III. MAINTENANCE
1. CLEANING
WARNING
Before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance operations, unplug the icemaker from the electrical supply network.
This appliance must not be cleaned by use of a water jet.
CAUTION
When using a neutral cleaner or sodium hypochlorite, thoroughly read and understand the instructions provided to prevent
potential health problems.
NOTICE
Ask a trained service person to clean and sanitize the icemaker water system at least twice a year and to check and clean the
condenser at least once a year.
To prevent possible damage, do not clean the plastic parts with water above 40°C or in a dishwasher.
[a] Machine and Bin Exterior
Wipe the exterior at least once per week with a clean, soft cloth. Use a damp cloth containing a neutral cleaner to wipe off
grease or dirt.
[b] Scoop Cleaning/Sanitisation (Daily)
1) Either mix 1 litre of water with 4 ml of 5.25% sodium hypochlorite solution in a suitable container, or the recommended
Hoshizaki sanitiser as directed.
2) Soak the scoop in the solution for more than 3 minutes. Rinse thoroughly, and shake to remove surplus liquid.
Note: Using a cloth to dry may re-contaminate.
[c] Storage Bin Interior Cleaning/Sanitisation (Weekly)
1) Open the storage bin door, and remove all ice.
2) Wash the bin liner with a neutral non-abrasive cleaner. Rinse thoroughly.
3) Soak a clean cloth with the neutral cleaner, and wipe both sides of the slope and the door inner surface. Wipe off the cleaner
with a clean damp cloth.
4) Either mix 5 litres of water with 18 ml of 5.25% sodium hypochlorite solution in a suitable container, or the recommended
Hoshizaki sanitiser as directed.
5) Soak a clean sponge or cloth with the solution, and wipe the bin liner, bin door and slope.
6) The remaining solution can be used to sanitise utensils.
Note: Do not wipe dry or rinse after sanitising, but allow to air dry.
[d] Air Filter
Plasticmeshairltersremovedirtordustfromtheair,andkeepthecondenserfromgettingclogged.Iftheltersgetclogged,
theicemaker’sperformancewillbereduced.Removeandcleantheairlter(s)atleasttwicepermonth:
1)Slidetheairlteroffthelterguide[IM-30CA]orthelouver[IM-45CA/65A/100A/130A].
2)Cleantheairlterbyusingavacuumcleaner.Whenseverelyclogged,usewarmwaterandaneutralcleanertowashtheair
lter.
3)Rinseanddrytheairlterthoroughly.