Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Tis The Season For Price Increases

Like other industries, food service equipment manufacturers don't hesitate to take increases at the beginning of the year.  Manitowoc had an equipment price increase on December 1st, 2012 and will be having an ice maker parts price increase effective January 1st, 2013.

These Manitowoc price increases in the food service division are not a set percentage.  Instead, parts and equipment both vary on the increase amount, depending on the product.  It's important to stay up to date when quoting out long jobs and confirm with dealers how long their quotes are good for.

As for preparing for the upcoming parts price increase, it's recommended that you stock up on parts known to cause issue in the coming year.  For example, having a spare water inlet valve, dump valve, or ice thickness probe is good insurance for quick repairs.

For equipment preparation, I'm afraid that time has already passed, but there are still deals to be had.  Check with your vendor to see if they have any old inventory, to negotiate past the recent price increase.  Even a few percentage on a couple thousand dollar machine can mean big savings.

In closing, Merry Christmas from those of us at Commercial Ice Talk!  We look forward to working within the industry in the upcoming new year.

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Free Manitowoc Ice Service Manuals

We created a post on how to purchase Manitowoc Service Manuals for as little as $10 each, which would get you a physical copy to keep in your tool box.  These manuals were the same books that professional services technicians and even the techs at the factory keep to help diagnose and repair Manitowoc ice makers.  But in this post, I'll show you how you can download the exact same book, updated, for free directly to your computer.

Step 1. Navigate your browser to http://manitowocice.com.



Step 2. Scroll down to the center Downloads section of the website, as illustrated below.


Step 3. Use the drop down arrow to select Service Manual under Document Type.


Step 4. After choosing Service Manual, then select the model number of the ice maker that you are looking for the service tech manual for.


Step 5. Select the document type, based on the language you want the tech manual translated to.


Step 6. Click on the Download button, which will state the manual size in parenthesis.  You can choose to open this within your browser or save it to your hard drive to open later with your PDF reader of choice.

You will need a PDF viewer like Adobe to view the downloaded service technician handbook.  Adobe PDF Viewer is available for free, via download here. http://get.adobe.com/reader/

If you have any questions, please let me know in the comments section.



Monday, November 12, 2012

Scotsman Under New Ownership

It's official, Scotsman has been sold to the Ali Group for a whopping $575 million.  Ali Group, an Italian company, will be taking over the 800 Scotsman employees and adding to their portfolio of foodservice equipment.  This is in addition to Ali's already 7,000 employees based in 24 countries.

The Ali Group will be adding Scotsman ice machines to their already impressive model line up, which include brands like Beverage-Air, Amana, and Victory.  Their foodservice line covers equipment in cooking, bakery,  meal delivery, refrigeration, washing, ice cream, beverage, contracting, and distribution services.

For more information visit Ali Group website. http://www.aligroup.it/Default.aspx?alias=www.aligroup.it/eng

Ali Group Purchases Scotsman

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

The Big 3 Ice Machine Manufacturers

When it comes to commercial ice machines, the majority of the market share is split between 3 large manufacturers.  Manitowoc, Hoshizaki, and Scotsman lead  the way for providing quality and lasting commercial ice makers.  Yes, there are smaller providers, but in no way can they compete on the quality and reliability that these three produce.

Manitowoc has the largest market share, as of this posting, with over 40% of the US market in commercial ice maker sales.  It's obvious why, as they lead with the highest quality and longest lasting ice machine on the market.  Although typically priced slightly higher than Hoshizaki or Scotsman, the savings pays off over the life of the machine.  Manitowoc is easier to work on, costs less to maintain, and generally lasts longer than other ice maker manufacturers.

Commercial Ice Machines
Hoshizaki is the second largest provider of commercial ice machines in the US.  They are a Japanese based company, with 2 offices and manufacturing facilities in Georgia.  Hoshizaki ice machines are known for their stainless steel evaporators, which can be cleaned with almost any chemical and keep on working like brand new.  However, they are plagued by being inefficient and hard to clean.

Scotsman is the 3rd largest player in the commercial ice maker market.  They offer a quality machine at a discounted price, by providing machines on a slightly lower quality grade, with a lower price point.  Their latest series of ice maker, known as the Prodigy, aims to combat the perceived lower quality by using technology pioneered by Manitowoc.  Scotsman ice makers are also known to be much more energy efficient than their Hoshizaki competitor machines.

Overrall, going with any of he big 3 manufacturers of commercial ice makers will guarantee you have a good ice machine for your needs.  However, in terms of quality and reliability, Manitowoc has far and away passed the competitive field, so if you can spend a little more money, go with the Cadillac and buy Manitowoc.

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Manitowoc Ice Machine Troubleshooting

Manitowoc prides itself on having the easiest machine in the industry to work on.  They have taken this a step further with the new Indigo ice maker, which boasts updated safety controls and errors that read out in laymen terms.  Even though this commercial ice maker is easier to work on, you may still need help with the Manitowoc ice machine troubleshooting.  Thankfully there is a resource that can help you diagnose and pin point what ails your ice maker.

Ice Maker Parts Shop is a phenomenal source of Manitowoc ice maker parts and they provide a self help forum for ice makers.  This means you can sign up for free, ask a question about your ice maker, and get free support from other forum members and the team at Ice Maker Parts Shop.

Manitowoc Ice Machine Troubleshooting
The team at Ice Maker Parts Shop has extensive experience in the ice machine industry and can help troubleshoot most major brands.  However, they specialize in the Manitowoc brand, and can assist with troubleshooting everything from the latest Indigo Series, to the S Series, Q Series and older.  In addition, they offer service technician handbooks for $10 each, which can cover every troubleshooting need, no matter  the model number you are working on.

Please visit Ice Maker Parts Shop for Manitowoc ice machine troubleshooting needs.
Click here for all available Manitowoc service technician handbooks, which are used by the service department at the factory.

Thursday, October 18, 2012

New Ice Maker Tips

Looking to purchase a new commercial ice machine?  Well, you've got your work cut out for you, because you have a lot of options.  The big 3 ice maker manufacturers will sell you on their own brands benefits, but I want to look at some factors to consider, no matter what brand you choose.

What do you need, not what you want.

Consider advice from the professionals, nothing beats local service and having a service company make a local recommendation.  You may pay a premium, but having a professional look at your specific application is a great way to make sure that the ice machine you spend your money on, will actually work for you.  Saving money up front by buying online may catch up to you when you need to purchase a replacement or lose out on warranty due to improper installation.

What kind of condenser?

Commercial ice machines come with 3 different flavors of condensers.  Each condenser comes with it's own benefits, but not all will work in any situation.  For example, air cooled ice machines put out a lot of heat, so if it doesn't have room to breathe, it will not produce the proper amount of ice and will not be working efficiently.  A water cooled ice machine is more reliable, but will absolutely destroy your water and sewage bill, unless you have it installed on a water loop.  A remote ice maker eliminates both concerns, but requires a higher level of expertise to install, because the condenser is moved outside of the cuber head install location.

Am I getting all my ice maker warranty?

Ice machine warranties can vary, depending on brand and model number.  However, the main manufacturers all share a common set of rules.  For starters, the warranty will start from the date your ice machine is installed, not the date the machine leaves the warehouse.  So it's important to fill out that Warranty Registration card that comes with your ice maker, to ensure you are getting the maximum amount of coverage.

Typically if no registration card is filed, the warranty on file at the factory is the date it shipped out.  However, because ice machines can set in inventory at dealers and distributors warehouses, it may be easy to rob yourself of months of warranty coverage.  Save your paper work and fill out those warranty registration cards.

So remember, no matter which manufacturer of ice machine you purchase, Hoshizaki, Scotsman, or Manitowoc, cover your bases and make sure you are purchasing what you need and not what you want.  Its better to have too much ice now, than not enough later.

Thursday, October 11, 2012

Blown Fuse On Manitowoc Control Board


Why does the fuse keep blowing on my ice machine?  There are a number of reasons that the fuse on the control board of your ice machine is blowing.  However the most common reason is a leaking dump valve.

Typically a dump valve will leak out of the top, allowing water to come in contact with the terminal on the coil.  This will blow the fuse located on the Manitowoc control board.

To repair, simply replace the Manitowoc dump valve and then replace the blown fuse.  Manitowoc only makes two different types of dump valves, which come complete with valve and coil.  There is a 115v dump valve, part number 000001767 and a 208-230v dump valve, part number 000001768.

Both Manitowoc dump valves can be purchased from Ice Maker Parts Shop for $56.35 each.  IceMakerPartsShop.com ships every part same day, if the order is placed before 3:00 CST.  In addition, they only ship via UPS ground, to allow for faster transit times and tracking ability.  Fix that commercial ice machine yourself, buy Manitowoc replacement parts online at IceMakerPartsShop.com.

Thursday, August 16, 2012

Ice Maker Troubleshooting Help

Looking for help in troubleshooting your ice machine?  Ice Maker Parts Shop has just launched a new forum where anyone can register, ask questions, and provide feedback on anything ice machine related.

The ice maker help forums are designed for people to assist with people looking to self service their ice machines.  However, having 10+ years of experience in the industry, Ice Maker Parts Shop can help answer even the harder service side questions.  Keep in mind, this forum is not just for Manitowoc machines, but also for Scotsman, Ice-O-Matic, Hoshizaki, and other off brands.

Sign up is free, no purchase necessary to become a member today and start getting help on troubleshooting your ice machine.

Ice Machine Help Forumhttp://icemakerpartsshop.com/help-forum/


Thursday, August 9, 2012

0% Financing on Manitowoc

Manitowoc has announced that they are offering buyers 0% financing on all Manitowoc brands.  This obviously includes their ice machines and even products like reach-in's and walk-in's from their other manufacturing lines.  The zero percent financing on ice machines is good for 24 months and can be applied for on any purchases from now through December 14th, 2012.

Manitowoc provides a complete online savings calculator, along with online loan application.

Calculator - http://manitowocice.com/minisite/zero-percent-2012/calculator
Application - http://manitowocice.com/minisite/zero-percent-2012/apply

The 0% is not quite as appealing as it was when interest rates where above 9%.  But even comparing them to 2-3% interest rates the savings can add up for large purchases.  Save your cash flow, replace that much needed ice machine with 0% financing.


Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Manitowoc Recommended Truck Stock

Routinely Manitowoc will release a list of parts that they recommend all ice machine service companies maintain on their service vehicles.  These are typically the most common ice maker parts to fail, so will assist with fixing the problem on the first trip, as opposed to ordering and having to charge the customer a return fee.  Unfortunately, the truck stock list has a number of Indigo related parts, that  I would not normally recommend to people for stocking purposes or due to costs of keeping inventory.  Below is my recommended stocking list.

Water Inlet Valves
I would strongly recommend keeping 2 different ice machine water inlet valves in inventory.  The 115v, part number 000007965 and 208-230v, part number 000007966.  Both of these Manitowoc part numbers include the valve body and coil for a complete water valve change out.

http://icemakerpartsshop.com/000007965-manitowoc-115v-water-inlet-valve/ - $53.94
http://icemakerpartsshop.com/000007966-208-230v-manitowoc-water-inlet-valve/ - $53.94

Dump Valves
The dump valve on a Manitowoc ice machine can be problematic, as they tend to corrode and leak over time.  Typically this will lead to blown fuses and shut down the ice machine production.  Again, there are only 2 valves that I would recommend stocking, the 115 version, part number 000001767 and the 208-230v, part number 00001768.

http://icemakerpartsshop.com/000001767-manitowoc-115v-dump-valve/ - $53.13
http://icemakerpartsshop.com/000001768-manitowoc-208-230v-dump-valve/ - $53.13

Ice Thickness Probes
More often than not an ice thickness probe doesn't technically go bad.  Unless an ear is broken or the metal snapped, it's probably still good, just needs a thorough cleaning.  However, it's faster and usually cheaper to simply replace the dirty probe.  I'd recommend stocking the last 2 model Manitowoc ice machine thickness controls.  An ice thickness control for the S Series and Q Series and older, bother are single wire.

Please note that the ice thickness controls are not interchangeable, the S Series will not work in place of a Q Series or older and vice versa.  Also, please note that the latest Indigo ice thickness probe operates completely differently, relying on acoustic signals to initiate harvest.  As of now I would not recommend stocking one of these unless you own an Indigo machine.

Q Series Ice Thickness Control - $45.89
S Series Ice Thickness Control - $39.45

Magnetic Bin Switches
Lastly, the magnetic bin switch is a must have part on any refrigeration service man's truck.  Again, I can only recommend stocking two different types of bin switches, one for the Q Series and older and one for the S Series ice machine.  Please note that the part number has recently changed for the S Series, but are the same part.  Initially the S Series bin switch was a 2006819, but is now known as a 000007888.

23-0148-3 Bin Switch - $41.06
20-0681-9 Bin Switch - $21.74 (Also known as a Manitowoc part number 000007888.)

View the entire Manitowoc Recommended Truck Stock List, thanks to IceMakerPartsShop.com!

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Manitowoc Commercial Ice Maker NRA Booth

Below are a few pictures that I snapped at the 2012 National Restaurant Association show in Chicago.  Manitowoc had the largest commercial ice machine booth at the show, with Hoshizaki coming in second, then Scotsman, and finally Ice-O-Matic.  However, as far as straight ice machine lineups, Manitowoc had the largest by far, with Hoshizaki only showing off 2 of their makers.

Manitowoc Ice Maker Lineup At NRA

Manitowoc Booth @ 2012 NRA

Manitowoc Banner Lineup at 2012 NRA

Friday, May 4, 2012

Manitowoc At NRA Chicago

NRA 2012 starts tomorrow in Chicago, where all the big restaurant equipment manufacturers will be showing off their equipment.  Starting tomorrow May 5th and stretching into Tuesday May 8th, this show covers the latest in advancements in food service technology.  In attendance of course will be the big 3 in ice machine manufacturing, Manitowoc, Scottsman, and Hoshizaki.

Manitowoc usually has a great turn out, showcasing their latest tech and this year the focus will be on the Indigo Ice Machine.  This new model from Manitowoc features 24 hour monitoring, new efficiency improvements, LCD display, and some awesome accessories that will save the restaurant owner money.

Other announcements from Manitowoc at the 2012 NRA include:

  • Undercounter machines now capable of producing regular sized ice cubes.
  • New Kitchenconnect tech.
  • New flaker and nugget ice machine sizes.
  • Mention of R290 refrigerant for ice machines built for European markets.
  • Duratech covering technology.
  • New RNS prototype ice machine stand.
  • Also, stop by their booth for samples of Manitowoc nugget ice.
Check back to this blog soon for pictures from NRA 2012.

Thursday, April 19, 2012

Nugget Ice May Not Be For You

nugget ice
Nugget Ice
Nugget ice is marketed as a soft, chewable pellet.  It's appeal comes from those who primarily like to eat their ice, instead of have it just cool a drink.  Possibly one of the more popular places to enjoy nugget ice is at Sonic chain restaurants.  It's popularity is real, but nugget ice may not be the best option for your business.

Consider this, nugget ice is a very wet ice and is produced much differently than conventional cubed ice.  A wet ice is more difficult to produce and requires a special evaporator, to extrude the ice.  This special evaporator is shaped like a spiral, forcing the water up through the evaporator, chilling it as it goes, and extruding it out enough to cut.

The ability to spiral ice requires a very strong motor and gear box assembly.  The evaporator is often times under enormous strain, compounded by being dirty and lack of maintenance.  It becomes problematic when the evaporator can no longer turn, eventually breaking some component within the ice machine.  Often times the motor and gearbox will break down, leaking oils and grease into the ice.

Most nugget ice machines require complete break down and cleanings at least once a quarter.  The cleanings are much more involved, compared to how to clean other ice machines.  Most of the time a professional technician is required, which is costly.  Failure to clean regularly will result in breakdowns.  Compared to traditional cube ice machines, which would simply shut down until cleaned.

Replacement parts for nugget ice machines can cost twice as much as their cuber counter parts.  A motor and gear box can easily reach $800 or more.  Nugget machines also cost more up front, require higher maintenance costs, more expensive replacement parts, and actually come with shorter warranties.


  • Higher up front cost.
  • Higher maintenance costs.
  • More expensive replacement parts.
  • Shorter warranties.


Please keep this in mind when deciding to purchase a nugget ice machine.  Unless you are in an industry that requires nugget ice, like the medical field, or as a luxury item, nugget ice may not be for you.

Sunday, March 11, 2012

Manitowoc Ice Machine Technician Factory Service School Info

Did you know that Manitowoc provides training at the factory, to properly diagnose and repair their ice machines?  These schools are for service technicians who are already trained in refrigeration and maintain an EPA card, amateurs need not apply.

The service school is a week long event, where technicians are provided with all the information necessary to improve the speed and completion of their ice machine maintenance.  Manitowoc provides literature, tools, and ice machines that they can simulate problems with.  This allows the technician to learn in a controlled environment, guided by Manitowoc factory service reps.

Tuition for attending the school is $795, which would include lodging.  Please see the registration form below for more information.


Wednesday, March 7, 2012

How To Look Up Manitowoc Parts Online

It's not always convenient to call the factory, be put on hold, or wait for a call back.  Thankfully, Manitowoc Ice has placed all of their parts breakdowns online in PDF format, so parts research can be done on your own.

All ice machines are listed directly on their website, no matter how old or what type.  This article will walk you through the steps of looking up your own ice maker parts, so that you can make an educated decision when ordering ice maker parts online.

1. First, point your browser to ManitowocIce.com



2. Next, scroll down to the bottom of the page.  Here you will see in the center, a Literature Tab, with a Downloads label.

3. Here you will use the first drop down menu to select 'Parts/Catalog List'.



4. After selection the second drop down menu will become active, allowing you to select the model of Manitowoc Ice maker you are looking to do parts research on.

5. Last, after choosing your model number, the 3rd drop down menu will become active, where you can select the exact model number of the machine you are looking parts up for.

6. Finally, a download button will become active.  Clicking this will take you to the PDF document with a complete parts break down for your Manitowoc ice maker.

I would recommend viewing Manitowoc parts breakdowns with either Adobe Reader software or Foxit.  If you have any questions, our good friends at Ice Maker Parts Shop are happy to help with parts research.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Manitowoc Ice Machines Manuals for Service Techs

There are many different Manitowoc ice makers on the market and even more different methods to diagnose and repair.  It’s impossible to remember everything, that’s why professional service technicians use the help of a book, known as a Service Tech Handbook.  The manual is treated just like any other tool, like a screw driver, this book should be on you anytime you work on an ice machine.

Unlike the information found in an installation use and care manual, Service Tech Handbooks go into detailed maintenance information.  In addition to covering proper installation techniques, details on line sizes, temperature requirements, and operation details are included.  Each technician handbook comes with all the information you need to properly diagnose an ice maker.  These same books are the same ones used in house by Manitowoc service reps, to help diagnose machines over the phone.

Many of the most common problems associated with faulty ice makers can be solved with simple flow charts.  These charts, included inside each handbook, provide step by step processes to follow.  By filling in the information asked, the chart points you to the problematic ice maker part.

Just looking for refrigeration pressures or even basic cycle times?  Manitowoc service manuals provide all the details you need, covering varying temperature statistics, wiring diagrams, and sequence of operations.  All of the information included in the manual was written and designed by Manitowoc Ice.  The information is guaranteed to be accurate and relevant to the ice maker series you purchased.

Most Manitowoc ice maker boards provide simple safety limit codes, to help in the diagnosis.  However, the codes are not always readily explained, these Service Tech Handbooks solve that problem.  Each handbook covers what the safety limit means, what could have caused it, and ways to fix it.

Ultimately, a Service Tech Handbook is the secret weapon of the foodservice repair industry.  Professionals that would charge upwards of $80 or more per hour to repair your ice maker, turn to the help of a Manitowoc Service Manual.  Whether you have a water, electrical, or refrigeration related problem, these manuals will help you get your ice maker back to peak performance.


Find Manitowoc Ice Machines Manuals for just $10 each at IceMakerPartsShop.com.

Download free KoolAire Service Technician Handbooks from Ice Maker Parts Shop.

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

What's Not Covered Under Ice Machine Warranty

If you've purchased a new ice machine, chances are that brand comes with a new warranty as well.  Currently, the commercial ice machine landscape has competitive warranties.  For example, Manitowoc Ice offers 3 years parts and labor on the entire machine, along with an additional 2 years parts warranty on the compressor and a total of 5 years parts and labor on the evaporator.  But that doesn't mean every problem you experience with your ice maker is covered under warranty.

The warranty information, found in the Installation Use and Care Manual of an ice machine, states that normal maintenance is not covered under warranty.  Unfortunately, most ice machine problems arise from failure to do normal routine maintenance.

Cleanliness is the #1 reason ice machines fail or break.  Dirty probes cause the board to misread, leading to a failure to produce ice.  A call to your local service company will fix the problem, but this is not an issue covered under warranty.

If a dirty ice maker is the #1 reason for failure, installation issues would rank as #2.  For example, an ice machine installed with water lines that are too small.  If an ice maker is starving for water it will not produce ice properly and eventually shut down on a safety limit.  Or, if an air-cooled ice maker is installed in a location with poor air flow, the ice maker will shut down on high head pressure.  These are not things covered by warranty and should have been addressed by the person installing the ice machine.

Things to check before placing a service call under the assumption that it will be covered under warranty:
  • Is it dirty? Inspect all sensors for scale build up or mold on the plastic and metal parts.
  • Was the unit installed properly?  Make sure the ice maker has proper air flow and has a constant water supply.
  • Ask the dealer you purchased the machine from if it would be covered.  Most ice maker equipment dealers will be happy to answer questions about the warranty on your new ice machine.
  • Check your warranty.  Time flies when you are having fun and so does the warranty on your ice machine.  Some manufacturers provide online tracking of your warranty, look it up before calling for service.

By providing the service company or manufacturer with your model and serial number you can verify the warranty on your ice machine.  But be warned, warranties vary from company to company, along with install location.  Most home installs have a shorter warranty period than commercial installs, even if the ice makers are the same models.

Thursday, February 2, 2012

Why Are Some Ice Cubes Hollow

A typical problem with commercial ice makers is that the quality of ice can change over time. Cleanliness, quality of ice maker parts, and quality of water can all affect how the ice turns out. Bad ice is usually referred to as hollow ice or cubes that don't seem to completely form properly.  These types of ice chip easily and even cause problems with the ice maker's operation.

The ice thickness control is the ice machine part that tells the board when to initiate harvest.  If the ice thickness control or ice probe is set to thin, it will cause a premature harvest, which would then lead to hollow cubes.  Freeze cycles can also vary, so consult your ice makers installation use and care manual on what thickness  the ice probe should be set at.  Manitowoc ice makers recommend an ice thickness probe be set at at an 1/8th of an inch.

Like a premature harvest a long harvest can also cause hollow cubes.  Consider this, if the ice maker is not harvesting properly, the ice will simply hang on the evaporator.  The cubes will eventually melt off of the evaporator and fall into the bin.  Long harvests are most commonly indicated by a dirty ice machine.  Minerals and scale build up will hold the ice onto the evaporator, forcing the slab of ice to melt partially before harvesting and falling properly.  Solution, thoroughly clean your ice machine.

Monday, January 23, 2012

Ice Maker Water Filters, Reduce Maintenance Costs

Keeping your commercial ice maker clean is a proven method to reduce maintenance and service costs.  Having an ice machine on a regular cleaning schedule will help, but part of your plan should include an ice maker water filter.  Properly treating water before it enters your ice maker will help limit the amount of scale build up, thus lowering cleaning times and saving on preventative maintenance costs.

A proper ice machine water filter system will not only filter out particulates, but also treat the water for scale.  The best water filters will include a chemical called siliphos, which is a chemical that reduces scale, without affecting water taste or odor.

In addition, ice machine water filters, like those made by Arctic Pure, also reduce chlorine, taste, and odor.  This treatment of the water will make your drinks taste better and keep customers happy.

Be sure to purchase a filter that contains siliphos, filters particulates down to 1 micron, and has enough capacity to treat the water consumption needs of your maker.  Improperly sizing your water filter system will lead to costly early change outs and poor performance.  Please see the filter systems below to properly size an Arctic Pure Water Filter System for your commercial ice machine.

AR10000 For 0-600lb Per Day Production Ice Machines

AR20000 For 600-1000lb Per Day Production Ice Machines
AR40000 For 1000 + lb Production Ice Machines

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Manitowoc Parts

Looking for Manitowoc parts at a low price, with reliable shipping options?  Look no further than Ice Maker Parts Shop, which specializes in Manitowoc parts and exceptional customer service.

Ice Maker Parts Shop is able to sell Manitowoc parts at a low price and ship the same day in most cases, because that's all they focus on.  With years of experience in the restaurant equipment industry, specifically ice makers, they know how important your ice maker is to your business.  That's why all parts on their website are in stock, ready to ship the same day, if ordered before 3:00 CST.

To keep things simple, only the most common components are listed for sale.  This allows for a cleaner and simpler user experience.  Every item found at Ice Maker Parts Shop can be installed by almost anyone, no refrigeration license required.

Let's look at the most common Manitowoc parts available:

76-2781-3 Ice Thickness Probe - Just $45.89
115v Manitowoc Pump - Just $216.38
115v Water Inlet Valve - Just $53.94
115v Water Dump Valve - Just $53.13

This is just a small sample of Manitowoc parts available at Ice Maker Parts Shop.  There are many more ice maker parts available on site or by request.  Simply email sales@icemakerpartsshop.com to get a custom quote and special discounts on bulk orders.