Avanti IMW24 Portable Ice Maker Instruction Manual

: June 13, 2024
: Avanti

ICE MAKER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Model Numbers: IMW24/IMP25

BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

Avanti has a policy of continuous improvement on its products and reserves the right to change materials and specifications without notice.

Avanti Products, A Division of The Mackle Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 520604 – Miami, Florida 33152
www.avantiproducts.com

ICE MAKER SAFETY

YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS ARE VERY IMPORTANT.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual for your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to Potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol And either the words ” danger”, “warning” or “caution”.

Danger means that failure to heed this safety statement may result in severe personal injury or death.

Warning means that failure to heed this safety statement may result in extensive product damage, serious personal injury, or death.

Caution means that failure to heed this safety statement may result in minor or moderate personal injury, property or equipment damage.

All safety messages will alert you to know what potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and let you know what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUIDES

Before the appliance is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as described in this manual, so read the manual carefully. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using the appliance, follow basic precaution, Including the following:

? Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet, do not remove grounding prong, do not use an adapter, and do not use an extension cord.
? It is recommended that a separate circuit, serving only your appliance be provided. Use receptacles that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain.
? Never clean appliance parts with flammable fluids. These fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. And do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
? Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operations, make sure the power line of the unit is disconnected.
? Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug w hen your hands are wet.
? Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before cleaning or servicing. Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or death.
? Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your appliance unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.

FOLLOW WARNING CALL OUTS BELOW ONLY WHEN APPLICABLE TO YOUR MODEL

? Use two or more people to move and install appliance. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
? To ensure proper ventilation for your appliance, the front of the unit must be completely unobstructed. Choose a well-ventilated area with temperatures above 60°f (16°c) and below 90°f (32°c). This unit must be installed in an area protected from the element, such as wind, rain, water spray or drips.
? The appliance should not be located next to ovens, grills or other sources of high heat.
? The appliance must be installed with all electrical, water and drain connections in accordance with state and local codes. A standard electrical supply (115 v ac only, 60 hz), properly grounded in accordance with the national electrical code and local codes and ordinances is required.
? Do not kink or pinch the power supply cord of appliance.
? The fuse (or circuit breaker) size should be 15 amperes.
? It is important for the appliance to be leveled in order to work properly. You may need to make several adjustments to level it.
? All installation must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.
? Make certain that the pipes are not pinched or kinked or damaged during installations.
? Check for leaks after connection.
? Never allow children to operate, play with or crawl inside the appliance.
? If you use the drainage container, you must set the drain select switch to off or the water can overflow from the drainage container
? Although the unit has been tested at the factory, due to long-term transit and storage, the first batch of cubes must be discarded.
? Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents of abrasives on the interior. These cleaners may damage or discolor the interior.
? Do not use this apparatus for other than its intended purpose.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Thank you for purchasing this fine Avanti product. Please fill out this form and return it within 100 days of purchase to receive these important benefits to the following address:
Avanti Products, A Division of The Mackle Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 520604 – Miami, Florida 33152 USA

PROTECT YOUR PRODUCT:

We will keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Avanti product on file to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such as fire or theft.

PROMOTE BETTER PRODUCTS:

We value your input. Your responses will help us develop products designed to best meet your future needs.

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Help us help you…

Read this guide carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new ice maker properly.

Keep it handy to answer your questions.
If you don’t understand something or you need more help, please call:

Avanti customer service
800-220-5570

Keep proof of original purchase date (such as your sales slip) with this guide to establish the warranty period.

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’ll find them on a plate located on the rear wall of the ice maker.

Please write these numbers here:

Date of purchase

Model number

Serial number

Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your ice maker.

If you received a damaged ice maker, immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the ice maker.

Save time and money. Before you call for service, check the troubleshooting guide. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

If you need service

We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are some steps to follow for further assistance.
First, contact the people who serviced your ice maker. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.
Next, if you are still not pleased, write all the details, including your telephone number, and send it to:

Customer Service
Avanti Products
10880 NW 30 th Street
Miami, Fl 33172 USA

PARTS AND FEATURES

Inner Liner
Water Reservoir
Ice Collecting Tray
Ice Bin Full Sensor
Ice Shovel
Water Tray
Evaporator
Water Inlet Tube
Water Drain Plug
Compressor
Water Pump
Power Cord
Lid
Control Board
Window

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING| To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your ice maker, follow these basic precautions:
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? Read all instructions before using the ice maker.
? Danger or Warning: risk of child entrapment.
? Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned appliances are still dangerous. . . Even if they will “just sit in the garage a few days.”
? Before you throw away your ice maker: take off the door. Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
? Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the appliance.
? Never clean ice maker parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fi re hazard or explosion.
? Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other ice maker. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Before Using Your Ice Make

? Remove the exterior and interior packing.
? Check to be sure you have all of the following parts:

? 1 Ice Shovel
? 1 Instruction Manual

? Before connecting the ice maker to the power source, let it stand upright for approximately 2 hours.
This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation.
? Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth.

Installation Of Your Ice Maker

? Locate the ice maker away from direct sunlight and sources of heat (stove, heater, radiator, etc.).
Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption. Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the ice maker not to perform properly.
? Plug the ice maker into an exclusive properly installed-grounded wall outlet. Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Any questions concerning power and or grounding should be directed toward a certified electrician or an authorized Avanti products service center.

Electrical connection

WARNING

IMPROPER USE OF THE GROUNDED PLUG CAN RESULT IN THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. IF THE POWER CORD IS DAMAGED, HAVE IT REPLACED BY AN AUTHORIZED AVANTI PRODUCTS SERVICE CENTER.

? This ice maker should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this ice maker is equipped with a three-prong plug which mates with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock.
? Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord supplied.
? Never use an extension cord to connect power to the unit.
? Never use a two -prong grounding adapter.
? Where a two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, contact a qualified electrician to have it replaced with a 3-prong receptacle in accordance with applicable electrical codes.
? This ice maker requires a standard 115/120 volts a.c.~/60hz electrical outlet with three -prong ground.
? The cord should be secured behind the ice maker and not left exposed or dangling to prevent accidental injury.

Extension cord

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, it is strongly recommended that you do not use an extension cord with this appliance. However, if you must use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL/CUL -listed, 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 115 volts and at least 10 amperes.

OPERATING YOUR ICE MAKER

Control Panel Operation

Start
Press to turn unit on. This button is also used to start the ice making cycle.
Stop
Press to turn unit off.
Select
ICE SIZE SELECTION of ( S ) small, ( M ) medium or ( L ) large. (The chosen mode shall stay as selected unless changed or there is a power failure).
Please select the (S) when ambient temperature is below 15°C (59ºF).
Alert
ADD WATER INDICATOR. The “Alert ” light will come on with a beep sound. Add water and press “STOP” button and then press “START” button to restart the icemaker.
Ice Full
ICE FULL INDICATOR. This light will come on with a beep sound which indicates that the storage cabinet is full. Press the “STOP” button and remove the ice cubes then, press the “START” button to restart the Ice maker.

IMPORTANT: YOU MUST PRESS “STOP”. THEN THE “START” BUTTON TO RESTART THE ICE MAKER AFTER YOU ADD WATER OR REMOVE SOME OF THE ICE CUBES.

Operating Instructions

Starting your Ice maker

? Open the lid and fill the reservoir with water. Make sure the water level in the reservoir is not over the Ice collecting tray.
? Press START button to turn unit on.
? Select desired ice cube size by pressing “ice size” selectors S , M and L.
? Check the water level in the reservoir periodically. The ice maker will detect any shortage of water and stop operating. The ALERT indicator will be lit. Press the STOP button and fill the reservoir with water. Wait 3 minutes after the ALERT light goes out and then press the START button. The Ice maker will begin operation.
? When the ice cubes are collected and reaches the bin sensor, the ice maker will stop operating and the ICE FULL indicator will be lit.
? There are three sizes of ice cubes available, therefore the larger the ice cube selected, the longer the time it will take to complete the cycle. When the ambient temperature is lower than 15°C (59ºF), the small or medium ice cubes sizes are recommended to avoid ice cubes clumping together.
? For best performance, water temperature should be between 7°C (45ºF) and 35°C (95ºF) and ambient between 15°C (59ºF) and 25°C (77ºF).

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning Your Ice Maker

? To ensure the cleanliness of the ice cubes, water in the reservoir should be replaced every 24 hours.
? If the compressor stops for any reason such as water shortage, too much Ice, power off, etc… Do not start the system right away, wait 3 minutes, and then re -start the Ice maker.
? Remove the drain plug to drain remaining water from the water reservoir when the ice maker will not be used for long period of time. Screw the drainplug back in place after the water has been drained.
? Always change with fresh water before starting ice production at initial installation or after long shut-off periods.
? Please clean your Ice maker regularly. When cleaning, unplug the unit and remove the ice cubes.
Use a diluted solution of water and vinegar to clean the inside and the outside surface of the Ice maker. Do not spray Ice maker with chemicals or diluted agents such as acids, gasoline or oil. Rinse thoroughly before starting.

Caution

Failure to unplug the ice maker could result in electrical shock or personal injury.

Space Requirements

? During transportation, the incline angle of the cabinet should not be over 45°
? Do not turn the Ice maker upside down. Problems could occur in the compressor and sealed system.
? The Ice maker should be placed horizontally on a properly leveled surface.
? To ensure proper ventilation for your Ice maker allow 6″ of space at the top, the back and on each side.
? Before using the Ice maker for the first time, please wait 2 hours after positioning it.
? Clean the inner liner, ice collecting tray, water box, ice shovel and evaporator frequently.

IMPORTANT: Do not install the Ice maker near an oven, radiator, or other heat source.

TEMPERATURE SENSOR

Power Failure

Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect the temperature of your ice maker if you minimize the number of times the door is opened. If the power is going to be OFF for a longer period of time, you need to take the proper steps to disconnect your appliance.

PROBLEMS WITH YOUR ICE MAKER?

You can solve many common ice maker problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling the servicer.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem

| Possible Cause|

Suggested Solutions

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The compressor works abnormally with a buzzing Noise.| The voltage is lower than Recommended.| Stop the ice maker and do not restart until the voltage is normal.
Water shortage indicator Light is on.| There is not enough water in the reservoir.| Press the stop button, fill with water, wait 3 minutes and press the start button to restart.
Ice full indicator light is on.| Ice storage cabinet is full to the top.| Remove some of the ice.
Indicator lights are off.| Blown fuse/ no power/blown breaker| Replace fuse / turn power on.
The ice made is too large and with pieces sticking together.| The water temperature in the storage tray or ambient is too low.| Stop the machine and reset the ice making cycle. Restart the machine after turning it off.
Conditions for ice making cycle are right but no ice is made.| Refrigerant leaks/ sealed system is blocked.| Replace unit.
Both alert and ice full indicators are on.| The water tray does not turn.| Check for blocked ice cubes.

Service For Your Ice Maker

We are proud of our customer service organization and the network of professional service technicians that provide service on your Avanti ice maker. With the purchase of your Avanti ice maker, you can be confident that if you ever need additional information or assistance, the Avanti Products Customer Service team will be here for you. Just call us toll-free.

Avanti Products Customer Services

Product information
800-323-5029| Whatever your questions are about our products, help is available.
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Part orders
800-220-5570| You may order parts and accessories that will be delivered directly to your home, by personal check, money order, master card, or visa.
In-home repair service
800-220-5570| An Avanti Products authorized service center will provide expert repair service, scheduled at a time that is convenient for you. Our trained servicers know your ice maker inside and out.

YOUR AVANTI PRODUCTS WARRANTY

| Staple your sales receipt here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty.
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What Is Covered

Limited One-Year Warranty
For one year from the date of purchase by the original owner, Avanti Products will, at its option, repair or replace any part of the ice maker which proves to be defective in material or Workmanship under normal use. During this period Avanti Products will provide all parts and labor necessary to correct such defects free of charge, so long as the ice maker has been installed and operated in accordance with the written instructions in this manual. In rental or commercial use, the warranty period is 90 days. All Avanti appliances of 3.5 cubic feet capacity or less must be brought/sent to the appliance service shop for repair.

Limited Second Through Fifth Year Warranty
For the second through the fifth year from date of original purchase, Avanti Products will provide a replacement compressor free of charge due to a failure. You are responsible for the service labor and freight charges. In rental or commercial use, the limited compressor warranty is one year and nine months. Cost to move the ice maker to the servicers’ shop and back to the user’s home, as may be required, are the user’s responsibility.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

? Incidental or consequential damages.
? Parts and labor costs for the following will not be considered as warranty:
? Door springs and/or frames.
? Inner door panels and/or door supports.
? Chest ice maker lid liners.
? Plastic cabinet liners.

? Repairs performed by unauthorized servicers.
? Service calls that do not involve defects in material or workmanship such as customer education, door reversal, or proper installation.
? Service calls that are related to external problems, such as abuse, misuse, inadequate electrical power, accidents, fire, floods, or acts of god.
? Replacement of house fuses or resetting circuit breakers.
? Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose.
? This warranty does not apply outside the continental U.S.A.