RF-1279R Low-Side/Rack Flake Ice Machine
Model
RF-1279R
Standard Features
A Low-side/Rack Flake Ice Machine System consists
of ice machine head section, ice storage unit, and
interconnecting refrigerant lines—all ordered
separately which connect into the store supplied
centralized condensing system often called a
rack. The rack system is shared by a variety of low
side refrigeration equipment within the store like
refrigerated food and beverage display cases and
glass door freezer displays.
• Up to 1092 lbs. (495 kgs) daily ice production.
• Only 25.2” (64 cm) wide.
• Evaporator is designed for maximum quality and
operating life.
• Flake Ice is perfect for food display, salad bars and
cold therapy/healthcare.
• Ice forms around object without bruising and holds
objects in place without tipping/spilling.
• Noise is removed from the ice making area
promoting a relaxing atmosphere.
• Ice machine is lighter in weight to simplify
installation.
• Stainless steel exterior has a clean and modern look
R F-1279R Low-Side/Rack Flake Ice Machine on B-570 Bin
to enhance the display in any self-serve environment.
RF-1279R Low-Side/Rack Flake Ice Machine
Ice Shape
Flake ice is small hard bits
of ice ideally suited for
presentation applications.
2110 South 26th Street
PO Box 1720
Manitowoc, WI 54221-1720 USA
Tel: 1.920.682.0161
Fax: 1.920.683.7589
YEAR PARTS
www.manitowocice.com
ICE MAKER
YEAR LABOR
UL STD 563
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 120
SANITATION
RF-1279R Low-Side/Rack Flake Ice Machine
RF-1279R Ice Machine
25.20" (64.00 cm)
A
Electrical Entrance (2) Options
B
3/8” F.P.T. Ice Making Water Inlet
C
1/2” M.P.T. Ice Making Water Drain
Bin Adapter
B-570 K-00404*
B-970 K-00405
F-700 K-302500
F-1300 K-482500
F-1325 K-602500
FC-1350 K-612500
* K-00404 included standard with purchase of RF-1278C flake ice machine
Ice Machine Electric
208-230/60/1, 50 Hz version also available
Minimum circuit ampacity: 1.4
Max. fuse size: 15 amps
HACR-type circuit breakers can be
used in place of fuses.
A
18.50" (47.00 cm)
(70.00 cm)
27.56"
Specifications
B
E
C
Shipping Weight:
186 lbs. / 84.5 kgs
Refrigerant: R404A and R507
Refrigerating Capacity: 7100 BTUH
Operating Limits:
• A mbient Temperature Range:
50°-110°F (10°-43°C)
• Water Temperature Range:
37°-90°F (3°-32°C)
• Water Pressure Ice Maker
Water In:
Min. 14 psi (96.5 kPA)
Max. 80 psi (551.1 kPA)
Installation Information and Dimensions:
Maximum Line Length—
100’ (30.5 m)*
Maximum Vertical Rise*—
35’ (10.7 m) above ice machine.
Maximum Vertical Drop—
15’ (4.5 m) below ice machine.
*A rise over 20’ (6 m) requires S-Trap Kit K-00172 - ordered separately
Low-Side Rack Ice Machine
Ice Production
24 Hours*
70°Air/
50°F Water
Model
RF-1279R Flake
* ice production based on 404A refrigerant
Order ice storage bin separately. Will not accept AuCS accessory.
2110 South 26th Street
PO Box 1720
Manitowoc, WI 54221-1720 USA
Ice
Shape
21°Air/
10°C Water
1092 lbs. 958 lbs.
495 kgs 435 kgs 45 L
90°Air/
70°F Water
32°Air/
21°C Water
Tel: 1.920.682.0161
Fax: 1.920.683.7589
www.manitowocice.com
Power Usage
kWh/100 lbs.@
90°Air/70°F
32°Air/21°C Water
1.50
Potable
Usage / 100 lbs.
45.4 kgs of Ice
Water
12 Gal.
Standard
Interconnecting Tubing
Line Length Weight
Model
RC-21 20 6 12 5
RC-31 30 9 20 9
RC-51 50 15 28 13
ft. m lbs. kgs
4827 ©2011 Manitowoc 5/11 Continuing product improvement may necessitate change of specifications without notice.