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NME1854R & FME2404R
SERVICE DIAGNOSIS:
Symptom
Unit makes ice, but very slowly
Water leak
Excessive ice meltage
Machine makes too much noise
Possible Cause
High discharge pressure because of a
dirty condenser coil
Auger and evaporator are coated with
mineral scale
Low refrigerant charge
Ice storage bin drain restricted
Tubing cracked
Condensation on drain tubing
Hose off
Reservoir cover off
Reservoir cracked
Evaporator water seal leaks
Bin drain clogged
Poor fit between bin door and door
frame
Evaporator coated internally with
minerals
Motor bearings dry
January 2000
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Probable Correction
Clean the condenser
Clean the water system
Locate leak. Recover refrigerant,
repair leak, replace dryer, evacuate
and weigh in the nameplate charge.
Clean out drain
Replace tubing
Insulate tubing
Re-attach hose
Return cover to reservoir
Replace reservoir
Check base of evaporator & drip pan.
If the seal leaks, shut off the water,
remove the auger, replace the water
seal. Check gear motor for water
infiltration.
Clean out bin drain
Adjust or replace
Clean with Scotsman Ice Machine
Cleaner
Oil or replace motor
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