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Summary of Contents for MERMAID MARINE I-3
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Page 1: Ice Maker
MERMAID MARINE ICE MAKER MODELS I-3 AND I-3i INSTALLATION & OPERATIONS GUIDE CONTROL MASTERS, INC. Mermaid Air Distributor 11623 Columbia Park Drive East Jacksonville, FL 32258 Phone: 904-260-9756 www.controlmastersinc.com email: sales@controlmastersinc.com... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 (OVERVIEW) A. Introduction to Mermaid SECTION 2 (SAFETY) A. Safety and Warranty Precautions SECTION 3 (INSTALLATION) A. Ice Maker Installation B. Water Connections C. Mounting the Unit D. Built-in Installations SECTION 4 (START-UP) A. Initial Start-up SECTION 5 (OPERATION) A. - Page 4 SECTION 1 (OVERVIEW) A. Introduction: Congratulations!! You have just purchased one the most dependable Marine Ice Makers on the market today, a MERMAID. Mermaid supplies pleasure boat owners, custom boat builders, yacht brokers, boat dealers and marinas around the world with their ice making needs. Mermaid icemakers are manufactured to the highest of quality standards using only top of the line components and materials assembled by long-term qualified technicians.
- Page 5 SECTION 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING! • NEVER ATTEMPT TO INSTALL, REPAIR OR PERFORM MAINTENANCE ON THE UNIT UNTIL THE ELECTRICITY HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED. • ALTERING, CUTTING OF POWER CORD, REMOVAL OF CORD, REMOVAL OF POWER PLUG, OR DIRECT WIRING CAN CASE SERIOUS INJURY/DEATH OR SEVERE PROPERTY DAMAGE/LOSS AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
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Page 6: (Installation)
It is advisable to leave extra water line to prevent kinking (described later). 3. Your Mermaid product has been designed for either free standing (I-3 model) or built-in installation (I-3i model). When built-in, your Mermaid product does not require additional air space for top, sides, or rear. - Page 7 B. CONNECTING THE WATER SUPPLY: 1. Locate the ¼” copper water line with the white quick disconnect exiting the rear of the machine. For your convenience, the water valve connection has been previously established in the underside of the machine. No additional connections are necessary behind the front or rear grills of the ice makers.
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Page 8: Mounting The Unit
C. MOUNTING THE UNIT: 1. The power cord is strapped to the rear of the machine. Plug 6 ft. power cord into receptacle. DO NOT use an extension cord to connect the power to the unit. Electrical grounding is required. This unit is specifically designed with a 6ft. three-prong grounding plug. -
Page 9: (Operation)
SECTION 5 OPERATION A. NORMAL OPERATION: The icemaker is designed to create between 20-25lbs of ice within a 24-hour time frame. It is not uncommon for the machine to make less ice if the door is open frequently during this time. The core temperature needs to stay within 14-16 degrees Fahrenheit to create the maximum quantity of cubes. -
Page 10: Adjusting Temperature Control
C. ADJUSTING ICE CUBE SIZE: On the Mermaid I-3 and I-3i models, the size of the cubes may need to be adjusted based on personal preference and water pressure coming to the unit. -
Page 11: (Maintenance)
A. CARE AND CLEANING: Periodic cleaning and proper maintenance will ensure efficiency, top performance, and a longer operating life of the Mermaid I-3 Icemaker. We would recommend the following: 1. Periodically clean the interior with mild soap and warm water. -
Page 12: Storage
defrost, turn the unit to the OFF position, remove the remaining cubes and prop door open. It would be advisable to use a towel to absorb the melting frost to ensure it does not escape the unit and create water damage. C. - Page 13 Should the above information not be sufficient, please contact CMI at 904-260-9756 or you may contact Mermaid for direct factory support during normal business hours of 8:00AM to 5:00PM EST Monday through Friday at 800-330-3553. We hope you enjoy your Mermaid I-3 or I-3i Product and we thank you for your business!
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