Sub-Zero 506 Use And Care Manual

Use and Care Guide

Model

506

SUB-ZERO

AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER

MAKING ICE

Water continuously circulates over a freezing plate. As the water
freezes into ice, minerals in the water are constantly being rejected
and a clear sheet of ice is formed.

The ice maker will make the ice sheet approximately l/2” thick with
the ice thickness control (left control knob) set at “normal”,
Adjustment of the thickness control will cause the machine to make
thinner or thicker sheets of ice.

When the desired ice thickness IS reached the ice sheet
automatically slides onto a cutter grid where it is divided into
individualcubelets.

At the end of each freezing cycle, the water containing the rejected
minerals is discharged to the drain. Fresh water then enters the
machine for the next ice making cycle.

The ice sheet is divided into cubelets

(31i”

x %“)

Cubes fall into the insulated storage bin, When the bin is full, the ice
maker turns off automatically, then starts up again when the ice
supply needs replenishing.

Before starting your Ice Maker

After ice maker is installed and before it is turned on, you will probably want to wash the inside of the
storage bin. Use a solution of two tablespoons of baking soda to one quart of warm water. Rinse
thoroughly and dry.

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Make certain the water is turned on.

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Turn switch to the “ON” positron.
IMPORTANT:
Allow unit to run for 3 hours before expecting ice and for 24 hours before trying to set the thickness control.

Things to Remember

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Water enters only during the defrost cycle. Therefore the first cycle will be completed without water

in the system.

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As the room and water temperatures vary, so will the amount of ice produced. This means that high

operating temperatures will result in reduced ice production.

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The unit will shut off when ice in the storage bin touches the bin thermostat well and will

automatically cycle to keep the bin full.

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The storage bin is not refrigerated and some meltage will occur. This, too, varies with the room

temperature.

Oiling

All components of the ice maker are lubricated at the factory and should not require any additional
oiling for the normal life of the machine.

Filtering and Treating Water

In some areas it may be beneficial to filter or treat the water being supplied to the ice machine to
reduce water system maintenance (cleaning and removal of scale deposits) and to produce the best
type of ice.

For information on filtering and treating the water see your local plumber or Authorized Service
Agency.

Light Replacement

To replace the light bulb (G.E. #912, 12.N) remove the grid cover at top of ice bin by removing thumb
screws. Bulb is located behind grid cover. Replace bulb and grid cover.

Cleaning Exterior Surfaces

Cabinets may be cleaned simply by wiping with a damp cloth

Door Gasket

The vinyl gasket strip around the inside of the door keeps the door sealed. Wash it regularly with a
solution of warm water and detergent. Rinse thoroughly and dry.

Toe

Plate

Do not block the toe space plate at bottom of unit. Obstruction of airflow could result in malfunction. It

is recommended this toe plate be vacuumed periodically.

Cleaning and Sanitizing the Ice Making System

Impurities are rejected from the circulating water that freezes into ice. These impurities collect on the
freezing mechanism and in the water system. The complete system, therefore, should be periodically
cleaned and sanitized.

The cleaning and sanitizing procedure is not too difficult, however, having an Authorized service
representative clean the system the first time should make subsequent cleanings easier to perform if
you wish to take over this portion of the ice machine maintenance.

NOTE: An indication that the ice maker needs cleaning is when you notice a gradual reduction in the
rate Of ice produced.

NOTE: This is not a warranty function,

Instructions for cleaning the ice maker mechanism are attached to the door liner.

Size of Ice Cubes

The ice maker will make ice cubes approximately M” thick with the ice thickness control knob set at

“normal”. If you prefer them a little thinner or thicker, adjust the ice thickness cycle control

counterclockwise for thinner cubes or clockwise for thicker cubes.

No defrosting needed

Unlike most refrigeration systems, your ice maker will never have to be defrosted.

Shut Down of Ice Maker

It is not necessary to turn your ice maker off if the ice machine is not to be used for a 3 to 4 week
period. The switch in the ice bin automatically shuts the unit off whenever the bin is full of ice. If your
ice maker is to be shut off for several months then the ice should be removed from the bin and the unit
should be cleaned and sanitized. Cleaning and sanitizing instructions are on the back of the inside door
cover. Arrange to have the water line disconnected, and the water removed from the water pan and
drain line. Unplug the machine or disconnect the electricity to the machine.

I P-YEAR PROTECTION PLAN

Full 2 Year Warranty on the Total Product

Full 5 Year Warranty and Limited 6th Through

12th Year Warranty on the Sealed System

FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY

For two years from the date of orIgInal Installation, your Sub-Zero warranty covers all parts and labor to repalr or replace any
part of the product which proves to be defective in materials or workmanshlp

FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY

For five years from the date of orlglnal Installation, your Sub-Zero warranty covers all parts and labor to repair or replace any
components that prove to be defective In materials or workmanshlp In the sealed system. The sealed system consists of the
compressor, condenser, evaporator, dner and all connecting tubing.

LIMITED 6TH THROUGH 12TH YEAR WARRANTY

From the 6th through the 12th year from the date of onglnal Installation. your Sub-Zero warranty covers all parts that prove to
be defective In materials or workmanshlp in the sealed system (parts only). The sealed system consists of the compressor,

condenser. evaporator, drier and all connecting tubing.

TERMS APPLICABLE TO EACH WARRANTY

All service provided by Sub-Zero under the above warranty must be performed by authorized Subzero service
representabves, unless otherwise specified by Sub-Zero. Service

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be provided in the home dunng the normal business

hours. This warranty applies only to products Installed for normal residential use. A separate nonresldenbal warranty

IS

available upon request.
The warranty applies only to products Installed In any one of the fifty states of the United States, the District of Columbia or the

ten provinces of Canada. This warranty does not cover any parts or labor to correct any defect caused by negligence,
accident or improper use, maintenance, Installation, service or repair, including but not limIted to improper removal and

reinstallation (whether In the unit or at a remote location) of the condensing unit.

THE REMEDIES DESCRIBED ABOVE FOR EACH WARRANTY ARE THE ONLY ONES WHICH SUB-ZERO
WILL PROVIDE, EITHER UNDER THESE WARRANTIES OR UNDER ANY WARRANTY ARISING BY OPERA­TION OF LAW. SUB-ZERO WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAM-

AGES ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF THESE WARRANTIES OR ANY OTHER WARRANT/ES, WHETHER

EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or IImitatIon of incidental or consequenbal damages, so the above llmltatlon or exclu­sion may not

apply

to you. This warranty gives you speclflc legal rights and you may also have oiher legal nghts which vary

from state to state.
TO receive parts and/or service and the name of the Subzero authorized service representative nearest you, contact your

Subzero dealer or drstnbutor or contact St&Zero Freezer Company, Service Department, P.O. Box 44130, Madison, WI

537444130 or call: [phone]

Sub-Zero Freezer Co., Inc.

SZ 3-75-204-4

P-0. BOX 44130 l MADISON, WI 53744-4130

l/95 #WH 758887