Hoshizaki DKM-500BAH, Instruction Manual

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IV. Preparing the Appliance for Periods of Non-Use
NOTICE
• When storing the appliance for an extended time or in sub-freezing temperatures,
follow the instructions below to prevent damage.
• The pump motor is energized continuously when the control switch is in the
"SERVICE" position.
When the icemaker is not used for two or three days under normal conditions, it is
sufficient to move the control switch to the "OFF" position. When storing the icemaker for
an extended time or in sub-freezing temperatures, follow the instructions below.
1. Remove the ice from the storage bin, drain the water system, and remove the water
from the icemaker water supply line:
1) Close the icemaker water supply line shut-off valve, then open the icemaker water
supply line drain valve.
2) Remove the front panel and disconnect the connector from the control box.
3) Move the service switch on the control box to the "DRAIN" position, then move the
control switch to the "SERVICE" position.
4) Reconnect the connector from the front panel to the control box and replace the front
panel in its correct position.
5) Dispense all of the ice from the storage bin.
6) Attach a compressed air or carbon dioxide supply to the icemaker water supply line
drain valve.
7) Make sure at least 3 minutes have elapsed since you moved the control switch to the
"SERVICE" position. Remove the front panel, then move the control switch to the "ICE"
position.
8) Blow the icemaker water supply line out using the compressed air or carbon dioxide
supply.
9) Move the control switch to the "OFF" position, then unplug the icemaker from the
electrical outlet.
10) Disconnect the bin control connector. Remove the 3 thumbscrews securing the bin
cover, and remove the bin cover with the bin control attached.
11) Clean the storage bin using a neutral cleaner. Rinse thoroughly after cleaning.
12) Replace the bin cover in its correct position and reconnect the bin control connector.
13) For water-cooled model, proceed to the next section. For air-cooled model, the
procedure is complete. Reconnect the connector from the front panel to the control box
and replace the front panel in its correct position.