Cleaning Your Countertop Ice Machine

When it comes to ice makers nothing beats having your own, a good portable ice maker not only comes in handy when it's hot but also whenever you are entertaining company.

A large or small gathering, adults or children, an ice machine can be very helpful saving you not only time but also money.

No more purchasing ice at the convenience store or the gas station. Modern portable ice machines are sleek and well designed.

They are small and compact and are available in a multitude of colors, it's easy to choose one that will fit in no matter what your decor.

When it comes to set up it's very simple, just unpack, plug in, fill with water and it's ready to go, you can use your ice maker wherever power is available.

These portable units may be small but their ice output is not, they are able to produce up to 28 lbs of bullet shaped ice cubes every 24 hours.

The ice is available in three different sizes small, medium, and large. Some machines can even produce the cubes in other shapes.

Ice machines are energy efficient, lightweight, and durable. They are also very convenient and affordable, with a little care you will be making ice for some time to come.

Really the only thing you will need to do is periodically clean your machine, just like you would anything else around your home.

Cleaning your portable ice maker is a simple easy thing. We walk through all of the steps at http://www.icemakermania.com/articles/clean-your-portable-ice-maker/ but we will outline the steps here.

The first step of course is to empty the unit of any ice that may be left in the machine.

Then unplug it from the power supply, now you are ready to begin the cleaning process. Remove the ice tray by pulling out from the inside, for most units you just unhook and remove.

Wipe the interior of your machine using a soft cloth, you can if you wish put 2 tbsp of vinegar on your cloth to ensure a good cleaning make sure to do the whole inside.

Using the vinegar can also help remove any excess calcium that may have built up by running hard water through the machine.

Now you can turn your attention to the tray, clean the tray exactly as you did the inside of the unit making sure to remove any build up, you may use vinegar on the tray also.

You are now ready to put your machine back together, simply replace the ice tray back in the unit then you are ready to begin the next step.

Run your machine a couple of cycles with a little vinegar or lemon juice added to the water, this will ensure your machine is totally clean.

Empty the water from your unit and run a cycle or two using warm water, this will remove any vinegar taste or impurities left in the unit.

You can if you wish use the above mentioned method when you first purchase your ice maker to help remove any plastic taste that may be present in a new machine.

Clean the exterior of the unit using a soft cloth and warm water and then dry, now you are done and in no time at all you have made your machine just like new again.

A Portable Magic Chef Ice Maker Review

Portable home ice makers have become a must have for people who entertain. The convenience of these machines can not be denied, they save you time and money.

No more filling ice cube trays and waiting for them to freeze. No more rushing to the gas station or convenience store to purchase more ice in the middle of your party.

With their modern looks and sleek designs they can fit in with any decor.

The Magic Chef ice maker is ideal for any modern kitchen with its shiny stainless steel exterior. Today, we provide you with an overview of what this portable ice maker has to offer. You can read our full in-depth review on our website by clicking this link: http://www.icemakermania.com/magicchef/magic-chef-mcim22tw-portable-ice-maker-review/

If stainless steel is not what you are looking for this great unit is also available in white and a beautiful vibrant shade of red that's sure to impress your guests.

It has a see through window on top so you can monitor production. Needs no special plumbing, has an exterior drain and uses very little electricity.

This machine is capable of producing up to 27 lbs of fresh bullet shaped ice cubes in a 24 hour period, that's a lot of ice, it also gives you a choice of 2 different cube sizes.

Production is very fast, it produces 9 ice cubes per cycle, each cycle takes approximately 7 minutes, with ice being produced at this rate you should never run out.

The Magic Chef ice maker is a compact ice machine measuring 14.1 x 9.5 x 12.9 inches, this makes it easy to fit into any small area, such as a home bar or even an RV.

If you are concerned about the weight of this ice maker don't be, it weighs only 17.8 lbs. This makes it extremely portable, so you can easily move it to any area you wish.

For instance say you are holding an outdoor gathering, then going back and forth to the kitchen for ice can become tiresome, just lift up your machine and place it on your deck for easy accessibility.

Another plus is the fact you can place this unit anywhere you have an electrical outlet, you can take it to the cabin or on a boat, the office or your travel trailer the list is endless.

The ice maker can conveniently store 1.5 lbs of ice, the easy to read digital control panel will indicate when the storage container is full and needs to be emptied.

For extra large gatherings it's a good idea to start the ice making process early, this way each time the storage container fills you can remove the ice to food safe bags and keep in your freezer till needed.

The Magic Chef ice maker is perfect for any gathering, such as a summer barbecue, pool party, summer weddings, graduation parties and any other summer gatherings.

Also it's use is not limited to summer there's plenty of other times it comes in handy, thanksgiving, Xmas, birthdays, anniversary's any time you serve drinks this unit will come in handy.

This product is simple to use, easy to clean and produces enough ice to keep all your guests drinks cool. For your convenience it comes with an ice scoop and a users manual, a great product.