Scotsman FME24RLM User Manual

TO THE OWNER OR USER:

Double System RL

The service manual you are reading is intended to provide you, and the maintenance or service technician, with the information needed to install, start up, clean, maintain and service this ice system.

Table of Contents

FOR THE INSTALLER: Specifications ······························ Page 2

FOR THE INSTALLER ······································ Page 3

FOR THE ELECTRICIAN ····································· Page 4

FOR THE PLUMBER ······································· Page 5

FOR THE INSTALLER: Final Check List ····························· Page 6

INITIAL START UP ········································ Page 7

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ································· Page 8

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION: Evaporator ··························· Page 9

CONTROL BOX: Components ·································· Page 10

ELECTRICAL SEQUENCE ···································· Page 11

OPERATION ··········································· Page 12

OPERATION: Refrigeration ···································· Page 13

The is the freezer portion of a commercial ice machine. It is designed to be connected to the condensing section of a refrigeration system, specifically a supermarket system.

CLEANING and SANITATION ·································· Page 14

SENSOR MAINTENANCE ···································· Page 15

BEARING MAINTENANCE ···································· Page 16

AUGER MAINTENANCE ····································· Page 17

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS ······································ Page 18

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS ······································ Page 19

CONTROL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS ······························ Page 20

REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT ································ Page 21

REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT: Bearing And Breaker ···················· Page 22

REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT ································ Page 23

REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT ································ Page 24

REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT: Evaporator ·························· Page 25

REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT: Gearmotor ·························· Page 26

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Note the Warning symbol where it appears. It marks a potential hazard.

November 2000

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Double System RL

FOR THE INSTALLER: Specifications

BACK VIEW

15.53"

20.84"

9.43"

5.25" 3"

17.8"

18.8"

21.66"

The machine is designed to fit a variety of Scotsman storage bins such as BH800 or SB480.

Installation Limitations: The machine is designed for indoor installations only.

Minimum Maximum

Air Temp 50 Water Temp 40

F 100oF

F 100oF Voltage 198 VAC 253 VAC Water Pressure 20 psi 80 psi

RO Water Limitation: Water conductivity must be no less than 35 microSiemens/cm.

3.1"

SUCTION LINE CONNECTION

LIQUID LINE CONNECTION

POTABLE WATER INLET 3/8" FLARE

DRAIN 3/4" FPT

ELECTRICAL INLET

Scotsman Ice Systems are designed and manufactured with the highest regard for safety and performance. They meet or exceed the standards of U.L., N.S.F., and C.U.L.

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.

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

SPECIFICATIONS:

Model Cabinet Size System Refrigerant BTUH required* Voltage Ice Type

FME2404RL 42"w x 27"h x 24"d R-404A 12,000 208-230 Flake

NME1854RL same R-404A 12,000 208-230 Nugget

FM2402RL-C same R-22 12,500 208-230 Flake

NM1852RL-C same R-22 12,500 208-230 Nugget

FME3004RL same R-404A 15,000 208-230 Flake

NME2504RL same R-404A 15,000 208-230 Nugget

* Use to determine needed condensing unit capacity. Not an AC load.

January 2004

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FOR THE INSTALLER

Select the Location:

The unit can only be installed indoors within the limitations described on page 2.

The ice machine will have to be connected to the building’s R-404A refrigeration system, check to be sure that the system has AT LEAST enough extra capacity to handle the BTUs (from table on page 2) per hour @ 110 (assume a 0

Storage Bin:

Scotsman’s B90 will be the presumed bin of choice. If using the bin extension BX87, install heavy duty leg kit KLP4 and place the bin into position.

Remove the paper tape from the bin edge gasket, and install the bin extension onto the B90.

Remove the paper tape from the bin extension top edge, and using a mechanical lift, install the machine onto the top of the storage bin assembly.

Fasten the ice machine to the bin using (4)

5/15-18 2.5" cap screws. Level the assembly by: a. Turning the leg levelers in or out on the

standard legs. b. Use shims under the heavy duty legs of

the KLP4. Locate the Nameplate: The nameplate is

located on the back panel of the machine, and contains the electrical characteristics particular to the unit being installed.

F. liquid line temperature

F. evaporator temperature).

Double System RL

TYPICAL INSTALLATION: ALLOW ROOM FOR SERVICE ACCESS

Ice Machine

BX87 BIN

EXTENSION

B90 STORAGE BIN

Refrigeration Installation:

The skills of a refrigeration technician are required to connect the ice machine to the building’s refrigeration system.

Notes:

Suction Line and Liquid Line Stubs are at the back of the cabinet.

R-404A models: 1.5 ounces of R-404A refrigerant is in the system as a holding charge.

R-22 models: Nitrogen is the holding charge

Be sure there is enough BTU capacity.

Be sure the liquid connection is NOT in series with another liquid line valve.

Local Codes must be observed.

A P-trap should be installed where there will be more than 10’ of vertical rise in the suction line.

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Double System RL

FOR THE ELECTRICIAN

CONFORM TO ALL APPLICABLE CODES

Electrical Connections:

Locate the nameplate for the current requirements, and then determine the wire size and type per the National Electric Code. The machine requires a solid chassis to earth ground wire. Refer to the wiring diagram. The ice machine should be connected to it’s own electrical circuit, and be individually fused.

Voltage, when the unit is under full load, must remain within the limitations listed on page 2.

LOW VOLTAGE CAN CAUSE EQUIPMENT MALFUNCTION AND/OR DAMAGE

All external wiring should conform to the National, State, and local electrical codes. Usually the services of a licensed electrician will be required.

DETAIL OF

JUNCTION BOX

JUNCTION

BOX

POWER SUPPLY

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FOR THE PLUMBER

CONFORM TO ALL APPLICABLE CODES

Double System RL

Water Supply:

The recommended water supply line is 3/8" O.D. copper tubing, with a minimum operation pressure of 20 PSIG, and a maximum of 80 PSIG. Connect to cold water using the male flare connection at the back of the machine. Install a shut off valve in an accessible space between the ice maker and the water supply.

SHUT OFF

VALVE

Drain System:

All drains are of the gravity type, and must have a minimum of 1/4" fall per foot of horizontal run. The drains must be installed to conform to local plumbing codes. The use of a vent at the machine and at the bin will allow the system to drain properly. Use only rigid tubing for drains; insulation of the bin drain is recommended.

3/8" MALE FLARE

3/4" FPT

VENT THIS DRAIN

WATER INLET

BIN DRAIN

FLOOR DRAIN

FIELD

SUPPLIED

WATER FILTER

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Double System RL

FOR THE INSTALLER: Final Check List

1. Is the unit installed where the air and water temperatures are within and will remain within the limitations for the unit?

2. Is there 6" clearance at the rear of the machine for utility connections?

3. Has the water supply line be checked for pressures between 20 and 80?

4. Has the unit been leveled?

5. Has the shipping material been removed from inside the cabinet?

6. Have the electrical connections been made?

7. Have the drains been installed and checked for leaks?

8. Has the refrigeration supply been installed and checked for leaks?

9. Has the bin and cabinet been wiped clean or sanitized?

10. Has the warranty registration card been properly filled out and mailed to Scotsman?

11. Has the owner been given the service manual and been instructed on how to maintain the ice maker?

13. Has the owner been given the name and telephone number of the local Scotsman service agency?

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INITIAL START UP

Double System RL

1. Remove the top and front panels.

2. Open the water valve, and observe that the two float reservoirs fill up with water and shut off.

3. Switch on the electrical power.

4. Open the hand valves (in the liquid lines).

5. Open the ball valves (in the suction lines).

6. Switch on one master (mode) switch, and observe:

That liquid line valve opens

The gearmotor runs

Within a short time, that side of the machine

begins to make ice.

Water flows from the water reservoir, and the

float drops, letting in more water.

7. Switch on the other master (mode) switch, observe that:

The liquid line valve opens

The gearmotor runs

Within a short time, that side of the machine

begins to make ice.

Water flows from the water reservoir, and the

float drops, letting in more water.

8. With both sides operating, the sight glass should remain full, and the low side pressure will be about

model types 2404 or 1854 (R-404A):

30 PSIG, + or - 2

model types 2402 or 1852 (R-22):

25 PSIG, + or - 2

Gearmotor amp draw should not exceed the nameplate rating.

9. Check the system very carefully for any refrigerant leaks, repair as needed.

July 2010

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Double System RL

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

Liquid line valve(s)

These valves operate to turn the ice making process on and off.

When the ice level drops in the ice chute, the ice level sensor will cause the circuit board to close the liquid line relay, which energizes the liquid line valve for that side of the system. The liquid line valve opens, and liquid refrigerant flows to the thermostatic expansion valve.

Thermostatic Expansion Valve

The metering device of each system, the valve(s) sense the temperature of the suction line and vary the amount of liquid refrigerant that passes through the valve into the evaporator, thus maintaining a constant level of refrigeration. TXV’s are factory set. Do not adjust unnecessarily.

DO NOT ADJUST THE TXV UNTIL THE EPR HAS BEEN SET.

The superheat setting is 4-8 temperature of the evaporator outlet at the TXV bulb, and check the low side pressure at the EPR valve. Convert the pressure to temperature (using a temperature pressure chart) and subtract the amount from the outlet temperature. The result is the superheat. Use an electronic thermometer.

THERMO VALVE

F. Measure the

EPR VALVE

EPR: Evaporator Pressure Regulator Valve

This valve maintains a constant pressure on its inlet (evaporators) side regardless of the pressure on the outlet (suction) side. The EPR is factory set, adjust only if needed. After adjusting, re-check TXV superheat.

EPR Settings:

R-22 models (2402/1852): 25 PSIG

R-404A models (2404/1854, 3004/2504): 36

PSIG

Evaporators:

Where the water is frozen into ice crystals. As the water cools, it begins to turn into ice, and the slowly turning auger lifts the ice, as it is being made, and forces it up and out of the “breaker” or spout where the extra water is compressed out of the ice. The ice then drops through the chute, into the storage bin.

THERMO

VALVE

LIQUID LINE

VALVE

EVAPORATOR

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