U-Line Complete Guide on Cleaning Ice Makers and Using Ice Machine Cleaner

Clear Ice Maker

5. Re-install the standpipe into the water trough.

Clear Ice Maker Cleaning Cycle

Units with a serial number beginning with an 09 or greater have an automatic clean alert function. Cleaning cycles should be run as notified. Otherwise, To maintain operational efficiency the unit should be cleaned every three months. Depending on water conditions, more frequent cleaning may be necessary. If the ice maker requires more frequent cleaning, consult a plumber to test the water quality and recommend appropriate treatment.

!CAUTION

Wear rubber gloves and safety goggles and/or face shield when handling Ice Machine Cleaner.

NOTICE

Use only U-Line Ice Machine Cleaner (Part No. 37050, available from your dealer or direct from your local parts distributor. To locate a parts distributor near you, visit www.U-LineService.com. It is a violation of federal law to use this solution in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Use of any other cleaner can ruin the finish of the evaporator and will void the warranty. Read and understand all labels printed on the package before use.

U-Line Ice Machine Cleaner is used to remove lime scale and other mineral deposits. Refer to the following steps to initiate the self- cleaning cycle.

NOTICE

•Model CLRCO2175 refrigerator will not operate during the ice maker cleaning cycle. Remove all fresh food to prevent spoilage.

•Model CLRCO2175 ice production after the first harvest may take longer after the cleaning cycle since restoring the refrigerator temperature will take precedence over ice production. Once the refrigerator reaches its set-point temperature, ice making will resume.

!CAUTION

Never use anything to	Evaporator cover
force ice from the
evaporator. Damage may
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1. Turn the ice maker off and allow any ice to melt off of the evaporator.

2. Remove all ice from the storage bin.

3.Remove evaporator cover.

4.Remove the standpipe by lifting it up while using a slight back and forth motion to loosen it from the drain hole. The water in the reservoir will flow down the drain.

Evaporator

Standpipe Water trough

6.Clean the Interior Bin as follows:

•Dilute one packet of CLR cleaner into two quarts of water.

•Using a sponge or cloth, clean interior of ice bin, tubing and door. This cleaner will remove all mineral deposits and other contaminants from the surfaces.

•Using a bottle brush, clean out the trough drain tube and pump tubing where needed.

Brush

7.Turn unit on by touching POWER .

8.Place the unit into CLEAN mode by holding POWER while pressing LIGHT three times.

9.When water begins flowing over the evaporator (approximately 3 minutes), pour 1 packet of CLR cleaner into the water trough. The cleaning process will last approximately 45 minutes.

10.Dilute 1 tablespoon bleach in 1 gallon of warm water. Apply this solution to the entire inside of the storage area. Then rinse thoroughly with water.

The unit will resume operation approximately 15 minutes after the automated cleaning process is completed. The water fill valve will energize, fill the water reservoir, and shut-off after three minutes. The compressor begins to operate and water flows over the evaporator assembly (ice mold). Initially, the water flow may not be uniform, causing uneven sized cubes or water to spill into the ice storage bin. This is a normal situation that will correct itself within the first 24 hours of operation.

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