Kold-Draft KD-50 User Manual

Automatic ice cube maker

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Automatic Ice Cube Maker
User Manual
Be sure unit is standing upright 24 hours prior to plug-in.
Model: KD-50/KD-70/KD-110

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  • Page 1 Automatic Ice Cube Maker User Manual Be sure unit is standing upright 24 hours prior to plug-in. Model: KD-50/KD-70/KD-110...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ICE MAKER SAFETY………………………………………………………………………………..2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS………………………….……………………….………………3 - 5 TECHNICAL INFORMATION…….……………. …….……………………..…………………… 5 COMPONENT LOCATIONS …………………. ……. ……………………..……………………6 ICE MAKER INSTALLATION …….……………….…………………..……………..……. 7 – 12 Unpacking………….………………………………………………………………...………7 Installing the Adjustable Feet………………………………………………………...………7 Location Requirements…….…………………………………………………………………8 Electrical Requirements…….…………………………………………………………………9 Leveling the Ice Maker………………………………….…………………………………..10 Water Supply and Drain Connections …………………………………………………10 –...
  • Page 3: Ice Maker Safety

    ICE MAKER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the Safety Alert Symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can injure or kill you and others.
  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Before the ice maker is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as described in this manual, so read the manual carefully. The supplier strongly recommends that you have a professional install your new machine. The warranty may be affected or voided by an improper installation.
  • Page 5  It is important for the ice maker to be leveled in order to work properly. You may need to make several adjustments to level it.  All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.  Make certain that the hoses are not pinched or kinked or damaged during installation.
  • Page 6: Technical Information

    Extension Cord Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, it is strongly recommended that you do not use an extension cord with this ice maker. TECHNICAL INFORMATION Model KD-50 KD-70 KD-110 Rated power 115V AC~60Hz Refrigerant R134a, 5.64oz R134a, 5.93oz R134a, 8.82oz...
  • Page 7: Component Locations

    COMPONENT LOCATIONS Ice scoop Inner door Top cover Door door seal gasket Ice storage bin Front cover Nozzle Slideway Evaporator Ice cube full sensor Water curtain Control box (behind front cover) Condenser Condenser filter(except KD-50)...
  • Page 8: Ice Maker Installation

    ICE MAKER INSTALLATION Unpacking Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install ice maker. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. Remove packaging materials IMPORTANT: Do not remove any permanent instruction labels or the data label on your ice maker.
  • Page 9: Location Requirements

    Location Requirements INSTALLATION CLEARANCES: TOP VIEW SIDE VIEW To ensure proper ventilation for your ice maker, the front of the unit must be completely • unobstructed. Allow more than 4” clearance at rear, 0.6” at top and sides for proper air circulation.
  • Page 10: 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. ...
  • Page 11: Leveling The Ice Maker

    Leveling the Ice Maker Once the ice cube machine is set in its enclosure, if the base is not level, you can adjust the feet by rotating the under block (see below) until the machine is level. Turning the under block Turning the under block clockwise increases the counter-clockwise reduces...
  • Page 12 NOTE: Connection to the water line may vary according to installation requirements. Drain IMPORTANT: This ice maker is not a freezer, it must connect to a drain line. Your machine comes equipped with a gravity drain. Depending on your plumbing setup, a condensation pump may be required.
  • Page 13: Installation

    Installation Types This ice maker has been designed for Mobile (free-standing), Enclosed (as under a cabinet) or Built-in (sealed) installation indoor. In any case, there must be adequate air space around the unit for proper ventilation. (See diagrams on page 7.) Mobile installation: A mobile installation will allow you to install the ice maker free-standing in any place you desire provided you have access to a water supply.
  • Page 14: Operation

    OPERATION Final Check List before Operation 1. Have all packing materials and tape been removed from the interior and exterior of the ice maker? 2. Did you clean the ice storage bin? 3. Have the installation instructions been followed, including connecting the machine to water, drain and electricity? 4.
  • Page 15: Operating Method

    Operating Method 1. Remove the two screws at the bottom of the front cover. 2. Grasp the right and left sides of the front cover, Power switch raise it a little and then take it off. Press the ON/OFF switch beside the condenser. The light will be on. The ice maker will startworking automatically and feeding water.
  • Page 16: Normal Sounds

    How the machine uses water: The ice maker begins with a fixed charge of water that is contained in the water sump. As the water is sprayed against the freezing evaporator surface , the portion of water that does not contain mineral impurities will freeze and stick to the ice cube molds.
  • Page 17: Cleaning.and Maintenance

     Shut off the water supply at the main water source.  Disconnect the water supply line from the water inlet valve.  Disconnect the drain pipe to the drain line or floor drain.  Allow the ice maker to run for an hour or more until all remaining ice cubes have been ejected from the ice maker assembly.
  • Page 18: Exterior Cleaning

    Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operations, make sure the power line of the unit is disconnected and the water line is shut off (EXCEPTION: Ice maker system cleaning). Exterior Cleaning The door and cabinet may be cleaned with a mild detergent and warm water solution such as 1 oz of dishwashing liquid mixed with 2 gallons of warm water.
  • Page 19: Interior Cleaning

    3. Open the door. 4. For KD-70/110, take out the row of flake covers (B) by snapping one end up and pulling forward. For KD-50, remove the flake covers by Flake covers KD-70/110 unscrewing the two associated bolts.
  • Page 20 5. Remove the slideway from the water sump. Sprinkler arm Slideway 6. Find the sprinkler and raise it. Disconnect it from the water tube which is connected at the back of the sprinkler arm. Sprinkler Water tube Sprinkler arm Water sump 7.
  • Page 21: Ice Making System Cleaning

    brush to remove any thick or stubborn residue and to help the dissolving action. Rinse under a stream of tap water. 8. Wipe down the interior of the water sump with the de-scaling solution and warm water. Rinse thoroughly with clear water. 9.
  • Page 22 The ice machine cleaner contains acids. DO NOT use or mix with any other solvent-based cleaner products. Use rubber gloves to protect hands. Carefully read the material safety instructions on the container of the ice machine cleaner. DISCARD the first batch of ice produced after cleaning. 6.
  • Page 23: Control Box

    Control Box (behind front cover) BIN FULL ICE HARVEST ON/OFF CLEAN ADJUST MODE Descriptions of LEDs and buttons: 1. Bin full (Red) LED: Bin Full indicator light. When this LED is lit, the ice storage bin is full of ice or the ice-full sensor is covered with ice. The unit will stop working.When ice cubes are taken out of the ice storage bin, clearing the sensor, the red LED will keep flashing for 3 minutes.
  • Page 24: Major Functions

    for the desired ice size. Smaller ice setting: By pressing the “Clean” (-) button, you can decrease the size of the ice cubes. The “BIN FULL” LED (red) will flash as you lower the ice size and will finally be blinking at the setting of smallest ice size.
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service If the unit appears to be malfunctioning, read through the operation section of this manual first. If the problem persists, check the troubleshooting guide below and on the following page. The problem could be something very simple which can be solved without a service call.

This manual is also suitable for:

Kd-70Kd-110

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