Cleaning Instructions for Manitowoc Ice Machines

Produce clean ice in your Manitowoc machine.

Since 1964, Manitowoc has been the number one seller in the ice machine market. With no CFC refrigerants, the ice coming from a Manitowoc machine is good for consumers and the environment. According to Refrigeration Repair Tips, an online repair website, Manitowoc ice machines are the most sensitive to scale buildup but they're also the easiest to clean. With high-quality and easily serviceable machines, owners can rely on a unit that exceeds expectations year after year.

Things You'll Need

• Manitowoc ice machine cleaner and sanitizer

Instructions

1. Remove both the front door and the top cover from your ice machine.

2. Set the toggle switch to the "Off" position and wait for all the ice to melt off of the evaporator.

3. Remove all the ice from both the bin and the dispenser.

4. Turn the toggle switch to "Clean." Water will flow down the drain through the water dump valve.

5. Add the proper amount of ice machine cleaner (according to Manitowoc's recommendations) when the water trough refills and water runs over the evaporator. The amount to add can range from 5 oz. to 16 oz., depending on the model, so make sure to check the user's manual for the exact amount.

6. Wait for the cleaning cycle to complete, between 30 and 35 minutes, and place the toggle switch in the "Off" position.

7. Disconnect the ice machine and remove your individual parts for cleaning. Depending on the make and model of your Manitowoc, proper parts removal and cleaning will vary. Consult your owner's manual for the procedures necessary to clean the parts.

8. Reinstall the parts when you've finished cleaning and wait 30 minutes before reapplying power to your machine.

9. Place the toggle switch in the "Clean" position and wait until the water trough refills, with water flowing over the evaporator. At this point, add Manitowoc Sanitizer to the water trough.

10. Move the toggle switch to the "Ice" position and replace the front panel. In roughly a half-hour, ice will be produced when the sanitize cycle is finished.

Tips & Warnings

• To find the Manitowoc cleaner and sanitizer, contact your authorized Manitowoc dealer, as the solution is only sold by exclusive retailers.

• Do not mix cleaner and sanitizer solutions together. Be sure to wear rubber gloves and safety goggles (and/or face shield) when handling ice machine cleaner or

• sanitizer.

References

• Manitowoc: Installation, Use & Care Manual
• Refrigeration Repair Tips: You Can Do The Most Common Manitowoc Ice Machine Repair