This manual provides basic information about the machine. Instructions and suggestions are given covering its operation
and care.
The illustrations and specifi cations are not binding in detail. We reserve the right to make changes to the machine without
notice, and without incurring any obligation to modify or provide new parts for machines built prior to date of change.
DO NOT ATTEMPT to operate the machine until instructions and safety precautions in this manual are read completely
and are thoroughly understood. If problems develop or questions arise in connection with installation, operation, or servicing of the machine, contact Stoelting.
The U421 has two types of spigot handles, swing gate and pull-down. The swing gate style is opened by moving the
handle to the left. The pull-down style is opened by pulling downwards.
This manual shows the pull-down handles which are self-closing. The swing gate style handles need to be closed when
fi nished dispensing.
The U431 has two types of spigot handles, swing gate and pull-down. The swing gate style is opened by moving the
handle to the left. The pull-down style is opened by pulling downwards.
Freezing Cylinder
Cabinet
IntelliTec2™ Touchpad
This manual shows the pull-down handles which are self-closing. The swing gate style handles need to be closed when
fi nished dispensing.
In the cab, lift the drawer latches
and pull out the drawers.
A.3
Set up cab and hoses for rinse procedure.
1. Remove the bags from the cab
and store them in a cooler.
2. Remove the three plastic bins
from the cab.
3. Remove the drawers. To
remove a drawer, pull it
out. Tilt the drawer up to
disengage the front rollers.
Pull it further out then up to
disengage the rear rollers.
A.4
Fill a bucket with 2 gallons of cool
tap water and place the coiled
hoses with bag adapters into
the bucket.
Disconnect the bag adapters
from the bags and place caps
on the bags
NOTE
Optional: Fill the bucket with Stera Sheen
solution to make cleaning parts easier after
NOTE
disassembly.
Wire trays are located at the upper left and
right corners of the cab to store bag caps.
A.5
Press the Clean buttons.
Make sure the display
shows that the mix pumps
are on
Open spigots to drain product
until no product is visible through
the front door. Refi ll the bucket
with water as necessary.
NOTE
If the “Clean Time Exceeded” warning
is displayed on the IntelliTec2™, turn the
freezing cylinder on and off again to clear
the warning. Press the Clean button to
resume cleaning.
A.7
Remove the buckets to help
clear any remaining liquid in
the hoses.
A.9
Press and hold the Main
Freezer Power button for
three seconds to turn off
the power.
B. Disassemble Parts
Before using the machine for the fi rst time, complete
machine disassembly, cleaning and sanitizing
procedures need to be followed. Routine cleaning
intervals and procedures must comply with the local
and state health regulations. Inspection for worn or
broken parts should be made at every disassembly
of the machine. All worn or broken parts should be
replaced to ensure safety to both the operator and the
customer and to maintain good machine performance
and a quality product. Check the wear line on the auger
fl ights on a regular basis and replace as needed.
Remove the spigot
extensions or rosette
caps if installed.
Unscrew the knobs
on the front door and
remove the door.
B.2
Remove the front
door o-rings and
remove the spigots
from the front door.
2. Removing Auger
B.5
Remove front auger
supports and bushings
and remove the augers
from the freezing cylinders.
As the augers are being
pulled out, remove the
plastic fl ights with springs.
B.6
Wipe any remaining
lubricant off the hex end
of the auger and remove
the rear seal assembly
and o-ring. Wipe any
remaining lubricant off
the o-ring and auger.
Remove all o-rings from
parts by fi rst wiping off the
lubrication using a clean
towel. Then squeeze the
o-ring upward to form a
loop. Roll the o-ring out of
the groove.
Remove the rear seal
adapter from the rear seal.
B.7
Unscrew springs
from the auger
fl ights.
NOTE
The pump hose must be replaced every
800 gallons or every two weeks, whichever
occurs fi rst. Go to Section 3 A for pump
hose replacement instructions.
Disassembled parts require complete cleaning,
sanitizing and air drying before assembling. Local
and state health codes will dictate the procedure
required. Some state health codes require a four sink
process (pre-wash, wash, rinse, sanitize, air dry), while
others require a three sink process (without the prewash step). The following procedures are a general
guideline only. Consult your local and state health
codes for the procedures required in your location.
C.1
Place all parts in 90° to 110°F
(32°C to 43°C) mild detergent
water and wash thoroughly. Use
the brushes that shipped with
the machine to clean all holes in
the front door, fl ights, mix pickup
assembly, etc.
D. Cleaning the Machine
D.1
Using a detergent solution
and the large barrel
brush provided, clean
the freezing cylinders by
dipping the brush in the
solution and brushing
the inside of the freezing
cylinders.
Make sure to thoroughly clean the rear seal surfaces
on the inside of the freezing cylinders.
D.2
Wrap the brush in a clean cloth and thoroughly dry
the freezing cylinder.
Be sure to use the brushes that shipped
with the machine to properly clean the
parts.
C.2
Rinse all parts with clean 90° to 110°F (32°C to 43°C)
water. Then place all parts in a sanitizing solution for at
least 1 minute, then remove and let air dry completely
before assembling in machine.
Remove the drain tray from the
side of the machine. Remove the
drip tray from the front panel.
Clean and replace the trays.
D.4
The exterior of the machine should be kept clean at
all times to preserve the luster of the stainless steel.
A high grade of stainless steel has been used on the
machine to ease cleanup. To remove spilled or dried
mix, wash the exterior with 90° to 110°F (32°C to 43°C)
mild detergent water and wipe dry.
Do not use highly abrasive materials, as they will mar
the fi nish. A mild alkaline cleaner is recommended.
Use a soft cloth or sponge to apply the cleaner. For
best results, wipe with the grain of the steel.
Total Blend lubricant or equivalent must be
used when lubrication of machine parts is
specifi ed.
The USDA and FDA require that lubricants
used on food processing equipment must
be certifi ed for this use. Use lubricants
only in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
NOTE
Stoelting recommends allowing the parts
to air dry before assembling.
E.1
Install the rear seal o-rings onto the augers. Lubricate
the outside of the o-rings with a generous amount of
Install the bushing onto the
auger support and install the
auger support into the front
of the auger. Rotate the auger
support so that one leg of the
support points straight up.
Section 2: Operation
E.9
Assemble the air bleed valve o-ring onto the air bleed
valve. Position the o-ring into the groove. Apply a thin
fi lm of Total Blend lubricant to the o-ring.
E.11
Install the o-rings onto the spigot bodies and apply a
thin layer of Total Blend lubricant to the o-rings . Install
the spigot bodies through the bottom of the front door.
Insert the air bleed valve into
the back of the front door.
Install the compression
spring onto the air bleed
valve then screw the knob
on fi nger tight.
E.12
Fit the front door
o-rings into the groove
on the rear of the front
door.
Place the front door
assembly on the
mounting studs and the
push front door against
the machine carefully.
NOTE
Make sure the pins on the front door do
not touch the legs of the auger supports.
E.14
Secure the front door to
the machine by placing
the knobs on the studs
and tightening until
fi nger tight. Tighten in
a crisscross pattern.
Do not overtighten.
Proper o-ring seal can
be observed through the
transparent front door.
F. Sanitizing
Sanitizing must be done after the machine is clean and
just before the machine is fi lled with mix. Sanitizing
the night before does not ensure sanitization the next
day. However, you should always clean the machine
and parts after using it.
NOTE
The United States Department of
Agriculture and the Food and Drug
Administration require that all cleaning
and sanitizing solutions used with food
processing equipment be certifi ed for this
use
When sanitizing the machine, refer to local sanitary
regulations for applicable codes and recommended
sanitizing products and procedures. The frequency of
sanitizing must comply with local health regulations.
Mix sanitizer in quantities of no less than 2 gallons
of 90°F to 110°F (32°C to 43°C) water. Allow sanitizer
to contact the surfaces to be sanitized for 5 minutes.
Any sanitizer must be used only in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions and to provide a 100
parts per million strength solution.
Prepare 2 gallons of sanitizing
solution for each freezing
cylinder. Following the sanitizer
manufacturer’s instructions for
preparing the sanitizing solution.
Place the coiled hoses with bag
adapters into the buckets of
sanitizer.
F. 4
After you hear the pump
shut off, press the air
bleed valves to release
the air pressure. Allow
water to fi ll the freezing
cylinders.
F. 2
Press the Main Power
button. Then press the
Pump buttons to turn the
pumps ON.
After the fi ve minute timer expires,
open the spigots to drain the
sanitizing solution into a container.
When the solution has drained,
press the Pump and Clean buttons
to stop the pump and auger. Allow
the freezing cylinder to drain
completely.
F. 8
Install the three drawers. Start
with the bottom drawer.
1. Pull the drawer guides out so
they are fully extended.
2. Insert the rear rollers into the
guides.
3. Push the drawer in and insert
the front rollers into the
guides.
G. Freeze Down
Make sure the display shows the freezing cylinders
are off . If they are not, press the On/Off Left or On/Off
Right button to turn them off .
G.1
Place a bag of mix into one of the bottom drawer
sections.
NOTE
Make sure the bag opening is facing up
and towards the back of the drawer. Align
the bag corners with the corners of the
drawer so the bag is not twisted and drains
evenly.
Remove the cap on the bag and
place it in the cap tray.
Section 2: Operation
G.3
Push as much air out of
the bag as possible and
connect the bag adapter
to the bag. Make sure the
adapter is fully inserted
into the bag.
IMPORTANT TIP
Purge excess air from the bags before fully
inserting the adapters.
Excess air in the bags and hoses will
negatively aff ect product overrun and
machine operation.
G.4
G.6
Place a container under the
spigot and open the spigot
to allow the mix to fl ush out
about 8 ounces (0.23 liters) of
sanitizing solution and liquid
mix.
G.7
Allow cylinders to fi ll until
the pumps shut off . Press the
valves to release pressure
in the cylinders.
The cylinders will be fi lled
to the proper level after the
pumps shut off the second
time.
Insert the bag adapter
into the cutout at the back
of the drawers.
Make sure the adapter is
fully inserted into the bag.
G.5
Repeat for each of the
drawer sections.
Then press the Pump buttons
to turn the pumps on.
G.8
Press the On/Off buttons
to turn on the freezing
cylinders then press the
Push to Freeze buttons.
When the product is ready,
the display will read “SERVE” or “SERVE 2”. Open the
spigot to dispense product.
G.9
If the control fl ashes and displays “Check Mix”, open
the cabinet and check the mix bags. This message is
generally displayed when air gets into the mix lines.
Operate normally to clear the error.
If “Mix Out” is displayed, check the mix levels in the
bags and replace as necessary.
Replace pump hose every 800 gallons or
every 2 weeks, whichever occurs fi rst.
Replace the hose during the cleaning
process.
A.1
Remove the three drawers from the cab. To remove a
drawer, pull it out. Tilt the drawer up to disengage the
front rollers. Pull it further out then up to disengage
the rear rollers.
A.3
Loosen the clamps on the tan
hose at the mix sensor and check
valve block.
Disconnect the hose at both
ends.
A.4
Turn the pump on and pull the hose out of the black
cover.
As the hose feeds through the cover, orient the sensor
at an angle so the sensor wire does not interfere with
the drawer closing and is not obstructed by the other
hoses.
Any cleaning procedure must always be
followed by sanitizing before fi lling the
machine with mix.
The mix pump is approved for CIP (clean-in-place). It
is thoroughly cleaned when the cleaning solution is
pumped through the machine. To ensure CIP has been
properly performed, the pump should be completely
disassembled and cleaned every 7 days.
WARNING
1. Disassembly and Coiled Hose
Cleaning
B.1
Remove the three drawers from the cab. To remove a
drawer, pull it out. Tilt the drawer up to disengage the
front rollers. Pull it further out then up to disengage
the rear rollers.
B.2
Disconnect the bag adapters from
the coiled hoses.
Pull the coiled hoses so they are
straight. Then use detergent water
with the long brush to clean the hoses.
Revolving pump head can grab, mangle, and cause
serious crushing injury. Make sure the display shows
the freezing cylinders and pump are off . If they are
not, press the On/Off button and Pump button to turn
them off .
System Under Pressure
Never disconnect hoses from the machine or the pump
without fi rst opening the spigot to relieve pressure.
CAUTION
NOTE
Rotate the coiled hose as it is stretched to
help straighten it out.
B.3
Lift the collection manifold upwards
then tilt it back to detach it from the
bracket.
The manifold may need to be
rotated so the metal stem clears
the bracket.
Turn the pump on and feed the
tan hose into the left side of the
black cover clamp.
NOTE
Face the natural curve of the tan hose
towards the outside of the cover to prevent
the hose from looping around twice.
B.18
As the hose feeds through the cover, orient the sensor
at an angle so the sensor wire does not interfere with
the drawer closing and is not obstructed by the other
hoses.
Connect the hose from the
bottom of the manifold to the
low mix sensor.
Section 3: Maintenance
B.20
Connect the tan hose to the bottom of the check
valve block. The bottom of the block has the smaller
hose connector.
B.21
Install the o-rings onto the base of the check valve
block. Apply a thin layer of sanitary lubricant to the
o-rings.
B.22
Connect the clear hose to the top of the check valve
block and tighten the clamp.
Insert the other end of the clear hose onto the mix
tube at the top of the cabinet. Do not tighten the clamp
until the check valve block is installed.
B.23
Install the check valve into the
block and secure the block with
the wire clamp. Make sure the
rubber check valve is installed in
the bottom seat of the assembly.
D. Daily Procedures - NightE. Daily Procedures - Morning
D.1
Remove the drip tray from
the front panel. Clean the
tray and reinstall it.
D.2
Remove the spigot extensions. Clean and sanitize
them and let them air dry.
D.3
Clean the underside of the clear front door and the
exposed portion of the spigots with mild detergent
water and then with sanitizing solution.
E.1
Clean the underside of the clear front door and the
exposed portion of the spigots with brushes and a
mild detergent water and then with sanitizing solution.
If an error code appears on the machine complete the steps on the following pages before calling your authorized
Stoelting distributor. Oftentimes the issues can be resolved using new/fresh product in a clean and sanitized machine.
149003Bushing - Front Auger Support 2
381804Auger Flight 12
482004Knob (Air Bleed Valve) 2
482019Knob - Front Door (Black) 4
624520O-Ring - Air Bleed Valve - Black 2
624598O-Ring - Outside Spigot - Black 4
624614O-Ring - Top & Bottom Center Spigot - Black 2
624664O-Ring - Middle Center Spigot - Black 1
624678O-Ring - Rear Seal - Black 2
625133O-Ring - Front Door - Black 2
667868Seal - Rear Auger (Orange) 2
694200Spring - Air Bleed Valve 2
694255Spring - Auger Flight 12
1151859Adapter - Rear Seal (Code 1) 2
2104552Support - Front Auger 2
2110116Valve - Air Bleed 22177427Front Door 1
2187811Spigot Body - Center 1
2187812Spigot Body - Outer 2
4151178 Auger Shaft 2
1. Scope:
PW Stoelting, L.L.C. (“Stoelting”) warrants to the first user (the “Buyer”) that the freezing cylinders,
hoppers, compressors, drive motors, speed reducers, and augers of Stoelting soft serve / shake
equipment will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and proper
maintenance appearing within five (5) years, and that all other components of such equipment
manufactured by Stoelting will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use
and proper maintenance appearing within twelve (12) months after the date that such equipment is
originally installed.
2. Disclaimer of Other Warranties:
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE; AND STOELTING HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
3. Remedies:
Stoelting’s sole obligations, and Buyer’s sole remedies, for any breach of this warranty shall be the
repair or (at Stoelting’s option) replacement of the affected component at Stoelting’s plant in Kiel,
Wisconsin, or (again, at Stoelting’s option) refund of the purchase price of the affected equipment,
and, during the first twelve (12) months of the warranty period, deinstallation/reinstallation of the
affected component from/into the equipment. Those obligations/remedies are subject to the
conditions that Buyer (a) signs and returns to Stoelting, upon installation, the Start-Up and Training
Checklist for the affected equipment, (b) gives Stoelting prompt written notice of any claimed breach
of warranty within the applicable warranty period, and (c) delivers the affected equipment to Stoelting
or its designated service location, in its original packaging/crating, also within that period. Buyer shall
bear the cost and risk of shipping to and from Stoelting’s plant or designated service location.
4. Exclusions and Limitations:
This warranty does not extend to parts, sometimes called “wear parts”, which are generally expected
to deteriorate and to require replacement as equipment is used, including as examples but not
intended to be limited to o-rings, auger flights, auger seals, auger support bushings, and drive belts.
All such parts are sold
AS IS.
Further, Stoelting shall not be responsible to provide any remedy under this warranty with respect to
any component that fails by reason of negligence, abnormal use, misuse or abuse, faulty repair made
by others, use with parts or equipment not manufactured or supplied by Stoelting, any modification or
alteration of any parts or equipment, or damage in transit.
The use of this equipment as a rental asset will negate all warranties associated with the equipment.
THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE THE SOLE LIABILITY
STOELTING AND THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF BUYER WITH RESPECT TO
EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED BY STOELTING; AND IN NO EVENT SHALL STOELTING
BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING
AS EXAMPLES BUT NOT INTENDED TO BE LIMITED TO DOWNTIME, OVERHEAD,
MATERIALS, AND PERFORMANCE PENALTIES, WHETHER FOR BREACH OF
WARRANTY OR OTHER CONTRACT BREACH, NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER TORT,
OR ON ANY STRICT LIABILITY THEORY.