WANDOR DBJ-12B1 Portable Household Ice Maker User Manual

WANDOR DBJ-12B1 Portable Household Ice Maker

Portable Household Ice Maker

Thank you for choosing our ice maker! This user manual will provide you with valuable information necessary for the proper care and maintenance of your new product. Please take a few moments to thoroughly read the instructions and familiarize yourself with all  the operational aspects of the new product. Product Information

Accessories

Ice storage basket
Ice spoon

Electrical Requirements

In order to reduce the potential for hidden contacts, the power cord must be plugged into the matching three-plug grounding type wall switch. Do not cut or move the grounding wire. If the matching wall switch cannot be used, consumers should ask a professional electrician to install the correct three-push switch.

Product Usage Instructions

Installation

Follow these steps to install the ice maker:

1. Read the manual carefully.
2. Ensure proper maintenance and operation of the machine.

Control Panel

The control panel features the following indicators and buttons:

• A – Add water indicator
• B – Ice full indicator
• C – Small size ice button
• D – Big size ice button
• E – Power On/Off button
• F – Select ice size button

Operation

1. For the first time using the ice maker (or after a long period  of non-use), discard the ice cubes made in the first 4 cycles to ensure machine cleanliness.
2. Connect the ice maker’s power cord to a grounded three-hole outlet.
3. Open the front cover, take out the ice basket, and pour potable water into the water tank (do not exceed the highest mark of the water level).
4. Put back the ice basket, ensuring that the water level is below the bottom of the ice basket, and close the front cover.
5. Touch the “Big Ice” button, and when the indicator light stops flashing, the machine will start working.
6. Touch the “Select ice size” button to choose the desired ice block size (default is Big ice).

Tips

Additional tips for using the ice maker:

• When the ice basket is full, the machine will stop automatically and stand by.
• The ice maker can temporarily store ice, but cannot be used as a freezer.
• Please remove ice cubes as needed and add water to ensure normal machine operation.

Sound During Machine Operation

The ice maker may produce unfamiliar sounds during operation.
Most of these sounds are normal and include:

• Efficient compressors emitting beating or sharp sounds.
• Water splashing from the evaporator to the tank.
• Gurgling sound of refrigerant flow at the end of each cycle.
• Sound of air compressed by the condenser fan over the condenser.
• Sound of ice falling into the box during the final deicing cycle.

Cleaning and Maintenance

If the ice has a strange taste or a disgusting/mildewy odor, follow these steps to clean the inside of the machine:

1. Refer to the cleaning and maintenance instructions provided.
2. Cut off the power supply and remove any remaining water from the drainage outlet.
3. Dry the interior with a clean, soft cloth.

Note: Properly dispose of the product at specific recycling points for electronic and electrical products to prevent environmental problems and harm to human health. Contact the office responsible for household waste disposal services for more details.

INTRODUCTION

Please take a few minutes to read this manual carefully.
Proper maintenance and operation of this machine can provide better service.

ACCESSORIES

Ice storage basket

Ice spoon

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Please read the safety precautions listed at the bottom of the instructions.
• This machine is recommended to use a dedicated line.
• Do not use a board that can be disconnected through a switch or ground.
• This machine must use a national standard three-pronged plug with a grounding.

In order to reduce the potential for hidden contacts, the power cord must be plugged into the matching three-plug grounding type wall switch. Do not cut or move the grounding wire. If the matching wall switch cannot be used, consumers should ask a professional electrician to install the correct three-push switch.

INSTALLATION

Connect the power cord. Please put the machine on for 24 hours to allow the refrigerant to settle. Unpack all packaging materials: foam, bags, tape, etc.

• The machine should be placed on a stable level to support the ice machine’s weight of water or ice.
• This machine can be installed without any support and can be installed in any place that meets the conditions of use and power supply.
• Use a machine that is well ventilated and has a temperature between 10℃ and 38℃. Do not install or operate the machine in a sealed space, such as a closed room.
• Install the machine away from the following factors, such as wind, rain, water mist or the electromagnetic environment.
• Do not place it next to high-temperature sources such as ovens and grills.
• To ensure long-term use of the machine, use filtered or purified water; or use citric acid every other week to clean the outside of the machine and the dust deposits on the bottom of the tank.

CONTROL PANEL

A—Add water indicator B—Ice full indicator C—Small size ice
D—Big size ice
E—Power On/Off
F—Select ice size

OPERATION
For the first time using an ice machine (or not used for a long time), it is recommended to discard the ice cubes made in the first 4 cycles to ensure that the machine is thoroughly cleaned.

1. Connect the ice machine’s power cord to a grounded three-hole outlet.
2. Open the front cover, take out the ice basket, and pour the potable water into the water tank (Do not exceed the highest mark of the water level).
3. Put back the ice basket, the water level is below the bottom of the ice basket, close the front cover.
4. Touch the “ ” button, the “Big Ice” indicator light will be on continuously, when the light stops flashing, the machine will start working.
5. Touch the “ ” button to select the size of the ice block according to your needs (default Big ice)

TIPS:

When the ice box is full, the ice full indicator on the display panel will light up (red), and the the machine will stop automatically. When the ice is removed, the machine will back to work.
If water is insufficient, the add water indicator lights up (red) and the ice maker will stop working. After refilling, press the ” ” to reboot.
If an error occurs, the ice full and add water indicator lights will flash simultaneously, and the ice maker will stop working. Please refer to the Problem Solution Page.
When you do not use the ice maker, please turn off the ice maker and unplug the power plug.
If the ice maker needs to be after unplug, please for at least 5 minutes to protect the compressor.

ICE STORAGE CAPACITY

When the ice basket is full, the machine will stop automatically and stand by.
The ice maker can partially block heat and store ice temporarily, but cannot be used as a freezer.
Please remove ice cubes as needed and add water to ensure machine works normally.

SOUND DURING MACHINE OPERATION
The new ice maker may make unfamiliar sounds. Most sounds are normal, for example:

• Efficient compressors emit beating or sharp sounds.
• Water splashes from the evaporator to the tank.
• At the end of each cycle, you can hear the gurgling of refrigerant flow.
• The sound of air compressed by the condenser fan over the condenser.
• In the final deicing cycle, you may hear ice falling into the box.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Regular cleaning and correct maintenance will ensure the working efficiency, performance and prolong the working life of the ice maker.

• Cut off the power supply and pull out the plug before cleaning.
• Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents, which may damage the machine or the retention of harmful substances.
• Do not wash the machine, but wipe the outside of the machine with a wet cloth.
• Dry the inside and outside of the machine with a soft and clean cloth.
• Check regularly whether the drain plug is loose to prevent leakage.

Clean after first use or long-term placement:

• Disinfection solution: water and vinegar, or citric acid (ratio: 10:1)
• Wipe the interior with a solution, including the hand-touchable evaporator (icing column)
• Add ice-making water, run the ice maker and discard the ice cubes produced four times before. Then remove the remaining water from the drain and reinstall the drain plug to ensure that the plug is in place.
• Re-use clean, soft cloth to clean the remaining watermarks. Finish cleaning.

STRANGE SMELL

If the ice has a strange taste, or if the ice has a disgusting or mildewy odor in the machine, use the above steps to clean the inside of the machine.

STORAGE

If the ice maker is not used for a long time, cut off the power supply and remove the remaining water from the drainage outlet. Dry the interior with a clean soft cloth (refer to maintenance and cleaning)

Warning: Don’t touch the power supply with wet hands! Don’t pull out the machine by pulling the power cord.

remaining water from the drainage outlet. Dry the interior with a clean soft cloth (refer to maintenance and cleaning)
This sign” ”on the product or packaging indicates that the product cannot be treated as household waste. It should be delivered to specific recycling points for electronic and electrical products. Proper handling of this product can help prevent environmental problems caused by improper handling of this product and harm to human health. If you need more details about recycling, please contact the office responsible for household waste disposal services.

SAFETY TIPS AND WARNINGS

1. Do not plug and unplug Machine with wet hands.
2.  Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of the ice machine unless under manufacturer’s guide, otherwise inspections should be performed under the direction of a technician.
3.  Use the machine in a well-ventilated area with a temperature between 10℃ and 38℃.
4.  Do not install or operate the machine in a sealed space, such as a closed room.
5.  Install the machine away from the following factors, such as wind, rain, water mist or the electromagnetic environment.
6.  Do not place it next to high-temperature sources such as ovens and grills.
7.  The use of ice makers must comply with national and local standards.
8.  Do not squeeze or twist the power cord of the ice machine.
9. . In order for the machine to work properly, please lay it flat during use.
10. Check if there is any water leakage after adding water to the ice machine.
11. Children or people with mental disorders are not allowed to operate the ice machine.
12. Although the machine has been tested and cleaned at the factory, due to long-term transportation and storage, please dump the ice cubes made in the first 4 cycles.
13. If the machine has not been used for a long time, please clean it thoroughly before use. Please follow the instructions provided to clean and disinfect. Do not leave any solution after cleaning.
14. This machine is suitable for household or similar purposes, such as family, bar, tea shop, KTV, coffee shop, etc. Do not use the machine beyond its intended use.
15. If the service life is exceeded, please hand over the machine to the service agent or similar qualified organization.
16. This machine can only be filled with drinking water.
17. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service agent or similar qualified person to avoid danger.
18. This device may not be used by persons who have physical, sensory or mental abilities, or who lack experience and knowledge, including children, unless they are supervised or prompted by the person responsible for their safety.
19. At least 6 inches space is left around the ice machine to ensure free circulation of the cooling air.
20. Do not use mechanical equipment or other means to accelerate the defrosting process except the method recommended by the manufacturer.
21. Do not damage the ice machine refrigeration tube.
22. Except for the type recommended by the manufacturer, the appliance shall not be used in the ice storage room of the appliance.
23. It is forbidden to clean the ice machine with flammable liquid. Failure to do so may result in fire or explosion
24. It is forbidden to store explosives such as gasoline, combustion-supporting sprays or other flammable gases or liquids in this appliance.
25. Under no circumstances should the ice machine be inclined more than 45 degrees.
26. When the machine is working, it is strictly forbidden to touch the evaporator by hand.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If the machine breaks down, please wait for the machine to stop automatically. You can solve the problem by using the method in the table below. But don’t disassemble, inspect or repair the machine without professional guidance.
Tip: After power-on, the water tank is turned over to deicing state, the ice display lamp
flickers, and the machine enters the standby state. Touch the“ ”, then the ice display lights will continue to light, no longer flicker, the machine into the normal working state. This machine has a self-checking function. If an error occurs, the ice-filled and
water-shortage indicator will flicker alternately, and the ice maker will stop working.

the power cord connection
Check the power cord for damage
There is no power in the power jack
The power cord is not plugged in firmly
Power cord is damaged| Call authorized technician repair

Add water indicator light

| Lack of water or too little water| Please add water
Poor water insensitivity| Restart after 2 minutes of power failure
| The pump is stuck or damaged| Call authorized technician repair
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Water shortage sensor is bad| Call authorized technician repair

Ice full indicator light

| Ice full| Please take out the ice cubes
Ice full induction| Cleaning induction probe
Ice full sensor is bad| Call authorized technician repair
Ice cubes stuck together| Ice making environment temperature or water temperature is too low| Add water to increase the temperature of ice making water
Evaporator deformation, sagging| Push up the icicles with your hand
Small ice making Ice making is not big| Ice making ring temperature, water temperature is too high| Continue to make a few rounds of ice to lower the water temperature
Evaporator deformation upturn| Pull down the low icicles by hand
The machine is working properly but does not make ice| Refrigeration pipe blockage| Call authorized technician repair
Refrigerant leak| Call authorized technician repair
Water shortage and ice full indicator flash alternately| Ice cubes are stuck in ice box| Turn off the power supply and restart when the ice melts. Choose smaller ice cubes.
Mechanical failure| Observe the state of the ice box and restart after 2 minutes of slightly switching off the power.
Component damage| Call authorized technician repair
Other system

failure

| | Call authorized technician repair

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