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WHYNTER FREE-STANDING ICE MAKER
MODEL # : FIM-450HS
Instruction Manual
Congratulations on your new WHYNTER product. To ensure proper operation, please read this
Instruction Manual carefully before using this product. Keep this manual in a safe place for future
reference.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PARTS AND FEATURES 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4 REQUIREMENTS 5 OPERATION 6 USING THE CONTROL PANEL 6 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE 7 DRAINING THE UNIT 8 LEVELING THE ICE MAKER 8 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 9 SPECIFICATIONS 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 WARRANTY INFORMATION 12 2
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FEATURES The Whynter FIM-450HS ice maker offers a lot of features such as ice making quickly, great ice making capacity, nice ice shape and ice dropping quickly. Water inlet ~ water filling ~ ice making ~ water releasing and ice dropping, all these processes are automatically controlled for ice making continuously. This free-standing ice maker is the perfect addition to any home for the hot summer months, as this unit can make up to 44 pounds of ice per day and hold up to 7.7 lbs. This is
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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, OR INJURY WHEN USING YOUR ICE WARNING MAKER, FOLLOW THESE BASIC PRECAUTIONS: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE ICE MAKER. WARNING: RISK OF DANGER TO SMALL CHILDREN AND SMALL ANIMALS. ENTRAPMENT AND SUFFOCATION DANGER IF NOT PROPERLY SECURED. DISPOSED OR ABANDONED APPLIANCES ARE STILL DANGEROUS BEFORE YOU DISPOSE OF YOUR ICE MAKER: REMOVE THE DOOR TO PREVENT CHILDREN FROM CLIMBING INTO THE UNIT. NEVER ALLOW CHILD
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Do not remove any safety, warning, or product information labels from your ice maker. Before you begin Preparing the Ice Maker for use before you plug the ice maker in to a power supply, be sure to let it stand upright for at least 24 hours to allow the compress o r’ s oils to settle. Unpacking the Ice Maker Carefully remove the packaging materials. Remove any shipping tape and glue from your ice maker before using. Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable
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OPERATION Discard the first batch of ice produced by the portable ice maker. Direct sunlight may cause the ice full infrared sensor to malfunction. If the unit continues to produce ice even though the basket is full, you may need to move the unit away from the sunlight Before using your ice maker, it is strongly recommended to clean it thoroughly. Read and follow the Cleaning and Maintenance section of the manual before proceeding. Follow the steps below to start using y
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How the Portable Ice Maker Produces Ice After the unit is powered on, the ice maker begins with rotating the ice case into a horizontal water fill position under the evaporator rods. The water pump is engaged and fills the ice case with water. Water overflows for a few seconds before the compressor turns on. The compressor then pumps refrigerant and the fan will turn on automatically after the condenser heats up. The unit will be producing bullet shaped ice around the stainless steel evapor
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Draining the unit This unit operates in a gravity drain system which clears excess water from the ice maker to ensure a continuous supply of ice. A water drain hose is provided with this unit. Firmly attach the drain hose to the drain outlet. Please note that the outlet of drain hose should be lower than ice maker so the water can flow out easily. Normal Sounds Your new ice maker may make sounds that are not familiar to you. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces like the fl
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE The ice maker must be thoroughly cleaned if it has been left unused for a long time DO NOT turn the ice machine upside down to dry! This will cause the oils from the compressor to shift, which can result in the machine breaking or becoming inoperable. Periodic cleaning and proper maintenance will ensure efficiency, top performance, and long life. Never use a solvent-based cleaning agent. These cleaners may transmit taste to the ice cubes, or damage and discolor
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SPECIFICATIONS Description of product Portable Ice Maker Voltage/Frequency AC 115V~60Hz Ice-Making / Ice-Harvest rated current 2.5A / 3A Color Stainless Steel Ice Storage capacity 7.7 lbs Ice-making capability 44 lbs/ day * Refrigerant R134a Dimensions (Width x Depth x Height) 14 7/ 8” x 18 13/16” x 23 3/16” Weight 60 lbs Note: Technical data and performance information provided for reference only. Specifications are subject to change. Check the rating label on the ice make
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TROUBLESHOOTING Many common ice maker problems are easily resolved. Try the troubleshooting suggestions below to see if the problems can be resolved before having to contact the service department. Problem Possible Cause Probable Correction Plug the ice maker in. The icemaker is unplugged. Replace fuse. The fuse is blown. The machine won't Turn the ice maker power switch to The icemaker power switch is operate. ICE (ON) OFF. Take away some ice cu
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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This WHYNTER Ice maker is warranted, to the original owner within the 48 continental states, for one year from the date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. Should your ice maker prove defective within one year from the date of purchase, return the defective part or unit, freight prepaid (within two months of purchase; after two months to one year, customer will be responsible for freight cost to Whynte
