Hoshizaki F330BAH, F330BAHC Instruction Manual

Hoshizaki America, Inc.

Hoshizaki

Self-Contained Flaker

Model
F-330BAH(-C)

“A Superior Degree

of Reliability”

www.hoshizaki.com

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Issued: 5-4-2007
Revised: 1-15-2013

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]

HOSHIZAKI AMERICA, INC.
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

I. Specications ...................................................................................................................... 4

A. Nameplate Rating ......................................................................................................... 4

B. Dimensions/Connections .............................................................................................. 5

II. Installation and Operating Instructions .............................................................................. 6

A. Checks Before Installation ............................................................................................. 6

B. How to Remove Panels ................................................................................................ 6

C. Location ........................................................................................................................ 7

D. Setup ............................................................................................................................. 7

E. Electrical Connection .................................................................................................... 7

F. Water Supply and Drain Connections ............................................................................ 7

G. Final Checklist ............................................................................................................. 9

H. Startup ........................................................................................................................ 10

III. Cleaning and Maintenance ..............................................................................................11

A. Cleaning and Sanitizing Instructions ............................................................................11

1. Cleaning Solution .................................................................................................... 11

2. Cleaning Procedure ................................................................................................11

3. Sanitizing Solution ................................................................................................. 13

4. Sanitizing Procedure - Initial .................................................................................. 13

5. Sanitizing Procedure - Final ................................................................................... 13

B. Maintenance ............................................................................................................... 15

C. Preparing the Icemaker for Long Storage .................................................................. 16

IV. Disposal .......................................................................................................................... 17

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I. Specications

HOSHIZAKI ICE MAKER

MOTOR-COMPRESSOR THERMALLY PROTECTED,

NOT INTENDED FOR OUTDOOR USE!

Hoshizaki America, Inc.

Peachtree City, GA
www.hoshizaki.com

For certification marks, see the nameplate
on the rear panel.

A. Nameplate Rating

1. F-330BAH, F-330BAH-C

MODEL NUMBER F-330BAH
SERIAL NUMBER
AC SUPPLY VOLTAGE 115/60/1
AMPERES 6.7 AMPS
DESIGN PRESSURE HI-470PSI LO-230PSI
REFRIGERANT 404A 7.1 OZ.

Note: Only the "MODEL NUMBER" is replaced for F-330BAH-C.

See the nameplate for electrical and refrigeration specications. This nameplate is located
on the rear panel.

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

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B. Dimensions/Connections

1. F-330BAH, F-330BAH-C

Unit = inches (mm)

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II. Installation and Operating Instructions

A. Checks Before Installation

IMPORTANT

1. Install in accordance with all applicable national, state, and local regulations.

2. Remove shipping carton, tape, and packing. If any are left in the icemaker, it
will not work properly.

3. Ensure all components, fasteners, and thumbscrews are securely in place
after installation.

•

Remove the top panel and front panel to prevent damage when installing the

icemaker.

•

Remove the package containing the accessories.

•

Remove the protective plastic lm from the panels. If the icemaker is exposed

to the sun or to heat, remove the lm after the icemaker cools.

•

Check that the refrigerant lines do not rub or touch lines or other surfaces, and

that the fan blade turns freely.

•

Check that the compressor is snug on all mounting pads.

•

See the nameplate on the rear panel, and check that your voltage supplied

corresponds with the voltage specied on the nameplate.

B. How to Remove Panels

See Fig. 1

• Front Panel: Remove the screw. Lift up
and towards you.

• Top Panel: Open the door. Remove the
screws. Lift up at the front slightly, push
rearward, and lift off.

Front Panel

Screw

Screw

Door

Top Panel

Fig. 1

Screw

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C. Location

CAUTION

This icemaker is not intended for outdoor use. Normal operating ambient
temperature should be within +45°F to +100°F (+7°C to +38°C); Normal
operating water temperature should be within +45°F to +90°F (+7°C to +32°C).
Operation of the icemaker, for extended periods, outside of these normal
temperature ranges may affect icemaker performance.

For best operating results:

• Icemaker should not be located next to ovens, grills or other high heat producing

equipment.

• Location should

• Allow 24" (61 cm) clearance at top to allow for removal of the auger and for ease of

maintenance and/or service should they be required.

provide a rm and level foundation for the equipment.

D. Setup

1) Attach the four adjustable legs provided to the bottom of the icemaker.

2) Position the icemaker in the selected permanent location.

3) Level the icemaker from side-to-side and front-to-rear by adjusting the legs.

E. Electrical Connection

WARNING

The GREEN ground wire in the factory-installed power cord is connected
to a screw on the bracket where the cord enters the machine. If it becomes
necessary to remove or replace the power cord, be sure to connect the power
cord's ground wire to this screw upon reattachment.

• Electrical connections must be installed in accordance with applicable national, state

and local regulations.

• The unit requires an independent power supply. See the nameplate for proper voltage

and breaker/fuse size.

• Usually an electrical permit and services of a licensed electrician are required.

F. Water Supply and Drain Connections

• This icemaker must be installed in accordance with applicable national, state, and local

regulations.

• A plumbing permit and services of a licensed plumber may be required in some areas.

• External lters, strainers, or softeners may be required depending on water quality.

Contact your local Hoshizaki Certied Service Representative for recommendations.

• Water supply pressure should be a minimum of 10 PSIG and a maximum of 113 PSIG.

If the pressure exceeds 113 PSIG, the use of a pressure reducing valve is required.

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• Water supply inlet is 1/2" female pipe thread (FPT).

• A minimum of 1/4" nominal ID copper water tubing or equivalent is required for the

icemaker water supply line. An icemaker water supply line shut-off valve and drain valve
must be installed. Be sure there is sufficient extra water supply line for the unit to be
pulled out for service.

• Icemaker drain outlet is 3/4" FPT. A minimum of 3/4" nominal ID hard pipe or equivalent

is required for the icemaker drain line. Be sure there is sufficient extra drain line for the
unit to be pulled out for service.

• Drain line must have 1/4" fall per foot (2 cm per 1 m) on horizontal runs to get good ow.
A vented tee connection is also required for proper ow.

• Drain line should not be piped directly to the sewer system. An air gap of a minimum of

2 vertical inches (5 cm) should be between the end of the drain pipe from the unit and

the oor drain.

Fig. 2

Drain Outlet
3/4" FPT

Water Supply Inlet
1/2" FPT

Piping to
approved
drain.

Floor

Shut-Off
Val ve

Drain Valve

Two-inch
(5 cm) air gap

Drain

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G. Final Checklist

1) Is the icemaker level?

2) Is the icemaker in a site where the ambient temperature is within +45°F to +100°F
(+7°C to +38°C) and the water temperature within +45°F to +90°F (+7°C to +32°C) all
year around?

3) Is there at least 24" (61 cm) clearance at top for maintenance or service?

4) Have the shipping carton and all tape and packing been removed from the icemaker?

5) Are all components, fasteners, and thumbscrews securely in place?

6) Have all electrical and piping connections been made?

7) Has the power supply voltage been checked or tested against the nameplate rating?
And has a proper ground been installed to the icemaker?

8) Are the water supply line shut-off valve and drain valve installed? Has the water
supply pressure been checked to ensure a minimum of 10 PSIG and a maximum of
113 PSIG?
Note: The icemaker may stop running when the water supply is OFF, or if the pressure

is below 10 PSIG. When the proper water pressure is reached, the icemaker will
automatically start running again.

9) Are the compressor hold-down bolts snug? Have the refrigerant lines been checked to
make sure they do not rub or touch other lines or surfaces?

10) Has the bin control switch been checked for correct operation? Move the actuator
located on the inside of the bin top panel. The compressor should stop within
90 seconds, and the gear motor within 150 seconds.

11) Has the end user been given the instruction manual, and instructed on how to operate
the icemaker and the importance of the recommended periodic maintenance?

12) Has the end user been given the name and telephone number of an authorized service
agent?

13) Has the warranty tag been lled out and forwarded to the factory for warranty
registration?

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H. Startup

CAUTION

1. All parts are factory-adjusted. Improper adjustments may result in failure.

2. If the unit is turned off, wait for at least 3 minutes before restarting the
icemaker to

1) Clean the storage bin.

2) Open the water supply line shut-off valve.

3) Make sure the power switch on the control box is in the "OFF" position. Plug the unit
into the electrical outlet.

prevent damage to the compressor.

4) Move the control switch
"ON" position to start the

5) Replace the panels in their correct positions.

to the "ICE" position and move

automatic icemaking process

the

power switch to the

.

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III. Cleaning and Maintenance

A. Cleaning and Sanitizing Instructions

IMPORTANT

Ensure all components, fasteners, and thumbscrews are securely in place after
any maintenance or cleaning is done to the equipment.

WARNING

1. Hoshizaki recommends cleaning this unit at least twice a year. More frequent
cleaning, however, may be required in some existing water conditions.

2. To prevent injury to individuals and damage to the icemaker, do not use
ammonia type cleaners.

3. Carefully follow any instructions provided with the bottles of cleaning and
sanitizing solution.

4. Always wear liquid-proof gloves to prevent the cleaning and sanitizing
solutions from coming into contact with skin.

5. Never run the icemaker when the reservoir is empty.

6. After cleaning, do not use ice made from the cleaning and sanitizing
solutions. Be careful not to leave any solution in the storage bin.

1. Cleaning Solution

Dilute 4.8 . oz. (142 ml) of Hoshizaki "Scale Away" with 0.8 gallons (3 l) of warm water.

This is a minimum amount. Make more solution if necessary.

IMPORTANT

For safety and maximum effectiveness, use the solution immediately after
dilution.

2. Cleaning Procedure

1) Close the water supply line shut-off valve.

2) Remove the panels. Move the power switch to the "OFF" position and unplug the unit
from the electrical outlet.

3) Remove all ice from the storage bin.

4) Plug the unit back in. Move the control switch to the "DRAIN" position and move the
power switch to the "ON" position to drain out the water from the icemaker.

5) After the water has drained, move the power switch to the "OFF" position. Unplug the
unit.

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6) Lift up the top insulation and unsnap the bin control assembly. Lift the assembly up
through the insulation and set it aside. See Fig. 3.

7) Remove the top insulation.

Bin Control
Assembly

Top Insulation

Fig. 3

8) Remove the thumbscrews attaching spout (B) to the bin, then remove spout (B). See
Fig. 4.

9) Remove the thumbscrews attaching spout (A) to the evaporator assembly, then remove
spout (A).

Spout
Packing (A)

Thumbscrew

Spout (A)

Extruding Head

Evaporator Assembly

Cylinder Packing

Spout (B)

Thumbscrew

Fig. 4

10) Pour the cleaning solution over the extruding head until the evaporator assembly and

the reservoir are full and the solution starts to overow into the drain pan.

Note: If there is excess scale on the extruding head, ll the evaporator assembly and

reservoir as described above, then use a clamp on the reservoir hose between

the reservoir and evaporator assembly to block ow. Pour additional cleaning uid

over the extruding head until the evaporator assembly is completely full.

11) Allow the icemaker to sit for about 10 minutes before operation. If you placed a clamp on
the reservoir hose in step 10, remove it before operation.

12) Replace all parts in their correct positions.

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13) Plug the unit back in. Move the control switch to the "ICE" position and move the power
switch to the "ON" position. Replace the panels in their correct positions and allow the
unit to make ice using the solution until it stops automatically.
Note: This unit is designed to start operating when the water reservoir is full.

14) Remove the front panel.

15) Move the control switch to the "DRAIN" position to drain the remainder of the solution.

16) After the solution has drained, move the control switch to the "ICE" position.

17) Replace the front panel in its correct position.

18) Open the water supply line shut-off valve to supply water to the reservoir.

19) When the gear motor starts, remove the front panel and move the control switch to the
"DRAIN" position to drain out the water from the icemaker.

20) After the water has drained, move the power switch to the "OFF" position and unplug
the unit.

Note: If you do not sanitize the icemaker, leave the unit plugged in with the power

switch in the "ON" position and go to step 18 in "5. Sanitizing Procedure - Final."

3. Sanitizing Solution

Dilute 2.5 . oz. (74 ml or 5 tbs) of a 5.25% sodium hypochlorite solution (chlorine bleach)

with 5 gallons (19 l) of warm water.

IMPORTANT

For safety and maximum effectiveness, use the solution immediately after
dilution.

4. Sanitizing Procedure - Initial

1) Close the water supply line shut-off valve.

2) Remove the top panel. Remove the bin control assembly from the top insulation and set
it aside. Remove the top insulation.

3) Remove the thumbscrews attaching spout (B) to the bin, then remove spout (B).

4) Remove the thumbscrews attaching spout (A) to the
evaporator assembly, then remove spout (A). Remove spout
packing (A) and the cylinder packing. See Fig. 4.

5) Pour the sanitizing solution over the extruding head until
the evaporator assembly and the reservoir are lled and the

Clip

solution starts to overow into the drain pan.

6) Lift up slightly on the clip securing the bin control switch to
the paddle assembly and slide the switch out. See Fig. 5.

Bin Control

7) Soak the spouts, packings and paddle assembly in the

Switch

sanitizing solution for 10 minutes then wipe them down.

8) Rinse the parts thoroughly, then replace all parts in their

Paddle
Assembly

Fig. 5

correct positions.

9) Plug the unit back in. Move the control switch to the "ICE" position and move the power
switch to the "ON" position. Replace the panels in their correct positions and allow the
unit to make ice using the solution until it stops automatically.

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5. Sanitizing Procedure - Final

1) Remove the front panel.

2) Move the control switch to the "DRAIN" position to drain the remainder of the solution.

3) After the solution has drained, move the power switch to the "OFF" position and unplug
the unit.

4) Remove the top panel.

5) Remove the bin control assembly from the top insulation and set it aside. Remove the
top insulation.

6) Remove the thumbscrews attaching spout (B) to the bin, then remove spout (B).

7) Remove the thumbscrews attaching spout (A) to the evaporator assembly, then remove
spout (A).

8) Pour the sanitizing solution over the extruding head until the evaporator assembly and

the reservoir are lled and the solution starts to overow into the drain pan.

9) Allow the icemaker to sit for about 10 minutes before operation.

10) Replace all parts in their correct positions.

11) Plug the unit back in. Move the control switch to the "ICE" position and move the power
switch to the "ON" position. Replace the panels in their correct positions and allow the
unit to make ice using the solution until it stops automatically.

12) Remove the front panel.

13) Move the control switch to the "DRAIN" position to drain the remainder of the solution.

14) After the solution has drained, move the control switch to the "ICE" position.

15) Replace the front panel in its correct position.

16) Open the water supply line shut-off valve to supply water to the reservoir.

17) When the gear motor starts, remove the front panel and move the control switch to the
"DRAIN" position to drain out the water from the icemaker.

18) After the water has drained, move the control switch to the "ICE" position and allow the
icemaker to run. Replace the front panel in its correct position.

19) After 30 minutes, remove the front panel and move the power switch to the "OFF"
position. Unplug the unit.

20) Pour warm water into the storage bin to melt all ice, then clean the bin liner with the
solution.

21) Rinse out any solution from the storage bin.

22) Plug the unit back in. Move the power switch to the "ON" position to start the automatic
icemaking process.

23) Replace the front panel in its correct position.

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B. Maintenance

1. This icemaker must be maintained individually, referring to the instruction
manual and labels provided with the icemaker.

2. To achieve optimum icemaker performance, the following parts need periodic
inspection and maintenance:

Extruding Head and Upper Bearing
Housing and Lower Bearing
Evaporator Cylinder
Auger
Gear Motor
Mechanical Seal

These parts should be inspected at least once a year or every 10,000
hours of operation. Their service life, however, depends on water quality and
environment. More frequent inspection and maintenance are recommended
in bad or severe water conditions.

Replacement of the following consumable parts is recommended if wear
exceeds factory recommendations:

Upper Bearing
Lower Bearing
Mechanical Seal

IMPORTANT

Consult with your local distributor about inspection and maintenance service.
To obtain the name and phone number of your local distributor, call Hoshizaki
Technical Support at 1-800-233-1940 in the USA.

1. Stainless Steel Exterior

To prevent corrosion, wipe the exterior occasionally with a clean and soft cloth. Use a
damp cloth containing a neutral cleaner to wipe off oil or dirt build up.

2. Storage Bin and Scoop

• Wash your hands before removing ice. Use the plastic scoop provided (bin accessory).

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

• Keep the scoop clean. Clean using a neutral cleaner and rinse thoroughly.

• Clean the bin liner using a neutral cleaner. Rinse thoroughly after cleaning.

3. Air Filters

Plastic mesh air lters remove dirt or dust from the air, and keep the condenser from
getting clogged. As the lters get clogged, the icemaker’s performance will be reduced.
Check the lters at least twice a month. When clogged, use warm water and a neutral
cleaner to wash the lters.

4. Condenser

Check the condenser once a year, and clean if required by using a brush or vacuum
cleaner. More frequent cleaning may be required depending on the location of the
icemaker.

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C. Preparing the Icemaker for Long Storage

CAUTION

When the icemaker is not used for two or three days under normal conditions,
it is sufficient to only move the power switch to the "OFF" position. When storing
the icemaker for extended time or in sub-freezing temperatures, turn the water
off and drain out all water from the water lines and remove the ice from the bin.
The bin should be cleaned and dried. Drain the icemaker water hoses using air
or carbon dioxide to prevent damage at sub-freezing temperatures.

1) Run the icemaker with the potable water supply line shut-off valve closed. Allow the unit
to make ice until it stops automatically.

2) Open the potable water supply line drain valve and blow the line out using compressed
air or carbon dioxide.

3) Remove the front panel and move the control switch to the "DRAIN" position to drain out
the remaining water from the icemaker.

4) After the water has drained, move the power switch to the "OFF" position and unplug
the unit.

5) Replace the front panel in its correct position.

6) Close the potable water supply line drain valve.

7) Remove all ice from the storage bin and clean the bin.

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IV. Disposal

The icemaker contains refrigerant and must be disposed of in accordance with applicable
national, state, and local codes and regulations. Refrigerant must be recovered by
properly certied service personnel.

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HOSHIZAKI AMERICA, INC.

618 Hwy. 74 S., Peachtree City, GA 30269 USA TEL [phone] FAX [phone] www.hoshizaki.com 1A2757-010

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