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1. A method for producing ice and chilled water for distribution from a machine having an ice maker for producing ice, the ice being directed to a storage bin, the bin containing agitating means and an outlet for dispensing the ice, the machine further having a water storage capsule inside an insulated housing, the water storage capsule receiving and holding purified water, the storage capsule having a discharge outlet for dispensing water, the insulated housing receiving ice pieces and condensation from the ice production operation, for chilling the water in said capsule, comprising the steps of:
providing a supply of pre-chilled water; introducing said pre-chilled water into said ice maker, thereby hastening the transformation of the water into ice. |