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1. HARVEST Time Ts Water Filling Phase Electrical components Loads Water Pump Fan Motor Air cooled only Hot Gas Valve Water Inlet Valve Water Drain Valve P C Board Relay 1 amp 3 Coil P C Board Relay 2 Coil Electronic Timer Electronic Controls amp Sensors Evaporator Sensor Ice Level Sensor Page 20 ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF Page 21 OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS On air cooled models during the freezing cycle the discharge pressure will slowly decline as the unit freezes ice and at the same time the suction pressure will also decline reaching its lowest point just before harvest Compressor amps experience a similar drop On water cooled models the discharge pressure is maintened during the freeze cycle between 8 5 and 10 bars 120 140 psig by the combination of a pressure control and a water inlet solenoid valve However suction pressure and compressor amps will still decline as the machine freezes ice Freeze Cycle Average Discharge Pressure A C 7 11 bars 100 155 psig Average Discharge Pressure W C 8 5 10 bars 120 140 psig Suction Pressure End Freeze Cycl
2. ACM 55 CUBER machine specifications Capacity Water req ACM 55 AS 6 110 ACM 55 WS 6 om Stainless steel 1 4 14 Kg 290 otart Electric power cons Basic elect electr Kwh per 24 Hr Nr wires Amps fuse Cubes per harvest 24 medium A 15 C water temperature Page 7 GENERAL INFORMATION AND INSTALLATION A INTRODUCTION This manual provides the specifications and the step by step procedures forthe installation start up and operation maintenance and cleaning for the SCOTSMAN ACM 45 and ACM 55 icemakers The Electronic Cubers are quality designed engineered and manufactured Their ice making systems are thoroughly tested providing the utmost in flexibility to fit the needs of a particular user This product qualifies for the following listings These icemakers have been engineered to our own rigid safety and performance standards NOTE Toretain the safety and performance built into this icemaker it is important that installation and maintenance be conducted in the manner outlined in this manual B UNPACKING AND INSPECTION 1 Call your authorized SCOTSMAN Distributor or Dealer for proper installation 2 Visually inspect the exterior of the packing and skid Any severe damage noted should be reportedto the delivering carrier and a concealed damage claim form filled in subjetto inspection of the contents with the carriers representative present 3 a Cut and remove the plastic strip securing
3. The water drain solenoid valve electrically connected in parallel to the water inlet and to the hot gas solenoid valves is energized for all the length of the defrost cycle By means of the water pump that remains energized for 15 20 seconds at the beginning of the defrost cycle it allows the drain out of all remaining water rich of minerals deposited during the previous freezing cycle from the sump tank Page 24 By doing so it allows to the ice maker to make every new freezing cycle with new fresh water avoiding thereby the accumulation of sediments and scales which soon or later will cause the partial or total clogging of the water system of the unit K FAN MOTOR Air cooled version The fan motor connected in parallel with the water pump operates only during the freezing cycle to draw cooling air through the condenser fins keeping the the condensing temperature and the condensing pressure between the operating values according to the ambient tem perature L COMPRESSOR The hermetic compressor is the heart of the refrigerant system and it is used to circulate and retrieve the refrigerant throughout the entire system It compresses the low pressure refrigerant vapor causing its temperature to rise and become high pressure hot vapor which is then released through the discharge valve HI PRESSURE CONTROL Water cooled version Used only onthe water cooled versions it operates to keep between 8 5 and 10 bars
4. 120 140 psig the hi side or discharge pressure of the refrigerant system by energizing the coil of the water inlet solenoid valve that control the cooling water flow to the condenser Page 25 ADJUSTMENT REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES A ADJUSTMENT OF THE CUBE SIZE CAUTION Before performing actual adjustment of the cube size check other possible causes for cube size problems refer to the Service Diagnosis Section for problem review and analysis Do not perform any adjustment till the icemaking system has progressed through several complete freezing and harvest cycle to observe size and quality of ice cubes and whether or not the cube size problem exists I Ifthe cubes are shallow size Indentation is too deep probably the length of the third phase of the freezing cycle is too short so to extend such length you have to 1 Locate the DIP SWITCH on the front of the P C Board 2 Take note of the combination of the DIP SWITCH KEYS 3 4 5 6 and 7 and check the corrisponding length of freezing cycle 3rd phase as shown on Table C 3 Change the same DIP SWITCH KEYS setting so that it will correspond to the combination on table C coming next to the one remarked at step 2 This will allow an extension of the freezing cycle of one more minute 4 Observe the ice cubes in the next two harvests and eventually repeat steps 2 and 3 above until proper ice cubes size is achieved See figure ll If the cubes are
5. 40 F the ice bin level temperature sensor transmits a low voltage current flow to the P C BOARD so to restart the operation of the unit NOTE The ice maker after the interruption of its operation due to the ice level control cut out always restarts from the beginnig of the freezing cycle By changing the combination of the DIP SWITCH Keys number 8 and 9 itis possible to change the range of the ice level control temperature sensor This is shown on table D keeping its cut out temperature always at 2 C 35 F C P C BOARD Data processor The P C BOARD fitted in its plastic box located in the front of the unit consists of two separated printed circuits one at high and the other at low voltage integrated with a program selector of six aligned LEDS monitoring to the service engineer the operation of the machine of one DIP SWITCH with ten keys of input terminals for the leads of the two sensor probes and of input and output terminals for the leads of the ice maker electrical wires The P C BOARD is the brain of the system and It elaborates through its Micro Processor the signals received from the two sensors in order to control the operation of the different electrical components ofthe ice maker compressor water pump solenoid valves etc By turning the program selector it is possible to put the unit in the following different situations CLEANING RINSING The water pump is the only electrical component
6. Amps Kwh per 24 Hr Cubes per harvest 18 medium A 15 C water temperature Page 5 SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRONIC CUBER MODEL ACM 55 Important operating requirements MIN MAX Air temperature 10 40 Water temperature 5 C 40 Water pressure 1bar 5bar Electr voltage variations from voltage rating specified on nameplate 10 10 AIR COOLED MODELS WATER COOLED MODELS Kg C T gj 32 T 30 lt t cN N 2 oc 28 a a 26 O T On m B n Lu m LJ m 2 18 32 27 21 15 10 C 32 27 21 15 10 C WATER TEMPERATURE WATER TEMPERATURE NOTE The daily ice making capacity is directly related to the condenser air inlet temperature water temperature and age of the machine To keep your SCOTSMAN CUBER at peak performance levels periodic maintenance checks must be carried out as indicated on page 33 of this manual Page 6 SPECIFICATIONS PEEL 9 z i i gt z JE e 2 s z A on dU 365 14 3 8 dO ue 50 27 523 20 19 327 2501 49 66 LL 25 32 OD _ WATER OUTLET 2 21 1 266 0 15 229 3 4 GAS WATER OUTLET WATER COOLED ONLY I 32002 19 32 3 4 GAS WATER INLET 360 14_ 11 64 CORD SET Dimensions FRONT VIEW HEIGHT 738 mm WIDTH 457 mm DEPTH 522 mm WEIGHT 44 Kgs
7. the carton box to the skid b Remove the packing nails securing the carton box to the skid c Cutopenthe top ofthe carton and remove the polystyre protection sheet d Pull out the polystyre posts from the corners and then remove the carton 4 Remove the rear panel of the unit and inspect for any concealed damage Notify carrier of your claim forthe concealed damage as steted in step 2 above 5 Remove all internal support packing and masking tape 6 Check that refrigerant lines do not rub against or touch other lines or surfaces and that the fan blade moves freely 7 Check that the compressor fits snugly onto all its mounting pads 8 Use clean damp cloth to wipe the surfaces inside the storage bin and the outside of the cabinet 9 See data plate on the rear side of the unit and check that local main voltage corresponds with the voltage specified on it CAUTION Incorrect voltage supplied to the icemaker will void your parts replacement program 10 Remove the manufacturer s registration card from the inside of the User Manual and fill in all parts including Model and Serial Number taken from the data plate Forward the completed self addressed registration card to Frimont factory 11 On ACM 55 if necessary fit the four legs into their seats on the machine base and adjust them to the desired level C LOCATION AND LEVELLING WARNING This Ice Cuber is designed for indoor installation only
8. 1096 and 10 of the data plate rating Low voltage can cause faulty functioning and may be responsible for serious damage to the overload switch and motor windings NOTE All external wiring should conform to national state and local standards and regulations Check voltage on the line and the ice maker s data plate before connecting the unit E WATER SUPPLY AND DRAIN CONNECTIONS GENERAL When choosing the water supply for the ice cuber consideration should be given to a Length of run b Water clarity and purity c Adequate water supply pressure Since water is the mostimportant single ingredient in producting ice you cannot emphasize too much the three items listed above Low water pressure below 1 bar may cause malfunction of the ice maker unit Water containing excessive minerals will tend to produce cloudy coloured ice cubes plus scale build up on parts of the water system WATER SUPPLY Connect the 3 4 male fitting of the solenoid water inlet valve using a food grade flexible tube or a 3 8 O D copper pipe to the cold water supply line with regular plumbing fitting and a shut off valve installed in an accessible position between the water supply line and the unit If water contains a high level of impurities it is advisable to consider the use of the Water Drain Valve or the installation of an appropriate water filter or conditioner On Water Cooled version the water inlet solenoid valve has tw
9. Extended periods of operation at temperatures exceeding the following limitations will constitute misuse underthe terms ofthe SCOTSMAN Manufacturer s Limited Warranty resulting in LOSS of warranty coverage 1 Position the unit in the selected permanent location Criteria for selection of location include a Minimum room temperature 10 C 50 F and maximum room temperature 40 C 100 F b Water inlet temperatures minimum 5 C 40 F and maximum 40 C 100 F c Well ventilated location for air cooled models d Service access adequate space must be left for all service connections through the rear of the ice maker A minimum clearance of 15cm 6 must be left at the sides of the unit for routing cooling air drawn into and exhausted out of the compartment to maintain proper condensing operation of air cooled models 2 Level the unit in both the left to right and front to rear directions D ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS See data plate for current requirements to determine wire size to be used for electrical connections All SCOTSMAN icemakers require a solid earth wire All SCOTSMAN ice machines are supplied from the factory completely pre wired and require only electrical power connections to the wire cord provided at rear of the unit Make sure that the ice machine is connected to its own circuit and individually fused see data plate for fuse size The maximum allowable voltage variation should not exceed
10. and 45 minutes the total length of the freezing cycle will be limited to Tc T1 T2 skipping the added time Ta controlled by the electronic timer If instead the time T2 gets longer than 45 minutes the unit stops immediately with the lighting up of the warning 2nd RED LIGHT The same could happen in case the time T1 1st portion of freezing cycle gets longer than 15 minutes Once completed the freezing cycle 2nd or 3rd phase this last one is dependent of the length of the second phase of freezing cycle T2 the system goes automatically into the defrost cycle Ts The defrost cycle also has a pre fixed length that can vary in relation to the time T2 as shown in Table B At completion ofthe defrost cycle the P C BOARD put the unit into a new freezing cycle OPERATION ELECTRICAL SEQUENCE The following charts illustrate which switches and which components are ON or OFF during a particular phase of the icemaking cycle Refer to the wiring diagram for a reference BEGINNING FREEZE Time T1 and T2 Electrical components Loads Water Pump Fan Motor Air cooled only Hot Gas Valve Water Inlet Valve Water Drain Valve P C Board Relay 1 Coil P C Board Relay 2 amp 3 Coil Electronic Ti
11. been checked to ensure that the compressor is snugly fitted onto the mounting pads 9 Have the bin liner and cabinet been wiped clean 10 Has the owner user been given the User Manual and been instructed on the importance of periodic maintenance checks Page 9 11 Has the Manufacturer s registration card 12 Has the owner been given the name and been filled in properly Check for correct model the phone number of the authorized SCOTSMAN and serial number against the serial plate and Service Agency serving him mail the registration card to the factory G INSTALLATION PRACTICE Hand shut off valve Water filter Water supply line flexible hose 3 4 male fitting Vented drain Open trapped vented drain Drain fitting Main switch Power line 1 2 3 4 9 6 7 8 9 WARNING This icemaker is not designed for outdoor installation and will not function in ambient temperatures below 10 C 50 F or above 40 C 100 This icemaker will malfunction with water temperatures below 5 C 40 F or above 40 C 100 F Page 10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Start up After having correctly installed the ice maker and completed the plumbing and electrical connections perform the following Start up procedure A Remove the rear panel locate the control box and remove its cover B Locatethe grooved head similarto afillister screw head of the electronic program selector and with the help of a regular s
12. ice level control the temperature of its probe progressively rises to reach 4 5 C 40 F and at this point the ice machine restarts to initiate a new freezing cycle with the simultaneous extinguishing of the 3rd RED LIGHT WATER DRAIN VALVE 0 x WATER IN VALVE x mE X e WATER PUMP O COMPRESSOR Page 15 NOTE The CUT IN RANGE OF THE ICE LEVEL CONTROL SENSOR can be adjusted by means of the DIP SWITCH keys 8 and 9 as shown on table D of PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION its cut out setting remains however at 42 C 35 F N Remove the refrigerant service gauges and re fit the control box cover and the unit service panels previously removed O Instruct the owner user on the general operation of the ice machine and about the cleaning and care it requires Page 16 PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION How it works In the SCOTSMAN cube ice makers the water used to make the ice is kept constantly in circulation by an electric water pump which primes it to the spray system nozzles from where it is diverted into the inverted mold cups of the evaporator Fig A A small quantity of the sprayed water freezes into ice the rest of it cascades by gravity into the sump assembly below for recirculation FREEZING CYCLE The hot gas refrigerant discharged out from the compressor Fig B reaches the condenser where being cooled down condenses into liquid Flowing into the liquid line it passes through
13. of pressure control Cut in at 10 bar 140 psi Check circuit for overloading Check voltage at the supply to the building If low contact the power company Purge the system Check for loose wires in starting device Review setting of DIP SWITCH keys Blow charge add new gas amp drier after evacuating system with vacuum pump Same as above See remedies for shortage of water Check for leaks amp recharge Replace sensor SERVICE DIAGNOSIS SYMPTON Cloudy cubes Shortage of water Irregular cubes size amp some cloudy Cubes too large Decreased ice capacity Poor harvest Unit won t harvest Incorrect discharge pressure Excessive water in unit base POSSIBLE CAUSE Shortage of water Dirty water supply Accumulated impurities Water spilling out through curtain Water solenoid valve not opening Water leak in sump area Water flow control plugged Some jets plugged Shortage of water Unit not levelled Freezing cycle too long Inoperative evaporator sensor Inefficient compressor Leaky water valve Non condensable gas in system Poor air circulation or excessive hot location Red alarm LED glows Overcharge of refrigerant Capillary tube partially restricted Undercharge of refrigerant Discharge head pressure too high Restriction in incoming water line Water inlet valve not opening Hot gas valve orifice restricted Air vented holes in mold cups plugged Discharge head pressur
14. oversize size Indentation is too full probably the length of the second phase of the freezing cycle is too long To shorten such length you have to 1 Locate the DIP SWITCH on the front of the P C Board 2 Take note of the combination of the DIP SWITCH KEYS 3 4 5 6 and 7 and check the corrisponding length of freezing cycle 3rd phase as shown on Table C 3 Change the same DIP SWITCH KEYS setting so that it will correspond to the combination on table C pre ceding the one remarked at step 2 This will reduce an the freezing cycle length of one minute SMALL IDENTATION NORMAL SIZE AHAPE LITTLE OR NO ICE IN CENTER OF CUBE SA SHALLOW SIZE THICK BULGE SOLID ICE OVER SIZE 4 Observe the ice cubes in the next two harvests and repeat eventually steps 2 and 3 above until proper ice cubes size is achieved See figure B REPLACEMENT OF EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR 1 Remove front and top panel 2 Removethe evaporator cover and snap off the two metal clip securing the sensor probe to the serpentine 3 race the evaporator sensor terminal plug on the rear side of the control box and remove it from its socket by carefully pulling out the terminal plug securing clip 4 Toinstallthereplacement evaporator sensor follow the above steps in reverse C REPLACEMENT OF ICE LEVEL CONTROL SENSOR 1 Remove rear and front panel 2 Remove the sensor probe of the ice level control from its holder
15. replacement drier whenever the sealed refrigeration system is open Do not replace the drier until all other repairs or replacements have been completed 4 To install the replacement hot gas valve body follow the above steps in reverse NOTE Thoroughly evacuate the system to remove moisture and non condensables after hot gas valve replacement O REPLACEMENT OF EVAPORATOR PLATEN 1 Remove front top and rear panels 2 Remove the plastic cover from the upper part of the evaporator platen 3 Remove the evaporator sensor probe taking offthetwo metal clips securing itto the evaporator serpentine 4 Recover the refrigerant from the system and transfer it in a container so to reclaim or recycle it 5 Remove the water inlet copper tube from the evaporator chamber after unloosing the appropriate screws 6 Unsolder and disconnect the capillary tube and hot gas line from one serpentine of evaporator and the suction discharge line from the other serpentine 7 Lift the evaporator platen assembly out of its seat NOTE Always install a replacement drier whenever the sealed refrigeration system Is open Do not replace the drier until all other repairs or replacements have been completed 8 Tloinstallthe replacement evaporator follow the above steps in reverse NOTE 7horoughly evacuate the system to remove moisture and non condensables after evaporator replacement Page 28 P REPLACEMENT OF AI
16. test shut off Put a showelfull of ice cubes in contact with the control sensor for at least one minute This should cause the ice maker to shut off and the light up of the 3rd RED LED IMPORTANT Perform the above check only at the end of harvest cycle or at the beginning of freezing cycle in order to do not cause to the unit to make a double freezing cycle Within few seconds after the removal of the showelfull of ice from the sensing probe the icemaker restarts in freezing cycle NOTE 7he RANGE OF THE ICE LEVEL CONTROL SENSORH can be adjusted as shown on table D of PHINCIPLE OF OPERATION its cut out setting remains however at 42 C 35 F 8 Check for refrigerant leaks C CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS OF WATER SYSTEM 1 Remove the front and top panels to gain access either to the control box and to the evaporator 2 Wait till the end of defrost cycle then with the help of a normal screwdriver turn the program selector head on STAND BY position to temporaly stop the operation Fig 8 3 Prepare the cleaning solution by diluting in aplastic container one ortwo liters of warm water 45 50 C with a 0 1 0 2 liters of SCOTSMAN Ice Machine Cleaner WARNING The SCOTSMAN Ice Machine Cleaner contains Phosphoric and Hydroxyacetic acids These compounds are corrosive and may cause burns if swallowed DO NOT indu ce vomiting Give large amounts of water or milk Call Physician immediately In case of exter
17. the P C BOARD in order to activate the electronic timer This one takes over the control of the freezing cycle upto the complete formation of the ice cubes Fig 4 with the lighting up of the 4th REDLED located just above the previous lighted one NOTE The length of the entire freezing cycle is the sum of the lengths of three phases two of which T1 T2 controlled by the evaporator temperature sensor which has its probe placed in contact with the evaporator serpentine Non adjustable and one Ta by the electronic timer Adjustable incorporated in the P C BOARD The lengths of the first two phases related to the evaporator temperature and controlled by its sensor are 1 The time elapsed since the beginning of freezing cycle up to when the evaporator reaches the temperature of 0 C 32 F T2 The time required for the evaporator to fall from 0 C 32 F 13 C 8 5 TEMPERATURE SENSORS EVAPORATOR ELECTRONIC CARD The third time Ta Time added is in relation to one ofthe different combinations of the five keys 3 4 5 6 AND 7 of the DIP SWITCH located in the front of the P C BOAHD The combination is factory set in consideration of the ice maker type and of its cooling version It is possible however to vary the timed length of the freezing cycle by changing the DIP SWITCH keys settings In Table C of PRINCIPLE OF OPEHATION are shown the various time extensions of the freezing cycle
18. the drier filter then it goes all the way through the capillary tube where due to the heat exchanging action it looses some of its heat content so that its pressure and temperature are lowered as well Next the refrigerant enters into the evaporator serpentine which has a larger I D then the capillary and starts to boil off this reaction is emphasized by the heat transferred by the sprayed water The refrigerant then increases in volume and changes entirely into vapor The vapor refrigerant then passes through the suction accumulator used to prevent that any small amount of liquid refrigerant may reach the compressor and through the suction line In both the accumulator and the suction line it TEMPERATURE SENSORS EVAPORATOR IS DATA PROCESSOR 2 TRANSF ELECTRONIC CARD exchanges heat with the refrigerant flowing into the capillary tube warmer before to be sucked in the compressor and to be recirculated as hot compressed refrigerant gas Thefreezing cycle is controlled by the evaporator temperature sensor which has its probe in contact with the evaporator serpentine that determines the length of the first and second portion of it the starts up of the freezing cycle is signalled by the glowing of the 6th RED LED Thefirstportionlength ortime T1 Not adjustable is equal to the time required by the temperature sensor to fall to 0 C 32 F When reached it is signalled by the glowin
19. 9 setting determines the range between cut in and cut out temperature of the ice bin level temperature sensor as specified in table D The 10th DIP SWITCH key is used to change the setting of the evaporator temperature sensor from 13 C 8 5 F OFF position ACM 55 to 16 C 3 F ON position on model ACM 45 E WATER SPRAY SYSTEM Throughits nozzles the water pumped is sprayed in each individual cup to be frozen into ice It consists of one spray platform which has six spray nozzles each F WATER PUMP The water pump operates continually throughout the freezing cycle priming the water from the sump to the spray system and through the spray nozzles sprays it into the inverted cup molds to be frozen into crystal clear ice cubes On machines equipped with the water drain valve the water pump remains in operation for 15 20 seconds at the beginning of the defrost cycle in order to pump out to the drain all the remaining water which is generally rich of minerals and sediments deposited into the sump tank during the previous freezing cycle Itis recommended that the pump motor bearings be checked at least every six months G WATER INLET SOLENOID VALVE 3 4 MALE FITTING The water inlet solenoid valve is activated by the Micro Processor of the P C BOARD during the first 5 minutes of water filling phase and as well during the defrost cycle When energized it allows a metered amount of incoming water to flow over the e
20. R COOLED CONDENSER 1 Remove front and rear panels 2 Remove the two bolts attaching the condenser to the base 3 Recover the refrigerant from the system and transfer it in a container so to reclaim or recycle it 4 Unsolder the refrigerant lines from the condenser and remove it from the unit NOTE Always install a replacement drier whenever the sealed refrigeration system is open Do not replace the drier until all other repairs or replacements have been completed 5 loinstall the replacement condenser follow the above steps in reverse NOTE Thoroughly evacuate the system to remove moisture and non condensables after condenser replacement Q REPLACEMENT OF HI PRESSURE CONTROL Water cooled models 1 Remove front and rear panels 2 Hemove screws which secure the hi pressure control to the unit frame 3 Disconnect the terminal wires from the hi pressure control 4 Recover the refrigerant from the system and transfer it in a container so to reclaim or recycle it 5 Trace the hi pressure control capillary tube andunsolder and disconnectitfrom the refrigerant system NOTE Always install a replacement drier whenever the sealed refrigeration system is open Do not replace the arier until all other repairs or replacements have been completed 6 Toinstallthereplacementhi pressure control follow the above steps in reverse NOTE Thoroughly evacuate the system to remove moisture a
21. SERVICE MANUAL ACM 45 ACM 55 R 134 A VERSION Electronic cubers with storage SCOTSMAN INDICE Page 2 Table of contents oage Specifications ACM 45 Specifications ACM 55 GENERAL INFORMATION AND INSTALLATION Introduction 7 Unpacking and Inspection 7 Location and levelling Electrical connections Water supply and drain connections Final check list Installation practice 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OD Q c O Operational checks 11 OPERATING PRINCIPLES How it works Freezing cycle Harvest cycle Control sequence Component description ADJUSTMENT REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES Adjustment of the cube size Replacement of evaporator temperature sensor Replacement of ice level control sensor Replacement of P C BOARD Replacement of the water pump Replacement of water inlet solenoid valve Replacement of water drain valve Replacement of condenser water inlet solenoid valve Water cooled models Replacement of hot gas valve coil Replacement of fan motor Replacement of plastic curtain Replacement of spray platform and chute Replacement of drier Replacement of hot gas valve body Replacement of evaporator platen Replacement of air cooled condenser Replacement of hi pressure control Water cooled models Replacement of water cooled condenser Replacement of compressor Wiring diagram 5 Service diagnosis 31 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS Gener
22. al Icemaker Cleaning instructions of water system Page 3 SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRONIC CUBER MODEL ACM 45 Important operating requirements MIN MAX Air temperature 10 40 Water temperature 5 40 Water pressure 1bar 5bar Electr voltage variations from voltage rating specified on nameplate 10 10 making capacity AIR COOLED MODELS WATER COOLED MODELS ICE PRODUCED PER 24 HRS AMBIENT TEMPERATURE ICE PRODUCED PER 24 HRS AMBIENT TEMPERATURE WATER TEMPERATURE WATER TEMPERATURE NOTE Thedaily ice making capacity is directly related to the condenser air inlet temperature water temperature and age of the machine To keep your SCOTSMAN CUBER at peak performance levels periodic maintenance checks must be carried out as indicated on page 33 of this manual Page 4 SPECIFICATIONS 44 1747 64 MIN FOR UTILITY CONNECTIONS sza WATER INLET 374 WATER OUTLET WATER COOLED ONLY 25 327 OD WATER OUTLET 20 mm 710 t27 61 64 Dimensions HEIGHT 725 mm WIDTH 457 mm a sssws DEPTH 480 mm 16 51466 WEIGHT 39 Kgs ACM 45 CUBER machine specifications Capacity Water req Model Cond unit Comp HP ihe cold stofte It 24 HR ACM 45 AS 6 Air 100 Stainless steel 1 4 14 Kg ACM 45 WS 6 Water 9 270 Basic electr electr Amps Start Watts EIGCIHe pOWer Coris Nr Neowies wires Amps fuse
23. ater reach of minerals and deposits of the previous freezing cycle NOTE The length of the defrost cycle not adjustable changes in accordance with the duration of the second portion of the freezing cycle T2 and is related as well to the ambient temperature as shown on Table B Infact in high ambienttemperature situation the defrost cycle is abbreviated so to recover some of the time used for the longer freezing cycle At the end of the defrost cycle both the hot gas and the water inlet valves close and the machine starts again a new freezing cycle OPERATION CONTROL SEQUENCE At the start of freezing cycle the evaporator temperature sensor controls the length of the first T1 and second T2 portion of the freezing cycle Asitsensesthe predetermined evaporating temperature of 13 C 8 5 F it supplies a low voltage current to the P C BOARD in order to activate the electronic timer which takes over the control of the remaining portion of the freezing cycle for a pre fixed time Ta subordinated to the DIP SWITCH keys setting see Tab C NOTE The evaporator temperature sensor factory pre set is the same for all the models and is not adjustable in the field During the normal operation mode the length or the total time of the freezing cycle ie equal to the sum of the three partial times i e Tc T1 T2 Ta In case the length of the second portion of the freezing cycle or time T2 gets long as to be between 35
24. crew the two screws securing the inlet solenoid valve to the cabinet 5 Remove the corbin clamps and water hose the valve is now free 6 To install the replacement water inlet solenoid valve follow the above steps in reverse NOTE Pay attention of the two different typesd offlow controls located into the outlet ports of the valve so to connect each one to the correct use production or condenser I REPLACEMENT OF HOT GAS VALVE COIL 1 Remove rear panel 2 Remove the hardware securing the hot gas valve coil to its body 3 Trace the electric wires belonging to the hot gas valve coil and disconnect them then lift the valve coil from the valve body 4 Toinstallthe replacement hot gas valve coil follow previous steps in reverse J REPLACEMENT OF FAN MOTOR 1 Remove back panel 2 Remove screws and yellow green ground wire Trace the electrical leads of fan motor and disconnect them 3 Remove the bolts securing the fan motor bracket to the cabinet base and then remove the assembly 4 Toinstall the replacement fan motor follow the above steps in reverse NOTE When installing a new fan motor check that the fan blades do not touch any surfaces and move freely K REPLACEMENT OF PLASTIC CURTAIN 1 Open the storage bin door to gain access to the curtain 2 Remove the plastic curtain from the clips holding it and take out 3 To install the replacement plastic curtain follow the abov
25. crewdriver turn the selector head in the OPERATION position C Give power to the unit to start it up by switching ON the power line main disconnect switch The 1st GREEN LED will glow TEMPERATURE SENSORS ELECTR TIMER EVAPORATOR gt L gt L DATA PROCESSOR l j TRANSF ELECTRONIC CARD NOTE Every time the unit returns under power after having been switched off the water inlet valve the hot gas valve and the water drain valve get energized for a period of 5 minutes thus to admit new water to the machine sump reservoir to fill it up and eventually to wash off any dirt that can have deposited in it during the unit off period Fig 1 D During the water filling operation check to see that the incoming water dribbles through the evaporator platen dribbler holes down into the sump reservoir to fill it up and also that the incoming surplus of water flows out through the overflow pipe into the drain line During the water filling phase the components energized are THE WATER INLET SOLENOID VALVE THE HOT GAS SOLENOID VALVE THE WATER DRAIN SOLENOID VALVE WATER DRAIN VALVE 5d 5 d e WATER PUMP N 8 ES FAN MOTOR N ie Page 11 NOTE f in the 5 minutes length of the water filling phase the machine sump reservoir does not get filled with water up to the rim of the overflow pipe it is advisable to check 1 The water pressure of the wa
26. e 0 0 1 bar 0 1 5 psig REFRIGERANT METERING DEVICE capillary tube REFRIGERANT CHARGE R 134 A Model Air Cooled Water Cooled ACM 45 250 gr 9 0 oz 250 gr 9 0 oz ACM 55 260 gr 9 3 oz 250 gr 9 0 oz COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION A EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR The evaporator temperature sensor probe located in contact with the evaporator serpentine detects the dropping of the evaporator tempera ture during the freezing cycle and signals it by supplying acurrent flow to the Micro Processor of P C BOARD According to the current signal and to after how long this is received the Micro Processor may or not give the consent to the ice maker to complete the freezing cycle The low voltage current transmitted from the evaporator temperature sensor to the P C BOARD is signalled by the lighting up of the fourth Time T1 and fifth Time T2 RED LED placed in the front of the P C BOARD to inform the service engineer of the normal regular progressing of the freezing cycle B ICE BINLEVEL SENSOR The ice bin level temperature sensor secured to one of the storage bin walls stops the operation of the entire ice maker only at the end of the defrost cycle when its sensing probe in contact with the stored ice reaches the temperature of 2 C 85 F lighting up in the meantime the third RED LED Once the ice is removed from the sensing probe its temperature progressively rise up and as it reaches the value of 4 5 C
27. e steps in reverse L REPLACEMENT OF SPRAY PLATFORM AND CHUTE 1 Follow the steps in procedure L to remove the plastic curtain 2 Lift the plastic spray system from the evaporator housing and remove the corbin clamp fastening the plastic hose to the port at the bottom of the spray platform 3 Disconnect the plastic hose from the spray platform inlet port and remove it 4 install the replacement spray platform follow above steps in reverse M REPLACEMENT OF DRIER 1 Remove front and back panels 2 Recover the refrigerant from the system and transfer it in a container so to reclaim or recycle it 3 Unsolderthe refrigerantline andthe capillary tube from the two sides of the drier 4 To install the replacement drier remove factory seals and solder the refrigerant line and the capillary tube taking precautions to NOT OVERHEAT the drier body 5 Thoroughly evacuate the system to remove moisture and non condensable after drier replacement 6 Charge the system with refrigerant 22 by weight see data plate of machine and check for leaks 7 Replace panels previously removed N REPLACEMENT OF HOT GAS VALVE BODY 1 Follow the steps in procedures J to remove the hot gas valve coil 2 Recover the refrigerant from the system and transfer it in a container so to reclaim or recycle it 3 Unsolder the refrigerant lines from the hot gas valve body and remove it from the unit NOTE Always install a
28. e too low Inoperative P C Board Hot gas valve not opening Water solenoid valve not opening Inoperative fan motor Air cooled Inoperative hi press control Water cooled Water inlet valve to condenser clogged or inoperative Water tubing leaking Page 32 SUGGESTED CORRECTION See remedies for shortage of water Use water softner or water filter Use SCOTSMAN Ice Machine cleaner Check or replace curtain Replace valve Locate and repair Remove and clean Remove jet cover and clean See shortage of water Level as required Review setting of DIP SWITCH keys Replace sensor Replace Repair or replace Purge the system Relocate the unit or provide for more ventilation Correct the charge Purge off slowly Blow charge add new gas amp drier after evacuating system with vacuum pump Charge to data plate indication See incorrect discharge pressure Check water valve strainer and flow control If necessary enlarge the flow control orifice Valve coil with open winding Replace valve Replace hot gas valve assy Clean out holes See incorrect discharge pressure Replace P C Board Valve coil with open winding Replace valve Valve coil with open winding Replace valve Replace Replace Clean or replace Check Tighten or replace Page 33 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS A GENERAL The periods andthe procedures for maintenance and cleaning are given as guides and are not to be construed a
29. efrost cycle not adjustable is related to the length of the second phase of freezing cycle T2 as detailed in Table B The electrical components in operation during this phase are COMPRESSOR WATER INLET SOLENOID VALVE HOT GAS SOLENOID VALVE WATER DRAIN SOLENOID VALVE WATER PUMP and FAN MOTOR for the first 15 20 seconds The incoming water passing through the water inlet valve and its flow control Fig C runs over the evaporator platen and then flows by gravity through the dribbler holes down into the sump reservoir The water filling the sump reservoir forces part of the surplus water from the previous freezing cycle to go out to the waste through the overflow pipe This overflow limits the level of the sump water which will be used to produce the next batch of ice cubes Meanwhile the refrigerant as hotgas discharged from the compressor Fig D flows through the hot gas valve directly into the evaporator serpentine by passing the condenser The hot gas circulating into the serpentine of the evaporator warms up the copper molds causing the defrost of the ice cubes The ice cubes released from the cups drop by gravity onto a slanted cube chute then through a curtained opening they fall into the storage bin On the versions equipped with the water drain valve the water pump remains in operation during the first 15 20 seconds of the defrost cycle to pump out trough the opened water drain valve the remaining w
30. g of the 5th RED LED NOTE f after 15 minutes the evaporator temperature has not yet reached the value of 0 C 32 F due to a partially or total shortage of refrigerant or to a too high condensing temperature etc the sensor through the P C BOARD causes the unit to stop the operation with the simoultaneous glowing of the 2nd RED WARNING LED Fig 7 After having eliminated the source of the unit trip off to restart the machine operation it is necessary first to rotate the program selector on RE SET position then put it again on to OPERATION position or alternatively switch OFF and ON the hand disconnect Main Switch Theice machine resumes its normal operation by going through the 5 minutes water filling phase WATER DRAIN VALVE WATER IN VALVE WATER PUMP O gt Page 17 00000000 The second portion length of freezing cycle or time T2 Not adjustable is equal to the time required by the evaporator temperature to go from 0 C 32 F to 13 C 8 5 F The sensor will light up the 4th RED LED NOTE n case the time T2 gets longer than 45 minutes the unit stops with the glowing of the 2nd RED WARNING LED The third portion or time Ta Added time of the freezing cycle is controlled by the electronic timer of P C BOARD As the evaporator temperature reaches the value of 13 C 8 5 F the sensing probe of the evaporator sensor in contact with the serpentine changhes its e
31. ich allow to set up the micro processor program in order to extend or to shorten the length of freezing cycle in relation to the different models and versions of ice machines and to modify the sensing range of the ice bin level temperature sensor The 1st DIP SWITCH key is used to supply power to the water pump during the first 15 20 seconds of the defrost cycle to pump out all remaining water from the sump tank when is set to ON position The 2nd DIP SWITCH key allows to make a rapid check up auto diagnosis of the P C BOARD output connections compressor water pump fan motor water inlet and hot gas solenoid valves energizing them in rapid sequence 2 seconds one by one DURING THE AUTOMATIC OPERATION OF THE ICE MAKER THIS KEY MUST BE SET IN OFF POSITION ATTENTION The check up of the P C BOARD output must be performed in avery short time in order to avoid frequent start and stop every few seconds of the electrical components which may damage them especially the compressor LENGTH OF THE DEFROST CYCLE Ts ACCORDING TO THE LENGTH OF T2 T2 T2 5 o I2 6 6 lt T2 lt 6 30 6 30 lt I2 lt 7 7 lt 12 lt 8 8 lt T2 lt 9 9 lt T2 lt 10 30 10 30 lt T2 lt 12 12 lt T2 Ts Page 23 The setting of the DIP SWITCH keys 3 4 5 6 and 7 determines the length of the 3rd phase of freezing cycle controlled by the electronic timer as detailed in table C The DIP SWITCH keys 8 and
32. in operation and it must be used during the cleaning or the rinsing procedure of the water system of ice machine STAND BY The unit remain under electrical power but OUT of operation It can be used by the service engineer in order to stop the unit during the service and inspection operations IN OPERATION The unit is running through the freezing and defrost cycles stopping automatically only at full bin situation RE SET To be selected to resume the unit operation when the ice maker shuts off due to the intervention of the security of the P C BOARD in relation to the exceeding time of freezing cycle portion T1 and T2 The six LEDS not visibles trough the panel placed in a vertical row in the front of the P C BOARD monitor from the top to the bottom the following situations GREEN LIGHT Unit under electrical power RED LIGHT Unit shut off due to P C BOARD security 1 gt 15 o T2 gt 45 RED LIGHT Unit shut off at full storage bin RED LIGHT Evaporator sensor at 13 C 8 5 F RED LIGHT Evaporator sensor at 0 C 32 F RED LIGHT Compressor under power Page 22 The Micro Processor of the P C BOARD has also the important function to establish the length of the defrost cycle Ts in relation with the duration of the second phase of the freezing cycle or time T2 as shown on table B D DIP SWITCH The P C BOARD which controls the entire operation of the ice maker has a DIP SWITCH with ten switching keys wh
33. ing and harvest anti algae disinfectant solution every week cycle make sure of proper texture and clearness WATER DRAIN VALVE TEMPERATURE SENSORS EVAPORATOR WATER Z P L FAN M m PROCESSOR EN TE 2 TRANSF je ia ws ELECTRONIC CARD
34. lectrical resistance causing a low voltage current to flow to the P C BOARD which thereby activates an electronic timer NOTE The activation of the timer Time mode of P C BOARD is signalled by the glowing of 4th RED LED located in the front of the P C BOARD ATTENTION In case the length of the second portion of freezing cycle or time T2 lasts as long as between 35 and 45 minutes the third portion or time Ta gets skipped by the P C BOARD which puts the unit directly in the defrost or harvest cycle The length of the third portion of the freezing cycle adjustable is pre fixed and related to the setting of the DIP SWITCH keys 3 4 5 6 and 7 In Table C are indicated the various lengths of the third portion of freezing cycle Time mode in accordance with the different combinations of the DIP SWITCH KEYS In Table A herebelow illustrated are indicated the DIP SWITCH keys combinations for the ACM 45 and ACM 55 at different versions as they are set in the factory The electrical components in operation during the freezing cycle are COMPRESSOR FAN MOTOR in air cooled version WATER PUMP and during the timed phase of freezing cycle Time mode they are joined by the ELECTRONIC TIMER Page 18 On the air cooled versions the refrigerant head pressure is gradually reduced from a value of approx 11 bars 155 psig generally recorded atthe beginning of the freezing cycle with the unit at21 C 70 F ambient tem
35. located on the left side wall of storage bin 3 Trace the ice level control terminal plug on the rear side of control box and remove it from its Socket by carefully pulling out the terminal plug securing clip 4 Withtraw the ice level sensor probe through the hole located on the rear side of storage bin 5 To install the replacement ice level control follow the above steps in reverse D REPLACEMENT OF P C BOARD 1 Remove front and top panel 2 Tracethe evaporator andthe level sensor terminal plugs on the rear side of the control box and remove them from their sockets by carefully pulling out the terminal plug securing clips 3 Disconnect the terminal board connection plug from the rear side of P C BOARD then unloose the four screws holding the same to the plastic control box and remove it 4 To install the replacement P C BOARD follow the above steps on reverse E REPLACEMENT OF THE WATER PUMP 1 Remove top panel 2 Open the sliding bin door Water pump is located in small compartment at the right side of curtained ice discharge opening Page 26 3 Unloose the screws securing the pump bracket to the unit frame 4 Locate the plastic hose on the pump discharge port of the pump and disconnect it 5 Unloosethe nut and the jellow green ground wire Cut the pump electrical wires 6 Unloose screw washer and lockwasher and take the water pump off the bracket 7 To install the replacement pum
36. mer Electronic Controls amp Sensors Evaporator Sensor Ice Level Sensor TIMED FREEZE Time Ta Electrical components Loads Water Pump Fan Motor Air cooled only Hot Gas Valve Water Inlet Valve Water Drain Valve P C Board Relay 1 Coil P C Board Relay 2 amp 3 Coil Electronic Timer Electronic Controls amp Sensors Evaporator Sensor Ice Level Sensor ON OFF OFF OFF OFF HARVEST Time Ts Water Drain Phase 15 20 sec Electrical components Loads Water Pump Fan Motor Air cooled only Hot Gas Valve Water Inlet Valve Water Drain Valve P C Board Relay 1 amp 3 Coil P C Board Relay 2 Coil Electronic Timer Electronic Controls amp Sensors Evaporator Sensor Ice Level Sensor
37. ming water flows correctly into the sump reservoir in order to refill it and that its surplus overflows through the overflow drain tube L Checkthe texture of ice cubes just released They have to be in the right shape with a small depression of about 5 6 mm in their crown If not wait for the completion of the second cycle before performing any adjustment TEMPERATURE SENSORS EVAPORATOR DATA PROCESSOR T ELECTRONIC CARD Page 14 If the ice cubes require a correction of their shape it is possible to modify the length of the timed freezing cycle by changing the DIP SWITCH keys setting as illustrated on table C shown in OPERATING PRINCIPLE If the ice cubes are shallow and cloudy it is possible that the ice maker runs short of water during the freezing cycle second phase or the quality of the supplied water requires the use of an appropriate water filter or conditioner M sure of the correct operation of ice level temperature sensor located in one side of storage bin liner place one shovel of ice cubes in contact with its probe for approx 30 sec 1 minute As the temperature of storage bin sensor reaches the value of 2 C 35 F the ice level control transmits a signal to the micro processor of the P C BOARD in order to stop the ice maker operation with the simultaneous glowing of the 3rd RED LIGHT to monitor the BIN FULL situation Fig 6 With no more ice cubes in touch with the
38. nal contact flush with water KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN 4 Scoop out all the ice cubes stored into the bin in order to prevent them from being contaminated with the cleaning solution then flush out the water from the sump reservoir by removing the overflow stand pipe 5 Remove the evaporator cover then slowly pour onto the evaporator platen the cleaning solution With the help of a brush dissolve the most resistant and remote scale deposits in the platen 6 Set the program selector head on CLEANING RINSING Fig 9 NOTE With the system in CLEANING RINSING mode the water pump is the only component in operation to circulate the cleaning solution in the entire water system TEMPERATURE SENSORS EVAPORATOR gt I PROCESSOR ELECTRONIC CARD Page 34 7 Let the unit to remain in the CLEANING RINSING mode for about 20 minutes then turn the program selector on STAND BY again 8 Flush out the cleaning solution from the sump reservoir then pour onto the evaporator cavity two or three liters of clean potable water to rinse the mold cups and the platen If necessary remove the water spray platen to clean it separately as per step 3 of paragraph B 9 Turn again the program selector on CLEANING RINSING The water pump is again in operation to circulate the water in order to rinse the entire water system 10 Do it twice so to be sure no more traces of descaling s
39. nd non condensables after hi pressure control replacement Page 29 R REPLACEMENT OF WATER COOLED CONDENSER 1 Remove front and rear panels 2 Remove bolts which secure the condenser to the unit base 3 Remove the corbin clamps and disconnect the plastic hoses from the water cooled condenser 4 Recover the refrigerant from the system and transfer it in a container so to reclaim or recycle it 5 Unsolder the refrigerant lines from the condenser and remove it from the unit NOTE Always install a replacement arier whenever the sealed refrigeration system is open Do not replace the drier until all other repairs or replacements have been completed 6 Toinstallthe replacement condenser follow the above steps in reverse NOTE Thoroughly evacuate the system to remove moisture and non condensables after condenser replacement S REPLACEMENT OF COMPRESSOR 1 Remove front and rear panels 2 Remove the cover and disconnect the electrical leads from the compressor junction box 3 Recover the refrigerant from the system and transfer it in a container so to reclaim or recycle it 4 Unsolder and disconnect both the suction line and the discharge line from the compressor 5 Remove the four compressor mounting bolts and the compressor from the unit base NOTE Always install a replacement drier whenever the sealed refrigeration system is open Do not replace the drier until all other repairs or
40. o separate outhets one for the condenser and the second for the production of ice Page 8 WATER DRAIN The recommended drain tube is a plastic or flexible tube with 18 mm 3 4 I D which runs to an open trapped and vented drain When the drain is a long run allow 3 cm pitch per meter 1 4 pitch per foot Aventatthe unit drain connection is also required for proper sump drainage WATER DRAIN WATER COLLED MODELS Connect the 3 4 male fitting of the condenser water drain utilizing a second flexible tubing ora 3 8 O D copper tubing to the open trapped and vented drain NOTE The water supply and the water drain must be installed to conform with the local code In some case a licensed plumber and or a plumbing permit is required F FINAL CHECK LIST 1 Is the unit in a room where ambient temperatures are within a minimum of 10 C bO F even in winter months 2 Is there at least a 15 cm 6 clearance around the unit for proper air circulation 3 15 the unit level IMPORTANT 4 Have all the electrical and plumbing connections been made and is the water supply shut off valve open 5 Has the voltage been tested and checked against the data plate rating 6 Has the water supply pressure been checked to ensure a water pressure of at least 1 bar 14 psi 7 Check all refrigerant lines and conduit lines to guard against vibrations and possible failure 8 Havethebolts holding the compressor down
41. olution remains into the sump 11 Pour on the upper side of the evaporator platen fresh water with a capfull of disinfectant solution then turn again the machine in cleaning mode so to sanitize all the water system for approx 10 minutes NOTE Do notmix descaling with sisinfectant solution to avoid the generation of a very aggressive acid 12 Flush out the disinfectant solution from the sump reservoir then turn the program selector WATER DRAIN VALVE WATER IN VALVE No ome Page 35 on RESET HI TEMPERATURE position and immediately afterward to FREEZING OPERATION NOTE By setting the selector on RE SET first and then to FREEZING OPERATION the ice maker will perform the 5 minutes WATER FILLING phase i e the water inlet solenoid valve opens to allow the incoming of the ice cubes and that they do not have any acid taste ATTENTION In case the ice cubes are cloudy white and have an acid taste melt them immediately by pouring on them some warm water This to prevent that somebody could use them water to rinse again the water system and to properly fill up the sump reservoir for the 15 Wipe clean and rinse the inner surfaces of next freezing cycle the storage bin 13 Place again the evaporator cover and the REMEMBER To prevent the accumulation unit service panels of undesirable bacteria it is necessary to sanitize the interior of the storage bin with an 14 At completion of the freez
42. ount of this protective device there is a simultaneous glowing of the 2nd RED LED warning the user of the abnormal situation Once eliminated the source of the condenser hi temperature to restart the machine first it is necessary to rotate for a while the program selector on RE SET position then rotate it again on OPERATION position or alternatively switch OFF and ON the unit power line Main Switch The ice machine resumes its normal operation by going through the usual 5 minutes water filling phase DIP SWITCH KEYS FACTORY SETTING COMBINATIONS PER MODEL AND VERSION DIP SWITCH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ACM 45 A amp W ON OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON OFF OFF ON 55 A amp W ON OFF OFF ON ON OFF ON OFF OFF OFF Page 19 With the unit installed in a normal location 21 C ambient temperature at the start of the freezing cycle the refrigerant suction or lo pressure lowers rapidly to 1 0 0 9 bars 14 12 psig then it declines gradually in relation with the growing of the ice thickness to reach at the end of the cycle approx 0 0 1 bars 0 1 5 psig with the cubes fully formed in the cup molds The total length of the freezing cycle ranges from 20 to 22 minutes DEFROST OR HARVEST CYCLE As the electronic timer has carried the system throughout the third phase of freezing cycle or as soon as the second phase T2 is over when its length has been as long as 35 to 45 minutes the defrost cycle starts NOTE The length of the d
43. p follow previous steps in reverse F REPLACEMENT OF THE WATER INLET SOLENOID VALVE 1 Remove the rear panel 2 Close the hand shut off valve on the water supply line and disconnect it from the water inlet fitting at the rear of the cuber 3 Disconnect the electrical leads from the solenoid valve 4 Unscrew the two screws securing the inlet solenoid valve to the cabinet 5 Remove the corbin clamps and water hose the valve is now free 6 To install the replacement water inlet solenoid valve follow the above steps in reverse G REPLACEMENT OF THE WATER DRAIN SOLENOID VALVE 1 Remove the rear panel 2 Unloose the two screws securing the water drain solenoid valve and its metal bracket to the unit frame 3 Trace and disconnect the electrical leads from the water drain solenoid valve coil 4 Remove the corbin clamps and the plastic hoses from the valve 5 Unloosethe screws securing the valve to its metal bracket 6 To install the replacement water drain solenoid valve follow the above steps in reverse NOTE When installing the new valve pay attention to the water flow direction Page 27 H REPLACEMENT OF THE CONDENSER WATER INLET SOLENOID VALVE Water cooled models 1 Remove the rear panel 2 Close the shut off valve on the water supply line and disconnect it from the water inlet fitting at the rear of the cuber 3 Disconnect the electrical leads from the solenoid valve 4 Uns
44. perature to a minimun value of approx 7 bars 100 psig just at the end of the freezing cycle few seconds before the starting of the defrost cycle The declining of the pressure is subordinated to the reduction of the evaporating pressure caused by the progressive growth of the ice thickness into the inverted cup molds and to the flow of air drown through the air cooled condenser by the fan motor The above values are in relation as well to the ambient temperature of the ice maker site and they are subject to rise with the increase of this temperature On the water cooled versions the refrigerant head pressure ranges between 8 5 and 10 5 bars 120 140 psig being controlled by the automatic hi pressure control that energizes a water solenoid valve located on the inlet water line to the condenser which modulates the cooling water rate to the condenser NOTE n case the length of the first portion of freezing cycle T1 or of the second portion T2 gets longer respectively than 15 and 45 minutes for one of the following abnormal reasons CLOGGED CONDENSER Air cooled version INSUFFICIENT FLOW OF COOLING WATER Water cooled version FAN MOTOR OUT OF OPERATION Air cooled version AMBIENT TEMPERATURE HIGHER THAN 40 C 100 F the Micro Processor of the P C BOARD causes the total and immediate SHUT OFF of the machine in order to prevent the unit from operating in abnormal and dangerous conditions When the ice maker stops on acc
45. ransformer Inoperative P C Board Loose electrical connections P C Board selector in STAND BY Blow 16 A fuse in P C Board Inoperative ice level control Evaporator sensor unplugged Evaporator sensor out of order Evaporator sensor probe loose on its cable Compressor doesn t run Fan motor doesn t run during freezing Hot gas valve open during freezing Water inlet valve open during freezing No water to the water cooled condenser Low voltage Non condensable gas in system Compressor starting device with loose wires Freezing cycle too short Capillary tube partially restricted Moisture in the system Shortage of water Shortage of refrigerant Inoperative evaporator sensor POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTION Replace fuse amp check for cause of blown fuse Turn switch to ON position Replace P C Board Replace P C Board Check wiring Move to OPERATING position Replace fuse Replace ice level control Check for properly plug Check with an ohmmeter for electrical conductivity If zero or infinitive replace it Replace it Check for power on compressor PC Board outlet If so replace compressor If not replace PC Board Replace fan motor Replace hot gas valve Replace water inlet valve Check for correct operation of water solenoid valve Check for cleannes of water inlet valve strainer Check for cleannes of water inlet valve flow control Check for shortage of water Check for correct operation
46. replacements have been completed 6 Toinstallthe replacement compressor follow the above steps in reverse NOTE Thoroughly evacuate the system to remove moisture and non condensables after compressor replacement Page 30 WHITE GREY BLACK BLUE BROWN GV YELLOW GREEN B G N A M WIRING DIAGRAM ACM 45 55 AIR AND WATER COOLED 220 240 50 1 The unit is shown on freezing cycle LED OOH 00 S2 0S0 TOUINO 3uf SS3Ud a QHYO8 TWNIWY3L z n k Ser wees gt EEE RN I 3A3VA d10N3108 w3SN30N02 5 a x gt sa NIVNO O2ZH OION3305 o m O eJ 3 r Xi o lt g B OZH 3AWA 01043105 Jj Ie L lj u E YOLOW 5 BE e vi Lu w n EE i Q EE N0SS3NdH02 9N11V83d0 9N12338J i we A o dH3l WOlVNOdVA3 EE dund z 69 l C dW31 WOlYUOdVA3 J x SY9 3A7VA OION310S e 04 5 Ting N18 o z lt a E wr cipe pem HOI 9NI 1 NINNVA NE vix LI PA A MEE t 2 m rS du31 YOLYYOdVAZ 3 Page 31 SERVICE DIAGNOSIS SYMPTON Unit will not run No warning LEDS glows Green LED Power ON glows Bin full LED glows Red alarm LED glows Compressor cycles intermittently Cubes too small Blown fuse in P C Board Main switch in OFF position Burn out t
47. s absolute or invariable Cleaning especially will vary depending upon local water and ambient conditions and the ice volume produced and each icemaker must be maintened individually in accordance with its particular location requirements B ICEMAKER Thefollowing maintenance should be scheduled at least two times per year on these icemakers 1 Check and clean the water line strainer 2 Check that the icemaker is levelled in side to side and in front to rear directions 3 Cleanthe water system the evaporator the bin and spray platen using a solution of SCOTSMAN Ice Machine Cleaner Refer to procedure C cleaning instructions and after cleaning will indicate frequency and proce dure to be followed in local areas NOTE Cleaning requirements vary according to the local water conditions and individual user operation Continuous check ofthe clarity of ice cubes and visual inspection of the water spraying parts before and after cleaning will indicate frequency and procedure to be followed in local areas 4 With the ice machine and fan motor OFF on aircooled models clean condenser using vacuum cleaner whisk broom or non metallic brush 5 Check for water leaks and tighten drain line connections Pour water down bin drain line to be sure that drain line is open and clear 6 Check size condition and texture of ice cubes Perform adjustment of DIP SWITCH keys as required 7 Check the ice level control sensor to
48. t the water jets uniformely reach the interior of the inverted mold cups also make sure that the plastic curtain is hanging freely and there is not excessive water spilling through it H Theicemaking process takes place thereby with the water sprayed into the molds that gets gradually refrigerated by the heat exchange occuring with the refrigerant flowing into the evaporator serpentine WATER DRAIN VALVE O0 Q O x WATER IN VALVE 7 gs Page 12 During the freezing process when the evaporator power signal to the electronic control device temperature falls to reach 0 C 32 F the evaporator P C BOARD which in first instance generates temperature sensor located in contact with the the glowing of the 5th RED LED located in the evaporator serpentine supplies a low voltage front of the printed circuit board Fig 3 WATER DRAIN VALVE TEMPERATURE SENSORS EVAPORATOR DATA PROCESSOR TRANSF ELECTRONIC CARD WATER DRAIN VALVE 9 TEMPERATURE S O EVAPORATOR RELAY O p HOT GAS VALVE D ELECTR TIMER l e TRANSF DATA PROCESSOR ELECTRONIC CARD Page 13 l The unit remains however in its normal freezing cycle mode untill the evaporator tempe rature detected by the sensor reaches the tem perature of 13 C 8 5 F When the evaporator temperature falls below the above value the evaporator temperature sensor supplies a low voltage power signal to
49. ter supply line that must be at least 1 bar 14 psig Minimum Max 5 bar 70 psig 2 The filtering device installed in the water line that may reduce the water pressure below the Minimum value of 1 bar 14 psig 3 Any clogging situation in the water circuit like the inlet water strainer and or the flow control E At completion of the water filling phase b minutes the unit passes automatically into the freezing cycle with the start up of COMPRESSOR WATER PUMP FAN MOTOR in air cooled version and the glowing of the 6th RED LED Fig 2 OPERATIONAL CHECKS F Install if necessary the refrigerant service gauges on both the high side and low side Schr der valves to check the compressor head and suction pressures TEMPERATURE SENSORS EVAPORATOR ELECTRONIC CARD NOTE On air cooled models the head condensing pressure is kept between 11 and 7 bars 155 and 100 psig with ice machine at 21 C 70 F ambient temperatu re The above mentioned head pressure values change accordingly to the ambient temperature rising with the rise of the tem perature and to the ventilation of the unit Inthe water cooled models the head pressure is kept between 8 5 and 10 bars 120 140 psig by the operation of an automatic hi pressure control that energizes a second outlet of the water inlet solenoid valve G Check to see through the curtained ice discharge opening that the spray system is correctly seated and tha
50. third phase Ta in relation with the different DIP SWITCH keys settings J After about 20 22 minutes from the beginning of the freezing cycle in an hypothetic ambient temperature of 21 C 70 F the defrost cycle takes place with the hot gas and the water inlet valves being simoultaneously activated Fig 5 The electrical components in operation in this new situation are COMPRESSOR WATER INLET SOLENOID VALVE HOT GAS VALVE WATER DRAIN SOLENOID VALVE and the WATER PUMP and FAN MOTOR for the first 15 20 seconds WATER DRAIN VALVE WATER IN VALVE e G e WATER PUMP O ea pues COMPRESSOR aa sl _ NOTE The length of the defrost cycle not adjustable is automatically determinated by the micro processor of P C BOARD in relation of the time T2 necessary for the unit to reduce the evaporator temperature from 0 C 32 F to 13 C 8 5 F and of the ambient temperature as illustrated in Table B of PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION As shown it is possible to have a different length of the defrost cycle in connection with the different length of the second phase of the freezing cycle T2 related to the ambient temperature situations shorter when the ambient temperature is high and longer in colder ambients so to partially compensate the length of the freezing cycle which is longer in high ambient temperatures and shorter in low ones K Check during the defrost cycle that the inco
51. vaporator cavity to assist the hot gas in defrosting the ice cubes The water running over the evaporator cavity drops by gravity through the dribbler holes of the platen into the sump reservoir where it will be sucked by the water pump and primed to the spray system LENGHTS OF TIMED PORTION OF FREEZING CYCLE ACCORDING TO THE DIP SWITCH SETTING COMBINATIONS Ta min 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ICE LEVEL SENSOR CONTROL TEMPERATURE RANGE ACCORDING TO THE DIP SWITCH SETTING COMBINATIONS DELTA T C H WATER INLET SOLENOID VALVE 3 4 MALE FITTING Water cooled version A second water inlet solenoid valve operating trough an automatic hi pressure control is used on water cooled versions to supply water to the condenser When activated it supplies a metered amount of water to the condenser in order to limit its tempe rature and the refrigerant operating high pressure l HOT GAS SOLENOID VALVE The hot gas solenoid valve consists basically of two parts the valve body and the valve coil Located on the hot gas line this valve is energized through the Micro Processor of P C BOARD during the defrost cycle and during the water filling phase During the defrost cycle the hot gas valve coil is activated so to attract the hot gas valve stem in order to give way to the hot gas discharged from the compressor to flow directly into the evaporator serpentine to defrost the formed ice cubes J WATER DRAIN SOLENOID VALVE

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