VOGT ICE TUBE-ICE P-24A, Service Manual

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P24A & P34A Service Manual
SERVICING OPERATIONS
12/18/12
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Cutter Height Adjustment.
The height of the cutter can be adjusted by the four bolts holding the
bearing bracket assembly in place. These bolts are threaded into holes in the end of each arm through
holes in the water tank. The current design has these washers welded in place after the cutter height is
properly adjusted. This helps to insure proper adjustment during servicing. Using a true straight edge
long enough to reach across the top flange of the water tank (30” for P24 and 40” for P34), the top of
the cutter rim and blade should be 1/8”
± 1/16” below the top of the water tank flange.
Keep one end of the straight edge at the same point and swing the other end across the tank at
various points to check the clearance.
Also, rotate the cutter to check all points. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the four side bolts and
raise or lower each arm as needed. Tighten the bolts securely to approximately 90 ft. lb.
Water Tank Installation.
1. Place the 3/16” thick gum rubber gasket on the top of the tank flange. It can be held in place
with narrow strips of tape through the bolt holes.
2. Push the water tank in and under the freezer aligning the bolt holes and installing the mounting
bolts around the flange and tightening the nuts securely.
3. Reconnect the discharge chute or hopper to the ice discharge opening.
4. Mount the water pump (P34 only) and attach the circulating water tubing and overflow tubing.
5. Reconnect all water piping such as drain, overflow, and make-up water lines. Turn water on and
check for leaks.
6. Fill the water tank with water and make sure the drain valve is closed.
When ready, turn the power “On” to the machine, but don’t operate the compressor until the oil is
warm and there is no liquid refrigerant in the crankcase.
Figure 9-5A
P24A Cutter Assembly