Whynter FIM-450HS Ice Maker User Manual


 
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OPERATION
Discard the first batch of ice produced by the portable ice maker.
Direct sunlight may cause the ice full infrared sensor to malfunction. If the unit continues to produce ice
even though the basket is full, you may need to move the unit away from the sunlight
Before using your ice maker, it is strongly recommended to clean it thoroughly. Read and follow the
Cleaning and Maintenance section of the manual before proceeding.
Follow the steps below to start using your ice maker.
1. Open the door and remove any packaging tape that may be holding down the ice case, ice shovel,
and ice scoop. Remove the ice scoop.
2. Clean the ice storage container.
3. Connect the direct water line into the water inlet valve.
4. Close the door lid.
5. Plug the ice maker’s power plug in to a grounded outlet.
6. Press the On/Off power switch on the Control Panel.
7. Ice will be created and fill the ice storage container.
Notes: If the water pump is unable to detect or pump water, the unit will stop automatically, and the
Water Low indicator will be lit. Make sure that the water line has the correct amount of pressure (water
pressure must be a minimum 14.7psi and a maximum of 55psi and restart the unit by pressing the
On/Off button twice. The ice maker will continue making ice until the ice basket is full. When the ice
basket is full “Ice Full indicator will be lit
USING THE CONTROL PANEL
Switch
Function
POWER
Turns the unit on or off
Indicator
Function
RUN
Ice Production is in process.
ICE FULL
Indicates ice basket is full.
WATER LOW
Indicates low water level in water in the reservoir.