Marvel Refrigeration MP15CP, MO15CL, ML15CL, MA15CL Owner’s Manual

EN Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions

FR Instructions d’installation, d’utilisation et d’entretien

Clear Ice Machine
Machine à glacons transparente

MA15C*
ML15C*
MO15C*
MP15C*

CONTENTS

Contents:

Welcome ..............................................................................2

Warranty registration ..........................................................2

Safety information ...............................................................3

Unpacking your appliance ..................................................3

Installing your appliance ......................................................4

Cabinet clearances .........................................................4

Leveling the appliance ....................................................4

Electrical connection ......................................................5

Installing the drain plumbing ...............................................6

Gravity drain ...................................................................6

Optional drain pump .......................................................7

Installing the water supply ...................................................8

Ice maker operation ..........................................................10

Product dimensions ..........................................................12

Using your Electronic control ............................................14

Starting your appliance ..................................................14

Turning your appliance "ON" or "OFF" ..........................15

Control lock ...................................................................15

Door ajar alarm.............................................................15

Delay start / Vacation mode .........................................15

Error codes ...................................................................16

Options menu ...............................................................16

Normal and eco mode .............................................16

Cleaning your ice machine ..............................................17

Clean reminder ............................................................17

Clean Mode ...................................................................17

Care and cleaning .............................................................19

Energy saving tips ............................................................19

Obtaining service .............................................................19

Overlay Door Panel Installation .........................................20

Troubleshooting the ice machine .......................................28

Preparing the ice machine for storage ...........................30

Drain pump removal .........................................................33

Warranty ...........................................................................35

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).

MARVEL

XXXXXXXXXXXX

XXXXXXXXXXXX

Figure 1

Welcome

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: [phone]
Email:

• Customer Service: [e-mail]

• Tech Support: [e-mail]

2

SAFETY INFORMATION AND UNPACKING YOUR APPLIANCE

Marvel Refrigeration is committed to building a quality product in an environmentally friendly manner.

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.

!

CAUTION

CAUTION-Hazards or unsafe practices which could

result in personal injury or property / product damage.

NOTE

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.

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

NOTE-Important information to help assure a problem

free installation and operation.

!

WARNING

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.

3

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".

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.

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. Overlay door models with articulated
hinges are intended for built-in applications only.

!

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. 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.

!

CAUTION

Outdoor Installation

Do not install in a location where the ice machine will
be exposed to direct sun exposure as this may result in
unsatisfactory performance.

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 specications,

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).

Front Leveling
Legs

Figure 2

Rear

Leveling

Legs

Leveling Legs

Adjustable legs at the front and rear corners of the

appliance 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
higher (by turning the leveling leg out) and lower (by turning
the leveling leg in). Cabinet height adjustment dimensions
are shown in Table "A".

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 and
lower the grille to the desired height. When adjustment is
complete tighten the two front grille screws. (See Figure 5).

4

INSTALLING YOUR APPLIANCE

Minimum

Model

MA15C** 31" 32"

MO15C**

MP15CP*

Figure 3

Height

33 3⁄4" 34 3⁄4"

Table A

Maximum

Height

Do not remove
ground prong

Figure 4

!

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

• 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.

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 5

Front grille

Front grille screw

Figure 6

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.

5

!

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.

Figure 8

Drain access in
bottom of unit

51⁄8" (13 cm)

211⁄2"

(54.6 cm)

(17mm)

21⁄4"(5.7 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)

!

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

install in the drain

6

Access
panel

Figure 9

Sanitary
trap

INSTALLING THE DRAIN PLUMBING

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 Marvel customer service at
800-223-3900 or your dealer for ordering.

!

CAUTION

This drain pump is designed to be installed in Marvel ice
machines only and approved for use with water only.

!

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Risk of electrical 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 line coiled and
secured to the back of the
cabinet. Uncoil, route to
an appropriate drain and
cut to length.

Drain pump
vent tube.
Keep this
open to
assure air

ows freely

as water
enters
the pump
reservoir.

Figure 10

7

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
available 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 a 1/4" compression nut tting.

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).

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.

Water supply
service loop
to shut off
valve

Figure 11

Back view of

ice machine

Water
Supply
Line

Clamp and
Screw

Water
supply
line

Compression

tting

Water valve

inlet

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.

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.

8

INSTALLING THE WATER SUPPLY

ICE

DOOR

Procedure for Testing Drain System
(both gravity and drain pump models)

Drain pump models have a safety feature that will interrupt power to the unit if a high-limit condition occurs to prevent

ooding. This safety feature can be initiated by a restriction in the drain system and will continue until high-limit condition

is corrected, at which time power will be restored to the unit. Power interruption can be detected when no icons are
visible in the display area of the user interface (Figure 12). Once power is returned, a startup chime will sound followed by
a self-test, and "OFF" should be visible in the display area.

On/off Menu Light Delay timer Lock

ECO

hours

1 4 6 8

days

OFF CLEAN

Figure 12: User interface display during power interruption.

Once the drain line is plumbed, perform the following:

1. Plug the ice machine into 115v power supply.

2. Place unit in the nal installation location.

3. Turn the unit off via the user interface (display will indicate “OFF”). The drain pump will still be operational during off
mode if the unit has one.

4. Slowly pour 3-qts of water into the ice storage bin. All water should drain completely.

5. If water drains fully and without power interruption, the drain system has been successfully tested and further
installation of the ice machine can be continued.

6. If the water does not drain or a power interrupt occurs, check the following:

a. There are no kinks or restrictions in the drain line. (Note: Drain line needs to be cut to the required length and any

excess tubing should be removed to prevent possible restrictions).

b. Drain line was run according to the guidelines for maxiumum allowable rise and run as shown in the table below:

Rise Above Floor Level 8 ft. 9 ft. 10 ft.
Maxium Allowable Drain Line Length 20 ft. 15 ft. 10 ft.

c. Your drain line is plumbed into an open drain (Figure 13).
d. The vent tube on the back of the unit is open (Figure 14).

Air gap
between
end of
drain line
and top of
water level

Sanitary trap

Figure 13: Example of an open drain.

7. After checking the above requirements, repeat step 4 and verify the water drains completely without power
interruption. If problems persist call a qualied service technician and/or plumber.

Drain pump vent
tube. Keep this
open to assure

air ows freely as

water enters the
pump reservoir.

Figure 14: Location of vent tube.

9

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 15) 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 15

When the ice slab reaches the correct thickness, the ice
sheet is released and slides onto the grid cutter (see

Figure 17). Here, the ice slab is cut into squares by the grid

cutter’s heated wires (see Figure 18). The water containing
the dissolved minerals is drained after each freezing cycle.
Fresh water enters the machine for the next ice making
cycle.

Figure 17

Water distributor

Front
panel

Figure 16

Grid Cutter

Ice

Deector

Bin Level
Sensor

Evaporator

Circulation
Pump

Water
reservoir

Reservoir
drain plug

10

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 18

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 signicantly. 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.

11

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

ROUGH-IN OPENING DIMENSIONS CABINET DIMENSIONS

MODEL "A" "B" "C" "D" "E" "F" "G" "H" "J"

MA15C*S 15" 31

1

⁄4" to 32 1⁄4" 24" 14 7⁄8" 31" to 32" 23 5⁄8" 25 1⁄2" 37 3⁄8" 16 5⁄8"

MA15C*P 15-

ML15C*P

MP15CPP

ML15C*S
ML15C*G

MO15C*S 15" 34" to 35" 24" 14

MP15CPS
MP15CPG

1

⁄4" 31 1⁄4" to 32 1⁄4" 24" 14 7⁄8" 31" to 32" 22 7⁄8" - 38 5⁄8" 14 1⁄4"

15" 34" to 35" 24" 14

15" 34" to 35" 24" 14

15" 34" to 35" 24" 14

"A"

"B"

"C"

7

⁄8" 33 3⁄4" to 34 3⁄4" 22 7⁄8" - 38 5⁄8" 14 1⁄4"

7

⁄8" 33 3⁄4" to 34 3⁄4" 23 5⁄8" 25 1⁄2" 37 3⁄8" 16 5⁄8"

7

⁄8" 33 3⁄4" to 34 3⁄4" 23 5⁄8" 26 1⁄8" 37 3⁄8" 16 5⁄8"

7

⁄8" 33 3⁄4" to 34 3⁄4" 23 7⁄8" 26 3⁄8" 38 7⁄8" 17 1⁄2"

"E"

Figure 19

Figure 19a

Figure 20

"D"

If necessary to gain clearance inside the rough­in 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 20).

12

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

PRODUCT DATA

MODEL

MA15C** 115V/60Hz/15A

ML15C**
MO15C**

MP15CP*

ELECTRICAL

REQUIREMENTS #

115V/60Hz/15A

PRODUCT

WEIGHT

100 lbs

(45.5 kg)

105 lbs

(47.7 kg)

"J"

** 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 21

(S) solid

door shown

"G"

211⁄2"

(54.6cm)

"F"

CL
Water
inlet

11⁄4"
(3.2 cm)

47⁄8"

(12.4 cm)

615⁄16"

(17.6 cm)

CL Gravity

drain

13

USING YOUR ELECTRONIC CONTROL

ICE

DOOR

Display icons:

"ON/OFF" icon : used for turning the

appliance on and off.

"MENU" icon : used to access optional

functions in the user interface.

"LIGHT" icon: used to turn the interior light

on and off, glass door models only.

"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

OFF

Signies the appliance is on and producing

ice.

Signies the appliance is in economical ice

production mode.

Signies the appliance is off

On/off Menu Display area Delay timer Lock

ECO

hours

1 4 6 8

days

Light

OFF CLEAN

Figure 22

User interface display

Delay start/Vacation mode:

hours

days

When lit, this signies the delay start/vacation mode is

operational.

1

4

6

Hours or days timer is set for

Hours or days will be lit

8

NOTE

The control display is covered with a clear plastic protective

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.

ICE

DOOR

CLEAN

Signies a door ajar alarm condition.

Cleaning is recommended or the appliance
is in the clean mode.

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, conrm 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.

14

USING YOUR ELECTRONIC CONTROL

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".

!

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.

ICE

OFF

ICE

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.

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.

DOOR

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 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.

To cancel the delayed start, press
and hold the "ON/OFF" icon until the
appliance enters OFF, then press and
hold the "ON/OFF" icon again until the
appliance enters "ICE" mode.

1 4 6 8

OFF

ICE

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.

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USING YOUR ELECTRONIC CONTROL

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:

Error Codes

Error Displayed Code Error Description Action 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.

Failed temperature sensor. Machine operation will

Failed condenser temperature sensor. Machine operation

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

immediately 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.

Options menu:

Normal and ECO mode:

Your ice machine comes with an optional "ECO" mode.
This new feature allows you to tailor ice production to a
conservative rate, saving approximately 25% energy and
30% water from routine operation. 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

Changing the Tri-Color lighting: (MP15CP
Models Only)

Figure 23

The light switch for changing
the light color is located in the toe
grille. Move the switch (see Figure
23a) to the left or right to change
the color of the light between blue,
white, or amber.

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Figure 23a
Three position
slide light switch

CLEANING YOUR ICE MACHINE

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.

Clean mode:

To ensure maximum performance and ice quality, it is

recommended to clean your ice machine once every six
months. This simple cleaning routine will also ensure water

and energy use continues at optimum efciency.

CLEAN

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.

OFF

Remove all ice from the ice bin (see Figure 27).
Drain the water from the water reservoir by removing the
black plug from the bottom of the fresh water reservoir (see
Figure 28). 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 24 and 25).

NOTE

Homes with poor water quality or high clear ice usage
might require more frequent cleaning.

To clean your ice machine you will need to purchase a
"nickel safe" ice maker cleaner. Cleaner can be obtained by
contacting Marvel customer service at 800-223-3900

or email [e-mail].

!

CAUTION

Use only Marvel-approved ice machine cleaner and follow
all label warnings and directions. Incorrect chemical
usage, and any damage that may result, is not covered by
warranty.

Available to order

Clear Ice Machine Cleaner, 4-oz. bottle Part # S41013789

!

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 24

Figure 25

NOTE

For reference see our "Care and Cleaning video" at the

website: www.marvelrefrigeration.com.

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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. Lift fascia door up to access

evaporator plate. (See Figure 29). Pour the cleaning

solution slowly on the evaporator plate so it ows down into

the fresh water reservoir. (See Figure 30).

Figure 26

Remove all of
the ice from
the ice bin

Lift fascia door up to
access evaporator plate

Splash shield
brackets

Figure 29

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

ICE

CLEAN

Figure 28

Figure 27

Remove the
black reservoir
drain plug from
the bottom of
the reservoir.

Figure 28b

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 30

OFF

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CARE AND CLEANING AND ENERGY SAVING TIPS

OBTAINING SERVICE

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.

Cleaning

Routine cleaning of the stainless steel surfaces will serve
to greatly extend the life of your product by removing
contaminants. This is especially important in coastal areas
which can expose the stainless to sever contaminants such
as halide salts (sodium chloride).

It is strongly recommended to periodically inspect and
thoroughly clean crevices, weld points, under gaskets,
rivets, bolt heads, and any locations where small amounts

of liquid could collect, become stagnant, and concentrate

contaminants. Additionally, any mounting hardware that is
showing signs of corrosion should be replaced.

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
mopping 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.

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 qualied service technician for replacement

of the LED.

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.

If Service is Required:

• If the product is within the rst year warranty period
please contact your dealer or call 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, Marvel Customer Service can provide
recommendations of service centers in your area. A
listing of authorized service centers is also available
at www.marvelrefrigeration.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 "C" 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 C

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OVERLAY DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - ML15C & MP15C MODELS

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 purchased an overlay panel model, your unit is

equipped with articulated hinges to allow fully integrated

built-in installations. Custom panel thicknesses of 5⁄8" (15
mm) and 3⁄4" (18 mm) are accommodated.

!

CAUTION

It is important to use the factory provided grille that came

with the product to assure proper air ow is maintained

through the condenser. The use of a custom grille is not
recommended and will void the warranty.

!

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.

Do not use bleach based cleaners or any abrasive cleaning
products. Chlorine based cleaners will attack the stainless
steel, making it susceptible to corrosion.

Overlay panel models are designed for use with built-
in installations only. Use in freestanding installations
could result in personal injury.

Step 1: Removing the Door

With a phillips screwdriver remove the screw and "P" clamp
from the bottom of the door near the hinge. See Figure 31b.

Disconnect the door wire harness by pressing and holding
down the locking tab on the wire connector and pulling the
connector apart. See Figure 32.

Open the door and loosen the screws holding the hinges to
the cabinet (2 at the top and 2 at the bottom hinge). Do not
remove the screws but loosen them enough so the hinges
can be slipped off of the screws when sliding the door to
the side.

!

WARNING

The articulated hinges have many pinch points.
Carefully close / collapse the hinges as soon as the
door is removed from the cabinet.

Your ice machine is now ready to
restart. Press and hold the "ON/
OFF" icon for 3 seconds until "ICE is
displayed.

After cleaning it is recommended you discard the ice
produced after 3 hours of ice production.

ICE

With a helper, and being careful not to scratch the cabinet
or the door, slide the door to the side about 1⁄2 inch and
remove the hinges and door from the unit.

!

WARNING

Use extreme caution with the articulated hinges. The
hinge is self closing and many pinch points exist prior
to built-in installation. Do not remove the cabinet "Z"

bracket from the top of the cabinet.

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OVERLAY DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - ML15C & MP15C MODELS

Cabinet
"Z" Bracket

Loosen (do not remove ) these
2 phillips head screws on the
top and bottom hinges

Figure 31a

Overlay panel

ush with top

of door.

Holes in

gasket

retainer.

Figure 33a

Figure 31

"P" clamp
and screw

Bottom of

door

Figure 31b

Press and hold down this
tab on the wire connector
and pull the connector apart.

Figure 32

Wire connector
see Figure 32

Step 2: Remove the door gasket

With the door laying on a at surface and starting at a

corner of the door remove the magnetic door gasket from
it's retainer by pulling it away from the interior side of the

door, see Figure 33. Set the gasket aside on a at surface.

Magnetic Gasket
remove starting at a
corner, grasp and pull
away from the door.

Figure 33

!

CAUTION

Weight of overlay door panel must not exceed 15
pounds (6.8 kg).

Step 3: Cut and drill the overlay panel

Depending on your model cut the overlay door panel to the
dimensions shown in Figures 34 to 37.

There are 10 holes in the gasket retainer extrusions, (3 on
each side and 2 at the top and bottom which are used to
fasten the panel to the front of the door. The screws are
provided in the literature pack.

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OVERLAY DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - ML15C & MP15C MODELS

Clearance for

screw head,

4 places

Figure 34

Left Hand Hinged Door

15" (38.1 cm) wide appliance

Hinge side of door

Top of door

Hinge side of door

Clearance for
screw head,
4 places

Figure 36

Right Hand Hinged Door

15" (38.1 cm) wide appliance

1" (25.4 mm) diameter
counter bore 1⁄4" (6 mm)
deep 4 places.

Clearance

for hinge

2 places

143⁄4"

(37.5 cm)

5"

(12.7 cm)

3

⁄16"

1

(3 cm)

1

⁄4" (6 mm)

radius is
permissible

47⁄8"

(12.4 cm)

31⁄8"

(7.9 cm)

1

⁄4" (6 mm)

Deep

13⁄4"

(4.4 cm)

3011⁄32"

(77.1 cm)

1

⁄4" (6 mm)

13⁄4"

(4.4 cm)

3011⁄32"

(77.1 cm)

Deep

1

⁄8"

3

(7.9 cm)

47⁄8"

(12.4 cm)

Clearance
for hinge
2 places

143⁄4"

(37.5 cm)

5"

(12.7 cm)

13⁄16"

(3 cm)

1

⁄4" (6 mm)

radius is
permissible

1" (25.4 mm) diameter
counter bore 1⁄4" (6 mm)
deep 4 places.

15⁄32"

(2.9 cm)

This side

facing interior

11⁄2"

11

1

⁄16"

(4.3 cm)

(3.8 cm)

typical

Figure 35

Left Hand Hinged Door

15" (38.1 cm) Wide Appliance

11

3

⁄16"

(9.4 cm)

2"

(5.1 cm)

22

2"

(5.1 cm)

15⁄32"

(2.9 cm)

This side

facing interior

311⁄16"

(9.4 cm)

11⁄2"

(3.8 cm)

typical

111⁄16"

(4.3 cm)

Figure 37

Right Hand Hinged Door

15" (38.1 cm) wide appliance