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SERVICE AND INSTALLATION MANUAL THE ICE SERIES CUBERS ICE0250 through ICE2100 SERIES* *Includes Undercounter and 22 Inch Series ICE-O-Matic 11100 East 45th Ave Denver, Colorado 80239 Part Number 9081270-01 Date 1/08...
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ICE Series Table of Contents General Information How To Use This Manual Model And Serial Number Format Electrical And Mechanical Specifications Installation Guidelines Electrical And Plumbing Requirements Remote Condenser Installation How The Machine Works Undercounter Model Bin Removal Warranty Information Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance Procedure Cleaning and Sanitizing Instructions...
ICE Series Table of Contents General Information How To Use This Manual Model And Serial Number Format Electrical And Mechanical Specifications Installation Guidelines Electrical And Plumbing Requirements Remote Condenser Installation How The Machine Works Undercounter Model Bin Removal Warranty Information Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance Procedure Cleaning and Sanitizing Instructions...
ICE Series How To Use This Manual Ice-O-Matic provides this manual as an aid to the service technician in installation, operation, and maintenance of the ICE Series (electro-mechanical) cube ice machines. If used properly this manual can also assist the service technician to troubleshoot and diagnose most of the problems that may occur with the machine.
ICE Series Model and Serial Number Format Model Numbers 040 0 H A Condenser Type: A=Air W=Water R=Remote T=Top Discharge Air Cube Size: H=Half (3/8 X 7/8 X7/8) F=Full (7/8 X 7/8 X7/8) Voltage: 0=115V 5=240/50/1 6=208-230/60/1 7=208-230/60/3 Approximate 24 hour ice production: (x 10 @ 70°F/21°C Air and 50°F/10°C Water) Series: Slab ice cuber, Stainless Steel Cabinet Serial Number Date Code The first letter in the serial number indicates the month and decade of manufacture.
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This format is 14 characters long and begins with a date code followed by the Ice-O-Matic identifier, and then a sequential number. This is an entirely numerical serial number.
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Note: Installation should be performed by an Ice-O-Matic trained Service Technician. For proper operation of the Ice-O-Matic ice machine, the following installation guidelines must be followed. Failure to do so may result in loss of production capacity, premature part failures, and may void all warranties.
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ICE Series General Information Electrical and Plumbing Requirements: ICEU150, ICEU220, ICEU205 and ICEU206 Page A10...
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ICE Series Electrical and Plumbing Requirements: ICEU150, 220, 225 and 226 Note: The ICEU150, ICEU220, ICEU225 and ICEU226 do not have a splash curtain. These models utilize a thermostatic bin control in place of a mechanical bin switch. Page A11 General Information...
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ICE Series Electrical and Plumbing Requirements: ICEU300 and 305 Note: The ICEU300 does not have a splash curtain. This model utilize a thermostatic bin control in place of a mechanical bin switch. Page A12 General Information...
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ICE Series General Information Electrical and Plumbing Requirements: ICE0250, ICE0400, ICE0500, ICE0606, ICE0806 and ICE1006 (30 Inch Wide Cubers) Page A13...
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ICE Series General Information Electrical and Plumbing Requirements: ICE1406, ICE1806, ICE2106 (48 Inch Wide Cubers) Prior to January 2008 Page A14...
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ICE Series General Information Electrical and Plumbing Requirements: ICE0320 and ICE0520 (22 Inch Wide Cubers) Page A15...
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ICE Series General Information Electrical and Plumbing Requirements: ICE1400, ICE1800 and ICE2100 Revision 3 (From January 2008) Page A16...
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ICE Series General Information Electrical and Plumbing Requirements: ICE1506 Remote Page A17...
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ICE Series Remote Condenser Installation For proper operation of the Ice-O-matic ice machine, the following installation guidelines must be followed. Failure to do so may result in loss of production capacity, premature part failure, and may void all warranties. Installation Guidelines Ambient operating temperatures: -20°F (-28.9°C) to 120°F (48.9°C)
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Mixing Valve (Head Master). Only one valve is required per system. Kits are available to modify the condenser for compatibility. For more information contact your Ice-O-Matic Distributor. 10 ft. drop x 6.6 + 34 ft horizontal = 100 equivalent feet line run...
ICE Series General Information How the ICE Machine Works A general description of how the ICE Series cubers work is given below. The remainder of the manual provides more detail about the components and systems. With the ICE/OFF/WASH switch in the ICE position, the compressor, water pump and condenser fan motor (when applicable) will energize starting the freeze cycle.
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ICE Series General Information Undercounter Bin Removal-ICEU300 Series The storage bin can be removed by: Remove the lower grill. 2. Remove two screws securing bin to cabinet base. 3. Remove the thumbscrews from the back wall of the bin. 3. Remove the thumbscrews from the back wall of the bin. 4.
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ICE Series General Information Undercounter Bin Removal-ICEU150/200 Series The storage bin can be removed by: 1. Remove the two screws at the rear of the top panel. 2. Remove the two screws from the front panel. 3. Remove two screws securing bin to cabinet base. 4.
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Five years on cuber evaporators* Water Filtration System Extended Warranty Program Purchase a new Ice-O-Matic IFQ or IFI Series Water Filtration System with a new ICE Series ICE Machine, replace the filter cartridge every 6 month and Ice-O-Matic will extend the limited cuber evaporator warranty to 7 years parts and labor.
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Company-authorized distributor, without cost to the Customer, that part of any such machine that becomes defective. In the event that the Warranty Registration Card indicating the installation date has not been returned to Ice-O-Matic, the warranty period will begin on the date of shipment from the Company.
ICE Series Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance Note: Maintenance should be performed by an Ice-O-Matic trained Service Technician. Electrical shock and/or injury from moving parts inside this machine can cause serious injury. Disconnect electrical supply to machine prior to performing any adjustments or repairs.
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ICE Series Cleaning and Sanitizing (continued) 5. Add recommended amount of approved Nickel Safe ice machine cleaner to the water trough according to label instructions on the container. 6. Initiate the wash cycle at the ICE/OFF/WASH switch by placing the switch in the “WASH” position.
ICE Series Winterizing Procedures Important! Whenever the ice machine is taken out of operation during the winter months, the procedure below must be performed. Failure to do so may cause serious damage and will void all warranties. 1. Turn off water to machine. 2.
ICE Series Cleaning stainless steel Commercial grades of stainless steel are susceptible to rusting. It is important that you properly care for the stainless steel surfaces of your ice machine and bin to avoid the possibility of rust or corrosion. Use the following recommended guidelines for keeping your stainless steel looking like new: 1.
ICE Series Troubleshooting Trees How To Use The Troubleshooting Trees The troubleshooting trees were developed to be used in conjunction with the service information in the sections that follow. If used together as intended, these two parts of the manual will allow the ice machine service technician to quickly diagnose many of the problems encountered with the ice machines.
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ICE Series Troubleshooting Trees Table Of Contents Machine Does Not Run Machine Runs, Does Not Make Ice Slow Production (Cube Formation Good) Low Suction Pressure High Suction Pressure Cubes Are Hollow Uneven Bridge Thickness Ice Bridge Thickness Varies Cycle To Cycle Machine Produces Cloudy Ice Poor Water Distribution Over Evaporator Machine Does Not Enter Harvest...
ICE Series Machine Does Not Run Is the selector switch set to ICE? Set selector Switch to the ICE position Check for correct power supply to the machine Check High Pressure Safety Control Check High Temperature Safety Control Check Bin Control for proper adjustment, see page F9...
ICE Series Machine Runs, Does Not Make Ice Is water running over evaporator? Go to the Troubleshooting Tree on page Check High Pressure reset if necessary Continue if the machine has a remote condenser HIGH Check the suction pressure, is it low or high? Check refrigerant charge...
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ICE Series Machine Runs, Does Not Make Ice (continued) Is water leaking out of the Purge Drain or Water Trough? Repair water leakage defect HIGH OR NORMAL SUCTION Check refrigerant pressures, see page LOW SUCTION Recover and weigh in refrigerant charge Low side restriction or defective TXV...
ICE Series Slow Production (Cube Formation Good) Does installation meet guidelines? Correct any installation defects Check for excessive head pressure TOO HIGH Is this unit air cooled or water cooled? WATER Check Water Regulating Valve, See page E2 See Condenser service information page E2 Page C6...
ICE Series Low Suction Pressure Does installation meet guidelines? Is the water flow over the Evaporator correct? Check for correct head pressure, see page E10 DRY SYSTEM Check TXV for moisture based restriction WET SYSTEM Replace drier, evacuate and recharge system NOT OK Is the...
ICE Series High Suction Pressure Have you checked the “Slow Production” Tree? Is the head pressure also high? Is the machine installed to specifications? Is the Condenser dirty? Check for leaking Purge valve Go to “Slow Production” Troubleshooting Tree Check Hot Gas Valve, see page E5 Hot Gas Valve is possibility...
ICE Series Cubes Are Hollow Is the water temperature above 100°F (38°C)? Water temperature too high, correct water temperature Is there good water flow over the Evaporator? Go to the “Poor Water Distribution Check Timer for Over Evaporator” proper setting, see Troubleshooting Tree, page C13 Timer Initiate...
ICE Series Uneven Bridge Thickness Make sure supply water temperature is below 100°F (38°C) Check for water leaking out of Purge Drain Dirty or defective Purge Valve Is water running into the bin? Are the Evaporator(s) flooded? See page E4 and Check the suction pressure, is it high or low? See pageE1...
ICE Series Ice bridge Thickness Varies Cycle To Cycle Is air and water temps consistent and within guidelines? Check the Purge Valve for water leaks Check Hot Gas valve for proper operation Check Timer Initiate Control for proper operation Check Solid State Timer for proper operation TXV(s) could be...
ICE Series Machine Produces Cloudy Ice Is water running evenly across the evaporator? Doe machine meet installation guidelines? See Section A Cloudiness is a result of properties in the incoming supply water Page C12 Troubleshooting Trees See “Poor Water Running Over Evaporator Troubleshooting Tree page C13...
ICE Series Poor Water Distribution Over The Evaporator Is the machine level? Level the machine OBSTRUCTED Clean Water Distribution Tube; insure that it is assembled correctly Is the water level in the Water Trough correct? See Section D Check Water Distribution Tube for obstructions or improper assembly...
ICE Series Machine Does Not Enter Harvest Will suction pressure drop below cut-in of Timer Initiate? Does the manual Purge Switch energize the Purge Valve? High Temperature Safety Control may be open, see page F8 Is the freeze pattern on the Evaporator even? Check for signs of a...
ICE Series Machine Enters Harvest, Then Returns To Freeze Prematurely Is the Harvest Assist working properly? See page F6 Adjust as required or replace defective part Check the Manual Purge Switch Normally Closed contacts. See page CLOSED Check High Temperature Safety Control.
ICE Series Length Of Harvest Excessive Does the machine meet installation guidelines? Check Harvest Assist Assembly for proper operation, see page F6 NOT OK Adjust or replace defective part Correct installation deficiency Is the ice formation even on the Evaporator? Does the machine have a remote...
ICE Series Ice Does Not Release From Evaporator Is the ice bridge correct? See page F4 Set proper bridge thickness, see page F4 NOT OK Check Purge valve and Tubing for obstructions and proper operation, see page D2 Check Relay 1 and Relay Base for proper operation, see page F5...
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ICE Series Hot Evaporator, Low Suction And Discharge Pressure (Remote Only) Does the machine meet the installation guidelines? Does the machine have the proper refrigeration charge? Repair leak, evacuate and weigh in refrigerant charge per nameplate Correct installation deficiency Mixing Valve may be defective, see page E6...
ICE Series Water System Water Distribution and Components Water enters the machine through the float valve located in the water trough. The water trough holds water used for ice making. The float valve is used to maintain the proper water level in the water trough.
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ICE Series Water System Water Distribution Tube Water is pumped to a distribution tube located at the top of the evaporator and is used to distribute water evenly over the evaporator. The distribution tube can be removed and dissembled for cleaning if the hole becomes plugged or if there is excessive mineral build-up in the water system.
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ICE Series Water Splash Curtain The water splash curtain covers the evaporator to prevent water from splashing into the bin and is also used to actuate the bin switch. When the bin becomes full of ice, the splash curtain is held open when the ice drops off of the evaporator.
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ICE Series Water System Water Purge Valve When the machine enters the harvest cycle, the water pump continues to run and the purge valve opens. This allows mineral laden water to be pumped from the water trough to the drain. This helps keep the water system clean.
ICE Series Water Trough The water trough can be easily removed by the following procedures: 1. Disconnect power to the ice machine. 2. Shut the water supply off to the ice machine. 3. Remove water splash curtains when applicable. 4. Remove water trough mounting screws. 5.
ICE Series Refrigeration System Refrigerant Cycle and Components Before diagnosing the refrigeration system, it is very important that the refrigerant charge be correct. Whenever the refrigeration system has been opened, the filter-drier must be replaced and the proper refrigerant charge must be weighed in.
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Most Ice-O-Matic ice machine use R134a or R404a refrigerant. Always check the serial number data plate for the proper type of refrigerant and the amount used in the machine you are servicing.
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ICE Series Thermostatic Expansion Valve (TXV) The thermostatic expansion valve meters the flow of refrigerant into the evaporator changing its state from a high-pressure liquid to a low-pressure liquid. This drop in pressure causes the refrigerant to cool. The cooled refrigerant absorbs heat from the water circulating over the evaporator.
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ICE Series Thermostatic Expansion Valve (Continued) A dual evaporator machine will have one TXV for each evaporator. If one TXV sticks open and the other is operating normally, the suction pressure will be higher than normal and both evaporators will build thick ice. It is recommended that both valves be replace if one sticks open. If one TXV sticks closed and one is operating normally, the suction pressure will be normal or low but the evaporator with the defective valve will be starved (thick ice at the bottom and thin ice at the top).
ICE Series Note: Permanent discoloration of the evaporator plating is normal and will cause no problems with harvesting the ice or sanitary conditions. Before condemning the evaporator for plating problems, be certain it is not just discoloration. Good evaporators will not be covered under warranty. If the spillway (plastic evaporator top) becomes damaged, it can be replaced.
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ICE Series Remote Condenser (Continued) If the airflow is restricted or the condenser is dirty, the head pressure will be excessively high, slow production will result and the compressor may overheat and eventually become damaged. The condenser coil and fan blades must be kept clean. The condenser can be cleaned with compressed air or by using a brush.
ICE Series Refrigeration System Pump Down System (Remote Only) The pump down system prevents liquid refrigerant from migrating to the evaporator and compressor during the off cycle and prevents the compressor from slugging or starting under an excessive load. Liquid Line Solenoid When a machine with a remote condenser shuts off, the liquid line solenoid valve, located at the outlet of the receiver, is de-energized causing the valve to close completely restricting the flow of refrigerant.
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Most Ice-O-Matic ice machine use R134a or R404a refrigerant. Always check the serial number data plate for the proper type of refrigerant and the amount used in the machine you are servicing.
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ICE Series Refrigeration System If the refrigeration system is extremely wet, use radiant heat to raise the temperature of the system. This action will cause the moisture to vaporize at less of a vacuum. The use of two (2) valves, one between the vacuum pump and gauge manifold and the other between the refrigerant cylinder and the gauge manifold allows you to evacuate and charge the system without disconnecting any hoses.
ICE Series Electrical System Control Circuit All machines in this manual are electro-mechanical controlled; however the control circuitry on the single evaporator units differs from the dual evaporator units and is detailed below. Selector Switch The selector switch is used to put the machine into the ICE making or WASH cycle or to turn the machine OFF.
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ICE Series Electrical System Compressor Check (Continued) If all starting components are good, check the voltage from the common terminal of the compressor, making sure proper voltage is supplied to the compressor and all wiring is properly connected. If the compressor does not start and there is excessive amperage draw, (see locked rotor amps on compressor tag) the compressor has a locked rotor and should be replaced.
ICE Series Electrical System Untimed Freeze Cycle During the freeze cycle the compressor, water pump and condenser fan motor(s) (if used) are running. On remote systems the liquid line solenoid is also energized, see Refrigeration System. As ice forms on the evaporator, the suction pressure drops. The machine is in the untimed portion of the freeze cycle and will remain in untimed freeze until the suction pressure drops low enough to close the timer initiate control.
ICE Series Electrical System Timed Freeze When the freeze timer is energized, the machine is in the timed portion of the freeze cycle. The freeze timer will time out the remainder of the freeze cycle. Once the time has passed, the machine will enter the harvest cycle.
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ICE Series Electrical System Harvest Cycle Single Evaporator Machines Once the freeze timer has timed out, power is sent to relay 1 and the machine enters the harvest cycle. Once in harvest motor, the purge valve, hot gas valve and harvest motor are energized. The water pump continues to run during the first part of the harvest cycle so that mineral laden water remaining in the water trough can be pumped through the purge valve to the drain.
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ICE Series Electrical System Harvest Assist Assembly The harvest assist assembly has several purposes: to assist in moving the ice off of the evaporator, to control the length of harvest and to terminate harvest. When the machine enters harvest, power is sent to the harvest motor which turns a slip clutch.
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ICE Series Probe Tip and Swivel The probe tip is attached to the clutch and makes contact with the back of the ice slab during harvest. The swivel allows the probe tip to pivot as the clutch turns so that the probe is pushed straight through the evaporator probe guide.
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ICE Series Cam Switch Adjustment Check the cam switch for proper adjustment by slowing turning the clutch by hand in a counterclockwise direction while listening for the switch contacts to change. The switch should have an audible “click” as the roller reaches the high part of the cam. Now slowly turn the clutch in a clockwise direction and the switch should have an audible “click”...
ICE Series Electrical System Undercounter machines: A thermostatic bin control is used on the undercounter models. The bin thermostat is located in the control box with a capillary tube, which is in a brass thermo-well mounted to the water trough. When ice comes in contact with the capillary tube thermo-well, the bin thermostat opens and the machine will shut off.
ICE Series Electrical Sequence for the ICE1400 Series Version 3, ICE1800 Series Version 3 and the ICE2100 Series Version 3 Cubers. (Manufactured from January, 2008) ICE1400A/W3, 1800W3 and 2100W3 Electrical Sequence (Includes 50 hz. And 3 Phase) 1. Suction Pressure starts out at approx 60 psi and slowly drops to close the LP Control. 2.
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ICE Series Electrical Sequence for the ICE1400 Series Version 3, ICE1800 Series Version 3 and the ICE2100 Series Version 3 Cubers. (Manufactured from January, 2008) ICE1400R3, 1800R3 and 2100R3 Electrical Sequence (Includes 50 hz. And 3 Phase) This unit incorporates a timer upstream of the Low Pressure Control for Low Ambients. 1.
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ICE Series Electrical Sequence for theICE1506 Series Version 3 (Manufactured from January, 2008) This unit incorporates a timer upstream of the Low Pressure Control for Low Ambients. 1. When the Selector Switch is set to ICE, Relay Number 2 Coil is energized through Cam Switch contacts C and NC (Bypasses the Bin Controls) 2.
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