Product review (1 stars): But what is worse is the MOLD
So...I bought this ice maker after looking at several units on Amazon. First, as others have noted the ice does melt unless you get it out right away. But what is worse is the MOLD. I don't need 20 lbs of ice a day, so don't use this constantly. I'd put it on at night when I got home and wanted ice water or chilled drinks, and then shut it off until the next night. And then after a few nights I noticed mold on the handles of the ice basket. And that it was also in the bottom of the machine near the water uptake/pump. So I drained the water, cleaned the machine, and assumed something had fallen in and was more careful just to empty the basket. I've kept an eye on it and regularly cleaned it. Well today, maybe 6 weeks after purchase, I inspected in and found mold up in the ice making unit where no human contact is as well as the basket and bottom of the water basin AGAIN. I would never have seen the mold in the top, I just happened to notice as the mechanics worked to fill the ice bin. I'm just filling this with bottled water. It should not be a health hazard. I'm disgusted I was drinking ice from this machine last night:( I'd avoid this, I feel lucky to not have gotten ill (or have I, I had a bout of "tummy issues" out of nowhere a week ago...ewww...)