use&care guide
Whjilpiiol
AUTOMATIC
ICE MAKER
Model EC5100
lor Freezers, Ice Makers, Oistiwashers, Buill In Ovens and Surlace Unils, Ranges, Microwave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Air Condilioners, Dehumldiliers, Aotomalic Washers. Clolhes Dryers, Freer
Please read this
Use and Care Guide
before you do anything else...
This booklet tells you howto use and clean your
ice maker.
Treat your ice maker with care, use it only to do
what ice makers are designed to do.
Parts and features
ICE THICKNESS
CONTROL
CYCLE CONTROL
BIN LIGHT
ICE BIN
MODEL AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
(not shown)
ICE RETAINER
BAFFLE
GRILLE
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here...
if you need .service, or cali with a question,
have this information ready:
1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers (from
the plate located as shown).
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Copy this information in these spaces. Keep
this book, your warranty and sales slip together
in a handy place.
Please complete and mall the Owner Regi
stration Card furnished with this product.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company Phone Number
SCOOP
Contents Page
BEFORE YOU PLUG IT IN
USING YOUR ICE MAKER
How the Ice Maker Works
Setting the Controls.................................... 4
Changing the Bin Door Panel .................... 5
Changing the Light Buib
CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR
ICE MAKER................................................... 6
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c1987 Whirlpool Corporation
Before you plug it in
IMPORTANT
Before using your ice maker, you are
personally responsible for making sure that it...
• has been installed where it is protected from
the elements.
• is located so that the front is not blocked to
restrict incoming or discharge air flow.
• is properly leveled.
• is located in a well ventilated area with
temperatures above 55°F (13°C) and below
110°F (43°C). Best results are obtained
at temperatures between 70°F (21°C)
and 90“F (32“C).
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Cleaning Exterior Surfaces
Cieaning the Condenser
Cieaning the ice Maker System
Cieaning the Interior Components ... 8
Filtering and Treating Water
VACATION AND MOVING CARE
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE 10
WHIRLPOOL ICE MAKER WARRANTY 12
is properly connected to a water supply and
drain.
is properly connected to electricity. A115
Volt, 60 Hz., 15 amp fused electrical supply is
required. NOTE: Time delay fuse or circuit
breaker is recommended,
is properly electrically grounded,
is notoperated by anyone unable to use
it properly.
is used only for the job it was designed to
perform.
is properly maintained.
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NOTE: A drain pump kit (Model EKDP1) is avaiiabie as an option for installation where
a floor drain is inaccessibie.
Using your ice maker
How the ice maker works...
1. Water is constantly circulated over a freez
ing plate. As the water freezes into ice the min
erals in the water are rejected. This produces a
clear sheet of ice with a low mineral content.
Setting the controls...
1. Select ice thickness. The ice maker has
been pre-set to produce ice approximately
W thick, while operating in a room ambient
of 70“F (21°C).
Operation in ditferent room temperatures
may require readjusting the control toward
“THICK" or "THIN."
Best operation will be obtained with ice
Vs" to %" thick.
If operating in a warm room (above 90 F
[32°C]) DO NOT set control to maximum
thickness or the unit may malfunction.
2. When the desired thiokness is reached, the
ice sheet is released and slides on to a cutter
grid. The grid divides the sheet into individual
cubes.
3. The water containing the rejected minerals
is drained after each freezing cycle.
4. Fresh water enters the machine for the next
ice making cycle.
5. Cubes fall into the storage bin. When the
bin is full the ice maker shuts off automatically
and restarts when more ice is needed.
2. To start the normal ice making cycle, turn
the Cycle Control Knob to "ON."
3. To stop ice maker operation, turn Cycle
Control Knob to "OFF."
The "CLEAN” setting is used whenever solutions
are circulated through the ice maker for clean
ing. Only the water pump operates at this
setting.
Changing the bin door panel
You can easily change the color of the front
panel on the storage bin door. Six colors are
available: Black, Almond, Han/est Gold, White,
Toast and Platinum.
To change panel:
1. Open the storage bin door. Remove the
two screws on the top of the door, which
hold the handle.
2. Loosen the screws In both of the side trim
pieces.
3. Remove the handle and the handle
insert.
Changing the light bulb
The ice maker has a light bulb in the top of
the storage bin. To replace it, open the bin
door and follow these instructions:
1. Remove the two thumb screws and slide
the ice cutter grid fonvard, out of the two
slots near the water pan. Set the ice cutter
grid on the bin door.
4. Carefully slide the panels out. You will find
three panels with six colors.
5. Choose the color you want to show and
carefully slide the panels back into the
door.
NOTE: Be careful not to scratch the
panels as they are inserted.
6. Replace the handle insert and tighten
the screws in both side trim pieces. Replace
the handle and the screws.
Note: you can make a decorative wood
front to match existing cabinets. The
panel should be Ул" (6 mm) thick and 17 ' x
11У4 " (433 mm x 286 mm). Remove the
color panels and break off the ribs on the
door insulation to allow for wood
thickness.
2. Press the front of the light shield in while
pulling down to remove it from the light
bracket.
3. Remove bulb. Replace with a 15-watt
bayonet base type bulb.
4. Replace the light shield, ice cutter grid
and two thumb screws.
Cleaning and caring for your ice maker
Periodically inspect and clean the ice
maker to keep it operating at peak efficiency
and to prevent premature faiiure of system
components.
Both the ice making system and the air cooled
condenser need to be cleaned regularly.
The minerals rejected from the circulating
water during the freezing cycle will eventually
form a hard scaly deposit in the water system
which prevents a rapid release of the ice from
the freezing plate.
Cleaning exterior surfaces
Wash the exterior enamel surfaces and
gaskets with warm water and mild soap or
detergent. Rinse and dry. Regular use of
a good household appliance cleaner and
wax will help protect the finish.
Do not use harsh or abrasive cieaners on
enamel surfaces as they may scratch the
finish.
Cleaning the condenser
Clean the ice and water system periodically
to remove mineral scale build-up. Frequency
of cleaning depends on water hardness.
With soft water, cleaning may not be required
for several years. With hard water (15 to 20
grains/gal.j, cleaning may be required as
frequently as every six months.
A dirty or clogged condenser:
• prevents proper air flow.
• reduces ice making capacity.
• causes higher than recommended
operating temperatures which may lead
to component failure.
WARNING: Be sure the ice maker is OFF and disconnected froiVi the main power
supply. Condenser fan rotation, sharp condenser fins and hot tubing could cause
personal injuries.
f. Disconnect electrical power supply to the
machine and place the Cycle Control Knob in
the "OFF” position.
2. Remove the two screws from the bottom of
the grilled front panel.
3. Pull forward and down to remove the panel.
4. Remove dirt and lint from the condenser fins
and the unit compartment with a brush attach
ment attached to a vacuum cleaner.
CAUTION: Condenser fins can bend
easily. Use care when vocuumirtg the con
denser to keep from berKlIng the fins.
5. Replace the grilled front panel and screws.
6. Plug unit in and place the Cycle Control
Knob in the "ON" position.
Cleaning the ice maker system^
WARNING: Most ice machine cleaners are citric or phosphoric acid which can
cause irritation even after dilution. In case of contact with eyes, flush eyes thoroughly
with fresh water and contact a physician immediately. In case of contact with skin,
rinse well with water. If swallowed, give large amounts of water and contact
a physician immediately. Do not induce vomiting. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
1. Place the Cycle Control Knob in the "OFF"
position.
2. Remove the two thumb screws and slide the
ice cutter grid forward, out of the two slots near
the water pan.
3. Unplug the electrical harness.
CAUTION: Any Ice on the grid should
be melted under running warm water.
Attempting to pick the Ice skd> otf the
nay stretch and <
grid may)
4. Remove all ice from the storage bin and the
freezing plate.
5. Drain the water pan by removing the drain
plug and then replace the plug.
'Accepted by the National Sanitation Foundation.
I and damage ^Id wires.
6. Fourth gallon (1.9 L) of hot tap water into the
water pan and turn the Cycle Control Knob to
“CLEAN!' This warms up the system to make the
cleaning solution more effective. Let circulate
for five minutes. While tap water is circulating,
prepare cleaning solution. Mix:
6 oz. (170 g) powdered citric,
or phosphoric acid into
V2 gallon (1,9 L) hot water
(Citric and phosphoric acid crystals are
available from many pharmacies or scientific
supply houses.)
Commercial ice machine cleaners (liquid) are
also available from your dealer or refrigeration
parts supply stores. Mix according to instruc
tions on label (total quantity y2 gallon [1.9 L]).
7. Turn Cycle Control Knob to “OFF” and drain
the water pan. (See step 5.)
8. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to “CLEAN" and
slowly pour the hot cleaning solution into the
water pan. (If solution foams while pouring, wait
until foaming stops.) Then add the balance of
the solution.
Allow solution to circulate until the scale has
dissolved (15 to 20 minutes). Severe scaie build
up may require repeated cleaning with a fresh
quantity of cleaning solution.
To clean scale off the side flanges of the freez
ing plate, use rubber gloves and scrub with a
plastic scrubber or non-soap filled stainless
steel pad dipped in cleaning solution.
9. Keep rubber gloves on to drain the cleaning
solution. Turn the Cyole Control Knob to “OFF"
and drain the water pan. (See step 5.)
10. Replace the plug and add '/2 gallon (1.9 L)
of fresh water. Set Cycle Control Knob on
“CLEAN!’ circulate five minutes and drain.
Repeat rinsing process.
Cleaning the interior eomponents
WARNING: Do not operate ice maker with grille or control panel removed.
Personal injury could result.
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1. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to “OFF" and
disconnect the electrical power supply to the
machine. Open the storage bin door and
remove any ice that is in the bin.
2. Remove ice retainer baffle by flexing it and
then slide it off the studs.
3. Remove the ice cutter grid by unscrewing
the two thumb screws, sliding the grid forward
and unplugging the electrical wire harness.
4. Remove the water pan by unscrewing the
two thumbscrews.
6. Remove the water distributor from the
freezing plate. It is held in place by rubber end
caps. Remove the inlet hose and clean all
water distributor holes and the small orifice in
the inlet side of the distributor. When replacing
the distributor, make sure the end caps are
located in the evaporator flange detents and
that the water distributor holes face down.
7. Wash the interior components (ice re
tainer baffle, cutter grid, water pan, inlet
hose and water distributor) and the storage
bin, door gasket and ice scoop with mild
soap or detergent and warm water. Rinse in
clean water. These components should also
be cleaned in a solution of 1 oz. (29.6 ml) of
chlorine bleach in 1 gallon (3.8 L) warm
water.
DO NOT WASH PLASTIC PARTS IN
DISHWASHER.
They cannot withstand temperatures above
145°F (63°C).
8. Replace the interior components: water
distributor, inlet hose and water pan.
9. Check the following:
• Hose from water valve is in water pan.
• Rubber drain plug is in water pan.
• Water distributor is seated and holes are
facing down.
• Hose is reconnected to pump and water
distributor.
• Hose from water pan is inserted into
storage bin drain opening.
5. Remove the hose from the water pump.
10. Reconnect electrical harness, slide cut
ter grid into place and tighten the thumb
screws, replace the ice retainer baffle.
11. Turn Cycle Control to ON.
Filtering and treating water
In most areas it will be beneficial to filter or
treat the water being supplied to the ice
machine. It can improve the reliability of the
machine, reduce water system maintenance
and produce the best quality of ice.
The installation of a polyphosphate feeder will
generally reduce scale build-up and the ice
machine will require less frequent cleaning.
Vacation and moving care
To shut down the ice maker;
Municipal water systems are generally treated
with chlorine to maintain a safe potable water
supply. Activated carbon filters will sufficiently
remove the residual chlorine from the water to
reduce surface staining of stainless steel mate
rials in the ice machine.
For information on filtering and treating the
water, see the dealer from whom you pur
chased your ice maker or your WHIRLPOOL
Franchised TECH-CARE" service company.
1. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to "OFF."
2. Remove all ice from storage bin.
3. Shut off the water supply.
4. Remove two screws from base of front grille,
then remove front grille.
Note: All components of the ice maker are permanently lubricated at the factory. They should not require any additional oiling throughout the normal life of the machine.
5. Disconnect the inlet and outlet lines to water
valve. Allow these lines to drain and then
reconnect to the valve.
6. Replace front grille and screws.
7. Remove water from drain lines and
drain water pan if the unitwill be subjected
to freezing temperatures during shut down.
8. Before using again, clean the ice maker
and storage bin.
If you need service or assistance,
we suggest you follow these five steps:
1. Before calling for assistance...
Performance problems often result from litfle
things you can find and fix yourself without
tools of any kind.
Unit does not run:
• Cycle Control Knob must be in the "ON”
position.
• Check to see that power cord is plugged in.
• Check for blown fuse or tripped circuit
breaker in electrical supply to machine.
• Room temperature must be above 55°F.
(13°C). Otherwise, bin thermostat may sense
cold room temperature and shut off even
though bin is not fuli of ice. Also, unit may not
restart once it does shut off.
Unit runs but produces no ice:
• Cycle Control Knob must be in the "ON"
position.
• Check water supply to make sure it is open.
• If ice machine is operated at an elevation of
2,000 feet or more above sea level, both the
bin thermostat and ice thickness thermostat
need to be recalibrated. See Installation
Instructions.
Unit runs but produces very little ice:
• Room temperature may be extremeiy high,
over 90°F. (32°C). In this case, it is normal for
ice production to be low.
• Dirt or lint may be blocking the air flow
through the finned condenser. Condenser
needs to be cleaned.
• Check to see if the unit has a scale build-up
in water and freezing system. Clean, if
necessary.
Grid is not cutting ice sheets:
• Check the grid harness plug to make sure the
connection is secure.
Taste in ice cubes:
• There may be an unusually high mineral
content in water supply. Water may need to
be filtered or treated.
• Do not store any foods in the ice bin.
• Packaging material not all removed.
A more detailed “Trouble Diagnosis Chart” and
other technical information is shipped with
each unit and is located in the unit compart
ment section.
Service repair and replacement parts man
uals may be ordered directly from:
Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Drive
Attention: Literature Department
La Porte, Indiana 46350
Specify the model number of the ice machine
when ordering.
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2. If you need assistanee*...
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE" service as
sistance telephone number. Dial free from
anywhere in the U.S.:
and talk with one of our trained Consultants.
The Consultant can instruct you in how to
obtain satisfactory operation from your ap
pliance or, if service is necessary, recom
mend a qualified service company in your
area.
1-800-253-1301
3. If you need service*...
Whirlpool has a
nationwide net
work of franchised
TECH-CARE® Serv
Whirlpool
rfC^-CA^f
FRANCHISED SERVICE
anywhere in the United States. To locate TECHCARE service in your area, call our COOL-LINE
service assistance telephone number (see
Step 2) or look in yourtelephone directory
Yellow Pages under:
APPLIANCES-HOUSEHOLD-
MAJOR - SERVICE & REPAIR
WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES
FRANCHISED TECH-CARE SERVICE
XYZ SERVICE CO
SERVICE COMPANIES
123 MAPLE . 999-9999
WASHING MACHINES, DRYERS
& IRONERS-SERVICING
WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES
FRANCHISED TECH-CARE SERVICE
XYZ SERVICE CO
SERVICE COMPANIES
123 MAPLE . 999-9999
ice Companies.
TECH-CARE service
technicians are
trained to fulfill the
product warranty
and provide after
warranty service,
ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES-
MAJOR - REPAIRING & PARTS
OR
WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES
FRANCHISED TECH-CARE SERVICE
XYZ SERVICE CO
SERVICE COMPANIES
OR
4. If you have a problem*...
Call our COOL-LINE service assistance tele
phone number (see Step 2) and talk with one of
our Consultants, or if you prefer, write to:
Mr. Robert Stanley
Division Vice President
Whirlpool Corporation
2000 M-63
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022
5. If you need FSP®
replacement parts*...
FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool
Corporation for quality parts. Look for this
symbol of quality whenever you need a
replacement part for your Whirlpool ap
pliance. FSP replacement parts will fit right
and work right, because they are made
to the same exacting specifications used
to build every new Whirlpool appliance.
To locate FSP replacement parts in your
area, refer to Step 3 above or call the
Whirlpool COOL-LINE service assistance
number in Step 2.
*lf you must call or write, please provide:
model number, serial number, date of pur
chase, and a complete description of the
problem. This information is needed in order to
better respond to your request for assistance.
WHIRLPOOL ICE MAKER
PRODUCT
WARRANTY
LENGTH OF WARRANTY
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
For Residential Use
LIMITED ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
For Commercial Use
LIMITED FOUR-YEAR
WARRANTY
Second Through Fifth Year
From Date of Purchase
WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR
A. Service calls to:
1. Correct the installation of the Ice maker.
2. Instruct you how to use the ice maker.
3. Replace fuses or correct wiring or plumbing.
B. Pick up and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired where installed.
C. Damage to ice maker caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use of
products not approved by Whirlpool.
D. Any labor costs during the limited warranty.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your
franchised Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.
WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR
FSP' replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects
in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by
a franchised TECH-CARE" service company.
FSP replacement parts for any parts which are defective in
materials or workmanship.
FSP replacement compressor if defective in materials or
workmanship.
Whirlpool
Part No. 758877 Rev. A
©1987 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A.
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