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  • Page 1 Clear Ice Maker IB450SS Owner’s Manual For more information on other great EdgeStar products on the web, go to http://www.edgestar.com To use the EdgeStar self-diagnostic tool, go to https://support.edgestar.com V2.7-10172018...
  • Page 2 Important Safety Information Improper handling can cause serious damage to the EdgeStar ice maker and/or injury to the user. This ice maker is designed for domestic indoor use only. Do not use the unit for industrial or commercial use. Any other use may invalidate the warranty. Please review the ratings label located on the rear panel of the unit for electrical and other technical data related to this unit.
  • Page 3 General Safety  To prevent back and other types of injuries, use at least two people to move and install the ice maker.  Install the ice maker in a well ventilated area where the ambient temperature is above 50° F and below 100°...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    NTERIOR LEANING ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 13 ONDENSER LEANING ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 14 ATER ISTRIBUTION LEANING ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 14 MAKING YSTEM LEANING ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..15 ONTROL ANEL Description of LEDs and Buttons………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 15 MAJOR FUNCTIONS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 16 TROUBLESHOOTING……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 16 TROUBLESHOOTING CONTINUED…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 17 SPECIFICATIONS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 18 EDGESTAR LIMITED WARRANTY……………………………………………………………………………………………… 19...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing this EdgeStar built in ice maker. We hope that this purchase will be the beginning of a lasting and rewarding relationship between you and EdgeStar. We will provide the customer support and exemplary products necessary to nurture that relationship.

  • Page 6: Parts Identification

    Parts Identification Front View Back View...

  • Page 7: Installing The Ice Maker

    Installing the Ice Maker Warning: Use two or more people to move and install the ice maker. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. The ice maker should be installed by a licensed plumber in accordance with local electrical and plumbing code requirements.

  • Page 8: Installation Clearance Requirements

    Installation Clearance Requirements Note: This icemaker should be installed by a licensed plumber only.  To ensure proper service access and ventilation, allow more than ” of clearance at the rear, 1” at the top, and ” at sides. The installation should allow the icemaker to be pulled forward for servicing if necessary.

  • Page 9: Electrical Requirements

    Electrical Requirements Electrical Shock Hazard  Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.  Never remove the grounding prong from the plug.  Never use an adapter.  Never use an extension cord.  Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire, electrical shock, or death. Before you move your icemaker into its final location, it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection: a standard electrical supply (115 V, 60Hz.), properly grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances, is required.

  • Page 10: Leveling The Ice Maker

    Leveling the Ice Maker Important: Once you are ready to install the icemaker in a cabinet or directly on the floor, you must adjust the feet to level the ice maker. If the floor is level, just revolve the two front feet to touch the floor.

  • Page 11: To Replace Door On Hinges

    To Replace the Door on the Hinges 1. Using a flathead screwdriver, remove the plug buttons from the screw holes opposite the door hinges, on the top and bottom. Set these aside. 2. Remove the bottom hinge, then place it on the opposite side at the bottom of the door. 3.

  • Page 12: Connecting The Drain Line

    Connecting the Drain Line: Note: There is a drain line on the ice maker. Please drain water to your drain through the drain line provided with the ice maker. 1. Locate the floor drain near the ice maker. The distance should be less than 4.5 feet since the length of the long drain hose provided with the ice maker is about 4.5 feet.

  • Page 13: Operating Method

    Operating Method Turn on the water tap, let the water trough fill, then switch the ICE/OFF/WASH switch on the front panel to the ICE position. The ice maker will start working automatically. After three minutes, the machine will automatically go to the ice making stage, and the sound of flowing water will be heard.

  • Page 14: Freeze

    Freeze During the freeze cycle the compressor is pumping refrigerant, the fan motor is blowing air, and the water pump is circulating water. When the batch of ice has been fully formed, the ice maker stops the freeze cycle and begins the harvest cycle. Harvest During the harvest cycle the compressor is still operating, but the water pump has stopped.

  • Page 15: Normal Sounds

    Normal Sounds Your new icemaker may make sounds that are not familiar to you. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces like the floor and walls can make the sounds seem louder than they actually are. The following describes the kinds of sounds that might be new to you and what may be making them.

  • Page 16: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and Maintenance Caution: The icemaker must be thoroughly cleaned if it has been left unused for a long time. Follow carefully any instructions provided for cleaning or use of sanitizing solution. Do not leave any solution inside the icemaker after cleaning. Periodic cleaning and proper maintenance will ensure efficiency, top performance, and long life.

  • Page 17: Interior Cleaning

    Interior Cleaning The ice storage bin should be sanitized occasionally. Clean the water trough before the ice maker is used for the first time or reused after stopping for an extended period of time. It is usually convenient to sanitize the trough after the ice making system has been cleaned and the ice storage bin is empty. 1.

  • Page 18: Water Distribution Tube Cleaning

    Water Distribution Tube Cleaning When you find that the ice cubes are incompletely formed or the output of ice cubes is low, the water distribution tube may be blocked. Set the ICE/OFF/WASH switch to OFF, rotate the water distribution tube, and locate the holes in the distribution tube. Using a toothpick or similar tool, dredge the holes, then rotate the water distribution tube back to its original position.

  • Page 19: Control Panel

    Control Panel (on Rear) Description of LEDs and Buttons: 1. Ice Full (Red) LED: Ice full indicator light. When this LED is lit, the ice storage bin is full of ice or there is something obstructing the ice- full probe. The unit will stop producing ice. When ice cubes are removed from the ice storage bin, freeing the ice-full probe, the red LED will remain flashing for 3 minutes.

  • Page 20: Major Functions

    Important:  It is not recommended that the ice size be adjusted unnecessarily since this could damage the machine’s controls.  Do not let water contact the control panel. Major Functions 1. Completely automatic operation. 2. When the ice storage bin is full, the machine stops making ice and proceeds to the cold preservation stage automatically.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting Continued

    Troubleshooting Continued Issue Possible Cause Solution Ice cubes are partially formed There is not enough water in Check if the water supply or are white at the bottom. the water bin. pressure is below 0.05 Mpa. Check the water supply. The filter may be restricted.

  • Page 22: Specifications

    Specifications Note: Technical data and performance information are provided for reference only. Description of Product Built-in Ice Maker Model IB450SS Voltage/Frequency AC 115V~60Hz Ice-Making / Ice-Harvest rated current 3.7A / 4.0A Estimated Power Consumption 12.2 kWh / 100 lbs. of ice...

  • Page 23: Edgestar Limited Warranty

    WHAT IS COVERED: For a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of original retail purchase, EdgeStar will repair or replace any part free of charge including labor that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. Labor will be performed free of charge at an authorized EdgeStar repair facility and EdgeStar will supply new, rebuilt, or refurbished parts free of charge.

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