III. Cleaning and Maintenance, Cleaning Solution

III. Cleaning and Maintenance

WARNING

1.CHOKING HAZARD: Ensure all components, fasteners, and thumbscrews are securely in place after any cleaning or maintenance is done to the unit. Make sure that none have fallen into the storage bin.

2.The storage bin is for ice use only. Do not store anything else in the storage bin.

3.Keep the area around the icemaker clean. Dirt, dust, or insects in the unit could cause electrical damage to the equipment or harm to individuals.

A.Cleaning and Sanitizing Instructions

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

WARNING

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

2.Carefully follow any instructions provided with the bottles of cleaning and sanitizing solution.

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

4.After cleaning and sanitizing, be careful not to leave any cleaning or sanitizing solution in the icemaker.

1.Cleaning Solution

IMPORTANT

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

Dilute 4 fl. oz. (118 ml or 8 tbs) of recommended cleaner "Liquid Ice Machine Cleaner" Part No. 4207-32 (Nu-Calgon) with 1 gallon (3.8 l) of warm water. This is a minimum amount. Make more solution if necessary. It is recommended that cleaning be performed by a qualified service technician.

2.Cleaning Procedure

1)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 then move it back to the "ICE" position after 3 minutes. The harvest cycle starts and the cubes will be removed from the evaporator.

2) Move the control switch to the "OFF" position.