Costway EP23346 User manual

PORTABLE ICE MAKER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model: EP23346
It is important that you read these instructions before using your portable ice maker and we strongly
recommend that you keep them in a safe place for future reference.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS …………………………………………………………………..3
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OPERATING PROCEDURES & MAINTENANCE
UNPACKING YOUR ICE MAKER …………………………………………………………….5
CONNECTING YOUR ICE MAKER …………………………………………………………..5
CLEANING AND MAINTAINING YOUR ICE MAKER ………………………………………5
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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DANGER
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS…
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual in regards to your appliance.
Always read and obey all safety massages.
This is the safety alert symbol:
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All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or “WARNING”.
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediate follow instructions. All safety
messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell
you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
DO NOT TOUCH THE EVAPORATOR WHILE THE UNIT IS IN USE OR DURING THE ICE MAKING
PROCESS. IT MAY CAUSE SEVERE BURNING.
Evaporator Rods
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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, and injury to persons or property. Read all instructions before using any appliance.
zDo not operate this，or any other appliance with a damaged cord.
Connect to properly polarized outlets only. No other appliance should be plugged into the same
outlet. Be sure that the plug is fully inserted into the receptacle.
zDo not run the power cord over carpeting or other heat insulators. Do not cover the cord. Keep
cord away from traffic areas, and do not submerge in water.
zWe do not recommend the use of an extension cord, as it may overheat and become a risk of fire.
If you must use an extension cord, use No.14 AWG minimum size and rated no less than 1875
watts.
zUnplug the ice maker before cleaning or making any repairs or servicing.
zExercise caution and use reasonable supervision when appliance is used near children.
zDo not use your ice-maker outdoors. Place the ice-maker away from direct sunlight and make
sure that there is at least 4 inches of space between the back of your unit and wall. Keep a
minimum distance of 4 inches on each side of your unit free.
zDo not use other liquid to make the ice-cube other than water.
zDo not clean your ice maker with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or
explosion.
zDo not tip over.
zIf the ice maker is brought in from outside in wintertime, give it a few hours to warm up to room
temperature before plugging it in.
WARNING: This appliance must be earthed.
IMPORTANT:
The wires in this mains lead are colored in accordance with the following code:
Green or Green with a strip yellow: Grounding
White: Neutral
Black: Live
To avoid a hazard due to instability of the appliance, it must be placed at a even or flat surface.
PREPARING YOUR ICE MAKER FOR USE
IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS
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1. Ice Case Panel: The panel that pushes already formed ice into the ice basket below.
2. Ice Basket
3. Control Panel: Easy to use, visible functions and 1-touch display setting.
A) Selects ice cube size.
B) Starts or stops ice making cycle.
4. Handle
5. Water Drain Cap: For draining water from the water reservoir.
6. Cover: With a transparent window to allow interior visibility.
7. Ice Shovel/Scoop.
8. Ice Sensor: Ice sensor determines when the ice basket is full.
MAXIMUM WATER LEVEL:▼
This marking can be found on the inside of the water tank.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR UNIT
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1. Remove the exterior and interior packaging. Check that ice basket and ice scoop is included. If
any parts are missing, please contact our customer service.
2. Clean the interior with lukewarm water and a soft cloth. Take out the ice basket and clean it
3. Find a location for your ice maker that is protected from direct sunlight and other sources of heat
(i.e.: stove, furnace, radiator). Place the ice maker on a level surface. Maker sure that there is at
least 4 inches of space between the back and sides of your ice maker and the wall.
4. Allow one hour for the refrigerant fluid to settle before plugging ice maker in.
5. The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible.
* Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord
is damaged please call our customer service.
1. This unit should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this appliance is equipped
with a three-prong plug which mates with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility
of electric shock.
2. Plug your appliance into an exclusive, properly installed, grounded wall outlet. Do not under any
circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Any questions concerning
power and/or grounding should be directed toward a certified electrician.
3. This appliance requires a standard 110-120 volt, 60Hz electrical outlet with three-prong ground.
Before using your ice maker, it is strongly recommended to clean it thoroughly.
Before using your ice maker, it is strongly recommended to clean it thoroughly.
1. Take out the ice basket.
2. Clean the interior with diluted detergent, warm water and a soft cloth.
3. Then use the water to rinse the inside parts, and drain out the water by unplugging the drain cap
on the side.
4. The outside of the ice maker should be cleaned regularly with a mild detergent solution and warm
water.
5. Dry the interior and exterior with a soft cloth.
6. When the machine is not in use for a long time, open water drained cap to drain water completely
from water reservoir.
OPERATING PROCEDURES & MAINTENANCE
USING YOUR ICE MAKER
The ice maker is not designed to be installed in an outside area such as a garage or a
porch. Ambient temperatures of below 50F or above 105F will hinder the
performance of the appliance.
UNPACKING YOUR ICE MAKER
CONNECTING YOUR ICE MAKER
CLEANING AND MAINTAINING YOUR ICE MAKER
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1. Clean your ice maker first.
2. Open the cover, remove the ice basket and pour water into tank.
Keep water level below the level mark: ▼
3. Place the ice basket back into the ice maker and close the lid.
4. Plug in the unit and the power indicator light will blink.
5. Press “Power” on the control panel to begin the ice making cycle. The power indicator light will lit.
6. Select the size of the ice cube by pressing the “Select” button. If ambient temperature is below 55F, it
is recommended to select small or medium size to avoid ice sticking together.
7. The ice making cycle lasts 6 to 14 minutes, depending on the size of the ice cube selection & room
temperature.
*NOTE: When the machine is brand new, it may sometimes take a few hours for the machine to adjust
and get used to producing ice at a faster rate, and producing larger cubes of ice. This is considered
normal.
8. While the icemaker is on, check water level periodically. If water pump can’t inject water, the ice maker
will stop automatically, and the “Water” indicator will be on.
Press “Power” button, fill water up to the level mark and press “Power” again.
Allow 3 minutes for the refrigerant to settle before restarting.
9. The ice maker automatically stops working when the ice basket is full.
10. Change water in the water reservoir every 24 hours to ensure a reasonable hygiene level.
If unit is not in use for a few days stretch, drain all water in the tank reservoir and reflll before operating
again.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
“Add Water” indicator is
on. Lack of Water.
Stop the ice maker, fill water, and
press “Power” button again to
restart the unit.
“Ice” indicator is on. There is too much ice. Remove ice from ice basket.
Ice cubes stick together.
The ice cycle is too long.
Stop the ice maker, and restart it
when the ice blocks melt. Select the
small size ice cube selection.
Water temperature in inner
tank is too low.
Change the water in the inner Tank.
Temperature of water is better set
between 45℉-90℉.
Ice making cycle is normal
but no ice is made.
Ambient temperature or
water temperature in inner
tank is too high.
Please run the ice maker below 90
℉and pour colder water into tank.
Refrigerant liquid leakage. Verify by a qualified technician.
Pipe in the cooling system
is blocked. Verify by a qualified technician.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
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