Commercial ice machines offer cost savings, convenience, enhance customer experience, improve quality control and more.
When supplying beverages at any capacity a consistent supply of high-quality ice is needed.
Once you invest in a high-quality commercial ice maker, you will wonder what took you so long!
Like all types of equipment, in our case commercial kitchen equipment, proper maintenance is important to ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your machine.
Here are some tips on how to carry out basic maintenance on your Commercial Ice Machine:
Regular Cleaning
Clean the ice machine regularly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. This typically involves cleaning the ice bin/bucket, water distribution system, and other components.
Every day you should wipe down the entire unit and keep the surrounding area free from dust, dirt, and debris.
We also recommend a regular deep clean.
This includes:
- Clearing the entire unit of all ice and water
- Cleaning internal components with a manufacturer-recommended cleaning solution
- If your unit has a wash feature, now is the time to use it
- Ensure all cleaning solutions are rinsed off
Replace Filters
Your commercial ice maker will have at least two filters. One to filter the air and keep your ice free from dust and dirt and another to filter the water, ensuring your ice cubes are crystal clear.
It is a good idea to check on your filters regularly, especially if your unit experiences cooling issues, and replace them once every six months.
Routine Inspections
Inspecting your commercial ice machine regularly can help discover issues before they become bigger problems. Keep an eye out for things like a faulty thermostat, clogged inlet valves and filters that need changing.
You would be surprised by the money you can save by noticing problems early.
Thankfully, Perth Commercial Kitchens offer great warranty options on our commercial ice machines, however depending on the level of use it is wise to ensure you are doing all you can to keep the machines operating like new.
Follow Manufacturers Shut Down Instructions
Many businesses shut down their commercial ice makers with the other kitchen equipment at the end of service. Whether this is for safety reasons or to save a few dollars, we get it, but make sure you are shutting your commercial ice maker down correctly.
Always follow your manufacturer’s shutdown instructions.
Regular Production Checks
Lastly, always do regular production checks.
Even if you are checking the internal components of your commercial ice machine and finding nothing wrong, the quality of the ice produced could indicate a problem you may have missed.
Every couple of weeks, check the quality, taste, and colour of your ice to ensure your customers are getting the very best.
Find The Right Commercial Ice Maker for You
Here at Perth Commercial Kitchens, we directly import our stock to give you the best savings possible.
If you are looking for a quality commercial ice machine, give us a call and a member of our team will be more than happy to give you all the help you need.
We want to ensure you get the right equipment for your business and take convenience, budget, space availability, ice demand and more into account when helping you make a decision on the ice machine that meets your specific requirements.
Call 08 9249 7222 or use our online contact form.