Scotsman ECM 177 AS OX Medium Gourmet Cube Ice Machine, Drain Pump

Specifications from the Moffat Australia ECM 177 AS OX spec sheet.

The Scotsman ECM 177 AS OX is a self contained ice maker that makes up to 83kg of clear medium gourmet cubes a day at 21°C, or 64kg at 32°C, into a 48kg built in bin. It has a drain pump, so it doesn't need a drain lower than the machine, and the XSafe natural sanitation system. It still plugs into a standard 10A power point, and sells for $4,880 ex GST. Scotsman ice makers are distributed and serviced in Australia by Moffat, with a 3 year parts and labour warranty.

Best for: pubs, clubs, function rooms and busy restaurants that want clear gourmet cubes, use around 60 to 80kg of ice a day, and want a big bin to ride through the rush.

ECM 177 AS OX overview

The ECM 177 AS OX is the biggest 680mm wide Scotsman gourmet machine. Next to the ECM 127 AS OX it makes 9kg more ice a day and holds 9kg more in the bin, for $430 more. It stands 70mm taller to fit the bigger bin.

If you need a lot more ice, the ECM 207 AS OX makes up to 150kg a day in a low 1250mm wide cabinet, and the ECM 227 AS OX makes up to 160kg a day into a 70kg bin, 1078mm wide. Both are $5,990.

How the ECM 177 AS OX makes ice

The ECM 177 AS OX uses Scotsman's horizontal evaporator spray system. Water sprays up into cups on the underside of the evaporator and freezes in layers. Minerals and air stay in the water that doesn't freeze, so the cubes come out clear and hard and melt slowly in a drink.

Each cube is a 20g gourmet cube, 30mm across and 34mm high. Agion Technology in the machine resists the growth of microbes and the development of odours.

XSafe puts an LED UV light in the bin. The light turns the air in the bin ozone rich, and that air works its way through the ice and the whole bin, killing 99% of known viruses and bacteria and cutting down mould, mildew, yeast and slime. The ozone stays in the air, not the water, so there is no taint in the ice. It makes no heat and no noise, and has no moving parts. Read more in our XSafe guide.

Progressive Water Discharge pumps the leftover water out through the drain hose, up to 15 metres. That means the machine doesn't rely on gravity, so the drain can be higher than the machine or further away.

Which gourmet ice maker do I need?

All four are self contained Scotsman medium gourmet ice makers with a built in bin, drain pump, XSafe, 10A plug in and 3 year Moffat warranty. The difference is output, bin size and footprint.

Simple to run

The ECM 177 AS OX runs on simple electromechanical controls, so there is very little to go wrong. A light on the front panel comes on if the machine is due for routine maintenance. The condenser air filter pulls out from the front for washing, so the machine stays where it is. The disappearing bin door opens out of the way and closes softly on a damper.

Warranty and support

3 year parts and labour warranty, backed by Moffat Australia with on site service Australia wide. It covers faults in parts and workmanship under normal commercial use. Routine cleaning, descaling and filter maintenance aren't covered. See all Scotsman ice makers or read our warranty page.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the ECM 177 AS OX and the ECM 127 AS OX?
Same 680mm width, 20g medium gourmet cube, drain pump and XSafe. The ECM 177 AS OX makes up to 83kg a day at 21°C against 74kg, holds 48kg in the bin against 39kg, and stands 1079mm high against 1009mm. The ECM 127 AS OX is $430 cheaper.

Should I get the ECM 177 AS OX or the ECM 207 AS OX?
The ECM 207 AS OX makes nearly double the ice, up to 150kg a day, but needs 1250mm of width. It is only 809mm high, so it suits a spot where height is short and floor space isn't. The ECM 177 AS OX fits in 680mm, holds 48kg against 50kg, and is $1,110 cheaper.

Does the ECM 177 AS OX have a drain pump?
Yes. The drain pump is built in. Scotsman calls it Progressive Water Discharge, and it pumps the water out through the supplied drain hose up to 15 metres. You don't need a floor waste lower than the machine.

How much ice does the ECM 177 AS OX make?
Up to 83kg a day at 21°C air with 10°C water, and 64kg a day at 32°C air with 21°C water. Use the 32°C figure if your kitchen or bar runs hot in summer. The 48kg bin refills as you use it.

How much room does the ECM 177 AS OX need?
It stands 1079mm high on its legs, 680mm wide and 600mm deep, so it won't go under a bench. Leave 150mm clear at the back and both sides so the machine can breathe. It runs in air temperatures from 10°C to 43°C.

Do I need a plumber or electrician to install the ECM 177 AS OX?
No. It plugs into a standard 10A power point and connects to a cold water tap with the supplied water hose. The supplied drain hose runs to a floor waste or drain.

What water and drain connection does the ECM 177 AS OX need?
A ¾ inch cold water connection with water between 5°C and 38°C at 100 to 500kPa. The drain pump, or pump out drain, moves water up to 15 metres through the drain hose, so the drain can be higher than the machine or further away.

What is XSafe?
XSafe is Scotsman's natural sanitation system. An LED UV light in the bin makes the air ozone rich, and that air kills 99% of known viruses and bacteria through the ice and bin. It doesn't filter your water or stop scale, so you still need filtered water, descaling and a full bin clean from time to time. Our XSafe guide covers it in full.

How do I look after the ECM 177 AS OX?
Pull the condenser air filter out from the front and wash it regularly, more often in a greasy or dusty kitchen. A light on the front panel comes on if the machine is due for routine maintenance. Have a technician replace the XSafe LED every 12 months so it stays covered by the warranty. Regular cleaning and descaling are part of normal maintenance and aren't covered by warranty.

What comes with the ECM 177 AS OX?
The machine comes on legs, with a removable air filter, an ice scoop, a water hose and a drain hose.

Do you have scratch and dent ECM 177 AS OX machines?
Sometimes. Moffat occasionally has units with freight damage or ex-display stock at a lower price. It comes down to availability, so ask us if you want one.

Contact

Phone or Text: 0412 034948
Email: sales@eattucker.com

3 year parts and labour warranty, backed by Moffat Australia with on site service Australia wide. Covers faults in parts and workmanship under normal commercial use. Routine cleaning, descaling and filter maintenance aren't covered.