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Installation and User's Manual Models C1448, C1848, C2148W[...]
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Introduction The design of this modular cuber is the result of years of experience and testing. Standard features include front accessible indicator lights and on-off switches that provide the user with fast access to critical information and easy operational control. When desired, optional controls can add features like ultrasonic bin ice level se[...]
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Installation: Product Specifications Location Limitations: The product is designed to be installed indoors, in a controlled environment. Air cooled models discharge very warm air into the room out the back. Space must be allowed at the left side and back for air intake and discharge. Water cooled models discharge warm water into the building’s dr[...]
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Product Information The product is a modular cuber. That type of machine is designed to be placed on an ice storage bin or an ice dispenser. Many installations only require the matching bin, but some also require an adapter to be placed between the bin and the cuber or between the dispenser and the cuber. This product cannot be stacked . See the ch[...]
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Product Description & Electrical Requirements Dimensions w” x d” x h” Model Electrical Condenser Minimum Circuit Ampacity Maximum Fuse Size* 48 x 24 x 29 C1448SA-32 208-230/60/1 Air 17.7 30 same C1448SW-32 208-230/60/1 Water 16.0 30 same C1448SA-3 208-230/60/3 Air 13.6 15 same C1448SW-3 208-230/60/3 Water 11.9 15 same C1848SA-32 208-230/6[...]
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Cabinet Layout, Air Cooled November 2006 Page 5 C1448, C1848, C2148W Air and Water Cooled User Manual[...]
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Cabinet Layout, Water Cooled November 2006 Page 6 C1448, C1848, C2148W Air and Water Cooled User Manual[...]
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Water The quality of the water supplied to the ice machine will have an impact on the time between cleanings and ultimately on the life of the product. There are two ways water can contain impurities: in suspension or in solution. Suspended solids can be filtered out. In solution or dissolved solids cannot be filtered, they must be diluted or treat[...]
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Panel Removal 1 Locate and loosen the two screws at the front edge of the top panel. 2 Pull the front panel out at the top until it clears the top panel. 3 Lift the front panel up and off the machine. 4 Remove two screws at front edge of top panel. 5 Lift up the front of the top panel, push it back an inch, then lift to remove. 6 Locate and loosen [...]
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Uncrate and Set Up Begin with unpacking the ice storage bin. Remove the carton, and using part of the carton as a cushion, tip the bin on its back to remove the skid and attach the legs or casters. Note: Turn the leg levelers in all the way and adjust after the ice machine is on top and in its selected location. Return the bin to an upright positio[...]
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Plumbing Requirements All models require connection to cold, potable water. A hand actuated valve within site of the machine is required. Air cooled models have a single 3/8” FPT inlet water connection, a 3/8” FPT to 3/8” male flare adapter is supplied with the machine and can be used if desired. Water cooled models have the same inlet fittin[...]
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Drains All models require drain tubing to be attached to them. Air cooled models have a single ¾” FPT drain fitting in the back of the cabinet. Water cooled models have the same fitting plus an additional ½” FPT drain fitting in the back of the cabinet. Install new tubing when replacing a prior ice machine, as the tubing will have been sized [...]
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Electrical The machine is not supplied with a power cord, one must either be field installed or the machine hard-wired. The dataplate on the back of the cabinet details the power requirements, including voltage, phase, minimum circuit ampacity and maximum fuse size. HACR type circuit breakers may be used in place of fuses. Extension cords are not p[...]
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Final Check List After connections, 1 Wash out the bin. If desired, the interior of the bin could be sanitized. 2 Locate the ice scoop (if supplied) and have it available for use when needed. Final Check List: 1 Is the unit located indoors in a controlled environment? 2 Is the unit located where it can receive adequate cooling air? 3 Has the correc[...]
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Initial Start Up 1 Remove front panel. Check machine for any packing or wires rubbing moving parts. Note location of control board in upper left corner of the machine’s front. 2 Remove tape securing each curtain to its evaporator. 3 Switch on the electrical power to the machine. Observe that some of the control ’s indicator lights glow and its [...]
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Adjustments Bridge Thickness - For Service Tech Only 1 Push and hold Off till the machine stops. 2 Remove evaporator cover. 3 Remove curtain. 4 Use a box wrench and rotate the bridge thickness adjustment screw in 1/8 turn increments CW to increase bridge thickness. Rotate CCW to decrease bridge thickness. Caution: Do not make the bridge too thin or[...]
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Water flush setting The water flush is factory set to the automatic position, suitable for most water conditions. The setting can be changed to one of 5 manual settings or left on automatic. Flush setting 1- Minimum 2- Moderate 3- Standard 4 - Heavy 5- Maximum A - Automatic Water Type RO water or equivalent Factory Setting for typical water High TD[...]
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Use and Operation Once started, the ice machine will automatically make ice until the bin or dispenser is full of ice. When ice level drops, the ice machine will resume making ice. Caution: Do not place anything on top of the ice machine, including the ice scoop. Debris and moisture from objects on top of the machine can work their way into the cab[...]
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Switches The panel in the front of the machine can be flipped up to access two switches – on and off. • To switch the machine OFF, push and release the Off button. The machine will shut off at the end of the next cycle. • To switch the machine ON, push and release the On button. The machine will go through a start up process and then resume i[...]
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Options and Other Information SmartBoard When this option is present there is an additional display panel in the area below the main control board. It is not visible when the front panel is on. The SmartBoard’s features include: • Seven day programmable ice level setting when used with the optional Vari-Smart ice level control • Recording of [...]
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Cleaning, Sanitation and Maintenance This ice system requires three types of maintenance: • Remove the build up of mineral scale from the ice machine ’s water system and sensors. • Sanitize the ice machine ’s water system and the ice storage bin or dispenser. • Clean or replace the air filter and clean the air cooled condenser (air cooled[...]
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13 Remove water distributors from ice machine. Inspect each distributor for restricted orifice holes. Be sure all holes are full open. 14 Locate ice thickness sensor. Squeeze mounting legs together to release sensor. Wash the metal surfaces of the sensor and the adjustment screw with ice machine cleaner solution. Also wash the water distributor and[...]
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Air cooled condenser filter 1 Pull air filters from their louvered mounts. 2 Wash the dust and grease off the filter. 3 Return them to their original positions. Do not operate the machine without the filter in place except during cleaning. Maintenance Air cooled condenser If the machine has been operated without a filter the air cooled condenser fi[...]
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What to do before calling for service Reasons the machine might shut itself off: • Lack of water. • Freeze cycle takes too long. • Harvest cycle takes too long. • High discharge temperature. • Controller self test failure. Check the following: 1. Has the water supply to the ice machine or building been shut off? If yes, the ice machine wi[...]
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SCOTSMAN ICE SYSTEMS 775 Corporate Woods Parkway, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 800-533-6006 www.scotsman-ice.com 17-3083-02[...]