Vogt Tube-Ice HFO-10-SYS450 User manual

Vogt Tube-Ice®
Mid-Size Machines
HFO10 - SYS450
Manual Part Number 12A4171M16
Vogt Ice®, LLC
1000 W. Ormsby Ave.
Suite 19
Louisville, KY 40210 USA
Since 1880
Sales + Service: 1-502-635-3000
Parts: Your Local Distributor
SuperCare Technical: 1-502-635-3510 or 1-502-635-3052
Service Manual
$50.00 USD

Important Safety Information
Any improper attempt to repair major equipment may result in personal injury, property damage,
or loss of life. Before installing, operating, adjusting, or servicing the HFO10, please read this manual and
become familiar with its contents, understand the operation of this machine, and be aware of possible dangers.
Safety Symbols and What They Mean
Heed the following safety symbols, which may appear in this manual and/or on the machine.
Symbol
Meaning
Danger: Indicates an immediate hazard and that special precautions are necessary to
avoid severe personal injury or death.
Warning: Indicates a strong possibility of a hazard and that an unsafe practice could
result in severe personal injury.
Caution: Indicates that hazards or unsafe practices could result in personal injury or
damage to product or property.

NOTICE
This manual belongs to the owner of the following Vogt Ice machine:
Model #____________________ Serial #____________________
This manual must remain on the premises with the above-listed machine at all times. After machine start-up,
store the manual in a safe place where it can be readily available for future reference in maintaining,
troubleshooting, or servicing the machine. Designate a person to be responsible for the manual.
Failure to comply with this notice will result in unnecessary inconvenience and possible additional expenses.
This manual is designed to assist with the installation, start-up, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and
servicing of this equipment. This Tube-Ice® machine is designed to provide a lifetime of service when installed,
maintained, and serviced properly.
This information is intended for use by individuals with adequate backgrounds in electrical, refrigeration, and
mechanical expertise. Neither the manufacturer nor seller is responsible for the interpretation of this
information, nor can they assume any liability in connection with its use.
If a situation calls for additional information not found in this manual, contact your distributor. If further
assistance or information is needed, contact the factory by calling 1-502-635-3000 or faxing 1-502-635-3024.
Please read this manual carefully before attempting installation, operation, or servicing of this professionally
designed piece of equipment.
The SuperCare group at Vogt Ice, LLC, provides assistance for all customer service needs, including part sales and
warranty support. SuperCare also conducts training schools at the factory and can offer onsite training if
needed.
The model and serial number of this Vogt equipment is located on the nameplate attached to the electrical
control panel. If an electrical control panel was not furnished with this machine, the nameplate is located on the
equipment frame or paneling. To enable SuperCare to handle your questions quickly and accurately, refer to the
model and serial number when making inquiries about this machine.
Warranty Registration/Start-Up Form
The Warranty Registration/Start-Up Form on the next page must be completed and returned to Vogt Ice, LLC,
within 2 weeks after the official start-up of the machine to initiate and ensure a full warranty. The form must be
completed and either mailed to the address below, scanned and emailed to [email protected]om, or faxed to
1-800-770-8648. This form is also available online at www.vogtice.com/warrantyregistration/.
Please mail the completed form to:
Vogt Ice, LLC
1000 W. Ormsby Ave.
Suite 19
Louisville, KY 40210 USA

Vogt Ice, LLC
1000 W. Ormsby Ave, Ste. 19
Louisville, KY 40210 USA
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Vogt Order No.:
THIS FORM MUST BE SENT TO VOGT TO ACTIVATE
WARRANTY
Warranty Registration/Start-Up Form –Mid-Size Tube-Ice® Machines
Model Number:
Serial Number:
This form must be filled out completely and signed by the customer in order to assure acceptance by Vogt.
Date of Start-Up:
Form Completed By:
Distributor
Company Name:
Phone:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Service Company
Company Name:
Phone:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Customer (Location of Equipment)
Company Name:
Phone:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
PRE-OPERATION CHECK
OPERATION CHECK
Machine room suitable (50°F [10°C] min./110°F [43°C] max.)
Power Supply ____ V _____ Hz (machine not running)
Compressor crankcase heater on 12-hour minimum
(packaged only)
All valves opened or closed as tagged
Solenoid valve stems in auto position
System checked for leaks and none found; all connections
tight
Auxiliary equipment overloads wired into control circuit
Water supply and drains connected properly
Sufficient makeup water supplied (minimum 30 psig [2 bar])
Instruction manual and warranty certificate left onsite
Name of person left with:
________________________________________
Pump motor rotation direction correct
Compressor motor rotation direction correct (packaged only)
Power supply ____ V ____ Hz (machine running)
Water pump amps RLA ____ Actual ____
Condenser motor amps ____ (packaged only, if applicable)
Incoming water temperature ____ °F (°C)
Clear ice Yes No
Suction pressure (psig [bar]): End of freeze ____
End of defrost ____ (packaged only)
Discharge pressure (psig [bar]): End of freeze ____
End of defrost ____ (packaged only)
Comments:
I certify that I have performed all the above procedures.
Technician Signature:
Customer Signature:

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Table of Contents
HFO10 Mid-Size Ice Machine
Important Safety Information ................................................................................................................................3
Safety Symbols and What They Mean................................................................................................................3
NOTICE....................................................................................................................................................................4
Warranty Registration/Start-Up Form....................................................................................................................4
Chapter 1 Introduction .........................................................................................................................1-1
Chapter 2 How the HFO10 Machine Works............................................................................................2-1
Principles of Operation....................................................................................................................................... 2-1
Model Number ................................................................................................................................................... 2-2
Piping.................................................................................................................................................................. 2-3
Freezing Period................................................................................................................................................... 2-6
Harvest Period.................................................................................................................................................... 2-6
Refrigeration System Overview.......................................................................................................................... 2-7
Charging Refrigeration Systems ..................................................................................................................... 2-8
Chapter 3 Receipt of Machine...............................................................................................................3-1
State of New Machine........................................................................................................................................ 3-1
Inspection ........................................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Delivery Inspection Checklist.......................................................................................................................... 3-1
Safety Tags and Labels........................................................................................................................................ 3-1
Pressure Relief Valves......................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Machine Location ............................................................................................................................................... 3-2
Equipment Storage............................................................................................................................................. 3-2
Rated Capacity.................................................................................................................................................... 3-2
Chapter 4 Installation of the HFO10 ......................................................................................................4-1
Machine Connections......................................................................................................................................... 4-1
Equipment Layout and Service Access ............................................................................................................... 4-5
Lifting Procedures............................................................................................................................................... 4-6
Equipment Anchoring......................................................................................................................................... 4-7
Piping and Drain Connections ............................................................................................................................ 4-8
Water-Cooled Condenser Connections (Water-Cooled Machines Only)........................................................... 4-9
Cooling Tower (Water-Cooled Machines Only).................................................................................................. 4-9
Pressure Relief Valves....................................................................................................................................... 4-10
Wiring and Electrical Connections.................................................................................................................... 4-10
Phase Check...................................................................................................................................................... 4-11
Voltage Imbalance............................................................................................................................................ 4-11
Current Imbalance............................................................................................................................................ 4-12
Ice Bin Thermostat Sensor................................................................................................................................ 4-12
Installation Checklist......................................................................................................................................... 4-13
Chapter 5 Start-Up, Shutdown, and Operation ......................................................................................5-1
Start-Up Checklist............................................................................................................................................... 5-1
Start-Up Procedure (Initial Start-Up).................................................................................................................. 5-1
Shutdown Procedure.......................................................................................................................................... 5-2
Start-Up and Shutdown Tips .......................................................................................................................... 5-2

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Ice Quality........................................................................................................................................................... 5-2
Adding Refrigerant.............................................................................................................................................. 5-2
Chapter 6 Electrical Controls and Their Functions ..................................................................................6-1
Vogt 450 Controller ............................................................................................................................................ 6-8
Variable Frequency Drive (50-Hz Machines Only)............................................................................................ 6-14
Chapter 7 Maintenance ........................................................................................................................7-1
Cleaning .............................................................................................................................................................. 7-1
Sanitizing ........................................................................................................................................................ 7-2
Water Distributors.......................................................................................................................................... 7-3
Water Tank..................................................................................................................................................... 7-4
Freezer Cover ................................................................................................................................................. 7-4
Water-Cooled Condensers ............................................................................................................................. 7-4
Chemical Cleaning .......................................................................................................................................... 7-5
Mechanical Cleaning ...................................................................................................................................... 7-6
Compressor Lubrication ..................................................................................................................................... 7-7
Lubrication of the Cutter Motor Gear Reducer.................................................................................................. 7-9
Preventive Maintenance .................................................................................................................................... 7-9
Daily Checklist................................................................................................................................................. 7-9
Weekly Checklist........................................................................................................................................... 7-10
Monthly or Yearly Checklist.......................................................................................................................... 7-10
Preventive Maintenance Form......................................................................................................................... 7-11
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................8-1
Machine Not Running......................................................................................................................................... 8-1
Freeze-Up from Extended Freeze Period ........................................................................................................... 8-2
Freeze-Up from Ice Failing to Discharge............................................................................................................. 8-3
Poor Ice Quality .................................................................................................................................................. 8-4
Low Ice Capacity ................................................................................................................................................. 8-4
High Head Pressure (Water-Cooled Machines).................................................................................................. 8-5
High Head Pressure (Air-Cooled Machines) ....................................................................................................... 8-6
Chapter 9 Servicing Operations.............................................................................................................9-1
Adjustable Blowdown (for Clearer Ice)............................................................................................................... 9-1
Automatic Blowdown......................................................................................................................................... 9-1
Makeup Water Float Valve................................................................................................................................. 9-1
Refrigerant Float Switch ..................................................................................................................................... 9-2
Hand Expansion Valve ........................................................................................................................................ 9-3
Freezer Pressure Switch (Vogt 450).................................................................................................................... 9-3
Low-Pressure Safety Switch (Vogt 450).............................................................................................................. 9-3
High-Pressure Safety Switch (Vogt 450)............................................................................................................. 9-3
Head Pressure (Vogt 450)................................................................................................................................... 9-3
Fan Cycling Switch (Air-Cooled Machines, Vogt 450)......................................................................................... 9-3
Water-Regulating Valve (Water-Cooled Machines) ........................................................................................... 9-4
Cleaning Water-Cooled Condenser .................................................................................................................... 9-4
Compressor Motor Protection ........................................................................................................................... 9-4
Compressor Motor Protection—Field Diagnosis................................................................................................ 9-5
Compressor Motor Burnout ............................................................................................................................... 9-5
Oil Level Safety ................................................................................................................................................... 9-6
Compressor Crankcase Heater (200 Watt)......................................................................................................... 9-6
Oil Separator....................................................................................................................................................... 9-6

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Control Circuit Protection................................................................................................................................... 9-6
Thawing Timer.................................................................................................................................................... 9-7
Pumpdown ......................................................................................................................................................... 9-8
Removing Refrigerant......................................................................................................................................... 9-8
Refrigerant Leaks................................................................................................................................................ 9-9
Non-Condensable Gases..................................................................................................................................... 9-9
Solenoid Valves................................................................................................................................................. 9-10
Capacity Control Valves.................................................................................................................................... 9-11
Circulating Water Pump Motor ........................................................................................................................ 9-12
Cutter Gear Reducer......................................................................................................................................... 9-12
Cutter Motor Replacement .............................................................................................................................. 9-13
Cutter Gear Reducer Removal and Replacement............................................................................................. 9-13
Water Tank Removal ........................................................................................................................................ 9-14
Cutter and Bearing Removal and Reinstallation............................................................................................... 9-14
Crushed Ice Production .................................................................................................................................... 9-16
Appendix A Optional Accessories............................................................................................................ A-1
Power Monitor, Wagner Model DTP-3...............................................................................................................A-1
The Display .....................................................................................................................................................A-1
Adjustment of Parameters in Order of Display..............................................................................................A-2
Appendix B Tables.................................................................................................................................. B-1
Appendix C Additional Documentation....................................................................................................C-1