Whirlpool EHC511 manual General Care and Cleaning, Off

To 3perate the Ice Maker:

1 Select ice thickness (Figure 1). The ice maker

has been pre-set to produce ice approximateiy ‘;”

thick, while operating in a room ambient of 70’F (21°C).

Operation in different ambient temperatures may

renuire readjusting the control toward “THICK” 01. “THIN.”

Best operation will be obtained with ice l/2” to 5,‘8” thick.

If operating in a warm room ambient (above 90°F

[32”C] ) DO NOT set control to maximum thick- ness or the unit may malfunction.

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ICE THICKNESS	SERVICE	OR
CONTROL	CYCLE	SWITCH
FIGURE	1

2.To start the normal ice making cycle, turn service or cycle switch to “ON.”

3.To stop ice maker operation, turn service or cycle switch to “OFF.”

4.The “CLEAN” setting is used whenever solutions

are circulated through the ice maker for cleaning. Only the water pump operates at this setting.

GENERAL CARE AND CLEANING

Periodically inspect and clean the ice maker to

keep it operating at peak efficiency and to prevent premature failure of system components.

Both the ice making system and the air cooled condenser need to be cleaned regularly.

Cleaning exterior surfaces:

Waslr the exterior enamel surfaces and gaskets

with warm water and mild soap or detergent. Rinse and dry. Regular use of a good household appliance

c:leaner and wax will help protect the finish.

Note: Do not. use harsh or abrasive cleaners on enan\el surfaces as tl-ey may scratch the finish.

Cleaning the condenser: -

A 3irty or clogged condenser:

*prevents proper air flow.

l reduces ice making capacity.

. causes higher than recommended operating

temperatures which may lead to component fdilurc

To Clean :

GRILLED

PANEL

1. Disconnect electrical power supply to the machine or place the service switch in the “OFF”

position. The condenser fan should not operate

while removing dirt from the condenser.

2.Remove the two screws from the bottom of the grilled front panel.

CAUTION:		S&itch		must	be	in	“OFF”		position		to
keep	condenser		fan	from	rotating.			Do	not	touch
condenser		fins.	They	are	sharp.		Refrigerant			tubing
gets	very	hot	during	normal		operation.			Be	careful.

3. Pull forward and down to remove the panel.

FIGURE 3

4.Remove dirt and lint from the condenser fins with a soft brush and then use a vacuum cleaner to

remove the dirt from the unit compartment (Figure 3).

Caution: Condenser fins are sharp and can bend easily. Use care when brushing the condenser to keep from bending the fins. Condenser tubing gets

hot enough during normal operation to burn your hand. Use care and do not touch the tubing.

5. Replace the grilled front panel and screws.

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