Maintaining Your Commercial Ice Cream Machine

Summer is upon us and while some might argue that ice cream can be enjoyed year round, those of us in the food industry know that ice cream consumption increases significantly during the summer months. Parents take their kids out after a ball game, couples share a feast during the night, and overall, people just enjoy ice cream during the summer heat. Can you blame them?

If your commercial kitchen, shop, or restaurant uses a commercial ice cream machine, now is the time to make sure you understand and prioritize the maintenance of all necessary equipment. As the heat rises, so will your ice cream sales. There's nothing worse than not having the food or drink everyone orders!

With an Ice Cream Machine, there are a few simple steps you can take to maintain its performance. Not only will regular cleaning and hygiene ensure food safety for everyone who enjoys your delicious frozen treat, but it will also help your appliances last longer. However, before you begin any type of cleaning or maintenance, be sure to review the machine's owner's manual for the Ice Cream Machine Manufacturer recommendations on inspection, disassembly, cleaning, sanitizing, etc.

Tips for Maintaining Your Ice Cream Machine

• Inspect the inside of the unit for debris
• Check drive belt and adjust or correct tension level
• Make sure the drive pulleys are aligned correctly
• Maintain sufficient air flow through the coil
• Clean the coil of any build-up including oil, grease, lint and dust
• Completely disassemble and clean the machine 2x a week (more if necessary)
• Reimburse parts as they show signs of wear and tear

If you follow these easy steps, as well as the Ice Cream Machine Manufacturer suggestions for maintenance, your ice cream machine can last anywhere from 10-20 years. However, some problems can arise with commercial ice cream machines that are left out of normal maintenance or regular service. Refrigeration failure can be fixed for a long time with professional service, but it may cost you less to replace your machine.

It's smart to have a few extra commercial Ice Cream Machine parts on hand, just in case. Parts such as O-rings, seals, gaskets, sleeves, bushings and beater blades are great pieces for back up. With short brakes, you may not need a service call if you have the right hand side. For larger issues like the ones we mentioned above, it's best to call a certified technician for assistance in resolving the problem.

What Is the Difference between A Commercial and Home Ice Cream Machine?

Commercial machines have a built-in freezer. Many home machines only provide a motorized paddle and a bowl that need to be kept in the freezer for at least 8 hours before use.

Warranty - The Ice Cream Machines we sell come with a 1 year onsite warranty as standard for customers. Report any problems with the machine and a certified engineer will be ready to repair the machine within 48 hours. Making sure you won't be without it for long.

Capacity - Commercial machines tend to have larger capacities than domestic versions. Home ice cream machines may be able to meet the needs of a small family, but will never be able to produce enough to satisfy a restaurant.

Speed ​​- Commercial machines produce delicious gelato in minutes instead of hours. The built in freezer can thaw a mixture far faster than it can rely on residual cooling of the frozen bowl.

Multi Function - At the touch of button commercial Ice Cream Machine can be set to make both hard and soft ice cream, gelato, granita, sorbet, frozen yogurt, among other consistency. The ability to control various cooling and mixing rates contributes to this.

Density Control Switch - All Coldtech machines come with a density control switch that stops the motor and freezer when the density is too high. When the motor cannot turn the frozen pedal it stops the machine self-harming.