Marvel MACL415 User manual

OWNERS GUIDE
MARVEL LOW PROFILE UNDERCOUNTER REFRIGERATION
THE ORIGINAL REFRIGERATION EXPERTS SINCE 1892
FOR MODEL # MARE224
OWNER’S GUIDE
MARVEL LOW PROFILE UNDERCOUNTER REFRIGERATION
THE ORIGINAL REFRIGERATION EXPERTS SINCE 1892
FOR MODEL # MACL415

WELCOME
Welcome to the Marvel Experience
Congratulations on your purchase of the industry’s quietest
clear ice machine with the best ice clarity and purity. Your
new investment is protected by a limited warranty for the
rst year, and hermetically sealed refrigeration system parts
are covered for an additional 4 years.
Here’s your guide to the operation and maintenance of your
Marvel Clear Ice Machine to ensure years of enjoyment. If
you have any questions, please contact Marvel Customer
Service or Tech Support at:
Phone: [phone]
Email:
• Customer Service: [email protected]
• Tech Support: [email protected]
Got a Marvelous Design?
We would love to see how your Marvel product looks in its
new home. Send us photos at marketing@marvelrefriger-
ation.com, and we might feature your Marvel home design
on our website and social media!
Thank you again for investing in Marvel for your home!
Warranty Registration
It is important you send in your warranty registration card
immediately after taking delivery of your appliance or you
can register online at www.marvelrefrigeration.com.
The following information will be
required when registering your
appliance:
Service Number
Serial Number
Date of Purchase
Dealer’s name and address
The service number and serial number can be found on the
serial plate which is located inside the cabinet on the left
side near the top.
Online regis-
tration available at
www.marvelrefriger-
ation.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Safety
Important Safety Instructions
Installation
Unpacking Your Appliance
Electrical
Cutout & Product Dimensions
Side-by-Side & Stacking Installations
Integrated Panel Dimensions
Installing The Water Supply
Installing the Drain plumbing
Maintenance
Care and Cleaning
Long-Term Storage/Winterization
Operating Instructions
Using Your Electronic Control
Ice Maker Operation
Service
Obtaining Service
Troubleshooting
Product Liability
Warranty Claims
Ordering Replacement Parts
R600a Specifications
System Diagnosis Guide
Compressor Specifications
Control Operation - Service
Thermistor
Warranty
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NOTE
!CAUTION
Important Safety Instructions
Warnings and safety instructions appearing in this guide
are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situa-
tions that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care
must be exercised when installing, maintaining, or operat-
ing this appliance.
Recognize Safety Symbols,
Words, and Labels.
CAUTION-Hazards or unsafe practices which could re-
sult in personal injury or property / product damage.
NOTE-Important information to help assure a problem
free installation and operation.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
!WARNING
WARNING - You can be killed or seriously injured
if you do not follow these instructions.
!WARNING
State of California Proposition 65 Warning:
This product contains one or more chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer.
!WARNING
State of California Proposition 65 Warning:
This product contains one or more chemicals known
to the State of California to cause birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
!WARNING
WARNING - This unit contains R600a (Isobutane)
which is a ammable hydrocarbon. It is safe for regular
use. Do not use sharp objects to expedite defrosting.
Do not damage refrigerant circuit.
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NOTE
!WARNING
WARNING - Dispose of the plastic bags which can
be a su󰀨ocation hazard.
UNPACKING YOUR APPLIANCE
!CAUTION
!WARNING
WARNING - Help Prevent Tragedies
Child entrapment and su󰀨ocation are not problems of
the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still
dangerous - even if they sit out for "just a few hours".
If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please fol-
low the instructions below to help prevent accidents.
Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:
• Take o󰀨 the doors or remove the drawers.
• Leave the shelves in place so children may not
easily climb inside.
!WARNING
EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD
Use two or more people to move product.
Failure to do so can result in personal injury.
Remove Interior Packaging
Your appliance has been packed for shipment with all parts
that could be damaged by movement securely fastened.
Remove internal packing materials and any tape holding in-
ternal components in place. The owners manual is shipped
inside the product in a plastic bag along with the warranty
registration card, and other accessory items.
Important
Keep your carton and packaging until your appliance has
been thoroughly inspected and found to be in good condi-
tion. If there is damage, the packaging will be needed as
proof of damage in transit. Afterwards please dispose of all
items responsibly.
Note to Customer
This merchandise was carefully packed and thoroughly
inspected before leaving our plant. Responsibility for its
safe delivery was assumed by the retailer upon acceptance
of the shipment. Claims for loss or damage sustained in
transit must be made to the retailer.
DO NOT RETURN DAMAGED MERCHANDISE TO THE
MANUFACTURER - FILE THE CLAIM WITH THE
RETAILER.
If the appliance was shipped, handled, or stored in other
than an upright position for any period of time, allow the ap-
pliance to sit upright for a period of at least 24 hours before
plugging in. This will assure oil returns to the compressor.
Plugging the appliance in immediately may cause damage
to internal parts.
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Electrical Connection
A grounded 115 volt, 15 amp dedicated circuit is required.
This product is factory equipped with a power supply
cord that has a three-pronged, grounded plug. It must be
plugged into a mating grounding type receptacle in ac-
cordance with the National Electrical Code and applicable
local codes and ordinances (see gure below). If the circuit
does not have a grounding type receptacle, it is the respon-
sibility and obligation of the customer to provide the proper
power supply. The third ground prong should not, under
any circumstances, be cut or removed.
NOTE
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) are prone to nui-
sance tripping which will cause the appliance to shut down.
GFCI’s are generally not used on circuits with power equip-
ment that must run unattended for long periods of time, un-
less required to meet local building codes and ordinances.
ELECTRICAL
Do not remove
ground prong
Electrical Shock Hazard
• Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.
They can be hazardous and can degrade product
performance.
• This appliance should not, under any circumstanc-
es, be installed to an ungrounded electrical supply.
• Do not remove the grounding prong from the power
cord.
• Do not use an adapter.
• Do not splash or spray water from a hose on the
appliance. Doing so may cause an electrical shock,
which may result in severe injury or death.
!WARNING
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"C"
CUTOUT AND PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
"A"
"B"
"D"
"E" Solid door
shown
If necessary, to gain clearance inside the rough-in
opening, a hole can be cut through the adjacent
cabinet and the power cord routed through this hole to
a power outlet. Another way to increase the available
opening depth is to recess the power outlet into the
rear wall to gain the thickness of the power cord plug.
Not all recessed outlet boxes will work for this applica-
tion as they are too narrow, but a recessed outlet box
equivalent to Arlington #DVFR1W is recommended for
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CUTOUT AND PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
PRODUCT DATA
ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS #
PRODUCT
WEIGHT
115V/60Hz/15A 105 lbs
(47.7 kg)
"E"
"F"
"D"
"G"
CL
Water
inlet
47⁄8"
(12.4 cm)
11⁄4"
(3.2 cm)
CL Gravity
drain
211⁄2"
(54.6cm)
615⁄16"
(17.6 cm)
"J"
"H"
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SIDE-BY-SIDE AND STACKING INSTALLATIONS
Side-by-Side Installation
Other Site Requirements
Units must operate from separate, properly grounded elec-
trical receptacles placed according to each unit's electrical
specications requirements.
Cutout width for a side-by-side installation is the total of the
widths listed under Cutout Dimensions in each unit's Instal-
lation Guide. Each door can be opened individually (one at
a time) without interference.
Figure 10
However, to ensure unobstructed door swing (opening both
doors at the same time), 1/4" (6.4 mm) of space needs to
be maintained between the units.
Hinge-by-Hinge Installation (Mullion)
When installing two units hinge-by-hinge, 13/16" (22 mm)
is required for integrated models. Additional space may be
needed for any knobs, pulls or handles installed.
Stainless steel models which include the standard stainless
handle will require 4-9/16" (116 mm) to allow both doors to
open to 90° at the same time.
Figure 11
Figure 12
Figure 13
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15⁄32"
(2.9 cm)
Hinge side of door
Top of door
INTEGRATED PANEL DIMENSIONS
Right Hand Hinged Door
15" (38.1 cm) wide appliance
Right Hand Hinged Door
15" (38.1 cm) wide appliance
Clearance
for hinge
at top and
bottom
Hinge side of door
Top of door
Left Hand Hinged Door
15" (38.1 cm) wide appliance
Left Hand Hinged Door
15" (38.1 cm) wide appliance
Clearance
for hinge
at top and
bottom
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USING YOUR ELECTRONIC CONTROL
Control Function Guide
Function Command Notes
ON/OFF Press and release. Unit will immediately turn ON or OFF.
Enable Sabbath Mode Press and hold for 5 seconds and release.
The oF / oC symbol will ash briey after 5 seconds. Interior
light and display will go dark and remain so until user resets
mode - unit continues to operate.
Disable Sabbath Mode Press and release. Display and interior light return to normal operation.
Silent Mode (ice production
suspended for 3 hours) Hold and . Display will count down the hours:
Clean Mode See "Cleaning" section
Showroom Mode Hold and for 5 seconds.
The oF / oC symbol will ash. Display will be lit and interior light
will function. Unit will not cool. Repeat command to return to
normal operation.
Door Alert Notication
When the door is left open for more than 30 minutes:
• A tone will sound for several seconds every minute
• will appear in display
• Close door to silence alert and reset
Temperature displayed reects actual temperature inside unit. If the
temperature displayed is di󰀨erent than selected, the unit is progressing
towards the selected temperature. Time to reach set point varies based
upon ambient temperature, temperature of product loaded, door openings,
etc. Marvel recommends allowing the unit to reach set points before
loading.
NOTE
Electronic control
First Use
Initial startup requires no adjustments. When plugged in, the unit will
begin operating under the factory default settings. If the unit was turned o󰀨
during installation, simply press and the unit will immediately switch on.
To turn the unit o󰀨, press .
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ionized water are not recommended as they can adversely
Water
Supply
Line
Clamp and
Screw
Back view of
ice machine
NOTE
!CAUTION
INSTALLING THE WATER SUPPLY
Compression
Water
supply
line
Water supply
service loop
valve
Water valve
inlet
Water Supply
Observe and follow all local building codes when installing
this appliance.
This ice machine must be connected to a potable cold
water supply line. delivering water pressure between a
minimum of 20 psi and a maximum of 120 psi.
Use 1/4" copper tubing for your water supply which is
available at any local hardware or plumbing supply store.
Route the 1/4" copper tubing to suit your installation being
sure not to kink the tubing. Purchase enough copper tubing
length to allow a coil to be formed behind the unit for a
"service loop" which will allow the appliance to be pulled
out from the installation for servicing or cleaning. Connect
the copper tubing to the "top side" of a cold water pipe to
prevent the ice-maker from plugging with sediment.
ease servicing the appliance. NOTE: A SELF-PIERCING
TYPE VALVE IS NOT RECOMMENDED as they are prone
to clogging with sediment which will create pressure drop
reducing the water supply to the unit.
Connect the copper tubing water supply to the water valve
IMPORTANT: Secure the water supply line to the back of
the cabinet with the screw and strain relief clamp provided
in the corner of the back panel.
Make certain all connections are watertight after
installation. Form the tubing so that it will not vibrate
against the cabinet body or kink when your appliance is
moved in and out of position.
This ice machine is designed to make clear ice from the
majority of water sources on a daily basis. If your results
treated. A water specialist can recommend proper water
treatment.
!CAUTION
•
only. Do not use with plastic tubing.
•
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INSTALLING THE DRAIN PLUMBING
This drain pump is designed to be installed in Marvel ice
machines only and approved for use with water only.
!CAUTION
Drain pump
vent tube.
Keep this
open to
assure air
fl ows freely
as water
enters the
pump reser-
voir.
Drain line coiled and
secured to the back of the
cabinet. Uncoil, route to
an appropriate drain and
cut to length.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Risk of electrical shock or personal injury could occur
due to moving components, if the machine compart-
ment access cover is removed before unplugging the
ice machine power cord.
!WARNING
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The Ice Making Process
fractional freezing to form a slab of ice that is clear and
has less dissolved solids than the water it is produced
from. This is accomplished by running water over the cold
evaporator plate which gradually freezes
leaving the
dissolved solids in the residual reservoir water to provide
clear ice.
sheet is released and slides onto the grid cutter
cutter’s heated
wires. The water containing the dissolved minerals is
drained after each freezing cycle. Fresh water enters the
machine for the next ice making cycle.
Water distributor
Water
reservoir
Evaporator
Circulation
Pump
Reservoir
drain plug
Front
panel
Bin Level
Sensor
Ice
Grid Cutter
ICE MAKER OPERATION
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when the ice supply is low or full and starts or stops the ice
making process accordingly.
power to the unit.
New Sounds
your household refrigerator. Because these sounds are
new to you they may be of a concern but are most likely
normal. The ice production process will make noises that
valves opening and closing. Following are some of the
A buzzing sound will be heard when the water valve
water line.
evaporator plate and into the water reservoir.
A "thud" when the ice slab is released from the
evaporator plate and slides onto the grid cutter.
"Clicks" when the cubes fall into the ice storage bin.
machine.
An air noise from the condenser fan.
Ice Production
In normal mode the ice machine will produce up to 39
pounds (17.7 kg) of clear ice in a 24-hour period when
installed in a 72°F ambient with a 55°F water supply. In
"ECO" mode (see page 16) the ice machine will produce up
to 29 pounds (13.2 kg) of clear ice in the 24 hour period.
24-hours of operation the unit will produce up to 39 lbs of
the ice storage bin is maintained at a temperature slightly
production rate will overcome the ice melt and the storage
NOTE
NOTE
The ice machine will keep producing ice until the ice
machine’s bin is full and will restart automatically when
ice needs to be replenished in the bin. The ice bin is
machine to run for 24-48 hours to accumulate ice in the ice
machine’s bin.
ICE MAKER OPERATION
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New Sounds
your household refrigerator. Because these sounds are
new to you they may be of a concern but are most likely
normal. The ice production process will make noises that
"Initial" ice production and ice accumulated in the storage
bin will vary significantly. This is normal. During the first
24 hours of operation, the unit will produce up to 39 lbs of
ice at the above ambient and water temperature
conditions, but when starting with an empty ice storage
bin, the storage bin may accumulate up to 23 lbs of ice.
By design, the ice storage bin is maintained at a
temperature slightly above freezing to allow the stored
ice to to slowly melt to preserve the ice quality and clarity
and assure a constant supply of fresh ice. As ice is
accumulated in the bin, the ice production rate will
overcome the ice melt and the storage bin will fill to
capacity.
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CLEANING YOUR ICE MACHINE
!CAUTION
Forcing ice through the grid cutter will break the grid cutter
wires.
!CAUTION
Remove all ice
from the evaporator
plate and grid cutter
area that is not
embedded in wires
Clean reminder:
CLEAN
NOTE
Homes with poor water quality or high clear ice usage
might require more frequent cleaning.
To clean your ice machine you will need to purchase a
"nickel safe" ice maker cleaner. Cleaner can be obtained by
contacting Marvel customer service at 616-754-5601
or email [email protected].
Use only Marvel-approved ice machine cleaner and follow
all label warnings and directions. Incorrect chemical
usage, and any damage that may result, is not covered by
warranty.
Available to order
Clear Ice Machine Cleaner, 4-oz. bottle Part # S41013789
NOTE
For reference see our "Care and Cleaning video" at the
website: www.marvelrefrigeration.com.
Remove all ice from the ice bin.
Drain the water from the water reservoir by removing the
black plug from the bottom of the fresh water reservoir.
After the water is drained, replace the plug in the bottom of
the reservoir.
Allow all of the ice to fall from the evaporator plate
and remove any ice from the grid cutter. If there is ice
embedded in the grid cutter wires, wait for it to melt and
fall out. Do not try to remove ice that is embedded in
the grid cutter wires as that may break the wires.
OFF
When cleaning is needed, UI will alternate between "CL"
and "ICE" every 3000 cycles to indicate that the unit needs
to be cleaned. Over time, mineral buildup on the cold
evaporator plate can occur which can adversely
affect the quality of your ice. This build-up is dependent on
your water source and usage. Normal ice production will
continue while the "CLEAN" reminder is displayed. You
may clear the "CL" reminder at any time by holding "UP"
"DOWN" and "CLEAN" at the same time. When reset, the
"CLEAN" reminder will reset and not occur for another
3000 cycles. If you choose to clean the appliance at this
time, see the options menu section below.
Clean mode:
To ensure maximum performance and ice quality, it is
recommended to clean your ice machine once every six
months. This simple cleaning routine will also ensure
water and energy use continues at optimum efficiency.
Once you have your cleaner:
Turn the ice machine off by pressing and holding the "ON/
OFF" icon for 3 seconds. "OFF" will be displayed on the
control.
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Draining and Removing Water from the Ice-
Making System with a Gravity Drain.
1.
2.
3.
water valve.
Change the electronic control to the "CLEAN" position
for approximately one (1) minute. This will energize and
open the water valve and remove most of the water
from the water valve and the water valve’s outlet water
line to the reservoir.
4. Change the electronic control to the "OFF" position.
This will energize and open the drain valve to drain the
reservoir and the ice machine drain system.
5. Unplug the ice machine from the electrical outlet.
6. Remove the access cover from the rear of the ice
machine.
water in the ice-making system.
This ice machine must have all water drained and removed
to prevent ice machine damage as well as possible water
damage to the surrounding area in freezing conditions.
These damages are not covered under warranty.
Do not use any type of anti-freeze or other solution as a
substitution for properly draining the ice machine.
Clean the Ice Machine
Cleaning the ice machine will help prevent mold and
mildew growth as well as sanitize the ice machine for
storage or when it is put back into service.
!CAUTION
!CAUTION
Risk of electrical shock or personal injury could occur
access cover is removed before unplugging the ice
machine.
!WARNING
Electrocution Hazard
Back view of
ice machine
Water supply
Water
supply
line
Water valve
inlet
Access
cover
Screw
!CAUTION
Winterization: If the unit will be exposed to temperatures
LONG TERM STORAGE AND WINTERIZATION
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Reconnect the water valve outlet water line.
Reinstall the ice machine’s access cover.
Clean and dry the ice machine’s storage bin.
Prop the door open for air circulation to prevent mold
and mildew.
Leave the water supply line disconnected or
reconnect
water on and allow water to enter back into the
water valve.
White
collar
Plastic outlet
water line
7. Disconnect the water valve’s outlet water line to the
reservoir and drain the remaining water left in the water
line trap area.
To disconnect the water outlet
line: Push up on the white collar
and pull the plastic water line
from the bottom of the water
valve.
To reconnect the water outlet
line: Simply insert the plastic
tubing into the white collar and
push until it stops (about 12
valve).
Draining Water for Factory Installed Drain
Pump Applications
Follow steps 1 through 12 for the gravity drain then do the
13. Install the winterization plug in the water drain hole
inside the ice bin.
Winterization
plug
LONG TERM STORAGE AND WINTERIZATION
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Drain Pump Removal Instructions:
Unplug the ice machine from the electrical supply and
remove the rear access cover from the ice machine.
Remove the front panel and the toe grille from the front
of the ice machine.
Remove the front and rear drain pump brackets.
Unscrew the 3 hose clamps and remove the 3 hoses
from the front of the drain pump.
Unscrew the leveling leg in the back corner until the
nut insert in the base.
To Restart the Ice Machine
Reconnect or turn on the water supply line.
Reconnect drain tubing if removed.
Plug in the power cord to a wall outlet and turn the
water leaks.
storage bin. The drain pump should activate and
discharge water (Check for water leaks at all hose
connections.
access for the air hose.
Apply air pressure (approximately 10 psi) to the end of
the vent tube which will purge the remainder of the
water from the drain pump and the drain line.
Reinstall the vent tube and clamp to the back of the ice
machine and remove the winterization plug from the ice
bin and save it for future use.
Vent
tube
Remove
clamp
screw
Drain
line
LONG TERM STORAGE AND WINTERIZATION
Unscrew the
leveling leg so
the end of the
with the top of
the nut insert.
Remove
these 3 hose
remove the
3 tubes from
the drain
pump
Drain pump ground
wire connection
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If Service is Required:
• If the product is within the rst year warranty period
please contact your dealer or call Marvel Customer
Service at 616.754.5601 for directions on how to obtain
warranty coverage in your area.
• If the product is outside the rst year warranty period,
Marvel Customer Service can provide recommenda-
tions of service centers in your area. A listing of autho-
rized service centers is also available at www.marvelre-
frigeration.com under the service and support section.
• In all correspondence regarding service, be sure to
give the service number, serial number, and proof of
purchase.
• Try to have information or description of nature of the
problem, how long the appliance has been running, the
room temperature, and any additional information that
may be helpful in quickly solving the problem.
• Table "B" is provided for recording pertinent information
regarding your product for future reference.
For Your Records
Date of Purchase
Dealer’s name
Dealer’s Address
Dealer’s City
Dealer’s State
Dealer’s Zip Code
Appliance Serial Number
Appliance Service Number
Date Warranty Card Sent (Must
be within 10 days of purchase).
Table B
OBTAINING SERVICE
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