Frigidaire EFIC121-SS User manual

This ice maker is not designed to keep ice frozen. After each use, remove all
ice cubes, drain the water.
ICE MAKER
12 KGS
26 LBS
USER MANUAL
EFIC121-SS/EFIC121-SSBLACK/EFIC121-SSRED
is a pending or registered trademark used under license from
Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
Made In China
For service assistance and product information, please call: 1-800-968-9853.
Curtis International Ltd.
7045 BECKETT DRIVE, UNIT 15, MISSISSAUGA, ON, L5S 2A3 www.curtisint.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TECHNICAL PARAMETERS.......................................................10
WARRANTY CARD......................................................................11

To reduce the risk of fire, explosion,electricshock,orinjury
when using your ice maker, follow these important safety
instructions:
Before using check that the voltage power corresponds to
the one shown on the appliance nameplate.
Do not remove any safety, warning, or product information
labels from your ice maker.
Plug the ice maker into an exclusive grounded power outlet.
No other appliance should be plugged into the same outlet.
Be sure that the plug is fully inserted into the receptacle.
This appliance must be grounded. It is equipped with a
power cord having a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
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 cord 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.
Do not operate any appliance with a damage cord or plug
or after the appliance malfunction or has been damaged in any
manner. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized service
facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified
person in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed including the following
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Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a
heated oven.
Place power cord in such a way it cannot be pulled on by
children or cause a tripping hazard.
Place power cord in such a way that it is not in contact
with hot surfaces.
The use of attachment not recommended or sold by
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
Do not touch the evaporator when using the ice maker or
making ice to avoid being suffer from frostbite.
Do not immerse any part of the product in water.
To disconnect, turn any control to “OFF”, then remove
plug from wall outlet.
Do not plug or unplug product with wet hands.
Unplug the product before cleaning, maintaining and when not
in use.
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or
of unknown quality.
Do not clean your ice maker with any flammable fluids.
The fumes may create a fire hazard or explosion.
Do not overturn the ice maker. If the ice maker is
overturned accidentally, make it stand steadily for 2 hours
before powering it on again.
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.
Never put flammable, explosive and corrosive articles into
the ice maker.
Never use the ice maker when there is flammable gas
leakage.
Never store or use gas and other flammable articles near
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the ice maker to avoid any fire.
Unplug the ice maker before moving it to avoid damaging
the refrigerating system.
Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, modify, or replace
any part of your product.
This appliance is not intended for used 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 appliances by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used
by or near children.
Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
Please dispose of the ice maker according to local regulations
as it uses flammable blowing gas and refrigerant.
34. Please refer to local regulations regarding disposal of the
appliance for its flammable refrigerant and blowing gas.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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(Productmay be subject to changewithout priornotice)
Hole plug
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Key (with indicator)
Function
ON/OFF
Start or stop the appliance
POWER
Standby mode: “POWER” indicator blinks;
Working condition: “POWER” indicator
lights solidly.
ICE FULL
“ICE FULL” indicator lights up when the
ice basket is full.
ADD WATER
“ADD WATER” indicator lights up when
the water reservoir is lack of water.
1. Unpack the appliance, then check and make sure that all the accessories including ice
basket and ice scoop etc. are included. Please contact the client service department
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 about a 6-inch
(15cm) 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 in a very cold environment (lower than 5℃).
7. Clean the appliance by following the operation of “CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE” before you operate.
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1. Ensure that the drain plug at the bottom of water reservoir is closed well.
2. Plug the ice maker into the wall outlet, until the “POWER” indicator blinks.
NOTE: Please let the ice maker rest for 30 minutes before plug if it has been
moved.
3. Open the top 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 top lid.
6. Press “ON/OFF” key, and the “POWER”indicator lights solidly.
7. The ice-making cycle will last approximately 7-15 minutes, depending on the ambient
temperature and water temperature.
8. The ice-making cycle starts with water being pumped into the ice tray situated below
the evaporator. Over the next 7-15 minutes ice forms on the evaporator. Oncethishas
completed, the ice tray will tilt backwards and the remaining water in the ice tray is
drained back into the water reservoir. The ice cubes are then dropped from the evaporator
and pushed forward into the ice basket by the ice shovel. The ice tray will automatically
move back into position under the evaporator and start the next cycle.
9. The “ICE FULL” indicator will light up when the ice basket is full and then the ice
maker will stop the ice-making cycle automatically. Gently remove the ice from the ice
basket with the ice scoop. About 5 seconds later, the ice maker will restart its ice making
function automatically.
10. The “ADD WATER” indicator will light up when the water reservoir is lack of water
and the ice-making cycle will stop automatically. At that time, remove the ice basket and
add water to the water reservoir, and then press “ON/OFF” key again to restart the
ice-making cycle. The appliance will start working automatically after about 20 minutes
if the operator forgets to restart the appliance after refill.
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 top lid and transfer the ice to a freezer.
13. Allow the ice maker to reach room temperature.
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14.We suggest replacing the water every a week. Please empty the water reservoir if the ice
maker is not used for a long time.
To keep your ice tasting fresh and your ice maker looking great, we recommend cleaning
your ice maker once per week.
1. Stop the ice-making cycle by pressing the “ON/OFF” key, unplug the ice maker from
the wall outlet and allow it to warm up to room temperature.
2. If residual water is found in the ice tray, gently push the ice tray back so that all water
drains into the water reservoir.
3. Move the appliance forward to a place 60mm away from the working table and open
the drain plug to drain out excess water (see Fig.1, Fig.2 and Fig.3).
4. Remove the ice basket.
5. Clean the ice maker interior with a soft cloth soaked with warm water and vinegar,
then rinse with clean water and then drain all the water.
6. Replace the drain plug well in position. Wash the ice basket and ice scoop in warm
soapy water. Rinse and dry.
7. Clean the exterior of the ice maker with a soft damp cloth. Use a mild dishwashing
soap, if necessary.
NOTE:
1) Do not use organic solvent, boiled water, detergent, strong acid and strong alkali etc.
for cleaning.
2) Do not clean the evaporator.
8. Please empty the water reservoir and dry it for storage if the ice maker is not used for a
long time.
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（Fig.1）
（Fig.2）（Fig.3）
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Problem
Possible causes
Solution
“ADD WATER”
indicator turns on
1.Low water level or lack of
water
2.The water screen at the bottom
of water reservoir is blocked.
3.Pump malfunction.
1.Stop making ice, refill
water and then press
“ON/OFF”keytorestart
ice-making cycle.
2.Clean
3.Send it to the authorized
department for repair.
“ICE FULL” indicator
lights up
1.Ice basket is full and the
infrared light is blocked by the
ice.
2. Infrared light-emitting diode
& light-receiving diode do not
work
1. Remove the ice from ice
basket.
2a. Wipe up the foreign
objects on the infrared
light-emitting diode &
light-receiving diode and
restart the ice maker.
2b. Call Customer Service if
the infrared light-emitting
diode & light-receiving
diode still can not work
after wiping up the foreign
objects on them and
restarting the ice maker.
“ADD WATER” and
“ICE FULL” indicators
turn on simultaneously
1. The ice tray is not in the right
position.
2. The “ICE FULL” condition
can not be detected as the
infrared light module is
interfered by the sunlight.
1. Unplug the appliance and
checkiftheicetrayis
blocked by something.
2. Unplug the appliance and
move it to a place which is
not exposed to the sunlight,
then plug the appliance and
activate it again.
The ice collects
together.
Making ice takes too much time.
Stop making ice and restart
the ice-making cycle after
the ice melts.
The water in the water reservoir
Fill the water reservoir with
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