Product review (5 stars): Great machine for what it is designed for.
I have had several of these machines. They work great but are not designed to make ice and keep it refrigerated. That being said, you can leave it and it will continue to make ice as it melts. I currently have 3 and they run 24x7 for our office and we have very little problems if any. Air & Water provide Excellent customer service should we have any trouble and it is good to get the extended warranty. We are very good about cleaning them regularly with vinegar and we only fill them with bottled water. They are very efficient, fast, portable and for the price you cant beat it.