A seafood restaurant in Mexico, owned by Carlos, needs a lot of ice every day to keep seafood and drinks cold. The local power grid often fails. His old ice maker stopped working during blackouts. He needed a solar ice maker that does not depend on the grid. After comparing several options, he chose our freezer and bought 5 units.
Carlos said, “Before, every blackout meant closing the shop. Now the ice keeps coming, five machines have run for 4 months with no trouble, and my electricity bill is half of what it was. I have already told two other restaurant owners about this machine. They are thinking of buying one too.”
Direct DC Drive The input voltage range is 10–50V DC, so it works with different solar panels.
Smart 3‑Way Power Switching The built‑in controller switches automatically between solar, battery, and AC power. During the day, solar runs the unit and charges the battery. At night or on cloudy days, it switches to battery.
Strong Cooling in High Temperatures With a high‑efficiency DC compressor and improved heat dissipation, the unit keeps -18°C even when the outside temperature reaches 45°C.
What size solar panels and battery do I need for each machine?
Each unit uses about 150W when running. We suggest two 450W panels and one 200Ah/12V battery. If you need 24‑hour operation, adjust the battery size based on your local sunshine hours.
Do I need a professional electrician to install it?
We provide an installation manual and video in English and Chinese. Most people can follow the steps and connect the wires.
What is the warranty and after‑sales support?
The whole unit has a 1‑year warranty, and the compressor has 3 years. We offer remote diagnosis and repair guidance. Spare parts can be shipped quickly with replacement instructions.
Can I run all 5 units from one solar system?
You can build a large central system, but we recommend separate small systems for each unit. That way, if one fails, the others keep running. It also makes troubleshooting easier.
What if there are several cloudy days in a row?
If your battery bank is large enough, it can run for 1–2 days. For longer cloudy periods, you can switch to AC power or a generator. The machine accepts 220V input and detects the source automatically.
Foodline is a comprehensive machining manufacturer established in 2015. We offer a complete range of products, all of which are exported. As a factory-direct supplier, every piece of equipment undergoes rigorous testing before shipment. Our product line includes solar-powered horizontal freezers, cold storage units, ice block machines, flake ice machines, tube ice machines, and more. They are suitable for restaurants, convenience stores, supermarkets, and mobile vendors. Please contact us for a free quote and customized solutions if you have any needs.
