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                                                                                         SERVICE MANUAL                                                           SPIKA SERIES 

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

SERVICE MANUAL 

 

SPIKA SERIES 

 

 

 

                           

 

ICE CUBE MAKERS - UNDERCOUNTER MODELS 

 

SPIKA NG 125 

 

SPIKA NG 175 

 

SPIKA NG 215 

 

SPIKA NG 285 

 

ICE CUBE MAKERS - MODULAR MODELS 

 

SPIKA MS 500 

 

SPIKA MS 700 

 

SPIKA MS 1000 

 

Summary of Contents for SPIKA MS 1000

Page 1: ... MANUAL SPIKA SERIES 1 SERVICE MANUAL SPIKA SERIES ICE CUBE MAKERS UNDERCOUNTER MODELS SPIKA NG 125 SPIKA NG 175 SPIKA NG 215 SPIKA NG 285 ICE CUBE MAKERS MODULAR MODELS SPIKA MS 500 SPIKA MS 700 SPIKA MS 1000 ...

Page 2: ...PERATION UNDERCOUNTER MODELS NG 13 5 SEQUENCE OF OPERATION MODULAR MODELS MS 13 5 1 Initial Start up 14 5 2 Control Board 16 5 3 Alarms 17 5 4 Safety pressure 17 5 5 Long operation 18 5 6 Cycle timeout 18 5 7 Short production cycle 18 5 8 Water filling timeout 18 5 9 Machine Stacking 19 6 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING PROCEDURES 20 6 1 Cleaning water distribution system for undercounter models NG 20 6 ...

Page 3: ...aje 30 7 2 Production Charts 34 8 USER TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 37 8 1 Undercounter models 37 8 2 Modular models 38 9 WIRING DIAGRAMS 39 9 1 SPIKA NG undercounter models 39 9 2 SPIKA MS single phase 40 9 3 SPIKA MS three phase Error Marcador no definido ...

Page 4: ...ate It is extremely dangerous to modify or intend to modify this machine and will void warranty This machine should not be used by children or handicapped without the proper supervision and monitoring This machine is not intended to be used outdoors nor exposed to the rain It is mandatory to ground the equipment to avoid possible electric shock on individuals or damages to the equipment The machin...

Page 5: ...umber is printed on three locations 1 Packing On the outside it contains a label with the serial number 2 Exterior of the unit On the back panel of the unit there is a label with the same characteristics as the previous one 3 Nameplate On the back of the machine Check that in interior of the machine the installation kit is complete and includes Scoop drain hose four legs and manual Warranty and se...

Page 6: ...case it is not possible to change the location to install a water cooled machine The air cooled SPIKA MS modular ice makers take the air through the back section and drive it off through the two lateral louvers In the case it is not possible to respect the minimum distances recommended see the picture in point 3 3 for these machines we recommend installing a water cooled unit The location must all...

Page 7: ...manual The resistance and stability of the container machine s assembly should be verified as well as the fastening elements Follow bin manufacturer instructions 2 4 Minimum distance to obstacles Please see below the recommended minimum distances for proper operation and efficient service COMPACT MODELS MODULAR MODELS FRONT 4 10cm 4 10cm FRONT 6 15cm 6 15cm 6 15cm 6 15cm 29 5 75cm ...

Page 8: ...ness and flavor of the ice Local water conditions may require treatment of the water to inhibit scale formation improve taste and clarity If you are installing a water filter system refer to the installation instructions supplied with the filter system Use a flexible food grade hose Pressure should be between 14 and 85 psig 1 and 6 bar If pressure overpasses such values install a pressure regulato...

Page 9: ...arising due to the lack of the ground installation In case the supply cable is damaged it should be replaced by a cable of special assembly to be furnished by the manufacturer or after sales service Such replacement should be performed by qualified technical service only The machine should be places in such a way as to allow a minimum space between the back and the wall to allow an easy access and...

Page 10: ...r MAXIMUM 85 psig 6 bar In case inlet water pressure is higher than 85 psi 6 bar install a pressure regulator MODELS VOLTAGE FREQUENCY PHASE AMPS TOTAL FUSE CABLE NEMA A A SPIKA NG 125 1 115V 60Hz 1F 6 15 3AWG16 5 15P SPIKA NG 175 1 115V 60Hz 1F 5 5 15 3AWG16 5 15P SPIKA NG 215 1 115V 60Hz 1F 6 15 3AWG16 5 15P SPIKA NG 285 1 115V 60Hz 1F 8 7 15 3AWG16 5 15P SPIKA MS 500 1 115V 60Hz 1F 14 5 15 3AWG...

Page 11: ...RMOSTATS MODEL REGULATION CALIBRATION CYCLE THERMOSTAT STOCK THERMOSTAT SPIKA SPIKA NG 125 W 3 5 5 5 SPIKA NG 125 A 3 5 5 5 SPIKA NG 175 W 3 5 5 5 SPIKA NG 175 A 3 5 5 5 SPIKA NG 215 W 3 5 5 SPIKA NG 215 A 3 5 5 SPIKA NG 285 W 3 5 5 SPIKA NG 285 A 3 5 5 NOTE The thermostat regulation may vary depending on the ambient temperature of water and on the place where the machine has been installed By def...

Page 12: ...e machine to the power supply 5 For under counter models push the blue switch on the machine front side For modular models push the blue switch found on the back of the machine and then set the ice wash switch to the position I 6 Verify that there are no vibrations or frictions on the elements 7 Verify that the water fall to the evaporator is occurring uniformly and all ice cubes are properly wate...

Page 13: ...ains off until enough ice has been removed from the storage bin and the stock thermostat doesn t detect this low temperature 5 SEQUENCE OF OPERATION MODULAR MODELS MS Initial Start up The pump and the drain electro valve are energized during 30 seconds to empty the water tray preventing the scale build up in water Then the pump and the drain electro valve are de energized and the water inlet valve...

Page 14: ...d Subsequently B and EP are closed and the water inlet valve EW is opened until the level sensor NW indicates that the storage reservoir is filled with water At this point the hot gas valve opens for a time t20 and then the production phase starts LE1 on Please note If at this stage the curtain MC is open the indicated machine status is switched to full storage full Production Following outputs ar...

Page 15: ...e initiated time description time t1 Continuous signal time for water level 5 t2 Continuous signal time for ice thickness 10 t3 Open curtain time to activate full storage indication 30 t4 Start up timing time 30 t5 Operation launching maximum time 180 t6 Draining time during operation launching 20 t7 Production minimum time 120 t8 Water inlet valve e w time during production 30 t9 Water inlet valv...

Page 16: ...5 SL Free 5 Symbol Description ICE Ice position switch Switch for 3 positions Ice 0 wash WASH Wash position switch P Safety pressure switch NC contact MC Curtain micro relay contact NC EL Free DIP switch 1 Pressure reset jumper 2 Time alarm valuation jumper 3 Curtain micro relay contact jumper NC NO 4 Water inlet valve e w timeout 5 Free Jumper 6 Hot gas valve delay t16 and purge time t17 ON MS CO...

Page 17: ... stop Signaling should be indicated since the first failure occurs If the second retry attempt is ok the signaling must be switched off In case that a machine stop has been caused by alarm the resetting is done by disconnecting or by switching over to position 0 If the dip switch 2 ON time alarms are not to be followed 5 4 Safety pressure When the pressure contact P is open instantly all outputs s...

Page 18: ... be activated the level sensor NW will not be active during a maximum time t9 Two possibilities Dip switch 4 OFF Machine stops and when a time t13 has passed it starts the unit if th switch 3 is in Ice position I If it is in clean position II the cleaning will start again If in a time t9 the water level probe NW does not detect water the unit will stop until a reset Signallng Flashing in LE3 Dip s...

Page 19: ...ter inlet valve will close and the unit will keep going into fabrication mode o As the normal fabrication phase SW4 OFF this phase will be active until the thickness sensor probe will give a signal maintained during time t2 Then the unit will go into harvest NOTE The minimum time for the compressor to be off is t19 in case that the water is detected before a t19 time since the compressor has turne...

Page 20: ...esigned chemical This chemical dissolves mineral build up that forms during the ice making process Sanitize the ice storage bin as frequently as local health codes require and every time the ice machine is cleaned and sanitized The ice machine s water system should be cleaned and sanitized at least twice a year CAUTION Do not mix Ice Machine Cleaner and Sanitizer solutions together WARNING Wear ru...

Page 21: ...mp and empty the water tray Return it to their original position to avoid water spill e Prepare a solution of an appropriate product for the cleaning of ice machines lime Do not use hydrochloric acid We recommend the use of any NSF approved scale removal product prepared according to the manufacturer s instructions f Fill water tray with the solution Back metal lid Top panel Pipe for drain ...

Page 22: ...ater pump Let solution stand for 30 40 minutes and then switch off the machine h Disconnect power i Remove the auxiliary pipe to drain and purge out the ice machine scale remover and residue Replace it j Mix enough cleaning solution as in point e to clean parts and interior food zone surfaces Water tray Compressor switch ...

Page 23: ...es of the shield applying liberally the sanitizer solution using a cloth or sponge p Sanitize all the interior surfaces of the freezing compartment including the storage bin applying liberally sanitizer solution using a cloth or sponge q Return shield to its position r Connect power and water supplies s Fill water reservoir with the sanitizer solution t Switch on machine in order to run water pump...

Page 24: ...orce ice from the evaporator Damage may result 3 Prepare a solution of an appropriate product for the cleaning of ice machines lime Do not use hydrochloric acid We recommend the use of any NSF approved scale removal product In modular machines the water bucket is filled automatically so we recommend to prepare a previous solution for example 0 15 gal according to the manufacturer s instructions wi...

Page 25: ...and refill it and then set the ice wash switch to the OFF position 6 Disconnect power and close water supply 7 Mix a cleaning solution 8 Remove shield and water tray 9 Clean the metal surfaces of the thickness sensor water level sensor the adjustment screw the shield and the water tray with the cleaner solution using a brush not a wire brush or cloth Water level sensor Thickness sensor Ice wash sw...

Page 26: ...anitize the interior surfaces of the freezing compartment including walls plastic parts of the evaporator distributor and the front panel applying liberally the sanitizer solution using a cloth or sponge 14 Return the water tray and shield to their normal positions 15 Connect power and water supplies 16 To start a sanitation cleaning cycle move the ice wash switch to the WASH position The machine ...

Page 27: ...chine close water faucet and empty storage bin of ice 2 Use the cleaner water solution to clean all surfaces of the bin Use a nylon brush or cloth Then rinse all areas thoroughly with clean water 3 Use the sanitizer water solution to sanitize all surfaces of the bin Use a nylon brush or cloth 4 Rinse with plenty of water dry run the machine and open water faucet 6 4 Cleaning the condenser AIR COND...

Page 28: ...intenance or service personnel 6 5 External cleaning of the machine Clean the area around the ice machine as often as necessary to maintain cleanliness 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 polish can be used as necessary 6 6 Water leakage checking This must be done whenever m...

Page 29: ...SERVICE MANUAL SPIKA SERIES 29 7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SPIKA NG UNDERCOUNTER SPIKA MODULAR Z X Y X Z Y ...

Page 30: ... Air 26 0 27 6 33 0 29 3 30 3 38 2 SPIKA NG 175 A1H Air 26 0 27 6 33 0 29 3 30 3 38 2 SPIKA NG 175 W1F Water 26 0 27 6 33 0 29 3 30 3 38 2 SPIKA NG 175 W1H Water 26 0 27 6 33 0 29 3 30 3 38 2 SPIKA NG 215 SPIKA NG 215 A1F Air 26 0 27 6 33 0 29 3 30 3 38 2 SPIKA NG 215 A1H Air 26 0 27 6 33 0 29 3 30 3 38 2 SPIKA NG 215 W1F Water 26 0 27 6 33 0 29 3 30 3 38 2 SPIKA NG 215 W1H Water 26 0 27 6 33 0 29...

Page 31: ...5 15 18 520 SPIKA NG 175 A1H 115V 60Hz 1Ph 1 2 550 5 5 15 18 520 SPIKA NG 175 W1F 115V 60Hz 1Ph 1 550 5 15 15 420 SPIKA NG 175 W1H 115V 60Hz 1Ph 1 2 550 5 15 15 420 SPIKA NG 215 SPIKA NG 215 A1F 115V 60Hz 1Ph 1 640 6 15 23 650 SPIKA NG 215 A1H 115V 60Hz 1Ph 1 2 620 6 15 23 650 SPIKA NG 215 W1F 115V 60Hz 1Ph 1 640 5 5 15 19 520 SPIKA NG 215 W1H 115V 60Hz 1Ph 1 2 620 5 5 15 19 520 SPIKA NG 285 SPIKA...

Page 32: ...0 W1F Water 30 24 4 19 7 32 9 25 24 6 SPIKA MS 440 W1H Water 30 24 4 19 7 32 9 25 24 6 SPIKA MS 440 A2F Air 30 24 4 19 7 32 9 25 24 6 SPIKA MS 440 A2H Air 30 24 4 19 7 32 9 25 24 6 SPIKA MS 440 W2F Water 30 24 4 19 7 32 9 25 24 6 SPIKA MS 440 W2H Water 30 24 4 19 7 32 9 25 24 6 SPIKA MS 1000 SPIKA MS 880 A2F Air 30 24 4 29 9 32 9 25 34 4 SPIKA MS 880 A2H Air 30 24 4 29 9 32 9 25 34 4 SPIKA MS 880 ...

Page 33: ... 1 840 9 15 25 700 SPIKA MS 500 A2H 208 230V 60Hz 1Ph 1 2 840 9 15 25 700 SPIKA MS 500 W2F 208 230V 60Hz 1Ph 1 840 9 15 25 700 SPIKA MS 500 W2H 208 230V 60Hz 1Ph 1 2 840 9 15 25 700 SPIKA MS 1000 SPIKA MS 1000 A2F 208 230V 60Hz 1Ph 1 1540 10 15 51 1450 SPIKA MS 1000 A2H 208 230V 60Hz 1Ph 1 2 1540 10 15 51 1450 SPIKA MS 1000 W2F 208 230V 60Hz 1Ph 1 1540 10 15 51 1450 SPIKA MS 1000 W2H 208 230V 60Hz...

Page 34: ...60 SPIKA 125 A1H Lb 24h WATER ºF AIR F 50 60 70 80 50 143 134 127 119 70 132 123 116 110 90 110 101 95 88 100 92 81 74 70 SPIKA 175 A1F Lb 24h WATER ºF AIR F 50 60 70 80 50 209 198 191 182 70 198 187 178 169 90 165 154 145 136 100 138 130 121 110 SPIKA 175 A1H Lb 24h WATER ºF AIR F 50 60 70 80 50 218 207 196 185 70 211 200 189 178 90 176 165 154 143 100 147 134 123 112 ...

Page 35: ...5 A1H Lb 24h WATER ºF AIR F 50 60 70 80 50 255 246 238 229 70 242 233 224 213 90 215 207 198 187 100 193 185 171 158 SPIKA 285 A1F Lb 24h WATER ºF AIR F 50 60 70 80 50 341 321 304 286 70 323 304 286 271 90 286 264 246 231 100 264 238 220 202 SPIKA 285 A1H Lb 24h WATER ºF AIR F 50 60 70 80 50 330 319 304 286 70 310 299 286 271 90 275 264 249 231 100 246 233 213 196 ...

Page 36: ... A1H Lb 24h WATER ºF AIR F 50 60 70 80 50 451 440 418 396 70 418 407 385 363 90 348 330 312 286 100 297 273 246 220 SPIKA MS 880 1000 A2F Lb 24h WATER ºF AIR F 50 60 70 80 50 987 958 925 870 70 954 925 892 826 90 848 793 729 661 100 727 661 595 524 SPIKA MS 880 1000 A2H Lb 24h WATER ºF AIR F 50 60 70 80 50 987 958 925 870 70 967 936 899 837 90 848 793 729 661 100 727 661 573 498 ...

Page 37: ...ater valve blocked Check and clean Bin full and ice touching thermostat tube but machine doesn t stop Bin thermostat doesn t open only operates at harvest time Adjust thermostat electric box under top cover Ice slab empty or too thick Desadjusted cycle time Adjust thermostat electric box under top cover Difficult to release ice slab at harvest Unit bad leveled tilted to back Level down front Not e...

Page 38: ...Move up steel rod beside pump Defective drain valve check drain leak during ice stage Disassemble and clean Shield splash leaks Check shield position Water overflows tray Level probe too high or scaled Adjust clean Ice slab empty or too thick Desadjusted scaled thickness probe Adjust clean Difficult to release ice slab at harvest Unit bad leveled tilted to back Level down front Not uniform flow pa...

Page 39: ...SERVICE MANUAL SPIKA SERIES 39 9 WIRING DIAGRAMS 9 1 SPIKA NG under counter models ...

Page 40: ...SERVICE MANUAL SPIKA SERIES 40 9 2 SPIKA MS 700 ...

Page 41: ...SERVICE MANUAL SPIKA SERIES 41 9 3 SPIKA MS 500 AND SPIKA MS 1000 A W ONE PHASE ...

Page 42: ...SERVICE MANUAL SPIKA SERIES 42 9 4 SPIKA MS 1000 THREE PHASES ...

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