How Often Should An Ice Machine Be Serviced?

Keep reading, because we’ll discuss the importance of regular maintenance and share how often you should service your commercial ice machine.

If you think you don’t have time to clean your ice machine, think again! Routine service and maintenance is a small investment of time and money that pays off big in the overall health and longevity of your restaurant equipment.  

You see, regular preventative maintenance goes a long way in ensuring that your ice machine functions correctly and produces clean, crystal-clear ice. Creating and sticking to a regular maintenance schedule lowers the risks of unplanned outages and breakdowns, saving you money on expensive repairs down the road. 

In general, your ice machines should be serviced every six months. However, in high-volume kitchens or if your machine is experiencing performance issues, we recommend scheduling a service call sooner rather than later. 

Frequent use of your ice machine can lead to mineral or calcium buildup and other impurities, which can ultimately reduce your ice machine's efficiency. Routine service calls will identify and address any issues, which will ensure that your ice machine runs optimally and produces quality ice, for longer periods of time.

In between service times, there are some general tips to keep your ice machine running smoothly. Consistently wipe down the machine, and check that any air filters are free of dust and buildup. This is especially important if your machine is installed in a kitchen where flour or oil is carried in the air (think bakeries, pizza kitchens, or kitchens that make a lot of fried foods). Your ice maker filter will need extra attention in these spaces to prevent buildup. 

Consider using an ice maker cleaning solution to keep your equipment running smoothly in between service calls. A cleaner like the Nickel Safe ice machine cleaner is a non-foaming or fuming solution that removes scale from stainless steel and nickel-plated steel evaporator plates. 

Running a business is a huge responsibility, and you definitely don’t have time to worry about how to clean a commercial ice machine. That’s why hiring a professional who cleans ice machines in Memphis is a smart business move that saves you time and money. 

At Memphis Ice Machine Company, we help businesses avoid costly repairs with our Preventative Maintenance Program. When you enroll, you’ll choose your preferred maintenance schedule. We’ll show up on time to clean and service your ice maker so you won’t have to give your equipment a second thought. 

Don’t wait until something goes wrong with your ice maker to call a service tech. Take a proactive step toward your restaurant equipment and set up a regular maintenance and cleaning schedule. You’ll be glad you chose to prevent costly breakdowns and business losses down the line! 

For MidSouth restaurants, Memphis Ice Machine Company is your trusted full-service distributor of new and used ice machines, ice machine parts, professional service, and expert repairs. Contact us today to get a quote or ask a question!