EFI IM-280 Cube Ice Machine 280 Lb Undercounter 26 Inches Wide

~~$5,045.00~~ $3,881.00

Standard Features

Corrosion resistant exterior
Door allows easy access to ice in the bin
Durable core micro-computer control system for quick and easy operation
A special built-in follow water type evaporator, increases the transparency and hardness of the ice
Special injection tank, simple and clean, nice heat preservation performance, effectively keeps ice more hard
Unique ice type gives a refreshing, crisp and clean tasting half cube sized ice
Easy to adjust the thickness of the ice depending on your requirements

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5-Year Compressor Warranty
2-Year Parts & Labor Warranty

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ETL Listed

Tested & certified by Intertek

ETL Sanitation

Sanitation certified

NEMA 5-15P

Standard electrical plug

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SKU: EFI IM-280

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Commercial Refrigeration • Canada Commercial Sales

Commercial Product Overview

Best for commercial kitchens needing reliable cold storage with consistent temperature control.

In a bar or café ice station, the model’s 26-inch format affects both access and placement. Canadian hotels and institutional foodservice building a bar or café ice station can consider the EFI IM-280 when they need to produce cube ice for beverage service and general foodservice use. Product fit is influenced by 26-inch format, 280-lb stated capacity, and undercounter footprint, rather than by cabinet type alone. The model belongs in a plan centred on ice availability, sanitary handling, and efficient beverage support.

Buyers should verify the specifications on this page to confirm dimensions, requirements, and installation compatibility prior to ordering.

Specifications FAQ

Brand: EFIModel: IM-280Category: Commercial RefrigerationPower Source: Electric

Commercial Grade Built for Daily Use Canada-Wide Sales

Spec-first confidence: verify fit, requirements, and compatibility before ordering.

Commercial intent: equipment listed for professional foodservice environments.

Ordering tip: match doorway/service access and confirm connections/clearances.

Consistent Cooling

Built for dependable cold storage in daily commercial service.

Storage Capacity

80 lbs / 36 kg capacity for organized workflow.

Commercial Build

Built for long-term reliability in demanding foodservice spaces.

Efficient System

R290 refrigerant.

Key Specifications

Essential fit, capacity, utility, and certification details.

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ModelIM-280

Capacity80 lbs / 36 kg

Fit CheckW 26.0" × D 27.0" × H 38.2"

Electrical110V / 60Hz

PowerElectric

CertificationsETL Listed; ETL Sanitation Listed

Key Benefits

Decision points for commercial buyers

EFI IM-280 keeps one clearly defined task within a planned station: to produce cube ice for beverage service and general foodservice use.
With 26-inch format, EFI IM-280 can be compared with the available space while accounting for service clearance.
The workflow around EFI IM-280 is strongest when the team can move produced ice into the service routine.
For a complete station, EFI IM-280 can be planned alongside Ice Machines and Ice Maker.

Buying Tips

Reduce ordering risk before checkout

Fit check: Width: 26.0" • Depth: 27.0" • Height: 38.2" • Weight: 147 lbs

The installation plan should account for daily and peak ice demand before delivery. Treat the EFI IM-280 as part of a working station rather than a stand-alone purchase. Confirm the route from receiving to installation, leave room for service clearance, and compare 26-inch format with the intended workload. The final review should include daily and peak ice demand, cleaning access, and any adjacent purchase from Ice Machines that affects staff movement.

Specifications

Commercial Equipment Specifications — Built for Fast, Accurate Buyer Comparison.

Core Product Details

BrandEFI

ModelIM-280

CategoryCommercial Refrigeration

Equipment TypeIce Machine

Fit & Dimensions

Width26.0"

Depth27.0"

Height38.2"

Overall Dimensions26.0" x 27.0" x 38.2"

Net Weight147 lbs

Gross Weight147 lb

Performance & Output

Capacity80 lbs / 36 kg

RefrigerantR290

Electrical / Gas Requirements

Electrical Requirements110V / 60Hz

Amperage8.8 A

Power SourceElectric

Build & Certifications

CertificationsETL Listed; ETL Sanitation Listed

Additional Specs

Bin capacity80 lbs / 36 kg

Ice production 24 hours280 lbs / 127 kg

Ice typeCube

Buyer note: Ensure your space, connections, and access points match this unit before ordering. Our team can help confirm fit and requirements to prevent installation issues and delays.

Why Buy From Us

The wider equipment plan should include a comparison with Ice Machines. Choosing the EFI IM-280 through Continental Restaurant Equipment keeps product selection, site-fit questions, and related-equipment planning with one Canadian supplier. For a bar or café ice station, that means the purchase can be discussed in terms of service clearance, daily and peak ice demand, and the actual service objective.

Related Categories

Explore compatible equipment groups and closely related commercial categories.

Ice Machines Ice Maker Undercounter Ice Makers Modular Ice Machines Commercial Ice Bins

Frequently Asked Questions

Which demand pattern matters most when sizing the EFI IM-280 for an operation during uneven service peaks?

Record the operation’s highest expected workload and how it arrives over time. For the EFI IM-280, the important questions are whether staff can produce cube ice for beverage service and general foodservice use, whether service clearance stays manageable, and whether the stated configuration suits the required pace. That makes 26-inch format a practical check for hotels and institutional foodservice working around service clearance.

Which part of the staff workflow should the EFI IM-280 support in a bar or café ice station during peak-period replenishment or production?

The workflow should move naturally toward and away from the EFI IM-280. In a bar or café ice station, staff should be able to move produced ice into the service routine without crossing unrelated traffic. Keep service clearance available so the station remains usable outside peak service as well. The site plan should therefore show where EFI IM-280 sits in relation to Ice Machines and the staff route through a bar or café ice station.

Which related categories are most useful when planning the EFI IM-280 around a workflow that requires staff to move produced ice into the service routine?

Start with Ice Machines for the closest category comparison, then review Ice Maker and Undercounter Ice Makers for adjacent equipment or alternative formats. Those links help buyers build a complete station around the EFI IM-280 rather than treating it as an isolated purchase. Before confirming the order, buyers should document how the model’s 26-inch format affects the task of produce cube ice for beverage service and general foodservice use.

Which clearances and access routes should be reviewed for the EFI IM-280 when the layout must preserve service clearance?

Confirm the receiving-to-installation route first. Then check floor or counter support, surrounding clearances, utilities, and the practical requirements for service clearance. Use the published data for the EFI IM-280, with 26-inch format included in the measurement plan. Before confirming the order, buyers should document how the model’s 26-inch format affects the task of produce cube ice for beverage service and general foodservice use.