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Ice Machine Operation
Section 3
Operational Checks
GENERAL
Your ice machine was factory-operated and adjusted before
shipment. Normally, a newly installed ice machine does not
require any adjustment.
To ensure proper operation, always follow these Operational
Checks when starting the ice machine:
•
for the first time
•
after a prolonged out of service period
•
after cleaning and sanitizing
Routine adjustments and maintenance procedures outlined in this
manual are not covered by the warranty.
Important
It is recommended that adjustments made to this ice machine
be made by a qualified technician. Improper adjustment, may
seriously affect the life of this ice machine.
ICE CUBE THICKNESS CHECK
The ice cube thickness is factory-set to maintain the ice cube
thickness at the proper size and weight.
1.
Allow the ice machine to operate for three complete cycles.
The cubes should have a small dimple in the center
2.
Cycle times vary, according to surrounding air and water
inlet temperatures.
3.
If cubes are not full (large dimple), turn evaporator
thermostat one increment towards the right to increase cube
size. Allow ice machine to complete three cycles. Check
cube
4.
If cubes are too full, ( no dimple), turn evaporator thermostat
one increment towards the left to decrease cube size. Allow
ice machine to operate three complete cycles.
CUBE SHAPE
The standard cube has an average weight of 19 grams, while the large cube has an average weight of 32 grams.
Notice the normal dimple in the center of the cube.
40
38
Large cube 32g
Dimple
33
34
Standard cube 19g
Fig. 6
