SAFETY INFORMATION AND UNPACKING YOUR APPLIANCE DCS is committed to building a quality product in an environmentally friendly manner. This product has been designed for use in a normal domestic (residential) environment. Important Safety Instructions Warnings and safety instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.
For this reason it is important this area not please follow the instructions below to help prevent be obstructed and the grille openings kept clean. DCS accidents. Before you throw away your old does not recommend the use of a custom made grille as refrigerator or freezer: air flow may be restricted.
INSTALLING YOUR APPLIANCE Minimum Maximum WARNING Model Height Height 33 3⁄4" 34 3⁄4" RF15I5I Electrical Shock Hazard Table A • Do not use an extension cord with this appliance. They can be hazardous and can degrade product performance. • This appliance should not, under any circumstances, be installed to an un-grounded electrical supply.
INSTALLING THE DRAIN PLUMBING CAUTION CAUTION Failure to use an adequate drainage system, will result in Observe and follow all local building codes Water surrounding water damage and/or poor ice production. when installing this ice machine and drain supply lines. inlet ⁄...
Uncoil, route to an appropriate drain and cut to length. CAUTION This drain pump is designed to be installed in DCS ice machines only and approved for use with water only. WARNING Drain pump vent tube.
INSTALLING THE WATER SUPPLY Water Supply CAUTION The water connection to this appliance must be installed by an authorized plumber or Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician and comply with all state and local laws & codes. This ice machine must be connected to a potable cold water supply line.
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INSTALLING THE WATER SUPPLY Procedure for Testing Drain System (both gravity and drain pump models) Drain pump models have a safety feature that will interrupt power to the unit if a high-limit condition occurs to prevent flooding. This safety feature can be initiated by a restriction in the drain system and will continue until high-limit condition is corrected, at which time power will be restored to the unit.
OPERATION OF THE ICE MACHINE The Ice Making Process When the ice slab reaches the correct thickness, the ice sheet is released and slides onto the grid cutter (see Your ice machine is unique in how it forms ice with Figure 16).
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OPERATION OF ICE MACHINE Ice Production The ice machine will keep producing ice until the ice machine’s bin is full and will restart automatically when In normal mode the ice machine will produce up to 39 ice needs to be replenished in the bin. The ice bin is pounds (17.7 kg) of clear ice in a 24-hour period when not refrigerated, and some melting will occur by design installed in a 72°F ambient with a 55°F water supply.
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS ROUGH-IN OPENING DIMENSIONS CABINET DIMENSIONS MODEL "A" "B" "C" "D" "E" "F" "G" "H" "J" RF15I 15" 34" to 35" 24" ⁄ " ⁄ " to 34 ⁄ " ⁄ " ⁄ " ⁄ " ⁄ " "A" "B"...
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PRODUCT DIMENSIONS ** Minimum rough-in opening required is to be larger than PRODUCT DATA the adjusted height of the cabinet. ELECTRICAL PRODUCT MODEL REQUIREMENTS # WEIGHT # A grounded 15 amp dedicated circuit is required. Follow 105 lbs all local building codes when installing electrical and RF15I 115V/60Hz/15A (47.7 kg)
USING YOUR ELECTRONIC CONTROL Figure 21 - Electronic control Control Function Guide Function Command Notes ON/OFF Press and release. Unit will immediately turn ON or OFF. C symbol will flash briefly after 5 seconds. Interior light Enable Sabbath Mode Press and hold for 5 seconds and release and display will go dark and remain so until user resets mode - unit continues to operate...
USING YOUR ELECTRONIC CONTROL Door ajar alarm: Turning your ice machine On and Off: If the door is open, or not closed properly for 5 If your appliance is on, "ICE" will be displayed. DOOR minutes the "DOOR" indicator will illuminate and To turn the appliance off, push and hold the "ON/ flash and an audible tone will sound.
USING YOUR ELECTRONIC CONTROL Error codes: The ice machine is monitored continuously. Any OPEN or SHORTED circuit condition with a temperature sensor or miscommunications between the control and user interface will initiate an ERROR CODE as listed below: Error Codes Error Displayed Code Error Description...
DCS customer service at 888.936.7872. area that is not embedded in wires CAUTION Figure 22 Use only DCS-approved ice machine cleaner and follow all label warnings and directions. Incorrect chemical usage, and any damage that may result, is not covered by warranty. Figure 23...
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CARE AND CLEANING Refer to your cleaning solution instructions to determine the proper amount of cleaning solution to add based on 2 quarts (1.9 liters) of water. Lift fascia door up to access evaporator plate (See Figure 29). Pour the cleaning solution slowly on the evaporator plate so it flows down into the fresh water reservoir.
If the product is within the first year warranty period thoroughly clean crevices, weld points, under gaskets, please contact your dealer or call DCS Customer rivets, bolt heads, and any locations where small amounts Service at 888.936.7872 for directions on how to obtain of liquid could collect, become stagnant, and concentrate warranty coverage in your area.
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CARE AND CLEANING Canceling clean mode: To exit clean mode press and hold the "ON/OFF" icon until "OFF" is displayed. Wait 3 minutes for clean mode to complete it's cancel routine before turning unit back on by pressing and holding the "ON/OFF" icon. If you turn the unit back on before the 3 minutes has elapsed, the display will show "CLEAN"...
TROUBLESHOOTING THE ICE MACHINE Before You Call for Service WARNING If the appliance appears to be malfunctioning, read through this manual first. If the problem persists, check the troubleshooting guide below. Locate the problem in the Electrocution Hazard guide and refer to the cause and its remedy before calling •...
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TROUBLESHOOTING THE ICE MACHINE Ice Quality Troubleshooting the Drain Pump Is there mineral scale build up on the evaporator NOTE plate If the drain pump reservoir (not the ice machine bin) Is there a high mineral content in the water? The water If the ice machine is not working, check the following: Are food items being stored in the ice bin? Remove •...
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PREPARING THE ICE MACHINE FOR STORAGE If the ice machine is moved, not used for an extended period of time, or will be in an area that will be near freezing temperatures, it is necessary to remove any remaining water in the ice-making system. CAUTION This ice machine must have all water drained and removed to prevent ice machine damage as well as possible water...
PREPARING THE ICE MACHINE FOR STORAGE 7. Disconnect the water valve’s outlet water line to the 8. Reconnect the water valve outlet water line. reservoir and drain the remaining water left in the water (See Figure 31 and 31a). line trap area. (See Figure 31 and 31a). 9.
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PREPARING THE ICE MACHINE FOR STORAGE To Restart the Ice Machine 14. Remove the top clamp from the vent tube, for easier access for the air hose. 1. Reconnect or turn on the water supply line. 15. Apply air pressure (approximately 10 psi) to the end of 2.
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DRAIN PUMP REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS Front panel Front panel Figure 35 Toe grille Front of ice machine Figure 35a Toe grille Remove the hex nut on front drain pump bracket with the ⁄ " socket then remove the Figure 36 bracket. #10-24 hex nut Front drain pump bracket...
DRAIN PUMP REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS 6. Rotate the drain pump and remove from the ice Additional issues to be inspected by machine, (See Figure 38). It may be necessary to the installer upon service replacement: disconnect the ground wire connection in the back 1.
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All service under this Limited Warranty shall be provided beeps. by Fisher & Paykel Appliances Inc. or its Authorized DCS Service Agent during normal business hours. 8. Correcting damage caused by pests e.g. rats, cock- roaches etc.
Please read this Use and Care Guide. If you then have any questions about operating the Product, need the name of your local DCS Authorized Service Agent, or believe the Product is defective and wish service under this Limited Warranty, please contact your dealer or call us at: TOLL FREE 1-888-936-7872 or contact us through our web site: www.dcsappliances.com...
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