Ice-O-Matic CIM0430HW, CIM0436HW, CIM0526HA, CIM0520HW, CIM2047HW Installation Manual

ELEVATION SERIES CUBE ICE MAKER

CIM 300 lb through 2000 lb Cubers

Ice-O-Matic
11100 East 45th Avenue
Denver, Colorado 80239
1-800-423-3367
9081484-01 REV. J

Installation Guide and Owner’s Manual

01/2019

ELEVATION SERIES INTRODUCTION

Energy Efficiency

Ice-O-Matic has partnered with ENERGY STAR since 2004 to ensure our customers receive the most
efficient ice machines for your investment dollar. Ice-O-Matic is committed to the continuous
improvement in both energy efficiency and productivity thereby delivering the best value in energy
efficient ice machines money can buy.

For a detailed list of ENERGY STAR qualified Ice-O-Matic ice machines, go to:

http://www.iceomatic.com/Products/Sales-Literature/

Freight Claims

Inspect Promptly

This merchandise has been carefully inspected
and packed in accordance with the carrier’s
packing specifications. Responsibility for safe
delivery has been assumed by the carrier. If
loss or damage occurs, you as the consignee
must file a claim with the carrier and hold the
container for carrier’s inspection.

Visible Loss or Damage

Any external evidence of loss or damage must
be fully described and noted on your freight
bill or express receipt and signed by the
carrier’s agent. The claim should be filed on a
form available from the carrier.

Concealed Loss or Damage

If loss or damage does not appear until
merchandise has been unpacked, make a
written request for inspection by the carrier
within 5 days of the delivery date, then file a
claim on a form from the carrier.

FILE CLAIMS WITHOUT DELAY

DO NOT RETURN DAMAGED GOODS

TO ICE-O-MATIC

How to use this Manual

Ice-O-Matic provides this manual as an aid to the service technician in installation and maintenance of the
CIM Series cube ice machines. Do not attempt to perform installation, start-up or maintenance unless you
have read and fully understand this manual.

Ice-O-Matic ice-makers and dispensers are not approved for outdoor installation.

Air and water cooled ice machines are hermetically sealed and contain fluorinated greenhouse gas

R404A (GWP 3922)

For a Service Provider, please reference our “Find a Service Technician” tab at www.iceomatic.com

Keep this manual for future reference

The CIM Series Service Parts Manuals are available separately.

WARNING

Always disconnect electrical power and shut off water supply whenever maintenance or repairs are

performed on the ice machine and related equipment

CAUTION

Always wear protective eyewear whenever maintenance or repairs are performed on the ice machine

and related equipment

Ice-O-Matic Warranty

Every Ice-O-Matic ice maker is backed by a warranty that provides both parts and labor coverage. To view

the warranty details, register products, or check your warranty status visit the “Warranty and Water Filter

Registration” page on www.iceomatic.com

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ELEVATION SERIES INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

Installation Guidelines

For proper operation of the ice machine, the
following installation guidelines must be followed
by a qualified refrigeration technician. Failure to
do so may result in loss of production capacity,
premature part failures, and may void all
warranties.

Reference the installation parameters prior to
installing the machine. Ice-O-Matic assumes no
responsibility for improperly installed equipment.
Excessive time required for service or time for
units requiring removal for service of inaccessible
equipment will be the sole responsibility of the
equipment owner.

All water supply lines must be installed per local
codes. Use 3/8 inch O.D. minimum on air cooled
machines. On water cooled machines 3/8 inch O.D.
minimum tubing must be run to the condenser. The
water supply for the machine can “T” off from the
condenser line using 3/8 inch O.D. minimum
tubing. Make 2 coils of extra tubing so that the
machine can be pulled away from the wall if
service is needed.

Water Filtration/Treatment

A water filter system should be installed with the
ice machine. Refer to Ice-O-Matic water filter
specification sheet.

This appliance is not to be used 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. Children shall be
supervised and are not to play with the appliance.

Ambient Operating Temperature

Minimum operating temperature:
50°F (10°C)
Maximum operating temperature:
100°F (38°C) (60 Hz.), 110°F (43°C) (50 Hz.).

Note: Ice-O-Matic ice-makers and dispensers are not

approved for outdoor installation

Incoming Water Supply

WARNING: Connect to unheated potable water

supply only

(see Electrical and Plumbing diagrams for line sizing)

Minimum incoming water temperature:

40°F (4.5°C)

Maximum incoming water temperature:

100°F (38°C)

Minimum incoming water pressure:

20 psi (1.4 bar, 0.138MPa)

Maximum incoming water pressure:

80 psi (5.5 bar, 0.552MPa)

Note: if water pressure exceeds 80 psi (5.5 bar), a water

pressure regulator must be installed

Reverse Osmosis (RO) water can be very acidic and
can attack the evaporator and other metal in the ice
machine. Because the RO process removes all
minerals and metals from the water it can promote the
faster growth of microbial mold and slime. If RO
water is used, Ice-O-Matic recommends the water pH
is verified to be a neutral 7.0 to minimize the
corrosive effects. Incorrect cleaners, sanitizers, and
RO water that does not have a neutral pH could void

the machine’s warranty.

Drains

All drain lines must be installed per local codes.
Flexible tubing is not recommended. Route bin
drain, purge drain and water condenser drain
individually to a floor drain. The use of condensate
pumps for draining water is not recommended.
Ice-O-Matic assumes no responsibility for
improperly installed equipment.

Note: The purge drain fitting is plastic: DO

NOT apply heat to purge drain area; DO NOT

over-tighten drain connection

All drain lines must be installed per local codes.
The purge drain should be a minimum of 3/4 inch
O.D. tubing. The condenser drain on water cooled
units should be 1/2 inch O.D. minimum. The drain
line fittings on Ice-O-Matic bins are 3/4 FPT. The
bin drain should be a minimum of 3/4 inch O.D.
Cold water drains should be insulated to prevent
condensation from forming.

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ELEVATION SERIES INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

Clearance Requirements

Self-contained air cooled ice machines should have
a minimum of 6 inches (15cm) of clearance at the
rear, top, and sides for proper air circulation and
adequate space for serviceability.

Self-contained air-cooled ice machines exhaust air
out of the top and right side. There are two
alternative air exhaust options. Option A (top
exhaust bias): minimum of 6 inches (15cm) of
clearance at the rear and top of the ice machine for
proper function at maximum operating conditions.
Option B (side exhaust bias): minimum of 6 inches
(15cm) of clearance at the rear and right side of the
ice machine with a minimum of 3 inches (7.5cm)
of clearance at the top for proper function at
maximum operating conditions.

Appropriate space should be allowed for proper
serviceability of the machine. Excess time to gain
access for serviceability is not covered under
warranty.

Stacking

Ice-O-Matic does not endorse stacking ice
machines.

Dispenser Application

A thermostatic bin control kit should be installed if
the CIM Cube ice machine is placed on a
dispenser. A bin top may or may not be required
and should be secured to the dispenser.

Caution: Electrical connection must be made or a cord

installed by a qualified electrician

an electrical fire.

or there is danger of

Adjustments

Level the machine within 1/8 inch in all directions.
Check the water in the Water Sump for proper
level.
Check the ice bridge for proper thickness.

Check the Water Regulating Valve adjustment if
water cooled.

Secure the machine on top of the bin or dispenser.
Attach the ice machine to the bin with the
mounting straps provided with the bin or dispenser.
Insure that the back of the ice machine is flush with
the back of the bin. Proper functioning of the Bin
Door requires the door, when it is opened, to be in
a stable position.

If the ice machine is too far forward on the bin, the
opened door may not be stable, resulting in an
unexpected closing of the bin door. If the ice
machine is to be mounted on a bin or dispenser
other than an Ice-O-Matic, refer to the
manufacturers instructions for machine mounting.
Ice-O-Matic will not be responsible for damage or
injury that results from unexpected closing of the
bin door as a result of the ice machine being too far
forward on the bin.

Electrical Specifications

Refer to the serial plate at the rear of the ice
machine to make sure proper voltage and circuit
breaker size have been supplied. Make sure the
machine is on a dedicated circuit. European
installations require that the electrical supply fixed
wiring must be provided with a disconnect means
having a separation of at least 3mm in all poles.
The ice machines are provided without
electrical cord set and are designed and agency
approved to be permanently connected.

Units are not approved for GFI outlets

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ELEVATION SERIES REMOTE CONDENSER GUIDELINES

Remote Condenser Installation

For proper operation of the ice machine, the following installation guidelines must be followed. Failure to

do so may result in loss of production capacity, premature part failure, and may void all warranties.

Use the following for planning the placement of the remote condenser relative to the ice machine

Location Limits

Remote condenser location must not exceed ANY
of the following:

Maximum rise from the ice machine to the

remote condenser is 35 physical feet.

Maximum drop from the ice machine to

the remote condenser is 10 physical feet.
Physical line set maximum length is 75 ft.
Calculated

line set length maximum is 100

ft.
A m b i en t o p e ra t i n g te m p e r at u r e s :

-20°F (-28.9°C) to 120°F (48.9°C)

Install and attach the remote condenser to the roof
of the building using the methods and practices of
construction that conform to the local building
codes, including having a roofing contractor secure
the remote condenser to the roof.

Have an electrician connect the remote condenser
fan motor wires to the ice machine using the
junction box at the back of the machine.

Roof Attachment

Calculation Formula

Drop = dd x 6.6

(dd = drop distance (ft.))

Rise = rd x 1.7

(rd = rise distance (ft.))

Horizontal Run = hd

(hd = horizontal distance (ft.))

Calculated Line Length = Drop + Rise + Horizontal Run

Configurations that do NOT meet these

requirements must receive written authorization

from Ice-O-Matic. This includes multi-pass or rack

system remote condensers

DO NOT: Route a line set that rises, then falls, then
rises or a line set that falls, then rises, then falls

Remote Condenser Location

Pre-charged line sets are available in 25, 40, or 75
foot length to connect the ice machine to the
remote condenser. Select the best available
location, protecting the remote condenser from
extremes of dirt, dust and sun. Meet all applicable
building codes. The services of a licensed
electrician may be required.

Pre-charged Line Set Routing

CAUTION: Do not connect the pre-charged tubing
until all routing and forming of the tubing has been

completed. See the coupling instructions for

connecting information

Each set of pre-charged tubing refrigerant lines
consists of a 3/8 diameter liquid line and 1/2 inch
diameter discharge line. Both ends of each line
have quick connect couplings, one end of the line
set has a Schrader valve connection.

Note: the openings in the building or ceiling or wall,

listed in the next step, are the minimum sizes

recommended for passing the refrigerant lines through.

Have a roofing contractor cut a minimum hole for
the refrigerant lines of 2.50 inch. Check local
codes, a separate hole may be required for the
electrical power to the condenser.

CAUTION: DO NOT KINK OR CRIMP

REFRIGERANT TUBING WHEN INSTALLING

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ELEVATION SERIES REMOTE CONDENSER GUIDELINES

Route the refrigerant lines through the roof
opening. Follow straight line routing whenever
possible. Any excess tubing MUST remain with
the building. Spiral the excess length of pre­charged tubing inside the building. Use a
horizontal spiral to avoid any traps in the lines.
Have the roofing contractor seal the holes in the
roof per local codes.

The following remote ice makers incorporate the Mixing Valve in the condenser. This configuration allows
up to a 100 foot calculated remote line set run. Reference the diagram on the next page to calculate the
maximum 100 ft. line set run. Maximum actual line set run is limited to 100 ft. Add 1/4 oz. of refrigerant
for each actual foot from 75 to 100 ft. actual line set run.

CAUTION: The couplings on the sets of pre-charged

lines are self sealing when installed properly.

Carefully follow the instructions in the Remote

Condenser manual

CIM Machine Model Number Remote Condenser Model Number

CIM0530R VRC1001B/RCA1001

CIM0535R VRC1061B/RCA1061

CIM0636R VRC1061B/RCA1061

CIM0825R/0826R/0835R/0836R/0837R

VRC2061B/RCA2061

CIM1125R/1126R/1135R/1136R/1137R VRC2061B/RCA2061

CIM1446R/1447R VRC2661/RCA3061

CIM1545R/1845R VRC2661/RCA3061

CIM2046R/2047R VRC5061B/RCA3561

*Verify the CIM machine is compatible with the remote condenser.

For more information contact your Ice-O-Matic distributor

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