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Polar C-Series Countertop Ice Machine 11kg Output

SKU: CH478

£151.00(£181.20 inc VAT)

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  • In the event of equipment failure any parts needed will be provided 1
  • In the event of equipment failure an engineer will be sent for an onsite repair 1
  • Equipment may be supplied with a moulded plug but may be more suitably connected to a fused spur

The Polar C-Series is a compact, manually filled countertop ice maker that produces gourmet bell-shaped ice. It sits on a worktop, requires no plumbed water supply, and operates by filling the internal 2-litre reservoir by hand. The ice collects into a removable 1kg storage basket inside the unit, making it straightforward to access and use during service.

With an 11kg daily output, this machine is best understood as a low-volume unit suited to quiet, steady demand rather than high-throughput service. It will keep a small drinks station or compact bar ticking over comfortably, but it is not designed to buffer against heavy back-to-back demand. The 1kg internal storage means ice should be used as it is produced — operators running busy services would find themselves drawing down the basket faster than it refills.

For the right environment, it offers some practical advantages:

  • No plumbing connection required — fills manually from any water source
  • Compact footprint suits tight back-bar or servery setups
  • Gourmet bell ice melts slowly, suitable for cold drinks and spirits service
  • Removable ice basket simplifies hygiene and daily cleaning
  • Lightweight unit is easy to relocate between service areas if needed

Installation is minimal. The unit runs from a standard 13A socket and requires adequate airflow around the casing to operate efficiently — avoid fitting it into an enclosed cabinet. As a manual-fill machine, it relies on staff remembering to top up the water reservoir; in a busy environment this can become a practical inconvenience worth considering before purchase.

This machine is best suited to small cafés, office kitchens, bed and breakfast operations, or low-volume bar setups where ice demand is modest and consistent. It is not the right choice for high-volume venues or anywhere that needs a continuous, unattended ice supply. For sites with greater demand, a plumbed or higher-capacity unit would be a more reliable fit.

If you are unsure whether the output matches your service volume, we are happy to talk it through before you commit to a purchase.

Frequently asked questions

Is 11kg of daily ice output enough for a busy bar or café?

For a low-volume operation — a small café, office kitchen, or B&B — 11kg per day is generally adequate. For a busy bar or anywhere serving a sustained volume of iced drinks, this unit is likely to fall short; a plumbed machine with higher daily output and greater storage capacity would be a more reliable choice in those environments.

Does this ice maker need to be connected to a water supply?

No — the C-Series is a manual-fill unit with a 2-litre internal reservoir. You simply lift the lid and top it up from any water source. This makes installation very straightforward, though in a busy operation it does mean staff need to monitor and refill the reservoir regularly to keep production running.

Where should this machine be positioned in a kitchen or bar?

It needs a stable, flat surface with clear airflow around the casing — avoid placing it inside an enclosed cabinet or directly against a wall with no ventilation gap, as restricted airflow will reduce efficiency. A standard 13A plug socket nearby is all that is required electrically.
Polar C-Series Countertop Ice Machine 11kg Output

£151.00(£181.20 inc VAT)

£151.00(£181.20 inc VAT)

The Polar C-Series is a compact, manually filled countertop ice maker that produces gourmet bell-shaped ice. It sits on a worktop, requires no plumbed water supply, and operates by filling the internal 2-litre reservoir by hand. The ice collects into a removable 1kg storage basket inside the unit, making it straightforward to access and use during service.

With an 11kg daily output, this machine is best understood as a low-volume unit suited to quiet, steady demand rather than high-throughput service. It will keep a small drinks station or compact bar ticking over comfortably, but it is not designed to buffer against heavy back-to-back demand. The 1kg internal storage means ice should be used as it is produced — operators running busy services would find themselves drawing down the basket faster than it refills.

For the right environment, it offers some practical advantages:

  • No plumbing connection required — fills manually from any water source
  • Compact footprint suits tight back-bar or servery setups
  • Gourmet bell ice melts slowly, suitable for cold drinks and spirits service
  • Removable ice basket simplifies hygiene and daily cleaning
  • Lightweight unit is easy to relocate between service areas if needed

Installation is minimal. The unit runs from a standard 13A socket and requires adequate airflow around the casing to operate efficiently — avoid fitting it into an enclosed cabinet. As a manual-fill machine, it relies on staff remembering to top up the water reservoir; in a busy environment this can become a practical inconvenience worth considering before purchase.

This machine is best suited to small cafés, office kitchens, bed and breakfast operations, or low-volume bar setups where ice demand is modest and consistent. It is not the right choice for high-volume venues or anywhere that needs a continuous, unattended ice supply. For sites with greater demand, a plumbed or higher-capacity unit would be a more reliable fit.

If you are unsure whether the output matches your service volume, we are happy to talk it through before you commit to a purchase.