U9902CH - Ice Maker ROTEL - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Ice machine
Brand	Rotel
Model	U9902CH
Dimensions (L × W × H)	approx. 30 × 30 × 35 cm
Net weight	approx. 10 kg
Power supply	220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Rated power	120 W
Ice production capacity	12-15 kg per 24 hours
Water tank capacity	2 L
Ice bin capacity	approx. 0.6 kg
Ice cube size	2 sizes to choose from (small/large)
Main functions	Quick ice production, size selection, automatic shut-off when bin is full
Maintenance and cleaning	Regular cleaning of the water tank and water circuit with white vinegar or a specific descaling agent
Safety	Automatic shut-off when bin is full or water is low, overheat protection
Spare parts and repairability	Water tank, ice bin, water filter (replaceable), pump (accessible)
General information	Compressor cooling, production cycle approx. 6-8 minutes, noise level < 45 dB

Frequently Asked Questions - U9902CH ROTEL

How to start the Rotel U9902CH ice machine for the first time?

Before first use, clean the water tank and ice bin with a soft cloth. Fill the tank with drinking water, plug in the appliance, and press the On button. Select the ice cube size (small or large) and wait about 6 to 8 minutes for the first cubes. Discard the first batch of ice to avoid any residue.

How to clean the ice machine?

Unplug the appliance and empty the tank. Use a mixture of warm water and white vinegar (1:1) to clean the inside of the tank and the conduits. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. The ice bin can be washed with soapy water. Perform a cleaning cycle every month.

Why is my machine not producing ice?

Check that the water tank is filled above the minimum level. Ensure the ambient temperature is between 10°C and 32°C. If the 'bin full' indicator is on, empty the ice bin. If the problem persists, contact after-sales service.

How to change the ice cube size?

Ice cube size selection is done via the dedicated button on the control panel. Press once for small cubes (small cube icon), a second time for large cubes (large cube icon). The corresponding indicator light turns on.

What is the daily production capacity?

The machine can produce up to 12-15 kg of ice in 24 hours, depending on the ambient temperature and selected cube size. The production cycle lasts about 6 to 8 minutes.

Can I use tap water?

Yes, but it is recommended to use filtered or demineralized water to prevent limescale buildup and extend the appliance's lifespan. If you use tap water, descale more frequently.

How to store the ice?

Ice is stored in the built-in ice bin, but it may melt if the appliance is not running. For longer storage, transfer the ice to a freezer bag and place it in the freezer.

Is the machine noisy?

The noise level is below 45 dB, which is comparable to a quiet refrigerator. You may hear the compressor and water flow, which is normal.

What to do if the machine displays an error code?

Refer to the manual for code meanings. Generally, 'E1' indicates low water, 'E2' a faulty temperature sensor. Unplug the appliance, wait 5 minutes, and plug it back in. If the error persists, contact customer service.

Can I repair the machine myself?

Some minor repairs like replacing the water filter or ice bin are possible. For any work on the electrical circuit or compressor, call a certified professional.

USER MANUAL U9902CH ROTEL

GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNG

• MODE D'EMPLOI
  • ISTRUZIONI PER L'USO
  • INSTRUCTION FOR USE

D/F/I/E

Gerätebeschreibung

Descripon of the appliance

1. Inner Liner

2. Water Reservoir

3. Ice collecng Tray

4. Ice Bin Full Sensor

5. Ice Shovel

6. Water Tray

7. Evaporator

8. Water Inlet Tube

9. Water Drain Plug

10. Compressor

11. Water Pump

12. Power Cord

13. Lid

14. Control Board

15. Window

Deutsch

SICHERHEITSHINWEISE

- Read all instrucons before using.

○ This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instrucon concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

○ If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

○ Fill only with drinking water.

- It is normal for the compressor and condenser surface to reach temperatures between 70°C and 90°C during operaon and surrounding areas may be very hot.

Due to fast freezing, ice cubes may appear “cloudy”. This is trapped air in the water and it will not eect the quality or taste of the ice.

○ This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instrucon concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

○ Children must not play with the appliance.

○ Children may not clean or service the appliance unless they are supervised.

- Do not immerse in water.

○ R-134a is a uorinated greenhouse gas covered by the Kyoto Protocol, its global warming potenal is 1300. Please keep the unit well.

- SPECIFICATIONS

Daily Ice Output:	18-20kg / 24 hours
Ice Sizes Three (3):	small, medium, large
Ice Storage Capacity:	1500g
Compressor High eciency CFC free:	R134a
Water Reservoir Capacity:	3,2 litri
Dimensions:	375 x 408 x 400 mm W x D x H
Unit Weight Net:	13.5 kg
Voltage:	AC 220-240V/50Hz
Power cord:	3 pins grounded plug

START: Press to turn unit on. This buon is also used to start the ice making cycle.

STOP: Press to turn the unit o.

SELECT: Ice size selecon (S) small, (M) medium or (L) large. (The selected mode shall stay as selected unless changed or there is a power failure) The default seng is medium.

ADD WATER: This light will come on together with a long tone 'DI'. You will need to add water and press the 'STOP' then the 'START' buon to restart the ice maker.

ICE FULL: This light will come on together with the intermient tone 'DI, DI' when the ice has reached the maximum capacity of the storage cabinet. Press buon 'STOP' then press buon 'START' to restart the ice maker aer some of the ice has been removed.

- FIRST USE OF YOUR ICE MAKER

During transportaon, the incline angle of the cabinet should not be over 45° . Do not turn the ice maker upside down. Problems could occur in the compressor and sealed system.
- Remove all packing material and please check carefully that your ice maker is in good condion. There must not be any breakages on the unit and/or damages to the cord/plug.
The ice maker should be placed horizontally on a level surface. To ensure the proper venlaon for your ice maker keep a distance of 150mm from other objects at the top, back and each side. Please do not install the ice maker near an oven, radiator, or other heat source.
Before using the ice maker for the rst me, please wait 2 hours aer posioning it, and keep the front lid open for at least 2 hours.
- You must conrm that the voltage indicated on the ice maker corresponds with the voltage in your home.
o Pure water may not be used with this unit, spring water is recommended.

• OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 1.

• Open the lid and ll the water reservoir with water.
  o Note: Make sure the water level is not over the ice collecting tray.

STEP 2.

○ Connect to the power.

STEP 3.

○ Select desired ice cube size by pressing 'SELECT'
Note: Please select the (S) when ambient temperature is below 15° C. When the ambient temperature is higher than 30° C, large ice cube sizes are recommended.

STEP 4

• Press 'START' buon to turn unit on. The ice maker begins to work.
  Note: For the rst three cycles, the ice may be small and irregular in size.

STEP 5

If the 'ADD WATER' icon is red and you hear the tone 'DI', then take out the basket and add water - same as in step 1.
Note: If no water is pumped up to the water tray over two cycles but there is sucient water in the water tank, then please open the drain cap, and let some of the water run out.

STEP 6

• If the 'ICE FULL' icon is red and you hear the tone 'DI DI', please take out the ice with the scoop.
  Note: When the ice collecng tray is full please remove the ice immediately, Do not allow the ice collecng tray to overll.
• You must press 'STOP' then the 'START' buon to restart the ice maker aer you add water or take out some of the ice.

STEP 7

o Press the 'STOP' buon to stop the machine.

STEP 8

- Remove the drain plug to drain the remaining water from the water reservoir. Screw the drain plug back in place aer the water has been drained.

- CARING

- Clean the inner liner, ice collecng tray, water box, ice shovel and evaporator frequently. When cleaning, unplug the unit and remove the ice cubes. Use a diluted soluon of water and vinegar to clean the inside and the outside surface of the ice maker. Do not spray ice maker with chemicals or diluted agents such as acids, gasoline or oil. Rinse thoroughly before starng.

- Keep venlaon openings in the appliance enclosure, or in the built-in structure, clear of all obstrucons. Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosng process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

If the machine is reused aer a long me, it may be that the water pump cannot pump sucient water due to the air inside, in this case the ADD WATER icon will light up. To correct this press the START buon again, then the machine will work normally.

To ensure the cleanliness of the ice cubes, the water in the water reservoir should be replaced every 24 hours.

If the compressor stops for any reason such as water shortage, too much ice, power o, etc... do not start the system right away, wait 3 minutes, and then re-start the ice maker.

○ Always change with fresh water before starng ice producon at initial installaon or after long shut-o periods.

○ Auto clean funcon if the unit is not used for a long me, before use, plug the unit in rst, and then press the "ON/OFF" buon for 5 seconds, the unit will clean itself (all icons illuminate every 5 seconds, pump takes in water 5 mes, for 30 seconds each me)

- TROUBLESHOOTING

Please note, if a power failure occurs because the power cord has been disconnected, or the "o" power buon has been pressed during an ice making cycle, small ice chips may be formed and may lodge in the automac shovel causing it to jam. If this occurs, the ice chips may be removed by disconnecting the power cord and gently pushing the shovel to the rear of the cabinet and removing the ice chips, then restarng.

Please restart the ice maker by pressing the STOP buon and then Start. If the ice shovel does not push the ice into the ice collector aer the formed ice has dropped from the evaporator nger and at the same me the M light is ashing, then check to see if the water tray is horizontal or level, if not then adjust by pressing the ice shovel lightly with your nger. Then re-start the ice maker.

Problem	Possible Cause	Suggested Soluons
The compressor works abnormally with a buzzing noise	The voltage is lower than recommended	Stop the ice maker and do not restart unl the voltage is normal.
Water shortage indicator light is on	1. The water reservoir is empty2. The pump is full of air	1. Press the stop buon, ll with water, wait 3 minutes and press the start buon to restart. When the water has reached the ll line, the ice maker will restart automacally.2. Open the drain cap, and let several drops of water drain out.
Indicator lights on display are not on	Blown fuse/ No power	Replace fuse / Turn power on
The ice cubes are too big and pieces sick together.	The temperature of the water in the water reservoir or the ambient temperature is too low	Stop the machine and reset the ice making cycle. Restart the machine aer turning it o.
Condions for the ice making cycle are correct but no ice is coming out.	Refrigerant leaks / Sealed system is blocked	Call for service
The lights indicang ICE FULL and ADD WATER come on at the same me.	Water tray is blocked by ice cubes	Clear the ice cubes under the ice shovel to pull out the plug and insert it again then press the "START" buon, two minutes later the machine will restart automacally

• DISPOSAL

For proper disposal, the unit is to return to the dealer, the service agent or the company Rotel AG.

D/F/I/E

• 2 JAHRE GARANTIE

• 2 ANNÉE DE GARANTIE

• 2 ANNI DI GARANZIA

• 2 YEARS WARRANTY

o Garaneverpichtung

○ Warranty commitment

We commit ourselves to repairing this device for free provided it has been handled properly and a failure has occurred within the period of warranty. We repair all defects caused by material or manufacturing faults. The warranty will be performed by repair or replacement of defective parts at our discretion. A warranty does not cover damage due to parts worn-o and damage and defects that occur due to improper usage, treatment or maintenance (particularly calcicaon and commercial use). A warranty will only be granted if the warranty card showing the date of purchase, dealer's stamp and signature or the purchase receipt together with the device is sent to the relevant service staon (see address below). Returns are to be made in the original package. Transport costs will be borne by the purchaser. Please do not forget to state your address and, should the error not be obvious, include an explanaon together with your parcel.

Servicestaon:

Service après-vente: Rotel AG