Frigidaire EFIC452-SS 40 Lbs Clear Ice Maker Manual

Frigidaire EFIC452-SS 40 Lbs Clear Ice Maker

About Frigidaire
In 1916, Nathaniel B. Wales and Alfred Mellowes created the first self-contained refrigerator, which was produced by Frigidaire at the time under the name Guardian Refrigerator Company in Fort Wayne, Indiana. 1918 saw William C.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARD

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury, including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using.
2. Remove all packing material and carefully check your ice maker to ensure it is in good condition and that there is no damage to the ice maker or power cord and plug.
3. Before using the ice maker for the first time, please wait 2 hours after positioning it, and keep the transparent lid open for at least 2 hours
4. Pure water is not allowed to be used on this unit, spring water is recommended.
5. Ensure the voltage is compliant with the voltage range stated on the rating label, and ensure the earthing of the socket is in good condition.
6. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer its service agent, or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.
7. Do not upend this product or incline it over a 45℃ angle.
8. To protect against the risk of electric shock, do not pour water on the cord, plug, and ventilation, immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid.
9. Unplug the appliance after using or before cleaning.
10.  Keep the appliance 15cm from other objects to ensure good heat release.
11.  Parts shall be replaced with like components and that servicing shall be done by factory-authorized service personnel, to minimize the risk of possible ignition due to incorrect parts or improper service.
12. This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children without supervision. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
13. Do not use the appliance close to flames, hot plates, or stoves.
14. Do not switch on the power button frequently (ensure 5min. intervals at least) to avoid damage to the compressor.
15. Metal sheets or other electric objects are not allowed to be inserted into the appliance to avoid fire and short circuits.
16. Do not use outdoors.
17. Never clean with scouring powders or hard implements.
18. Please keep the instruction manual.
19. Warning: Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
20. This appliance is intended to be used in households and similar applications such as
    • staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments;
    • farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential type
21. The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas is flammable, when disposing of the appliance, do so only at an authorized waste disposal center. Do not expose to flame.
22. Caution: Flammable refrigerant used! When handling, moving, and use of the ice maker, make sure to avoid either damaging the refrigerant tubing or increasing the risk of a leak.
23. The ice maker is to be installed by the Safety Standard for Refrigeration Systems, ASHRAE 15.
24. The ice maker shall not be installed in corridors or hallways of public buildings.

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TECHNICAL PARAMETERS

• Model Number： EFIC229-VCM
• Daily Ice Output：15kg / 24 hours
• Ice Sizes： large ice and small ice
• Ice Storage Capacity：600g
• Water Reservoir Capacity(up)：2.5 L
• Water Reservoir Capacity(down)：1.0 L
• Unit Dimensions：357(W)X289(D)X352(H)mm
• Refrigerant: R600a(23g)
• N.W: 11.5kg
• Voltage: AC120V / 60 Hz Power Consumption: 150 W

KNOW YOUR ICE MAKER

1. REAR COVER
2. CONDENSER
3. TOP COVER
4. WATER DRAIN
5. EVAPORATOR
6. TRANSPARENT WATER BOX
7. ICE BOARD
8. ICE BASKET
9. FLOATER SWITCH
10. WATER TEMPERATURE SENSOR
11. BASEBOARD
12. COMPRESSOR
13. POWER CORD
14. TRANSPARENT WATER BOX COVER
15. CONTROL PANEL

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Feature

• SPEEDY & REGULAR ICE -MAKING
• EASY-USE CONTROL DESIGN. TWO SIZES OF ICE COULD BE OPTIONAL
• TRANSPARENT DIAMOND ICE
• SPEEDY(17MIN) AND REGULAR(21MIN) ICE-MAKING CAN MAKE 24 PIECES (A BLOCK OF ICE)
• TRANSPARENT WATER TANK AND THE ICE-MAKING PROCESS IS VISIBLE.
• UNDER THE CONDITION OF AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 25℃, THE TIME OF MAKING BIG ICE IS 21MIN, SMALL ICE IS 17MIN.

The machine should be upright to place on the horizontal plane. To ensure the machine ventilates normally, it is important to set 150mm room on top, sides, and back. Do not place the machine next to the roast oven, radiate, or other heat objects.

Control Panel Operation

• The indicator of ‘POWER’ will flash after plugged in, press ‘POWER’, and then the machine enters a standby state accompanying indicator lighting. During operation, if the user presses this button, the machine will return to the standby state.
• (Pause & start )After choosing the menu, press this key, and start to work.
• This button is for selecting the size of ice. When you select the desired size, the corresponding indicator of Speedy or Regular will be on.
• When the machine lacks water, the indicator of this button turns red. The user needs to add enough water into the reservoir and press the ‘POWER’ button to restart the machine.
• When the ice reaches to the max storage capacity, the indicator of this button will light on, and the machine will stop working. The user needs to take out the ice, and then the machine will restart automatically.

USE YOUR ICE MAKE

Step 1. Open the cover, and add water to a reservoir.
Note: There is a hole in the water box, which is the maximum water level, water adding does not exceed it. If the water exceeds, it will drain out. Added the water under the hole, then put the water box into the proper position, and covered it.

Step 2. Connect the power, press the, and then the machine enters the standby state.

Step 3. Select the desired ice size, the default size of the machine is a large one. Step 4. Press the key to start work.
Note: The water level should not be higher than the water reservoir’s MAX

Step 4. Press the key to start work.
Note: The water level should not be higher than the water reservoir’s MAX position. If the water volume goes beyond the max, please pull out the drain plug under the machine bottom to drain the spare water out, and then plug the drain plug back into the drain.

Note: Please select the small ice mode when the ambient temperature is below 20°c. When the ambient temperature is higher than 25°C,  large ice cube sizes are recommended.
Note: Please take out the ice if the basket is full.
Note: If the ice basket is stuck by the ice, you can take out the water box first, and take out the ice from the upside, and then you can pull out the ice basket.
Note: Before making ice, put the ice basket in the ice maker.

Cleaning & Use Guidance

1. Clean the inner liner, ice collecting tray, water box, ice shovel, and evaporator frequently. When cleaning, unplug the unit and remove the ice cubes. Use a diluted solution of water and vinegar to clean the inside and the outside surface of the Ice maker. Do not spray the Ice maker with chemicals or diluted agents such as acids, gasoline, or oil. Rinse thoroughly before starting.
2. Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure, or the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
3. To ensure the cleanness of the ice, please change the water for the water reservoir at least once a day. If do not use it for a long time, please drain the water out and clean it up.
4. If the compressor takes a strike action for shortage water, full water, or interruption of power supply, it will delay for 3 minutes to start up after restarting.
5. Always use fresh water before starting ice production either at initial installation or after a long shut-off period.
6. In the status of standby, press and hold the key for 3 sec into cleaning after 5 minutes.
7. Disassembling the water hose to clean when it is dirty or the hole is blocked.

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Troubleshooting

Please note, that if a power failure occurs due to disconnection of the power cord, or the power button has been pushed off during an ice-making cycle, small ice chips may form and lodge in the automatic shovel causing it to jam. If this occurs, press and hold the key for 2 sec, When the ice falls, then restart the machine.

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS
The compressor works abnormally with a buzzing Noise	The voltage is lower than recommended	Stop the Ice maker and do not restart until the voltage is normal.
Indicator light of lack of water on	1. Water in the Water box is not much enough 2. The ice in the water box is full, but the floater switch is blocked 3. The floater is not installed right 4.  The floater switch is broken	1. Add enough water to water box 2. Take out the ice 3. Take down the E circle on the floater switch, reinstall the floater 4. Change the floater switch
The indicator lights on display are not on	Blown fuse/ No power	Replace fuse / Turn the power on
The Ice made is too large and with pieces sticking together.	1.  Water temperature is too low 2.  Ice of previous cycles left in the water tray	1. Select small size 2. Take out the ice under the standby state

The program of making ice is correct, but no ice comes out	1. No coolant in compressor 2.  Compressor is damaged. 3. The fan motor is damaged.	Call the service center.
All indicators twinkle simultaneously	1. The ice does not have access to the ice board   2.  The movable detection device on the ice board is damaged.	Unplug the power and plug again to restart the machine.
The machine is on working but the water is warm	The electromagnetic valve is hitch	1. Change the electromagnetic valve
The ice is full to reach the ice board, but no full indicate	1. The movable detect device on the ice board is damaged. 2. The indicated light is damaged	1. Change The movable detect device or display board. 2. Call the service center.

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WARNING
If the power cord is damaged; it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard. Fill with potable water only. It is normal for the compressor and condenser surface to reach temperatures between 70°C and 90°C during operation and surrounding areas may be very hot. Due to fast freezing, ice cubes may appear “Cloudy”. This is air trapped in the water and will not affect the quality or taste of ice.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Do not immerse in water

1. Warning –the water you make ice must be drinkable.
2. Warning –Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or the built-in structure clear of obstruction.
3. Warning – do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate to defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
4. Warning – do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
5. Warning – do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

Correct Disposal of this product

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed of with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.

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