Pro Breeze PB-IM01 Ice Cube Maker Instruction Manual

Pro Breeze PB-IM01 Ice Cube Maker

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: PB-IM01
• Frequency: 50Hz
• Product Dimensions: 228 x 320 x 297mm
• Gross Weight: 8.6kg
• Voltage: 220-240V~
• Power: 120W
• Net Weight: 7.6kg

Parts

1. Ice collecting tray
2. Water tank
3. Control panel
4. Buttons
5. Front housing
6. Drainage plug
7. Ice scoop
8. Top cover
9. Transparent lid
10. Air vent
11. Infrared sensor
12. Metal evaporator

Control Panel
The control panel consists of the following buttons:

1. Self-cleaning mode
2. Small ice mode
3. Large ice mode
4. Select mode button
5. Add water indicator
6. Ice full indicator
7. Power indicator light
8. Power button

Product Usage Instructions

Powering On the Appliance
To turn on the ice maker, follow these steps:

1. Plug in the ice maker.
2. Press the power button.

Selecting Ice Size or Self-Cleaning Function
The select button allows you to choose between small or large ice as well as self-cleaning functions. Follow these steps:

1. Plug in the ice maker and switch on the appliance by pressing the power button.
2. Press the select button.
3. The corresponding function light will flash for five seconds.
4. The appliance will process the selected function.

Self-Cleaning Function
To activate the self-cleaning function, follow these steps:

1. Plug in the power and press the power button to turn on the appliance.
2. Press the select button once.
3. Choose the self-cleaning function.
4. The self-cleaning indicator will light up for five seconds.
5. The process of self-cleaning will begin.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Q: Can I use this ice cube maker outdoors?
   A: No, this ice cube maker is for indoor use only.

2. Q: Where can I find the instruction manual for this product?
   A: Please read the instruction manual that came with your product and retain it for future use.

3. Q: Does this product comply with EU safety requirements and regulations?
   A: Yes, this product complies with the applicable EU safety requirements and regulations.

ICE CUBE MAKER MODEL PB-IM01
Thank you for choosing to purchase a product from Pro Breeze. Please read the entire manual carefully prior to first use and keep in a safe place for future reference.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
• When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
  • WARNING: TO AVOID THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE OR INJURY TO PEOPLE, ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE APPLIANCE IS UNPLUGGED FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET BEFORE RELOCATING, SERVICING, OR CLEANING IT.
  • WARNING: KEEP VENTILATION OPENINGS, IN THE APPLIANCE ENCLOSURE OR IN THE BUILT-IN STRUCTURE, CLEAR OF OBSTRUCTION.
  • WARNING: DO NOT LOCATE MULTIPLE PORTABLE SOCKET OUTLETS OR PORTABLE POWER SUPPLIES AT THE REAR OF THE APPLIANCE.
• Use this appliance only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
• Do not cover the appliance whilst in use.
• Always turn the appliance off and disconnected from the power supply when not in use.
• Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight, heat sources or extreme cold.
• Do not immerse the appliance in water or any other liquids.
• Do not fill the water tank when the power cord is plugged into the electrical outlet.
• Keep the appliance out of reach of children and pets.
• Do not leave children alone or unattended in the area where the appliance is in use.
• Children must be supervised not to play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance should not be made by children unless continuously supervised.
• The appliance is not to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction.
• When moving the appliance, ensure it is kept in an upright position.
• Never leave the appliance unattended while in use.
• Avoid placing the appliance in areas where it can become a tripping hazard.
• Place the appliance on a flat, stable, and dry surface and always keep the appliance in an upright position. Operating the appliance in any other position could cause a hazard.
• Do not place anything on top of the appliance while it is in use.
• Ensure that the mains supply (including voltage, frequency, and power) complies with the appliance’s rating label.
• Do not attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical elements in the appliance. Doing so may be unsafe and will void your warranty.
• Do not place this product near ovens or heating sources.
• Do not cover, obstruct, or push objects into the vents and opening of the appliance as this may cause an electric shock, fire, or damage the appliance.
• Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.
• Do not allow water or other liquids to run into the interior of the appliance, as this could create a fire and/or electrical hazard.
• This appliance is intended for indoor household use and similar applications. Do not use outdoors.
• The mains cable should not hang down from the surface on which the appliance is placed to prevent the appliance from being pulled down.
• To avoid a circuit overload when using this appliance, do not operate another high-wattage appliance on the same electrical circuit.
• Always plug the appliance directly into a wall socket. Avoid using extension leads where possible as they may overheat and cause a risk of fire.
• Do not use this appliance with an external programmer, timer switch or any other device which would switch the appliance on automatically unless this has already been pre-built into the appliance by the manufacturer.
• Do not pull on the power cord. Never move, carry, or hang the appliance by the power cord.
• Do not kink or wrap the power cord and plug around the appliance, as this may cause the insulation to weaken or split, particularly where it enters the appliance.
• Ensure the mains cable is fully extended before use and arrange it so that it is not in contact with any part of the appliance.
• Do not operate the appliance with any safety guards removed.
• Do not operate the appliance if there are signs of damage to the appliance, power cord, or any of the accessories supplied. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
• Never place the appliance on or near a source of heat such as a cooker ring or gas flame.
• Do not attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical elements in the appliance. Doing so may be unsafe and will void your warranty.
• Do not place any other tools or accessories in the appliance, other than the ones supplied.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• Never insert fingers or metal objects into the vents and openings of the appliance.
• Do not operate the appliance without water.
• Never turn the product upside down.
• Do not allow children to use the appliance without supervision.
• Do not let the mains cable overhang the edge of the work surface or allow it to touch hot surfaces or sources of heat or flame.
• Do not open the lid while the appliance is in operation.
• Do not move the appliance whilst it is in use.
• This appliance is intended for indoor household use and similar applications such as:
  • farmhouses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments.
  • bed and breakfast type environment.
  • catering and similar non-retail applications.

Specific Information Regarding R600a Refrigerant Gas

WARNING: RISK OF FIRE/FLAMMABLE MATERIAL.

• This appliance contains 0.02kg (20g) of R600a refrigerant gas.
• R600a is a refrigerant gas that complies with the European directive on the environment.
• Do not damage any part of the refrigerant circuit.
• Be aware R600a refrigerant is odourless and does not have the odour normally associated with natural gas and propane tanks.
• Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• The appliance must be placed in an area without any continuous sources of ignition such as open flames, gas, or electrical appliances in operation.
• Do not puncture and do not burn.
• If the appliance is installed, operated or stored in a non-ventilated area, the room must be designed to prevent the accumulation of refrigerant leaks resulting in a risk of fire or explosion due to ignition of the refrigerant caused by electric heaters, stoves, or other sources of ignition.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
• The appliance must be stored in such a way as to prevent mechanical failure.
• Individuals who operate or work on the refrigerant circuit must have the appropriate certification issued by an accredited organisation that ensures competence in handling refrigerants according to a specific evaluation recognised by associations in the industry.
• Maintenance and repairs that require the assistance of other qualified personnel must be performed under the supervision of an individual specified in the use of flammable refrigerants.

Explanation of symbols displayed on the unit.

SYMBOLS EXPLAINED

SPECIFICATIONS

PARTS

1. Ice collecting tray
2. Water tank
3. Control panel
4. Buttons
5. Front housing
6. Drainage plug
7. Ice scoop
8. Top cover
9. Transparent lid
10. Air vent
11. Infrared sensor
12. Metal evaporator

These images are for reference only, please refer to your product. If you find you’re missing any parts from your order, please contact our customer care team by emailing help@probreeze.com for fast and friendly help.

CONTROL PANEL

1. Self-cleaning mode
2. Small ice mode
3. Large ice mode
4. Select mode button
5. Add water indicator
6. Ice full indicator
7. Power indicator light
8. Power button

| Power button| Upon plugging in the ice maker the appliance will be in standby mode. Press the power button to turn the appliance on.
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| Select button| The select button allows you to choose between small or large ice as well as self-cleaning functions. Plug in the ice maker and switch on the appliance by pressing the power button. Then choose your function by pressing the select button. The corresponding function light will flash for five seconds, and the appliance will process this function.
| Self-Cleaning function| Plug in the power and press the power button to turn on the appliance. Press the select button once and choose the self- cleaning function. The self-cleaning indicator will light up for five seconds and then the process of self-cleaning will begin.
| Add water| The add water indicator light flashes when there is not enough water in the water tank to carry out the ice-making process. Refill the water tank and then press the power button to restart the appliance.
| Ice full| The ice full indicator light will light up when the ice collection tray reaches maximum capacity. When this happens, the machine will enter standby mode. Use the ice scoop to remove the ice from the collection tray. Once the tray is empty, the appliance will restart automatically.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Getting Started
WARNING: WHEN SWITCHING ON THE ICE MAKER FOR THE FIRST TIME OR AFTER STORAGE, PLEASE ALLOW THE UNIT TO STAND FOR TWO HOURS FOR THE REFRIGERANT TO SETTLE.

Before first use: please thoroughly clean the ice maker and all accessories provided (please refer to the cleaning and storage section for instructions).

Making Ice

1. Open the lid of the ice maker and remove the ice collecting tray.
2. Fill the water reservoir up to the MAX line with potable water only.
3. Place the ice collecting tray back into the ice maker.
4. Plug in the power and press the power button to turn the appliance on.
5. Press the select button to choose between small ice or large ice mode.
6. Once your mode has been selected the process shall begin.
7. Upon completion the appliance will enter standby mode.

• Note: the ice produced would be smaller and irregular in the first five cycles of the machine.
• Note: due to fast freezing, ice cubes may opaque. This is air trapped in the water and will not affect quality or taste of ice.

Self-Cleaning Mode

• WARNING: THE SELF-CLEANING FUNCTION WILL NOT WORK WHEN IN ‘STANDBY MODE’.
• WARNING: DO NOT TURN OFF OR UNPLUG THE UNIT WHEN IN SELF-CLEANING MODE.

1. Open the lid of the ice maker and remove the ice collecting tray.
2. Fill the water reservoir up to the MAX line with a solution of water and vinegar in a 1:1 ratio.
3. Plug in the power and press the power button to turn the appliance on.
4. Press the select button to choose the self-cleaning mode.
5. Wait for 5 seconds and then the function will begin. Upon completion, the appliance will enter standby mode.
6. Unplug the unit and drain the water tank of the cleaning solution (see instructions below)
7. Fill the water reservoir up to the MAX line with water.
8. Plug in the power and press the power button to turn the appliance on.
9. Press the select button to choose the self-cleaning mode.
10. Wait for 5 seconds and then the function will begin.
11. Upon completion the appliance will enter standby mode.
12. Unplug the unit and drain the water tank of the cleaning solution (see instructions below)

Draining The Water Tank

1. Unplug the ice maker and empty the appliance of all ice.
2. To drain the appliance of any excess water, move the appliance so the drain tube plug under the front housing is over the work surface. Note – when moving your ice maker, please ensure the appliance stays upright.
3. Place a receptacle underneath the drain tube unplug the plug and allow all the liquid to flow out.
4. Reattach the drain tube plug.
5. Either dry the interior of the appliance with a dry, clean cloth. Or leave the appliance with the lid open to dry.

CLEANING

• WARNING: ENSURE THE APPLIANCE IS SWITCHED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET BEFORE HANDLING, FILLING WITH WATER AND CLEANING.
• WARNING: ALWAYS TURN THE APPLIANCE OFF AND UNPLUG THE POWER CORD FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET BEFORE HANDLING OR CLEANING IT.
• CAUTION: DO NOT USE ANY TOXIC, CORROSIVE, OR ABRASIVE CLEANING AGENTS OR SCOURING SPONGES TO CLEAN THE APPLIANCE OR THE ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED. THESE CAN DAMAGE THE SURFACE.
• CAUTION: DO NOT ALLOW WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS TO RUN INTO THE INTERIOR OF THE APPLIANCE, AS THIS COULD CREATE A FIRE AND/OR ELECTRICAL

HAZARD.
Recommended cleaning frequency: once a week.

• Do not attempt to clean the appliance in any other way than that detailed by the manufacturer.
• Clean the exterior surface of the appliance by wiping it with a soft, damp cloth. Dry the appliance with a soft, clean cloth.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children.
• Always empty the water tank, clean, and dry the appliance when not in use to prevent mould.

To clean the outside of your ice maker:

• Ensure the unit is unplugged and at room temperature before cleaning.
• Wipe the outside of the ice maker with a mild soap and water mixture.
• Dry the outside of the ice maker with a clean, dry cloth.

To clean the ice collecting tray and scoop:

• Remove the ice collecting tray by lifting upwards on the two handles.
• Rinse the tray and the ice scoop with warm water and clean using warm water and mild soap.
• Rinse and dry both accessories
• Then return the ice collecting tray to the ice maker and place the scoop in the tray.
• These accessories are also dishwasher safe. To clean the accessories in the dishwasher, place them on the top rack of your dishwasher and avoid using deep clean and sanitising cycles.

To clean the inside of your ice maker:
WARNING: DO NOT CLEAN THE METAL EVAPORATOR (MARKED 12 IN THE PARTS LIST).

• Ensure the unit is unplugged and at room temperature before cleaning.
• Remove the ice collection tray from the appliance
• Wipe down the interior of the ice maker with a clean damp cloth.
• Dry the inside of the ice maker with a clean, dry cloth.
• Return the ice collection tray to the unit.

STORAGE

• To store your product, we recommend using the original or a similar-sized box.
• Store the appliance in a safe, clean, and dry place, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children when not in use.
• Empty and clean the appliance before storage. Ensure the appliance is dry by either wiping the interior and exterior with a dry, clean cloth or by leaving the unit’s lid open and letting the unit air dry. Clean the appliance before the next use.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If a power cut occurs due to disconnection of the power cord, unexpected pushing of the POWER button during an ice-making cycle or power blackout, the already formed ice on the evaporator will not fall immediately but keep sticking to the evaporator. Under this circumstance, please disconnect the power cord and gently push the shovel to the rear of the ice-making cabinet, then power on again, and let the ice fall by itself before pressing the POWER button to restart the ice-making cycle.

Stop the ice maker, check if the household voltage is consistent with the recommended value
Add water light on| There is no water| Add water until it reaches the MAX position. Press the power button twice to restart
There is water, but not enough
The conductivity of the water used is too low| Do not use ultrapure water or distilled water
The indicator lights on the control panel are not on| No power| Plug the unit in and turn the power on. If the appliance does not turn on after this, contact customer care
No ice produced| The compressor has no refrigerant| Contact customer care
Incapable of making ice| The compressor is damaged| Contact customer care. Unplug the appliance, remove the ice, then plug in the appliance and press the power button to restart that appliance.
The motor’s fan is damaged
The water collecting box is blocked by ice
All indicators light up simultaneously| Motor error| Contact customer care
Microswitch damage
Sunlight interference| Set the machine away from direct sunlight
The ice full icon doesn’t flash despite the full ice collecting tray| The infrared sensor may be damaged| Contact customer care
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The ice full icon flashes despite the ice collecting tray being empty| There are foreign objects on the infrared sensor| Clean the surface of the infrared sensor

RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL

Waste electrical and electronic products (WEEE), batteries, accumulators, and packaging should not be disposed of with general household waste. This is to prevent possible harm to the environment and human well-being, and to help conserve our natural resources. Most electrical products with a plug, battery, or cable can be recycled. Contact your local council, household waste disposal service, or the store where you purchased the product for information regarding the collection schemes in your area.

| Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)|

• This symbol on the product and/or packaging indicates that Waste Electrical products (WEEE) under Directive 2012/19/
• EU which governs used electrical and electronic appliances, should not be disposed of with general household waste.

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| The Mobius Loop| This symbol indicates that the product or packaging is capable of being recycled.

Take-Back Scheme

• Waste electrical products (WEEE) can be sent to One Retail Group for recycling and disposal when you purchase a new product from One Retail Group, on a like-for-like basis. For more information on how to recycle this product please visit www.probreeze.com
• The end-user of electrical and electronic products (WEEE) is responsible for separating old batteries and lamp bulbs before they are handed over to a designated disposal and recycling service. Waste batteries can also be disposed of in collection bins, which can be found in most local supermarkets and household waste recycling centres.

References

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