Ice Production
In normal mode the ice machine will produce up to 39
pounds (17.7 kg) of clear ice in a 24-hour period when
installed in a 72°F ambient with a 55°F water supply. In
"ECO" mode (see page 16) the ice machine will produce up
to 29 pounds (13.2 kg) of clear ice in the 24 hour period.
NOTE
“Initial” ice production and ice accumulated in the storage
bin will vary signicantly. This is normal. During the rst
24-hours of operation the unit will produce up to 39 lbs of
ice at the above ambient and water temperature conditions,
but when starting with an empty ice storage bin, the storage
bin may only accumulate up to 18 lbs of ice. By design,
the ice storage bin is maintained at a temperature slightly
above freezing to allow the stored ice to slowly melt, to
preserve the ice quality and clarity and assure a constant
supply of fresh ice. As ice is accumulated in the bin, the ice
production rate will overcome the ice melt and the storage
bin will ll to capacity.
The bin level sensor is located in the ice bin, it senses
when the ice supply is low or full and starts or stops the ice
making process accordingly.
NOTE
If the water supply is turned off to the ice machine be sure
to set the electronic control to the "OFF" position or remove
power to the unit.
New Sounds
The ice machine will make sounds that are different than
your household refrigerator. Because these sounds are
new to you they may be of a concern but are most likely
normal. The ice production process will make noises that
are not typical in a refrigeration product, ice falling onto
hard surfaces, water cascading across the evaporator, and
valves opening and closing. Following are some of the
sounds that you may hear:
A buzzing sound will be heard when the water valve
opens to ll the water reservoir.
A rattling noise which could be water owing through the
water line.
A splashing sound when water is owing over the evaporator plate and into the water reservoir.
A "thud" when the ice slab is released from the evaporator plate and slides onto the grid cutter.
"Clicks" when the cubes fall into the ice storage bin.
A gurgling sound which is refrigerant owing in the ice
machine.
An air noise from the condenser fan.
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PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
ROUGH-IN OPENING DIMENSIONSCABINET DIMENSIONS
MODEL"A""B""C""D""E""F""G""H""J"
MA15C*S
MA15C*P
15"
(38.1 cm)
15"
(38.1 cm)
DOOR STYLE
(S) Solid Door
(P) Solid Overlay Door (no handle)
**313⁄8" to 323⁄8"
(79.7 to 82.2 cm)
**313⁄8" to 323⁄8"
(79.7 to 82.2 cm)
24"
(61 cm)
* 24"
(61 cm)
147⁄8"
(37.8 cm)
147⁄8"
(37.8 cm)
311⁄8" to 321⁄8"
(79.1 to 81.6 cm)
311⁄8" to 321⁄8"
(79.1 to 81.6 cm)
"A"
235⁄8"
(60 cm)
227⁄8"
(58.1 cm)
251⁄2"
(64.8 cm)
-
371⁄16"
(95.4 cm)
371⁄16"
(95.4 cm)
169⁄16"
(42.1 cm)
137⁄8"
35.3 cm)
Figure 16a
Figure 17
"B"
"E"
Figure 16
"C"
(S) Solid door
shown
"D"
If necessary to gain clearance inside the rough-in
opening a hole can be cut through the adjacent cabinet and the power cord routed through this hole to a
power outlet. Another way to increase the available
opening depth is to recess the power outlet into the
rear wall to gain the thickness of the power cord plug.
Not all recessed outlet boxes will work for this application as they are too narrow, but a recessed outlet box
equivalent to Arlington #DVFR1W is recommended for
this application, (see Figure 17).
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PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
PRODUCT DATA
MODEL
MA15C*S115V/60Hz/15A
MA15C*P115V/60Hz/15A
ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS #
PRODUCT
WEIGHT
100 lbs
(45.5 kg)
100 lbs
(45.5 kg)
"J"
* To install MA15C*P model with the door face ush with
** Minimum rough-in opening required is to be larger than
the adjusted height of the cabinet.
# A grounded 15 amp dedicated circuit is required. Follow
all local building codes when installing electrical and appliance.
"H"
"D"
"E"
Figure 18
(S) Solid door
shown
"G"
"F"
211⁄2"
(54.6cm)
(17.6 cm)
CL Gravity
drain
615⁄16"
CL
Water
inlet
47⁄8"
(12.4 cm)
11⁄4"
(3.2 cm)
CL
Water
inlet
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ICE
DOOR
Display icons:
"ON/OFF" icon : used for turning the appliance on and off.
USING YOUR ELECTRONIC CONTROL
On/offMenuDisplay areaDelay timerLock
ECO
hours
1 4 6 8
days
OFFCLEAN
Figure 19
User interface display
NOTE
"MENU" icon : used to access optional functions in the user interface.
"Clock" icon : used to enter the Delay start/
vacation mode.
"LOCK" icon : used to lock out functions in
the user interface.
Display area text:
ICE
ECO
Signies the appliance is on and producing
ice.
Signies the appliance is in economical ice
production mode.
The control display is covered with a clear plastic protec-
tive lm. This lm may be removed by carefully lifting at a
corner.
Starting your clear ice machine:
Plug the ice machine into a 115 volt wall outlet,
(see page 5 for electrical information). Your appliance is shipped from the factory in the "ICE" mode and will
begin start-up of ice production after the start-up routine.
Upon applying power to the unit, or after a power interruption, the Ice machine will perform a self-test, followed by a
harvest cycle to clear any in-process ice production. This
start-up routine, (“after power is applied to the unit”), takes
approximately 13 minutes to complete before an ice production cycle starts.
If the appliance does not start, conrm the wall outlet has
power, and the control is in the "ICE" mode, (see Options
section below). Do not start the ice machine in "ECO"
mode. "ECO" mode should only be used after there is a full
bin of ice.
ICE
OFF
DOOR
CLEAN
Delay start/Vacation mode:
hours
days
Hours or days will be lit
When lit, this signies the delay start/vacation mode is operational.
Signies the appliance is off
Signies a door ajar alarm condition.
Cleaning is recommended or the appliance
is in the clean mode.
1
4
6
8
Hours or days timer is set for
Turning your ice machine On and Off:
If your appliance is on, "ICE" will be displayed.
To turn the appliance off, push and hold the "ON/
OFF" icon for 3-seconds. The display will show
"OFF" .
NOTE
When turned off, the ice machine will complete its
current ice production cycle then shut off.
The drain pump (if equipped) and the interior light
will still be functioning during the OFF mode. To
turn the appliance back on, press and hold the "ON/OFF"
icon for 3-seconds, the display will show "ICE".
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ICE
OFF
ICE
USING YOUR ELECTRONIC CONTROL
!
WARNING
Turning the ice machine "OFF" will only terminate the
ice production, it does not remove power from the appliance. Always unplug the power cord from the wall
outlet before servicing the unit.
Control Lock:
The user interface can be locked to avoid unintentional changes from things like cleaning. To lock
the appliance, push and hold the "LOCK" icon for
5-seconds. The "LOCK" icon will ash 3 times, then change
to steady back-lit. To unlock the user interface, press and
hold the "LOCK" icon for 5-seconds, and the back-light will
turn off.
Delay start/Vacation mode:
Your ice machine is equipped with a delay start function.
This feature can be used to temporarily shut the appliance
off for 1, 4, 6, or 8 hours or days. Upon completion of the
selected delay period, the appliance will resume operation.
This is ideal for temporarily stopping ice machine noises or
to save water and electricity if you are away from home but
want fresh ice upon your return.
To enter the delay start mode, press the "CLOCK"
icon while the appliance is in "ICE" mode. This will
delay the next harvest by the time displayed. Each
additional press of the "CLOCK" icon will add time,
from 1, 4, 6, or 8 hours, to 1, 4, 6, or 8
days. The next press after 8 days will
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leave delay set mode. After the desired
time has been selected, press the "ON/OFF" icon
for 2 seconds to accept, your unit will shut off and a
clock icon and your selected time will be displayed.
When the selected time has elapsed, normal ice production will resume.
hours
days
NOTE
The "LOCK" icon is the only active key in this mode. If other
icons are pressed while in the lock mode the "LOCK" icon
will ash 3 times, and an audible tone will sound, to remind
the user the appliance is in the lock mode.
Door ajar alarm:
If the door is open, or not closed properly for 5
minutes the "DOOR" indicator will illuminate and
ash and an audible tone will sound. The audible
alarm can be muted by pressing the "Lock" keypad.
This alarm condition can be reset by closing the
door or momentarily pressing the "ON/OFF" icon,
(i.e.-if you are cleaning the storage compartment, etc.). The
alarm will recur in 5 minutes if the alarm condition persists.
Error codes:
The ice machine is monitored continuously. Any OPEN or
SHORTED circuit condition with a temperature sensor or
miscommunications between the control and user interface
will initiate an ERROR CODE as listed below:
ErrorDisplayed CodeError DescriptionAction to Take
Bin Sensor error
System Sensor error
Communication error
"OFF" will ash continuously in 1
second intervals in the display. No
audible alarm will sound.
"ICE" will ash continuously in
the display. No audible alarm will
sound.
Continual ashing of all indicators
on the display.
DOOR
Error Codes
Failed temperature sensor. Machine operation will imme-
Failed condenser temperature sensor. Machine opera-
tion will continue but ice production cycle will not adapt to
varying ambient conditions, so ice quality may vary.
Loss of communication between the main board and the
To cancel the delayed start, press and
hold the "ON/OFF" icon until the appli-
OFF
ance enters OFF, then press and hold
the "ON/OFF" icon again until the appliance enters "ICE" mode.
ICE
Clean reminder:
A "CLEAN" reminder will occur every 6 months
to remind you that it may be time to clean your
appliance. Over time mineral build up on the cold
evaporator plate can occur which can adversely
affect the quality of your ice. This build-up is dependent on your water source and usage. Normal ice
production will continue while the "CLEAN" reminder is displayed. You may clear the "CLEAN" reminder at any time
by momentarily pressing the "ON/OFF" icon. When reset,
the "CLEAN" reminder will reset and not occur for another
6 months. If you choose to clean the appliance at this time,
see the options menu section below.
diately enter an OFF state.
user interface.
Call service to have the
temperature sensor replaced.
Call service to have the
temperature sensor replaced.
Call service to have a
diagnostic check.
CLEAN
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CLEANING YOUR ICE MACHINE
Options menu:
Normal and ECO mode:
Your ice machine comes with an optional "ECO" mode.
While in this mode ice production will slow and the appliance will use less water and electricity. "ECO" mode should
only be initiated after there is a full bin of ice. To
enter "ECO" mode do the following:
• Press the "MENU" icon twice and the green
"ECO" will ash.
• Press and hold the "ON/OFF" icon until the
green "ECO" stops ashing and remains illuminated.
• To return to the standard operating rate press
the "MENU" icon twice, the ECO will turn off and
the "ICE" will be ashing. Press and hold the
"ON/OFF" icon until the "ICE" stops ashing
and remains illuminated.
ECO
ICE
Clean mode:
To ensure maximum performance and ice quality, it is
recommended to clean your ice machine once every six
months.
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CAUTION
Use only approved ice machine cleaners and be sure to
follow all label warnings and directions. Incorrect chemical usage, and any damage or injury that may result, is not
covered by warranty.
Once you have your cleaner:
Turn the ice machine off by pressing and holding the
"ON/OFF" icon for 3 seconds. "OFF" will be displayed on the control.
Follow the following three step procedure for
removing the grid cutter cover from the ice machine, Refer
to Figures 22 and 23:
1
-pull out on this corner rst to remove the cover corner
from the mounting peg.
2
-pull out on this corner next to remove it from the
mounting peg.
3
-reach behind cover and push cover towards you to
remove cover from the center mounting peg.
Remove all ice from the ice bin, (see Figure 23).
Drain the water from the water reservoir, by removing the
black plug from the bottom of the fresh water reservoir.
(See Figure 24). After the water is drained replace the plug
in the bottom of the reservoir.
Allow all of the ice to fall from the evaporator plate and
remove any ice from the grid cutter. If there is ice embedded in the grid cutter wires, wait for it to melt and fall out.
Do not try to remove ice that is embedded in the grid
cutter wires as that may break the wires. (See Figures
20 and 21).
OFF
NOTE
For reference see our "Care and Cleaning video" at the
website: www.marvelrefrigeration.com.
To clean your ice machine you will need to purchase a
"nickel safe" ice maker cleaner. Cleaner can be obtained by
contacting AGA Marvel customer service at 800-223-3900
or are available at most appliance retailers or through the
cleaners website. Several recommended cleaners are
• Franklin Machine Products Nickel safe ice machine
cleaner.
!
CAUTION
Forcing ice through the grid cutter will break the grid cutter
wires.
Remove all ice
from the evaporator plate and grid
cutter area that is
not embedded in
wires
Figure 20
Figure 21
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CLEANING YOUR ICE MACHINE
Refer to your cleaning solution instructions to determine
the proper amount of cleaning solution to add based on 2
quarts (1.9 liters) of water. Remove the plastic splash shield
to improve access. (See Figure 25). Pour the cleaning solu-
tion slowly on the evaporator plate so it ows down into the
fresh water reservoir. (See Figure 26).
2
Figure 22
Remove all of
the ice from
the ice bin
3
1
Remove the grid
cutter cover
Replace the splash shield if removed.
Turn the ice machine back on by pressing and
holding the "ON/OFF" icon for 3 seconds. The
display will indicate "ICE" mode. Press and hold the
"MENU" icon until a ashing "CLEAN" is displayed. Press the "ON/OFF" icon until "CLEAN"
stops ashing. Your ice machine will now enter
the clean cycle.
The clean and rinse cycle will take about 49 minutes.
Splash shield
brackets
Figure 25
Splash shield
ICE
CLEAN
Figure 24
Figure 23
Remove the
black reservoir
drain plug from
the bottom of
the reservoir.
Figure 24b
After the clean cycle is complete the ice machine
will return to the "OFF" position.
After the cleaning cycle is completed, verify that all build-up
has been removed. If not repeat the clean cycle procedure.
Evaporator
plate
Grid cutter
Pour cleaning solution slowly
onto the front edge of evaporator plate behind the grid cutter.
Figure 26
OFF
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CLEANING YOUR ICE MACHINE
NOTE
Canceling clean mode:
To exit clean mode press and hold the "ON/OFF" icon
until "OFF" is displayed. Wait 3 minutes for clean mode to
complete it's cancel routine before turning unit back on by
pressing and holding the "ON/OFF" icon. If you turn the unit
back on before the 3 minutes has elapsed, the display will
show "CLEAN" and the unit will shut itself off upon completion of the 3 minute clean cancel routine.
!
WARNING
If you cancel clean mode after adding ice maker
cleaner, you must re-start cleaning and allow clean
cycle to complete to remove the cleaning solution
before resuming ice production.
Optional: After the cleaning cycle has been completed ,
you may wash the interior with a mild detergent / dish soap
or a solution of two tablespoons of baking soda and one
quart of water. Rinse with clean water.
Replace the grid cutter cover.
!
CAUTION
Do not use bleach based cleaners or any abrasive cleaning
products. Chlorine based cleaners will attack the stainless
steel, making it susceptible to corrosion.
Your ice machine is now ready to
restart. Press and hold the "ON/OFF"
icon for 3 seconds until "ICE is displayed.
ICE
NOTE
After cleaning it is recommended you discard the ice produced after 3 hours of ice production.
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OVERLAY DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION
!
CAUTION
Step 1: Verify door alignment
Verify that the door is aligned correctly with the cabinet
prior to fabricating the custom panel. Failure to do so
may result in mis-alignment of the custom panel with the
hinge bracket. The door should be parallel to the sides
and top of the ice machine. If alignment is necessary
the door may be adjusted by loosening the 2 screws
which secure the top and/or bottom hinge adapter
brackets, located on the top and bottom of the door and
adjusting the door side to side. Use a 5⁄32" allen wrench, for this procedure. (See Figure 27 below). When nished aligning the door, tighten the screws securely.
Remove top
hinge pin to reHinge adapter bracket
located on the top and bottom of the door.
move the door.
NOTE
For the door to work properly it is necessary to maintain
a minimum space of 9⁄32" (7mm) between the door and
cabinet ange as shown . This space can be adjusted by
adjusting the top and bottom hinge adapters.
9
⁄32"
(7mm)
Door should be
parallel to top
Figure 27
and sides of
ice machine.
Step 2: Remove door
Remove the top hinge pin from the hinge with an 1/8" allen
wrench. Remove the door by angling the top of the door
outward and lifting the door off the bottom hinge.
(See detail in Figure 27).
Step 3: Remove gasket
Lay the door on its front being careful not to scratch it. To
gain access to the screw mounting holes remove the door
gasket by peeling up and out of the channel.
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OVERLAY DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION
Step 4: Cut overlay panel
Depending on the ice machine model cut the overlay panel
to the dimensions shown in Figure 28 for a right hand
hinged door or Figure 29 for a left hand hinged door. The
2 slots at the top and bottom are required for clearance of
the hinge pins and can be made with a router and 3/8" (9.5
mm) diameter router bit.
!
CAUTION
Weight of the overlay panel should not exceed 20 pounds
(9.1 kilograms).
1
⁄4"
(6.4 mm)
deep
typical
1
⁄2" (12.7 mm)
to center of slot
typical
3
⁄8"
(9.5 mm)
typical
145⁄8"
(37.1 cm)
This side to door
This side
to door
145⁄8"
(37.1 cm)
This side to door
275⁄16"
(69.4 cm)
This side
to door
11
⁄16"
(17.5 mm)
long
typical
Bottom of door
Figure 28
Panel dimensions for
a right hand hinged door
Bottom of door
Figure 29
Panel dimensions for
a left hand hinged door
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OVERLAY DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION
Step 5: Drill necessary handle holes and
mount handle:
This is a convenient time to locate and drill the holes for
your handle. Most often the handle is to match that of the
surrounding cabinetry. If your handle attaches from the
back-side of the custom panel, locate the mounting holes
while the panel is attached to the door and cabinet. After
the panel is removed from the door, drill the mounting holes
from the front, to the recommended diameter of the handle
manufacturer. Counter bore the back-side of the panel so
the screw heads do not interfere with the surface of the
door.
Top hinge
adapter
Hole in
hinge
adapter
Door
Step 6: Drill panel mounting holes
Re-clamp the panel to the door per step 5 and drill the
screw pilot holes for attaching the overlay panel to the door.
Select the size of the hole from Table A. Be careful not to
drill the pilot holes through the overlay panel, 1⁄2" (12.7 mm)
deep for 3⁄4" (19 mm) and 5⁄8" (15.7 mm) panels.
Step 7: Secure overlay panel to the door.
With the #10 wood screws provided, fasten the overlay
panel to the door. (See Figure 31).
Material Type#10 Wood Screw
Hardwood
Softwood
1
⁄8" (3.2 mm) Diameter Pilot Hole
7
⁄64 (2.8 mm) Diameter Pilot Hole
Table A
Figure 30
Overlay
panel
Hole in bottom
hinge adapter
Clearance hole through
door gasket channel
#10 Wood Screw
Back of door
Figure 31
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OVERLAY DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION
Step 8: Install door gasket
Press the door gasket into the door channel. Make certain
the gasket corners are fully inserted. If applicable insert
the key into the lock and make certain the lock operates
properly.
Top hinge pin
Top door hinge
adapter
Top hinge
Step 9: Install the door
Install the top and bottom hinge adapter bushings back into
the hinge adapters that were removed in step 6. Install the
door by reversing the procedure from step 2. Install the top
hinge pin so the screw head is ush with the top surface
of the hinge. A hinge parts reference diagram is shown in
Figure 32.
Top hinge adapter
bushing
Bottom door
hinge adapter
Bottom hinge
adapter bushing
Bottom hinge
cam
Bottom hinge pin
Bottom
hinge
Figure 32
Right hand
hinges shown
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CARE AND CLEANING AND ENERGY SAVING TIPS
Front Grille
Be sure that nothing obstructs the required air ow openings in front of the cabinet. At least once or twice a year,
brush or vacuum lint and dirt from the front grille area (see
page 4).
!
CAUTION
SHOCK HAZARD: Disconnect electrical power from the
appliance before cleaning with soap and water.
Cabinet
The painted cabinet can be washed with either a mild soap
and water and thoroughly rinsed with clear water. NEVER
use abrasive scouring cleaners.
Interior
Wash interior compartment with mild soap and water. Do
NOT use an abrasive cleaner, solvent, polish cleaner, undiluted detergent or chlorine based cleaners.
Care of Appliance
1. Avoid leaning on the door, you may bend the door
hinges or tip the appliance.
2. Exercise caution when sweeping, vacuuming or mop-
ping near the front of the appliance. Damage to the
grille can occur.
3. Periodically clean the interior of the appliance as
needed.
4. Periodically check and/or clean the front grille as
needed.
Energy Saving Tips
The following suggestions will minimize the
cost of operating your ice machine appliance.
1. Do not install your appliance next to a hot appliance,
(stove, dishwasher, etc.). heating air duct, or other heat
sources.
2. Install product out of direct sunlight.
3. Assure the front grille vents at front of the ice machine
beneath the door are not obstructed and kept clean to
allow ventilation for the refrigeration system to expel
heat.
4. Plug your appliance into a dedicated power circuit. (Not
shared with other appliances).
5. Minimize door openings and duration of door openings.
6. Set the control to the “off” position if accessing the
interior to spot clean or remove large quantities of ice
requires the door to be open for an extended period of
time.
7. Use ECO mode if maximum ice production quantities
are not required.
8. Use the delay start function if the ice machine will not
be used for long periods of time.
In the Event of a Power Failure
If a power failure occurs, try to correct it as soon as possible. Minimize the number of door openings while the
power is off so as not to adversely affect the appliance's
temperature.
Light assembly replacement
All models use LED lamps to illuminate the interior of the
appliance. This component is very reliable, but should one
fail, contact a qualied service technician for replacement
of the LED.
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OBTAINING SERVICE
If Service is Required:
• If the product is within the rst year warranty period
please contact your dealer or call AGA MARVEL Customer Service at 800.223.3900 for directions on how to
obtain warranty coverage in your area.
• If the product is outside the rst year warranty period,
AGA MARVEL Customer Service can provide recommendations of service centers in your area. A listing
of authorized service centers is also available at www.
agamarvel.com under the service and support section.
• In all correspondence regarding service, be sure to
give the service number, serial number, and proof of
purchase.
• Try to have information or description of nature of the
problem, how long the appliance has been running, the
room temperature, and any additional information that
may be helpful in quickly solving the problem.
• Table "B" is provided for recording pertinent information
regarding your product for future reference.
For Your Records
Date of Purchase
Dealer’s name
Dealer’s Address
Dealer’s City
Dealer’s State
Dealer’s Zip Code
Appliance Serial Number
Appliance Service Number
Date Warranty Card Sent (Must
be within 10 days of purchase).
Table B
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TROUBLESHOOTING THE ICE MACHINE
Before You Call for Service
If the appliance appears to be malfunctioning, read through
this manual rst. If the problem persists, check the troubleshooting guide below. Locate the problem in the guide and
refer to the cause and its remedy before calling for service.
The problem may be something very simple that can be
solved without a service call. However, it may be required
to contact your dealer or a qualied service technician.
Troubleshooting guide:
!
WARNING
Electrocution Hazard
• Never attempt to repair or perform maintenance on
the appliance until the main electrical power has been
disconnected. Turning the appliance control "OFF"
does not remove electrical power from the unit's wiring.
• Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Ice Machine Operation
Ice machine does not operate
Is the ice machine’s power cord plugged in? Plug the
power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Is the electronic control showing the "ICE" position?
Check the control to be sure it is in the "ICE" position.
Is a fuse blown or a circuit breaker been tripped? Replace a blown fuse or reset a tripped circuit breaker.
Is the temperature of the room cooler than it normally
is? The minimum room temperature is 55°F (13°C). The
bin thermistor may be sensing the room temperature and
shut off before the bin is full of ice. If the room temperature
remains low the ice machine may not restart.
Is there a drain pump in the ice machine? The drain
pump is designed to temporarily shut the unit off when
large quantities of water create a high-limit condition. Wait
a few minutes as the drain pump will continue to operate
to dispose of the excess water. If there is still water in the
ice bin check the drain pump vent line and drain line for
obstructions or kinking.
The ice machine is noisy
Many sounds of an ice machine are different than your
household refrigerator. This subject is discussed on page
10, but check the following:
Do you hear water being circulated in the ice machine? This is a normal sound as water is added once
every ice making cycle.
Is there a "whoosing" sound? Make sure water is getting to the ice machine. Also check to make sure the drain
plug is fully seated in the water reservoir.
Ice Production
Little or no ice production from the ice machine
Is the electronic control set to the "ICE" position?
Check the control to be sure it is in the "ICE" position.
Is water getting to the ice machine? Make sure nothing
is restricting the water supply such as a closed water valve
or a blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker, or a kinked supply line, or low water pressure.
Has the ice machine just been started? A typical ice
production cycle can take up to 11⁄2 hours. Initial start up
cycles can take longer. Check the ice machine after 24
hours for ice accumulation in the bin.
Is the reservoir drain plug in place? Check that the
reservoir drain plug is properly seated.
Is the water distributor tube restricted? Run a cleaning
cycle to clean the ice machine. Also check any lters to
make sure they are not restricted.
Is the condenser fan air ow restricted? Make sure the
grille in the front of the ice machine is open for proper air
circulation.
Is the room and/or water temperature to warm? Move
the ice machine to an area where the ambient temperature
is below 90°F (32°C) or below 100°F (38°C) for freestanding ice machines. The ice machine should not be placed
next to a heat source such as an oven. Check the cold
water connection.
Is there scale build up in the ice machine? If there is
scale build up on the evaporator, the ice machine needs to
be cleaned. See "Cleaning the Ice machine".
Is there an ice slab caught between the evaporator
plate and the grid cutter? First check to see if the ice
machine is level. If the ice machine is level run a cleaning
cycle.
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TROUBLESHOOTING THE ICE MACHINE
Ice Quality
Odor, grey color, or off taste in the ice
Is there mineral scale build up on the evaporator
plate? The ice machine needs cleaning. See "Cleaning
the Ice Machine".
Is there a high mineral content in the water? The water
may need to be ltered.
Are food items being stored in the ice bin? Remove
food from the ice bin.
Unpleasant Odors may require the use of a charcoal lter
on the water supply line.
Clumps of ice
Are there clumps of ice in the bin? If the ice isn’t used
on a regular basis it will melt and form into clumps. Break
up the ice clumps with the ice scoop.
Ice cubes are too big or too small
Is there low ice consumption? Ice is slowly melting in
the ice bin which will affect the size of the cubes. This is
normal. When the ice bin needs to be replenished, cubes
will return to the regular size.
Is the ice slab releasing? Clean the evaporator. See
"Cleaning the Ice Machine".
Is the distributor tube restricted? Check the water line
to the ice machine to make sure there are no restrictions
or kinks in the line. Check all lters to make sure they are
not restricted. Check that the water ows evenly out of the
distributor tube, if not, clean the ice machine. See "Cleaning the Ice Machine".
Troubleshooting the Drain Pump
NOTE
If the drain pump reservoir (not the ice machine bin)
reaches overll condition, the power to the ice machine will
be shut off.
If the ice machine is not working, check the following:
• Make sure there is power at the receptacle.
• Make sure the ice machine is turned on.
• Make sure the ice bin is not full.
Then check the drain pump:
The pump does not run:
• Make sure the pump is plugged in and there is power
to the receptacle.
• Check the inlet to the drain pump for debris and clean
as needed. Remove clamps and inlet tube from drain
pump to check for and remove debris.
• Make certain the vent line is free of kinks/sharp bends
or restrictions.
• Make certain there is enough water to activate the
drain pump. It will take at least one (1) quart (.95 liters)
of water to activate the drain pump.
The pump runs, but no water is pumped out:
• Check that the vent is clear and free of restrictions.
• Check the discharge line to make certain there are no
restrictions.
• Make sure that the discharge tubing has not exceeded
the maximum lift of eight (8) feet (2.44 meters) and the
horizontal run is not greater than twenty (20) feet (6.1
meters).
Plumbing Problems
Is the drain hose aligned over the drain? Move the ice
machine to align the drain.
Is the ice machine draining properly? Check that there
are no kinks or restrictions in the drain lines; this can
cause water to back up in the ice bin. Check that foreign
material is not blocking the ice bin drain located at the
right rear corner of the ice bin. Check the drain pump
discharge and vent line or any restrictions or kinks. Check
that the drain pump is level.
NOTE
If there are plumbing issues outside of the ice machine,
they cannot be repaired by the service technician. A quali-
ed plumber will have to be called.
The pump runs and then quickly turns off repeatedly:
• Check to make certain the drain pump is level.
• Check that the vent is clear and free of restrictions.
The ice machine is running but not producing ice:
• Check to make sure water is not backing up in the ice
bin.
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PREPARING THE ICE MACHINE FOR STORAGE
If the ice machine 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 machine must have all water drained and removed
to prevent ice machine damage as well as possible water
damage to the surrounding area in freezing conditions.
These damages are not covered under warranty.
!
CAUTION
Do not use any type of anti-freeze or other solution as a
substitution for properly draining the ice machine.
Clean the Ice Machine
Cleaning the ice machine will help prevent mold and mildew growth as well as sanitize the ice machine for storage
or when it is put back into service. See page 16 for instructions for cleaning the ice machine.
!
WARNING
Electrocution Hazard
Risk of electrical shock or personal injury could occur
due to moving components, if machine compartment
access cover is removed before unplugging the ice
machine.
Draining and Removing Water from the IceMaking System with a Gravity Drain.
1. Turn off the water supply to the ice machine.
2. Disconnect the water supply tting at the inlet of the
water valve. (See Figure 33a).
3. Change the electronic control to the "CLEAN" position
for approximately one (1) minute. This will energize and
open the water valve and remove most of the water
from the water valve and the water valve’s outlet water
line to the reservoir.
4. Change the electronic control to the "OFF" position.
This will energize and open the drain valve to drain the
reservoir and the ice machine drain system.
5. Unplug the ice machine from the electrical outlet.
6. Remove the access cover from the rear of the ice machine. (See Figure 34).
Figure 33
Back view of
ice machine
Water
supply
line
Water supply
tting
Water valve
inlet
Figure 33a
Access
cover
Screw
Figure 34
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PREPARING THE ICE MACHINE FOR STORAGE
7. Disconnect the water valve’s outlet water line to the
reservoir and drain the remaining water left in the water
line trap area. (See Figure 35 and 35a).
8. Reconnect the water valve outlet water line.
(See Figure 35 and 35a).
9. Reinstall the ice machine’s access cover.
10. Clean and dry the ice machine’s storage bin.
11. Prop the door open for air circulation to prevent mold
and mildew.
12. Leave the water supply line disconnected or reconnect
the supply line and leave it shut off. Do NOT turn the
water on and allow water to enter back into the water
valve.
Draining Water for Factory Installed Drain
Pump Applications
Follow steps 1 through 12 for the gravity drain then do the
following:
13. Install the winterization plug in the water drain hole
inside the ice bin. (See Figure 36).
Figure 35
To disconnect the water outlet
line: Push up on the white collar
and pull the plastic water line
from the bottom of the water
valve.
To reconnect the water outlet
line: Simply insert the plastic
tubing into the white collar and
push until it stops (about 1⁄2", 12
mm, of water line will enter the
valve).
Figure 35a
White
collar
Plastic outlet
water line
Winterization
plug
Figure 36
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PREPARING THE ICE MACHINE FOR STORAGE
14. Remove the top clamp from the vent tube, for easier
access for the air hose.
15. Apply air pressure (approximately 10 psi) to the end of
the vent tube which will purge the remainder of the
water from the drain pump and the drain line. (See
Figure 37).
16. Reinstall the vent tube and clamp to the back of the ice
machine and remove the winterization plug from the ice
bin and save it for future use.
Vent
tube
Remove
clamp
screw
Drain Pump Removal Instructions:
1. Unplug the ice machine from the electrical supply and
remove the rear access cover from the ice machine.
(See page 27 for instructions).
2. Unscrew the leveling leg in the back corner until the
end of the threaded portion is ush with the threaded
nut insert in the base. (see Figure 39 ).
3. Unscrew the 3 hose clamps and remove the 3 hoses
from the front of the drain pump. (See Figure 39).
4. Rotate the drain pump and remove from the ice machine, (See Figure 38). It may be necessary to discon-
nect the ground wire connection in the back ange of
the cabinet. (See Figure 39).
5. Disconnect the ice machine power cord from the drain
pump (See Figure 40).
6. Drain the water in the drain pump’s reservoir by turning the pump upside down and allowing water to drain
through the pump’s inlet and vent tube ttings.
7. Installation of drain pump is reverse of this procedure.
Figure 37
Drain
line
To Restart the Ice Machine
1. Reconnect or turn on the water supply line.
2. Reconnect drain tubing if removed.
3. Plug in the power cord to a wall outlet and turn the ice
machine on, (refer to page 14 for turning the ice machine on and off).
4. Check the water inlet, drain lines, and ttings for any
water leaks.
5. Check drain pump (if equipped) operation by pouring
approximately two (2) quarts of water into the ice storage bin. The drain pump should activate and discharge
water (refer to Drain Pump on page 7). Check for
water leaks at all hose connections.
Figure 38
Rotate drain pump and
remove from back of
ice machine.
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