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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 How To Use This Manual ICE-O-Matic provides this manual as an aid to the service technician in installation and maintenance of the EF and EMF Series flake ice machines. Do not attempt to perform installation, start-up or maintenance unless you have read and fully understand this manual. If, at any time, you encounter conditions that are not addressed in this manual, call, E-mail or write the ICE-O-Matic Service Department: ICE-O-Matic th 11100
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EF and EMF Series Table of Contents Forward Page i Table of Contents 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 How the Machine Works Page 9 Start-Up Procedure Page 10 General
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EF and EMF Series Freight Claim Procedure Important! Inspect Promptly This merchandise has been carefully inspected and packed in accordance with the carrier’s packing specifications. Responsibility for safe delivery has been assumed by the carrier. If loss or damage occurs, you as the consignee must file a claim with the carrier and hold the container for carrier’s inspection. Visible Loss or Damage Any external evidence of loss or damage must be fully described and noted on you
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EF and EMF Series Warranty ICE-O-MATIC Parts and Labor Domestic & International Warranty Mile High Equipment Company (the “Company”) warrants Ice-O-Matic brand ice machines, ice dispensers, remote condensers, and ice storage bins to the original user customer against defects in material and factory workmanship for a period of thirty-six(36) months on cube ice machines and twenty-four (24) months on flake ice machines, “compressed ice” ice machines, ice dispensers, remote c
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EF and EMF Series Model and Serial Number Format Model and Serial Number Format The serial number format and machine specifics are detailed on the data plate. EMF 45 0 A S 2 Design Level Stainless Steel Cabinet Condenser Type: A=Air, W=Water, R=Remote Voltage: 0=115V, 6=230V/60Hz. 5=240V/50Hz. Approximate Productio
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EF and EMF Series Installation Guidelines Installation Guidelines For proper operation of the ICE-O-Matic ice machine, the following installation guidelines must be followed. Failure to do so may result in loss of production capacity, premature part failures, and may void all warranties. Reference the installation parameters prior to installing the machine: Ambient Operating Temperatures Minimum Operating Temperature: 50°F (10°C) Maximum Operating Temperature 100°F (38°C),
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EF and EMF Series Installation Guidelines Set-Up ●Carefully uncrate machine and check for visible damage. If any damage is noted, stop installation and follow instructions on Page iii. Install Junction Box ●Remove skid bolts or screws and lift machine off of the skid. ●Install legs (packaged inside bin) on base of machine or storage bin. ●Remove and discard the 2 bolts at the rear of the EF series cabinet that secure the chassis for shipping. ●Place the EMF series model on top of
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EF and EMF Series Remote Condenser Guidelines Remote Condenser Installation For proper operation of the ICE-O-Matic ice machine, the following installation guidelines must be followed. Failure to do so may result in loss of production capacity, premature part failure, and may void all warranties. Remote condensers must be installed per local building codes. A two to four inch diameter roof penetration will be needed for refrigerant lines and electrical conduit. The penetration s
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EF and EMF Series Remote Condenser Guidelines Remote Condenser Installation The EMF1106R2 and EMF2306R2 remote ice makers incorporate the mixing valve in the condenser. This configuration allows up to a 100 foot calculated remote line set run. Reference the diagram below to calculate the maximum 100 foot line set run. For proper operation of the ICE-O-Matic ice machine, the following installation guidelines must be followed. Failure to do so may result in loss of production capaci
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EF and EMF Series Electrical and Plumbing Requirements Electrical and Plumbing Requirements: 32, 38 and 48 inch Cabinets TOP VIEW ICE-O-MATIC FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW REAR VIEW Page 6
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EF and EMF Series Electrical and Plumbing Requirements Electrical and Plumbing Requirements: EMF 400, 800 1000 Air, Water and Remote Page 7
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EF and EMF Series Electrical and Plumbing Requirements Electrical and Plumbing Requirements: EMF2300 Air, Water and Remote Page 8
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EF and EMF Series How the ICE Machine Works A general description of how the ICE-O-Matic Flaker works is given below: Whenever the ON/OFF switch is in the ON position (and the bin control and safety controls are closed) the machine will continuously make ice and deliver it into the storage bin. Water enters a reservoir through the float valve and is gravity fed into the evaporator barrel through an opening in the bottom of the barrel. Water fills the evaporator to the same level as
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EF and EMF Series Start-Up Procedure Please Follow These Instructions Carefully ● Check the auger assembly to insure that it turns freely. Turning the large pulley of the gear reducer should require only slight finger pressure. ●Check that the condenser fan turns freely. ●Remove tape and packing from the float valve and reservoir ●Before turning the water supply on, check the low temperature safety control for proper operation: Turn the machine ON. There may be a compres
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EF and EMF Series Start-Up Procedure ●Check bin control for proper operation The bin control is used to shut the machine off when the bin fills with ice. The bin control must be checked upon installation or initial start-up and when performing maintenance. Adjustments are not covered under warranty. With the machine running and making ice, hold ice against the brass thermal well that houses the bin control capillary tube. The brass thermal well is located on the inside of the do
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EF and EMF Series General Maintenance Electrical shock and/or injury from moving parts inside this machine can cause serious injury. Disconnect electrical supply to machine prior to performing any adjustments or repairs. Failure to perform the required maintenance at the frequency specified will void warranty coverage in the event of a related failure. General Maintenance Procedure To insure economical, trouble free operation of your machine, it is recommended that the follo
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EF and EMF Series Cleaning Procedure CAUTION: Protective eyewear and gloves should be worn when using cleaning products. CLEANING AND SANITIZING INSTRUCTIONS 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 machine cleaner i.e. Nu-Calgon Nickel Safe, as directed on container. 4. Turn the machine on, remove the float reservoir cover and add cleaning solution to the reservoir. 5. As th
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EF and EMF Series Cabinet Care Cleaning stainless steel Commercial grades of stainless steel are susceptible to rusting if not properly maintained. It is important that you properly care for the stainless steel surfaces of your ice machine and bin to avoid the possibility of rust or corrosion. Use the following recommended guidelines for keeping your stainless steel looking like new: 1. Clean the stainless steel thoroughly once a week. Clean frequently to avoid build-up of hard
