Scotsman CME1856W Owner’s Manual

Introduction

CME1856W

This product manual contains the information needed for the setup, installation, initial start up, sanitation and maintenance of this ice machine. Keep it for future reference.

This machine incorporates advanced technology, including a scroll compressor.

Be certain that the information applies to the model in question. If no model is listed, the information applies to all models.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Specifications ············ PAGE2

Ice Machine Layouts ········· PAGE3

Pre-Installation ············ PAGE4

Location & Assembly ········ PAGE5

Bin Control: Installation ······· PAGE6

Bin Control ·············· PAGE7

For The Installer: ·········· PAGE8

Electrical ··············· PAGE9

Plumbing ··············· PAGE10

Stacking Kit - KSCME6-LG-B ···· PAGE11

Stacking ··············· PAGE12

After Utility Connections ······· PAGE13

This manual is organized in the same way as the expected use of the machine, it begins with specifications, goes thru unpacking and setup, shows where everything is; continues with initial start up, then describes how it works. After that is the sanitation section, followed by service diagnosis and repair.

All Scotsman CM3models, like this one, feature Scotsman’s AutoIQ™ control system and ReliaClean™ water system cleaning process.

Additional Maintenance ······· PAGE25

Additional Maintenance: Water Distributors

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Additional Maintenance: Inlet Water Valve Screen

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Additional Maintenance: Ice Sensors, Condenser

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Service Diagnosis: Diagnostic Light Analysis

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Service Diagnosis ·········· PAGE30

Service Diagnosis: Components · · · PAGE 31

Service Diagnosis ·········· PAGE32

Operational Characteristics: CME1856W

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Component Location and Function · PAGE 14

System Controller ·········· PAGE15

Initial Start Up ············ PAGE16

Adjustments ············· PAGE17

How To Operate The Controller · · · PAGE 18

How The Electronic Cuber Works · · PAGE 19

How The Electronic Cuber Works · · PAGE 20

Startup: Three Phase Compressor · PAGE 21

Technicians Only: Freeze Cycle Sequence

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Technicians Only: Harvest Cycle Sequence & Other Notes ············· PAGE23

Sanitation and Cleaning ······· PAGE24

Printed on recycled paper.

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Suction Pressure ·········· PAGE34

Removal and Replacement ····· PAGE35

Removal and Replacement ····· PAGE36

Controller Features & Last Error Recall

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Removal and Replacement: System Controller

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Removal and Replacement: ···· PAGE39

Removal and Replacement ····· PAGE40

Refrigerant ·············· PAGE41

Liquid Charging ··········· PAGE42

Before Calling for Service ······ PAGE43

Index ················· PAGE44

Service parts list & wiring diagrams located

in the middle of this manual.

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CME1856W

Specifications

This ice machine is designed to be installed indoors, in a controlled environment. While it can operate satisfactorily under a wide variety of conditions, do NOT operate the machine in temperatures it has not been designed for. Do NOT operate the machine above or below the voltage limits for the particular model. Do NOT operate the machine with too little or too much water pressure.

Operational Limits

Minimum Maximum

Air Temperature 50oF. 100oF.

Potable Water Supply Temperature

Condenser Water Inlet Temperature

Water Pressure 20 psi 80 psi

Voltage (60 Hz) 197 253

Scotsman reserves the right to make design changes and/or improvements at any time. Specifications and designs are subject to change without notice.

40oF. 100oF.

Bins:

All models will fit a standard, 48" wide or wider open top Scotsman Ice Storage Bin. Some examples are:

BH900

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BH1370

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BH1356

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BH1650

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BH1000 (requires kit KBT21)

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In addition, there may be other bins that can be used, check Scotsman’s sales literature for application information.

Note: Slope-front bins must have an internal baffle. Scotsman BH900 and BH1000 have the required baffle. Baffle must be approximately in the position shown in the diagram below.

Baffle

Scotsman assumes no liability or responsibility of any kind for products manufactured by Scotsman that have been altered in any way, including the use of any parts and/or other components not specifically approved by Scotsman.

BASIC INFORMATION

Model Number Dimensions

WxDxH

(w/o bin)

CME1856WS-32 48½“x24"x28” 208-230/60/1

CME1856WS-3 same 208-230/60/3

*Condenser only @90/70

Basic Electrical (volts/Hz/phase)

12.0"

Side View

Condenser Water Supply

GPH 107* 60 30 40

GPH 107* 60 20 30

Refrigerant Charge R-404A

Minimum Circuit Ampacity

Maximum Fuse Size

4.0"

If the numbers on the nameplate are different than the above, use the nameplate’s information.

The stacking kit required to place two like model cubers together is: KSCME6-LG-B.

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Ice Machine Layouts

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Pre-Installation

Other Applications:

Check sales literature for additional information.

Electrical:

Check the nameplate for electrical requirements. The nameplate is located on the back of the ice machine. If the information on the nameplate is different from other published information, go by the nameplate data.

While the model and serial number are on the nameplate, a serial number plate is located at the front of the machine, behind the left front panel and to the right of the purge valve.

Nameplate

Serial Number Plate

Water:

There is no such thing as pure water. All water contains some impurities. There are two ways water carries the impurities: suspended and dissolved. Suspended solids can be filtered out. Dissolved solids must be diluted or treated. Water filters are recommended to remove suspended solids. Some filters have treatment in them for suspended solids. Check with a water treatment service for a recommendation.

Cube Ice machines use more water than what ends up in the bin as ice. While most water is used during ice making, a portion is designed to “rinse" out the water system to keep hard water scale from clogging up the machine. That water rinse, combined with water filters, prolongs the times between needed water system cleaning.

Service Technicians come set from the factory with at a “Standard” water rinse. Standard water rinse is designed to be compatible with typical water conditions. The ReliaClean™ water system provides an adjustment method so the amount of water rinsed out of the machine per cycle can be changed. If the prior ice machine worked acceptably well with the local water conditions, leave the machine at the factory setting. If severe water conditions are present, and water filters do not solve the problem acceptably, adjust the machine to use more water. If water conditions are excellent, adjust the machine to use less water. See the Adjustments section.

: All models covered here

Note: Water use adjustments are customer convenience adjustments; they are NOT factory defects and are NOT covered by warranty.

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Location & Assembly

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Locate the ice machine indoors. A 6 inch minimum clearance on the back and left sides is required for the proper operation and service of this machine.

Unpacking and Assembly:

Begin with unpacking the ice storage bin. Remove the carton, and using part of the carton as a cushion, tip the bin on its back to remove the skid and attach the legs or casters. Note: Stacked

applications may not use casters.

Return the bin to an upright position. Check the bin top gasket for gaps and tears, fill any in with food grade sealant prior to placing the ice machine on the bin.

Note: If recycling a prior bin, be sure that the bin top gasket is in good condition or seal the ice machine to the bin with food grade sealant.

Level the top edge of the bin front to back and left to right.

If the ice machine has not been unpacked, do so now. Remove the carton from the skid. Remove shipping straps.

Cabinet Panel Removal:

1. Remove the front panel by removing the two screws connecting the front panel to the machine.

2. Lift up at the front edge and push the top panel back until it releases from the tabs connecting it to the back panel.

Remove the front and left panels. Remove the compressor shipping brackets and all packaging materials.

After all packing materials have been removed from the ice machine, lift or hoist the machine onto the bin. Align the sides and back of the machine with the sides and back of the bin.

Secure the ice machine to the bin with the two metal straps and 4 bolts provided.

3. Remove two screws at the front of each side panel, and pull them forward until they release from the tabs connecting them to the back panel.

Evaporator Cover:

To Remove

Evaporator Cover:

Push Up and Tilt Out

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Bin Control: Installation

The bin control is a thermostat. It must be field installed after the ice machine has been placed on the bin.

Before starting, remove the left front panel and any baffle in the bin.

1. Locate bin thermostat bulb.

2. Route bulb thru routing tube (located between the compressor and the reservoir).

3. Locate bin thermostat bracket.

4. Carefully position the thermostat bulb on the bracket (see the diagram on the next page).

5. Fasten the bracket to the bottom of the ice machine with the two 3-pronged knobs supplied with the unit.

6. Pull back into the ice machine any excess capillary tubing.

7. Return the baffle to the bin and continue with the installation.

Note: If the machine is located at an altitude higher than 2,000 ft., adjust the thermostat by removing the plastic cover and rotating the adjustment screw per the table.

Bin Thermostat Altitude Correction Table

CW Turns of Range Screw (under plastic cover)

Feet Turns Feet Turns

2000 55

4000 160

6000 250

8000 340

9000 385

10000 405

Use This Table to Adjust Thermostat

Bin

Thermostat

Body

Bin Thermostat Bulb

Thermostat Bulb

Routing Tube

Route Bin Thermostat Bulb Into Bin

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Bin Control

Bin Thermostat

Bracket

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Bin Thermostat Capillary Tube

Mount Bulb Here

Minimize Excess

Tube in Bin

Attach Thermostat Bulb to Bracket

Three-Pronged Knob

Thermostat and

Bracket

Attach Bracket to Bottom of Ice Machine

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For The Installer:

Cooling Tower Applications:

This unit requires no special modifications for use on a cooling tower. However, the sizing of the cooling tower requires the heat of rejection and the pressure drop across the ice machine’s water cooling circuit (water regulating valve and condenser).

Heat of Rejection: 27,400 BTUH - Peak

Pressure Drop: 7 psi

Maximum water temp into condenser: 110oF.

Peak GPM at 110oF:9-10

GPH at 110/100: 372

GPH at 90/70: 107

GPH at 70/50: 59

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Electrical

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All models must be installed with the correct wire size and type per the National Electric Code. Locate the nameplate on the back of the cabinet and find the numbers for Voltage, Phase, Minimum Circuit Ampacity and Maximum Fuse Size. Either fuses or HACR type circuit breakers may be used.

The ice maker is designed to operate on its own electrical circuit and must be individually fused. Voltage variation must not exceed the limits listed on page 2.

Electrical connections are made in the junction box in the back of the cabinet.

1. Remove the junction box cover.

2. Knock out one hole for a field supplied strain relief.

3. Install wires and strain relief per code.

4. Connect to wires and secure ground wire to ground screw inside junction box.

All external wiring should conform to the national, state and local electrical code requirements. Usually an electrical permit and the services of a licensed electrician will be required.

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CME1856W

Plumbing

All models require an adequate potable water supply, a condenser water supply and a gravity drain. The recommendations for tubing are:

All Drain Tubing Material must be RIGID. Flexible tubing will eventually kink and cause a restricted drain.

Potable water supply to be

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Condenser water supply to be ½" OD.

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Reservoir drain to be

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Condenser drain to be ½” OD, non vented

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" OD.

" OD and vented

Note: When replacing a prior ice machine, do not take a short cut and reuse the old inlet and drain system. INSTALL A NEW SYSTEM.

Supply:

All models have 1 potable water supply connection,

" male flare at the back of the cabinet. Connect

to cold potable water that has adequate pressure.

Note: Using water supply tubing smaller than

will cause severe operational issues.

The water cooled condenser requires an additional supply line.

Water Filters:

The water filters must flow at least 2.7 GPM or they will cause severe operational issues. Check with the filter manufacturer. When replacing a prior ice machine, do NOT assume that the water flow capacity of the filter will be adequate. Filtering the condenser water supply is not recommended.

Drain:

Connect a

" drain tube to the reservoir drain

fitting at the back of the cabinet. Use only RIGID TUBING. Flexible tubing may be easily kinked or become cracked.

The reservoir drain tube must be vented at the back of the cabinet. Use an 18" high vent.

Connect a ½” drain tube to the condenser drain at the back of the cabinet. Do not vent this drain.

The ice storage bin will have a drain out the back or base, depending upon the model.

The drains for the ice machine and the ice storage bin must be SEPARATE or the ice machine’s drain water may run into the bin and MELT THE ICE.

Insulation is recommended for the ice machine reservoir and bin drains.

Follow all applicable codes

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Stacking Kit - KSCME6-LG-B

CME1856W

Only like models may be stacked. Begin after the bottom unit has been placed on the ice storage bin and secured. Stacking requires heavy duty leg kits. Casters are NOT recommended.

Note: Instructions are for either model.

Bottom Machine:

1. Remove front panel, left side panel, and top panel.

2. Remove & discard top cover from over the freezing compartment.

3. Install gasket materials to freezing compartment:

Cut about 22" of gasket material from the roll in the kit. Apply it to the back side top edge of the freezing compartment.

Cut two lengths of gasket material to fit the right side top edge of the freezing compartment and apply them.

4. Place a bead of food grade sealant to the top of the back wall’s gasket.

5. Place the shield bracket (has a large hole in the center) from the kit over the center of the freezing compartment.

Insert the tabs of the bracket into slots on the back of the unit.

6. Secure bracket at the front with screws from the kit.

7. Hang the plastic shields from the bracket installed in the prior step. Use the slots in the shields to hang them from the stainless steel hooks.

Note: The notch in the bottom of the shield goes to the front.

11. Remove two existing screws and secure the bracket to the: freezing compartment, back panel and front channel with the 2 existing screws and 1 large and 4 small screws from the kit.

Both Machines:

12. Place the top ice machine onto the bottom one. Secure together with hardware from the top machine. Remove left front and left side panels.

13. At the back of the ice machines, on the compressor end, remove the upper knock-out from the bottom machine and the lower knock out from the upper machine.

14. Place a strain relief (from the kit) into each hole.

15. Insert wire harness from kit thru strain-relief and hole in upper corner of the lower ice machine’s back panel.

NOTE: Harness is marked which end goes to which machine.

Bottom Machine:

16. Remove harness from controller terminal 7 and bin thermostat.

17. Route wire harness in lower ice machine to the controller. Connect to terminal #7. Plug the two free wires onto the thermostat terminals #1 and #2.

18. Return left side panel to its original position on the lower ice machine.

Top Machine:

19. Remove harness from controller terminal 7.

20. Route wire harness thru upper unit’s lower knock-out hole and strain relief and continue internally to the controller. Plug wire onto terminal 7 of the controller.

Note: The tabs on the shields must fit inside the ice outlet port.

8. Check the position of the shields. They must move freely and be vertical.

Note: The suction line may need to be moved slightly so the tubing clears the bracket & shields.

9. Place a bead of food grade sealant onto the top left edge of the freezing compartment.

10. Install the front-to-back support bracket over the left edge of the freezing compartment.

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21. Return all panels and covers to their normal positions.

22. Complete the balance of the installation.

Service Notes:

A. The shields must be positioned so they hang vertically and move freely left to right. Their purpose is to guide the ice past the bottom machine’s evaporators and into its cube port.

B. The drain lines from each ice machine must be kept separate.

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Stacking

Gasket on Plastic

Walls of Lower Unit

Gasket for Metal

Edges of Bottom

Unit

Front-to-Back

Support Bracket

Mounting Straps

and Hardware

Shield Hanger

Bracket

Shield

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After Utility Connections

1. Wash out the bin. If desired, the interior of the bin could be sanitized.

2. Locate the ice scoop (if supplied) and have it available for use when needed.

3. Go thru the final check list (below).

Final Check List:

___ 1. Is the unit located indoors in a

controlled environment?

___ 2. Has all the plastic covering the panels

been removed?

___ 3. Has the correct electrical power

(voltage and phase) been supplied to the machine?

___ 4. Have all the water supply connections

been properly made with the correct size tubing?

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___ 5. Have all the drain connections been

properly made?

___ 6. Has the unit been leveled? Level the

unit at the bin.

___ 7. Have all unpacking materials been

removed?

___ 8. Is the water pressure adequate?

___ 9. Is the machine secured to the ice

storage bin?

___ 10. Is the bin control system been properly

installed?

___ 11. Have the drain connections been

checked for leaks?

___ 12. Has the bin interior been wiped clean or

sanitized?

___ 13. Have any water filter cartridges been

replaced?

___ 14. Check all refrigerant lines and conduit

lines, for vibration or rubbing and possible failure. Adjust as needed.

___ 15. Proceed to Initial Start Up.

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Component Location and Function

Reservoir: Contains the water used to make ice.

Water Inlet Valve: Opens to allow water into the

reservoir.

Evaporators/Freezing Compartment: Location of the evaporators. Ice forms on the evaporators and is released when warmed up during the harvest cycle. The freezing compartment is fully insulated for maximum efficiency.

Cube Deflectors: The slots in the inclined deflectors let the water falling from the evaporators back into the reservoir, but when ice falls during harvest, the ice slides off into the bin.

Water Pump: Forces the water from the reservoir to the top of the evaporators. The motor is kept separate from the water to minimize contact with moisture.

Hot Gas Valve: Closed during freeze, it opens during harvest to divert hot discharge refrigerant gas into the inlet of the evaporators.

Purge Valve: Opens during the first part of harvest, when the water pump restarts the water in the reservoir is diverted to the drain.

Water Cooled Condenser: A counter-flow cupro-nickel condenser. Supply water is heated by refrigerant gas until the gas condenses.

Water Regulating Valve. Controls the amount of water flowing into the condenser to maintain a constant discharge pressure during the Freeze cycle.

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System Controller

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Indicator Lights:

Bin Full: On when bin is full, goes on and

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off as ice falls during a harvest cycle. Freeze: On when the unit is in the Freeze

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cycle, blinks when a freeze cycle is pending. Harvest: On when the unit is in the Harvest

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cycle. Clean: On when the unit is in the Clean

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cycle. Off: On when the unit has been switched off,

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blinks when the machine is preparing to shut off.

Water: On when the controller has identified

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a problem with the water system. Refrigeration: On when the controller has

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identified a problem with the refrigeration system.

LOW VOLTAGE IN/OUT

WATER VALVE

HOT GAS VALVE

PURGE VALVE TIMER

CONTACTOR COIL

Cycle Definitions:

Freeze: The refrigeration system is

•

operating to remove heat from the evaporators. The compressor and water pump are ON.

Harvest: The refrigeration and water

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systems are operating to harvest the ice cubes. While the compressor is on for the full cycle, the water pump will be off at the beginning and the inlet water valve will switch off before the end.

Clean: Water valve opens to fill the

•

reservoir. The Water pump starts. The Clean indicator light is switched ON. A manually initiated rinse cycle flushes the system.

HI VOLTAGE IN/OUT

WATER PUMP

STACKING and/or

THERMOSTAT

RESERVOIR & DISCHARGE

LINE THERMISTORS

ICE SENSOR

RESERVOIR WATER

LEVEL SENSOR

FACTORY USE

PUSH BUTTON

CONTROL SWITCHES

INDICATOR LIGHTS:

BIN FULL

FREEZE

HARVEST

CLEAN

OFF

DIAGNOSTIC LIGHTS:

WATER

REFRIGERATION

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Initial Start Up

1. Remove the front and left side panels.

2. Check that the compressor shipping brackets have been removed.

3. Connect electrical power.

4. Locate the Controller and note which color housing it has, blue or black.

5. When a controller receives power for the first time after having been switched Off it goes through a start up routine, the routine used depends on the color of the housing. Black housings flash on & off. Blue housings blink while the Freeze and Clean lights are displayed (to verify it’s using the correct program), after that the Bin Full and Off lights will be on for a few seconds. The Bin Full light then switches off.

6. After the start up routine the Off light on the controller will be glowing.

7. Open the water supply valve(s).

8. Push and release the Freeze cycle push button (the Freeze indicator light will blink until the compressor starts).

Initial Start (30 seconds)

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The Freeze light will blink.

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The hot gas solenoid valve will be open.

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The purge valve will be open

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The water pump will be on

•

After 30 seconds, the hot gas valve closes

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The purge valve will shut and the inlet water valve will open to fill the reservoir.

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The compressor starts.

Note: Three Phase Units (Scroll Compressor). If at start up the compressor makes a louder than expected noise and does not begin to cool the evaporators or suction line, the compressor motor is likely running backwards. See page 21.

Freeze Cycle

The Freeze indicator light will be on. The unit will be in a Freeze cycle for many minutes.

•

The pump will stop for a few seconds a few minutes into the freeze cycle

•

The freeze cycle will continue until the water level in the reservoir drops to its factory set point, the first time that happens the water valve will re-fill the reservoir. The second time it starts the Harvest Cycle.

: the two red lights

: all lights

Harvest Cycle:

The Harvest indicator light will be ON,

•

The hot gas valve will open.

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The purge valve will be open for 74 seconds.

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The pump is off, it will restart in < 74

•

seconds. The purge valve closes.

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The Inlet water valve opens for a short time

•

The Bin Full indicator light will go on and off

•

as ice falls from the evaporators.

Note: Up to 72 hours of compressor run time may be needed to achieve rated performance.

9. After about 6 minutes (first cycle after any restart) the machine will return to a freeze cycle.

Note: After the first harvest, the controller will adjust the harvest time as needed to release all ice.

10. The reservoir refills at the beginning of Freeze.

11. Fill out the Customer Evaluation and Warranty Registration. Send it to Scotsman.

12. Return all panels to their normal positions.

13. Inform the user of the location and telephone number of the local service company. Inform the user of the required maintenance of the machine.

Operational Notes:

1. The machine will only shut off on Bin Full at the end of the Harvest Cycle after the bin fills. That last harvest cycle will be about 5 minutes long.

2. After switching off on Bin Full, if ice is removed from the bin, the machine will not restart until it has been off for 4 minutes. If the Freeze button is pushed, the machine will restart immediately.

3. If the bin controls sense a bin full signal before any water is used (float stem up), the machine will shut off on bin full.

4. When shutting off, the compressor will run for 30 seconds (everything else is off) and then switch off.

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Adjustments

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If there was a problem during Initial Start Up:

If a diagnostic light came on, check the following.

1. Water.

A water error could have been determined by the System Controller if the inlet water valve does not fill the reservoir or if the water pump does not start and lower the water level in the reservoir. If either condition is found, the water error light will be switched on and the machine will Shut Down.

2. Refrigeration.

A refrigeration error could have been determined by the System Controller if the water temperature did not drop during the freeze cycle. The Controller will next check the compressor discharge temperature. If the discharge temperature is too low, the refrigerant error light will be switched on, and the machine will Shut Down.

Note: The machine can be reset and restarted by pushing and releasing the Off push button switch, and then pushing and releasing the freeze push button switch.

Thermostatic Expansion Valve:

The TXV is not adjustable, do not attempt to adjust it.

How to Adjust the Amount of Water Purge

Adjustment is done by use of the control buttons on the System Controller. Examine the next section to become familiar with the System Controller before beginning.

1. If the machine is on, push and hold the OFF button for more than 3 seconds, then release it. This switches the machine Off.

2. Push and hold the OFF button for more than 3 seconds (just until all Lights flash on) then release it. Do not hold it in it too long.

3. Examine the green Lights. They should have all flashed once, then certain ones will have turned on to indicate which purge level the machine is set at. There are 5 levels of purge available:

1. Maximum Purge is when All 5 lights are

•

ON. Use for extreme water conditions. Note: This setting may extend the Harvest cycle and reduce capacity.

2. Heavy Purge is when these 4 lights are

•

ON: Freeze moderate to severe water conditions. This setting may extend the Harvest cycle and reduce capacity.

•

3. Standard Purge (factory setting) is when these 3 lights are ON: Harvest Use for typical water conditions.

•

4. Moderate Purge is when these 2 lights are ON: Clean conditions.

•

5. Minimum Purge is when this light is ON: Off

. For excellent water conditions.

Adjust by pushing and releasing the Freeze button. Pushing and releasing the Freeze button increases the purge one level up to the maximum, then it goes to the minimum.

, Harvest, Clean,Off. Use for

, Clean,Off.

,Off. This is for good water

Typical Ice Level When Unit Shuts Off

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4. The machine will automatically restart after 60 seconds of no switch inputs, or restart the machine by pushing in and holding the Off button for more than 3 seconds, then releasing it. The unit will then be Off. From there the machine may be placed in a freeze cycle by pushing and releasing the Freeze button.

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How To Operate The Controller

The Controller is a microprocessor based device that receives input from several sources and switches various components on and off.

Its manual control is thru the use of the Push Button Control Switches

1. Freeze Button. Pushing and releasing this button starts or restarts the machine. The System Controller remembers what cycle it was last in and returns to that cycle.

2. Harvest Button: Pushing and releasing this button will cause the machine to go directly to a Harvest Cycle. Can be done from Freeze or Off. The machine will switch Off at the end of the Harvest cycle.

3. Clean Button: Pushing and releasing this button will cause the machine to empty the reservoir, refill and leave only the water pump on for circulation of ice machine cleaner. After the ice machine cleaner has circulated for about 10 minutes a second push of this button will switch on the rinsing system to flush out the dissolved scale and ice machine cleaner.

4. Off Button: Pushing and releasing this button will switch the machine OFF at the end of the next cycle. If the button is pushed and HELD for more than 3 seconds, the unit will switch off immediately.

To Reset: First push and release the Off button, then push and release the Freeze button.

PUSH BUTTON

CONTROL SWITCHE

INDICATOR LIGHTS:

BIN FULL

FREEZE

HARVEST

CLEAN

OFF

DIAGNOSTIC LIGHTS:

WATER

REFRIGERATION

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How The Electronic Cuber Works

This section is intended for the technician. It is not necessary for the normal operation and maintenance of the machine.

Refrigeration System:

Freeze Cycle: Heat is removed from the water and discharged out the condenser during the freeze cycle. As liquid refrigerant passes thru the Thermostatic Expansion Valve, it enters the top of the evaporators, and ice will form at the top first.

Water Cooled Condenser

Distributor

Thermostatic Expansion Valve

When cubes need to be released (Harvest) the Hot Gas Valve is opened and Hot discharge gas flows directly from the compressor to the evaporator inlets.

This warms up the evaporators and the surface of the ice frozen to the evaporator surface melts. Ice then falls into the bin.

Hot Gas Header

Discharge Line

Compressor

Liquid Line

Evaporator

Heat

Exchange

Evaporator

Accumulator

Hot Gas

Valve

Evaporator

Refrigeration Schematic

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How The Electronic Cuber Works

Water System:

Freeze:

The water pump forces water to the top of the evaporators. The un-frozen water falls thru the cube deflectors and back into the reservoir. As water is turned into ice, the water level in the reservoir falls, and the machine will re-fill the reservoir once during the freeze cycle.

At the point where the cubes are fully formed, the water level sensor indicates to the System Controller that it is time to begin the Harvest cycle.

Harvest:

At the beginning of Harvest, the water pump shuts off and the purge valve opens. The purge valve remains open for 74 seconds. No water will drain until the water pump restarts. The water pump will start at a variable time depending upon the amount of water rinse that has been set.

After the purge valve has closed, the inlet water valve opens and water flows into the ice machine. The water valve will NOT be open the complete length of the harvest cycle.

The inlet water valve will “top off” the reservoir at the beginning of the next freeze cycle.

The Controller operates the ice machine by monitoring several input measures and switching various loads on and off.

Controller Inputs:

1. Reservoir water temperature. This is measured by a thermistor located in the water pump outlet.

2. Discharge line temperature. This is measured by a thermistor located on the compressor discharge line.

3. Water level. This is measured by an infrared sensor and float. The float rises and falls with the water level, and switches the sensor on and off as it moves.

4. Bin fill level. The thermostat in the bin is used to switch the machine on and off. The electric eyes in the cube outlet port will also control the machine if the bin thermostat sticks in an ON position.

5. Time to last cube. This is measured by a set of electric eyes in the cube outlet port. During harvest individual ice cubes pass between the photo-electric eyes and the interruption of the signal from the emitter to the receiver signals to the controller that ice is being released.

5. Time. The controller measures and compares how long it takes for various events to happen. It stores that data for future reference.

Controller Outputs:

A. 24 volt:

•

B. High Voltage

•

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1. Lights

2. Inlet water valve

3. Hot Gas Valve

4. Contactor Coil

1. Water Pump

2. Purge Valve

Startup: Three Phase Compressor

All three phase motors can operate in either rotor rotation direction depending upon how power is supplied to the motor.

However, a THREE PHASE scroll compressor will not work properly if run BACKWARDS.

If a three phase ice machine’s compressor is making an unusually loud noise and the ice machine does not appear to be refrigerating the water, it’s likely that it’s running backwards.To fix this two of the three compressor motor leads need to be reversed.

1. Disconnect electrical power.

Electrical Shock Hazard

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Disconnect electrical power before beginning

2. Remove left front panel.

3. Pull off compressor terminal cover.

4. Locate terminals, switch any two wires.

5. Return compressor terminal cover to its original position.

6. Reconnect electrical power.

7. Push freeze button, compressor will start and soon begin to cool the evaporators.

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Technicians Only: Freeze Cycle Sequence

Assuming the machine has been operational, the Freeze cycle begins with the end of the Harvest Cycle:

Water Inlet Valve is Closed

•

Water Pump is ON

•

Compressor is ON

•

Hot Gas Valve is Open

•

System Controller Operation, Beginning freeze:

1. Switches on Freeze indicator light and shuts off the hot gas valve.

2. Opens the water valve to top off the reservoir. The controller checks that water fills the reservoir, if it does not fill up within 250 seconds, the controller shuts the machine down. It will automatically try to restart in 20 minutes.

3. Measures and stores the discharge temperature.

4. If the discharge temperature exceeds the design maximum, shuts the machine down on a Refrigeration Error.

5. Checks for a “bin full" signal throughout the cycle.

6. Measures the reservoir water temperature. If the machine is operating correctly, the reservoir water temperature will fall at a standard rate. The Controller will be checking to see if the water temperature fall matches that rate.

8. As the machine makes ice, the water level in the reservoir will ultimately fall to the Harvest Level. The first time that happens per freeze cycle the inlet water valve is re-opened and the reservoir is refilled. The next time it happens, the unit will go into a harvest cycle.

Note: If the freeze cycle exceeds the preset Maximum (36 minutes), the Controller will Shut Down the machine and switch on the Refrigeration Light.

9. The end of Freeze cycle will see the machine in this state:

Water level = below harvest position

•

Water inlet valve will be off

•

Water pump will be ON

•

Compressor will be ON

•

Hot gas valve will be off

•

At this point Harvest begins and the System Controller switches the Harvest indicator light ON.

Restarts:

If the machine is restarting after it has shut off because the bin was full, the first freeze cycle sequence is like this:

1. Purge valve is open.

2. Pump starts.

3. Purge valve closes.

If not, it re-checks the discharge line temperature. If too low, it Shuts Down on a Refrigeration Error. If the discharge temperature is acceptable, the water system is checked by shutting off the water pump and determining if the water level goes up enough. If it does not, the inlet water valve will open again to fill it. If, after restarting, the water level does not drop, it is assumed that there is a water pump problem and the machine Shuts Down on a Water Error.

If the water level does “measure up" the water pump is restarted and the Controller then measures how long it takes to lower the water level. If the water level does not fall, the machine Shuts Down on a Water Error.

7. Once per freeze cycle the machine will shut off the water pump. It only does this when the water temperature reaches a preset minimum. The pump will only be off for a few seconds.

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4. Water valve opens to fill the reservoir.

5. Compressor starts.

Note: If there is a power interruption, after power is restored the machine will restart, go thru a brief Freeze cycle and go thru a 6 minute Harvest cycle.

Error Restarts:

The machine automatically attempts to restart 50 minutes after a shut down. If another problem occurs in the next cycle, the machine will attempt one more restart. If another problem occurs in the next cycle, the machine will shut off and must be manually reset.

Technicians Only: Harvest Cycle Sequence & Other Notes

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Harvest

The Purge Valve will be open for 74 seconds.

The water pump shuts off, it will restart before 74 seconds, the restart time is based on the Purge Level Setting.

The pump restarts and pumps water out of the reservoir until the purge valve closes.

The inlet water valve will stay on for about 30 seconds to add enough water to assist with harvest.

The Hot Gas Valve will be open for the entire length of the Harvest Cycle.

During the Harvest Cycle, ice will be falling from the evaporators and between the ice sensor’s photo-electric eyes. The Controller monitors how long the ice falls and uses that time to determine the next harvest cycle’s length.

The first Harvest after a restart will take about 6 minutes to establish a base line, then the time it took to release that ice is used to determine the next harvest cycle’s length.

The maximum harvest time is 14 minutes.

If no cubes fall (or are sensed) by the end of the Maximum Harvest Time, the machine senses a Refrigeration error. If the next cycle also produces a Refrigeration error, the machine will shut down.

Note: The last Harvest cycle before shutting off on Bin Full will be 6 minutes long.

Note: The machine will not restart for 4 minutes after switching off on Bin Full, unless the Freeze button is pressed.

Bin Full: The controller will switch on the compressor for 30 seconds after 12 hours of off time to keep refrigerant out of the compressor oil.

Single Phase: Power Interruptions:

If the power supply to a single phase unit is interrupted for less than a second, a time delay relay will keep the compressor from restarting until 30 seconds have passed. Because the controller should still be operating.

Continuous Run Time

A unit that operates 24 hours a day 7 days a week is too small for the user’s needs. To maintain harvest integrity, the controller will extend the harvest time to 6 minutes every 15th consecutive harvest cycle.

Bin Thermostat

In normal ambients the thermostat will react to ice on the bulb in a few seconds. Reaction after removal will take about a minute under normal conditions, and longer in colder rooms.

Stacked Units:

If the bottom unit is in harvest and receives a signal from the top unit that it is also in Harvest, the bottom unit will stay in harvest for about 6 minutes.

If the bottom unit is shut off, but its controller still has power, the top unit may continue to operate. If the bottom unit’s power is shut off, the top unit will shut down on bin full at the end of the next cycle. If the top unit’s power is shut off, it does not impact the bottom unit.

An error shut down on one unit does not affect the other.

Either one may be switched off at the controller without impacting the other.

Diagnostic Light Code Table

If a Diagnostic Light

Blinks once and repeats

Blinks twice and repeats

Blinks three times and repeats

Is ON all the time

Water Light Refrigeration

Light

Water pump will not start

Lack of water fill No harvest of

not used High Discharge

Water valve leaking thru rapidly

Very long ice harvest

ice

Temperature

Check for low discharge temperature or long freeze cycle

Both ON all the time

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Check for thermistor set unplugged or failed

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Sanitation and Cleaning

It is the User’s responsibility to keep the ice machine and ice storage bin in a sanitary condition. Without human intervention, sanitation will not be maintained. Ice machines also require occasional cleaning of their water systems with a specifically designed chemical. This chemical dissolves mineral build up that forms during the ice making process.

Sanitize the ice storage bin as frequently as local health codes require, and every time the ice machine is cleaned and sanitized.

The ice machine’s water system should be cleaned and sanitized a minimum of twice per year.

In Place Cleaning of the Ice Machine Water System:

1. Remove all ice from the bin.

2. Remove the front panel.

3. Push and release the Harvest button (this releases any ice that may be on the evaporators and warms them up).

4. Wait for the machine to finish the Harvest cycle (the machine will stop).

5. Remove the the insulated plastic evaporator cover, the two inner splash panels (part number 02-3680-01 and the one above it), both cube deflectors, and the ice sensors. Place the splash panels and the cube deflectors in a separate container. Place the ice sensors in the reservoir, but be sure that the ends of the connecting wires are not in the water.

6. Push and release the Clean button. The Clean indicator light will be blinking, and the pump will restart.

7. Pour 24 ounces of Scotsman Ice Machine Cleaner into the reservoir water. Return the evaporator cover to its normal position.

8. Mix a solution of 8 ounces of Scotsman ice machine cleaner and 1 gallon of warm (95-115oF.) water. Use the solution to scrub the splash panels and cube deflectors in the separate container.

Scotsman Ice Machine Cleaner contains acids. Acids may cause burns.

If concentrated cleaner comes in contact with skin, flush with water.

If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Give large amounts of water or Milk. Call Physician immediately. Keep out of the reach of children.

9. After the ice machine cleaner has circulated for 10 minutes, push and release the Clean button. This starts the rinsing process. The Clean indicator light will be ON. Note: The rinse process flushes any residual cleaner out of the ice machine’s water system.

10. Continue the rinsing process for 20 minutes, then push the off button to switch the machine off.

11. Go to the next step to sanitize the machine or go to step 19 to finish the cleaning process.

12. Mix 2 gallons of Sanitizer solution. Follow local codes for Sanitizer.

Note: A possible sanitizing solution may be made by mixing 1 ounce of liquid household bleach with 2 gallons of warm (95-115oF.) potable water.

13. Push and release the Clean button again.

14. Pour 24 ounces of Sanitizer solution into the reservoir water.

15. After the solution has circulated for 10 minutes push and release the Clean button. This starts the rinse process. Sanitize the ice storage bin while waiting.

16. Continue the rinsing process for 20 minutes, then push the off button to switch the machine off.

17. Remove the evaporator cover and spray or wash all interior surfaces of the freezing compartment including the evaporator cover with sanitizer solution.

18. Thoroughly immerse the splash panels and cube deflectors in the sanitizing solution.

19. Return the ice sensors, splash panels and cube deflectors to their original positions.

20. Return the evaporator cover to its original position. Push and release the Freeze button.

21. Return the front panel to its normal position and secure it to the machine with the original screws.

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Additional Maintenance

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To Properly Place the Evaporator Covers

Removal:

1. Remove front panel.

2. Push up on evaporator cover and swing out the base.

3. Use the finger holes to pull the lower inside cover down and swing it out from the machine.

4. Pull upper inside cover out from behind the pump hose.

Note: ALL COVERS MUST BE PROPERLY IN PLACE or the MACHINE WILL MALFUNCTION.

Insert Bottom Tabs in 5th

Slot of Cube Deflectors

Push and Hold

Activate Purge

To drain reservoir (if desired):

1. Remove front panel.

2. Push and hold the Off button until the machine shuts off.

3. Push and hold the Clean button for 3 seconds. The water pump will discharge water out the open purge valve.

4. When the reservoir is empty release the Clean button and push and release the Off button.

5. Push and release Freeze button to restart.

6. Return the front panel to its original position.

To Sanitize the Ice Storage Bin

1. Remove all ice.

2. Remove baffle.

the Clean

Button for 3

Seconds to

Valve

Replacement:

1. Return upper inside cover to its original position.

2. Using finger holes to control the part, insert the two tabs on the bottom of the lower inside cover into the 5th slot of each cube deflector.

3. Push down and insert upper edge of the lower inside cover into the slot on the bottom of the evaporator bracket.

4. Insert evaporator cover into plastic slot at the top of the compartment and then place the lower end onto the reservoir wall.

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Or: Drain the Reservoir by Holding Purge

Valve Open While in a Clean Cycle

3. Switch ice machine OFF or wait for it to be in a cleaning cycle.

4. Mix a 1 gallon solution of warm (95-115oF.) water and sanitizer. Follow local codes for sanitizer.

5. Wash or spray the entire interior of the ice storage bin with the sanitizer solution. This includes the bottom of the ice machine and the inside of the door, the door gaskets (if any) and door frame.

6. Pour excess sanitizer into the bin to flush the drain system.

7. If the approved sanitizer requires a rinse, rinse all interior surfaces with potable water.

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Additional Maintenance: Water Distributors

It may become necessary to remove the water distributors from the top of the evaporator and clean (de-mineralize) them outside of the ice machine.

1. Remove front panel.

2. Push and release the OFF button.

3. Remove the evaporator covers.

4. Pull the tab at the front of the evaporators forward and lift the water distributors up until they clear the tab.

Water

Distributors

distributors in or with a solution of Scotsman Ice Machine Cleaner and warm potable water.

10. Return the water distributors to their normal installed position.

11. Push and release the clean button to flush the water system.

12. After the machine stops, push and release the Freeze button.

Check That Water

Channels Are Clear

5. Repeat for all evaporators and distributors..

6. Slide the left and right groups of distributors forward until the center manifold is accessible.

7. Remove the distributors from the manifolds.

Manifold

8. Examine the top of the evaporators. The Water Distribution Channels must be free from mineral build up. If build up is evident, scrub the channels with Scotsman Ice Machine Cleaner and a plastic bristle brush.

13. Replace the evaporator covers.

Insert Bottom Tabs in 5th

Slot of Cube Deflectors

14. Replace the front panel.

9. Examine the water distributors. Although they are made of a material that is resistant to mineral build up, some may be present. Soak or scrub the

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Additional Maintenance: Inlet Water Valve Screen

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The inlet water valve has a screen on its inlet side to keep debris from flowing into the valve. In some cases, this screen may become clogged or restricted by debris build up. Check for the proper water flow:

Flow rate is 2.7 G.P.M.

1. Remove front panel.

2. Obtain a 16 ounce cup and a watch.

3. Pull the water discharge tube out of the reservoir and place it in the cup.

4. Push and release the Harvest button.

5. If working properly, the water valve will fill an 16 oz cup in about 3 seconds. Be prepared to push the Off button! If it does not, the water valve inlet or other water device is restricted.

To Check the Inlet Water Valve Screen.

1. Disconnect the electrical power.

2. Shut off the water supply.

3. Remove the left front panel.

4. Unplug the electrical connection of the inlet water valve.

Water Level Sensor

The water level sensor contains two photo-electric eyes and each eye has an emitter and a receiver. For proper operation the receiver must be able to sense the signal of the emitter.

Dust can reduce the efficiency of the photo-electric eyes. To clean them:

1. Remove front panel.

2. Push and hold the Off button until the machine stops.

3. Remove the screw holding the right reservoir cover to the reservoir and lift the cover up.

4. Reach in and hold the float while pulling the float stem up and out of the float.

5. Reach in under the pump mounting cover and locate the two tabs of the water level sensor. Squeeze them towards each other and pull the sensor up and out of the pump mounting cover.

6. Disconnect the wire harness from the water level sensor.

7. Remove two screws holding the dust cover to the water level sensor.

5. Remove the screws holding the inlet water valve to the cabinet.

6. Remove outlet tube from inlet water valve.

7. Rotate inlet water valve from inlet fitting and remove valve from machine.

8. Examine the inlet screen, if dirty, brush off screen.

Note: Screen is not replaceable, and may only be removed by taking off the covering bracket. The bracket forms part of the inlet water system, and must be water tight to the valve body, removal is not recommended.

9. Reverse to reassemble.

Dust

Cover

8. Clean the 4 lenses with a soft tissue or cotton swab.

Clean

Lenses

Clean

Lenses

Water Level Sensor, Dust Cover Removed

9. Reverse to reassemble.

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Additional Maintenance: Ice Sensors, Condenser

The ice sensors use a system of infrared emitting and receiving components to sense the build up of ice in the bin. They are located at the bottom of the ice outlet port. They must be free of mineral build up to function properly. To check:

1. Remove front panels.

2. Push and release the harvest button.

3. Wait for the machine to stop.

4. Remove the evaporator cover.

5. Locate the front ice sensor.

Push the sensor from the front (at the wire area) to the back until it releases from the holder.

6. Locate the back ice sensor Pull on the rectangular tab to release it from its mounted position.

7. Examine the bottom of the brackets, there are two sensors in each bracket, check that they are clear of mineral build up. They may be wiped clean with ice machine cleaner to assist in removal of the build up.

Note: Do NOT use abrasive materials or cleaner on the ice sensor lenses. A soft toothbrush works well to get into the hard to reach spots.

8. Reverse steps 1-6 to reassemble.

To Clean the Water Cooled Condenser

Under typical water conditions the condenser will not require any maintenance. However, if the water supply contains a large amount of minerals, the water cooled condenser may become coated internally with scale. The symptom of a dirty

water cooled condenser is abnormally high water use.

Do NOT perform this procedure too frequently or on a clean condenser. Premature failure of the condenser may occur.

1. Remove left side and front panels.

2. Shut machine off.

3. Shut water supply to condenser off.

4. Disconnect condenser water inlet from water regulating valve.

5. Rig a submersible water pump ina5to8gallon bucket with a hose on the outlet of the pump.

6. Connect the hose to the condenser inlet.

7. Connect another hose to the condenser outlet and route it to the bucket.

8. Mix an acid solution such as Scotsman ice machine cleaner and hot water. Follow the mixing instructions provided with the acid. Pour or mix the solution in the bucket. Do NOT use straight acid.

9. Start the pump and operate it, circulating the acid solution through the condenser for about an hour.

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Service Diagnosis: Diagnostic Light Analysis

Problem or Symptom Possible Cause Probable Correction

Machine is off Bin is full Use some ice

Bin thermostat is closed Check thermostat, unplug the connection to

the controller at terminal 7 and wait 4 minutes. If the machine starts, the thermostat was closed and needs to be adjusted or replaced. If the Bin Full light does NOT go out check the ice sensors. See next page bottom.

Power is off, check Lights. If all Lights are out, check power supply,

restore power if off

Transformer is open If all Lights are out and there is power, check

transformer output for 24 vac

Unit manually switched off Push and release Freeze button

Unit has Shut Down Check for Refrigeration or Water Error

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Unit is off and the Water Diagnostic Light is ON or BLINKING

Unit is off and the Refrigeration Diagnostic Light is ON or BLINKING

Water supply inadequate Check water Light, if the Light blinks 2 times

and repeats, check the water inlet valve.**

Water pump malfunction Check that pump hose is attached and if

pump is plugged in and working.

Water level sensor may have failed.

Low discharge or long freeze cycle

Harvest problem Check refrigeration Light. If the Light blinks

High Discharge Temp Check refrigeration Light. If the Light blinks 3

Check float stem, reset machine. If it will not reset or gives another water error and all else is OK, replace the water level sensor.

Check refrigeration Light. If the Light is glowing, there is a probable refrigeration problem - Check water supply and/or water regulating valve.

once and repeats, look for a harvest problem. where some cubes were sensed.**

Check refrigeration Light. If the Light blinks two times and repeats, look for a harvest problem. - no cubes sensed**

times and then repeats, check for a reason for high discharge temperatures.

Unit does not go into harvest - exceeds maximum freeze time

Exceeds max harvest time Check for cause of long harvest cycle**

Unit runs and both Diagnostic lites are ON

Same, only 1 light on Reservoir temp. wrong Check water temp. and sensor.

* Machine may be reset by pushing and releasing the Off button, then pushing and releasing the Freeze button. ** See following pages

Temperature sensors out of range

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Push and release Off button. Push and release Freeze button. Check operation.

Push cube size float down, check operation.

Replace the temperature sensor set (water and discharge).

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Service Diagnosis

Problem or Symptom Possible Cause Probable Correction

Unit is off because of a “Harvest Problem”

Cubes are too large Water sensor float is

Cubes are too small Not enough water Check for leak in reservoir

Ice sensors did not sense ice falling, unit stayed in harvest until the maximum harvest time ran out.

Ice sensors or Controller may have failed.

Other components may have failed

sticking.

Inlet water valve leaking thru (slowly)

Check ice sensors. If the bin full light is on or blinking the ice sensors may be dirty. Clean if dirty. The board and ice sensors may also need to be checked for proper operation.

Check evaporators for lime scale build up. Clean evaporators and bin controls if dirty.

Push and release Off button. Push and release Freeze button. Check machine operation. Check if ice is made and harvests.

See “Unit does not shut off” below..

Check the next page

Check/clean

Check hose from water valve for slow drip. Replace valve if dripping.

Check/clean water sensor eyes

Check for a leak thru the purge valve

Low ice capacity Water regulating valve

pressure adjusted too high

Low refrigerant charge Check system. If there is a low charge, find

Too much water Check for inlet water valve leak thru

Unit does not shut off Ice sensing system may

have failed.

Adjust water regulating valve to 240 PSIG of discharge pressure in freeze

the leak, recover the refrigerant, repair the leak, replace the dryer, evacuate and weigh in the nameplate charge.

Check controls. Unplug thermostat and check bin full light, if off, place something between the electric eyes. The bin full light should begin glow steadily after 20 seconds of continuous blockage. If not, check operation of electric eyes by unplugging #4 and jumping out the two pins on the controller (touch the tool to the cabinet to discharge static electricity before contacting the controller). If the bin full light blinks, replace the bin controls. If it does not blink, replace the controller. Note: Leaving #4 unplugged and jumped for 20 seconds will shut the machine down on a bin full (at the end of the harvest cycle). It will restart after 4 minutes or may be reset by pushing the Freeze button.

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Service Diagnosis: Components

Problem or Symptom Possible Cause Probable Correction

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Pump motor does not turn

Hot Gas Valve does not open.

Hot Gas Valve leaks thru (warm tube temperatures on both sides of valve during freeze)

Water Inlet Valve does not open

Water Inlet Valve does not flow enough water

Open motor windings, or seized bearings

No power to pump Check electrical connections. In Freeze, the

Open solenoid coil. Replace hot gas valve

Stuck valve Replace hot gas valve

No power to coil in Harvest Check wire connections, if ok, replace

Mechanical problem in valve

Open solenoid coil Replace valve

Stuck valve Replace valve

No power to valve (best checked at the beginning of Freeze)

Restriction in water supply Check water filters and/or inlet screen.

Replace pump

pump should have power to it. If not, replace the Controller.

Controller

Replace valve

Check wire connections, if ok, replace Controller

Water Inlet Valve leaks thru

Compressor runs, but loudly & no ice is made

Compressor does not work

Mechanical problem in valve

Three phase compressor is phased wrong

Unit in Clean cycle Push and release Freeze button.

Contactor coil open Replace contactor

Open starting components Check and replace

Open windings Check and replace compressor

Internal valve failure Replace compressor

Replace valve

Switch any two wires to the compressor

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Service Diagnosis

Problem or Symptom Possible Cause Probable Correction

Poor Harvest Scale in water system. Clean water system.

Low Capacity

Water or Air Temperatures too cold

Low system charge Recover and weigh charge.

Hot gas valve does not open Check for power to the coil, if

Water regulating valve does not maintain enough pressure (in freeze) or leaks through (in harvest)

Extreme hot location Relocate the cabinet

Overcharge of refrigerant Recover, evacuate and weigh in

Hot gas valve leaks thru, unit off on refrigeration error

Check temps. Unit cannot operate with water and air temps below stated limits.

there is power, replace the hot gas valve

Replace the water regulating valve

the nameplate charge

At the end of the freeze cycle, there should be a definite difference in temperature between the inlet and outlet of the Hot Gas Valve. If not, replace the hot gas valve

Compressor cycles on and off Compressor overheats Low on refrigerant, locate leak,

recover refrigerant, repair leak, replace drier, evacuate and weigh in the nameplate charge.

TXV superheat too high, check charge, if charge is OK, replace TXV

Mechanical fault with compressor, replace compressor

Internal relief valve opened, check for cause of high discharge pressure

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Operational Characteristics: CME1856W

Cycle Times (minutes):

70oF. indoor air, 50oF. water 90oF. indoor air, 70oF. water

Freeze 12 - 13 minutes 12 to 14 minutes

Harvest 3 to 4 minutes 2.5 to 3 minutes

System Pressures (PSIG):

70oF. indoor air, 55oF. water 90oF. indoor air, 70oF. water

Suction: End of Freeze 23 PSIG 24 PSIG

Suction: Peak in Harvest 79 PSIG 84 PSIG

Discharge: 5 minutes into Freeze 250 PSIG 250 PSIG

Discharge: Minimum in Harvest 140 PSIG 140 PSIG

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Number of Evaporators:

•

Refrigerant Charge

60 ounces of R-404A

•

Compressor Type

•

Three Phase: Copeland Scroll ZS30K4E-TF5-230

•

Single Phase: Copeland Scroll ZS30K4E-PFV-230

Typical Compressor Amps,

single phase

•

freeze 19.6

•

harvest 22.5

three phase

•

11 to 9 freeze

•

11 harvest

Typical Harvest Ice Weight

•

20 - 21 lb.

Hi Pressure Cut Out - Automatic Reset

•

Hi Pressure Cut Out - 400 PSIG

•

Hi Pressure Cut In - 300 PSIG

Low Pressure Cut Out - Automatic Reset

•

Cut Out - 15 PSIG

•

Cut In - 30 PSIG

Beg 2

mins3mins5mins

Three Phase Amp Draw

1st fill10mins

Freeze Cycle

End Hvst End

Hvst

Harvest

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Suction Pressure

PSIG

Suction Prssure

Time

Pressures During Freeze and Harvest at 70oF Air and 50oF Water

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Removal and Replacement

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Inlet Water Valve

1. Remove the left front panel.

2. Shut off the water supply.

3. Push and release the OFF button.

4. Pull the wire harness off the inlet water valve.

5. Remove screws holding the inlet water valve to the cabinet.

6. Pull the valve away from the cabinet and disconnect the outlet tube.

7. Unscrew the water valve from the water inlet tubing. Hold the barbed inlet fitting and rotate the valve.

8. Reverse to reassemble.

9. Push and release the Freeze button.

10. Replace the front panel.

Purge Valve Timer

Water Pump

1. Disconnect the electrical power.

2. Remove the front panel.

3. Unplug water pump from its electrical connection.

4. Remove 1 plastic bolt and the reservoir cover.

5. Lift water pump up and disconnect outlet tube.

6. Pull float ball from float stem (it is a snap fit). Pull stem out.

7. Locate water level sensor mounting tabs, compress together to release sensor from bracket.

8. Remove water pump brackets from pump.

9. Reverse to replace.

10. Replace front panel.

11. Re-connect electrical power.

The purge valve timer is sensitive to electrostatic discharge. Be certain to touch a grounded surface before touching this component. Do the same when handling the replacement part.

1. Touch a grounded surface.

2. Remove left front panel.

3. Disconnect electrical power.

4. Remove high voltage box cover.

5. Locate timer board at the back of the high voltage box.

6. Unplug all the wires to the board.

7. Compress each of the four stand-off posts to release the board from the stand-offs.

8. Remove the board from the unit.

Reverse to reassemble.

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Removal and Replacement

Purge Valve

1. Disconnect electrical power.

Electrical Shock Hazard.

Disconnect electrical power before beginning service.

2. Remove left front panel.

3. Unplug wire harness from purge valve coil.

4. Locate and remove the two screws securing the purge valve to the machine.

5. Pull the inlet and outlet hoses off the purge valve and remove it from the machine.

6. Reverse to reassemble. There are no internal parts available for this valve.

Water Level Sensor/Float Stem

Note: Only one float stem fits this product. Be SURE that this is the correct one.

1. Disconnect the electrical power.

2. Remove the front panel.

3. Remove 1 plastic bolt and the reservoir cover.

4. Pull float ball from float stem (it is a snap fit). Pull stem out.

5. Locate water level sensor mounting tabs, compress together to release sensor from bracket.

6. Remove harness from sensor.

7. Reverse to replace.

8. Replace front panel.

9. Re-connect electrical power.

Water Level Sensor

1. Remove front panel.

2. Push and hold the OFF button. Release it when the machine stops.

3. Trace wire harness from water level sensor to the Controller (#2). Unplug the harness from the controller.

4. Lift the pump and mounting plate up enough to remove the float from the stem.

5. Remove two screws holding the sensor to the pump bracket and lift the sensor up and out of the machine.

6. Reverse to reassemble.

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Controller Features & Last Error Recall

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Last Error/Diagnostic Light Recall

To recall the last error on the blue housing CM controller:

1. Switch the unit OFF by holding the OFF button for longer than 3 seconds.

2. Hold the Off button down again until the Purge Setting indicators (Green Lights) are on.

3. Push and release the Harvest button.

The last error code stored in the controller will

•

be displayed and the purge setting will disappear.

Push the Harvest button again and the

•

second-to-last error code will be displayed. Pushing the Harvest button again will display

•

the last error code again. Only two error codes are available for display.

If no error code exists, no code will be

•

displayed and there will be NO LIGHTS showing.

To return from the display of the last error, do nothing for 60 seconds or push and release the Off button.

Program ID

The blue housing controller will display a code at power up that indicates which ice machine model it has been programmed for.

The code is based on the green lights that are displayed.

1. At power up all lights flash ON once to indicate that the controller has passed its internal self-checks.

2. Immediately after that the program code will be displayed for 20 seconds or until a button is pushed.

Note: The proper program code for this machine is glowing Freeze and Harvest lights. Do NOT operate this machine if the wrong code is displayed.

3. If no button is pushed after 20 seconds the machine will display the Off light and is ready for switch inputs (push and release Freeze to start making ice).

Note: The Red Diagnostic Lights will be FLASHING while the program ID is displayed.

After returning from the display of the last error (Off light glows), the machine may be returned to the ice making process by pushing and releasing the Freeze button.

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Removal and Replacement: System Controller

1. Disconnect the electrical power.

2. Remove the front panel.

3. Remove mounting screw holding controller to cabinet.

4. Touch a metal surface to discharge any static electricity.

5. Pull controller out slightly and unplug all electrical connections.

6. Carefully remove the new controller from its packaging.

7. Plug all electrical connectors into the new controller.

8. Re-attach the controller to the cabinet.

9. Switch on the electrical power. All Lights should lite up.

10. Push and release the Freeze button.

11. Replace the front panel.

Electric Eyes (Ice Sensors)

These must be replaced as a set.

1. Remove both front panels.

2. Push and release the Off button.

3. Remove evaporator cover.

4. Remove lower inner splash panel.

5. Locate the back electric eye. Pull out on the rectangular tab until the sensor is free of its installed position.

6. Unplug the back sensor from its wire harness.

7. Unplug the front sensor its wire harness

Back Sensor

8. Locate retainer clip in front sensor holder. Pull clip up and out of the holder.

9. Push in on the place where the wires enter the sensor until it releases from the holder.

10. Twist the sensor 90 degrees and pull it up and out of the machine.

11. Reverse to reassemble. Be sure that the color codes of the connecting wires match.

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Front Sensor Holder

Removal and Replacement:

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Discharge Line Temperature Sensor

1. Remove front panel, push and release the Off button.

2. Remove top and left side panels.

3. Locate discharge line sensor. It is attached to the discharge line of the compressor, 6" from the compressor discharge port.

4. Un-snap the clip holding the sensor to the discharge line.

5. Trace the sensor wires back to the controller, they are plugged into #5 with the water temperature sensor, and must be replaced with it.

6. Reverse to replace, be sure that the discharge line sensor is 6" up from the compressor discharge port. The discharge line sensor is marked with yellow tape.

Note: Route wires so they do NOT contact the discharge line.

Water Temperature Sensor

Note: This sensor is replaced as a set with the Discharge Temperature Sensor.

Important Compressor Information

The compressor should not be replaced until it has been determined that it has definitely failed. If it will not start check the starting components first. If the machine has low capacity, check for proper charge, TXV operation, hot gas valve leak thru or inlet water valve leak thru.

The metal bracket in front of the compressor must be removed to access the compressor.

Note: This machine uses a Copeland Glacier scroll compressor, which has the following unique operating characteristics:

1. Do NOT bypass the low pressure control and operate the compressor in a vacuum. The vacuum can cause the fusite pins to arc and fail.

Determine proper compressor operation by eliminating other causes for low capacity: TXV, Hot Gas Valve, or Inlet Water Valve. Finally compare amp draw, it should be within 15% of what’s listed on page 35.

2. Do NOT touch the top of the compressor. It is same temperature as the discharge line!

1. Remove left front panel.

2. Push and release Off button.

3. Remove 1 plastic bolt and the reservoir cover.

4. Locate water temperature sensor (inserted into pump discharge hose).

5. Pull out to remove.

6. Trace back to system controller, unplug from #5.

7. Remove the Discharge Line temperature sensor.

8. Reverse to reassemble.

Note: Do not push sensor tip in too far. There should be about an 1/8" gap between the tip and the inner wall of the water discharge hose.

Burn Hazard

Compressor top is HOT!

Do NOT touch

3. Discharge and suction fittings are copper-plated steel. Use a brazing rod with some silver content.

4. Three phase motors can operate backwards, but this compressor can’t. See page 21.

5. The oil charge is fine if it is just below the half-way mark on the sight glass.

6. Weigh the charge into the discharge side. The compressor may not start if the charge is only present on the high or low side. See page 42.

7. When recovering refrigerant, do NOT recover only from the discharge side. Some refrigerant will be left in the low side and will be a hazard if a brazing torch is applied.

8. Use the metal mounts that were on the ice machine, do NOT use the rubber mounts from the replacement compressor.

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Removal and Replacement

Transformer and Compressor Starting Components

Single phase compressors use a start relay, start capacitor and run capacitor. All are located in a sheet metal box to the right of the system controller. The compressor contactor is also located in that box.

1. Disconnect electrical power.

2. Remove front panel.

3. Remove 2 screws at the front edge of the metal box, and pull the cover forward and out.

4. To check components, reconnect electrical power.

Note: The contactor coil is 24 volt.

Evaporator Support Bracket

In the unlikely event that the evaporator support bracket needs to be replaced, two people will be needed.

1. Remove both front panels and the top panel.

2. Push and hold the Off button until the machine stops.

3. Remove evaporator cover.

10. Check that all evaporators are properly seated front and back.

11. Remove the wire ties, and return the splash panels, hoses, and evaporator cover to their normal positions. Check that water distributors are in place.

12. Push and release the Freeze button to start the machine.

13. Check operation.

14. Return the top and front panels to their normal positions.

Refrigeration System Components

Due to the expected level of training and experience of a refrigeration mechanic, detailed instructions regarding the replacement of refrigeration components will not be presented. However, critical items will be noted here.

Evaporators

In the unlikely event that an evaporator may need to be replaced, do NOT braze the evaporator joints when the evaporators are seated in the freezing compartment, instead lift them up slightly so that the joints to be brazed are above the top edge of the freezing compartment.

4. Remove the interior splash panels.

5. Remove the hoses from the water distributors.

6. Use wire ties to hang the front of the evaporators from the upper cross brace.

7. Place a clean rag under the planned cut point and saw the old bracket in half and remove it.

8. While holding the bracket so that the right end is higher than the left, insert the right end in the vertical channel in the right side of the freezing compartment.

Then, while the helper lifts the right-most evaporator slightly, push the bracket in from below. Keep doing this and push up on the left end of the new bracket.

The freezing compartment walls may be pushed apart slightly to make this easier.

9. Push up enough on the left end of the bracket until it snaps into the vertical channel in the left side of the freezing compartment.

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Refrigerant

1. This ice machine uses R-404A or HP62 as a refrigerant. It has several unique characteristics.

A. It is a near-azeotrope, and must be liquid charged.

B. It must use polyol ester refrigerant oil, and that oil is very water absorbent. The system must not be open for more than 15 minutes.

C. An electronic leak detector capable of locating HFC-134a type refrigerant must be used to locate refrigerant leaks.

D. A special HFC type liquid line dryer must be used.

E. When brazing, a dry nitrogen purge is required.

F. When evacuating, use of an electronic micron gage is recommend. Evacuate to 300 microns.

Recovering the Refrigerant

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Because of the check valves, liquid refrigerant must be recovered thru the liquid line valve, as well as the low side access valve at the front of the machine.

Access Valves:

1. Remove the stem cap and insert a 3/16" allen wrench. Check that the valve is closed.

2. Remove the port caps and attach refrigerant manifold hoses.

3. Open the valves and purge the hoses.

4. When service is complete, shut the discharge access valve first. Then, with the machine running and the middle hose outlet securely fastened to the manifold or refrigerant tank (closed) open both manifold valves. This allows any liquid refrigerant in the discharge hose to flow thru the manifold and into the suction side.

5. After the gages have equaled, shut the

manifold valves and the suction access valve.

6. Remove the gages and replace the stem and port caps. Make certain that all caps are on tightly.

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Liquid Charging

Because R-404A is a near-azeotrope, only liquid refrigerant can be used to recharge the refrigeration system. To do that may take some special techniques:

1. Use an electronic scale to measure the charge.

2. Place a drum or cylinder of R-404A on the scale, valve side up (most R-404A disposable cylinders have an internal dip tube and dispense liquid refrigerant from the valve when it is upright check yours).

3. A refrigeration manifold should be attached to the service access valves. Attach the charging hose to the cylinder of R-404A. Open the cylinder’s valve and purge the hose to the manifold.

4. Close the low side service access valve.

5. Open the discharge side manifold valve and weigh in the name plate charge. After the charge is weighed in, wait a few minutes and re-check the scale.

6. If all of the refrigerant charge has not been weighed into the discharge side, it must be carefully added thru the low side. Close the discharge service access valve.

Allen

Wrench

Torque Stem

to 6-8 ft. lb.

Torque Stem Cap to

8-12 ft. lb.

Torque Core Cap

to 7-12 ft. lb.

Access Valve

Low Side Access Valve

7. With a sight glass or charge faster in the hose to the low side port, start the ice machine.

8. Open the low side service access valve.

9. Crack open the low side manifold valve and watch the scale and sight glass. Open and close the low side manifold valve to flow liquid into the manifold but flash off to vapor before it enters the suction side of the refrigeration system. This should only be a few ounces at most.

10. After the scale = the correct charge, shut off the valve on the refrigerant cylinder.

11. With the ice machine running and the discharge access valve closed, open both manifold valves to allow the refrigerant in the hoses to enter the system.

12. Shut the suction service access valve.

13. Remove the refrigeration manifold gages.

14. Replace and tighten all caps.

Stem Must Be

Half-way Out

(after hose is

connected) to

Recover,

Evacuate and

Recharge

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Liquid Line Access Valve

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Before Calling for Service

Check the following:

1. Has the water supply to the ice machine or building been shut off? If yes, the ice machine will automatically restart within 25 minutes after water begins to flow to it.

2. Has power been shut off to the ice machine? If yes, the ice machine will automatically restart when power is restored.

3. Does the bin control have ice on it? If so, remove the ice and the machine should start in a few minutes.

To Manually Reset the machine.

1. Remove the left front panel.

2. Locate the System Controller. If a red diagnostic light is glowing, note which one and its blink rate. Then push and release the off button.

3. Push and release the Freeze button.

4. The machine should begin to operate. If there is a lack of water it will soon shut off again.

5. Return the front panel to its normal position.

If the machine shuts down again, call for service.

To Shut the Machine Off:

1. Remove the left front panel.

2. Locate the System Controller.

3. Push and hold the Off button for 3 seconds or until the machine stops.

PUSH BUTTON

System Controller

CONTROL SWITCHE

INDICATOR LIGHTS:

BIN FULL

FREEZE

HARVEST

CLEAN

OFF

DIAGNOSTIC LIGHTS:

WATER

REFRIGERATION

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Index

Adjust the Amount of Water Purge ································17

Cleaning of the Ice Machine Water System:····························24

Compressor Information ······································39

Cooling Tower ···········································8

Cycle Definitions: ·········································15

Indicator Lights ··········································15

Last Error Recall··········································37

Operational Characteristics ····································33

Operational Limits ·········································2

Reset ···············································18

Stacking ··············································11

Startup: Three Phase Compressor ································21

Thermostat Altitude Correction ··································6

Water Level Sensor ········································27

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Scotsman CME1856W Owner’s Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual