VEVOR ICE MAKER SKF-C66FT
User Manual and Operation Guide
Important Safety Instructions
CAUTION: ICE CAN'T BE STORED IN THE ICE BIN DURING NIGHT TIME, IT'S NOT FRIDGE, ICE WILL BE MELTED TO WATER AND GET OUT OF THE MACHINE.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons or property. Read all instructions before operating the machine for the first time.
- If connect with water supply, CAUTION: must connect the potable water supply.
- The machine is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
- farm houses
- by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
- Catering industry and similar non-retail industry.
- The machine should be used in household and without obstacles surrounded, good ventilation place. There is must be 50cm at least between the four sides of the machine with the wall.
- When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons or property. Read all instructions before using any appliance.
- Don't operate this or any other appliance with a damaged cord.
- Connect to properly polarized outlets only. No other appliance should be plugged into the same outlet. Be sure that the plug is fully inserted into the socket.
- Don't place the machine and power cord near flammable material. Do not cover the cord. Do not submerge it in water.
- We do not recommend the use of an extension cord, as it may overheat and become a risk of fire.
- Unplug the ice maker before cleaning or making any repairs or servicing.
- Exercise caution and supervision when appliance is used near children.
- Don't use your ice maker outdoors. Avoid direct sunlight and make sure that there is at least 50cm of space between the back and sides of your unit and the wall.
- Don't use any liquid other than water in the unit to make the ice.
- Do not clean your ice maker with flammable detergents. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
- Do not tip the machine over.
- If the ice maker is brought indoors from outdoors during the wintertime, give it a few hours to warm up to room temperature before plugging to power source.
- This unit should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord is equipped with a three-prong plug which mated with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electric shock.
- Plug your appliance into a dedicated, properly installed and grounded wall outlet. Do not, under any circumstance, have power and/or grounding re-directed toward a certified electrician.
- The foaming materials inside is combustible which must be kept away from fire.
- It's forbidden to pull the cable to unplug the plug, pull the plug is a must.
IMPORTANCE: To avoid hazard due to instability, unit must be placed on an even and flat surface.
WARNING: The machine must be grounded.
- Only connect to drinking water sources that meet local drinking water standards.
- In addition to the method recommended by the manufacturer, no mechanical equipment or other methods should be used to accelerate the defrosting process, which will damage the system.
- The refrigeration system contains high-pressure refrigerant, and the refrigeration system must not be damaged. Special care must be taken during installation and handling, installation and maintenance must be performed by a professional, and scrap must be disposed of by designated recycling departments.
- The ice machine has thermal insulation materials, which are flammable materials, and must be kept away from the fire source.
Common Malfunction Analysis
Error Code | Symptom | Possible Cause | Solution |
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E1 | Ice full indicator is on, and proximity switch didn't react | Evaporator connector didn't assemble well | Re-install the connector |
Proximity switch is not sensitive | Replace the switch | ||
The connector didn't return to original position | Take away the ice to make the connector return to original position | ||
Normal to make ice | Proximity switch is not sensitive, replace it | Proximity switch is not sensitive, replace it | |
E2 | No water in the tank | Stop every 4 cycles, and the process of ice drop continued for 5 min | Take away the ice to make the connector return to original position |
The water tank is not plugged | Put the plug back | ||
Use tap water as water source | Check the water supply | Check the water supply | |
E2 | Water in the tank | Use tap water as water source | Water pressure is too high, water float can't work. Adjust the water pressure or replace by a new one. |
Water flow and water get cool | No water or low flow | Pump is badly clogged up, replace or clean it | |
Thin ice on the evaporator | The spray pipe is clogged up, clean it | ||
very solid ice on the evaporator | Increase the making time through "+" | ||
Some water sprayed to ice storage tank | Reduce the making time through "-" | ||
The water leak from the back of water tank | The tank need to be adjusted. | The tank need to be adjusted. | |
Water flow down but water is not cool | The main board didn't supply electricity to compressor | Replace by a new main board | |
Compressor didn't work | Check the starter, replace by a new one if needed | ||
Compressor is very hot | Replace | ||
Compressor work but the connected copper pipe didn't get cool | The compressor leak | ||
E3 | The fan is not work | The condenser prob is not sensitive | Unplug the prob or replace by a new one |
The fan is jammed | Adjust the fan | ||
Fan is broken | Replace by a new fan | ||
E4 | Ice full | The connector didn't return to original position | Take away the ice to make the connector return to original position |
Notes and Diagrams
Plastic Panel Note
As the production of ice cubes increases, the plastic panel inside the machine might be pressed down by the ice cubes. When the plastic panel is pressed down, the machine will stop producing ice cubes automatically and the "stoppage" indicator will light on. Please clean out the ice cubes regularly for continuation of ice making.
Explosion Diagram
The ice maker can be disassembled into the following parts:
- 1. Visible door
- 2. Door frame
- 3. Top cover
- 4. Board light
- 5. Back panel
- 6. Front cover
- 7. Display board cover
- 8. Display board
- 9. Display board box
- 10. Inner tank
- 11. Water tank
- 12. Ice mold
- 13. Float
- 14. Pump
- 15. Compressor
- 16. DC fan
- 17. Condenser
- 18. Main board cover
- 19. Main board
- 20. Main board box
- 21. Rubber feet
- 22. bottle seat
- 23. bottle seat cover
Circuit Diagram
The circuit diagram illustrates the electrical connections within the ice maker. Key components include:
- Fan
- Hot valve
- Pump
- Proximity switch
- Sensing prob (S)
- Condenser prob (L)
- Blue light
- Main board
The power supply is 110V~ 60Hz.
Quick Installation Guide
Note: The picture is for reference only. Please be subject to the actual products.
- Place the machine on a flat place. Ensure there is at least 5 inches of space between the back and sides of your unit and the wall. The ambient temperature should not be lower than 3°C, not higher than 40°C. Do not put anything on top of the machine. After unpacking, it is recommended to leave the unit for 24 hours before turning it on. The appliance must be positioned where the plug is accessible.
- Ways of adding water:
- 2-1. Using barreled water as water source: Take the accessories bag out. Open the door, rotate the blue control switch vertical.
- 2-2. Using barreled water as water source: Take the black cover away. Put the barreled water on the bottle seat.
- 3-1. Using water faucet as water source: Open the door, rotate the blue control switch horizontal.
- 3-2. Using water faucet as water source: Connect the water intake pipe to a filter, then to the faucet.
- Connect to drainpipe: Connect one end of the drain pipe to the machine and the other end to a container or sewer. Ensure the other port of the drain pipe is lower than the drain port of the machine. A drainage container is prepared by the buyer.
- Electrical connection: This appliance must be grounded. Use an earthed socket. The fuse for a 110-120V machine is 15A. Voltage fluctuation should not exceed ±10% than rated voltage; a voltage stabilizer may be needed. The blue light installed inside the machine must be replaced by a professional.
NOTE: Installation must be operated by a professional.
Machine Operations
Operation Panel
The operation panel features the following controls and indicators:
- Buttons: ON/OFF, +, -, Reservation, CLEAN, HOT.
- Indicators: ice making, reservation, add water, ice full, melting, stoppage, clean.
Ice Making Operation
- ON/OFF Button: Press this button under standby mode (display "-") to start the machine. Press and hold for 2 seconds during working time to power off.
Cleaning/Reservation
- Cleaning Mode: Long press the ON/OFF button for 3 seconds under standby mode to enter cleaning mode for 5 minutes. The cleaning indicator will be on. The unit will enter standby mode after cleaning. Press the cleaning button during cleaning mode to end it in advance.
- Reservation: Press the Reservation button under standby mode. The reservation indicator will flicker. Use the "+"/"-" buttons to set the auto-turning-on time (0-23 hours) and auto-turning-off time (0-23 hours). The machine will automatically turn on/off after the countdown finishes. The reservation light remains on if reservation is successful. Press the reservation button again to cancel.
HOT Function
- You can long press the "Hot" button for 3 seconds during ice making to make the ice cubes drop from the ice mold ahead of time.
- Press "HOT" to turn off the blue light; press again to turn it on.
Unpacking Your Ice Maker
Warning: Please keep foam and other packaging materials from children and disabled people, as this may cause danger to them.
NOTE: Please remove all packages when using, or else the machine may not work properly.
- Remove the packaging and check whether the machine is intact.
- Open the accessory package and check whether the accessories are included.
Accessories List
NO | Description | Picture Description | Usage | QTY |
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1 | Manual | Operation manual | Operation manual | 1PC |
2 | Filter | Filter water | Filter water | 1PC |
3 | Drainage pipe | Drain | Drain | 1PC |
4 | Ice spoon | Take ice cubes | Take ice cubes | 1PC |
5 | nylon cable ties | Fix pipe if needed | Fix pipe if needed | 2PCS |
6 | Hoop | Fasten outlet and drainage pipe | Fasten the outlet and the drainage pipe together if needed | 1PC |
7 | Seal ring | For faucet intake pipe | Do put one in the faucet of the intake pipe, the other one is spare. | 2PCS |
8 | Spare blue clip | For clip if needed | Spare blue clip if needed. | 2PCS |
9 | Spare plug | Plug for tank | Spare plug which plug the tank if needed. | 1PC |
Cleaning & Maintenance
Please thoroughly clean your ice maker before initial use.
Exterior Cleaning
The outside of the ice maker should be cleaned regularly with a mild detergent and warm water. Always use a soft cloth to avoid scratching or damaging the housing.
Interior Cleaning
- SPOON: Clean with mild detergent and warm water weekly.
- Storage tank: Clean with mild detergent and warm water weekly.
- PUMP: Clean with mild detergent and warm water weekly. Turn off and unplug the machine, take the pump out, clean it with a brush, then install it back.
Self-Clean Function
- Add water and vinegar or lemon juice mix (1:1 ratio) to the water reservoir.
- Plug in the unit, press and hold the CLEAN button for approximately 6-7 seconds, then release. The unit will automatically enter the Self-clean program. This process takes about 5-6 minutes. When the Self-Clean program is finished, the unit will automatically power off.
- During this process, the fan blade will be rotating. This process rinses the inside parts several times.
- After the Self-Clean program is completed, unplug the power cord and drain out the water by unplugging the drain cap on the side. Replace the drain cap.
- Add fresh water to the water reservoir, up to the water level mark.
- Plug in the unit and repeat the Self-Clean process by repeating steps 3 to 5. This will rinse out any vinegar/lemon residue.
- After draining the water, replace and tighten the drain cap.
- Dry the interior and exterior with a clean, soft cloth.
NOTE: It is strongly recommended to clean the unit before initial use or after the unit has not been in use for a long period of time.