Jackson Grills AZ-20A User Manual

Automatic outdoor ice maker

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Automatic Outdoor Ice Maker
User's Manual
Be sure unit is standing upright 24 hours prior to plug-in
AZ-20A
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  • Page 1 Automatic Outdoor Ice Maker User’s Manual Be sure unit is standing upright 24 hours prior to plug-in AZ-20A Model:...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Page ICE MAKER SAFETY....................... 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS....................3 - 5 TECHNICAL INFORMATION ....................5 INTRODUCTION ........................6 COMPONENT LOCATIONS ....................7 ICEMAKER INSTALLATION ................... 8 - 15 Unpacking ......................... 8 Location Requirements ....................8 - 9 Electrical Requirements ....................10 Installation of Casters ......................11 Leveling the Ice Maker ....................
  • 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. Jackson Grills strongly recommends that you have a professional install your new machine. The warranty may be affected or voided by an incorrect installation .To reduce the...
  • Page 5: Save These Instructions

    • Use two or more people to move and install ice maker. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. • To ensure proper ventilation for your ice maker, the front of the unit must be completely unobstructed.
  • 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: AZ-20A 115VAC ~ 60Hz Electrical power: 13.2kWh/100 lbs of ice Power consumption: Ice-making/Ice-harvest rated current: 3.7A/4.8A...
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction The Jackson Grills AZ-20A Ice Maker produces hard, crystal-clear, gourmet cube ice, and offers convenience for homeowners and hotel guests. It can be used both indoors and outdoors. An insulated, removable ice storage bin is included. This user’s manual is intended as a resource for persons installing, using and servicing model AZ-20A.It contains valuable information on s afety and maintenance.
  • Page 8: Component Locations

    Component Locations...
  • Page 9: Icemaker 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 10 • This ice maker should be installed by qualified personnel. • To ensure proper ventilation for your ice maker, the front of the unit must be completely unobstructed. • When installing the ice maker under a counter, follow the recommended spacing dimensions shown on the previous page.
  • Page 11: Electrical Requirements

    Electrical Requirements Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3- prong outlet. Never remove the ground 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 ice maker into its final location, be sure you have the proper electrical connection: A standard electrical supply (115V AC only, 60Hz, 15A), properly grounded in accordance with...
  • Page 12: Installation Of Casters

    Installation of Casters Casters are provided with the ice maker. They are ideal for rolling the unit from place to place outdoors. If a mobile installation is chosen, you must install the casters. Screw holes Use two or more people when installing or removing casters. •...
  • Page 13: Reversing The Door Swing

    1. Place a carpenter’s level on t op of the product to see if the ice maker is level from front to back and side to side. 2. Adjust the height of the legs as follows: Turn the leveling legs to the right to lower that side of the ice maker. Turn the leveling legs to the left to raise that side of the ice maker.
  • Page 14: Water Supply

    To replace door on hinges: 1. Using a , remove the plug buttons from the screw holes opposite the door flat screwdriver hinges, top and bottom. Set aside. 2. Remove the bottom hinge and place it on the opposite side at the bottom of the door. 3.
  • Page 15: Drain

    Connecting the water line: 1. Turn off main water supply. Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear the line of water. 2. Find a 1/2” to 3/4” vertical cold water pipe near the installation location. The distance should be less than 9 feet.
  • Page 16: Installation Types

    Installation Types This ice maker has been designed for Mobile (free-standing), Enclosed (as under a cabinet) or Built-in (sealed) installation, indoor or outdoor. In any case, there must be adequate air space around the unit for proper ventilation. (See diagrams on page 8.) 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 17: 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 and electricity? 4.
  • Page 18: How The Machine Makes Ice

    2. After three minutes, the machine will automatically go into the ice-making stage, and the sound of flowing water will be heard. 3. When the batch of ice has been fully formed ice will automatically be harvested to the ice , the storage bin.
  • Page 19: How The Machine Uses The Water

    How the Machine Uses the Water The ice maker begins with a fixed charge of water that is contained in the water trough. As the water flows to the freezing evaporator surface, the portion of water that does not contain mineral impurities will freeze and stick to the ice cube molds.
  • Page 20: Normal Sounds

    Normal Sounds Your new ice maker may make sounds that are unfamiliar to you. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces like the floor and walls can amplify the sounds. The following describes the kinds of sounds that might be new to you and what may be causing them. •...
  • Page 21: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and Maintenance If the ice maker is left unused for a long time, before the next use it must be thoroughly cleaned. Follow carefully any instructions provided for cleaning or use of sanitizing solution. Do not leave any solution inside the ice maker after cleaning. Periodic cleaning and proper maintenance will ensure efficiency, top performance, and long life.
  • Page 22: Interior Cleaning

    Interior Cleaning The ice storage bin should be sanitized occasionally. Clean the trough before the ice maker is used for the first time and 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 storage bin is empty.
  • Page 23: Water Distribution Tube Cleaning

    DO NOT touch the condenser fins. They are sharp and can be damaged easily. 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 Power switch to OFF, rotate the water distribution tube, and locate the holes in the distribution tube.
  • Page 24 NOTE: The unit will automatically shut down the Cleaning program after 30 minutes, or you can stop it by pressing the Clean switch again, and the machine will automatically progress to the ice-making stage. 4. Allow 20 minutes for proper cleaning. After cleaning, turn the machine OFF at the Power switch.
  • Page 25: Major Functions

    Major Functions 1. Completely automatic operation 2. When the ice storage bin is full of ice, the machine stops making ice and proceeds to the cold preservation stage automatically. It starts making ice again once the cubes are removed. 3. The fan motor responds to the ambient temperature. If it is cold, the motor will stop working to keep the cooling system in good working condition.
  • Page 26: 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 that can be solved without a service call. Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Cause...
  • Page 27 Problem Possible Cause Probable Correction Check if the water supply pressure is below 15 psig. Cubes are partially Not enough water in the Check water supply; filter may be formed or are white water trough. restricted. at the bottom. Check for a water leak at the water trough.
  • Page 28: Limited Warranty

    1. Registration card must be completed and mailed back to Jackson Grills within 30 days from purchase area. 2. Defects must be proven to the satisfaction of Jackson Grills to have been caused by defects in workmanship or material. Jackson Grills may request that defective parts be returned for inspection at the owner’s expense.

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