CHEFMAN RJ56-CU-100 Commercial Ice Maker Instruction Manual

CHEFMAN RJ56-CU-100 Commercial Ice Maker

Specifications

• Model: RJ56-CU-100

• Type: Commercial Ice Maker

• Features: Control panel with various indicator lights, ice size
  adjustment, cleaning cycle, delayed start function

• Components: Door, Ice Sled, Control Panel, Air Inlet, Front Frame, Water Reservoir, Evaporator, Top Cover, Drain Outlet, Water nlet, Power Supply, Air Outlet, Drain Hose, Ice Scoop

Product Usage Instructions

Getting Started

1. Ensure the ice maker is placed on a flat, stable surface.
2. Plug in the power cord to a suitable power outlet.
3. Open the door of the ice maker to access the interior components.
4. Check the water reservoir and ensure it is filled to the appropriate level.

Using the Control Panel
The control panel provides essential functions for operating the ice maker:

• Segmented Display: Shows countdown time during ice-making cycle or timer for delayed start.
• Ice Light: Indicates ice-making process is in progress.
• Full Light: Alerts when the ice bin is full.
• Attn Light: Signals any issues encountered by the ice maker.

Safety Instructions
It is crucial to follow safety guidelines to prevent accidents and ensure proper functioning of the ice maker:

1. Read all provided instructions before using the appliance.
2. Avoid immersing any part of the unit in water or other liquids to prevent electric shock.

Cleaning and Maintenance
Regular cleaning and maintenance are essential for optimal performance:

1. When the Clean light blinks, it indicates that a cleaning cycle is due. Press the CLEAN MODE button to start the cleaning process.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: How do I adjust the ice size produced by the ice maker?
  A: You can adjust the ice size by pressing the ICE SIZE button on the control panel.

• Q: What should I do if the Attn light is illuminated?
  A: The Attn light indicates a problem with the ice maker. Refer to the instruction manual for troubleshooting steps or contact customer support.

Get to Know Your Ice Maker

1. Door

2. Ice Sled

3. Control panel

4. Air inlet

5. Front frame

6. Water reservoir

7. Evaporator

8. Top cover

9. Drain outlet

10. Water inlet

11. Power supply

12. Air outlet

13. Drain hose

14. Ice scoop

Get to Know Your Ice Maker

Control Panel

1. Segmented display (counts down time in current ice-making cycle, or time until ice-making begins if Delay Start Function is used)
2. Ice light (illuminates when ice-making is underway)
3. Full light (illuminates when ice bin is full; remove some ice to continue ice-making)
4. Attn light (illuminates when ice maker encounters a problem)
5. Delay light (Blinks while setting timer for delayed start. Turns solid when timer is counting down.)
6. Clean light (blinks when a cleaning is due; illuminates solid during cleaning mode)
7. Due light (blinks along with Clean light when a cleaning is due)
8. CLEAN MODE button (press to begin cleaning cycle)
9. DELAY START button (press to set a timer until ice-making begins)
10. ICE SIZE button (press to adjust ice size)
11.  MAKE ICE button (press to start or stop ice-making cycle)

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction manual before using.

Safety Instructions and Important Safeguards

1. Read all instructions.
2. DANGER! To protect against the risk of electric shock, do NOT immerse the cord, plug, or any part of the unit in water or other liquid.
3. Close supervision is necessary when using this appliance near children. This appliance is not suitable for use by children.
4. Never leave an appliance unattended while in use.
5. Do NOT place an appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven. Do NOT place on top of any other appliance.
6. Do NOT let the power cord of the appliance hang over the edge of a table or countertop or touch any hot surface.
7.  Do NOT operate any electrical appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. If damage is suspected, contact Chefman® Customer Support for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
8. Unplug the appliance from the power outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off attachments, and before cleaning.
9. The use of accessory attachments that are not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
10. Avoid contact with moving parts when the unit is in operation.
11. Never touch the cooling elements when the unit is in operation.
12. Do NOT use outdoors.
13.  Do NOT use an appliance for anything other than its intended use.
14.  This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments; farmhouses; by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential-type environments; bed-and-breakfast-type environments; and catering and similar nonretail applications.
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Safety Instructions and Important Safeguards

WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in electric shock.

• Grounding Instructions
• This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. To protect against electrical shock, this appliance is equipped with a cord having a 3-prong grounding-type plug for insertion into a proper grounding-type electrical outlet. Do NOT alter the plug for use in a 2-prong outlet. If the plug will not fit into an outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
• Do NOT alter the plug for use in a 2-prong outlet. If the plug will not fit into an outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Short Cord Instructions
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards of entanglement or tripping over a longer cord. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a longer detachable power-supply extension cord is used:

1. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
2.  If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord; and
3.  The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.

Power Cord Safety Tips

1. Never pull or yank on the cord or the appliance.
2.  To insert the plug, grasp it firmly and guide it into the outlet.
3. To disconnect the appliance, grasp the plug and remove it from the outlet.
4. Never use the product if the power cord shows signs of abrasion or excessive wear. Contact Chefman® Customer Support for additional guidance and support.
5.  Never wrap the cord tightly around the appliance, as this could place undue stress on the cord where it enters the appliance and cause it to fray and break.

DO NOT OPERATE THE APPLIANCE IF THE POWER CORD SHOWS ANY DAMAGE OR IF THE APPLIANCE WORKS INTERMITTENTLY OR STOPS WORKING ENTIRELY.

• California Proposition 65:
• (Applicable for California Residents only) WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
• Do not place the appliance on a stovetop or any other heatable surface, even if stovetop is not on.
• Doing so is a fire hazard.

Before First Use

Unpack the Ice Maker

1. Remove all packaging materials, such as plastic bags and foam inserts. Check to ensure that all parts and accessories are included before throwing out packaging.
2. Read and remove any stickers on the ice maker except for the rating label, which should remain on the unit.
3.  The incline angle of the ice maker cabinet should not exceed 45° during transportation or use. Do not turn the ice maker upside down. Doing so could cause the compressor or refrigerating system to operate incorrectly.

Install the Ice Maker

1. Place the unit on a stable surface away from direct sunlight and other heat sources. Keep at least 6 inches of clearance around the air inlet and air outlet to ensure proper ventilation.
2. Twist the four black feet at the bottom of unit until the unit is level and does not wobble.
3. THIS PRODUCT REQUIRES A WATER SUPPLY AND DEDICATED GRAVITY (FLOOR) DRAIN FOR CONTINUOUS OPERATION. Connect one end of the included drain hose to the drain outlet on the back of the unit, and the other end to a floor drain. The floor drain must not be elevated more than 6 inches above the drain outlet. If the floor drain is not in close proximity to the unit, another connecting hose (not provided) can be used.
4. The unit must be connected to a COLD water supply line for operation. To avoid damage to your plumbing, we recommend having a professional plumber connect a standard ¼-inch tube to the water line. Once installed, with the water feed off, insert the other end of the ¼-inch tube into the push-to-connect fitting in the back of the unit. Turn the water feed on before powering up the unit. A ¼-inch Refrigerator Water Line Kit can be purchased separately to create the water line feed needed.
5. IMPORTANT: Wait 2 hours for the refrigerant fluid to settle before plugging the unit in for the first time. Anytime the unit is subsequently moved, wait 30 minutes before plugging in to allow the fluid to settle.
6. Before making ice for the first time, clean the unit by following the instructions on p. 12.
7. The ice scoop can hang on the hook inside the ice bin when not in use.

How to Make Ice
The ice maker completes a batch of restaurant-style ice in less than 15 minutes, perfect for all of your ice needs.

1. Plug the installed unit into the outlet. The segmented display will show “–”. NOTE: If the unit has been moved since its last use, it should rest for 30 minutes before being plugged in. Make sure the water line is installed and flowing before beginning to make ice.
2.  Press the MAKE ICE button. The ice-making cycle will begin and the Ice light will illuminate.
3. The segmented display will count down the time for each ice-making cycle until the next batch of ice is ready. The first batch of ice after powering on should take about 20 minutes, with subsequent batches taking 10 to 15 minutes, depending on ice size.
4. The unit keeps making ice until the basket is full and the ice sled cannot reset automatically. At that point, the Full indicator light will illuminate.
5. To remove ice, push the door until it is opened fully and remove the ice as needed with the ice scoop.
6. When enough ice is removed, the ice maker will enter ice-making mode again.
7. To turn off ice making and put the unit back in standby mode, press the MAKE ICE button at any time.
8. To change the size of your ice, press the ICE SIZE button to toggle through the choices of small, medium, or large (S/M/L will display on the segmented display). You can select a new size in standby mode or at any point during the ice-making cycle, but the size will not change until a new ice-making cycle begins.
   NOTE: Though the ice maker is insulated, it is not a freezer. Ice that is
   not removed and used will eventually melt and drain through the drain hose. However, during normal use when ice making is on, the unit will continually replenish the ice to keep the bin full. When the bin is full and ice-making is turned off, it will take about 48 hours for the ice in the bin to melt completely.

How to Use the Delay Start Function

The Delay Start function allows you to set a timer for when you’d like to begin ice making. To set the timer, the unit must first be in standby mode. (If it is in ice-making mode, press the MAKE ICE button first to put it back in standby mode.)

1. Press the DELAY START button to set a default timer of 1 hour. To add time, continue to press DELAY START and it will add time in 1-hour increments, up to 48 hours.
2. While adjusting the timer, you can reset the timer to the default of 1 hour by holding down the DELAY START button for 5 seconds.
3. The Delay light will blink while you are adjusting the time. After you’ve reached your desired time, the icon will continue to blink for 5 seconds, then turn solid as the timer begins counting down. The display will show the remaining time in hours (or in minutes when less than 1 hour remains).
4. If you wish to cancel the timer once set, you can press the MAKE ICE button to immediately begin the ice-making cycle OR press and hold the DELAY START button for 5 seconds to return to standby mode.

Keep It Clean

To keep your ice tasting fresh and your ice maker in prime condition, the ice maker should be cleaned when the Clean and Due indicator lights blink together. The ice maker will still be able to function while it is indicating a cleaning is due, but these two lights will not turn off until a cleaning cycle is performed. To clean the unit:

1. Make sure all ice has been removed from the bin and the unit is no longer making ice before starting the cleaning cycle.
2. Use a commercial descaling powder to clean the unit. Prepare it according to the package directions and add to the water reservoir.
3. With the unit in standby mode, press the CLEAN MODE button. The Clean light will turn solid and the Due light will turn off. The unit will run an automatic cleaning cycle that lasts about 30 minutes. it runs, the segmented display will count down the time remaining in the cycle.
4. After the cleaning cycle finishes, the unit will go back into standby mode.
5. Remove the reservoir plug from the water reservoir (see drawing below) and let the water drain completely.
6. Rinse the water reservoir and ice bin thoroughly with warm water and wipe it dry with paper towels or a clean cloth.
7. Reinstall the reservoir plug securely.
8.  If the unit will not be used for a lon  time, empty the water in the unit, wipe it with a clean cloth, and store it in a cool place. If it is moved before using again, let it sit for 30 minutes before plugging it in to allow the refrigerant fluid to settle.

Having Trouble?

If the ice maker encounters a problem, the Attn indicator light will blink and an error code will display on the panel. Below is a guide to what the codes mean.

1. Check the water inlet valve and float.
2. Check the drain plug for any water leakage.

E2| Solenoid valve malfunction| Contact customer support.
E3| NTC malfunction| Contact customer support.
E4| Malfunction of float switch| Contact customer support.

Notes

Terms and Conditions Limited Warranty

• RJ Brands, LLC d/b/a Chefman® offers a limited 1-year Warranty (the “Warranty”) available on sales through authorized distributors and retailers only. Please note that this Warranty becomes valid from the date of initial retail purchase and that the Warranty is nontransferable and applies only to the original purchaser.
• This Warranty is void without proof of purchase within the United States and Canada. Please be aware that this Warranty supersedes all other warranties and constitutes the entire agreement between the consumer and Chefman®. Any changes to the Terms and Conditions of this Warranty must be in writing, signed by a representative of Chefman®. No other party has the right or ability to alter or change the Terms and Conditions of this Warranty.
• We may ask you to please submit, via email, photos and/or video of the issue you are experiencing. This is to help us better assess the matter and possibly offer a quick fix. Photos and/or video may also be required to determine Warranty eligibility.
• We encourage you to register your product. Registering can make the Warranty process easier and can keep you informed of any updates or recalls on your product. To register, follow the directions on the Chefman® Warranty Registration page in the Chefman® User Guide. Please retain your proof of purchase even after registering. In the event that you do not have proof of your purchase date, we may declare your Warranty void or we may, at our sole discretion, apply the date of manufacture as the purchase date for purposes of this Warranty.

Terms and Conditions

• What the Warranty Covers
• Manufacturer Defects – Chefman® products are warranted against defects in material and workmanship, under normal use, for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase when used in accordance with the directions listed in the Chefman® User Guide. If your product does not work as it should, please contact Customer Support at support@chefman.com so that we may assist you.

This Warranty Does Not Cover

• Misuse
  Damage that occurs from neglectful or improper use of products, including, but not limited to, damage that occurs as a result of usage with incompatible voltage, regardless of whether the product was used with a converter or adapter. See Safety Instructions in the Chefman® User Guide for information on proper use of product;

• Poor Maintenance
  General lack of proper care. We encourage you to take care of your Chefman® products so that you may continue to enjoy them. Please see cleaning and maintenance directions in the Chefman® User Guide for information on proper maintenance;

• Normal Wear and Tear
  Damage or degradation expected to occur due to normal use over time;

• Altered Products
  Damage that occurs from alterations or modifications by any entity other than Chefman® such as the removal of the rating label affixed to the product;

• Catastrophic Events
  Damage that occurs from fire, floods, or natural disasters; or

• Loss of Interest
  Claims of loss of interest or enjoyment.

For product information, please visit us at Chefman.com/Iceman.

EXCEPT WHERE SUCH LIABILITY IS REQUIRED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER, AND CHEFMAN® SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO, OR LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, OR LOST SALES OR PROFITS OR DELAY OR FAILURE TO PERFORM THIS WARRANTY OBLIGATION. THE REMEDIES PROVIDED HEREIN ARE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES UNDER THIS WARRANTY, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE.

Warranty Registration
What do I need to register my product?

• Contact Information
• Model Number (see example below)
• Proof of Purchase (online confirmation, receipt, gift receipt)
• Date Code (see example below)
• Access Code (see example below)
• NOTE: Label depicted here is an example.
• Please see label on your product for actual model/date code/access code.
• How do I register my product?
• All you need to do is fill out a simple Chefman® registration form. You can easily access the form in one of the two ways listed below:
• Visit Chefman.com/register.
• Scan the QR code to the right to access site.
• Commercial Ice Maker
• Chefman® is a registered trademark of RJ Brands, LLC.
• Iceman™ is a trademark of RJ Brands, LLC.
• Iceman™ designed by ©Chefman 2024.

References

• Product Registration – Chefman
• P65Warnings.ca.gov

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