Hoshizaki F-500BAF User manual

Hoshizaki
“A Superior Degree
of Reliability”
www.hoshizaki.com
Model
F-500BAF
Self-Contained Flaker
Hoshizaki America, Inc.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Issued: 4-13-1998
Revised: 3-22-2010

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IMPORTANT
Only qualied service technicians should install, service, and maintain the
icemaker. No installation, service, or maintenance should be undertaken until
the technician has thoroughly read this Instruction Manual. Likewise, the owner/
manager should not proceed to operate the icemaker until the installer has
instructed them on its proper operation. Failure to install, operate, and maintain
the equipment in accordance with this manual may adversely affect safety,
performance, component life, and warranty coverage.
Hoshizaki provides this manual primarily to assist qualied service technicians in the
installation, maintenance, and service of the icemaker.
Should the reader have any questions or concerns which have not been satisfactorily
addressed, please call, write, or send an e-mail message to the Hoshizaki Technical
Support Department for assistance.
HOSHIZAKI AMERICA, INC.
618 Highway 74 South
Peachtree City, GA 30269
Attn: Hoshizaki Technical Support Department
Phone: [phone] Technical Support
[phone]
Fax: [phone]
[phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.hoshizaki.com
NOTE: To expedite assistance, all correspondence/communication MUST include the
following information:
  •ModelNumber
  •SerialNumber
  •Completeanddetailedexplanationoftheproblem.

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CONTENTS
Important Safety Information ................................................................................................. 4
I. Specications...................................................................................................................... 5
A. Nameplate Rating ......................................................................................................... 5
B. Dimensions/Connections .............................................................................................. 6
II. Installation and Operating Instructions .............................................................................. 7
A. Checks Before Installation............................................................................................. 7
B. How to Remove Panels ................................................................................................. 8
C. Location ........................................................................................................................ 9
D. Setup............................................................................................................................. 9
E. Electrical Connection .................................................................................................. 10
F. Water Supply and Drain Connections ...........................................................................11
G. Final Checklist ........................................................................................................... 13
H. Startup ........................................................................................................................ 14
III. Cleaning and Maintenance ............................................................................................. 15
A. Cleaning and Sanitizing Instructions........................................................................... 15
1. Cleaning Solution................................................................................................... 16
2. Cleaning Procedure ............................................................................................... 16
3. Sanitizing Solution ................................................................................................. 17
4. Sanitizing Procedure - Initial .................................................................................. 17
5. Sanitizing Procedure - Final................................................................................... 18
B. Maintenance................................................................................................................ 19
C. Preparing the Icemaker for Long Storage ................................................................... 20
IMPORTANT
This manual should be read carefully before the icemaker is installed and
operated. Only qualied service technicians should install, service, and
maintain the icemaker. Read the warnings contained in this booklet carefully as
they give important information regarding safety. Please retain this booklet for
any further reference that may be necessary.

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Important Safety Information
Throughout this manual, notices appear to bring your attention to situations which could
result in death, serious injury, or damage to the unit.
WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates a situation which could result in damage to the unit.
IMPORTANT Indicates important information about the use and care of the
unit.
WARNING
This icemaker should be destined only to the use for which it has been
expressly conceived. Any other use should be considered improper and
therefore dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for
eventual damage caused by improper, incorrect, and unreasonable use.
To reduce the risk of death, electric shock, serious injury, or re, follow
basic precautions including the following:
•Electricalconnectionmustbehard-wiredandmustmeetnational,state,and
local electrical code requirements. Failure to meet these code requirements
could result in death, electric shock, serious injury, re, or severe damage to
equipment.
•Thisunitrequiresanindependentpowersupply.Seethenameplatefor
proper voltage and breaker/fuse size. Failure to use a proper breaker or fuse
can result in a tripped breaker, blown fuse, or damage to existing wiring. This
could lead to heat generation or re.
•THIS UNIT MUST BE GROUNDED. Failure to properly ground this unit could
result in death or serious injury.
•Thisunitshouldbedisassembledorrepairedonlybyqualiedservice
personnel to reduce the risk of electric shock, injury, or re.
•Donotmakeanyalterationstotheunit.Alterationscouldresultinelectric
shock, injury, re, or damage to the unit.

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I. Specications
A. Nameplate Rating
1. F-500BAF(-C) (air-cooled)
HOSHIZAKI ICE MAKER
MODEL NUMBER F-500BAF
SERIAL NUMBER
AC SUPPLY VOLTAGE 115-120/60/1
COMPRESSOR 120V 7.5RLA 54.5LRA
GEAR MOTOR 115V 2.4FLA 1/4HP
FAN MOTOR 115V 0.85FLA 1/15HP
OTHER 120V 0.08A
MAXIMUM FUSE SIZE 20 AMPS
MAX. HACR BREAKER (USA ONLY) 20 AMPS
MAX. CIRC. BREAKER (CANADA ONLY) 20 AMPS
MINIMUM CIRCUIT AMPACITY 20 AMPS
DESIGN PRESSURE HI-460PSI LO-290PSI
REFRIGERANT 404A 1 LB
See the nameplate for electrical and refrigeration specications. This nameplate is located
on the rear panel.
Since this nameplate is located on the rear panel of the icemaker, it cannot be read when
the back of the icemaker is against a wall or against another piece of kitchen equipment.
Therefore, the necessary electrical and refrigeration information is also on the rating label,
which can be easily seen by removing only the front panel of the icemaker.
We reserve the right to make changes in specications and design without prior notice.
MOTOR-COMPRESSOR THERMALLY PROTECTED,
NOT INTENDED FOR OUTDOOR USE!
Hoshizaki America, Inc.
Peachtree City, GA
www.hoshizaki.com
ICE MAKER
946Z
186090

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B. Dimensions/Connections
1. F-500BAF(-C) (air-cooled)
Unit: in. (mm)

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II. Installation and Operating Instructions
WARNING
1. This icemaker must be installed in accordance with all applicable national,
state, and local regulations.
2. CHOKING HAZARD: Ensure all components, fasteners, and thumbscrews
are securely in place after installation. Make sure that none have fallen into
the storage bin.
A. Checks Before Installation
•Visuallyinspecttheexterioroftheshippingcontainerandimmediatelyreportany
damage to the carrier. Upon opening the container, any concealed damage should also
be immediately reported to the carrier.
•Removetheshippingcarton,tape,andpackingmaterial.Ifanyareleftintheicemaker,
it will not work properly.
•Removethetopandfrontpanelstopreventdamagewheninstallingtheicemaker.See
"II.B. How to Remove Panels."
•Removethepackagecontainingtheaccessories.
•Removetheprotectiveplasticlmfromthepanels.Iftheicemakerisexposedtothe
sun or to heat, remove the lm after the icemaker cools.
•Checkthattherefrigerantlinesdonotrubortouchlinesorothersurfaces,andthatthe
fan blade turns freely.
•Checkthatthecompressorissnugonallmountingpads.
•Seethenameplateontherearpanel,andcheckthatyourvoltagesupplied
corresponds with the voltage specied on the nameplate.

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B. How to Remove Panels
See Fig. 1
•TopPanel:Removethescrewsandliftoff.
•FrontPanel:Removethescrewsandliftupandtowardsyou.
•LeftSidePanel:Removethescrewsandliftoff.
•SlidingDoor:Removethetoppanelandfrontpanel,thenslidetheslidingdoortotheleft.
Fig. 1
Top Panel
Front Panel
Left Side
Panel
Sliding
Door
Air Louver
Air Filter
Control Box
Cover

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C. Location
CAUTION
1. This icemaker is not intended for outdoor use. Normal operating ambient
temperature should be within 45°F to 100°F (7°C to 38°C); Normal operating
water temperature should be within 45°F to 90°F (7°C to 32°C). Operation
of the icemaker, for extended periods, outside of these normal temperature
ranges may affect icemaker performance.
2. This icemaker will not work at sub-freezing temperatures. To prevent damage
to the water supply line, drain the icemaker if the air temperature is going to
go below 32°F (0°C). See "III.C. Preparing the Icemaker for Long Storage."
For best operating results:
•Theicemakershouldnotbelocatednexttoovens,grills,orotherhighheatproducing
equipment.
•Thelocationshouldprovidearmandlevelfoundationfortheequipment.
•Allow6"(15cm)clearanceatrearandsidesforproperaircirculationandeaseof
maintenance and/or service should they be required. Allow 24" (61 cm) clearance at top
to allow for removal of the auger.
D. Setup
1) Position the icemaker in the selected permanent location.
2) Attach the 4 adjustable legs provided to the bottom of the icemaker.
3) Level the icemaker in both the left-to-right and front-to-rear directions.
4) Replace the panels in their correct positions.

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Fig. 2
E. Electrical Connection
WARNING
1. Electrical connection must be hard-wired and must meet national, state, and
local electrical code requirements. Failure to meet these code requirements
could result in death, electric shock, serious injury, re, or severe damage to
equipment.
2. This unit requires an independent power supply. See the nameplate for
proper voltage and breaker/fuse size. Failure to use a proper breaker or fuse
can result in a tripped breaker, blown fuse, or damage to existing wiring. This
could lead to heat generation or re.
3. THIS UNIT MUST BE GROUNDED. Failure to properly ground this unit could
result in death or serious injury.
4. Electrical connection must be made in accordance with the instructions on
the "WARNING" tag, provided with the pig tail leads in the junction box. See
Fig. 2.
•Usuallyanelectricalpermitandservicesofalicensedelectricianarerequired.
•Themaximumallowablevoltagevariationis±10percentofthenameplaterating.
•Thewhiteleadmustbeconnectedtotheneutralconductorofthepowersource.
CAUTION! Miswiring may result in severe damage to the icemaker. See Fig. 2.
•Theopeningforthepowersupplyconnectionis7/8"DIAtota1/2"tradesizeconduit.
115-120/60/1
WARNING
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
THIS UNIT MUST BE GROUNDED
Failure to properly ground or wire
this unit could result in death,
serious injury, or severe damage
to the icemaker. The white lead
must be connected to the neutral
conductor of the power source.
See diagram below.
4A4766-010
JUNCTION BOX
1
15-120V
BROWN
WHITE
L
N

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F. Water Supply and Drain Connections
See Fig. 3
WARNING
1. Water supply and drain connections must be installed in accordance with
applicable national, state, and local regulations.
2. Normal operating water temperature should be within 45°F to 90°F (7°C
to 32°C). Operation of the icemaker, for extended periods, outside of this
normal temperature range may affect icemaker performance.
3. To prevent damage to equipment, do not operate the icemaker when the
water supply is off, or if the pressure is below 10 PSIG. Do not run the
icemaker until the proper water pressure is reached.
•Aplumbingpermitandservicesofalicensedplumbermayberequiredinsomeareas.
•Externallters,strainers,orsoftenersmayberequireddependingonwaterquality.Contact
your local Hoshizaki distributor for recommendations.
•Watersupplypressureshouldbeaminimumof10PSIGandamaximumof113PSIG.If
the pressure exceeds 113 PSIG, the use of a pressure reducing valve is required.
•Icemakerwatersupplyinletis1/2"femalepipethread(FPT).Aminimumof3/8"OD
copper tubing is recommended for the icemaker water supply line.
•Anicemakerwatersupplylineshut-offvalveanddrainvalveshouldbeinstalled.
•Bindrainoutletandicemakerdrainoutletare3/4"FPT.Aminimumof3/4"ODhardpipeis
recommended for the bin drain and icemaker drain lines.
•Thebindrainlineandicemakerdrainlinemustberunseparately.
•Drainlinesmusthave1/4"fallperfoot(2cmper1m)onhorizontalrunstogetagood
ow. A vented tee connection is also required for proper ow.
•Drainlinesshouldnotbepipeddirectlytothesewersystem.Anairgapofaminimumof
two vertical inches (5 cm) should be between the end of the drain pipes from the icemaker
and storage bin and the oor drain.

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Icemaker Water
Supply Line
Shut-OffValve
Icemaker Water
Supply Line
DrainValve
Icemaker Water
Supply Inlet
1/2" FPT
Bin Drain Outlet
3/4" FPT
Icemaker
Drain Outlet
3/4" FPT
Fig. 3
Separate piping to approved drain.
Leave a two-inch (5 cm) vertical air
gap between the end of each pipe
and the drain.
Two-inch
(5 cm) air
gap
Floor Drain
Icemaker
F-500BAF

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G. Final Checklist
WARNING
CHOKING HAZARD: Ensure all components, fasteners, and thumbscrews
are securely in place after installation. Make sure that none have fallen into the
storage bin.
1) Is the icemaker level?
2) Is the icemaker in a site where the ambient temperature is within 45°F to 100°F (7°C to
38°C) and the water temperature within 45°F to 90°F (7°C to 32°C) all year around?
3) Is there at least 6" (15 cm) clearance at rear and sides and 24" (61 cm) at the top of the
icemaker for proper air circulation and ease of maintenance and service?
4) Have the shipping carton, tape, and packing material been removed from the icemaker?
5)
Are all components, fasteners, and thumbscrews securely in place?
6) Have all electrical and water connections been made? Do electrical and water
connections meet all national, state, and local code and regulation requirements?
7) Has the power supply voltage been checked or tested against the nameplate rating?
Has a proper ground been installed to the icemaker?
8) Are the water supply line shut-off valve and drain valve installed? Has the water supply
pressure been checked to ensure a minimum of 10 PSIG and a maximum of 113 PSIG?
Note: The icemaker may stop running when the water supply is off, or if the pressure
is below 10 PSIG. When the proper water pressure is reached, the icemaker
automatically starts running again.
9) Are the compressor hold-down bolts snug? Have the refrigerant lines been checked to
make sure they do not rub or touch other lines or surfaces? Has the fan blade been
checked to make sure it turns freely?
10) Has the end user been given the instruction manual, and instructed on how to operate
the icemaker and the importance of the recommended periodic maintenance?
11) Has the end user been given the name and telephone number of an authorized service
agent?
12) Has the warranty card been lled out and forwarded to the factory for warranty
registration?

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H. Startup
WARNING
1. All parts are factory-adjusted. Improper adjustments may adversely affect
safety, performance, component life, and warranty coverage.
2. If the icemaker is turned off, wait for at least 3 minutes before restarting the
icemaker to prevent damage to the compressor.
3. At startup, conrm that all internal and external connections are free of
leaks.
1) Open the water supply line shut-off valve.
2) Remove the top panel, then the front panel. Move the ush switch on the control box to
the "ICE" position, then move the power switch to the "ON" position. Replace the panels
in their correct positions, then turn on the power supply to start the automatic icemaking
process.
3) Once the icemaker starts to produce ice, allow it to run for another 30 minutes.
4) Turn off the power supply, then remove the top and front panels.
5) Move the ush switch to the "FLUSH" position, then replace the front and top panels in
their correct positions. Turn on the power supply and allow the water system to drain for
5 minutes.
Note: If the unit is running, the drain valve will not open until 2.5 minutes after the ush
switch is moved to the "FLUSH" position. This allows the components to cycle
down.
6) Turn off the power supply, then remove the top and front panels.
7) Move the ush switch to the "ICE" position, then replace the panels in their correct
positions.
8) Open the sliding door.
9) To conrm bin control operation, turn on the power supply to start the automatic
icemaking process. Allow the unit to run until the compressor starts (approximately
60 seconds). Press and hold the actuator paddle located in the top of the storage bin.
The compressor should de-energize 90 seconds later, and the gear motor should
de-energize 60 seconds after that.
10) Turn off the power supply. Pour warm water into the storage bin and melt any remaining
ice. Clean the storage bin liner, actuator paddle, and the sliding door using a neutral
cleaner. Rinse thoroughly after cleaning. WARNING! CHOKING HAZARD: Ensure all
components, fasteners, and thumbscrews are securely in place. Make sure that
none have fallen into the storage bin.
11) Close the sliding door.
12) Turn on the power supply to start the automatic icemaking process.

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III. Cleaning and Maintenance
WARNING
CHOKING HAZARD: Ensure all components, fasteners, and thumbscrews are
securely in place after any cleaning or maintenance is done to the icemaker.
Make sure that none have fallen into the storage bin.
A. Cleaning and Sanitizing Instructions
Hoshizaki recommends cleaning and sanitizing this unit at least twice a year. More
frequent cleaning and sanitizing, however, may be required in some existing water
conditions.
WARNING
1. To prevent injury to individuals and damage to the icemaker, do not use
ammonia type cleaners.
2. Carefully follow any instructions provided with the bottles of cleaning and
sanitizing solution.
3. Always wear liquid-proof gloves and goggles to prevent the cleaning and
sanitizing solutions from coming into contact with skin or eyes.
4. After cleaning and sanitizing, do not use ice made from the cleaning and
sanitizing solutions. Be careful not to leave any solution on the parts or in the
storage bin.
Fig. 4
Top Panel
Spout A
Actuator
Shaft
Bin Control Bracket
Proximity Switch
Snap Pin
Spout B
Packing
Gasket B
Gasket A
Bin Top Cover
Evaporator
Assembly
Extruding Head
Reservoir
Safety Switch Assembly

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1. Cleaning Solution
IMPORTANT
For safety and maximum effectiveness, use the solution immediately after
dilution.
Dilute 4.8 . oz. (142 ml) of Hoshizaki "Scale Away" with 0.8 gal. (3 l) of warm water. This
is a minimum amount. Make more solution if necessary.
2. Cleaning Procedure
1) Turn off the power supply, then remove the top and front panels. Make sure the power
switch is in the "ON" position, then move the ush switch to the "FLUSH" position.
Replace the panels in their correct positions.
2) Close the icemaker water supply line shut-off valve.
3) Turn on the power supply and allow the water system to drain for 5 minutes.
4) Turn off the power supply, then remove the top and front panels. Move the power switch
to the "OFF" position.
5) Remove all ice from the storage bin.
6) In the storage bin, remove spout B and gasket B, then remove spout A and gasket A.
See Fig. 4.
7) Pour the cleaning solution over the extruding head until the evaporator assembly and
the reservoir are full and the solution starts to overow into the drain pan.
Note: If there is excess scale on the extruding head, ll the evaporator assembly and
reservoir as described above, then use a clamp on the reservoir hose between
the reservoir and evaporator assembly to block ow. Pour additional cleaning
solution over the extruding head until the evaporator assembly is completely full.
8) Replace gasket A, spout A, gasket B, and spout B in their correct positions.
9) Allow the icemaker to sit for 10 minutes before operation. If you placed a clamp on the
reservoir hose in step 7, remove it before operation.
10) In bad or severe water conditions, clean the oat switch assembly as described below.
See Fig. 5. Otherwise, continue to step 11.
a. Remove the oat switch assembly from
the reservoir cover.
b. Wipe down the oat switch assembly with
the cleaning solution.
c. Rinse the oat switch assembly
thoroughly with clean water.
d. Replace the oat switch assembly in its
correct position.
11) Move the ush switch to the "ICE" position, then move the power switch to the "ON"
position. Replace the panels in their correct positions. Turn on the power supply and
make ice using the solution until the icemaker stops making ice.
12) Turn off the power supply, then remove the top and front panels. Move the ush switch to
the "FLUSH" position, then replace the panels in their correct positions.
Float Switch Assembly
Reservoir
Reservoir Cover
Fig. 5

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13) Turn on the power supply and allow the water system to drain for 5 minutes.
14) Turn off the power supply, then remove the top and front panels. Move the ush switch to
the "ICE" position, then replace the panels in their correct positions.
15) Open the icemaker water supply line shut-off valve, then turn on the power supply to
supply water to the reservoir.
16) After the gear motor starts, turn off the power supply. Remove the top and front panels,
then move the ush switch to the "FLUSH" position. Replace the panels in their correct
positions.
17) Turn on the power supply and allow the water system to drain for 5 minutes.
Note: If you do not sanitize the unit, go to step 14 in "III.A.5. Sanitizing
Procedure - Final."
18) Turn off the power supply, then close the icemaker water supply line shut-off valve.
3. Sanitizing Solution
IMPORTANT
For safety and maximum effectiveness, use the solution immediately after
dilution.
Dilute 2.5 . oz. (74 ml or 5 tbs) of a 5.25% sodium hypochlorite solution (chlorine
bleach) with 5 gal. (19 l) of warm water.
4. Sanitizing Procedure - Initial
1) Make sure the power supply is off and the icemaker water supply line shut-off valve
is closed. Remove the top and front panels, then move the power switch to the "OFF"
position.
2) In the storage bin, remove spout B and gasket B, then remove spout A and gasket A.
Next, remove the safety switch assembly from spout A.
3) Pour the sanitizing solution over the extruding head until the evaporator assembly and
the reservoir are full and the solution starts to overow into the drain pan.
4) Remove the snap pin, shaft, actuator, and bin control bracket from the bin top cover.
5) Remove the sliding door.
6) Soak the sliding door, spouts, gaskets, packing, snap pin, shaft, actuator, and bin
control bracket in .25gallons (1 l) of sanitizing solution for 10 minutes, then wipe them
down.
7) Rinse the parts thoroughly with clean water.
CAUTION
If the solution is left on these parts, they will rust.
8) Replace all parts in their correct positions.
9) Move the ush switch to the "ICE" position, then move the power switch to the "ON"
position. Replace the panels in their correct positions, then turn on the power supply.
Make ice using the solution until the icemaker stops making ice.

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10) Turn off the power supply, then remove the top and front panels. Move the ush switch to
the "FLUSH" position, then replace the panels in their correct positions.
11) Turn on the power supply and allow the water system to drain for 5minutes.
12) Turn off the power supply.
5. Sanitizing Procedure - Final
1) Mix a new batch of the sanitizing solution.
2) Make sure the power supply is off and the icemaker water supply line shut-off valve
is closed. Remove the top and front panels, then move the power switch to the "OFF"
position.
3) In the storage bin, remove spout B and gasket B, then remove spout A and gasket A.
4) Pour the sanitizing solution over the extruding head until the evaporator assembly and
the reservoir are full and the solution starts to overow into the drain pan.
5) Replace gasket A, spout A, gasket B, and spout B in their correct positions.
6) Allow the icemaker to sit for 10 minutes before operation.
7) Move the ush switch to the "ICE" position, then move the power switch to the "ON"
position. Replace the panels in their correct positions, then turn on the power supply.
Make ice using the solution until the icemaker stops making ice.
8) Turn off the power supply, then remove the top and front panels. Move the control switch
to the "FLUSH" position, then replace the panels in their correct positions.
9) Turn on the power supply and allow the water system to drain for 5 minutes.
10) Turn off the power supply, then remove the top and front panels. Move the ush switch to
the "ICE" position, then replace the panels in their correct positions.
11) Open the icemaker water supply line shut-off valve, then turn on the power supply to
supply water to the reservoir.
12) After the gear motor starts, turn off the power supply. Remove the top and front panels,
then move the ush switch to the "FLUSH" position. Replace the panels in their correct
positions.
13) Turn on the power supply and allow the water system to drain for 5 minutes.
14) Turn off the power supply, then remove the top and front panels. Move the ush switch to
the "ICE" position, then replace panels in their correct positions.
15) Turn on the power supply to start the automatic icemaking process. Allow the icemaker
to run for 30 minutes, then turn off the power supply.
16) Pour warm water into the storage bin and melt any remaining ice. Clean the storage bin
liner using a neutral cleaner. Rinse thoroughly after cleaning.
17) Turn on the power supply to start the automatic icemaking process.

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B. Maintenance
This icemaker must be maintained individually, referring to the instruction manual and
labels provided with the icemaker. The schedule below is a guideline. More frequent
maintenance, however, may be required depending on water quality, the icemaker's
environment, and local sanitation regulations.
Consult with your local distributor about inspection and maintenance service. To obtain
the name and phone number of your local distributor, visit www.hoshizaki.com or call
Hoshizaki Technical Support at 1-800-233-1940 in the USA.
WARNING
1. Only qualied service technicians should attempt to service or maintain this
icemaker.
2. Disconnect power before performing maintenance.
Maintenance Schedule
Frequency Area Task
Every 2
Weeks
Air Filter(s) Inspect. Wash with warm water and neutral cleaner if dirty.
Monthly External Water
Filters
Check for proper pressure and change if necessary.
Icemaker Exterior Wipe down with clean, soft cloth. Use a damp cloth containing a neutral
cleaner to wipe off oil or dirt build up. Clean any chlorine staining (rust
colored spots) using a non-abrasive cleaner like Zud or Bon Ami.
Sliding Door Wipe down with clean cloth and warm water.
Every 6
Months
Icemaker and
Storage Bin
Clean and sanitize per the cleaning and sanitizing instructions provided in
this manual.
Evaporator
Condensate Drain
Pan and Gear
Motor Drain Pan
Wipe down with clean cloth and warm water. Slowly pour one cup of
sanitizing solution (prepare as outlined in the sanitizing instructions in
this manual) into the evaporator condensate drain pan. Be careful not to
overow the pan. This solution will ow down to the gear motor drain pan
and out the drain line to sanitize these areas. Repeat with a cup of clean
water to rinse.
Icemaker and
Storage Bin Drains
Check to make sure they are clear.
Yearly InletWaterValve
andDrainValve
Close the icemaker water supply line shut-off valve and drain the water
system. Clean the inlet water valve screen and clean and inspect the drain
valve.
Water Hoses Inspect the water hoses and clean/replace if necessary.
Condenser Inspect. Clean if necessary by using a brush or vacuum cleaner.
Icemaker Inspect for oil spots, loose components, fasteners, and wires.
Upper Bearing
(extruding head)
Check for wear using .02" round stock or pin gauge. Replace both upper
bearing and lower bearing if wear exceeds factory recommendations. See
the Service Manual for details.

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Maintenance Schedule (continued)
Frequency Area Task
After
3 Years,
then Yearly
Upper Bearing
(extruding head);
Lower Bearing
and O-Ring
(lower housing);
Mechanical
Seal; Evaporator
Cylinder; Auger
Inspect. Replace both upper bearing and lower bearing if wear exceeds
factory recommendations. Replace the mechanical seal if the seal's contact
surfaces are worn, cracked, or scratched.
C. Preparing the Icemaker for Long Storage
CAUTION
When storing the icemaker for an extended time or in sub-freezing
temperatures, follow the instructions below to prevent damage.
When the icemaker is not used for two or three days under normal conditions, it is
sufficient to only move the power switch to the "OFF" position. When storing the
icemaker for extended time or in sub-freezing temperatures, follow the instructions
below.
1. Remove the water from the icemaker water supply line:
1) Turn off the power supply, then remove the top and front panels.
2) Move the power switch to the "OFF" position.
3) Close the icemaker water supply line shut-off valve, then open the icemaker water
supply line drain valve.
4) Allow the line to drain by gravity.
5) Attach a compressed air or carbon dioxide supply to the icemaker water supply line
drain valve.
6) Move the ush switch to the "ICE" position, then move the power switch to the "ON"
position. Replace the panels in their correct positions, then turn on the power supply.
7) Blow the icemaker water line out using the compressed air or carbon dioxide supply.
8) Close the icemaker water supply line drain valve.
2. Drain the evaporator:
1) Turn off the power supply, then remove the top and front panels.
2) Move the ush switch to the "FLUSH" position, then replace the panels in their correct
positions.
3) Turn on the power supply and allow the water system to drain for 5 minutes.
4) Turn off the power supply, then remove the top and front panels. Move the power switch
to the "OFF" position.
5) Remove the evaporator drain line hose from the evaporator and attach a compressed
air or carbon dioxide supply to the hose.