Costway FP10032US User manual

USER'S MANUAL
ICE MAKER
FP10032US

Read this manual thoroughly before using and save it for
future reference
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or
injury when using your ice maker, follow these important
safety instructions:
1.Before using check that the voltage power corresponds to the
one shown on the appliance nameplate.
2.Do not remove any safety, warning, or product information
labels from your ice maker.
3.Plug the ice maker into an exclusive grounded outlet. No other
appliance should be plugged into the same outlet. Be sure that
the plug is fully inserted into the receptacle.
4.This appliance must be grounded. It is equipped with a cord
having a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
5.Avoid the use of an extension cord because it may overheat
and cause a risk of fire. However, if it is necessary to use an
extension cord:
(1)Use only extension cords with grounding plug.
(2)The marked rating of an extension cord must be equal to or
greater than the rating of this appliance.
(3)It should be positioned such that it does not drape over the
counter or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children
intentionally.
6.Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or
after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any
manner. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized service
facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
7.Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
8.Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a
heated oven.
9.Place power cord in such a way it cannot be pulled on by
children or cause a tripping hazard.
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10.Place power cord in such a way that it is not in contact with
hot surfaces.
11.The use of attachment not recommended or sold by the
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
12.Do not touch the ice-making parts when using the ice maker
or making ice to avoid frostbite.
13.Do not immerse any part of the product in water.
14.To disconnect, turn any control to “OFF”, then remove plug
from wall outlet.
15.Do not plug or unplug product with wet hands.
16.Unplug the product before cleaning, maintaining and when
not in use.
17.Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of
unknown quality.
18.Do not clean your ice maker with any flammable fluids. The
fumes may create a fire hazard or explosion.
19.Do not overturn the ice maker. If the ice maker is overturned
accidentally, make it stand steadily for 2 hours before power it
on again.
20.If the ice maker is brought in from outside in wintertime, do
not use for a few hours, allowing the unit to warm up to the room
temperature before operating.
21.Never put flammable, explosive and corrosive articles into
the ice maker.
22.Never use the ice maker when there is flammable gas
leakage.
23.Never store or use gas and other flammable articles near the
ice maker to avoid any fire.
24.Unplug the ice maker before moving it to avoid damaging the
refrigerating system.
25.Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, modify, or replace any
part of your product.
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KNOW YOUR ICE MAKER
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
26.This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
27.Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
28.Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used
by or near children.
29.Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use.
30.Do not use outdoors.
31.Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
32.Please dispose of the ice maker according to local
regulations as it uses flammable blowing gas and refrigerant.
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CONTROL PANEL
Key/Indicator Function
Start or stop the appliance.
“Clean” key.
The “Ice-making” indicator will light
solidly when the appliance is making
ice.
The “Clean” indicator will light solidly
when the appliance is performing
cleaning.
Water refill indication. The “No
water” indicator will flash when the
appliance needs to be refilled. The
appliance will be refilled with water
automatically if it is of water-refill
function.
The “Ice full” indicator will light
solidly when the ice basket is full.
Defrosting indication. The appliance
is defrosting.
lights solidly
lights solidly
flashes
lights solidly
lights solidly, and
flashes
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BEFORE FIRST USE
1.Unpack the appliance, then check and make sure that all the
accessories including ice basket and ice scoop etc. are
complete. Please contact our customer service if some
accessories are missed.
2.Please ensure the ice maker is level and on a stable table or
platform to avoid malfunction.
3.The incline angle of the ice maker cabinet should not exceed
45°during transportation or use. Do not turn the ice maker
upside down. Doing so could cause the compressor or
refrigerating system to operate incorrectly. Please allow time for
the fluids in the compressor to settle after the ice maker is
moved or transported. Before using the ice maker for the first
time, please wait for 2 hours after the unit has been leveled and
positioned in the proper place.
4.The appliance must be placed on a dry and level surface with
sufficient ventilation, far from heat sources such as ovens,
heaters and corrosive gases. Leave a 5.91”(15 cm) clearance
on all sides of the ice maker for proper ventilation.
5.Do not fill the water reservoir with hot water. This may damage
the ice maker. It is best to fill the water reservoir with water of
room temperature or lower.
6.Do not use the appliance at a very cold environment (lower
than 41℉).
7.Clean the appliance by following the operation of “CLEANING
AND MAINTENANCE” before operating.
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USING YOUR ICE MAKER
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1.Ensure that the drain plug at the back of ice maker is closed
well.
2.Plug the ice maker into the wall outlet, the “ ” indicator
flashes.
NOTE: Please make the ice maker rest for 30 minutes before
plugging in if it has been moved.
3.Open the front lid and remove the ice basket.
4.Fill the water reservoir with drinking water.
NOTE: Do not fill above the MAX water level mark.
5.Replace the ice basket and close the front lid.
6.Press the “ON/OFF” key and the “ ” indicator lights solidly.
7.The ice-making cycle will last approximately 20-30 minutes,
depending on the ambient temperature and water temperature.
8.The ice-making assembly is equipped inside of appliance, and
the ice-making assembly will keep producing ice when the water
is pumped into it. When the ice forms in the ice-making
assembly, the ice cubes will be transferred into the ice tray and
then the ice cubes will drop into the ice basket. And the above
action will be repeated until the ice basket is full.
9.The “ ” indicator will light up when the ice basket is full and
then the ice maker will stop the ice-making cycle automatically.
Open the front lid and gently remove the ice from the ice basket
with the ice scoop. And then replace the ice basket and close
the front lid, then the ice maker will restart its ice-making
function automatically. If the ice is not removed, after about 8
hours, the appliance will automatically work again, alternatively,
you can press “ON/OFF” key to restart the appliance.
10.The “ ” indicator will flash when the water reservoir is lack
of water.
(1)If the appliance is connected with external water source by
the 1/4PE tube shown in the section of “CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE” (see Fig.1), the water reservoir will be refilled
with water automatically and the appliance will restart the

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
ice-making cycle; alternatively, the user can remove the ice
basket and refill the water reservoir with water to “MAX” mark
manually, and then the appliance will restart the ice-making
cycle automatically. Please remember to close the front lid after
refilling water manually to avoid overflow.
(2)If the appliance is not connected with external water source,
firstly remove the ice basket and then fill the water reservoir with
water manually. After the water reservoir is refilled with water,
please close the front lid, then the appliance will restart the
ice-making cycle automatically.
11.When you have got your desired amount of ice, stop the
ice-making cycle by pressing the “ON/OFF” key and unplug the
unit from the wall outlet.
12.Open the front lid and transfer the ice to a freezer.
13.Allow the ice maker to reach room temperature.
14.Suggest replacing the water every a week. Please empty the
water reservoir if the ice maker is not used for a long time.
15.The ice maker can be connected with external water source
by the 1/4PE tube shown in the section of “CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE” (see Fig.1) if you want to add the function of
refilling water automatically.
To keep your ice tasting fresh and your ice maker looking great,
we recommend cleaning your ice maker at least once per week.
1.Remove the ice basket, add water and detergent into the
water reservoir, then hold and press “Clean” key for about 3
seconds, the “ ” indicator lights up and the appliance enters
into the cleaning mode.
2.After cleaning for 8 minutes, the appliance stops working and
the “ ” indicator flashes.
3.Remove the drain tube at the back of the appliance and place
it at the dirty water outlet. Open the drain plug, and then the
dirty water is drained from the drain tube until all the water
inside the appliance is drained out.
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4.Close the drain plug and fill the water reservoir with water. And
then press “Clean” key again, the “ ” indicator lights up and
the appliance enters into the cleaning mode.
5.Repeat the operation of step 3 after the detergent inside the
appliance is removed.
6.Clean the inside of appliance with a piece of soft cloth soaked
with warm water and vinegar.
7.Rinse the drain tube and place the drain plug at the fixing
groove at the back of appliance.
8.Wash the ice basket and ice scoop in warm soapy water.
Rinse and dry.
9.Clean the exterior of the ice maker with a soft damp cloth. Use
a mild dishwashing soap, if necessary.
NOTE: Do not use organic solvent, boiled water, detergent,
strong acid and strong alkali etc. for cleaning.
10.Please empty the water reservoir and dry it for storage if the
ice maker is not used for a long time.
（Fig.1）
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
flashes
1.Be lack of water.
2.The water screen at
the bottom of water
reservoir is blocked.
3.Pump malfunction.
4.A foreign object
blocked the float of
water reservoir.
1.Stop making ice, refill
water and then press
“ON/OFF” key to restart
ice-making cycle.
2.Remove the water
screen at the bottom for
cleaning.
3.Send it to the
authorized department
for repair.
4.Check the foreign
objects and restart the
appliance.
Possible causes Solution
lights up
lights solidly
flashes
1.Ice basket is full.
2.Malfunction of infrared
ray.
The ice-making
assembly is defrosting.
1.Remove the ice from
ice basket and then
press “ON/OFF” key to
restart the ice-making
cycle.
2.The sensor is
damaged, please send
it to the authorized
department for repair.
No need to deal with it,
the appliance will deal
with it automatically, and
it will return to normal
operation after about
30-45 minutes.
Alternatively, you can
hold and press the
"Clean" key for 3
seconds, and then press
the "ON /OFF" key again
to restart the appliance
after the cleaning
procedure is finished.
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flashes
flashes
The ice-making
assembly is frozen.
No need to deal with it.
Under this condition, let
the appliance be
defrosted automatically
for about 20 minutes, at
that time, the press keys
can not be operated. The
appliance can be used
again after the defrosting
is finished. If this problem
occurs repeatedly, it can
be considered as
refrigerant leakage. Please
send the appliance to the
authorized department for
maintenance.
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Poor ice-making result.
The ice-making process is
normal but the ice
produced is broken, which
lasts for more than 2 hours.
1.Poor heat dissipation.
2.The water temperature
is too high.
3.The ambient temperature
is too high.
4.The ice-making system
is abnormal.
1.Leave a 5.91in clearance
on all sides of the ice maker
for proper ventilation.
2.Fill the water reservoir
with water ranges between
46.4℉and 82.4℉
3.Operate the ice maker at
a environment with an
ambient temperature
between 50℉and 89.6℉.
4.Call customer service.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Model: FP10032US
Applicable climate: ST/SN/N/T
Class: I
Power source: 120V/60Hz
Rated power: 170W
Refrigerant/Refrigerant amount: R600a / 0.044LBS
Foaming agent: C5H10
Net weight: 34.2LBS
Housing: SUS430
Unit size (D×W×H)：17.64 ×9.69×16.93 in

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