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10-13-2016, 02:28 PM
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Portable ice maker
Anyone have any suggestions for a good dependable portable counter ice machine for a motorhome.
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10-13-2016, 02:32 PM
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Igloo Compact Ice Maker - Assorted Colors - Sam's Club
This thing ROCKS! I only had to buy 2 bags of ice while we were out over the course of 7 trips, both due to ice melting while we were driving to our destinations. Once the cooler has ice in it, this thing keeps very well....20+ pounds per day in 80 plus degree weather, more if its cooler. On my last trip, it was only about 60 degrees outside, and I didn't even start putting ice in the cooler until I started making it....by the next day, the cooler was full. Plus, for $10, they warrantied it for 3 years. One of my best purchases ever!
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10-13-2016, 03:30 PM
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I have the same one, works well. When it's hot out I try to feed it cold water and it make ice faster. Even at room temp it's pretty fast.
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10-13-2016, 03:49 PM
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We bought one from Kohl's called a Newair. It is very fast and makes 3 sizes of ice. We have had it for about 2 years with no issues. They have many colors to match if you like.
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10-13-2016, 06:53 PM
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Igloo from Sam's less than $90. On second year without problems.
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10-16-2016, 06:19 PM
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Had to replace one that quit working during a trip this year...I concur with others' recommendation on the Igloo from Sam's. Makes ice like a champ and is smaller & lighter than most. Just hope it it holds up. Great machine for the $$, so far.
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10-17-2016, 09:16 PM
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Igloo
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10-17-2016, 09:31 PM
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Cheapest $100 or less one you can find. They're all the same cheap Chinese crap.
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10-17-2016, 10:06 PM
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Cheap samsclub model lasted one season. Switched to a Koldfrpnt model which got great reviews.
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10-17-2016, 10:18 PM
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Does anyone know if they make portable one that can be hooked to an outside water source and store more ice in the reservoir?
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10-17-2016, 10:20 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ependydad
Cheapest $100 or less one you can find. They're all the same cheap Chinese crap.
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If you look closely at them, they are all the same except for the name on the front.
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10-18-2016, 07:51 AM
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I also have the Igloo from Sam's. 3 years..no problem! Important to always pull the plug to drain! Never empty by turning upside down! I also run vinegar water through it periodically since I do not use bottled water.
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10-18-2016, 08:43 AM
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We have the Dometic HZB-15S. We have been using it for over 4 yrs and has been trouble free. We take it with us in in our Coach and use it at home when needed. Was $199 which is a little pricey but would buy another one as it has worked so well for us. Good luck.
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02-08-2017, 09:33 PM
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Thread a little dated. But info still good. I'm also in the market for one of these, and came across this site. Might help in making a decision.
Best Portable Ice Makers 2016 - Top Picks
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02-08-2017, 09:45 PM
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Portable ice maker
Quote:
Originally Posted by JustB_Rad
Igloo Compact Ice Maker - Assorted Colors - Sam's Club
This thing ROCKS! I only had to buy 2 bags of ice while we were out over the course of 7 trips, both due to ice melting while we were driving to our destinations. Once the cooler has ice in it, this thing keeps very well....20+ pounds per day in 80 plus degree weather, more if its cooler. On my last trip, it was only about 60 degrees outside, and I didn't even start putting ice in the cooler until I started making it....by the next day, the cooler was full. Plus, for $10, they warrantied it for 3 years. One of my best purchases ever!
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My moms igloo is on its 3rd year and ours is at 18 months. Best $95 I have ever spent at Sam's.
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02-08-2017, 10:13 PM
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I want to find one that you don't need a water reservoir. I would like one that hooks up to an outside water source through a hose bib and can hold 3-5 lbs of ice.
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02-08-2017, 10:27 PM
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02-08-2017, 11:30 PM
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Thanks for the suggestions but am looking for a counter top model like this that has outside hookup.
https://www.amazon.com/Igloo-ICE103-...ker+countertop
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02-09-2017, 08:13 PM
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I don't THINK they make a self filling portable unit. Could be wrong. You could buy a small freezer and add an ice maker kit to it. Limitation to that is finding a kit small enough to go in freezer....
And find one of these that will fit and install...
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Put one of these in the reservoir for the water.
Just a thought.
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02-09-2017, 09:23 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dea49
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Could you make this one work?
https://www.amazon.com/NutriChef-Dig...9ecfbf4b9c9f9e
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