Smeg FGS Series User manual

AUTOMATIC ICE-CUBE MAKER - CLEANING AND SANITIZING MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 RECOMMENDATIONS
2 CLEANING
3 SANITIZING
The figures in this manual are of a general nature. Some details may therefore differ,
depending on the specific model.
The Manufacturer declines all liability for any inaccuracies in this cleaning and sanitizing
manual due to printing or transcription errors. The Manufacturer also reserves the right to
make any modifications to the products that may be necessary or useful, also in the interest
of the user, without impairing the products’ essential features of functionality and safety.

1 RECOMMENDATIONS
This cleaning and sanitizing manual forms an integral part of the ice-cube maker (also more simply
called “appliance” in the text) and must be kept for possible future consultation.
In the event of the appliance being sold or transferred to another person, this manual must be handed
over to the new user, in order to enable him to become familiar with the operation of the equipment and
the corresponding advice and recommendations.
This cleaning and sanitizing manual does not replace the instruction book supplied with the ice maker,
which should be referred to for all subjects not covered by this manual; in particular, please refer to the
instruction book for the start-up procedure, connection of the appliance to the electricity mains and
water supply, and cleaning of components not expressly mentioned in the cleaning and sanitizing
manual.
The frequency of cleaning and sanitizing operations can vary, depending on:
♦temperature and environmental conditions
♦temperature and quality of water (hardness, presence of grit, etc.)
♦quantity of ice produced, or time of use of ice-cube maker
♦periods of non-use of ice-cube maker
TO ENSURE CORRECT CLEANING AND SANITIZING OF THE ICE-CUBE MAKER, PERFORM THE
OPERATIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH.
! IMPORTANT:
♦the operations described in this manual must only be performed by skilled, authorised
personnel
♦the appliance must be installed in a hygienically clean location; avoid premises such as cellars and
storerooms, because poor hygiene promotes the formation and proliferation of bacteria in the ice-cube
maker
♦do not use corrosive substances to remove limestone from the appliance, because this will invalidate
the guarantee, and may cause serious damage to the materials and components of the appliance
♦gloves suitable to protect against cuts must be worn when performing all operations involving handling
of sheet metal parts in particular
♦gloves suitable to protect the skin against the substances used must be worn when performing all
cleaning and sanitizing operations
♦wear suitable goggles during cleaning and sanitizing operations to protect the eyes against splashes
of the substances used
♦take care not to spill water or solutions on the internal components of the appliance, the wiring or the
power cable
2 CLEANING
1. wait for ice cubes to drop, switch off appliance, disconnect from the electricity mains supply and
open door
2. remove all ice from container
3. remove flag support assembly (1 in Fig. 1) and ice-cube slide (2 in Fig 2. 1) and extract overflow
pipe (3 in Fig 2. 1) to drain water present in basin
4. reposition overflow pipe and fill basin with a 25% solution of water and white vinegar
5. reposition ice-cube slide and flag support assembly
6. close door and operate appliance for five one-minute periods, with a five-minute interval between
each
! IMPORTANT: The pump must be in operation during cleaning cycles (check that water is
sprayed). If it is not, immediately adjust the timer regulation screw by turning it clockwise until
the indicator on the pin exits from the zone marked DEFROST.
To reach timer, loosen screws in front panel with a Phillips screwdriver, remove front panel by pulling
it upwards, and regulate timer with a flat-head screwdriver (Fig. 2).
7. switch off machine and disconnect it from electricity mains and water supply

8. remove top of appliance by lifting rear part and releasing it from front hooks (Fig. 3). On some
models the top is secured to the rear panel of the appliance with a screw, which must be removed
before lifting the top and repositioned when cleaning and sanitizing operations are finished
9. remove evaporator cover panel (Fig. 4) and clean top part of evaporator, bin, evaporator cover
panel and door with water and vinegar solution
10. remove any sediment from evaporator and evaporator cover panel using a brush with soft bristles
and a non-abrasive sponge
11. pour plenty of cold water onto the evaporator and with the aid of the brush, direct the sediment
removed into the basin beneath, taking care not to obstruct the holes in the base of the evaporator.
During cleaning of evaporator, take care:
♦not to bend coils
♦not to detach water supply pipes
♦not to remove evaporator thermostat
12. remove (Fig. 1) and clean with ordinary washing-up liquid:
♦flag support assembly (1)
♦ice-cube slide (2)
♦overflow pipe (3)
♦sprayer bank (4), taking care to remove side caps (5)
♦sprayer bank feed pipe (6)
♦pump filter (7)
13. clean with the same washing-up liquid:
♦evaporator cover panel
♦inner basin
♦bin
♦door
14. thoroughly rinse previously cleaned parts with cold water
15. rinse and refit (Fig. 1):
♦pump filter (7)
♦sprayer bank feed pipe (6)
♦sprayer bank (4), after repositioning side caps (5)
♦overflow pipe (3)
♦evaporator cover panel (Fig. 4)
16. prepare to perform the sanitizing operations described in the next chapter
3 SANITIZING
Use a 200 mg/l solution of sodium hypochlorite and water (or a solution of ½ ounce of normal bleach to
1 gallon of water) or one of the solutions commonly used to disinfect babies’ feeding bottles; in this
case, check that the sanitizing product is:
♦authorized by your Country’s Ministry of Health
♦suitable for use with food machines
♦not harmful to the materials and components of this appliance
For the directions for use and concentrations, please refer to those shown on the packaging and
recommended by the manufacturer. We recommend using the solution at the temperature of 25°C.
1. fill basin with sanitizing solution
2. refit ice-cube slide (2 in Fig. 1) and flag support assembly (1 in Fig. 1)
! Before connecting the appliance to the mains electricity supply, ensure that all cables and
electrical wiring are perfectly dry.
3. operate ice maker for five one-minute periods, with a five-minute break between them
! IMPORTANT: The pump must be in operation during sanitizing cycles (check that water is
sprayed). If it is not, immediately adjust timer regulation screw by turning it clockwise until the
indicator on the pin exits from the zone marked DEFROST.
To reach timer, loosen screws in front panel with a Phillips screwdriver, remove front panel by pulling
it upwards, and regulate timer with a flat-head screwdriver (Fig. 2).

4. switch off machine and disconnect it from the mains electricity and water supply
5. remove evaporator cover panel (Fig. 4)
6. pour sanitizing solution onto top part of evaporator, distribute with a brush, and rinse thoroughly with
cold water
7. remove (Fig. 1) and immerse in sanitizing solution for 30 minutes:
♦flag support assembly (1)
♦ice-cube slide (2)
♦overflow pipe (3)
♦sprayer bank (4) and side caps (5), after removing them from the bank
♦sprayer bank feed pipe (6)
♦pump filter (7)
♦evaporator cover panel (Fig. 4)
8. wipe container walls and door with sanitizing solution using a sponge and brush
9. drain sanitizing solution remaining in pump body by introducing pressurised water into the suction
pipe and checking that the water exits from the delivery pipe (Fig. 5)
10. thoroughly rinse inner basin, door and container with cold water
11. thoroughly rinse ice-cube slide, evaporator cover panel, sprayer bank and the corresponding side
caps, flag support assembly, overflow pipe, pump filter and sprayer bank feed pipe under running
water
12. refit parts previously removed
13. reposition top, securing it to rear panel with the screw, if present
The ice-cube maker can now be reactivated as specified in the instruction manual.
! IMPORTANT:
All the ice produced during the first five cycles after cleaning and sanitizing operations must
be discarded.

It is strictly forbidden to reproduce this instruction manual or any part thereof.