Hoshizaki F300BAJ User Manual

Instruction Manual

Self-Contained Flaker

Models
F-300BAJ
F-500BAJ

hoshizakiamerica.com

Issued: 12/12/2016

WARNING

Only qualied service technicians should install and service the appliance. To
obtain the name and phone number of your local Hoshizaki Certied Service
Representative, visit www.hoshizaki.com. No installation or service should be
undertaken until the technician has thoroughly read this Instruction Manual.
Likewise, the owner/manager should not proceed to operate the appliance until the
installer has instructed them on its proper operation. Failure to install, operate, and
maintain the appliance in accordance with this manual will adversely affect safety,
performance, component life, and warranty coverage and may result in costly water
damage. Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. Product failure or
property damage due to improper installation is not covered under warranty.

Hoshizaki provides this manual primarily to assist qualied service technicians in the
installation, maintenance, and service of the appliance.

Should the reader have any questions or concerns which have not been satisfactorily
addressed, please call, send an e-mail message, or write to the Hoshizaki Technical
Support Department for assistance.

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

618 Highway 74 South
Peachtree City, GA 30269
Attn: Hoshizaki Technical Support Department

NOTE: To expedite assistance, all correspondence/communication MUST include the

following information:

• Model Number

• Serial Number

• Complete and detailed explanation of the problem.

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IMPORTANT

This manual should be read carefully before the appliance is installed and operated.
Read the warnings and guidelines contained in this manual carefully as they
provide essential information for the continued safe use and maintenance of the
appliance. Retain this manual for any further reference that may be necessary.

CONTENTS

Important Safety Information ................................................................................................. 4

I. Specications ...................................................................................................................... 7

A. Electrical and Refrigerant Data ..................................................................................... 7

1. F-300BAJ ................................................................................................................. 7

2. F-500BAJ ................................................................................................................. 7

B. Dimensions/Connections .............................................................................................. 8

1. F-300BAJ ................................................................................................................. 8

2. F-500BAJ ................................................................................................................. 9

II. Installation and Operating Instructions ............................................................................ 10

A. Location ...................................................................................................................... 10

B. Checks Before Installation ........................................................................................... 10

C. How to Remove Panels ...............................................................................................11

D. Setup ............................................................................................................................11

E. Electrical Connection .................................................................................................. 12

F. Water Supply and Drain Connections .......................................................................... 14

G. Final Checklist ............................................................................................................ 16

H. Startup ........................................................................................................................ 17

I. Bin Control Check ......................................................................................................... 18

J. Alarm Safeties .............................................................................................................. 20

III. Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 21

A. Maintenance Schedule ................................................................................................ 22

B. Cleaning and Sanitizing Instructions ........................................................................... 23

IV. Preparing the Appliance for Periods of Non-Use ............................................................ 27

V. Disposal ........................................................................................................................... 28

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Important Safety Information

Throughout this manual, notices appear to bring your attention to situations which could
result in death, serious injury, damage to the appliance, or damage to property.

WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which could result in death or

serious injury.

NOTICE Indicates a situation which could result in damage to the

appliance or property.

IMPORTANT Indicates important information about the installation, use, and

care of the appliance.

WARNING

The appliance should be destined only to the use for which it has been expressly
conceived. Any other use should be considered improper and therefore dangerous.
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for injury or damage resulting
from improper, incorrect, and unreasonable use. Failure to install, operate, and
maintain the appliance in accordance with this manual will adversely affect safety,
performance, component life, and warranty coverage and may result in costly
water damage.

To reduce the risk of death, electric shock, serious injury, or re, follow basic
precautions including the following:

• Only qualied service technicians should install and service the appliance.

• The appliance must be installed in accordance with applicable national, state, and
local codes and regulations.

• Electrical connection must meet national, state, and local electrical code
requirements. Failure to meet these code requirements could result in death,
electric shock, serious injury, re, or damage.

• The appliance requires an independent power supply of proper capacity. See
the nameplate for electrical specications. Failure to use an independent power
supply of proper capacity can result in a tripped breaker, blown fuse, damage to
existing wiring, or component failure. This could lead to heat generation or re.

• THE APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED: Failure to properly ground the
appliance may result in death, electric shock, or re.

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not touch the power switch, control switch,
or plug (on corded models) with damp hands.

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WARNING, continued

For Corded Models

appliance. If it becomes necessary to remove or replace the power cord, be sure to

• Do not climb, stand, or hang on the appliance or appliance door or allow children or

• Be careful not to pinch ngers when opening and closing the door. Be careful when

• This appliance is equipped with a NEMA5-15 three-prong grounding plug to
reduce the risk of potential shock hazards. Corded models must be plugged into
a properly grounded, independent 3-prong wall outlet. Ifthe outlet is a 2-prong
outlet, it is your personal responsibility to have a qualied electrician replace it
with a properly grounded, independent 3-prong wall outlet. Do not remove the
ground prong from the plug and do not use an adapter plug. Failure to follow these
instuctions may result in death, electric shock, or re.

• Before servicing, move the power switch to the "OFF" position. Unplug the
appliance from the electrical outlet.

• Do not use an extension cord.

• Do not use an appliance with a damaged power cord. The power cord should not
be altered, jerked, bundled, weighed down, pinched, or tangled. Such actions
could result in electric shock or re. To unplug the appliance, be sure to pull the
plug, not the cord, and do not jerk the cord.

• The GREEN ground wire in the factory-installed power cord is connected to the

connect the power cord's ground wire.

For Hard-Wired Models

• Electrical connection must be hard-wired.

• Before servicing, move the power switch to the "OFF" position. Turn off the power
supply. Lockout/Tagout to prevent the power supply from being turned back on
inadvertently.

For All Models

• Do not splash, pour, or spray water directly onto or into the appliance. This might
cause short circuit, electric shock, corrosion, or failure.

• Do not make any alterations to the appliance. Alterations could result in electric
shock, injury, re, or damage to the appliance.

• Do not place ngers or any other objects into the ice discharge opening.

• The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Children should be properly supervised around the appliance.

animals to do so. Serious injury could occur or the appliance could be damaged.

opening and closing the door when children are in the area.

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WARNING, continued

• Do not use combustible spray or place volatile or ammable substances near the
appliance. They might catch re.

• Keep the area around the appliance clean. Dirt, dust, or insects in the appliance
could cause harm to individuals or damage to the appliance.

• Do not place anything on top of the appliance. Foreign objects or moisture could
enter the appliance and result in electric shock or re.

NOTICE

• Protect the oor when moving the appliance to prevent damage to the oor.

• Follow the water supply, drain connection, and maintenance instructions carefully
to reduce the risk of costly water damage.

• In areas where water damage is a concern, install in a contained area with a oor
drain.

• Install the appliance in a location that stays above freezing. Normal operating
ambient temperature must be within 45°F to 100°F (7°C to 38°C).

• If water collects in the bin and will not drain, turn off the appliance and close the
water supply line shut-off valve. Call for service.

• Do not leave the appliance on during extended periods of non-use, extended
absences, or in sub-freezing temperatures. To properly prepare the appliance for
these occasions, follow the instructions in "IV. Preparing the Appliance for Periods
of Non-Use."

• Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure,
clear of obstruction.

• Do not place objects on top of the appliance.

• The storage bin is for ice use only. Do not store anything else in the storage bin.

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I. Specications

A. Electrical and Refrigerant Data

The rating label and nameplate provide electrical and refrigerant data. The rating label
can be seen by removing the front panel. The nameplate is located on the rear panel.
For certication marks, see the nameplate.

We reserve the right to make changes in specications and design without prior notice.

1. F-300BAJ

Model Number F-300BAJ

AC Supply Voltage 115/60/1
Amperes 7.8 AMPS
Design Pressure HI-467PSI LO-250PSI
Refrigerant 404A 9.17 OZ.

2. F-500BAJ

Model Number F-500BAJ

AC Supply Voltage 115/60/1
Compressor 115V 10.5RLA 54.5LRA
Gear Motor 115V 2.4FLA 1/4 HP
Fan 115V 0.85A MAX
Other 115V 0.08A
Maximum Fuse Size 20 AMPS
Max. HACR Circuit Breaker (USA only) 20 AMPS
Max. Circuit Breaker (Canada only) 20 AMPS
Minimum Circuit Ampacity 20 AMPS
Design Pressure HI-467PSI LO-250PSI
Refrigerant 404A 1 LB. 0.6 OZ.

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B. Dimensions/Connections

1. F-300BAJ

Unit: mm [in.]

SideFront

NOTICE

Allow 6" (15 cm) clearance at rear and
sides for proper air circulation and ease
of maintenance and/or service should
they be required. Allow 24" (61 cm)
clearance at top to allow for removal of
the auger.

Rear

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2. F-500BAJ

Front

Unit: mm [in.]

NOTICE

Allow 6" (15 cm) clearance at rear and
sides for proper air circulation and ease
of maintenance and/or service should
they be required. Allow 24" (61 cm)
clearance at top to allow for removal of
the auger.

Side

Rear

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