FRIGIDAIRE EFIC Series Ice Maker User Manual

: June 11, 2024
: Frigidaire

FRIGIDAIRE EFIC Series Ice Maker

FRIGIDAIRE EFIC Series Ice Maker

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to our family

Thank you for bringing Frigidaire into your home! We see your purchase as the beginning of a long relationship together.

This manual is your resource for the use and care of your product. Please read it before using your appliance. Keep it handy for quick reference. If something doesn’t seem right, the troubleshooting section will help you with common issues.

FAQs, helpful tips and videos, cleaning products, and kitchen and home accessories are available at www.frigidaire.com.

When you unpack your ice maker, you may find a small amount of water inside.

Your unit is brand new.

Any water you may find is from the standard quality control testing that all of our ice makers undergo as part of the manufacturing process.

Please follow the initial preparation and cleaning instructions as detailed in the User Guide prior to using your new icemaker.

Installation Checklist

Doors

Door seals completely to cabinet on all sides

Leveling

Cabinet is setting solid on all corners

Electrical Power

House power turned on

Ice Maker

House water supply connected to ice maker
No water leaks present at all connections – recheck in 24 hours
Ice maker is turned ON
Ice & water dispenser operates correctly

Final Checks

Shipping material removed

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING

Please read all instructions before using this appliance.

Safety Definitions

**** This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert of potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

IMPORTANT

IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazard-related.

Child Safety

Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the Ice Maker is unpacked. Children should NEVER use these items to play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers, and can quickly cause suffocation.

Safety Instructions

DO NOT store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Read product labels for warnings regarding flammability and other hazards.
Avoid contact with any moving parts of automatic ice maker.
Remove all staples from the carton. Staples can cause severe cuts, and also destroy finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or furniture.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be plugged into at least a 15 AMP 110-115 VOLT 60 Hz GROUNDED OUTLET. This appliance must be grounded. It is equipped with a 3-wire cord having a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

WARNING!

Improper use of grounded wire can result in the risk of electric shock. Consult a physician if necessary. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature by modifying the plug.

Avoid the use of an extension cord because it may overheat and cause a risk of fire. However, if it is necessary to use an extension cord:
A. Use only 3-wire extension cords with 3-blade grounding plug.
B. The marked rating of an extension cord must be be equal to or greater than the rating of this appliance.
C. It should be positioned such that it does not drape over the counter or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children intentionally.
Attempting any maintenance or cleaning:
To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this appliance from the power supply or disconnect at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
NOTE: Pressing the Power ON/OFF button to an off position does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR UNIT

General instruction

Ice scoop
Ice full sensor
Ice basket
Top cover with transparent window
Air exhausting
Water drain cap: at front btm side of the unit
MAXIMUM WATER LEVEL:
Remove the ice basket, you can see the water level mark.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR UNIT

Position of control panel & function

Control Panel: Easy to use, visible functions touch display setting.

A. Selected ice size displaying: Small and Large
B. Power indicator
C. Ice-Full indicator
D. Water shortage indicator
E. Button to turn on/off the unit
F. Button to select ice cube size

Position of control panel & function

OPERATING PROCEDURES & MAINTENANCE

UNPACKING YOUR ICE MAKER

Remove the exterior and interior packaging. Check if ice basket and ice scoop inside. If any parts are missing, please contact our customer service.
Remove the tapes for fixing ice shovel, ice basket & ice scoop. Clean the tank & ice basket.
Put the ice maker on a level & flat counter top without direct sunlight and other sources of heat (i.e.: stove, furnace, radiator). Maker sure that there is at least 4 inches gap between the back & LH/RH sides with the wall.
Allow one hour for the refrigerant fluid to settle before plugging the ice maker in.
The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible.
WARNING: Fill with potable water only. Only use drinking water.

CONNECTING YOUR ICE MAKER

*Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is damaged please call our customer service.

This unit should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a grounding plug which mates with standard grounding wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electric shock.
Plug your appliance into an exclusive, properly installed, grounding wall outlet. Do not be under any circumstances; damage the grounding means of the plug. Any questions concerning power and or grounding should be directed toward a certified electrician.
This appliance requires a standard 110-120Volt, 60Hz electrical outlet with good grounding means.

CLEANING AND MAINTAINING YOUR ICE MAKER

Before using your ice maker, it is strongly recommended to clean it thoroughly. Unplug the unit before cleaning or making any maintenance.

Take out the ice basket.
Clean the interior with diluted detergent, warm water and a soft cloth.
Then rinse the inside parts with water, and drain out the water by unplugging the drain cap on the front bottom side.
The outside of the ice maker should be cleaned regularly with a mild detergent solution and warm water.
Dry the interior and exterior with a clean soft cloth.
When the machine is not in use for a long time, drain water completely out and dry the interior.

USING YOUR ICE MAKER

Open the cover, remove the ice basket and pour water into tank. Keep water level below the water level mark.
Press “ON/OFF” button on the control panel to begin the ice making cycle.
Select the ice cube size by pressing the “SELECT” button. If the room temperature is lower than 60°F, it is recommended to select small ice cube in order to avoid ice sticking together.
The ice making cycle lasts approx. 6 to 13 minutes, depending on selection of ice cube size and the room temperature. The recommended room temperature is 50°F to 105°F.
If water pump can’t inject water, the ice maker will stop automatically, and the “ADD WATER” indicator will be on. Press “ON/OFF” button, fill water up to the max. water level mark and press “ON/OFF” button again to turn on the unit again. Allow the refrigerant liquid inside the compressor at least 3 minutes to settle before restarting.
The ice maker stops when the ice basket is full and the “ICE FULL” indicator will be on. Warning: Direct sunlight or sunlight reflection may cause infrared sensor malfunction. If the unit doesn’t stop even ice cubes obstruct sensor, move the unit where no sunlight.
Change water in the water reservoir every 24 hours to ensure a reasonable hygiene level. If unit isn’t to be used, drain all the water and dry the tank.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSES	SOLUTION
“ADD WATER” indicator light turns on.	Lack of Water.	Stop the ice maker,

fill water, and press “ON/ OFF” button again to restart the unit.
“ICE FULL” indicator is on.| Ice is full in basket.| Remove ice from ice basket. Continuous press “Select” button 5 seconds, the unit could make ice 10 cycles even “Ice” indicator is on.

Ice cubes stick together.

| The ice making cycle is too long.| Stop the ice maker, and restart it when the ice blocks melt. Select the small size ice cube selection. Replace the water.

Temperature of water recommended at 40°F- 90°F.

Water temperature in inner tank is too low.| Replace the water. Temperature of water recommended at 40°F- 90°F.
Ice making cycle is normal but no ice formed.| Room temperature or water temperature in inner tank is too high.| The room temperature should be 50°F-105°F, water temperature should be 40°F-90°F.
Refrigerant in cooling system leaks.| Verify by a qualified technician.
Pipe in the cooling system is blocked.| Verify by a qualified technician.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Input Voltage: 115V 60Hz
Power Consumption: 90-120 W
Daily Ice Output: 12 KGS/24H
Ice-Making Amount Per Time: 9 PCS
Refrigerant: R600a

Dimensions

Product Depth (IN.) 11.6
Product Height (IN.) 11.4
Product Width (IN.) 8.7

LIMITED WARRANTY

To make a warranty claim, please email support@curtiscs.com or call 1-800-968-9853.

1 Year warranty

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value. Prior to a replacement being sent, the product must be rendered inoperable or returned to us.

This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions., or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as on the specified rating on the label (e.g., 120V~60Hz).

We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.

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ATTACH YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE HERE, PROOF OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE.

Please have the following information available when you contact the Support Team:

Name, address and telephone number.
Model number and serial number.
A clear, detailed description of the problem.
Proof of purchase including dealer or retailer name, address and date of purchase.

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7045 BECKETT DRIVE, UNIT 15
MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO
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