This is my second big outdoor kitchen build-out. Originally I wasn't going to get another icemaker this time around, but I found that I missed it too much. My previous outdoor icemaker was a great KitchenAid. Really nice (and pretty pricey).
I found this one on Amazon and read the reviews. Overall positive so took a chance. Glad that a I did. Hookup was easy and worked right away. This, despite the fact that my deck in California is in the direct sun and this unit is on the outer edge (in the sun all day where temps can be well over 100 degrees on the deck). I was worried about the high temps but, so far, no problem. Manual says operating temps up to 100 degrees. I say it can do more! Nice stainless enclosure as well.
As others have noted: the ice comes off in small sheets vs. cubes. Buy a metal ice scoop to help break them up. The only (small) issue is: a sheet lying on a tray is what causes the maker to think it is 'full'. If you break the ice up, you can easily get twice as much ice in the hopper. So if you have a big party coming, break up the ice a few hours early and let the machine keep rolling.
Overall a great buy and glad I did it!
Pro tip: when you are buying fittings to connect it to an outdoor water outlet, make sure they are human-safe (meaning they have no lead in the copper). No use poisoning yourself when you are enjoying all that great ice!
Contains at least 50% recycled material.
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Recycled Claim Standard (RCS Blended) certified products contain recycled content (>50%) that has been independently verified at each stage of the supply chain, from the source to the final product. The purchase of Recycled Claim Standard (RCS) certified products demonstrates demand for recycled materials. Climate Pledge Friendly requires the product contain at least 50% certified RCS Blended material by weight.
Certification Body
Intertek
Certification Number
TE-00323316
