Manitowoc EC18, Technician'S Handbook

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Part Number 80-1479-3 10/10 3
Installation
Location of Ice Machine
The location selected for the ice machine must meet
the following criteria. If any of these criteria are not
met, select another location.

The location must be indoors.

The location must be free of airborne and other
contaminants.

The air temperature must be at least 10ºC but must
not exceed 43.4ºC.

The location must not be near heat-generating
equipment or in direct sunlight.

The location must be capable of supporting the
weight of the ice machine and a full bin of ice.

The location must allow enough clearance for water,
drain, and electrical connections in the
rear of the
ice machine.

The location must not obstruct airflow through or
around the ice machine (condenser airflow is in and
out the front). Refer to the chart below for clearance
requirements.
*NOTE:
The ice machine may be built into a cabinet.
There is no minimum clearance requirement for the
top or left and right sides of the ice machine. The listed
values are recommended for efficient operation and
servicing only.
Self-Contained
Air-Cooled
Self-Contained
Water-Cooled
Top/Sides 203 mm (8")* 127 mm (5")*
Back 127 mm (5")* 127 mm (5")*