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- Page 1 Installation, Start-up and Maintenance Manual GEM-MFI Series 60 hz. Ice-O-Matic 11100 East 45th Ave Denver, Colorado 80239 P t N Part Number 9081403-01 9081403 01 D t 1/10 Date 1/10...
- Page 3 Introduction How To Use This Manual Ice-O-Matic provides this manual as an aid to the end user and service technician in installation and maintenance of the GEM-MFI Series ice machines. Do not attempt to perform installation, start-up or maintenance unless you have read and fully understand this manual.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
GEM-MFI SERIES Table Of Contents Table of Contents Introduction ..........................Page i Table Of Contents ........................Page ii Freight Claim Procedure ......................Page iii Warranty ............................Page iv For The Installer (Guidelines) ...................... Page 1 For The Installer (Applications) ....................Page 4 For The Installer (Location) ...................... -
Page 5: Freight Claim Procedure
If loss or damage does not appear until merchandise has been unpacked, make a written request for inspection by the carrier within 15 days of the delivery date. Then file a claim on a form from the carrier. File Claim Without Delay Do Not Return Damaged Merchandise to Ice-O-Matic Page iii... -
Page 6: Warranty
Customer, that part of any such machine that becomes defective. In the event that the Warranty Registration Card indicating the installation date has not been returned to Ice-O-Matic, the warranty period will begin on the date of shipment from the Company. Irrespective of the actual installation date, the product will be warranted for a maximum of seventy-two (72) months from date of shipment from the Company. -
Page 7: For The Installer (Guidelines)
Refer to the serial plate at the rear of the ice machine to make sure proper voltage and circuit breaker size have been supplied. Make sure the machine is on a dedicated circuit. The GEM-MFI Series are not supplied with an electrical power cord and will need to be installed and wired per local electrical codes. -
Page 8: For The Installer (Applications)
GEM-MFI SERIES For The Installer Air and Water Cooled Page 2... - Page 9 GEM-MFI SERIES For The Installer Remote Page 3...
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Page 10: For The Installer (Location)
All the dispensers have automatic agitation to keep the ice from clumping. If agitation is too frequent, the Pearl Ice will be damaged and will become difficult to dispense. The Ice-O-Matic and Cornelius dispensers need to be set to 2 seconds on every 3 hours and the Lancer needs to be set to 4 seconds on, 150 seconds off. - Page 11 If the ice machine is to be mounted on a bin or dispenser other than an Ice-O-Matic, refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for machine mounting. Ice-O-Matic will not be responsible for damage or injury that results from unexpected closing of the bin door as a result of the ice machine being too far forward on the bin.
- Page 12 GEM-MFI SERIES For the Installer Allow 6 “Clearance for Air Circulation Allow 6 “Clearance for Air Circulation A proper installation locates the Two Units on One Bin ice machine indoors, but in a place where the heat and noise it produces are not objectionable.
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Page 13: Remote Condenser
GEM-MFI SERIES Remote Condenser GRC Dimensions (Inches) GRC1001 GRC1061 GRC1061 33.36 33.36 33.36 10.75 10.75 10.75 23.81 23.81 23.81 2.04 2.04 2.04 6.12 6.12 6.12 16.73 16.73 16.73 11.65 11.65 11.65 19.57 19.57 19.57 GEM/MFI Model Number GEM0650R GEM0956R MFI1256R... - Page 14 ● Calculation: Drop(s) + Rise(s) + Horizontal Run = dd+rd+hd=Calculated Line Length Configurations that do NOT meet these requirements must receive written authorization from Ice-O-Matic. This includes multipass or rack system remote condensers. Do NOT: ● Route a line set that rises, then falls, then rises.
- Page 15 GEM-MFI SERIES For the Installer Remote Condenser Location: Limited to a 25 foot or a 40 foot length of precharged refrigerant tubing connecting the ice machine to the remote condenser. The remote condenser must be above or level with the ice machine. Select the best available location, protecting the remote condenser from extremes of dirt, dust and sun.
- Page 16 GEM-MFI SERIES For the Installer Typical Installation REMOTE CONDENSER ICE MACHINE Page 10...
- Page 17 GEM-MFI SERIES For the Installer Coupling Instructions: Initial Connections: 1. Remove the protector caps and plugs. Wipe the seats and threaded surfaces with a clean cloth to be certain that no foreign matter remains on them. 2. Lubricate the inside of the couplings, especially the O-Rings with refrigerant oil.
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Page 18: For The Plumber
GEM-MFI SERIES For the Plumber Water Inlet: ●Air Cooled Models: The recommended water supply is clean, cold water. Use 3/8 inch O.D. copper tubing, connect to the 3/8 inch FPT at the back of the cabinet. Install a hand valve near the machine to control the water supply. - Page 19 GEM-MFI SERIES For the Plumber Water Inlet: ●Remote Cooled Models: The recommended water supply is cold water. Use 3/8 inch O.D. copper tubing, connect to the 3/8 FPT on the back of the cabinet. Install a hand valve near the machine to control the water supply.
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Page 20: For The Electrician
GEM-MFI SERIES For the Electrician Electrical Connections: Check the ice machine nameplate (located on the back panel) for the voltage requirements, and minimum circuit ampacity. The ice machine requires a solid chassis to earth ground. Connect the ice machine to its own electrical circuit so it is individually fused. Voltage variation must remain within the limitations, even under starting conditions. - Page 21 GEM-MFI SERIES For the Electrician INSTALLATION MUST CONFORM TO ALL APPLICABLE CODES. Connect the electrical power to the unit to the wires in the junction box at the rear of the machine. Check the nameplate (located on the back panel) for the voltage requirements, and for the minimum circuit ampacity.
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Page 22: For The Installer (Completed Remote Installation)
GEM-MFI SERIES For the Installer Completed Installation-Remote Condenser A typical installation should generally appear as illustrated below. The best place for the remote condenser is above the ice machine, although other locations are permissible. Roof Cut-A-Way Remote Line Set Ice Machine... -
Page 23: For The Installer (Check List)
GEM-MFI SERIES For the Installer Final Check List: Air and Water Cooled 1. Is the ice machine installed indoors in a location where the air and water temperatures are _______ controlled and where they do not exceed the design limitations? _____2. - Page 24 GEM-MFI SERIES For the Installer Final Check List: Remote Condenser Leveled? ___1. Is the ice system installed indoors in a location where air and water temperatures are controlled, and where they do not exceed the design limitations? ___2. Is there an electrical service...
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Page 25: Start Up
7. Clean and/or sanitize the storage bin interior, wipe off the exterior with a clean, damp cloth. 8. Give the owner/user the service manual, instruct him/her in the operation of the unit, and make sure they know who to call for service. 9. Fill out the manufacturer’s registration and mail it to Ice-O-Matic. Page 19... - Page 26 8. Clean and/or sanitize the storage bin interior, wipe off the exterior with a clean, damp cloth. 9. Give the owner/user the service manual, instruct him/her in the operation of the unit, and make sure they know who to call for service. 10. Fill out the manufacturer’s registration and mail it to Ice-O-Matic. Page 20...
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Page 27: Sanitizing And Cleaning
GEM-MFI SERIES Sanitizing and Cleaning It is the USER’S RESPONSIBILITY to see that the unit is properly maintained. It is always preferable, and less costly in the long run, to avoid possible down time by keeping it clean; adjusting it as needed; and by replacing worn parts before they can cause failure. - Page 28 GEM-MFI SERIES Condenser Maintenance: Remote ● Clean the condenser: the condenser may appear to be clean on the surface, but it can Brush in direction of fins still be clogged internally. Check with a flashlight from the front to see if light can be seen through the condenser fins.
- Page 29 GEM-MFI SERIES Maintenance: Air Cooled Clean the air cooled condenser: Air flow on this model is from front to back, so the inside of the ice machine will have to be available to clean the air cooled condenser. Use a vacuum cleaner or coil cleaner if needed. DO NOT use a wire brush.
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Page 30: Service History
GEM-MFI SERIES Service History What to Do Before Calling for Service: ●Check the water supply to the ice machine. The ice machine is designed to shut off if there is no water to it. Check the water filters if there are any.