User Manual GE UCC15NJII 15 Inch Under Counter Panel Ready Ice Maker

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Table of contents

• USING THE ICE MACHINE
• CARE AND CLEANING
• TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

User manual Ice Maker

USING THE ICE MACHINE

Features

Starting the ice machine

This machine takes in room temperature air at the lower right front and forces warm air out the lower left front. Restricting the airflow or operating the machine in a hot or cold environment will adversely affect the ability of the ice machine to make ice.

When the door is opened, the control panel, ice making area and ice storage bin are visible. The scoop is located in a holder along the right side wall.

This is a gravity drain model that must have a building drain connection below the level of the drain tube at the back of the cabinet. A pump can be installed, which can force drain water up a maximum of 10 feet, allowing it to be located where a gravity drain isn't available. See Accessories on page 20 for more information on the drain pump.

Initial Start Up

1. Turn on the water supply.

2. Switch on the electrical power.

3. Push and release the ON/OFF switch to start the machine. The ICE MAKING light next to the ON/OFF switch will glow white.

4. Water will begin to flow into the unit. When the reservoir is full, water will start to drain from the machine. After a few minutes the compressor, water pump and fan motor will begin to operate as the first ice making cycle begins.

No adjustments are needed.

In approximately 30 minutes, ice will fall into the ice storage bin. The machine makes 24 gourmet cubes at a time. It is normal for the first batches of ice to melt as the bin cools. It will take 8-10 hours of continuous run time to fill the ice bin. When the ice bin is full, the ice machine will shut off. It will automatically restart when the ice level falls, either from use or normal meltage.

Discard the first bin full of ice.

CARE AND CLEANING

Cleaning the Outside

The stainless steel door and door handle can be cleaned with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner. Cleaners with oxalic acid such as Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser™ will remove surface rust, tarnish and small blemishes.

Use only a liquid cleanser free of grit and rub in the direction of the brush lines with a damp soft sponge. Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel.

Cleaning the Ice Storage Bin

The ice storage bin should be sanitized occasionally.

It is usually convenient to sanitize the bin after the ice making system has been cleaned and the bin is empty.

A sanitizing solution can be made of 1 oz of household bleach and 2 gallons of hot (95°F - 115°F) water. Use a clean cloth and wipe the interior of the ice storage bin with the sanitizing solution. Pour some of the solution down the drain.

Allow to air dry.

Cleaning the Condenser

The condenser has fins and tubes that can become clogged with dirt and lint.

NOTE: Outdoor operation can lead to rapid buildup of debris, such as leaves and other vegetation. The condenser will need to be frequently checked for debris Clean it whenever the fins are obstructed.

To clean:

1. Remove the kickplate and front service panel.
2. Locate the condenser surface.
3. Vacuum the surface to remove all dust, dirt, and lint.
4. Return the kickplate and front service panel to their original positions. Fasten them to the cabinet using the original screws.

Winterizing

1. Clean the ice making system per the instructions above.
2. Open the door. Push the ON/OFF button to turn the ice machine off.
3. Turn off the water supply.
4. Drain the water reservoir by removing the rubber stopper under the reservoir. It is located near the back wall of the ice storage bin.

5. Disconnect the incoming water line at the inlet water valve.

6. Open the door. Push the ON/OFF button to turn the ice machine on.

7. Blow air through the inlet water valve. A tire pump can be used.

8. Models with a drain pump installed should have about 1/2 gallon of RV antifreeze (propylene glycol) poured into the ice storage bin drain.

NOTE: Automotive antifreeze must NOT be used.

9. Turn off and unplug the machine.

Removing Scale from the Ice Making System

The TIME TO CLEAN light will come on after 6 months of use. It will remain on until the ice making system has been cleaned.

You should use rubber gloves when using the scale remover. To order scale remover, go to GEAppMances.com or call GE Appliances at 800.GECARES (800.432.2737). In Canada visit GEAppliances.ca or call 800.661.1616. Order part number WX08X42873.

Warning Ice machine scale remover contains acids. Acids can cause burns. If concentrated cleaner comes in contact with skin, flush with water. Ifswallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Give large amounts of water or milk. Call Physician immediately. Keep out of the reach of children.

1. Scoop out all of the ice in the ice bin. Discard the ice or save it in an ice chest or cooler.

2. Press and hold the ON/OFF button for 3 seconds until the white light goes out.

3. Press and hold both the CLEAN-RESET and ON/ OFF buttons for 5 seconds. The TIME TO CLEAN light will blink on and off.

4. Pour 8 oz of ice machine scale remover into the ice machine reservoir.

5. Operate the machine for about 1/2 hour.

6. Push and release the ON/OFF switch. The machine will begin to flush out the cleaning solution.

7. Operate the machine for another 1/2 hour.

8. Push and release the ON/OFF switch. The machine will stop the cleaning process.

9. Pour a gallon of hot water into the bin to flush out the drain.

10. Clean the bin liner of mineral scale by mixing some ice machine scale remover and hot water, and using that solution to scrub the scale off of the liner.

11. Rinse the liner with hot water.

12. Sanitize the bin interior.

13. Replace the ice removed in step 1 if applicable.

14. Push and release the ON/OFF button to restart ice making.

15. The ice scoop should be washed regularly and is dishwasher safe.

Normal gourmet cubes are tapered cylinders. If the gourmet cubes are ragged and miss-shaped, mineral scale must be removed from the ice making system.

NOTE: The bin is insulated and not refrigerated so the ice form will change in the storage bin as it is normal for the ice to melt.

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service

Noise

The ice machine is designed for quiet operation but will make some noise during the ice making cycle. During a freezing cycle, it is normal to hear the fan moving air and the water pump circulating water. Ice hitting the bin or ice in the bin can be heard during harvest.