Hoshizaki DCM-271BAK Cubelet Ice Machine with Water Dispenser
- Ice Maker
- 286 pounds
- Stainless Steel
- 154 pounds
A compact push-button dispenser for steady but modest daily ice and water demand, best suited to low-traffic counters rather than continuous bar or restaurant use.
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Overview
The Hoshizaki DCM-271BAK is a self-contained countertop cubelet ice machine that dispenses ice or water at the push of a button. It produces up to 286 lbs of nugget-style ice per day and holds up to 10 lbs in its built-in bin, suited to low-volume, point-of-use setups.
Cubelet ice sits between a crushed cube and a nugget, softer than a standard ice cube and quick to chill drinks. This model can sit directly on a counter or pair with the optional SD-271 stand, and the stainless steel body plus ADA-compliant controls make it a fit for breakrooms and small service counters rather than high-traffic bars.
- Up to 286 lbs of cubelet ice per 24 hours
- 10 lb built-in storage bin (0.3 cu ft)
- Push-button ice and water dispensing
- Stainless steel exterior with removable drain pan grate
Who it's for
Suits offices, medical waiting rooms, small cafes and any spot that needs on-demand ice and water without a large storage reserve. Not sized for restaurants or bars pulling ice continuously through a shift.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Push-button ice or water at point of use
- Fits on a countertop, no separate bin needed
- Automatic hourly purge cycle for cleanliness
- ADA-compliant control layout
- Only 10 lbs of built-in ice storage
- Needs an optional stand for non-countertop placement
- No listed water filtration included
Performance notes
The unit runs on air-cooled, environmentally friendly R290 refrigerant and produces up to 286 lbs of cubelet ice in 24 hours. Its Advanced CleanCycle24 design runs a two second purge every hour to flush the ice-making circuit, and the removable spout is designed to come off for hand cleaning between services.
Specifications
| Brand | Hoshizaki |
|---|---|
| Model | DCM-271BAK |
| Capacity | 286 pounds |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Item Weight | 154 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 24.2 × 16.6 × 31.7 inches |
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How it compares
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|---|---|---|---|
| Hoshizaki DCM-271BAK Cubelet Ice Machine with Water DispenserThis product | - | - | 2.7 / 5 |
| FRIGIDAIRE EFIC128AMZBLK Compact Countertop Ice MakerFrigidaire | 4.4 / 5 | 16,910 | 4.3 / 5 |
| EUHOMY Nugget Ice Maker CountertopEUHOMY | 4.4 / 5 | 4,660 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the Hoshizaki DCM-271BAK
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How much ice can the Hoshizaki DCM-271BAK produce per day?
Up to 286 lbs of cubelet nugget-style ice in a 24 hour period, with up to 10 lbs held in the built-in storage bin at a time.
Can this ice machine dispense water too?
Yes, it has push-button operation that dispenses either ice or water, with 10-1/4 inches of cup clearance under the spout.
Does the DCM-271BAK need to sit on a stand?
No, it can be placed directly on a countertop, though Hoshizaki also offers an optional SD-271 stand for other placements.