Cold weather an also have an effect on ice maker performance. When temperatures drop during the winter, it can cause a host of problems that include extended harvest times, frozen components, and bin switch failures. We identify the most common ice maker problems you’ll face in cold temperatures.
Before You Install an Ice Maker, Don’t Forget Your Ice Machine Water Line
Among the many installation requirements like space, drainage, and electricity, ice machines also require specific amounts of water to function. Your ice maker connector line gives the machine access to cold water, usually through a copper pipe. Every model requires a specific size of supply line and faucet, much like how a fridge can have varying supply lines. You need ... Read More
What You Need to Know About Ice Machine Electrical Usage
Installing commercial ice equipment means meeting various installation requirements such as drainage, space, and connecting the unit to the correct ice maker water line. One other thing you'll need to provide is an outlet that has the proper voltage to meet your ice machine's electrical usage. What is the Energy Consumption of My Ice Maker? An ice machine's power consumption differs between models. Most smaller ... Read More
Do I Need New Ice Machine? Five Signs You Need a Replacement
All appliances, ice machines or otherwise, age over time and must eventually be replaced. So, when do you know whether it’s time for a new ice maker or you can get by with a repair? At Easy Ice, we guarantee the performance of all our ice makers. Our Ice Machine Experts are not only factory trained, they also have ... Read More
Simple Steps to Turn Off Your Ice Maker
There are times when turning off your ice maker is the best course of action to guard against storms, cold winters, or an unnecessary utility bill. Turning off your ice machine isn’t as easy as flipping off a switch. There are a few other steps businesses should perform to ensure no damage occurs in the unit.
How Does an Ice Maker Work?
Commercial ice machines have advanced since John Gorrie first created them in 1845. Despite the advancements in ice machine functions, the ice-making process has remained relatively unchanged since first designed. Easy Ice has managed over 20,000 ice machines and counting. We understand how ice makers work – and how to keep them running well. Here is a high-level explanation of how an ice maker works.