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Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Q: Is the front of this machine white or stainless steel in color?
A: This Manitowoc 53 pound Self-Contained Cube Ice Machine (SM-50A) has a stainless steel front, sides and top.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Q: What size ice cubes does this machine produce? Can you describe "octagonal" ice cubes, I am unfamiliar with that term?
A: The ice cubes produced by the Manitowoc (SM-50A) - 53 Lb Self-Contained Cube Ice Machine are octagonal, which are slightly bigger than a standard cube and shaped like a shot glass or top hat. The diameter of the cubes is approximately 1 ¼” and they are approximately 1 1/8” tall. The octagonal ice cubes melt slowly and look very unique in cocktails.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Q: Is the door on this unit reversible? Is there a drain pump included with the ice machine? How should the evaporator be cleaned and how often?
A: The door on this Manitowoc 53 Lb Self-Contained Cube Ice Machine (SM-50A) from the SM 50 Series is not reversible. A drain pump is not included for the ice machine, but one is available from FSW. Manitowoc recommends that the evaporator on this self-contained machine be cleaned every six months. To clean the evaporator, simply mix 16 ounces of the Manitowoc cleaner (also available from FSW) with a gallon of water then put this mixture in a spray bottle and spray the evaporator. Then scrub the evaporator with a nylon bristle brush. There are detailed instructions on how to clean the evaporator included on this Manitowoc machine.
Monday, September 13, 2010
Q: The door is not reversible. However, can it be purchased to open from the opposite side?
A: You are correct. While the door of the Manitowoc (SM-50A) - 53 Lb Self-Contained Cube Ice Machine - SM 50 Series is not reversible the manufacturer's spec sheet states that "Unit ships with hinge on right, easily changed to left during installation." Therefore the door should be able to be adjusted to open from the opposite side.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Q: Can this unit be purchased with a black front?
A: Unfortunately the Manitowoc SM-50A is only available with the stainless steel door.