7/7/2023 0 Comments Icecat ice resurfacer![]() But if you don’t let the ice freeze completely, you will do more damage to your ice pad, and create more work in the long run. You’re excited to start using your ice! We get it. Our ice rink resurfacer was designed to apply a very thin layer of water in an even application so you spend less time maintaining your ice and more time skating! ![]() We recommend using hot water only when the ice is especially torn up, like after a good hockey game when you are looking for a quick fix and a quick freeze, and only applying the hot water in a very thin and controlled manner. ![]() Note: If hot water is layered on the ice too thick, it can create bubbles in the ice and an uneven surface. Wait for the water to freeze, and you are good to skate! Ensure you can connect your hose with hot water (through a hot water tank, or an accessible sink), attach the resurfacer to the hose, and add a very thin top layer within minutes. The resurfacer will control the amount of water you are distributing, allowing you a precise and even finish. The heat in the water will melt any small bumps in the ice for a smooth finish, and the hot water will freeze quickly to form the surface. Using hot water when you add a layer to the top of your ice will give your rink a glass-like surface, especially if you are using our Magic Ice Resurfacer. If you resurface your ice pad without removing these bits, you will end up with an uneven and bumpy surface, which can slow your skate and potentially be a tripping hazard. Keeping the surface clean will prevent bits of ice and snow from melting in the sun and freezing in an uneven layer. Simply use a snow shovel to remove the ice and snow after use. Just like your local hockey pad, it is smart to clean your backyard ice rink after every skate. Keep your eyes on the weather – this task can be sped up if you have a cold snap in the forecast. Keep adding water until your base is set, not exceeding 4 inches. When laying down your ice pad, fill your rink with water between 1/2 to 1 inch of water at a time until it is frozen. We recommend a base ice pad that is between 2 and 3 inches thick. In order to maximize the life of your rink during the winter season, it is so important to start with a solid foundation of ice. We have listed our top tips for maintaining your backyard ice rink: Now what?Īt Rink Wizard, we want you to enjoy your ice rink and make the most of your ice time outside. That's enough to make this hockey fan breathe easier tonight.You have successfully installed your Rink Wizard ice rink kit and are loving your backyard winter wonderland. The American Journal of Public Health found that use of electric ice resurfacers reduced nitrogen dioxide levels in indoor rinks by 87%. Hockey fans should write thank you letters for this. The National Hockey League is following suit and expects to use IceCats by next season. According to Mayor David Miller, “In this upcoming ice skating season, the IceCat, Toronto’s first electric ice resurfacer, will help the city go green.” Where health and air quality are concerned though, it's a price worth paying for Toronto. At $160,000 it's double the price of the traditional Zamboni brand vehicle. The IceCat is a zero-emissions all-electric ice resurfacer with a price tag that should make its customers cringe. In a place that already has 365 hybrid fleet vehicles, it was only a matter of time before the iconic ice resurfacers got clean. The city has 60 carbon monoxide spewing Zambonis to prove it. Keeping ice rinks smooth is important in Toronto.
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