{"product_id":"scotsman-hid540w-1-meridian-ice-water-dispensers","title":"Scotsman Meridian Ice \u0026 Water Dispensers -  HID540W-1","description":"\u003ch2\u003eScotsman Meridian Ice \u0026amp; Water Dispensers -  HID540W-1\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScotsman HID540W-1 Meridian touchfree ice \u0026amp; water dispenser: H2 nugget ice, 500 lb\/24h, 40 lb bin, stainless steel, SmoothStream dispensing,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mfm5r3\" data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"225\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"225\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"73\"\u003eEfficient ice and chilled water delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"76\"\u003eCombines \u003cstrong data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"130\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eon‑demand ice and cold water dispensing\u003c\/strong\u003e in one unit—ideal for restaurants, offices, hotels, cafeterias, and self‑serve beverage areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g8rtg4\" data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"362\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"362\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"261\"\u003eCommercial‑grade performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"264\"\u003eBuilt with \u003cstrong data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"309\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003edurable, reliable components\u003c\/strong\u003e that handle continuous use in high‑traffic settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hbkkmd\" data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"497\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"497\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"393\"\u003eUser‑friendly operation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"396\"\u003eIntuitive controls and smooth dispensing help reduce waits and improve flow at busy drink stations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xg6xcq\" data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"653\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"653\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"527\"\u003eHygiene‑focused design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"527\" data-end=\"530\"\u003eEasy‑to‑clean surfaces and accessible maintenance areas support sanitation best practices and simplify routine servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1abeapq\" data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"825\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"825\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"693\"\u003eEnhanced water quality potential\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eWorks well with water filtration systems for \u003cstrong data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"781\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eclean, crisp water and clearer ice\u003c\/strong\u003e, elevating the quality of beverages served.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1196bm\" data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"969\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"969\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"858\"\u003eSpace‑efficient footprint\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"861\"\u003eCompact design fits easily into front‑of‑house or back‑of‑house locations without sacrificing performance.\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=\"83\" data-end=\"386\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"153\"\u003eQ1: What is the ice production capacity of the Scotsman HID540W‑1?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"156\"\u003eA: The HID540W‑1 produces up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"229\"\u003e500 lbs of H2 nugget ice per 24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e at 70 °F\/50 °F, with about \u003cstrong data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"290\"\u003e400 lbs AHRI‑certified output\u003c\/strong\u003e at 90 °F\/70 °F — ideal for high‑volume beverage stations. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"623\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"448\"\u003eQ2: What type of ice does it produce and why is it good?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eA: It makes \u003cstrong data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"489\"\u003echewable H2 nugget ice\u003c\/strong\u003e, which clings to drinks and melts slowly, improving drink presentation and customer experience. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"825\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"668\"\u003eQ3: Does this unit also dispense water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"671\"\u003eA: Yes. 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