Removal From Service/Winterization; Self-Contained Air-Cooled Ice Machines - Manitowoc S300 Technician's Handbook

Removal from Service/Winterization

General
Special precautions must be taken if the ice machi n e is
to be removed from service for an extended period of
time or exposed to ambient temperatures of 32°F
(0°C) or below.
If water is al lowed to remain in the ice ma chine in
freezing temperatures, se vere damag e to some
components could resu lt. Damage of thi s na ture is
not covered by the warranty.
Follow the applicable procedure below.

SELF-CONTAINED AIR-COOLED ICE MACHINES

1. Move the ICE/OFF/CLEAN switch ot OFF.
2. Disconnect the electric power at the circuit
breaker or the electric service switch.
3. Turn off the water supply.
4. Remove the water from the water trough.
5. Disconnect and drain the incoming ice-making
water line at the rear of the ice machine.
6. Energize the ice machine and wait one minute for
the water inlet valve to open.
7. Blow compressed air in both the incoming water
and the drain openings in the rear of the ice
machine until no more water comes out of the
water inlet lines or the drain.
8. Make sure water is not trapped in any of the water
lines, drain lines, distribution tubes, etc.
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