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CONTINUOUS FLOW ICEMAKER
SERVICE MANUAL
The products, technical information, and instructions contained in this manual are subject
to change without notice. These instructions are not intended to cover all details or variations of the equipment, nor to provide for every possible contingency in the installation,
operation or maintenance of this equipment. This manual assumes that the person(s)
working on the equipment have been trained and are skilled in working with electrical,
plumbing, pneumatic, and mechanical equipment. It is assumed that appropriate safety
precautions are taken and that all local safety and construction requirements are being
met, in addition to the information contained in this manual.
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This document contains proprietary information and it may not be
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Read and follow all safety instructions in this manual and on the machine (decals, labels, and laminated
cards).
Read and understand all applicable OSHA (Occupation Safety and Health Administration) safety regula-
tions before operating the machine.
Recognize Safety Alerts
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see it in this manual or on the machine be
alert to the potential of personal injury or damage to the machine.
Different Types of Alerts
There are 3 types of safety alerts:
DANGER — Indicates an immediate hazardous situation which if not avoided WILL result in seri-
ous injury, death, or equipment damage.
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WARNING — Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in
serious injury, death, or equipment damage.
CAUTION — Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in
minor or moderate injury or equipment damage.
SAFETY TIPS
• Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and safety signs on the machine.
• Keep safety signs in good condition and replace missing or damaged safety signs.
• Learn how to operate the machine and how to use the controls properly.
• Do not let anyone operate the machine without proper training. This appliance is not intended for use
by very young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Keep your machine in proper working condition and do not allow unauthorized modifications to the
machine.
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
CAUTION — Only trained and certified electrical, plumbing and refrigeration technicians should
service this unit. ALL WIRING AND PLUMBING MUST CONFORM TO NATIONAL AND LOCAL
CODES.
SHIPPING AND STORAGE
CAUTION — Before shipping, storing, or relocating the Unit, syrup systems must be sanitized
and all sanitizing solution must be purged from the syrup systems. All liquids, after sanitizing, must
be purged from the unit. A freezing ambient environment will cause residual sanitizing solution or
water remaining inside the Unit to freeze resulting in damage to the internal components.
The type of bin control used on all WCC & WCF
Models is an electronic control. The control is
supplied with power to terminals X1 and X2.
Terminals X3 and X4 are a normally closed
switch which open when the thermostat sensor
bulb senses ice.
The sensing element is located in a 5/16”
stainless steel tube which hangs from the
dispense tray cover down through the center of
the drop tube.
To test switch, start the icemaker and block the
outlet tube. When the ice fills the drop tube
about 1/2 full the icemaker should shut off.
When tube is cleared the ice maker should
restart within 5 min.
The Bin control is in electrical series with coil on antifreeze relay along with the low water safety. If unit is
water cooled, the condenser high pressure cut out is also in series.
The Control Switch is held in place inside electrical box by 2 screws. The Control bulb is in the drop tube.
It can be removed by pulling the cable located on the top of the dispense tray cover. When replacing the
sensor make sure the bulb is inserted to the bottom of the thermostat well.
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BIN CONTROL
SWITCH TERMINALS
FIGURE 4. BIN CONTROL SWITCH
GEARMOTOR
The gearmotor is equipped with a start relay and a manual reset overload.
When current is applied, the relay energizes and completes the circuit to the start winding. The motor
reaches a predetermined speed and the relay drops out, disconnecting the start winding. The run
winding remains in the circuit as long as current is applied.
The purpose of the overload is to automatically shut off the motor in the event of a mechanical bind of the
transmission, an overload condition within the evaporator or an electrical malfunction. It does this by
sensing amperage draw. If the motor stalls the start relay would energize and stay energized. The
amperage would surge 5 to 6 times greater than the normal draw. In this event the overload would shut
off the transmission in 4 to 8 seconds.
If the motor is subjected to an abnormal load, but does not reach a stall condition, the overload will react,
but over a greater period of time. The reaction time depends upon the amperage to which it is subjected.
The overload, through the safety circuit, also shuts off the compressor.
Do not use any of the ice made during cleaning operations.
Clean and sanitize ice storage area when cleaning icemaker.
1.Turn machine off.
2.Shut off water supply.
3.Remove ice from storage bin.
4.Mix approved cleaner (2 gallons as directed). Recommended cleaner: Calgon Nickel-Safe, ice
machine cleaner. Mixture: 3 ounces per gallon of water.
5.Clean auger/diverter assembly and ice transition/drop tube in a sink using cleaner mixture and
reinstall in icemaker. Using cleaner, wipe down the dispense tray.
6.Turn machine on and add cleaner solution to water level control until 2 gallons have been used.
7.Turn on water supply and run machine for 15 minutes.
8.Turn off machine and remove all ice. Turn off water and drain water.
9.Sanitize using household liquid bleach (200 ppm chlorine). Mixture: 1/2 fluid ounce per gallon room
temperature water. 2 minute exposure time.
10.Sanitize auger/diverter assembly and ice transition/drop tube in a sink using sanitizing solution and
reinstall in icemaker. Using sanitizer, wipe down the dispense tray.
11.Fill icemaker with sanitizer by slowly pouring solution into water feed reservoir until full. Solution will
drain through overflow tube. Turn on water. Run the ice machine for 15 minutes. Turn off ice
machine and remove all ice.
12.If icemaker is used in conjunction with ice dispenser or storage bin, follow manufacturer’s
recommended cleaning instructions at this time.
MAINTENANCE
Preventive maintenance can increase the trouble free life of your icemaker. Many authorized service
agencies offer service contracts for your icemaker. Contact your local distributor for further information.
MONTHLY
1.Clean the condenser. Use a brush, vacuum cleaner or blow from inside with air or CO2 gas.
2.Inspect water feed reservoir at lease once a month until a definite pattern for cleaning and sanitizing
has been established.
QUARTERLY
This is the maximum period of time between cleaning and sanitizing the icemaker. In addition to
recommended monthly procedure, and if a more frequent cleaning and sanitizing pattern has not been
established, unit must be cleaned and sanitized.
When water is introduced through the inlet fitting the float rises. the float pushes against a lever which in
turn forces the poppet assembly against the inlet fitting valve seat which seals the water off. Before the
water inlet is sealed the safety switch is operated. In the event of a water failure the float would drop down
and operate the safety switch to shut off the machine.
If water level control will not shut off and seal at level as indicated, be sure inlet pressure does not exceed
recommended factory operating range.
Under ordinary circumstances adjustment should not be necessary providing it was properly adjusted
when unit was installed or relocated. If, however, the control becomes inoperative, repair or replace. See
Start–Up Adjustment in the Installation Manual.
PURPOSE
1.To automatically maintain proper water level in the evaporator when unit is running and making ice.
2.A safety switch is operated in the event of an interruption in water supply. The switch shuts off the
electrical power to the icemaker and its refrigeration system. Switch will reset as soon as cause of
water failure has been corrected and proper water level in icemaker has again been reached.
3.The transparent bowl not only provides a visible check of water level, but also is a good guide to the
internal conditions which exist within the icemaker assembly itself. (See Cleaning Procedure.)
TO REPLACE WATER LEVEL CONTROL
1.Shut off the water supply. Shut off the main power switch or unplug the ice dispenser from electrical
outlet.
2.Remove the flexible tubing from bottom of water level control and drain water from water level
control and evaporator.
3.Remove flexible tubing at bottom of water level bowl connected to the overflow.
4.Hold water inlet fitting with proper tool to prevent it from rotating when disconnecting the water inlet.
5.Remove wing nut holding water control to its mounting bracket. Control can be removed by lifting
straight up.
TO REPLACE WATER LEVEL SAFETY SWITCH
1.Shut off main power switch or unplug the ice dispenser from electrical outlet.
2.Unplug molex connector connecting switch to electrical box.
3.Remove the 2 screws anchoring the water level safety switch to the bottom of the water level control
mounting bracket.
A complete understanding of the icemaker and hermetic refrigeration system is necessary before any
adjustments are made. The refrigeration technician must use high and low side pressure readings, water
and air temperatures, plus general conditions of cleanliness to assess the refrigeration system status
when making any adjustments.
All icemaker products are tested and adjusted at the factory prior to shipment where the ambient
temperature ranges from 65° to 90°F, depending on the season of the year.
Whenever a new icemaker product is initially installed and started–up, it is imperative that the start–up
operation make the following checks and/or readjustments for local conditions.
EXPANSION VALVE
You will find a thermostatic expansion valve on icemakers, which is used to control the amount of
refrigerant flowing through the evaporator. Improperly installed or defective expansion valves may cause
low production, soft ice, squeaking from evaporator and excessive load inside evaporator.
By using general refrigeration system troubleshooting along with the pressure charts you can easily
determine whether or not the expansion valve is working properly.
ADJUSTMENTAND TROUBLESHOOTING
When troubleshooting the expansion valve you must first be sure you have adequate water flowing into
evaporator, a clean condenser, unit is properly ventilated, and system is properly charged and free from
any restrictions. Also be sure compressor is operating properly.
Second, take reservoir water temperature and air temperature from condenser inlet and determine at
what pressure unit should be running. Machines are equipped with thermostatic valves, there is NO
adjustment. If correct pressure cannot be obtained, first be sure system has time to stabilize 10–15
minutes. Second, be sure sensing bulb is located at 12:00 position on outlet side of evaporator about 3–4
inches away from evaporator and be sure to insulate well and clamp tightly to tubing. If system pressures
are still not adequate, take a second water and air temperature reading and go over other parts of system
for possible problems. If proper charge is questionable evacuate and recharge to nameplate and leak
check. If valve still malfunctions replace valve.
When replacing valve be sure to bleed refrigerant gas from low side port so as not to lose refrigerant oil.
Use general refrigerant system practices when replacing and recharging unit. After new valve is in place,
go through previous monitored adjustments and troubleshooting to be sure valve is functioning properly.
NOTE: Units with thermostatic expansion valve—valve is located on bottom refrigerant line.
Sensing bulb is located on top refrigerant line. On water cooled units adjust condenser
modulating valve before troubleshooting expansion valve.
CAUTION: Very High discharge pressure is present in system. Quick disconnects on you gauges
will minimize danger and loss of refrigerant. Comply with federal regulations for reclaiming
refrigerant.
The reason for using a water modulating valve is to supply the correct amount of water to the condenser.
and to maintain a proper operating pressure to refrigeration system high side.
The flow of water through the valve is increased as the high side pressure rises and is decreased as high
side pressure lowers.
To calibrate the amount of water flow with the refrigeration system high side pressure, turn adjustment
screw located on end of valve opposite of bellows. Turn screw counterclockwise to raise opening point or
clockwise to lower opening point. Opening point of valve should be set to maintain proper operating
pressure in refrigeration system high side. Refer to Pressure Chart on. Closing point of valve should be
set low enough to close valve during compressor stand–by periods.
NOTE: Cold water will absorb heat faster than warm water. The water flow will therefore
automatically increase as inlet temperature increases.
1.Disconnect power to unit, then shut off water supply to condenser and evacuate refrigerant from
system.
2.Remove inlet water line from Condenser Modulating Valve. Also remove tube from high side
refrigerant line.
3.Remove Condenser Modulating Valve and bracket from unit.
4.Remove valve from bracket.
5.Replace Condenser Modulating Valve by reversing Steps 2 through 4. Then pull system into
vacuum.
6.Charge unit with proper amount of refrigeration.
7.Turn power and water on to unit.
8.With unit running, adjust modulating valve to proper setting.
9.Go through a complete system check.
GEARMOTOR
OVERLOAD TRIPPED
Check water level control
and evaporator water tube
for line build-up restrictions.
IMPORTANT
Icemaker runs when
reset but problem has
not been found.
Continue checking for
overload as follows to
guard against future
problems.
Icemaker
runs.
Short run. Trips
again in 2
minutes. Check
gearmotor circuits.
OVERLOAD GUIDE
ELECTRICAL:
High or low voltage. Weak power lines can cause overloads on icemakers restarts.
High running current (2.4amps or above). Check motor circuits and start relay.
Auger delay failed.
ICEMAKER
Mechanical parts worn. Scored evaporator or auger. Worn thrust bearing.
Icemaker not turning off. Failed ice level control.
Over compression. Low water inlet temperature. Restrictions in water line from reservoir.
REFRIGERANT
Contaminated charge or bad compressor.
Low charge or gas leak.
Low suction pressure. Improper expansion valve. Sensing bulb location or insulation
The resistance readings on the winding will be between 5 to 25 ohms. A meter capable of these low
readings must be used. The start relay cover must be removed.
If no continuity on start or run winding test, replace gearmotor. If continuity on grounded motor test,
replace gearmotor.
START RELAY
1.Check between “2” and “4” on relay (with relay unplugged). If there is continuity replace the relay, as
the relay contacts should be open.
2.Check between “3” and “4” on relay, if no continuity replace the relay.
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FIGURE 14. GEARMOTOR ASSEMBLY
TO REPLACE GEARMOTOR ASSEMBLY
1.Disconnect the icemaker from the electrical power source.
2.Disconnect the transmission cable from the electrical box.
3.Remove the 4 hex head bolts securing the evaporator to the top of the transmission.
4.Remove the 4 bolt’s holding the transmission and bracket to frame base, while supporting the
weight of the evaporator. Remove the transmission from the unit.
5.When replacing the transmission, it may be necessary to rotate the auger back and forth to align
the motor shaft and auger.
1.Place shaft seal locator seat over gear
motor output shaft, embossed side down,
and push down until shaft seal seat rests
flush on top of gear motor.
2.Place rubber coated ceramic seal
(important: ceramic face up) over output
shaft and push down until seal rests on top
of the shaft seal seat. (Lubricate rubber on
ceramic seal with rubber lubricant.)
3.Place shaft seal with carbon face down
(spring up) over output shaft and push
(gently) downward until seal rests on
ceramic face of the output shaft seal.
4.Place flat washer over output shaft and let
rest on the output shaft seal. Push down
on the washer compressing the spring on
the output shaft seal. While holding the
seals (down) in place slide the E–ring into
the groove on the output shaft.
FIGURE 16. SHAFT SEAL 500
E–RING
WASHER, PLAIN FLAT
SHAFT SEAL
LOCATOR SEAL
GEARMOTOR
UGERAND EXTRUDING HEAD REMOVAL
A
1.Disconnect unit from power supply.
2.Remove storage container cover and put aside.
3.Turn off water supply to icemaker.
4.After ice has melted from head take hold of the auger nut and lift straight up to disengage from
icemaker.
5.When replacing the auger assembly, make certain that both the auger engages the output shaft
drive and the extruding head ribs engage the evaporator tube.
1.Place shaft seal locator seat and shaft
seal mount over gearmotor output shaft
and push down until shaft seal seat and
shaft seal mount rest flush on top of
gearmotor.
2.Place rubber coated ceramic seal
(important: ceramic face up) over output
shaft and push down until seal nest in
recess of shaft seal mount. (lubricate
rubber on ceramic seal with rubber
lubricant).
3.Place shaft seal with carbon face down
(spring up) over output shaft and push
(gently) downward until seal rests on
carbon face of the output shaft seal.
4.Place flat washer over output shaft and let
rest on the output shaft seal. Push down
on the washer compressing the spring on
the output shaft seal. While holding the
seals (down) in place slide the E–ring into
the groove on the output shaft
FIGURE 17. SHAFT SEAL 700 AND 1000
E–RING
WASHER, PLAIN FLAT
SHAFT SEAL
MOUNT, SHAFT
SEAL
SEAT, SHAFT SEAL
GEARMOTOR
U
PPER NUTAND BEARING ASSEMBLY
The upper white bearing located on top of the auger is used to absorb the force between the auger and
extruding head.
NOTE: The bearings are 3/32 thick. When they wear below 1/16 they should be replaced. Bearings
to be inspected for wear during quarterly maintenance.
To Replace Bearing
1.Disconnect unit from electric power.
2.Remove top panels.
3.Remove Dispense Tray Cover.
4.Use an open end wrench on auger nut connected to bearing and turn counterclockwise to remove
assembly.
5.Remove worn bearings. Replace with new bearings and then reinstall assembly.
NOTE: If auger turns with nut, remove cover on top of gearmotor stator and hold motor while
loosening nut.
ELECTRICAL CHECKOUT
1.Be sure the unit is disconnected from the power source. Remove the compressor electrical box
cover. Check for obvious damage and loose wires.
2.Disconnect the fan motor leads. Since capacitors store energy, short the capacitor with a
screwdriver. This will prevent shocks.
Using a volt–ohmmeter check the continuity
across the overload, contact #1 and #3. If none,
wait for unit to cool down and try again. If still no
continuity, the overload protector is defective
and should be replaced.
COMPRESSOR CHECK
The resistance readings on the windings will be
between 0.25 to 10.00 ohms, a meter capable of
these low readings must be used.
1.Check between “C” and “R.” Replace the
compressor if there is no continuity as the
run windings are open.
2.Check between “C” and “S.” Replace the
compressor if there is no continuity as the
start windings are open.
3.Check between “C” and “R” or “S” and the shell of the compressor. If there is continuity, replace the
compressor as the motor is grounded.
4.Check between screw terminal on the overload and “C” on the compressor. Check and repair the
lead or connections if there is no continuity.
FIGURE 18. OVERLOAD CHECK
FIGURE 19. COMPRESSOR CHECK
CAPACITOR CHECK
1.Check or replace start capacitor,
disconnect bleed resistor before checking
for shorted capacitor.
2.Check or replace run capacitor (if
supplied) check for shorted capacitor or
either terminal grounded to case.
Check electrical wiring in con
trol box for loose connec
tions.
Check for failed service
switch or relay.
Check power to machine.
High pressure
switch open or
cycling on and off.
Discharge
king valve
partially
closed.
Open
valve
Non-condensible
in system.
Evacuate and
recharge system.
Clean condenser.
Low pressure switch open
or cycling on and off.
Low on
refrigerant.
Remote condenser
units only
Remote condenser
not running.
Check electrical
wiring in control box
for loose connections.
To o mu ch
refrigerant in
system.
Remote condenser
units only
Check power
to condenser.
Condenser
fan not
running.
Check electrical circuit
to fan motor.
Check fan motor.
Plugged
liquid line
dryer.
ICEMAKER RUNS BUT
DOES NOT MAKE ICE
Condenser fan running
but compressor not running
Check line voltage.
Check compressor winding
& components.
Evaporator water tube
may have an air bubble.
Clear air bubble from
tube.
Head
Pressure
high.
Condenser
dirty or
restricted.
Restricted
liquid line.
Val ve
stuck
open.
Replace
valve.
Plugged or
faulty TXV.
LOW WATER SAFETY
SWITCH OPEN
Check that water is turned on.
Check for restriction in water line.
Check incoming water pressure
(minimum 10 lbs.).
Check water safety switch.
High suction pressure
(30 lbs. or above).
TXV not
operating
properly.
Bulb
loose.
Clean
and
tighten.
Icemaker
froze up.
Suction line
not
insulated.
Bulb
uninsulated.
Clean and
insulate.
Low suction pressure
(20 lbs. or below).
TXV bulb
lost charge.
Replace valve
evacuate and
recharge.
ICEMAKER OPERATING BUT
SOFT ICE
Check bin switch
Ye s
Clean all related
drain lines.
IMPORTANT
Icemaker runs when reset
but problem has not been
found.
Continue checking for
overload as follows to
guard against future
problems
No
Refer to guide
to Good Ice in
service manual.
Icemaker runs
Short run trips
again in 2 min
utes. Check gear
motor circuit.
GEARMOTOR OVERLOAD
TRIPPED
Check water level control
and evaporator water tube
for lime build up restriction.
No
CAUTION
Clear ice from
evaporator and
auger before re
setting over
load.
Reset
overload.
Reset but
motor does
not run.
Check
gearmotor
circuit.
Will not
reset.
Overload
hot try
again.
Will not
reset
replace
overload
Ye s
CLEAN
see
instructions.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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Check for
leaks.
LAC not operating
properly (minimum
discharge pressure
180 lbs.).
Replace LAC valve,
evacuate and
recharge system.
Replace
dryer.
Evacuate
and
recharge
system.
Check for
kinks or
damage to
liquid line.
Check drive on
gearmotor.
Replace
valve.
Evacuate
and
recharge
system.
Check if
auger is
turning.
No
Check gears in
gearbox.
Check if extruding
head is down in
evaporator tube.
OVERLOAD GUIDE
ELECTRICAL
High or low voltage weak power lines can cause overloads on icemaker restarts
High running current. Check motor circuits and start relay - Auger delay failed.
ICEMAKER
Mechanical parts worn. Scored evaporator or auger. Worn thrust bearing.
Ice maker not turning off. Failed ice level control.
Over compression. Low water inlet temperature. Restriction in water line from
reservoir.
REFRIGERANT
Contaminated charge or bad compressor.
Low charge or gas leak.
Low suction pressure. Improper expansion valve sensing bulb. Location or insulation
and/or defective expansion valve
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