Ice Cream Machine Cleaning Guide

Phase 1 01 / 04

Drainage & Pre-Rinsing

Step 1: Empty Remaining Product Turn off the cooling/freezing mode on the control panel. Press the Auto Clean button to activate the beater and dispense all remaining ice cream mix into a clean container for disposal or refrigeration.

Step 2: Warm Water Flush Pour lukewarm water into both hoppers until full. Run the Auto Clean mode for 3-5 minutes. Place a bucket under the dispensing nozzle, pull down the draw handles, and drain completely. Repeat this process until the water drains out completely clear.

Phase 2 02 / 04

Disassembly & Component Sanitizing

Step 3: Power Off & Dispensing Door Removal Turn the main power switch off and unplug the machine. Unscrew the four plastic hand knobs holding the front dispensing door. Carefully remove the dispensing door, beater shaft, and scraper blades.

Step 4: Soak and Brush Components Prepare a sanitizing solution in a clean sink using warm water and commercial food-grade sanitizing powder. Remove all rubber O-rings and gaskets from the door and beater assembly. Soak all detached components (handles, door, O-rings, beater) in the solution for 15-20 minutes, using detailed brushes to clean all gaskets, slots, and inner ports.

Phase 3 03 / 04

Reassembly & Sanitary Lubrication

Step 5: Apply Food-Grade Sanitary Lubricant Once all parts are fully dry, apply a thin film of FDA-approved food-grade sanitary lubricant (such as Petrol-Gel or Sani-Gel) to all O-rings, draw valve slots, the door gasket, and the rear seal of the beater shaft. (Note: Lubrication is critical to prevent leaks and protect parts from friction wear).

Step 6: Reinstall Shaft and Front Door Carefully slide the beater shaft with its rear seal back into the freezing cylinder, rotating it slightly until it clicks into the gear assembly. Mount the front door, tighten the four plastic knobs in a cross-diagonal pattern to ensure even sealing pressure, and insert the draw valves and handles.

Phase 4 04 / 04

Final Sanitization & Startup

Step 7: Final Sanitizing Rinse Plug the machine in and turn the power switch back on. Fill the hoppers with a fresh batch of sanitizing solution. Turn on the Auto Clean cycle and let the beater rotate for 5 minutes to sanitize the interior cylinder walls. Dispense/drain the sanitizing solution completely. **Do not rinse with water** after draining, as this introduces potential tap water contaminants.

Step 8: Machine Ready to Freeze Let the remaining sanitizer residue drip drain for 2-3 minutes. Close the draw handles. The cylinder and hoppers are now 100% clean and sanitized. Pour in your fresh liquid soft serve mix and press the Freeze/Auto button to start ice cream production.

Machine Cleaning Guide

Interactive Checklist Progress

Drainage & Pre-Rinsing

Disassembly & Component Sanitizing

Reassembly & Sanitary Lubrication

Final Sanitization & Startup

Cleanliness Ensures Perfect Taste