Water automatically enters a storage tank through the inlet valve, then is pumped to a distribution pipe. The distribution pipe evenly distributes the water to the evaporator, which has been cooled by the low-temperature liquid refrigerant. The water is cooled to its freezing point and freezes. Water that doesn't freeze in the evaporator flows back into the storage tank, and the pump restarts the cycle.
When the ice reaches the desired thickness, the ice maker enters a de-icing state. High-pressure hot gas from the compressor is diverted through a reversing valve to the evaporator, replacing the low-temperature liquid refrigerant. This creates a water film between the ice and the evaporator, causing the ice to detach and fall freely into the ice storage tank below.
The ice maker must be cleaned every two months by unscrewing the inlet hose and cleaning the inlet valve filter to prevent sand and impurities from clogging the inlet, which would reduce the water flow and prevent ice production. Although the ice maker drains the cooled water from the tank after each ice-making cycle for cleaning, effectively reducing scale buildup in the evaporator and water circulation system, it's still necessary to clean and disinfect the water pipes, tank, refrigerator, and baffle plate approximately every six months using ice maker cleaner and disinfectant, and rinse thoroughly. Ice produced during this cleaning process should not be consumed. When not in use for an extended period, thoroughly clean the ice maker and dry the ice molds and interior with a hairdryer. Store in a well-ventilated, dry place away from corrosive gases, avoiding outdoor storage.
