Manitowoc Indigo Series Ice Machines

Introduction to Manitowoc Indigo Series

Manitowoc's Indigo Series ice machines represent a significant advancement in ice production technology, combining intuitive design with intelligent features to deliver consistent, high-quality ice. The series is built on Manitowoc's expertise in refrigeration and ice making, offering "ice assurance" for businesses that rely on a steady supply of ice.

The Indigo Series simplifies the ice-making process through advanced diagnostics, improved energy management, and streamlined maintenance. This ensures optimal performance, reduced downtime, and enhanced food safety.

Available Models

Intelligent Diagnostics & Communications

The Indigo Series features an internal communication system that continuously monitors refrigeration and sub-system controls. This allows for immediate identification and addressing of issues, making servicing easier and reducing machine downtime.

• Monitors, collects, and records information for diagnosis and maintenance.
• Built-in asset management: alerts, schedules ice production, monitors energy and water consumption.
• Onboard diagnostic data display and remote monitoring capability for accurate and efficient service calls.
• Internal memory stores operational history.
• "Safe Mode" helps keep the ice machine running during minor issues, allowing time for service.

Communication ports (USB and RS485) transmit ice production, energy usage, water usage, and service data, enabling asset management from any location.

"The alerts are awesome. We no longer fear running out of ice.”

Easy Read Display

The Indigo Series offers an intuitive, easy-to-read display panel designed for seamless communication between staff and the machine. It provides prompts for tasks like adding sanitizer or checking filters.

• Alerts notify staff of issues, using an envelope icon for non-urgent and a flashing warning triangle for urgent matters.
• State-of-the-art technology with easy-to-read graphics available in up to 14 customizable languages.
• Large, illuminated display screen is easy to read in various lighting conditions and provides clear instructions for maintenance and diagnostic procedures.
• Interactive display screens notify operators when descaling and sanitizing procedures are needed.
• Simplifies diagnostic procedures for service technicians.

The display panel can be configured with a "Button-Cover bezel" for public locations to prevent external menu navigation.

"intuition meets innovation”

Active Clean & Growth Inhibition

Manitowoc prioritizes cleanliness and ease of maintenance with features designed to inhibit microbial growth and simplify cleaning cycles.

Luminice™ Growth Inhibitor

The Luminice device operates continuously to keep the ice machine cleaner, reducing the frequency of cleanings, saving labor, cost, and downtime. Its space-saving design fits inside the machine, utilizing its internal electrical supply.

Luminice creates "active air" by recirculating air over a UV light, inhibiting the growth of yeast, bacteria, and other microorganisms on foodzone components.

Active Clean Features

• Alpha San® Antimicrobial Protection: Molded into select foodzone components (water distribution tube, evaporator frame, ice/water probes) to minimize cleaning frequency.
• Patented AuCS® Automated Cleaning System: Initiates cleaning (lime deposits, mineral scale) or sanitizing cycles automatically based on 2-, 4-, or 12-week settings.
• Streamlined Cleaning Procedure: Reduces steps and time for cleaning cycles. A simple button push starts the process, and the machine automatically returns to ice production mode.
• Digital Display: Indicates when a cleaning cycle has begun and shows a countdown timer for remaining time.
• Front-Facing Evaporator: Makes inspection and cleaning of the foodzone easier.
• Accessible Components: Surfaces and parts requiring cleaning are 100% accessible from the front and snap into place without tools (ice thickness probe, water probe, water trough, water pump, water distribution tube, water curtain).
• Rounded Corners: Foodzone edges have soft, rounded corners for quick and easy wiping.
• Swinging Front Door: Eases foodzone access on specific models, eliminating the need to lift off panels.

"The cleaning countdown timer is a definite benefit – we always know where we are in the cleaning cycle.”

Ice Assurance

Manitowoc Indigo Series machines are engineered to ensure ice is always available when and where it is needed, meeting demands from 300 to 3,000 pounds per day.

• Acoustical Ice-Sensing Technology: Accurately measures ice thickness for consistent cube formation, even in challenging water conditions.
• Customizable Ice Production: Levels can be set to ensure ice is available when needed and production stops when it's not, optimizing efficiency.
• Luminice®-Controlled Foodzone: Promotes cleaner, better-tasting ice without requiring chemicals.
• Ice Clarity Feature: Adjusts water usage to improve ice quality, particularly in hard water locations.
• TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) Sensing Probe: Constantly monitors incoming water quality.
• Water Filter Minder: Prompts timely replacement of the Arctic Pure® water filter to ensure continuous filtration.

Bin Level Control: With illuminating LEDs, this feature customizes the ice level in the bin, ensuring the right amount of ice is available at the right time.

Energy Management

Manitowoc is a leader in providing energy-efficient ice machines. The Indigo Series incorporates technologies to improve efficiency and reduce the cost of ownership by controlling energy and water consumption.

• Customizable Ice Making Schedule: Allows for adjustments in daily production levels, saving energy by making only the required amount of ice. Production can be scheduled by day-of-week or time-of-day to leverage lower energy rates.
• Patented Air-assist Harvest Technology: Speeds up the ice harvest cycle by forcing air between the evaporator and the ice sheet, leading to lower overall energy use for the same ice output.
• Optional Bin Level Control: Programs ice production based on bin fill levels to save energy and ensure fresh ice availability.
• Energy Saver Program: Monitor daily ice and energy usage to determine the most efficient settings.
• Water Quality Sensor Probes: Adjust potable water usage based on incoming TDS levels, potentially reducing water usage by up to 20%.
• ENERGY STAR® Qualified Models: A wide variety of models are available that meet ENERGY STAR qualifications.

Service and Support

Quick and accurate diagnosis is crucial for keeping operations running smoothly. Manitowoc's Indigo Series gathers data 24 hours a day, enabling rapid problem diagnosis.

• Real-time Data Diagnosis: Enables quick and accurate diagnosis of any problem.
• Service Data Display: Recorded data can be downloaded via USB port for detailed analysis by a service technician, facilitating faster and more accurate service calls.
• Front-Accessible Control Box: Keeps electrical components outside the foodzone for improved safety.
• Easy Service Access: Front-facing evaporator and service ports simplify interior access and inspection.
• Firmware Upgrades: Easily made through the control board USB port.
• Installation Date Recording: Automatically recorded in memory to quickly check warranty status.
• Self-Check Diagnostics: Service diagnostic programs self-check the control board and components to prevent unnecessary part replacement.
• Global Service Network: Manitowoc trains thousands of service agents annually and maintains a global servicing network to support customers worldwide.

Manitowoc: America's #1 Selling Ice Machine

Manitowoc is recognized as America's #1 selling ice machine brand, offering reliable and innovative solutions for the foodservice industry.

For sales and service in Adelaide, Australia, contact:

Air Wholesalers
Adelaide Independent Refrigeration Wholesalers
Darren Cock - 0409 225 773
Email: sales@airwholesalers.com.au
Website: www.airwholesalers.com.au

The information supplied in this brochure is a guide only and is subject to change without notice.