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Installation, Start-Up and Maintenance Manual EF and EMF Flaked Ice Machines Series 250 through 2306 ICE-O-Matic 11100 East 45th Ave Denver, Colorado 80239 Part Number 9081178-01 Date 1/06 Rev. C[...]
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EF and EMF Series Forward Page i How To Use This Manual ICE-O-Matic provides this manual as an aid to the serv ice technici a n in installation and maintenance of the EF and EMF Series flake ice machines. Do not attempt to perform installat ion, start-up or maintenance unless you have read and fully understand this manual. If, at any time, you enco[...]
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EF and EMF Series Table of Contents Page ii F o r w a r d Page i T a b l e o f C o n t e n t s Page ii Freight Claim Procedure Page iii Warranty Page iv Model Number and Serial Number Format Page 1 Installation Guidelines Page 2-3 Remote Condenser Guidelines Page 4 Electrical and Plumbing Requirements Page 6 H o w t h e M a c h i n e W o r k s Page[...]
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EF and EMF Series Freight Claim Procedure Page iii Important! Inspect Promptly This merchandise has bee n carefully inspecte d and p acked in accordance with the carri er’ s packing specification s. Responsibility for safe deliv ery has be en assumed by the carrier. If loss or dam age o ccurs, you as the consignee must file a claim with the carri[...]
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EF and EMF Series Warranty Page iv ICE-O-MATIC Parts and Labor Domestic & International Warranty Mile High Equipment Company (the “Company”) warrants Ice-O-Mati c brand ice machines, ice disp ensers, remote condensers, and ice storage bins to the original user cu stomer agai nst defects in material and fact ory workmanship for a period of t[...]
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EF and EMF Series Model and Serial Number Format Page 1 Model and Serial Number Format The serial number format and ma chine specifics are detailed on the data plate. EMF 45 0 A S 2 Design Level Stainless Steel Cabinet Condenser Ty pe: A=Air, W =W ater, R =Re mot e Voltage: 0=115V, 6= 230V/60Hz. 5=240V/50Hz. Approximate Production X 10 in 24 hours [...]
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EF and EMF Series Installation Guidelines Page 2 Installation Guidelines For proper operation of the ICE-O -Matic ice machine, the follo wing installation gui deline s must be followed. Failure to do so may result in loss of production capacity, pr emature part failures, and may void all warra nties. Reference the installation parameters prior to i[...]
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EF and EMF Series Installation Guidelines Page 3 Set-Up ● Carefully uncrate machine and che ck for visi ble damage. If any damage is no ted, stop installation and follow in structions on Page iii. ● Remove skid bolts or screws and lift machine off of the skid. ● Install legs (packaged inside bin) o n base of machine or storage bin. ● Remove[...]
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EF and EMF Series Remote Condenser Guidelines Page 4 Remote Condenser Installation For proper operation of the ICE-O -Matic i ce machine, the follo wing installation guideline s must be followed. Failure to do so may result in loss of production capacity, premature part failure, and may void all wa rranties. Remote condensers must be install ed per[...]
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EF and EMF Series Remote Condenser Guidelines Page 5 Remote Condenser Installation The EMF1106R2 and EMF2306 R2 remote ice makers incorporate the mixing valve in the con denser. This configuration allows up to a 100 foot calculated re mote line set run. Reference the diagram below to calculate the maximum 100 foot line set run. For proper operation[...]
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EF and EMF Series Electrical and Plumbing Requirements Page 6 Electrical and Plumbing Requirements : 32, 38 and 48 inch Cabinets SIDE VIEW REAR VIEW FRONT VIEW ICE-O-MATIC TOP VIEW[...]
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EF and EMF Series Electrical and Plumbing Requirements Page 7 Electrical and Plumbing Requirements: EMF 400, 800 1000 Air, Water and Remote[...]
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EF and EMF Series Electrical and Plumbing Requirements Page 8 Electrical and Plumbing Requirements: EMF2300 Air, Water and Remote[...]
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EF and EMF Series How the ICE Machine Works Page 9 A general description of how the ICE-O- Matic Flaker works is give n below: Whenever the ON/OFF switch is in the ON po sition (and the bin control and safety controls are closed) the machin e will continuously make ice and delive r it into the stora ge bin. Water enters a reservoir through the floa[...]
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EF and EMF Series Start-Up Procedure Page 10 Please Follow These Instructions Carefully ● Check the auger assem bly to insure that it turns freely. Turning the large pulley of the gear reduce r should require only slight finger pressure. ● Check that the condens er fan turns freely. ● Remove tape and packing from the float valve and rese rvoi[...]
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EF and EMF Series Start-Up Procedure Page 11 ● Check bin control for proper op eration The bin control is used to shut the machine off when the bin fills with ice. The bin control mu st be checked upon installation or initial start-up and when performing mai ntenance. Adjustments are not covered under warranty. With the machine running and making[...]
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EF and EMF Series General Maintenance Page 12 Electrical shock and/or inju ry from moving parts in side this machine can cause seriou s inju ry. Disconnect electrical supply to machine prior to performing any adjustment s or repairs. Failure to perform the required maintenance at the fre quency specified will void warranty coverage in t he event of[...]
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EF and EMF Series Cleaning Procedure Page 13 CAUTION: Protective eyewear and glo ves should be worn w hen using cleaning products. CLEANING AND SANITIZING INSTR UCTI ONS 1. Turn the machine and water supply to the float off. 2. Remove or melt all ice in the bin. 3. Prepare one gallon (3.75l) of non-chlorine ice ma chi ne cleane r i.e. Nu-Calgon Nic[...]
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EF and EMF Series Cabinet Care Page 14 Cleaning stainless steel Commercial grades of stai nless ste el ar e susceptible to rusting if not properly maintained. It is important that you properly care for the st ainless steel surfaces of your ice machine and bin to avoid the pos sibility of rust or corrosion. Use the following recommended guideli nes [...]
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EF and EMF Series Winterizing Procedure Page 15 Winterizing Procedures Important! Whenever the ice machine is take n out of operation dur ing the winter months, the procedure below mu st be performed. Failure to do so may cause seri ous damage and will void all warra nties. 1. Turn off water to machine. 2. Make sure all ice is out of the evaporato [...]
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EF and EMF Series Service History Page 16 Service History Model Number__________________Serial Number__________________Date Installed__________ ___________________ __________________ _______________ __________________ __________________ __ ___________________ __________________ _______________ __________________ __________________ __ ______________[...]