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Optima SO328 Floor Model
OWNER'S MANUAL
Manual No. 513591 Apr. 2003 Rev.2
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OWNER'S MANUAL
FOR MODEL SO328
STOELTING FLOOR MODEL FREEZER
This manual provides basic information about the freezer. Instructions and suggestions are given
covering its operation and care.
The illustrations and specifications are not binding in detail. We reserve the right to make changes
to the freezer without notice, and without incurring any obligation to modify or provide new parts
for freezers built prior to date of change.
DO NOT ATTEMPT to operate the freezer 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 freezer, contact the company at the
following location:
STOELTING, LLC Tele: 920-894-2293
502 Hwy 67
Kiel, WI 53042-1600 Fax: 920-894-7029
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Remote Possibilities.......................................................................................... 1
1.2 Features ............................................................................................................ 1
1.3 Freezer Specifications....................................................................................... 2
2. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 Safety Precautions............................................................................................. 3
2.2 Shipment and Transit ......................................................................................... 3
2.3 Freezer Installation ............................................................................................. 3
2.4 Installing Permanent Wiring ................................................................................ 4
3. INITIAL SET-UP AND OPERATION
3.1 Operator's Safety Precautions............................................................................ 5
3.2 Operating Controls and Indicators ...................................................................... 5
3.3 Disassembly of Freezer Parts ............................................................................ 5
3.4 Cleaning the Freezer Parts ................................................................................ 6
3.5 Sanitize Freezer and Freezer Parts.................................................................... 6
3.6 Assembly of Freezer .......................................................................................... 6
3.7 Sanitizing ........................................................................................................... 7
3.8 Cleaning & Sanitizing of SO328 with Fill-o-matic II and Fill-o-matic III.................. 8
3.9 Initial Freeze Down and Operation ..................................................................... 8
3.10 Removing Product ............................................................................................. 8
3.11 SO328 Operation............................................................................................... 8
4. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
4.1 Routine Cleaning ............................................................................................... 11
4.2 Preventative Maintenance .................................................................................. 11
4.3 Extended Storage.............................................................................................. 11
4.4 Consistency Adjustment ..................................................................................... 11
5. REPLACEMENT PARTS INFORMATION
5.1 Ordering Parts ................................................................................................... 13
5.2 Reference Drawing ............................................................................................ 13
6. ACCESSORIES
6.1 Fill-o-matic II....................................................................................................... 15
6.2 Fill-o-matic III ...................................................................................................... 17
6.3 Fill-o-matic Connections .................................................................................... 19
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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
FIGURE TITLE PAGE
1 Model SO328 ................................................................................... 1
2 Freezer Specifications...................................................................... 2
3 Leveling Unit ..................................................................................... 3
4 Electrical Box.................................................................................... 4
5 Controls ............................................................................................ 5
6 Disassembling Freezer..................................................................... 6
7 Front Door and Auger Assembly ....................................................... 6
8 Rear Seal Assembly ......................................................................... 6
9 Consistency Adjustment....................................................................11
10 Fill-o-matic II .....................................................................................16
11 Fill-o-matic III.....................................................................................18
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SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION
1.1 REMOTE POSSIBILITIES
The S toelting Optima delivers frozen drink profits by the pitcher. The Model SO328 is a high-volume producer of
ready-to-serve frozen cocktails or frozen neutral base for those special drink recipes. From an extra-small space,
the Optima’s compact design and high capacity output will give you extra-large profits.
1.2 FEATURES
High Capacity
- 15-18 gallons per hour per
cylinder output
- Thick, stackable slush for
post-mixing
- Or, ready-to-serve pre-mixed
products
High Efficiency Evaporator/Auger
- Stainless steel construction
- Long life auger blades
- Quiet, smooth operation
- 8 qt. freezing cylinder capacity
Figure 1. Model SO328
Consistency Control
- Adjustable for thick or thin
products
- Sensitive to product demand
- 24 volt control circuits
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Dispensing Head Door
- ”No-Freeze” design prevents
blockages
- Fast dispense for quick fill of
pitchers
- Controlled dispense for drinks
by the glass
- Convenient pull-type handle
- Attractive, clear , see-thru
design
- Visible, moving product for
merchandising appeal