Model: KUID318SPS
from $2,558
The KitchenAid Automatic Ice Maker is an 18-inch wide appliance designed for convenient ice production in both home and office settings. Featuring a PrintShield Stainless Steel finish, this unit resists fingerprints and can be installed as a built-in or freestanding appliance, with leveling legs for stability. It offers a 35 lb. storage capacity and measures 34.37 inches in height and 25.63 inches in depth, providing a reliable source of ice for everyday needs.
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 $2,558.
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 KitchenAid Automatic Ice Maker 18 Inch Wide, PrintShield Stainless Steel is available at ajmadison, abt, pcrichard, starting at $2,558.
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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