Frigidaire Ice Maker
Use & Care Manual
Models: EFIC117-SS, EFIC108, EFIC118, EFIC111-B-SILVER
Introduction
Thank you for bringing Frigidaire into your home. This manual is your resource for the use and care of your product. Please read it before using your appliance. Keep it handy for quick reference. The troubleshooting section can help with common issues. FAQs, helpful tips, videos, and cleaning products are available at www.frigidaire.com.
When unpacking your ice maker, you may find a small amount of water inside. This is from standard quality control testing.
Please follow the initial preparation and cleaning instructions before using your new ice maker.
Important Safety Information
⚠ WARNING Please read all instructions before using this appliance.
Safety Definitions
⚠ This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert of potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
- ⚠ DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
- ⚠ WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
- ⚠ CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
- ♦ IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazard-related.
Safety Instructions
- DO NOT store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
- Avoid contact with any moving parts of the automatic ice maker.
- Remove all staples from the carton. Staples can cause severe cuts and destroy finishes.
Child Safety
Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the Ice Maker is unpacked. Children should NEVER use these items to play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers, and can quickly cause suffocation.
Safety Instructions
This appliance must be plugged into at least a 15 AMP 110-115 VOLT 60 Hz GROUNDED OUTLET. It is equipped with a 3-wire cord having a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
⚠ WARNING! Improper use of grounded wire can result in the risk of electric shock. Consult a physician if necessary. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature by modifying the plug.
Avoid the use of an extension cord because it may overheat and cause a risk of fire. However, if it is necessary to use an extension cord:
- Use only 3-wire extension cords with a 3-blade grounding plug.
- The marked rating of an extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of this appliance.
- It should be positioned such that it does not drape over the counter or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children intentionally.
Attempting any maintenance or cleaning: To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this appliance from the power supply or disconnect at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
NOTE: Pressing the Power ON/OFF button to an off position does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
Description of Parts
Control Panel: The control panel features indicator lights for 'Add Water' (a), 'Ice Full' (b), and 'Power' (c). It also has an 'On/Off' button (d), 'S' (small ice size) indicator (e), 'L' (large ice size) indicator (f), and a 'Select' button (g) to choose ice size.
Ice Maker Unit Components:
- Cover
- Control Panel
- Ice Basket
- Water Reservoir (below Ice Basket)
- Ice Shovel and Evaporator Fingers (behind Ice Shovel)
- Air Outlet
- Drain Plug
- Ice Scoop
Before First Use
This portable ice maker uses a fully automatic control system for easy and convenient ice making. Making ice is simple and fast. Add water, plug into an outlet, and press the ON button. You can select one of two ice cube sizes. When first turning on the unit or during icemaking cycles, the compressor will stay idle for 3 minutes.
Warning indicators alert you to fill water when the reservoir is empty and to remove ice when the storage basket is full. The ice maker has built-in safeguards that can limit accidental damage.
Please read carefully:
- The incline angle of the ice maker cabinet should not exceed 45 degrees during transportation or use. Do not turn the ice maker upside down, as this could cause the compressor or refrigerating system to operate incorrectly. When moved or transported, allow time for the fluids in the compressor to settle. Before using for the first time, wait 2 hours after the unit has been leveled and positioned.
- Ensure the ice maker is level and on a stable table or platform to avoid malfunction.
- Place the machine on a dry and level surface with sufficient ventilation, far from heat sources such as ovens, heaters, and corrosive gases. Leave an 8-inch clearance on all sides for proper ventilation.
- Do not fill the water reservoir with hot water, as this may damage the ice maker. Fill with water of room temperature or lower.
Using Your Ice Maker
- Ensure the Drain Plug underneath the front of the unit is closed and the Water Tube Screen is in place.
- Plug the Ice Maker into the wall outlet; the green power indicator light will blink (approximately every 5 seconds).
- Open the Cover and remove the Ice Basket.
- Fill the Water Reservoir. NOTE: Do not fill above the MAX water level mark at the back of the Water Reservoir.
- Replace the Ice Basket and close the Cover.
- Press the Power Button; the green indicator light will remain on. To change between small or large ice size, press the Select Button until the light is lit up beside the desired ice size.
- The first ice making cycle will last approximately 8-13 minutes depending on the ice size selected. Water is pumped into the Water Tray, ice forms on the Evaporator Fingers. The Ice Tray tilts, draining remaining water back into the reservoir. Ice cubes are dropped into the Ice Basket by the Ice Shovel. The Ice Tray moves back into position for the next cycle.
- The 'Ice Full' LED light will illuminate when the ice basket is full, and the Ice Maker will stop automatically. Gently remove ice with the Ice Scoop. Once the Ice Basket is emptied and the Cover closed, the Ice Maker will restart automatically. IMPORTANT: Wait 3 minutes then press the Power Button to restart the ice making function.
- The 'Add Water' LED light will illuminate when the Water Reservoir is empty, and the ice making cycle will stop automatically. Press the Power Button once (it will flash every 5 seconds). Remove the Ice Basket and add water to the Water Reservoir. NOTE: Do not fill above the MAX water level mark. Replace the Ice Basket and close the Cover. IMPORTANT: Wait 3 minutes then press the Power Button to restart the ice making function.
- When finished, transfer ice to a freezer. NOTE: Ice can be stored in the unit for up to 18 hours, depending on ambient temperature. Stop the cycle by pressing the Power Button. Unplug the unit. Open the Cover and allow the Ice Maker to reach room temperature, then follow Care and Cleaning instructions.
Care and Cleaning
- Stop the Ice Making Cycle by pressing the Power Button; the green LED light will go out. Unplug the Ice Maker. Allow the unit to warm up to room temperature.
- If the Water Tray is not in the vertical position behind the Evaporator Fingers, gently push it back so all water drains into the Water Reservoir.
- Open the Drain Plug to drain excess water.
- Remove the Ice Basket.
- Remove the Water Tube Screen and rinse under running water.
- The water supply tube filter, located at the bottom of the water reservoir, should be cleaned regularly. Remove and rinse the filter under running water. If necessary, clean with a soft brush. Replace the filter after cleaning the water reservoir.
- Replace the Drain Plug and the Water Tube Screen. Wash the Ice Basket and Ice Scoop in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry.
- Clean the exterior of the Ice Maker with a soft, damp cloth. Use mild dishwashing soap if necessary.
- IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not clean the Evaporator Fingers.
Troubleshooting Guide
| PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSES | SOLUTION |
|---|---|---|
| "ADD WATER" indicator light turns on. | Low water level or lack of water. | Add water and the ice maker will operate automatically. |
| There is no indication on the control panel. | Disconnection of plug. | Check that the plug is plugged into the electrical outlet. |
| "Ice Full" and "Add Water" indicators light up simultaneously. | Electrical Power Surge or There may be air in the lines or the lines are blocked. The water tank cannot detect water level. | Turn off the ice maker, pull out the electric plug, fill it with water if needed, replace the plug and then restart the unit. Or Inspect relative parts; remove the drain cap on the back of the unit and drain out a small amount of water. Replace the drain cap and attempt to use the unit again. Or check if ice is blocking the ice pusher. Turn off the unit; let the ice melt and restart. |
| The "Ice Full" indicator light is on. | The ice basket is full. | Remove ice from the ice storage basket to make more. |
| The unit does not operate. | Power is not being supplied to the unit. The ambient temperature or the water temperature is too high. | Plug the unit into a standard 110/120 Volt, 60 Hertz power source. Please run the ice maker in temperatures below 90°F and/or pour colder water into the water reservoir. |
| Ice blockage. No ice is being made. | Making ice takes too much time. | Turn off the machine. Start the machine after the ice block melts. Or change the size selector to small ice cubes. |
| The ice making cycle seems normal but no ice is produced. | There is refrigerant leakage. A pipe in the cooling system is blocked. | Consult a qualified technician or call Customer Service. |
Product Specifications
- Input Voltage: 115V 60Hz
- Power Consumption: 90-120 W
- Daily Ice Output: 12 KGS/24H
- Ice-Making Amount Per Time: 9 PCS
- Refrigerant: R600a
- Dimensions:
- Product Depth (IN.): 14.1
- Product Height (IN.): 12.9
- Product Width (IN.): 9.5
Limited Warranty
To make a warranty claim, please email support@curtiscs.com or call 1-800-968-9853.
1 Year Warranty
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or component found to be defective, at Frigidaire's option. You are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product. If the product or component is no longer available, Frigidaire will replace it with a similar one of equal or greater value. Prior to a replacement being sent, the product must be rendered inoperable or returned.
This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with printed directions, or damage resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt as proof of purchase is required for a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the label (e.g., 120V~60Hz).
Frigidaire excludes claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages. Liability is limited to the purchase price. Implied warranties are disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, and are limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary by location.
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- Name, address, and telephone number.
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- A clear, detailed description of the problem.
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