Manitowoc Ice Machine SY0854A

Gather cleaning supplies suitable for stainless steel

Ensure the area around the ice machine is clear of obstacles

Sponge dust and dirt off the ice machine with mild soap and water

Wipe dry with a clean, soft cloth

Remove heavy stains with stainless steel wool, if necessary

Remove parts for cleaning/sanitizing

Multiple Evaporator Ice Machines

Remove parts for cleaning/sanitizing

Wear rubber gloves and safety goggles (and/or face shield) when handling Ice Machine Cleaner or Sanitizer.

Ensure Manitowoc approved Ice Machine Cleaner/Descaler and Sanitizer are used.

Remove front door and top cover for access.

Set the toggle switch to the OFF position after ice falls from the evaporator or allow ice to melt off.

Remove all ice from the bin/dispenser.

Place the toggle switch in the CLEAN position and wait for water to flow over the evaporator.

Detailed Descaling and Sanitizing Procedure

Set the toggle switch to the OFF position after ice falls from the evaporator at the end of a Harvest cycle.

Place the toggle switch in the CLEAN position and wait for water to flow over the evaporator.

Add the proper amount of ice machine cleaner based on model

Wait until the clean cycle is complete and disconnect power to the ice machine.

Is the ice machine on Safety Shutdown?

Does the water have a high concentration of minerals?

Has the ice machine been on a regular maintenance schedule?

Turn off the ice machine and unplug it from the power source.

Remove all ice from the machine.

Prepare a cleaning solution as per the manufacturer's instructions.

Clean the interior surfaces of the ice machine with the cleaning solution.