Cornelius 2400, 750, 1100, R404A, R22 User Manual
MODULAR FLAKED ICE MAKER
MODELS: SERIES 750 (R404a),
Service Manual
SERIES 1100 (R22),
SERIES 2400 (R404a)
Part No. 166240009
OCTOBER 1994
Revised October, 1996
THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This Manual must be read and understood before installing or operating this equipment
IMI CORNELIUS INC; 10/94 - 10/95
PRINTED IN U.S.A
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPECIFICATIONS 750 AND 1100 SERIES 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPECIFICATIONS 2400 SERIES 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REMOTE CONDENSER 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STACKING INSTRUCTIONS FOR STACKING KIT 29757 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TYPICAL WATER CIRCUIT 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TYPICAL REFRIGERANT CIRCUIT 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BIN THERMOSTAT 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GEARMOTOR START RELAY 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
POWER RELAY / CONTACTOR 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GEARMOTOR DELAY THERMOSTAT 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ON–OFF SWITCH / CIRCUIT BREAKER 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FAN CYCLING SWITCH (R404A UNITS) 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HIGH PRESSURE CONTROL 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
COMPRESSOR START RELAY 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
POTENTIAL RELAYS 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CAPACITORS – GENERAL 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTENANCE 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SANITIZING AND CLEANING PROCEDURE 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WATER TREATMENT 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WINTER STORAGE 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CLEANING THE CONDENSER (AIR COOLED) 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TROUBLESHOOTING 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNIT WILL NOT RUN 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
COMPRESSOR CYCLES INTERMITTENTLY. 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAKING WET ICE. 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNIT RUNS BUT MAKES NO ICE. 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WATER LEAKS. 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WATER LEAKS. (CONT’D) 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EXCESSIVE NOISE OR CHATTERING. 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MACHINE RUNS WITH FULL BIN OF ICE. 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNIT OFF OR TRIPS CIRCUIT BREAKER. 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNIT GOES OFF OR TRIPS CIRCUIT BREAKER. (CONT’D) 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PARTS LIST FOR 750 AND 1100 SERIES 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PARTS LIST 2400 SERIES 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WARRANTY 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (cont’d)
LIST OF FIGURES
FIGURE 1. 750 AND 1100 SERIES SPECIFICATIONS 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FIGURE 2. SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2400 SERIES 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FIGURE 3. WATER LEVEL 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FIGURE 4. TYPICAL WATER CIRCUIT 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FIGURE 5. TYPICAL REFRIGERANT CIRCUIT 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FIGURE 6. WIRING DIAGRAM AF/WF–750–MH-R 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FIGURE 7. WIRING DIAGRAM AF–750–PMH-50R 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FIGURE 8. WIRING DIAGRAM AF/WF–1100–MH 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FIGURE 9. WIRING DIAGRAM RF–1100–MH 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FIGURE 10. WIRING DIAGRAM AF/WF–1100–MH–317. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FIGURE 11. WIRING DIAGRAM AF/WF–1100–MH–50 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FIGURE 12. WIRING DIAGRAM 2400 SERIES 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FIGURE 13. ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN SERIES 750 – 1100 28. . . . . .
FIGURE 14. REMOTE CONDENSER ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN
FOR 1100 SERIES 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FIGURE 15. ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN SERIES 2400 31. . . . . . . . . . .
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LIST OF TABLES
AF-750-P-MHR PRODUCTION CHART 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AF-750-P-MH50R PRODUCTION CHART 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WF-750-P-MHR PRODUCTION CHART 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AF-1100-P-MH PRODUCTION CHART 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WF-1100-P-MH PRODUCTION CHART 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RF-1100-P-MH PRODUCTION CHART 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AF-2400-P-MHR PRODUCTION CHART 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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INTRODUCTION
We have strived to produce a quality product. The design has been kept simple thus insuring trouble–free
operation.
This manual has been prepared to assist servicemen and users with information concerning installation,
construction and maintenance of the ice making equipment. The problems of the serviceman and user have
been given special attention in the development and engineering of our ice makers.
If you encounter a problem which is not covered in this manual, please feel free to write or call. We will be
happy to assist you in any way we can.
When writing, please state the model and serial number of the machine.
Address all correspondence to:
A Product of IMI Cornelius Inc.
One Cornelius Place
Anoka, MN 55303–1592
Phone 800–554–3526
FAX 612–422–3232
PRINTED IN USA
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SPECIFICATIONS 750 AND 1100 SERIES
1 1/2-IN.
4-CM
1 3/4-IN.
4-CM
1 1/2-IN.
REAR
VIEW
4-CM
11 1/2-IN.
29-CM
A
B
C
D
E
2-IN.
5-CM
FIGURE 1. 750 AND 1100 SERIES SPECIFICATIONS
ICE PRODUCTION CAPACITY (approximate)
AIR TEMPERATURE
50°F/10°C
70°F/21°C
90°F/32°C
23 1/8-IN.
59-CM
8 1/4-IN.
23-IN.
58-CM
26 1/4-IN.
67-CM
A = POWER INLET
B = WATER INLET
C = CONDENSER (WATER IN)
(WC ONLY)
D = CONDENSER (WATER OUT)
(WC ONLY)
E = CHASSIS DRAIN
AF-750-P-MHR PRODUCTION CHART
50°F/10°C
873 lbs/397 kgs
869 lbs/395 kgs
755 lbs/343 kgs
21-CM
WATER TEMPERATURE
745 lbs/339 kgs
738 lbs/335 kgs
662 lbs/301 kgs
FRONT
70°F/21°C
CHUTE OPENING
5 1/16-IN.
13-CM
5-IN.
13-CM
BOTTOM
VIEW
9-IN.
23-CM
80°F/27°C
695 lbs/316 kgs
688 lbs/313 kgs
609 lbs/277 kgs
AIR TEMPERATURE
50°F/10°C
70°F/21°C
90°F/32°C
AIR TEMPERATURE
50°F/10°C
70°F/21°C
90°F/32°C
AIR TEMPERATURE
70°F/21°C
80°F/27°C
90°F/32°C
AIR TEMPERATURE
70°F/21°C
80°F/27°C
90°F/32°C
AF-750-P-MH50R PRODUCTION CHART
WATER TEMPERATURE
50°F/10°C
748 lbs/340 kgs
739 lbs/336 kgs
678 lbs/308 kgs
WF-750-P-MHR PRODUCTION CHART
50°F/10°C
765 lbs/348 kgs
748 lbs/340 kgs
730 lbs/332 kgs
AF-1100-P-MH PRODUCTION CHART
50°F/10°C
1202 lbs/545 kgs
WF-1100-P-MH PRODUCTION CHART
50°F/10°C
1151 lbs/523 kgs
70°F/21°C
643 lbs/292 kgs
635 lbs/289 kgs
586 lbs/266 kgs
WATER TEMPERATURE
70°F/21°C
643 lbs/292 kgs
631 lbs/287 kgs
621 lbs/282 kgs
WATER TEMPERATURE
60°F/16°C
1119 lbs/508 kgs
WATER TEMPERATURE
60°F/16°C
1123 lbs/509 kgs
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80°F/27°C
595 lbs/279 kgs
585 lbs/266 kgs
542 lbs/246 kgs
80°F/27°C
587 lbs/267 kgs
585 lbs/266 kgs
582 lbs/265 kgs
70°F/21°C
988 lbs/448 kgs
70°F/21°C
1060 lbs/467 kgs
ICE PRODUCTION CAPACITY (approximate)
ББББББББ
ББББББББ
ББББББББ
ББББББББ
RF-1100-P-MH PRODUCTION CHART
AIR TEMPERATURE
50°F/10°C
70°F/21°C
80°F/27°C
90°F/32°C
1202 lbs/545 kgs
750 1100
Compressor Electrical Rating 3/4 hp 2 hp
Compressor Model Copeland RS64CIE-PAF-214 Copeland CRD-10200PFV
Condenser Air or Water Cooled Air or Water Cooled
Refrigerant Charge AC–21oz R404a AC–25 oz R–22
WC–18oz R404a WC–23 oz R–22
Refrigerant Control (Air Cooled) AXV (30 PSI) AXV (15-17 PSI)
Refrigerant Control (Water Cooled) AXV (28 PSI) AXV (15-17 PSI)
Voltage 115V 208/230V 60HZ 1PH
Total Amp. Draw 16 AMPS 12 AMPS
Gearmotor Amp. Draw 1.6 AMPS .7 AMPS
Gearmotor Electrical Rating 1/8 hp 1/7 hp
Maximum Fuse Size 20 AMPS 15 amps
WATER TEMPERATURE
60°F/16°C
1119 lbs/508 kgs
70°F/21°C
988 lbs/448 kgs
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SPECIFICATIONS 2400 SERIES
23 1/2-IN.
60-CM
17 1/2-IN.
44-CM
ELECTRICAL
WATER INLET
WATER OUT (W/C)
44-IN.
112-CM
NOTE: AIR IS EXHAUSTED OUT
BACK AND SIDE OPPOSITE
CONDENSER
8-IN.
20-CM
WATER IN (W/C)
FIGURE 2. SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2400 SERIES
23-9/16-IN. HIGH x 45-1/8-IN. WIDE x 27-5/16-IN. DEEP
60-CM 115-CM 69-CM
15 1/8-IN.
38-CM
AIR IN
CONDENSER SIDE
”A”- ALTERNATE ICE DROP AREA FOR TOP UNIT WHEN TWO ARE STACKED.
”B”-ICE DROP AREA FOR BASIC UNIT.
INDIVIDUAL ”A” & ”B” DIMENSIONS ARE 5-5/32-IN. x 8-9/32-IN.
RECOMMENDED BIN TOP CUT OUT AS SHOWN ABOVE 14-1/4-IN. x 8-3/4-IN.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
44-IN.
112-CM
14 1/4-IN.
36-CM
AB
13-CM 21-CM
15 1/8-IN.
38-CM
9 1/8-IN.
23-CM
8 3/4-IN.
22-CM
9 1/8-IN.
23-CM
36-CM
27-IN.
69-CM
22-CM
ICE PRODUCTION CAPACITY (approximate)
AF-2400-P-MHR PRODUCTION CHART
AIR TEMPERATURE
50°F/10°C
50°F/10°C
70°F/21°C
90°F/32°C
2507 lbs/1140 kgs
2495 lbs/1134 kgs
2095 lbs/952 kgs
Compressor Electrical Rating 2 hp
Compressor Model Copeland CS14K6E-PFV-235
Condenser Air Cooled
Refrigerant Charge 26 oz R404a/each side
Refrigerant Control AXV 26-PSI factory
Voltage 208/230 1 ph. 60 hz.
Inlet Water Supply 3/8” SAE male flare
Gearmotor Electrical Rating 1/7 hp
Gearmotor Amp Draw .7 amps at 230V
Mamimum Fuse Size 40 amps
Total Amp Draw 30 amps
Refer to serial plate for maximum circuit ampacity and minimum time delay fuse size.
WATER TEMPERATURE
70°F/21°C
2175 lbs/989 kgs
2045 lbs/930 kgs
1800 lbs/818 kgs
setting/Each Side
80°F/27°C
2008 lbs/913 kgs
1850 lbs/841 kgs
1680 lbs/764 kgs
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
You will get better service from the ice machine, longer life and greater convenience if you choose its location
with care.
Here are a few points to consider:
1. Select a location as close as possible to where you are going to use the ice.
2. Allow a minimum of 6” space at sides and rear of machine for ventilation.
3. A kitchen installation is not desirable as a rule. If a kitchen installation is necessary, locate the machine as
far away from the cooking area as possible. Grease laden air will form a greasy deposit on the condenser.
This reduces the ice making efficiency and necessitates thorough cleaning quite often.
4. If you install the unit in a storeroom, be sure the room is well ventilated.
NOTE: Do not install where the ambient and incoming water temperature will drop below 50° F rise to
over 100° F.
WARNING: If water pressure exceeds 50 pounds, a water pressure regulator should be
installed in water inlet line between water shut–off valve and strainer. Minimum incoming
water pressure required is 22 pounds.
5. Uncrate the unit by removing the staples or nails from the bottom of the carton and lift off.
6. Remove the bolts holding the skid to the machine.
7. For units supplied with a bin sealing gasket, cement the gasket to the bottom outside edge of the machine
before it is set on the bin. NOTE: This is an N.S.F. requirement and must be done by the installer.
8. Make sure the correct bin adapter has been supplied when used. Then mount the unit on the bin and level
both properly.
9. For units not supplied with bin sealing gasket, seal the machine to bin with an N.S.F. approved sealant
such as Dow R.T.V. #732, 734, or G.E. #102, 108. This is an N.S.F. requirement and is the responsibility
of the installer.
10. The incoming water for the ice making section requires a 3/8” copper line. Connect this water line to the
3/8” male flare fitting on the back of the unit.
NOTE: For water cooled units, a separate 3/8” copper water line is required to be connected to the flare
fitting on the back of the unit marked condenser water in. A 3/8” flare connected line will have
to be provided from the fitting marked condenser water out to the drain.
A water regulating valve installed at the factory was set to maintain 270 to 310 PSI head pressure for R–404a
units and 210 to 225 PSI for R–22 units (Approx. 105_ to 110_F). Check temperatures at condenser outlet and
adjust if necessary.
11. Connect a drain hose to the condensate drain stub tube.
NOTE: All plumbing must be done in accordance with national and local codes.
12. Bring the electrical supply into the unit through a handy box located on the back of unit and make
connections.
NOTE: NOTE: Make sure the proper voltage and number of wires are provided. See serial plate and
make connections.
NOTE: All wiring must conform to national and local codes.
13. Turn on water supply and observe water level in evaporator sections. Water level is to be maintained at
the top of the evaporator. (See adjustment procedure)
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14. Turn machine on and check for proper voltage and amp draw on the entire unit as well as components
such as the gearmotor and fan motor.
15. Check refrigerant circuit and all plumbing connections for leaks, etc.
16. Check bin thermostat or mechanical shut–off for proper operations. In the mid–range the bin thermostat
will open at 42° and has a 6° differential.
REMOTE CONDENSER
Remote condensers should be installed above the ice machine and in a level configuration. They are connected
to the ice making unit by copper tubing and line valves. The female half of the line valve is mounted on the ice
making unit and the remote condenser. The male half is soldered on the tube ends when tubing kits are
provided with the machine. If tubing kits are not provided, the male half of the line valves will be provided in a
valve kit and the installer will mount them on the tubing he provides.
NOTE: WHEN VERTICAL LINES ARE INVOLVED IN THE INSTALLATION, FOLLOW STANDARD
REFRIGERATION PRACTICES FOR VERTICAL LINES TO ASSURE POSITIVE OIL RETURN TO
THE COMPRESSOR. VERTICAL LIFT TO BE NO MORE THAN 15 FEET.
NOTE: WE DO NOT RECOMMEND TUBING RUNS OF MORE THAN 40 FEET..
NOTE: The seals for the line valves will be found in an envelope on the remote condenser. Make sure
they are used.
NOTE: REMOVE CAP PLUGS FROM ALL LINE VALVES BEFORE MAKING VALVE CONNECTIONS WITH
THE SEAL.
NOTE: A LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL CONTROL CIRCUIT MUST BE FIELD WIRED BETWEEN THE
ICE MACHINE AND THE REMOTE CONDENSER RELAY. THOSE WIRES SHOULD BE RUN WITH
THE TUBING DURING INSTALLATION. REFER TO APPLICABLE WIRING DIAGRAMS.
NOTE: When the line valves are connected to each other the refrigerant circuit is complete. Each valve
half has its own shut-off which must be fully opened to allow the refrigerant to flow though the
system before it is started.
The ice making unit utilizing a remote condenser is shipped from the factory with the receiver holding the
refrigerant charge. Additional refrigerant may be required upon installation depending upon the ambient
conditions the remote condenser is operating under, the condenser and line sizing.
A three way head pressure control valve is used to maintain a relatively consistent head pressure between 175
and 185 PSI for R22 in the receiver in cold ambient conditions. Because of this valve some liquid refrigerant will
be held in the condenser.
NOTE: THE HEAD PRESSURE CONTROL VALVE WILL NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY WHEN A TOTAL
PRESSURE DROP OF 14 POUNDS OR MORE IS CREATED BETWEEN THE ICE MAKING UNIT,
THROUGH THE TUBING TO THE REMOTE CONDENSER, THE CONDENSER AND THE RETURN
TUBING TO THE ICE MAKING UNIT.
The remote condenser requires a separate power supply from the ice making unit. Refer to the remote
condenser wiring diagram.
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WARNING: WATER LEVEL MUST BE MAINTAINED AT THE TOP OF THE EVAPORATOR.
WATER LEVEL
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FIGURE 3. WATER LEVEL
1. Remove gearmotor and auger.
2. Adjust float valve to get water level to top seam of the evaporator.
3. Re–install auger. WATER LEVEL WILL RISE WHEN AUGER IS INSERTED BUT WHEN THE MACHINE
IS TURNED BACK ON AND ICE STARTS BEING MADE, THE WATER LEVEL WILL GO BACK TO THE
ORIGINAL SETTING.
4. Re–install gearmotor assembly and start machine.
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STACKING INSTRUCTIONS FOR STACKING KIT 29757
The Kit consists of:
1 – #26102 Sealer
2 – #261 1/4-20x5/8 screw
2 – #256 1/4” flat washer
2 – #239 1/4” Lock Washer
1 – #29758 Stacking Chute Extension
1. After uncrating machine to be stacked, remove front and rear panels.
2. Remove top and front panels of bottom machine.
3. Remove alternate chute opening cover from bottom machine.
4. Insert vertical chute extension from kit into alternate chute opening of bottom unit and seal it to the base
with sealer provided in the kit.
5. Carefully mount stacking unit reversed 180° with the compressor and condenser opposite those of the
bottom unit.
NOTE: When mounting, make sure stacking unit vertical chute aligns and inserts correctly with chute
extension installed in alternate chute opening of bottom unit. Raise chute bracket to cover
opening and tighten bracket screws.
6. Secure both machines together as shown in the illustration utilizing screws and washers provided in the kit.
7. After stacking unit, hook up electrical and water.
NOTE: The two units must operate independently of each other.
8. Connect drain line from tee under the stacked unit to run out of the back of the unit.
9. Replace panels of stacked unit front to front and back to back as the machine is mounted. Replace front
panel of bottom unit.
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TYPICAL WATER CIRCUIT
The supply water enters the float chamber through a small orifice. The water level rises and lifts the buoyant
float with it. The float attached to the float arm seats a valve to shut off any further water supply. As water
leaves the float chamber, the level drops along with the float and arm, causing the valve to open and admit
more water. Thus the water level is maintained automatically as the machine operates.
Water now flows through a hose connected to the float chamber and enters the opening of the evaporator shell.
The water level in the shell will rise to the same level that is maintained in the float chamber. The water that is
in immediate contact with the center post evaporator will be reduced in temperature. As a result, freezing
occurs and ice forms on the surface of the evaporator.
As more water is frozen, the thickness of the ice increases until it exceeds the distance allowed between the
evaporator and auger. The auger rotates at a slow speed to wipe off the accumulated ice as well as help it to
the surface. After the ice reaches the surface it is discharged through the top opening in the shell. An ice chute
attached to the shell conveys the ice to the storage bin where it accumulates in the insulated bin until it is used.
The ice will pile up to a point where the bin thermostat tubing is located. When the ice touches this brass
tubing, the unit will shut–off and remain off until enough ice is used or melted to reduce the pile. Any ice that
melts will pass through the drain and drain hose to an open drain.
WATER IN
FLOAT
CHAMBER
ICE
OUT
EVAPORATOR
CHAMBER
FIGURE 4. TYPICAL WATER CIRCUIT
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