SHEFFIELD Premium Benchtop Ice Maker User Manual

June 3, 2024
SHEFFIELD

Premium Benchtop Ice Maker
User Manual
SHEFFIELD Premium Benchtop Ice Maker

WELCOME

Congratulations on choosing to buy a Sheffield product.
All products brought to you by Sheffield are manufactured to the highest standards of performance and safety, and, as part of our philosophy of customer service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive 24 Month warranty.
We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

  • 1 x Ice Maker
  • 1 x Instruction Manual
  • 1 x Warranty Card

Confirm all parts before disposing of the carton. Safely dispose of all plastic bags and other packaging components. They may be potentially dangerous to children.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Model: PLA1622
Rated voltage: 220-240V~50Hz
Power consumption: 0.68A
  Protection class: I
Refrigerant: R600a, 23g
Blowing Gas: C5H10
Weight: 9.2 kg
Dimensions: 242358328mm
Daily Ice Output (Max): 10-12kg / 24hrs
Ice Storage: 600g
Water Reservoir: 1.7L

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Carefully read this manual before using this appliance.

  • Ensure that you know how the appliance functions and how to operate it.
  • Maintain the appliance in accordance with the instructions to ensure that it functions properly.
  • Keep this manual with the appliance. If the appliance is to be used by a third party, this instruction manual must be supplied with it.
  • The safety instructions do not by themselves eliminate any danger completely and proper accident prevention measures must always be used.
  • No liability can be accepted for any damage caused by non-compliance with these instructions or any other improper use or mishandling.

Do not use this appliance if it has been dropped or damaged in any way, or if the supply cord is damaged.
Intended Use

  • Intended Purpose: Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended purpose, and only use it as described in this manual
  • Indoor domestic use only: this appliance is intended for indoor domestic use only. Do not use it outdoors. Do not use in moving vehicles or boats.
  • Fill with potable water only.

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

When using electric appliances always observe safety regulations where applicable to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.

WARNING
Any person who is involved with working on or breaking into a refrigerant circuit should hold a currently valid certificate from an industry-accredited assessment authority, which authorizes their competence to handle refrigerants safely in accordance with industry, recognized assessment specification.
Supply Cord and Plug
Always unplug from mains supply when not in use or before cleaning. Do not abuse or damage the power cord.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.
Do not turn this appliance on or off by inserting or removing the plug from a switched-on power outlet and always pull out the plug from the socket (pull on the plug, not the cable)Do not use this appliance with an extension or power board.
Earth Safety
This appliance must be earthed. Only connect to a suitably earthed 220-240V ~ 50Hz supply socket.
Use and Environment
Do not leave unattended while in use.
Do not use directly below a socket outlet.
This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
Do not let the power cord of the appliance hang over the edge of a table or benchtop or touch any hot surface.
Operate the Ice Maker on a flat and stable surface. The appliance must be operated the right way up. Do not tip over. Do not use outdoors.
Do not unplug while the unit is operating.
Never put your fingers or objects into the intake or discharge ducts.
WARNING: Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust openings in any manner.
Do not put the unit close to heat-generating devices or near flammable and dangerous materials.
When scrapping the appliance, follow the regulations concerning the disposal of refrigerant.
Supervision
This appliance is not intended for use 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 concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Damaged or Dropped
Always inspect your appliance before use. Check parts are correctly attached.
Do not use this appliance if it has been damaged, dropped, left outdoors or dropped in water. Return it to an authorised service dealer for examination and repair.
Water
Do not immerse the appliance or its supply cord in water. Do not use with wet hands or use in damp situations.
Fire Risk / Hot Surface
Do not touch hot surfaces. It is normal for the compressor and condenser surface to reach temperatures between 70°C and 90°C during operation and surrounding areas may be very hot.
CAUTION: Risk of fire.
Defrosting
WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING: Except when recommended by the manufacturer, DO NOT use any electric appliance in the unit. Such as hairdryers.
WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
In case of leakage of gas and other flammable gases, turn off the valve of the leaking gas and then open the doors and windows. Do not unplug the refrigerator and other electrical appliances considering that spark may cause a fire.
To ensure safety, it is not recommended to place regulators, rice cookers, microwave ovens and other appliances on the top of the freezer, those recommended by the manufacture are not included.
Before Disposal:

  • The freezer’s R600a refrigerant and cyclopentane foam materials are combustible materials and discarded refrigerators should be isolated from fire sources and cannot be burned.
  • Please transfer the freezer to qualified professional recycling companies for processing to avoid damages to the environment or other hazards.

ASSEMBLY AND PARTS

SHEFFIELD Premium Benchtop Ice Maker - Overview

1. Silicon stopper
2. Water tank
3. Compressor
4. Plug and power cord
5. Front lid
6. Viewing window| 7. Back cover
8. Control Panel
9. Water tray
10. Evaporator
11. Ice shovel
12. Ice basket
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Before First Use

  1. During transportation, the angle of the cabinet should not be tilted over 45°. Do not turn the Ice maker upside down. As this may damage the compressor and sealed system.
  2. Remove all packing material and carefully check your ice maker to ensure it is in good condition and that there is no damage to the ice maker or power cord and plug.
  3. The Ice maker should be placed on a flat, level surface. To ensure proper ventilation for your Ice maker allow 150mm of space at the top, the back and on each side. Do not install the Ice maker near an oven, radiator, or any other heat source.
  4. Before using the Ice maker for the first time, please wait 2 hours after positioning it, and keep the front lid open for at least 2hours.
  5. Pure water is not allowed to be used in this unit, spring water is recommended.

Control Panel

  • SHEFFIELD Premium Benchtop Ice Maker - Control Panel ON/OFF: Press to turn the unit on or off.
  • ADD WATER: This light will come on with a long ‘DI’ noise. You will need to add water and press the ON/OFF button to restart the Ice maker.
  • ICE FULL: This light will come on with a ‘DI, DI’ noise when the ice has reached the maximum capacity of the storage cabinet. Press the ON/OFF button to restart the Ice maker after some of the ice has been taken away.

INSTRUCTIONS

Operation:

  1. Open the lid and fill the water reservoir with water.
    Note: Make sure the water level is not over the Ice collecting tray.

  2. Connect to a suitably rated power supply.

  3. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the unit on. The ice maker will begin to operate.
    Note: For the first three cycles, the ice may be smaller and irregular in size.

  4. If the indicator ADD WATER is red with ‘DI’ noise, take out the basket and add water as per step 1,then press ON/OFF to restart the ice maker
    Note: If no water is pumped up to the water tray over two cycles but the water in the tank full, please move the unit over a sink and remove the silicon stopper. let several drops water runs out and then try again.

  5. If the indicator ICE FULL is in red with ‘DI DI’ noise, please take out the ice with the scoop.
    Note: When the ice collecting tray is full please remove the ice immediately, Do not allow the ice collecting tray to overfill.

  6. Press the ON/OFF button to stop the machine

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Any servicing requiring disassembly other than cleaning must be performed by a qualified appliance repair technician.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the appliance do not use alkaline cleaning agents when cleaning, use a soft cloth and a mild detergent.
Before Cleaning

  • When not in use or before cleaning, always disconnect the appliance from the mains supply and allow the Appliance to cool down before cleaning.

Care and Cleaning

  • Regularly clean the outside of the appliance with a soft damp cloth and dry it with a dry towel. Do not immerse in water. Do not use harsh solvents to clean the plastic.
  •  Do not use any metal tool, abrasive scouring pad, steel wool or other hard cleaning product to clean the surface of the cooking plates, as they may scratch the non-stick surface.
  • Clean the inner liner, ice collecting tray, water box, ice shovel and evaporator frequently. Use a diluted solution of water and vinegar to clean the inside. Rinse thoroughly before starting.
  • Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure, or the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
  • If the ice maker is reused after a long time, the water pump may not pump sufficient water due to an air block, the add water indicator turns on in this case. To correct this press the START button again, then the ice maker will work normally.
  • To ensure the cleanliness of the ice cubes, water in the water 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 restart the Ice maker.
  • Always use fresh water before starting ice production either at initial installation or after a long shut-off period.

Store in a Safe Place
When not in use, store your appliance and all its accessories along with the instruction manual in a safe and dry place.

AFTER SALES SUPPORT
Email: service@prolinkbrands.co.nz
Phone: 0508 776 546
Distributed By Prolink Brands Ltd
P.O Box 132 398 Sylvia Park
Auckland 1644, New Zealand

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