Electrolux Ice Maker 241927600 - Manual (Page 16)

16 Maintenance
Special Considerations
• For best performance, keep the unit out of
direct sunlight.
• Turn the unit OFF and dispose of any ice
cubes if the unit will not be used for 5 days
or more. Prop door open to allow for air
circulation and prevent mold and mildew.
• If the ambient temperature is expected to
drop below 45°F (7°C), drain all water from
the unit to prevent freezing damage not
covered by the warranty.
• High ambient temperatures, 110°F (43°C) or
higher, may reduce the unit’s ability to reach
low temperatures and may also reduce the
ice production rate.
Maintaining and Cleaning
Your Icemaker
Periodic cleaning and proper maintenance will
ensure efficiency, top performance, and long
life. The maintenance intervals listed are based
on normal conditions. You may want to shorten
the intervals if you have pets or other special
considerations.
Exterior Cleaning - As Required
The door, grille and cabinet may be cleaned with a
mild detergent and warm water solution. Do not use
solvent based or abrasive cleaners.
Use a soft sponge and rinse with clean water. Wipe
with a soft, clean towel to prevent water spotting.
Stainless Steel Models
• Stainless steel models may discolor when
exposed to chlorine gas, pool chemicals, salt
water or cleaners with bleach.
• Keep your stainless unit looking new by
cleaning with a high quality, all-in-one
stainless steel cleaner/polish on a monthly
basis. Frequent cleaning will remove surface
contamination that could lead to rust. Some
installations will require cleaning on a weekly
basis.
• DO NOT CLEAN WITH STEEL WOOL PADS.
• DO NOT USE CLEANERS THAT ARE
NOT SPECIFICALLY INTENDED FOR
STAINLESS STEEL (this includes glass, tile
and counter cleansers).
• If any surface discolors or rusting appears,
clean it quickly with Bon-Ami or Barkeepers
Friend Cleanser and a non-abrasive cloth.
Always clean in the direction of the grain.
Always finish this process with a high quality,
all-in-one stainless steel cleaner/polish to
prevent further problems.
• USE OF ABRASIVE PADS SUCH AS
SCOTCHBRITE WILL CAUSE THE
GRAINING IN THE STAINLESS TO
BECOME BLURRED.
• Rust that is allowed to linger can penetrate
into the surface of the stainless steel and
become impossible to remove.
CAUTION
Stainless steel models exposed to
chlorine gas and moisture, such as areas
with spas or swimming pools, may have
some discoloration of the stainless steel.
Discoloration from chlorine gas is normal.
Follow exterior cleaning instructions.
CAUTION
• DO NOT use solvent cleaning agents or
abrasives on the interior. These cleansers
may transmit taste to the ice cubes, or
damage or discolor the interior.
• DO NOT use any cleaner on the evaporator
plate other than Ice Machine Cleaner.
Other cleaners may affect ice quality,
or cause damage to the unit that
is not covered under warranty. See
AUTOMATIC CLEAN CYCLE for more
information.
Interior Cleaning - As Required
1 Disconnect power to the ice maker.
2 Open the door and remove any ice from the
storage bin.
3 Wipe down the interior and storage bin with
a solution of non-abrasive mild soap or
detergent and warm water. Rinse with clean
water.
4 Sanitize the bin with a solution of 1
tablespoon of bleach in 1 gallon of warm
water. Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
5 Check that all drain connections are in place.
6 Reconnect power to the unit.