Manitowoc EC18, Technician'S Handbook

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Part Number 80-1479-3 10/10 23
EXTERIOR CLEANING
Clean the area around the ice machine as often as
necessary to maintain cleanliness and efficient
operation.
Sponge any dust and dirt off the outside of the ice
machine with mild soap and water. Wipe dry with a
clean, soft cloth.
A commercial grade stainless steel cleaner and polish
may be used.
REMOVAL FROM SERVICE/WINTERIZATION
GENERAL
Special precautions must be taken if the ice machine is
to be removed from service for an extended period of
time or exposed to ambient temperatures of 0

C
(32

F) or below.
Follow the applicable procedure below.
AIR-COOLED ICE MACHINES
1. Disconnect the electric power at the circuit
breaker or the electric service switch.
2. Turn off the water supply.
3. Drain the water from the water sump and water
pump by disconnecting the water pump tubing.
4. Disconnect and drain the incoming ice-making
water line and disconnect the tubing from the
water inlet valve outlet and allow water to drain.
5. Blow compressed air in the drain opening and
water valve outlet hose, then reattach.
6. Make sure water is not trapped in any of the water
or drain lines.
!
Caution
If water is allowed to remain in the ice machine in
freezing temperatures, severe damage to some
components could result. Damage of this nature is
not covered by the warranty.