III. Cleaning and Maintenance

IMPORTANT

Ensure all components, fasteners and thumbscrews are securely in place after any maintenance or cleaning is done to the equipment.

1. Cleaning and Sanitizing Instructions

WARNING

1.HOSHIZAKI recommends cleaning this unit at least once a year. More frequent cleaning, however, may be required in some existing water conditions.

2.To prevent injury to individuals and damage to the icemaker, do not use ammonia type cleaners.

3.Always wear liquid-proof gloves to prevent the cleaning and sanitizing solutions from coming into contact with skin.

[a]Cleaning Solution

Dilute 7 fl. oz. (207 ml) of recommended cleaner Hoshizaki “Scale Away" or “LIME-A- WAY" (Economics Laboratory, Inc.) with 1.3 gallons (4.9 l) of warm water.

IMPORTANT

For safety and maximum effectiveness, use the solution immediately after dilution.

[b] Cleaning Procedure

The cleaning process will remove lime deposits from the water system.

1)Remove the front panel.

2)Remove all ice from the evaporator and the storage bin.

Note: To remove cubes on the evaporator, move the control switch to the “OFF" position and move it back to the “ICE" position after 3 minutes. The defrost cycle starts and the cubes will be removed from the evaporator.

3) Move the control switch to the “OFF” position. Open the door.