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3. Low Ice Production
Problem
Possible Cause
Remedy
[1] Freeze cycle time is
long.
a) See chart 2.[1] and check float switch, inlet water valve, control board, water
pump, spray tubes, evaporator, and expansion valve.
b) See chart 1.[1] and check dirty air filter or condenser, ambient or water
temperature, refrigerant charge, water pressure, and condenser water
regulating valve (water-cooled model only).
c) Check pump, hot gas valve, headmaster (C.P.R.) (remote air-cooled model
only), expansion valve, refrigeration check valve, and compressor.
[2] Harvest cycle time is
long.
a) See chart 2.[2] and check evaporator, water supply line, inlet water valve,
ambient and/or water temperature, line valve (if applicable), thermistor, control
board, and hot gas valve.
4. Abnormal Ice
Problem
Possible Cause
Remedy
[1] Small cubes.
a) Ice Cube Guide
1. Out of position.
Circulated water falls
into bin.
1. Place in position.
b) See chart 1.[5] and check water supply line, inlet water valve, water system,
pump motor, and control board.
c) Pump Out Check Valve 1. Dirty or worn.
1. Clean or replace.
[2] Cloudy or irregular
cubes.
a) See chart 2.[1] and 2.[3], and check float switch, inlet water valve, control
board, spray tubes, water system, refrigerant charge, and expansion valve.
b) Spray Guide
1. Dirty.
1. Clean.
c) Water Quality
1. High hardness or
contains impurities.
1. Install a water softener or
filter.