{"product_id":"scotsman-hid540aw-1-meridian-ice-water-dispensers","title":"Scotsman  Meridian Ice \u0026 Water Dispensers - HID540AW-1","description":"\u003ch2\u003eScotsman  Meridian Ice \u0026amp; Water Dispensers - HID540AW-1\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScotsman Meridian HID540AW-1: wall‑mounted Touchfree nugget ice \u0026amp; SmoothStream water dispenser, 500 lb\/day capacity, stainless steel, \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a0skam\" data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"295\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"61\"\u003eMassive Ice \u0026amp; Water Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e – The Scotsman Meridian HID540AW‑1 produces \u003cstrong data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"155\"\u003eup to 500 lb of chewable nugget ice in 24 hrs\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"184\"\u003e40 lb storage bin\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideal for high‑traffic beverage stations and commercial service points. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rzzxa5\" data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"524\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"524\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"327\"\u003eWall‑Mounted Space Saver\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed for \u003cstrong data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"364\"\u003ewall installation\u003c\/strong\u003e to free up counter space, making it perfect for kitchens, cafeterias, healthcare hydration stations, and busy breakrooms. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1paaigj\" data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"728\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"728\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"562\"\u003eSanitary Touch‑Free Dispensing\u003c\/strong\u003e – Infrared sensor dispensing reduces 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Stainless steel evaporator and exterior panels with sealed maintenance‑free bearings ensure long‑lasting performance in demanding environments. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ftzi9o\" data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eEnhanced Usability \u0026amp; Service\u003c\/strong\u003e – Features such as an external air filter, LED diagnostic lights, USB software update port, and QR code access streamline maintenance and troubleshooting. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dg6ww8\" data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eSmooth Water Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e – SmoothStream water dispensing reduces splashing and improves user experience while keeping surroundings cleaner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"552\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"329\"\u003eQ1: What is the Scotsman HID540AW‑1 Meridian Ice \u0026amp; Water Dispenser?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"332\"\u003eA: A \u003cstrong data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"388\"\u003ecommercial wall‑mounted ice and water dispenser\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for high‑demand hospitality, healthcare, and foodservice locations, providing reliable nugget ice and chilled water. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"799\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"603\"\u003eQ2: How much ice does the HID540AW‑1 produce?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"603\" 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storage capacity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003eA: Includes a built‑in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003e40 lb ice storage bin\u003c\/strong\u003e to support continuous dispensing during peak usage. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003eQ5: What sanitation and maintenance features are included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003eA: Features \u003cstrong data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003etouch‑free infrared dispensing\u003c\/strong\u003e, removable bin, air filter, spouts, and sink for easy cleaning, plus antimicrobial protection for hygiene. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1435\" 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data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"2132\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eQ8: Where is this unit best used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003eA: Ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1960\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003ebusy restaurants, cafeterias, hotels, offices, and healthcare hydration stations\u003c\/strong\u003e where continuous ice and water service is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q07ddq\" data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"426\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"426\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"281\"\u003eRegular Cleaning \u0026amp; Sanitizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Empty the ice bin and sanitize food‑contact parts (ice bin, spouts, sink) with approved cleaners to prevent scale, odor, and bacterial 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