The importance of cleaning and maintenance of ice machines

Many people will ask a question: why is the cleaning of the ice machine important?

Because the ice machine is in contact with water for 24 hours, the tap water sheet has small impurities and microorganisms, and the ice cubes are self-contained for drinking, so the maintenance and cleaning of the ice machine is very important, not only to improve the service life of the machine, but also to ensure The quality of the product
What will happen if the ice machine is not cleaned daily?
If the machine is not cleaned for a long time, a large number of bacteria will grow in the ice tray, the sink, and the solid particles in the water in the internal groove will be deposited, and the cold water pipe filter will be blocked, and even the pump and machine failure will occur frequently.
How to maintain the ice machine daily
Scrub the appearance of the machine (for ice machines with cooling louvers, use a brush to clean the cooling holes)
Check the filter element (for stores without whole-house water purification, replace the filter element once a week)
Check the corners of the sink for residual solid particles (for cleaning)
What to do to clean an ice maker
1. When the ambient temperature drops below 0°C, there is a possibility of freezing, and drainage must be carried out to drain the water, otherwise the water inlet pipe may be broken!
2. When the ice machine is not in use, it should be cleaned, and the ice mold and the water in the box should be blown dry with a hair dryer, and placed in a dry and ventilated place without corrosive gas, avoiding open storage.
3. The surrounding environment of the ice machine should be cleaned regularly, and debris should not be piled up to hinder heat dissipation
4. The ice machine should be installed away from heat sources, without direct sunlight, and in a well-ventilated place. The ambient temperature should not exceed 35°C to prevent poor cooling of the condenser due to excessive ambient temperature and affect the ice-making effect. The ground where the ice machine is installed should be solid and flat, and the ice machine must be kept level, otherwise it will cause no deicing and noise during operation.
5. The gap between the back and the left and right sides of the ice making machine should not be less than 30cm, and the gap at the top should not be less than 60cm.
6. The ice machine should be installed on a solid ground, and the machine should be installed horizontally without inclination. Otherwise, the machine will vibrate when it is running, and if it is too large, it will cause the storage refrigerator to store water, which will affect the quality of the ice.
7. The water pipes, sinks, storage bins and protective films of the ice machine should be cleaned every two months.
8. The ice machine should use an independent power supply, dedicated line power supply and equipped with fuses and leakage protection switches, and must be reliably grounded.
9. The water used by the ice machine must meet the national drinking water standards, and a water filter device should be installed to filter impurities in the water so as not to block the water pipes and pollute the water tank and ice mold. And affect the ice making performance.
10. When cleaning the ice machine, the power should be turned off. It is strictly forbidden to flush the machine directly with a water pipe. It should be scrubbed with a neutral detergent.
11. The ice machine must unscrew the head of the water inlet hose at two ends, clean the filter screen of the water inlet valve, and avoid sand and mud impurities in the water from blocking the water outlet, which will cause the water inlet to become smaller, resulting in no ice making.
12. The ice machine must clean the dust on the surface of the condenser every two months. Poor condensation and heat dissipation will cause damage to the compressor components. When cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner, a small brush, etc. to clean the oil and dust on the condensation surface. Do not use sharp metal tools to clean, so as not to damage the condenser.
The above is the cleaning and maintenance of the ice machine. If you want to know more about the ice machine, you can contact us for consultation.