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35 ft  

(10.7m)

20 ft+ 

(6.1m)

-15 ft  

(-4.6m)

3 ft+ 

(.9m)

Refrigeration line 

elevation specifications

System layout

 

 Clearances

 Installation 

Specifications

 

Outdoor ambient temperature range:  – 20°F – 130°F 

 

(– 29°C – 54.4°C).

 

Indoor ambient temperature range: 50°F – 90°F 

 

 

(10°C – 32°C).

 

Installations with condenser unit above indoor unit 

 

require a suction line S-trap at the bottom of the rise.

 

Installation with condenser unit elevations above 20 ft (6.1m)

 

require an additional S-trap at the midpoint of the rise.

 

Maximum line rise must not exceed 35 ft (10.7m).

 

Maximum line set length must not exceed 100 feet (30.5m).

 

Max line drop must not exceed 15 ft (4.6m).

 

Note:

  The service loop is not included when calculating the

 

 

 

length, rise or drop of the tubing run.

 

Water pressure 10 psi – 70 psi.

 

Water temperature 50°F – 90°F (10°C – 32°C).

Install condenser unit

 

Mount condenser unit

 1. 

Level 

unit.

 

2.  Securely attach base of unit using holes found in 

  base 

plate.

 

 

Electrical connection

 

Refer to wiring schematic located in condenser unit

 electrical 

box.

 Note:

   Electric disconnects required within 10 ft (3m)

   for 

all 

hard-wired 

connections.

 Note:

   Install in accordance with NEC and local 

   electrical 

codes.

Air flow

Discharge air

60"

(1524mm)

24"

(610mm)

6"

(153mm)

6"

(153mm)

8" (204mm)

12" (305mm)

8" (204mm)

Condenser unit

Evaporator

5

Installation

Icemaker performance is very sensitive to the quality of installation. To ensure proper performance, ease of 
service and warranty coverage, it is critical that you follow the requirements detailed in this manual. If you cannot 
meet these requirements or have questions, call our technical service group immediately at (800) 523-9361 or 
(610) 252-7301.

Summary of Contents for MC825 Series

Page 1: ...eries Icemaker with Remote Condensing Unit 00108647R03 801 Church Lane Easton PA 18040 USA Toll free 800 523 9361 610 252 7301 Fax 610 250 0696 www follettice com Order parts online www follettice com...

Page 2: ...eturn Policy Follett equipment may be returned for credit under the following conditions 1 The equipment is new and unused 2 A return authorization number has been issued by customer service within 30...

Page 3: ...ire technical help at any point please call our technical service group 800 523 9361 or 610 252 7301 Before you begin After uncrating and removing all packing material inspect the equipment for concea...

Page 4: ...e Power cord Water line 3 8 OD tubing Drain 3 4 MPT Evaporator connections High pressure line liquid line Power connection Low pressure line suction line NEMA 5 15 Service loop 24 25 616mm Condenser u...

Page 5: ...ote The service loop is not included when calculating the length rise or drop of the tubing run Water pressure 10 psi 70 psi Water temperature 50 F 90 F 10 C 32 C Install condenser unit Mount condense...

Page 6: ...for service 2 Position icemaker on bin a If new storage bin and icemaker position icemaker with connections facing rear of bin b If using existing bin place supplied gasket 2 5 64mm from front of bin...

Page 7: ...sing problems Follow guidelines below to ensure correct installation Call factory for assistance if you are unable to meet these requirements Note If connecting an MC825 evaporator unit to a manually...

Page 8: ...of the refrigeration line set must be USA Government Environmental Protection Agency EPA certified in proper refrigerant handling and servicing procedures A qualified person must perform all roof or w...

Page 9: ...system for up to 50 ft 15 2m line length See chart below for line length longer than 50 ft 15 2m 10 Insulate entire suction line including shut off valves to prevent condensation 11 Adjust the condens...

Page 10: ...eaner or equivalent Solution temperature must be at least 120 F 48 9 C 1 Remove evaporator unit panels required to gain access to water reservoir components Fig 7 and electrical control box Fig 8 2 Tu...

Page 11: ...itizing solution from reservoir through float evaporator drain line Fig 7 1 19 Fill reservoir Fig 7 2 with 120 F 49 C water Empty water through float evaporator drain line Fig 7 1 Repeat 3 times 20 Tu...

Page 12: ...rigerant is in the system to maintain a positive pressure on the suction side of the compressor Evaporator unit operation Follett s icemaker consists of four distinct functional systems 1 Refrigeratio...

Page 13: ...service port Check valve Receiver 14 pounds Filter drier with sight glass Low side refrigeration line run Low side service valve with service port High side refrigeration line run High side service va...

Page 14: ...ITE 115 VAC 60 HZ BLACK WHITE GREEN x WHITE BLACK FAN DRV L1 L2 9 B 7 A WHITE BLUE PURPLE WHITE L2 COMP L1 3 6 1 4 WHITE BLACK BLACK WHITE DR CORD SIGNAL BLACK BIN WHITE 60M HIGH VOLTAGE BIN COMP HP S...

Page 15: ...Water level Water level Evaporator drains Shut off valve Strainer Evaporator service drain Water in Water system diagram Water inlet Auger Compression nozzle Ice tranport tube Evaporator port Harvest...

Page 16: ...t be used In the event of system contamination for example a compressor burn out refrigerant leak presence of non condensibles or moisture the system must be repaired evacuated and recharged using vir...

Page 17: ...r checks for water in the reservoir The Bin Empty LED B E will be on The high voltage bin signal connection is used on all Follett ice dispenser applications The high voltage terminals respond to appl...

Page 18: ...SIGNAL BLACK BIN WHITE RED RED WATER COMPRESSOR SENSOR SWITCH RESET BIN LOW V COMP FAN DRV HP SW COMP HIGH VOLTAGE BIN L1 L2 WTR PROBE WTR PROBE BIN LOW V FAN DRV L2 COMP L1 60M HIGH VOLTAGE BIN COMP...

Page 19: ...OLTAGE BIN L1 L2 WTR PROBE WTR PROBE BIN LOW V FAN DRV L2 COMP L1 60M HIGH VOLTAGE BIN COMP HP SW B T WTR 2ND B E PWR RESET DR 20M C 60M B T WTR 2ND B E PWR DR 20M C 19 Normal operation Stage 3 Refrig...

Page 20: ...LOW V FAN DRV L2 COMP L1 60M HIGH VOLTAGE BIN COMP HP SW B T WTR 2ND B E PWR RESET DR 20M C 60M B T WTR 2ND B E PWR DR 20M C 20 Normal operation Stage 4 Ice bin full The ice level control opens the B...

Page 21: ...LACK WHITE CORD SIGNAL BLACK BIN WHITE RED RED WATER COMPRESSOR SENSOR SWITCH RESET BIN LOW V COMP FAN DRV HP SW COMP HIGH VOLTAGE BIN L1 L2 WTR PROBE WTR PROBE BIN LOW V FAN DRV L2 COMP L1 60M HIGH V...

Page 22: ...L BLACK BIN WHITE RED RED WATER COMPRESSOR SENSOR SWITCH RESET BIN LOW V COMP FAN DRV HP SW COMP HIGH VOLTAGE BIN L1 L2 WTR PROBE WTR PROBE BIN LOW V FAN DRV L2 COMP L1 60M HIGH VOLTAGE BIN COMP HP SW...

Page 23: ...the reset button Diagnostic sequence no water If the water level in the float reservoir drops too low three things happen 1 The WTR light is turned OFF 2 The ice machine shuts down 3 The BT light turn...

Page 24: ...well 2 Install drain pan and evaporator mounting base 3 Fill gearmotor shaft well with food grade grease 4 Install condensate shield and seat against gearmotor boss 5 Install bearing O ring in groove...

Page 25: ...llow 20 minutes to make sure icemaker restarts Verify integrity of water supply 1 Replace control board 2 Test replace gearmotor Refer to torque out troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem No ice prod...

Page 26: ...essor 10 Faulty expansion valve s 1 Clean evaporator with liquid icemaker cleaner 2 Clean condenser 3 Remove obstruction 4 Verify ice production capacity 5 Replace condenser fan 6 Check for leaks repa...

Page 27: ...r runs briefly draws approximately 10 to 11 amps 1 Mineral build up on evaporator surface 2 Kink in ice transport tube 3 Ice transport tube ruptured internally 4 Worn evaporator bearings 5 Bin level c...

Page 28: ...10452 2 Panel rear 00110460 3 Panel right side 00110478 4 Panel left side 00110486 5 Panel front remote 00110494 6 Panel front top mount 00110502 7 Base evaporator unit 00110510 8 Grommet ice 501921 9...

Page 29: ...ion TXV bulb 00106534 11 Sight glass 00107045 12 Coil solenoid valve 00112847 13 Ice compression nozzle 502220 14 Reservoir water line 502079 15 Service valve 00107060 Not shown Evaporator water feed...

Page 30: ...shown Transport tube sold by the foot 500366 Not shown Transport tube insulation sold by the foot 501176 Not shown Follett QC4 FL4S water filter system includes FL4S primary cartridge AFSYSTMFL43 and...

Page 31: ...3 502733 12 Bolt mounting base 502227 13 Gearbox motor assembly 502730 14 Compression nozzle with double drain 502220 16 Drain pan evaporator 502727 17 Clamp compression nozzle and screw 502226 18 Tub...

Page 32: ...iver 00110627 7 Receiver service valve 00110692 8 Service valve suction line 00110643 9 Condenser 00110668 10 Condenser fan motor 00110601 Not shown Condenser fan blade 00123067 11 Condenser fan guard...

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