DCS Outdoor Ice Machine Right-Hinge 15-Inch in Stainless Steel - 71603 provides clear, cube-shaped ice for built-in outdoor applications. It requires a drain for proper operation; a pump is not included with the unit.
Decide between clear ice (melts slower, better for whiskey) and nugget/pebble ice (chewable, better for soft drinks). Built-in models require drainage, while portable ones are manually filled. Available from $5,149.
Ice makers run continuously and use significant electricity. They require regular cleaning and filter changes to prevent mold and ensure good-tasting ice.
Common Failure Modes
Mineral scale buildup causing seized pumps or frozen evaporator coils is the primary failure mode. Mechanical components in the harvest cycle frequently jam.
Decide between clear ice (melts slower, better for whiskey) and nugget/pebble ice (chewable, better for soft drinks). Built-in models require drainage, while portable ones are manually filled.
Portable ice makers last 3-5 years. Undercounter units last 5-10 years.
The DCS 15-inch Outdoor Ice Machine is available at abt, starting at $5,149.
Ice makers run continuously and use significant electricity. They require regular cleaning and filter changes to prevent mold and ensure good-tasting ice.
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