Koolatron KIM26-B User manual

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ICE MAKER
KIM26-B
User Manual
Please Read These Instructions Carefully Before Use!04/2019-v1
WARRANTY
This product is warranted to the retail customer for 90 days from date of retail purchase, against
defects in material and workmanship.
WHAT IS COVERED
• Replacement parts and labour.
• Transportation charges to customer for the repaired product.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
• Damage caused by abuse, accident, misuse, or neglect.
• Transportation of the unit or component from the customer to Koolatron.
IMPLIED WARRANTIES
Any implied warranties, including the implied warranty of merchantability are also limited
to the duration of 90 days from the date of retail purchase.
WARRANTY
Keep the original, dated, sales receipt with this manual.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE PROCEDURE
If you have a problem with your unit, or require replacement parts, please telephone the following
numbers for assistance:
North America 1-800-265-8456
Koolatron has Master Service Centres at these locations:
U.S.A.
4330 Commerce Dr., Batavia, NY 14020-4102
Canada
139 Copernicus Blvd., Brantford, ON N3P1N4
A Koolatron Master Service Centre must perform all warranty work.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
1. Before using, check that the voltage power corresponds to the one shown on the appliance nameplate.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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:
a) Use only extension cord with grounding plug.
b) The marked rating of an extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of this appliance.
c) It should be positioned such that it does not drape over the counter or tabletop where it can
be pulled on by children intentionally.
5. 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.
6. 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.
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.
10. Place power cord in such a way that it is not in contact with hot surfaces.
11. Do not touch the evaporator when using the ice maker to avoid being suffer from frostbite.
12. Do not immerse any part of the product in water.
13. To disconnect, turn any control to “OFF”, then remove plug from wall outlet.
14. Do not plug or unplug product with wet hands.
15. Unplug the product before cleaning,maintaining and when not in use.
16. Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality.
17. Do not clean your ice maker with any flammable fluids. The fumes may create a fire hazard or
explosion.
18. 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.
19. 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.
20. Never put flammable, explosive and corrosive articles into the ice maker.
21. Never use the ice maker when there is flammable gas leakage.
22. Never store or use gas and other flammable articles near the ice maker to avoid any fire.
23. Unplug the ice maker before moving it to avoid damaging the refrigerating system.
24. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, modify, or replace any part of your product.
25. 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.
26. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
27. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
28. Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use.
29. Do not use outdoors.
30. Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
31. Please dispose of the ice maker according to local regulators as it uses flammable blowing gas
and refrigerant.
FEATURES
CONTROL PANEL
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Evaporator
Ice tray
Ice shovel
Water reservoir
Control panel Infrared
light-emitting
diode
Infrared
light-receiving
diode
Filter
Drain plug
"MAX" water level
Ice basket
Ice scoop
Top lid
Viewing window
Front cover
Back housing
Front housing
Compressor
cooling fan
SELECT button
- to select “S”, “L” or “CLEAN”
under standby mode
- to select “S” or “L”
when power on
CLEAN
LED indicator lights up
when the appliance
needs to be cleaned
ICE FULL
LED indicator lights up
when the ice basket is full.
ADD WATER
alert LED indicator
Selected ice cube size
LED light indicator
- S for small
- L for large
POWER
ON/OFF
button
POWER
LED indicator
- Standby mode: LED indicator blinks
- Working condition: LED indicator on

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This portable icemaker uses a fully automatic control system, with an advanced microcomputer for
easy and convenient ice making. Making ice is simple and fast. Just add water, plug into an outlet, and
press the ON button. You can select one of the two ice cube sizes with the touch of a button.
There are warning indicators that alert you to fill water when the reservoir is empty and to remove ice
when the ice basket is full. The icemaker also has built-in safeguards that can limit accidental damage,
automatically shutting down the system when necessary.
BEFORE FIRST USE Please read carefully.
1. Unpack the appliance, then check and make sure that all the accessories including ice basket and
ice scoop etc. are complete. Please contact with the customer 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” (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 at a very cold environment (lower than 41°F / 5°C).
7. Clean the appliance by following the operation of “CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE” before operate.
OPERATING PROCESS
1. Ensure that the drain plug at the bottom of water reservoir is closed well.
2. Plug the ice maker into the wall outlet, the “ICE” indicator blinks.
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 “ICE”indicator lights solidly. At that time, press ”SELECT” key to
select the ice size.
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. Once this has 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
11.If need to clean the appliance, press “SELECT” key to select “CLEAN” function under standby mode.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Before using your icemaker, it is strongly recommended that you clean the icemaker thoroughly.
1. When cleaning, please make sure the power has been turned off and the plug is disconnected from
the power outlet. When plugging or unplugging the unit from the outlet, pull directly on the plug.
Never pull on the power cord.
2. Remove the ice storage basket.
3. To drain out excess water, move the appliance forward 60mm away from the edge to be able
to reach and open the drain plug found at the bottom of the unit.
4. Use a mild detergent diluted in warm water and wipe with a soft towel or sponge.
WARNING Solvents, detergents and abrasives must never be used for cleaning.
5. Wipe the inner parts, such as the ice storage basket, water reservoir, water box, ice pusher, and
evaporator rods.
6. The outside of the icemaker should be cleaned regularly with a mild detergent solution, warm
water, and a soft cloth.
7. Dry the interior and exterior with a soft cloth.
8. To begin making ice once the unit has been cleaned, pour clean water into the water reservoir and
fill up to the level line follow operating instructions.
WARNING Never tilt or place the icemaker on its side, otherwise you must wait 10 hours for
compressor coolant to settle.
9. To ensure the cleanliness of the ice cubes, the water in the water storage tank should be replaced
every 24 hours.
10. When the machine is not in use or will not be used for an extended period of time, empty the water
reservoir completely, clean and let dry completely before storing.
Be sure to clean the icemaker regularly. To keep your ice tasting fresh, it is recommended to clean
the ice maker once per week.
“CLEAN” LED indicator lights up when the appliance needs to be cleaned. Fill the water reservoir with
cold water, making sure it doesn’t go above the MAX water level mark. Select the CLEAN function,
the water will wash the machine for 5 cycles.
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table edgedrain plug drain plug 2.4” / 60mm

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
You can solve many common appliance problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call.
Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling the servicer.
Problem
“ADD WATER” indicator
turns on
“ICE FULL” indicator
lights up
“ADD WATER” and
“ICE FULL” indicators
turn on simultaneously
The ice collects together
The ice-making cycle
seems normal but
no ice is produced
Poor ice-making result
Possible causes
1. Low water level or
lack of water
2. The water screen at
the bottom of water
reservoir is blocked.
3. Pump malfunction.
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. 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.
Making ice takes too much time.
The water in the water reservoir
is of too low temperature.
- The ambient temperature or
water temperature is too high.
- Refrigerating system leaks
- Refrigerating system blocks
1.Poor heat dissipation.
2.The water temperature
is too high.
3.The ambient temperature
is too high.
Solution
1.Stop making ice, refill water and
then press “ON/OFF” key
to restart ice-making cycle.
2. Clean unit
3. Send it to the authorized
department for repair.
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.
1. Unplug the appliance and check
if the ice tray is blocked.
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.
Stop making ice and restart the
ice-making cycle after the ice melts.
Fill the water reservoir with water
ranges between 46-77°F / 8-25°C.
- Start the ice-making cycle at an
ambient temperature less than
89°F / 32°C and fill the water
reservoir with some cold water.
- Call customer service
- Call customer service
1. Leave a 6-inch clearance on all
sides of the ice maker for proper
ventilation.
2. Fill the water reservoir with water
ranges between 46-77°F / 8-25°C.
3. Operate the ice maker at an
ambient temperature between
50-89°F / 10-32°C.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Ice making capacity: 12 kgs (26.5 lbs.)/24 h
Applicable climate: ST/SN/N/T
Class: I
Power: 120V/60Hz
Rated power: 105W
Refrigerant type & amount: R600a / 23g
High Side: 290 Psig
Low Side: 138 Psig
Foaming agent: HFC-245fa
Net weight: 7.46kg (16.4 lbs)
Housing: PP
Unit size(DXWXH):  310x230x325mm (12.2x9”x12.8”)