Quick Start Guide
QUICK START GUIDE
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Ice
The Nugget Ice Machine produces cylindrical bits of 
Ice is produced until the machine senses the bin is full. 
As ice slowly melts in the bin, the level of ice drops and 
ice production resumes. This ensures a constant supply 
of fresh ice is always available.
The factory default ice setting is 0, which produces 
of adjustment from 0 to -5. At -5 the ice is soft and 
chewable. 
To adjust the ice density:
1.  
setting
2.  Adjust using or 
3.  
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Cleaning
Integrated Models
To clean integrated panels, use household cleaner per the 
cabinet manufacturer’s recommendations.
INTERIOR CLEANING
Disconnect power to the unit.
Clean the interior and all removed components using a mild 
nonabrasive detergent and warm solution applied with a 
soft sponge or non-abrasive cloth.
Rinse the interior using a soft sponge and clean water.
Do not use any solvent-based or abrasive 
cleaners. These types of cleaners may transfer taste  
and/or odor to the interior products and damage or discolor 
the interior.
NUGGET ICE MACHINE CLEANING CYCLE
This ice machine has an automatic clean alert function. 
The control will indicate 
CL in the display, reminding you 
to clean your unit. When 
CL is displayed, ice production 
will continue. Depending on water conditions, more 
frequent cleaning may be necessary: see chart below. 
Cleaning removes lime scale, other mineral deposits, and 
sanitizes the machine. Poor ice quality and reduced ice 
output are signs that cleaning is necessary.
Clean surfaces with a mild detergent and warm water  
solution. Do not use solvent-based or abrasive cleaners. 
Use a soft sponge and rinse with clean water. Wipe with a 
soft, clean towel to prevent water spotting.
Clean any glass surfaces with a non-chlorine glass  
cleaner.
EXTERIOR CLEANING
Vinyl Clad (Black or White) Models
Stainless Models
Stainless door panels, handles and frames can discolor 
when exposed to chlorine gas, pool chemicals, saltwater or 
cleaners with bleach.
Keep your stainless unit looking new by cleaning with a 
good quality all-in-one stainless steel cleaner and polish 
monthly. For best results use Claire
®
 Stainless Steel 
Polish and Cleaner. Comparable products are acceptable. 
Frequent cleaning will remove surface contamination that 
could lead to rust. Some installations may require cleaning 
weekly.
Do not clean with steel wool pads.
Do not use stainless steel cleaners or polishes on 
any glass surfaces.
Clean any glass surfaces with a non-chlorine glass cleaner.
Do not use cleaners not specically intended for 
stainless steel on stainless steel surfaces (this 
includes glass, tile, and counter cleaners).
If any surface discoloring or rusting appears, clean it 
quickly with Bon-Ami
®
 or Barkeepers Friend Cleanser
®
 and 
a nonabrasive cloth. Always clean with the grain. Always 
nish with Claire
®
 Stainless Steel Polish and Cleaner or 
comparable product to prevent further problems.
Using abrasive pads such as ScotchBrite™ will
cause the graining in the stainless steel to
become blurred.
Rust not cleaned up promptly can penetrate the
surface of the stainless steel and complete
removal of the rust may not be possible.
For information on Keg and Tap Towers, please reference 
the Single and Double Tap Tower Kits User Guide on  
u-line.com.
Cleaning
TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) 
Level mg/L (ppm)
Cleaning Interval
5 - 150 6 months
150 - 250 4 months
250 - 400 3 months (or sooner)
Hardness Level mg/L (ppm) Cleaning Interval
0 - 66 6 months
67 - 133 4 months
134 - 200 3 months (or sooner)
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Cleaning
Under normal conditions cleaning should be done 
when the display shows 
CL. You may initiate a 
cleaning cycle at any time by pressing and holding 
the clean button for 10 seconds. 
0 1 will appear 
in the display indicating the start of the cleaning 
process.
Failure to clean may reduce the quality and quantity of ice 
produced. Once the clean cycle begins, it can be canceled 
by pressing three times. Press once more to start 
making ice. The clean cycle will automatically cancel if user 
fails to activate control at steps 2, 3b, and 5b within 2 hours.
Required for cleaning:
•  Clean potable water
•  Bucket and cleaning sponge
•  
 
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•  
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CAUTION
!
Use only SafeCLEAN Plus™ Cleaner. Use of any 
other cleaner may damage the nish of the 
evaporator and will void the warranty.
Follow safety and handling instructions printed on 
the SafeCLEAN Plus™ bottle.
Notice:
Select models include a water lter. The lter 
must remain in place when using and cleaning 
the machine. The lter is designed to lter out 
scale, sediment, particles and cloudiness as well 
as reduce chlorine and other o tastes and odors. 
U-Line recommends replacing the lter (Part No. 
ULANUGGETFILTER) when you clean your machine. 
The lter is available at u-line.com.
1.  Press and Hold for 10 seconds
a. 
0 1 will appear in the display
b. Remove access shield
c. Remove all ice in bin
d. Remove any ice protruding from the ice dispenser       
  tube.
2.  Insert the end of the cleaning tube into the ice 
dispenser; slowly pour in approximately 1 quart of 
inside the dispenser tube. It is normal for some water 
vent tube while pouring. Omit this step if no ice is in 
the  ice dispenser tube.
3.   Press and release
a. 
02 will appear in the display
b. Mix 4 ounces of SafeCLEAN Plus™ with 2 quarts of   
 potable water.
4.  Wait until 
03 appears in the display
 a. Using the funnel and cleaning tube, slowly pour    
   of the cleaning solution into the dispenser    
  tube. Air and some water will exit the vent tube.       
 
 
 b. Press and release 
5
. 04 will appear in the display
a. The machine will circulate the solution, cleaning  
  and sanitizing the internal components, for                 
  approximately 20 minutes.
b. While the machine is circulating the cleaning   
 solution, use  of the remaining cleaning solution      
and a sponge to wipe down the inside of the ice bin  
 and scoop. Rinse with clean potable water.
Cl
Cleaning Tube
 and Funnel
Ice
Dispenser
Tube
Vent Tube










