{"product_id":"hoshizaki-dkm500bwj","title":"Hoshizaki DKM500BWJ 30 inch Crescent Cuber Icemaker with up to 540 lb Daily Production, 140 lb Capacity, Water-Cooled, CycleSaver, in Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe DKM500BWJ produces approximately 540 lbs of Crescent Cube ice daily and features a built-in dispensing system with 140 lbs of insulated storage, ensuring a steady supply of ice. This commercial water-cooled icemaker boasts a unique one-piece dispenser design, simplifying installation and maintenance. Its quiet operation makes it ideal for hotels and similar settings, with ADA-compliant ice dispensing height. The user-friendly mechanism dispenses clean, individual ice cubes at the push of a button. The CycleSaver design promotes easy maintenance and extends the unit's lifespan. The DKM500BWJ requires a single-phase, 115v\/60\/1 electrical connection and must be hardwired on-site. For more details, please consult the Specification Sheet. Rated per AHRI Standard 820(I-P).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIce dispensing height is ADA compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCycleSaver design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eENERGY STAR qualified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree Years: Parts \u0026amp; Labor warranty on entire machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive Years: Parts warranty on Hermetic compressor, air-cooled fin and tube type condenser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy should you buy Hoshizaki\n\nIM500SAB?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Ice Production Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDelivers consistent crescent ice output ideal for commercial demands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater-Cooled Efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEnsures reliable performance even in high ambient temperature areas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Storage Bin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIntegrated bin keeps ice clean, accessible, and ready for use anytime.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCycleSaver Design Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nReduces energy and water usage while maintaining optimal ice production.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Stainless Steel Build\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLong-lasting construction designed for heavy-duty commercial use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Maintenance \u0026amp; Cleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRemovable components and smart alerts simplify upkeep and servicing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions by Customers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of ice does this machine produce?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt produces signature crescent-shaped ice cubes that melt slowly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this unit suitable for hot environments?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, the water-cooled system performs efficiently in warmer spaces.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it include a storage bin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, it comes with a built-in storage bin for convenience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow energy-efficient is this model?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCycleSaver technology helps reduce water and energy consumption.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs maintenance complicated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo, it features easy-to-clean parts and maintenance alerts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is this icemaker best used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIdeal for restaurants, bars, hotels, and commercial kitchens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePros\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Ice Production Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nProduces up to ~540 lbs of ice per day, ideal for high-demand use \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Built-in Storage Bin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nStores around 140–200 lbs of ice, ensuring continuous availability \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater-Cooled System (Quiet \u0026amp; 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