How do I run a clean cycle on Manitowoc ice machine?

How do I run a clean cycle on Manitowoc ice machine?

Press the “Clean” button to start the cleaning cycle. Water will then flow through the water dump valve and down the drain. Once the water trough refills and water flows over the evaporator, you can then add the recommended amount of ice machine cleaner. The cleaning cycle will last approximately 22 minutes.

How do I clean my Manitowoc flake ice maker?

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1. Wash any dirty areas with warm water.
2. Spray the pre-washed area with any EPA-registered disinfecting agent.
3. Allow the solution to sit for at least 5 minutes.
4. Rinse with water and let dry.

How long does it take to clean ice machine?

Add cleaner: Be sure to use the recommended amount of ice machine cleaner per your manual. Wait until the clean cycle is complete: The cleaning cycle typically lasts at least 20 minutes.

What is the curtain on an ice machine?

Most Manitowoc ice makers have water curtains and they serve 2 main functions. The first thing they do is keep water from splashing out of the ice making zone and help keep the water channeled back into the trough. This cuts down on meltage in the bin and keeps the ice maker efficient by not wasting water.

How do you open a Manitowoc ice maker?

Open the front panel of your ice machine by unscrewing the (1) top and (1) bottom screw of the Manitowoc front panel with a Phillips-head screwdriver. The door will swing open. Make sure you do not lose the screws as they are necessary to secure the front panel.

Is Manitowoc ice machine cleaner nickel safe?

Country of Origin USA. Country of Origin is subject to change. Manitowoc® metal-safe ice machine cleaner dissolves lime scale and mineral deposits from ice machine components.

How often does an ice machine need to be cleaned?

The simple answer is that your commercial ice machine needs to be cleaned at least once every six months. However, depending on the type of ice machine and its location, it may need deep cleaning every three months.

How to reset Manitowoc ice machine?

Press and hold the OFF button for 3 seconds.

Open the front panel and lift up the ice guide to see the ice machine’s evaporator.

If there is any ice on the evaporator,allow it to melt before the next step.

Unplug the machine and wait 10 seconds.

Plug the machine back in and press the ON button. You should see a blue light appear,letting you know that the machine has been reset.

What is ice machine cleaner?

Liquid Ice Machine Cleaner is a 75% phosphoric acid of the highest food-grade quality. It is fast acting yet very safe to use and it does not give off any harsh fumes. Because of its 75% phosphoric acid content, it is the most concentrated ice machine cleaner in the market. It has a specific gravity of 1.63 and weighs 13.6 lbs.

How does the ice machine work?

Most icemakers use an electric motor, an electrically operated water valve and an electrical heating unit. To provide power to all these elements, you have to hook the icemaker up to the electrical circuit powering your refrigerator.