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ZS IZ03 Mini Chewing Ice Maker User Manual
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- This ice maker must be positioned where the plug is accessible.
- Only connect to properly grounded outlets. No other appliance should be plugged into the same outlet. Be sure that the plug is fully inserted into the socket.
- Do not run the power cord over carpeting or other heat insulators. Do not cover the cord.
- Unplug the ice maker before cleaning, draining, repairing or storing.
- Exercise caution and ensure appropriate supervision when the appliance is used near children.
- Place the ice maker away from direct sunlight and make sure that there is at least 6 inches of clearance between the back of your unit and wall. The minimum clearance from each side of the unit must be no less than 6 inches.
- Do not use liquids other than drinkable water to make ice cubes.
- Do not clean your ice maker with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
- If the ice maker is brought in from outside in wintertime, give it a few hours to warm up to room temperature before plugging it in.
- Do not tip the unit over. To avoid a hazard due to the instability of the appliance, it must be placed on an even and flat surface.
PACKAGE CONTENT
- Ice Maker
- Ice Basket
- Ice Scoop
- Manual
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR UNIT
OPERATING PROCEDURES
Unpacking Your Ice Maker
- If any parts are missing, please contact our customer service.
- Remove all the tapes on the unit; take out the accessory parts inside.
- Clean the interior with lukewarm water and a soft cloth.
- Locating your ice maker on a level counter table far from direct sunlight and other sources of heat (i.e.: stove, furnace, and radiator). Make sure that there is at least 6 inches between the back and sides of your ice maker with the wall.
- Allow one hour for the refrigerant fluid to settle down before plugging your ice maker in.
- The power plug must be accessible directly.
How to start the unit
- Take out the ice basket, and pour potable water into the water reservoir, 0.3 gallons of water at most at one time.
- Put back the ice basket.
- Plug in and the ring indicator will red light on. If you press the “ice /clean” button, the machine will start making ice; If long press the “Ice/Clean” button, it will do automatic cleaning.
Cleaning Your Ice Maker
For the first time, or the clean procedure has not been running for a long time, it is highly.
- Before the cleaning procedure, please make sure the water drain cap has been inserted into the appliance; otherwise, it will not work properly.
- Press the “ICE/CLEAN” button for 5 seconds, The Ring indicator light flashes white, it will run the cleaning procedure for 15 minutes and automatically exit, press this button again during the cleaning procedure, it will exit immediately.
- After the cleaning procedure, remove the top cover and the ice basket, rinse the main water reservoir and the secondary water reservoir, then move the appliance to the edge of the desktop, make sure that the appliance is placed steady, place a water container under the appliance, remove the drain cap from the bottom, dirty water will drain into the water container, then reinsert the drain cap.
- Change water in the water reservoir every 24 hours to ensure a reasonable hygiene level.
System Cleaning/Sanitizing Procedure
- Unplug the nugget ice maker.
Take off the bottom drain cap and drain out the water to a sink. See the figure below.
Produce a solution by diluting one teaspoon of household bleach with five cups of water for daily cleaning. For monthly cleaning of removing mineral deposits, please use the white vinegar instead of the above water solution.
Pour the solution into the water reservoir, up to the “MAX” water level. See the figure below.
Plug in the Nugget ice maker, and press and hold the “Clean” button for 5 seconds to initiate the cleaning process(1 mins). See the figure below.
When the “cleaning” indicator lights off, take off the drain cap and drain out the water to a sink.
Repeat steps 4 to 6 with fresh water for two more cycles to rinse the inside.
- Replace the drain cap on the bottom. See the figure below.
When completed, fill the unit with fresh water and press the “Ice” button to start the making process. See the figure below.

How to Obtain the Ice Cube
- Before we start making ice, please make sure the water drain cap has been inserted into the appliance; otherwise, it will not work properly.
- Press the “ICE/CLEAN” button, the Ring indicator light flashes white, it begins to work, Press this button again, it will stop making ice.
- For the first time, or if the appliance has not been used for a long time, it is recommended to clean this appliance before you start to make ice.
- In the process of making ice, if the “Add water” indicator light is on, and the machine stops working, it needs to add water. After adding water, please restart the machine; Otherwise, it needs to wait for a long time and then automatically start making ice again.
- When the machine is full of ice, it will automatically stop working. The “ice full” indicator light will be on, and the ring indicator light will be white. After the ice is removed, the machine starts working automatically.
SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage/Frequency | 115V/60Hz |
Current | 2.7A |
Ice storage capacity | 1.4 lbs |
Ice making rate | 33 lbs per day /1.3 lb per hour |
Operating environment | 55°F – 90°F |
Refrigerant | R600a / 16g |
Vesicant | CsH,o |
Net Weight | 20.3 lbs |
Dimensions | 11.29 in x 8.66 in x 12.68 in |
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
“Add Water” indicator turns on | Lack of Water. | Stop the ice maker, fill the water, and press the “ICE/CLEAN” button again to restart the unit. |
“ICE FULL” indicator turns on | There is too much ice. | Suggest you obtain the ice cube. |
No ice cube inside | Remove the probable obstacle inside or clean the inside wall of the ice storage | |
The ring indicator light flashes red | The ambient temperature or water temperature in the inner tank is too high. | Please run the ice maker below 90°F ambient temperature and pour colder water into the tank. |
Refrigerant liquid leakage. | Press the ICE button twice, and restart the making program, if this problem shows up again, verify by a qualified technician. | |
The cover motor is broken | ||
The pipe in the cooling system is blocked. | ||
Making Ice too slowly | The Hot Air outlet has been blocked by something. | Hot Air outlet must be guaranteed to have more than 15 CM of ventilation distance. |
The water temperature in the inner tank is too high. | Water temperature requires- ment between 45°F~90°F. | |
Refrigeration system malfunctions. | Verify by a qualified technician. | |
Water leakage | The drain plug is not in place | Put the drain plug in place. |
The Pipe Joint in the appliance may Loose | Verify by a qualified technician. | |
The seal has reached service life | Verify by a qualified technician. |
FAQS
How does mini ice maker work?
Water gets pumped from a reservoir to a container, where freezing-cold metal prongs turn the water to solid ice.
Do portable ice makers need a water line?
A countertop ice maker has a built-in water reservoir, so it doesn’t need a dedicated water line like your fridge’s ice maker does.
What controls ice maker?
The cycle is usually controlled by a simple electrical circuit and a series of switches. In the diagram below, you can see how the icemaker moves through its cycle.
Can you leave an ice maker on all the time?
Most ice makers can be left on all the time in order to ensure that you always have a fresh supply of ice. Like refrigerator ice makers, these appliances are typically designed to run constantly.
What are the benefits of an ice maker?
- Convenience at Your Fingertips.
- Effortless Entertainment.
- More Than Just Ice Cubes.
- Think Beyond the Bucket.
What size ice maker?
A good rule of thumb is to select an ice maker that produces about 20% more ice than your daily needs.
What are the disadvantages of ice cubes?
Regularly chewing on ice cubes can dental problems, including tooth decay. Craving ice can occur due to some health conditions, including nutritional deficiencies
What is the principle of ice maker?
The ice maker machine is a kind of refrigeration mechanical equipment that produces ice after the water passes through the evaporator and is cooled by the refrigeration system refrigerant.
What is the purpose of the ice maker?
An ice maker is a stand-alone appliance unit that creates ice cubes. Essentially you plug the unit in, fill it with ice, and it’ll craft ice cubes of various sizes in a matter of time.
How to clean an ice maker?
Fill a large bowl with warm water and some dish soap.