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The Newair 26 lbs. Countertop Nugget Ice Maker brings your beverages to their refreshing best while maintaining a small countertop footprint. This portable model is lightweight enough for travel, making it ideal for a trip to the lake house or on a road trip in the RV. The Newair Portable Pellet Ice Maker makes a non-stop supply of the good ice that you crave: clean, pure, and perfectly shaped for crunching on when your drink is gone. The small design takes up very little counter space while still providing 26 lbs. of fresh, clean-tasting ice each day and exclusive Matte Black finish will enhance any kitchen decor. Enjoy a full basket of nugget ice and use the easy-pour waterspout to refill the water tank without the mess of removing your ice. This space-saving ice machine is perfect for everyday use.
  • Key Specs
    • Color Finish: Black stainless steel
    • Product Height: 12.7 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 11 1/3 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 8 2/3 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Daily Ice Production: 26 pounds (Maximum quantity of ice that can be produced within 24 hours.)
    • Ice Storage Capacity: 26 pounds (Maximum quantity of ice that can be stored in the appliance’s designated storage compartment(s).)
  • General
    • Brand: NewAir
    • Model Number: NIM026MBN0
    • Product Name: 26 lb Countertop Nugget Ice Maker with Self-Cleaning Function, Ice Scoop and Basket
    • Color: Black
    • Color Finish: Black stainless steel
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 12.7 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 11 1/3 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 8 2/3 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 18.7 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Capacity
    • Daily Ice Production: 26 pounds (Maximum quantity of ice that can be produced within 24 hours.)
    • Ice Storage Capacity: 26 pounds (Maximum quantity of ice that can be stored in the appliance’s designated storage compartment(s).)
  • Ice & Water
    • Ice Maker Ice Form: Nugget, Nugget, Nugget
    • Water Source: Reservoir
    • Drain Required: false
  • Filter Info
    • Water Filter: false (Filters work to remove contaminants from the water before it freezes, which may result in cleaner and better-tasting ice cubes. Filters also promote the longevity of the appliance by reducing mineral and scale build-up.)
  • Features
    • Ice Maker Type: Countertop/portable
    • Self-Cleaning: false
    • Ice Scoop Included: true
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • Chemical Disclosures: Chemical Disclosures (The disclosure of Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) and/or other chemicals.)
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 year
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 year
  • Other
    • UPC: 810028286665

The Newair 26 lbs. Countertop Nugget Ice Maker brings your beverages to their refreshing best while maintaining a small countertop footprint. This portable model is lightweight enough for travel, making it ideal for a trip to the lake house or on a road trip in the RV. The Newair Portable Pellet Ice Maker makes a non-stop supply of the good ice that you crave: clean, pure, and perfectly shaped for crunching on when your drink is gone. The small design takes up very little counter space while still providing 26 lbs. of fresh, clean-tasting ice each day and exclusive Matte Black finish will enhance any kitchen decor. Enjoy a full basket of nugget ice and use the easy-pour waterspout to refill the water tank without the mess of removing your ice. This space-saving ice machine is perfect for everyday use.

  • Get the good ice all day long: The good ice. Chick-fil-A ice. Sonic ice. Whatever you call it, you know it's the best — and now you can enjoy perfect nugget ice any time you like.
  • Clean, pure taste: Say goodbye to musty, freezer-burned ice forever! The self-cleaning function makes the Newair Countertop Nugget Ice Machine much easier to clean than a standard refrigerator ice maker – and ensures your ice never adds an off-flavor to your drink
  • Fast and convenient: This nugget ice maker produces fresh pieces of nugget ice within the first 10 minutes, while the removable ice basket and scoop make it a snap to serve and store as much ice as you want.
  • Space-saving design: The 26-pound Newair Countertop Sonic Ice Maker fits on standard countertops with room to spare. With its exclusive Matte Black finish and large ice viewing window, this stylish ice maker complements any kitchen decor.
Whats Included
  • Ice Maker
  • Ice Scoop
  • User Manual
  • Registration & Customer Service Slips
  • Quick Start Guide

Q: Is the ice maker noisy?

A: Not extremely noisy.

Q: How does the self-cleaning work? Is there a button to push? How long is the cleaning process?

A: Thank you for contacting Newair! You will need to hold the ICE/CLEAN button for 5 seconds to start the 15-minute cleaning process. Best Regards, Customer Care

Q: Does the warranty cover the inside surface wearing off? The inside has areas of rough surface that looks stained and looks dirty but won’t wash or wipe off.

A: Thank you for contacting Newair! I do apologize for the inconvenience you are currently facing with your unit. If you need any further assistance with your unit or have any questions please give us a call at 855-963-9247 select customer service. Best Regards, Customer Service

Q: How much water does the reservoir hold?

A: Hi there, Thank you for contacting Newair. The product water tank Capacity 34 OZ/1.1L. Best Regards, Customer Care

Q: Does this have a water line in option

A: Thank you for contacting Newair. This ice maker does not have a water line feature and requires to be filled manually. Best Regards, Customer Care

Q: Will the ice maker continue to make ice during the day. Also does it have a timer to start it each day

A: It will continue as long as there’s water. The ice melts if not removed, then continues the cycle. I make enough for the day then unplug it.

Q: Does the melted water from the ice get reused to make the next batch of ice or does it have to be emptied out?

A: Thank you for contacting Newair. The icemaker recycles the water from the melted ice. Best Regards, Customer Care

Q: Once Ice is made will it maintain the frozen status or must you remove and freeze immediately.

A: We have used ours for Sunday fun day for the summer, with up to 26 people. We have used it both ways. Keep making ice and use right out of the machine, and bag.

NewAir - 26 lb Countertop Nugget Ice Maker with Self-Cleaning Function, Ice Scoop and Basket - Black

Model: NIM026MBN0
SKU: 6543690
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Customers commend the 26 lb Countertop Nugget Ice Maker for its ability to produce chewable nugget ice. However, several customers express dissatisfaction with the noise level of the machine during the ice-making process, describing it as "beyond loud" and "incredibly loud." Additionally, some customers raise concerns about the ice production capacity of the machine, stating that it falls short of the advertised 26 pounds per day.

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Ice Quality, SizeEase of use, Size, Ice Making Speed, Noise Level, PriceThere were no pros for this productIce Quality, Ease of use, Water Tank, Design, Cleaning
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