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Opal Nugget Ice Maker

$449.99

GE Profile

Enjoy chewable, nugget-style ice that’s designed to chill drinks quickly while keeping the ice’s flavor in a way traditional hard cubes may not. This GE Profile countertop ice maker produces crunchy pellets from compacted flakes, making it a convenient choice for everyday beverages as well as quick snacking. With rapid ice production and a 3 lb capacity in the removable drawer, you can keep fresh ice on hand without frequent refills. The large capacity water tank helps extend time between fills and supports up to about 1.6 lb of fresh ice per hour, depending on conditions, so you’re less likely to run short during busy moments. The unit is built to work with an attached water supply, helping…

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Product details
Ice Type
Nugget, Compacted ice flakes
Production Capacity
1.6 pounds of ice per hour
Storage Capacity
3 lb.
Installation Type
Countertop
Daily Production Rate
38 Pounds of Ice Per Day
Bin Capacity
3 lb.
Cycle Time
10 minutes or less (first batch)
Depth
15.5 in
Height
17.25 in
Width
14.25 in
Portable
Yes
Top Use Cases
Sodas, Cocktails, Other beverages
Typical Environments
Various locations in the house
Water Filtration System
Capable of using Opal Taste and Odor Filter, Capable of using Opal Scale Inhibiting Filter
Weight
51 lb. (Approximate Shipping Weight)
Voltage
120V AC
Wattage
360 W
Frequency
60 Hz
Material Finish
Black Stainless Steel
Interior Material
Clear plastic (drawer front)
Noise Level
39 dBA
Key Features
Recirculating melted ice back into the water reservoir, Automatic ice maker that refills when ice is running low
Control Type
Electronic
Remote Access
Yes
Supported Protocols
Wi-Fi