what kind of a rating would you give this ice maker?
1337616
This is kind of a mixed bag. It makes lots of ice and it makes ice fast. However, there is a design weakness in that if the ice sensor breaks off (easy to do). The unit stops working and as far as I can tell can't be fixed. If you get one, be very careful not to damage the ice sensor. Boudraux
776182
There are several different ice makers for kenmore refrigerators. If you use the correct replacement, it is fairly easy to replace. If you decide to buy a kit, make sure it is an installation kit and not a replacement kit
909000
Yes, it will run a frig with icemaker very well. Fan is loud. Just never counted on and off cycles.
1634687
From my point of view, it is more work than it's worth. All of my recipes are for 4 or 6 quart machines, so none will work with this unit. Purchased mixes don't taste as good to me as my homemade from scratch ones. No ice, no salt is true, but you have to freeze the insulated mixing bowl for a minimum of 12 hours before using it. 24 hours works better, and then refreeze the contents you don't use right away, in the bowl, so you can dispense them using the machine again. Plus, it's mostly plastic. If you drop it, it breaks and needs to be replaced. My opinion, stay with a 4 or 6 quart electric machine that lasts and produces more ice cream. From my point of view, it is more work than it's worth. All of my recipes are for 4 or 6 quart machines, so none will work with this unit. Purchased mixes don't taste as good to me as my homemade from scratch ones. No ice, no salt is true, but you have to freeze the insulated mixing bowl for a minimum of 12 hours before using it. 24 hours works better, and then refreeze the contents you don't use right away, in the bowl, so you can dispense them using the machine again. Plus, it's mostly plastic. If you drop it, it breaks and needs to be replaced. My opinion, stay with a 4 or 6 quart... » Read More From my point of view, it is more work than it's worth. All of my recipes are for 4 or 6 quart machines, so none will work with this unit. Purchased mixes don't taste as good to me as my homemade from scratch ones. No ice, no salt is true, but you have to freeze the insulated mixing bowl for a minimum of 12 hours before using it. 24 hours works better, and then refreeze the contents you don't use right away, in the bowl, so you can dispense them using the machine again. Plus, it's mostly plastic. If you drop it, it breaks and needs to be replaced. My opinion, stay with a 4 or 6 quart electric machine that lasts and produces more ice cream. « Show Less
405612
I bought it for my daugther's hirthday party, I crushed ice as i received request. The machine is pretty good, I'm not sure if the ice will hold for 3 hrs.
2215028
Hello, as it's just my wife and I, we only put in about 2-3 ice cubes to make enough for us. But I've seen her load it up for the grand kids, and she can get about 5 or 6 8oz paper cone cup sized snow cones. But you don't have to stop there, this thing will churn out all the ice you have in the house, and then some. This is a quality piece of equipment, and if you've got kids or grand kids, buy it with confidence. It works great. I also looked on line, and I don't remember, where as it was about a year and a half ago, but I also purchased spare blades. In summary, I paid about $125.00-$150.00 for it and I feel it is a was a good purchase. Good luck Hello, as it's just my wife and I, we only put in about 2-3 ice cubes to make enough for us. But I've seen her load it up for the grand kids, and she can get about 5 or 6 8oz paper cone cup sized snow cones. But you don't have to stop there, this thing will churn out all the ice you have in the house, and then some. This is a quality piece of equipment, and if you've got kids or grand kids, buy it with confidence. It works great. I also looked on line, and I don't remember, where as it was about a year and a half ago, but I also purchased spare blades. In summary, I paid about... » Read More Hello, as it's just my wife and I, we only put in about 2-3 ice cubes to make enough for us. But I've seen her load it up for the grand kids, and she can get about 5 or 6 8oz paper cone cup sized snow cones. But you don't have to stop there, this thing will churn out all the ice you have in the house, and then some. This is a quality piece of equipment, and if you've got kids or grand kids, buy it with confidence. It works great. I also looked on line, and I don't remember, where as it was about a year and a half ago, but I also purchased spare blades. In summary, I paid about $125.00-$150.00 for it and I feel it is a was a good purchase. Good luck « Show Less
121366
I had to order one from a separate vendor. I am glad I did. I bought a Arctic Freezer 13. It keeps the processor much cooler I have never seen my heat go over 80 f. It runs better. And quiet. But buy what you want.
1790967
it is "rated" for that, but mine burnt out out with only occasional continuous run in a small woodshop. I ended up getting the bigger wheelbarrow model and it's run perfectly for a couple years now.
719310
I am a camper myself so I hope I can help with your question. The instruction manual that came with the ice maker says it needs 1.9A for ice making and 2.7A for Ice-harvesting, at 115 vac. So if you are thinking of running it off of 12vdc, the current requirements would be about 10x the 115v amount plus the power to run an inverter, probably an additional 2 ADC, for a total of close to 30ADC, at times. The ice maker would run about 2 hrs on a large 12 volt battery. Practically, you would need a campsite with 120V power.
414044
It's not as loud as a blender. On a scale of 10, and 10 being a blender, it's probably a 6 or 7. You are supposed to put a tray of ice inside, but we found a whole tray didn't fit. So maybe minus 2 or 3 pieces.
1817342
One other thing. I returned the Whynter ice cream maker since it was not working properly. The better ones that I know of in the $200+ range are the Breville and Cuisinart compressor ice cream makers. Both have extensive reviews.
1270478
The new ice maker should not do that, I installed one and it worked perfectly and cranked tons of ice. You do need to make sure it is plugged in properly and there is no damage to the power cable or connectors. I think I left my old cable and reconnected it to the unit and it worked fine.
1498891
Hold approximately one gallon of water , which makes alot of ice. The ice maker will indicate when more water is needed by displaying a red light.Than just pour in more water til the light goes out. Hope that was helpful. Enjoy your portable ice machine.
609352
It is standard household current. And WELL worth the money! Love my little ice cream maker, use it lots! I know other people have complained, and perhaps the quality control at Hamilton Beach is spotty. Make sure that the dish is no longer icy cold before washing it in hot soapy water. Maybe the sudden change in temperature is harmful?
541440
I believe I read in the description section that it was the upgrade model from the old model. I installed it & I have not had any leaks or complaints about bad tasting ice. It works!
2062573
I bought this for mine and it works ok. The ice maker is a bit weak but it keep my food frozen and the other side cool.
1937639
I would not recommend it. The instructions state specifically for home use only. It is a wonderful ice cream maker and I highly recommend it for home use.