Whynter IMC-490SS - Ice Maker Manual

PARTS AND CONTROL PANEL

1. Ice Maker Cover
2. Ice Basket (Removable)
3. Handle
4. Air Vent
5. Drain Plug
6. Freezing Bars
7. Ice Shovel
8. Ice Full Sensor
9. Ice Scoop
10. Water Reservoir

1. Size Selector
2. ON/OFF Button
3. Timer Button
4. Clean Button

LCD DISPLAY OVERVIEW

1. ON/OFF INDICATOR
   This indicator is displayed all the time to show that the unit is plugged in and receiving power. The unit is operation when the ICE SIZE INDICATOR (7.) is on.
2. ICE FULL INDICATOR
   When the ice basket is full, this indicator will be displayed. The indicator will remain until the ice in the basket either melts away slowly or has been removed. The unit will stay in a "Standby" mode until the ice has been removed / melted at which time the unit will automatically start operation as normal.
3. WATER INDICATOR
   When the water indicator is solid, the unit is pumping water to make ice. If the water level is too low, the indicator will flash and the ice maker will stop working automatically. Once you add water to the unit, the indicator will turn off and the ice maker will resume normal operation.
4. WARNING INDICATOR
   This indicates that there is an error with the unit. Please check Troubleshooting page.
5. SELF-CLEANING INDICATOR
   Indicates unit has entered self-cleaning program. (see Cleaning your Ice Maker)
6. TIMER INDICATOR
   Displays remaining time when unit to turn ON or OFF. (see Timer Setting Instructions)
7. ICE SIZE INDICATOR
   This ice maker produces bullet-shaped ice. Each time you press this button the cube size selection will change between Small, Medium, and Large. The chosen mode shall stay as selected unless changed or there is a power failure. For the most efficient operation when ambient temperature is below 59ºF, use the small cube size setting.

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION OF YOUR ICE MAKER

• Locate the ice maker away from direct sunlight and sources of heat (stove, heater, radiator, etc.). Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption. Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the ice maker not to perform properly.
• Plug the ice maker into an exclusive properly installed-grounded wall outlet. Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
• 
  Do not install the Ice maker near an oven, radiator, or other heat source.

SPACE REQUIREMENTS

• During transportation, the incline angle of the cabinet should not be over 45°
• Do not turn the Ice Maker upside down. Problems could occur in the compressor and sealed system.
• The Ice maker should be placed horizontally on a properly leveled surface.
• To ensure proper ventilation for your Ice maker allow 6" of space at the back and on each side.
• Before using the Ice maker for the first time, please wait 4 hours after positioning it.
• Clean the ice shovel, ice basket, water reservoir, and ice scoop frequently.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Open the top cover and remove the ice basket.
2. Remove any dust or objects that may be in the water tank.
3. Fill the water tank up to the line marked "". Fill with potable or drinking water only.
4. Select desired ice cube size by pressing the Size Selector (Small, Medium, or Large)
5. Water will be pumped from the water reservoir to the water tray under the freezing bars. The freezing bars will start freezing. Once the freezing process is completed, the freezing bars will heat up to drop the ice cubes. Then the ice shovel will push the ice cubes down to the ice basket."
6. When the unit is used for the first time, discard the first couple batches of ice.
7. The ice maker will automatically check the water level in the reservoir periodically; it will detect any shortage of water and will stop the ice-making cycle. The water indicator will then start flashing. Press the ON/OFF button to turn off the unit and fill the reservoir with water. Press the ON/OFF button again to restart the ice-making cycle or wait 3 minutes after the water indicator stops flashing as the ice maker will begin it's normal operation cycle automatically.
8. When the ice cubes reach the ice full sensor, the ice maker will stop operating and the ICE FULL indicator will be displayed.
9. Change water in the water reservoir every 24 hours to ensure a reasonable hygiene level. If unit is not in use, drain all water left in the tank.

• NOTE: This ice maker produces 12 ice cubes every cycle of 10 to 15 minutes approximately depending on the size of cube is selected. When the ambient temperature is lower than 59ºF, the small ice cube size is recommended to avoid ice cubes clumping together. For best performance, water temperature should be between 55ºF and 85ºF and ambient temperature between 65ºF and 77ºF.
• NOTE: The ice basket does not keep the ice cubes frozen. The ice in the basket will slowly melt and the water will drip to the water reservoir and reused.

TIMER SETTING INSTRUCTIONS
TIMER DELAY SWITCH ON
When the ice maker is OFF, press the Timer button on the control panel and " " will flash in the Timer Set display window. Set the desired time delay ON hours by pressing the SIZE SELECTOR button. The time increments are 0.5 hour up to 18 hours. The time displayed will change invariably and will decrease by 0.1 Hr. When the delay time set has elapsed, the ice maker will turn on. To cancel the delayed switch on function, press the Timer button and icon will disappear confirming the function has been cancelled.

TIMER DELAY SWITCH OFF
When the ice maker is ON, press the Timer button on the control panel and " " will flash in the Timer Set display window. Set the desired time delay OFF hours by pressing the SIZE SELECTOR button. The time increments are 0.5 hour up to 18 hours. The time displayed will change invariably and will decrease by 0.1 Hr. When the delay time set has elapsed, the ice maker will turn off. To cancel the delayed switch off function, press the Timer button and icon will disappear confirming the function has been cancelled.

NORMAL SOUNDS
Your new ice maker may make sounds that are not familiar to you. Hard surfaces like the floor, 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.

• Ratting noises may come from the flow of the refrigerant or the water line, items stored on top of the ice maker can also make noises.
• The high efficiency compressor may make a pulsating or high-pitched sound.
• Water running from the evaporator to the water reservoir may make a splashing sound.
• As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due to the refrigerant flowing in your ice maker.
• You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan.
• During the harvest cycle, you may hear the sound of ice cubes falling into the ice basket

POWER FAILURE
Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect the temperature of your ice maker if you minimize the number of times the ice maker cover is opened. If the power is going to be OFF for a longer period of time, you need to take the proper steps to disconnect your appliance. Failure to unplug the ice maker could result in electrical shock or personal injury.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Failure to unplug the ice maker could result in electrical shock or personal injury

DRAINING YOUR ICE MAKER
Follow the steps below to drain the unit.

1. Carefully move the unit towards a sink or other suitable location for draining
2. Remove the drain cap and rubber drain plug located at the left side of the ice maker to drain all the water.
3. Let the water drain from the drain plug.
4. Firmly install the rubber drain plug into the drain port.
   
   Do not tip the unit over while there is water in the reservoir.

CLEANING YOUR ICE MAKER
OUTSIDE
The outside of the ice maker should be cleaned regularly with a mild detergent solution, warm water, and use the soft cloth to wipe. Do not use hard cloth to avoid scratching or damaging the surface of the unit.

INTERIOR
The Whynter IMC-490SS ice maker is equipped with a Self-Clean program that ensures your ice is clean and fresh by removing scales and impurities. This program works the same as the ice making process, only without the freezing.

1. Unplug the unit.
2. Remove the ice basket
3. Create a one part vinegar to 10 parts water solution and pour the solution into the water reservoir
4. Plug the unit, press and hold the CLEAN button for 3 seconds. The unit will automatically enter the self-clean program which will take about 5-6 minutes. During this process, the icon and will be displayed in LCD window, and the fan blade in the icon will always rotate. This process will rinse the inside parts for several times.
5. After self-clean program is completed, drain out the water by loosening the drain cap and unplugging the rubber drain plug on the side. Install the rubber drain plug once the water reservoir is empty.
6. Unplug the unit, add fresh water into water reservoir up to water level mark
7. Plug in the unit and initiate self-clean program again. Once the program completes, drain out the water.
8. Dry the interior and exterior with a soft and clean cloth.
9. Install the rubber drain plug and tighten the drain cap.
   NOTE: When using the unit for the first time or have not used for a long time, we suggest the above program to be performed first.

TROUBLESHOOTING

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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