Manitowoc IYT-0500A Indigo NXT Half-Dice Ice Machine – 550 lb, Air-Cooled, 115V

Manitowoc IYT-0500A Ice Machine – 550 lb Indigo NXT Half-Dice Head

The Manitowoc IYT-0500A ice machine is a 30-inch, self-contained ice-maker head from Manitowoc’s flagship Indigo NXT series, engineered to deliver up to 550 pounds of half-dice cube ice every 24 hours. It produces a clear, hard half-dice cube measuring 3/8″ x 1-1/8″ x 7/8″ — a versatile shape that cools drinks fast, displaces well in a glass, and works equally well for soft drinks, cocktails, salad bars, and food display. This is a top-mount ice-maker module designed to sit on a Manitowoc storage bin, giving operators the freedom to match head and bin capacity to their exact draw.

What sets the Indigo NXT apart is how easy it is to own. The easyTouch icon-based display takes the guesswork out of daily operation, while Manitowoc’s Intelligent Diagnostics runs 24-hour preventative monitoring and surfaces service alerts before they become downtime. Programmable ice production lets you schedule the machine to idle during peak electrical-rate windows or cap output by daily volume, so you make exactly the ice you need and nothing more.

Manitowoc IYT-0500A Specifications

Key Features of the Indigo NXT Series

• easyTouch display — icon-based touch screen for simple setup, operation, and diagnostics.
• Intelligent Diagnostics — 24-hour preventative maintenance feedback for trouble-free operation.
• Acoustical Ice Sensing Probe — patented technology for reliable operation in challenging water conditions.
• Easy-to-clean food zone — hinged swing-out front door with removable water trough, distribution tube, curtain, water probe, and pump.
• AlphaSan antimicrobial components and an available LuminIce II Growth Inhibitor that controls bacteria and yeast in the food zone.
• DuraTech exterior — corrosion-resistant stainless with a clear-coat that resists fingerprints and dirt.
• Programmable production — schedule off-times and cap daily volume to manage energy costs.

About Manitowoc Ice

Manitowoc Ice is one of the most recognized names in commercial ice equipment, part of the Welbilt family of foodservice brands and manufactured in the United States. For decades Manitowoc machines have been the workhorses behind restaurant, bar, hotel, and healthcare ice programs, prized for durability and serviceability. The Indigo NXT platform is the company’s modern flagship, combining the reliability operators expect with connected diagnostics and cleaner, more energy-conscious operation. You can review the full manufacturer line and documentation at the Manitowoc Ice website.

Where This Ice Machine Earns

A 550 lb/day half-dice head is a strong fit for busy restaurants, bars and taverns, cafes, convenience stores, hotels, catering kitchens, and healthcare or office break rooms — anywhere steady beverage and food-service ice demand runs through the day. Because output is programmable, a single-shift operation can dial production down to control power draw, while a two-shift kitchen can run it near capacity.

As a top-mount head it pairs with a 30-inch Manitowoc bin sized to your peak, so a coffee shop with morning spikes and a sports bar with evening rushes can each build the right storage buffer. Typically, matching head production to real daily draw (rather than oversizing) is the fastest path to lower ownership cost.

Condition, Warranty & What’s Included

This IYT-0500A is a brand-new Manitowoc ice-maker head, backed by Manitowoc’s factory warranty of 3 years parts and labor plus 2 additional years on compressor parts. Finn Vending Sales also stands behind every new machine with our published 2-year limited parts-and-service warranty, including replacement parts, labor, and remote technical support for U.S. customers. The unit ships as the ice-maker module only; the storage bin (B-400, B-570, or F-700) and a water filter are recommended accessories sold separately — a filter extends machine life and improves ice taste. Explore related equipment in our Ice Makers collection.

Why Buy From Finn Vending Sales

We ship the Manitowoc IYT-0500A free anywhere in the continental United States via curbside freight from our Hanover, Minnesota facility, with orders tested and prepared within 1–2 business days of payment. Every purchase is covered by our 30-day return window with free return shipping on approved returns, and first-time operators can lean on our on-site installation packages and Vending Startup Program. Prefer to talk numbers or bundle a bin? Add this machine to your cart and check out securely by bank wire transfer; our team confirms the order and emails your invoice.

Compare related machines

Buyers weighing this machine also look at these Finn Vending Sales listings:

• Manitowoc Ice Maker Machine, Half Dice Cube Style, 575 lb – IYT-0620A — $3,056
• Manitowoc Ice Maker Machine, Half Dice Cube Style, 490 lb – IYT-0450A — $2,756
• Manitowoc Ice Maker Machine, Full Dice Cube Style, 520 lb – IDT-0500A — $2,847
• Manitowoc Ice Maker Machine, Under Counter Neo W/Bin Half Dice 219 lb/day – UYF-0240A — $2,279

Frequently Asked Questions

How much ice does the Manitowoc IYT-0500A make per day?
Up to 550 pounds of half-dice cube ice in a 24-hour period under standard operating conditions. Each morning the bin should be full, and the machine refills as ice is drawn.

Does this ice machine include a storage bin?
No. The IYT-0500A is a top-mount ice-maker head only. It fits Manitowoc 30-inch bins — B-400, B-570, or F-700 — which are sold separately so you can match storage to your demand.

What kind of ice does it produce?
Half-dice cubes measuring 3/8″ x 1-1/8″ x 7/8″, a fast-cooling, high-displacement cube ideal for beverages, cocktails, and food display.

What power does it require?
The air-cooled IYT-0500A runs on 115V single-phase at 11.5 amps with a self-contained condenser, so it plugs into a standard dedicated circuit. A water-cooled version is available on request.

Is it energy and food-safety certified?
Yes. The IYT-0500A is NSF, UL, and CE listed and ENERGY STAR qualified, and it uses AlphaSan antimicrobial components with an available LuminIce II growth inhibitor.

Is this machine new or refurbished, and what is the warranty?
It is brand new, carrying Manitowoc’s 3-year parts-and-labor factory warranty plus 2 additional years on compressor parts, backed further by Finn Vending Sales’ 2-year limited parts-and-service warranty.

How is it delivered?
Free curbside freight anywhere in the continental U.S., typically dispatched within 1–2 business days of payment confirmation. See our Buyers Guide for setup planning.