Maxx Ice MIM50R - User Manual

3  It is important for the ice maker to be leveled in order to work properly. Otherwise water may not flow properly through the evaporator (ice mold). The ice production will be less than normal. You may need to make several adjustments to level it.  All installations must be in accordance with lo...

4 Extension Cord Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, it is strongly recommended that you do not use an extension cord with this ice maker. TECHNICAL INFORMATION Model: MIM50 Electrical power: 120VAC ~ 60Hz Power consumption: 13.2 kWh per100 lbs of ice Ice-making /-harvest r...

6 ICE MAKER INSTALLATION Unpacking Remove packaging materials NOTE : Do not remove any permanent instruction labels or the data label on your ice maker. Remove tape and glue from your ice maker before using.  To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue r...

7 using it. See the "Interior cleaning" in the Cleaning and Maintenance section. Location requirements INSTALLATION CLEARANCES:  This ice maker should be properly installed by qualified personnel.  To ensure proper ventilation for your ice maker, the front of the unit must be completely un...

8  It is strongly recommended that a water filter be used. A filter, if it is of the proper type, can remove taste and odors as well as particles. Some water is very hard, and softened water may result in white, mushy cubes that stick together. Deionized water is not recommended.  The ice maker mu...

9 A standard electrical supply, properly grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances, is required. The ice maker should always be plugged into its own dedicated electrical outlet. It is recommended that a separate circuit, serving only your ice maker, be p...

10 Tools needed: flathead screwdriver, Phillips screwdriver NOTE: Before you begin, unplug the ice maker or disconnect power. To remove door from hinges: 1. Remove the top hinge cover. 2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws, remove the top hinge mat and top hinge. Keep the parts together...

11 Water Supply The water supply should be ready at the point of installation. The water supply pressure should be a minimum of 15 psig with a static pressure not more than 80 psig. (A wall outlet directly behind the ice machine will make installation easier.) NOTE: 1. All installations must be in a...

12 into the drain line. NOTE: Never allow the drain hose to hang or loop higher than the floor of the ice storage bin. 3. Screw off the water drainage nut and pull off the plug on the rear of the ice storage bin. NOTE: Store the drainage nuts and plugs in the compartment labeled Nut/Plug Storage at ...

13 every connection (including connection at the water inlet). 4. If the electrical outlet for the ice maker is behind the cabinet, plug in the ice maker. 5. Push the ice maker into position. 6. Seal all around the cabinet to the floor with an approved caulking compound. NOTE: Be sure the drain hose...

14 2. After 3 minutes, the machine will automatically go to the ice-making stage, and the sound of water flowing will be heard. 3. When the batch of ice has been fully formed , ice will automatically be harvested to the ice storage bin. 4. When the ice storage bin is full, the sheet of cubes will no...

15 enters into the water trough continuously as the water in trough freezes continuously in the evaporator. How to adjust the capacity of the ice storage bin The ice storage capacity can be adjusted by moving the shelf adjustors to different positions (see below). You can decide the shelf ’s most ef...

16 stored on top of the ice maker can also make noises.  The high efficiency compressor may make a pulsating or high-pitched sound.  Water running may make a splashing sound.  You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan.  During the harvest cycle, you may hear the sound...

17 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Periodic cleaning and proper maintenance will ensure efficiency, top performance, and long life. The maintenance intervals listed are based on normal conditions. You may want to shorten the intervals if you have pets, or there are other special considerations. What should...

18 hard, stubborn stains. Also, hard water stains left to sit can weaken the steel's corrosion resistance and lead to rust. Use a nonabrasive cloth or sponge, working with, not across, the grain. 2. Don't use abrasive tools to clean the steel surface. Do not use steel wool, abrasive sponge pads, wir...

20 12. Repeat step 5-6 above with clean water to rinse the ice-making system thoroughly. Drain the water as indicated in Step 11. This will complete ice-making system cleaning. Then press the controller to “OFF” 13. Turn the machine ON and replace the front panel. 14. Discard the first two ice harve...

21 6. Plug in the ice maker or reconnect power. Water distribution tube cleaning When you find the ice cubes are incompletely formed or the output is low, the water distribution tube may be blocked. Turn off the power button, rotate the water distribution tube, locate the holes in the distribution t...

22 Description of LEDs and buttons: 1. Bin Full (Red) LED : Bin full indicator light When this is lit, the ice storage bin is full of ice or there is some thing blocking the bin-full probe. The unit will stop working. When ice cubes are removed from the ice storage bin, freeing the bin-full probe, t...

23 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service If the unit appears to be malfunctioning, read through the OPERATION section of this manual first. If the problem persists, check the Troubleshooting Guide on the following pages. Some of the problems mentioned in the Guide can be solved easily without a...