2. CONSTRUCTION [a] FM-170AKE(-N) Control Water Valve Bin Control Switch Reservoir Control Box Evaporator Air-Cooled Condenser Flush Water Valve Gear Motor Fan Motor Compressor...
[b] FM-300AKE(-N), FM-480AKE(-N), FM-600AKE(-N) Bin Control Switch Control Water Valve Fan Motor Reservoir Control Box Evaporator Air-Cooled Condenser Flush Water Valve Gear Motor Compressor...
[c] FM-480AWKE(-N), FM-600AWKE(-N) Control Water Valve Bin Control Switch Reservoir Evaporator Water-Cooled Condenser Flush Water Valve Control Box Gear Motor Fan Motor Compressor * FM-600AWKE(-N) only...
[d] FM-750AKE(-N), FM-1000AKE(-N) Spout * Air-Cooled Condenser Control Water Valve Fan Motor Bin Control Switch Evaporator Gear Motor Control Box Reservoir Flush Water Valve Compressor Evaporator Gear Motor Bin Control Switch * * The bin control switch and spout shown here are for the auxiliary code A-2 and earlier.
[e] FM-1200ALKE(-N) Spout * Control Water Valve Reservoir Control Box Evaporator Pressure Regulator Evaporator Expansion Valve Solenoid Valve * The bin control switch and spout shown here are for the auxiliary code A-3 and earlier. For the auxiliary code A-4 and later, they are the same as those for FM-170/300/480/600.
[f] FM-1800ALKE(-N) Control Water Valve Spout * Control Box Reservoir Evaporator Expansion Valve Solenoid Valve Bin Control Switch * * The bin control switch and spout shown here are for the auxiliary code A-3 and earlier. For Evaporator the auxiliary code A-4 and later, they are the same as those for FM-170/300/480/600.
II. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT 1. This icemaker must be maintained individually, referring to the instruction manual and labels provided with the icemaker. 2. To achieve optimum icemaker performance, the following parts need periodic inspection and maintenance: Extruding head (upper bearing) Housing (lower bearing) Mechanical seal These parts should be inspected after two years from installation or 10,000 hours of...
Note: The water leakage will exceed the above amount with scale/dirt build up or damage on the mating surface. Replace the mechanical seal when the water leakage exceeds 0.5 mL/h. 3. GEAR MOTOR After the following hours of operation, check the gear motor for excessive noise caused by increased torque or deterioration of mechanical parts.
6. CONTROL WATER VALVE 1) Disconnect the power source. 2) Close the water supply tap. 3) Disconnect the inlet hose from the water valve. 4) Clean the filter packing using a brush. 5) Replace the filter packing and inlet hose in their correct positions. 6) Open the water supply tap.
7. CLEANING OF WATER SYSTEM WARNING 1. HOSHIZAKI recommends cleaning this unit at least twice a year. More frequent cleaning, however, may be required in some existing water conditions. 2. Do not touch the operation switch with damp hands. 3. Always wear rubber gloves, eye protectors, apron, etc. for safe handling of the cleaner and sanitiser.
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3) Remove all ice from the storage bin to avoid contamination by the cleaner. 4) Unplug the icemaker. Remove the top and front panels. 5) Remove the cover of the reservoir. Remove any loose debris or scale. 6) Carefully fill the reservoir with the solution to the overflow point. If necessary, use a small brush to clean the inside of the reservoir.
[b] CONTROL BOX LAYOUT FM-170AKE(-N) CONTROLLER BOARD-MAIN CONTROLLER BOARD-OPERATION POWER RELAY (CONTROL WATER VALVE, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (FLUSH WATER VALVE, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (GEAR MOTOR, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (COMPRESSOR, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (GM DRIVE) OPERATION SWITCH CIRCUIT PROTECTOR (10A) SURGE ABSORBER (LIGHTENING ARRESTER) FUSE 3.15A...
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FM-300AKE(-N), FM-480AKE(-N) CONTROLLER BOARD-MAIN CONTROLLER BOARD-OPERATION POWER RELAY (CONTROL WATER VALVE, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (FLUSH WATER VALVE, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (GEAR MOTOR, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (COMPRESSOR, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (GM DRIVE) OPERATION SWITCH CIRCUIT PROTECTOR (10A: 300AKE / 20A: 480AKE) CAPACITOR (GM1) FUSE 3.15A TRANSFORMER...
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FM-480AWKE(-N) CONTROLLER BOARD-MAIN CONTROLLER BOARD-OPERATION POWER RELAY (CONTROL WATER VALVE, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (FLUSH WATER VALVE, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (GEAR MOTOR, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (COMPRESSOR, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (GM DRIVE) OPERATION SWITCH CIRCUIT PROTECTOR (20A) CAPACITOR (GM1) FUSE 3.15A TRANSFORMER...
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FM-600AKE(-N), FM-600AWKE(-N) CONTROLLER BOARD-MAIN CONTROLLER BOARD-OPERATION POWER RELAY (CONTROL WATER VALVE, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (FLUSH WATER VALVE, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (GEAR MOTOR, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (COMPRESSOR, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (GM DRIVE) POWER RELAY (COMPRESSOR) STARTER (COMPRESSOR) START CAPACITOR (COMPRESSOR) RUN CAPACITOR (COMPRESSOR) OPERATION SWITCH...
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FM-750AKE(-N), FM-1000AKE(-N) [Auxiliary code B0 and earlier]...
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FM-1200ALKE(-N) [Auxiliary code B0 and earlier]...
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FM-1800ALKE(-N) [Auxiliary code B0 and earlier]...
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FM-750AKE(-N), FM-1200ALKE(-N) [Auxiliary code B1 and later] CONTROLLER BOARD-MAIN CONTROLLER BOARD-OPERATION POWER RELAY (CONTROL WATER VALVE, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (FLUSH WATER VALVE, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (GEAR MOTOR, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (COMPRESSOR, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (GM DRIVE) OPERATION SWITCH CIRCUIT PROTECTOR (20A: 750AKE/10A: 1200ALKE) CAPACITOR (GM1)
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FM-1000AKE(-N) [Auxiliary code B1 and later] CONTROLLER BOARD-MAIN CONTROLLER BOARD-OPERATION POWER RELAY (CONTROL WATER VALVE, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (FLUSH WATER VALVE, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (GEAR MOTOR, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (COMPRESSOR, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (GM DRIVE) POWER RELAY (COMPRESSOR) STARTER (COMPRESSOR) START CAPACITOR (COMPRESSOR) RUN CAPACITOR (COMPRESSOR)
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FM-1800ALKE(-N) [Auxiliary code B1 and later] CONTROLLER BOARD-MAIN CONTROLLER BOARD-OPERATION POWER RELAY (CONTROL WATER VALVE, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (FLUSH WATER VALVE, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (GEAR MOTOR, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (COMPRESSOR, ON BOARD) POWER RELAY (GM DRIVE) POWER RELAY (CONTROL WATER VALVE-2) POWER RELAY (FLUSH WATER VALVE) OPERATION SWITCH CIRCUIT PROTECTOR (10A)
3. ICEMAKING MECHANISM Flake Type Nugget Type Screw Bolt Spring Washer Cutter Auger Extruding Head Packing - Spout Flange Mechanical Seal Pan Head O-Ring Machine Screw Belt Heater (provided for Hex. Head some models) Bolt W/ Sealing Bolt Washer Cover - Gear Motor Housing Coupling...
[a] EVAPORATOR (CASING) The evaporator consists of a stainless steel icemaking cylinder coiled with a refrigeration pipe and wrapped together with a polyurethane foam insulation material. Water coming from the inlet into the evaporator will be frozen into ice. The ice spout is located on top of the evaporator.
[h] BELT HEATER (provided on some models) The belt heater is provided to reduce the load of ice passing the extruding head during a freeze cycle and to prevent vapor lock during a flush cycle. [i] REMOVABLE FLANGE The flange used to be welded on the evaporator to fix the spout. But sometimes the extruding head applies excessive load on the evaporator to compress ice, resulting in breaking the welded joints.
passages and infrared sensor lenses in the plastic part of the bin control switch are clean. If not, wipe them clean with a soft cloth. Soft PVC Soft PVC Chute Bin Control Switch Infrared Ray Passage Infrared Sensor Lens [l] SPOUT, SPOUT COVER [FM-750/1000 (Auxiliary code A-2 and earlier), FM-1200/1800 (Auxiliary code A-3 and earlier)] Spout Cover...
[m] BIN CONTROL SWITCH [FM-170/300/480/600, FM-750/1000 (Auxiliary code A-3 and later), FM-1200/1800 (Auxiliary code A-4 and later)] The bin control switch is composed of a proximity switch and actuator. When the chute fills up, ice will push up the actuator on top of the chute to switch off the proximity switch.
Normal Condition Band Microswitch Chute Spout Abnormal Condition (Band moves and presses microswitch) Band Microswitch Chute Spout [o] CRANKCASE HEATER Equipments employing a large amount of refrigerant are provided with the crankcase Heater to prevent refrigerant migration to the compressor during off-cycles resulting in oil shortage at startup.
4. ELECTRIC CIRCUIT CAUTION Reassemble all the components as they were after servicing the unit according to a service call. [a] BASIC OPERATION The icemaker starts water supply when the operation switch is moved to the “ON” position. On completion of water supply, the gear motor starts immediately. After 5 minutes the compressor starts to begin icemaking operation.
5. OPERATION BOARD [a] OPERATION BUTTONS ICE = When pressed in the STOP mode, the unit is supplied with water and starts icemaking operation. STOP = When pressed in the ICE mode, the unit stops icemaking operation and drains. MAINTENANCE A = Used for various maintenance operations. MAINTENANCE B = Used for model code setting.
2) 4) [c] DISPLAYING COMPRESSOR OPERATING HOURS, CYCLE TIME, MODEL NUMBER AND SOFTWARE VERSION Press and hold the maintenance A button, and press the ice button. The display shows the following items one by one every time the ice button is pressed. This function is available in the ice or stop mode.
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Note: 1. The display shows the next item if the ice button is pressed before one item appears in the display. 2. The display mode is cancelled if the maintenance A button is released. 3. The software version is displayed repeatedly while the maintenance A button is pressed. Release the maintenance A button to cancel the display mode.
For accurate measurement, use a container to receive ice actually produced for 10 minutes, measure its weight, and calculate ice production per day. Repeat this three times to figure out the average. c) Model Number The display shows two digits. e.g.
[e] RESETTING ERROR LOG With the operation switch in the “OFF” position, press and hold the stop and maintenance A buttons. Move the operation switch to the “ON” position. Release the buttons when the display shows the ice mode. Now the error log is reset. Do not reset more than necessary. [f] RESETTING COMPRESSOR OPERATING HOURS With the power switch turned off, press and hold the ice, stop and maintenance A buttons.
6. PROTECTORS [a] INDICATION When an error occurs, “E_” or ”c_” will appear in the display. Some of the “c_” errors are not displayed and must be checked by the error log. When an operational error occurs, “E_” will appear and blink in the display on the operation board, and the icemaker will stop.
7. ERROR CODES Interlock Errors Code Error Condition Operation Reset Check/Repair Water leak from water circuit (reservoir, inlet Power supply, Icemaking Water c0 error occurs 2 times in Whole unit hose, outlet hose, hose Turn OFF - Leak a row. stops.
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Code Error Condition Operation Reset Check/Repair Low Voltage Low voltage sensing Power supply, Sensing Whole unit Low voltage sensing transformer circuit is Turn OFF - Transformer stops. Transformer open. Turn ON Circuit Open Power supply, Controller Board Whole unit Controller board IC fails. Turn OFF - Replace controller board.
8. PERFORMANCE DATA [a] FM-170AKE 0.18 0.16 0.14 0.12 3.85 14.5 3.75 13.5 3.65 1200 1000 The horizontal axis shows the ambient temperature. It refers to the data of at/wt=10/10, 21/15, 32/21, 40/35.
[b] FM-170AKE-N 0.18 0.16 0.14 0.12 3.85 14.5 3.75 13.5 3.65 1200 1000 The horizontal axis shows the ambient temperature. It refers to the data of at/wt=10/10, 21/15, 32/21, 40/35.
[c] FM-300AKE 0.35 0.25 0.15 2200 2000 1800 1600 1400 1200 1000 The horizontal axis shows the ambient temperature. It refers to the data of at/wt=10/10, 21/15, 32/21, 40/35.
[d] FM-300AKE-N 0.35 0.25 0.15 2200 2000 1800 1600 1400 1200 1000 The horizontal axis shows the ambient temperature. It refers to the data of at/wt=10/10, 21/15, 32/21, 40/35.
[e] FM-480AKE 0.55 0.45 0.35 0.25 2000 1800 1600 1400 1200 1000 The horizontal axis shows the ambient temperature. It refers to the data of at/wt=10/10, 21/15, 32/21, 40/35.
[f] FM-480AKE-N 0.55 0.45 0.35 0.25 2000 1800 1600 1400 1200 1000 The horizontal axis shows the ambient temperature. It refers to the data of at/wt=10/10, 21/15, 32/21, 40/35.
[g] FM-480AWKE 0.45 0.35 1750 1725 1700 1675 1650 The horizontal axis shows the ambient temperature. It refers to the data of at/wt=10/10, 21/15, 32/21, 40/35.
[h] FM-480AWKE-N 0.45 0.35 1750 1725 1700 1675 1650 The horizontal axis shows the ambient temperature. It refers to the data of at/wt=10/10, 21/15, 32/21, 40/35.
[i] FM-600AKE 0.65 0.55 0.45 10.5 2000 1800 1600 1400 1200 1000 20 30 40 50 The horizontal axis shows the ambient temperature. It refers to the data of at/wt=10/10, 21/15, 32/21, 40/35.
[j] FM-600AKE-N 0.65 0.55 0.45 10.5 2000 1800 1600 1400 1200 1000 10 20 30 40 50 The horizontal axis shows the ambient temperature. It refers to the data of at/wt=10/10, 21/15, 32/21, 40/35.
[k] FM-600AWKE 0.55 0.45 42.5 41.5 40.5 1750 1700 1650 1600 The horizontal axis shows the ambient temperature. It refers to the data of at/wt=10/10, 21/15, 32/21, 40/35.
[l] FM-600AWKE-N 0.55 0.45 42.5 41.5 40.5 1750 1700 1650 1600 The horizontal axis shows the ambient temperature. It refers to the data of at/wt=10/10, 21/15, 32/21, 40/35.
[q] FM-1200ALKE 1400 1300 1200 1100 1000 [r] FM-1200ALKE-N 1400 1300 1200 1100 1000 The horizontal axis shows the ambient temperature. It refers to the data of at/wt=10/10, 21/15, 32/21, 40/35.
IV. SERVICE DIAGNOSIS Display error records by operating the operation board (see “III. 5. [d] DISPLAYING ERROR LOG”). Check for a possible cause and service the unit. 1. NO ICE PRODUCTION PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY [1] The icemaker a) Power supply 1.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY [3] (Continued) d) Pressure switch, 1. Dirty condenser fins. 1. Clean. condenser 2. Ambient temperature 2. Check for recommended thermistor too warm. temperature. 3. Fan not rotating. 3. Replace. 4. Condenser water 4. Check and get recommended pressure too low or off.
2. LOW ICE PRODUCTION PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY [1] Low ice a) Refrigerant line 1. Gas leaks. 1. See 1 - [5] - a). production 2. Refrigerant line 2. Replace the clogged clogged. component. 3. Overcharged. 3. Recharge. b) High-side 1.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY [2] Overflow from a) Water supply 1. Water pressure too 1. Install a pressure reducing reservoir (Water high. valve. does not stop.) b) Water valve 1. Diaphragm does not 1. Clean or replace. close. c) Float switch 1.
V. REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT 1. SERVICE FOR REFRIGERANT LINES [a] SERVICE INFORMATION 1) Allowable Compressor Opening Time and Prevention of Lubricant Mixture [R404A/R134A] The compressor must not be opened more than 15 minutes in replacement or service. Do not mix lubricants of different compressors even if both are charged with the same refrigerant, except when they use the same lubricant.
7) Evacuation, Vacuum Pump and Refrigerant Charge [R404A/R134A] Never allow the oil in the vacuum pump to flow backward. The vacuum level and vacuum pump may be the same as those for the current refrigerants. However, the rubber hose and gauge manifold to be used for evacuation and refrigerant charge should be exclusively for R404A/R134A.
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9) Disconnect the charging hose from the access valve. Always cap the access valve to prevent a refrigerant leak. 10) Always thoroughly leak test all joints and valve caps. 11) Avoid charging large quantities of liquid into the low side in case of damage to the compressor.
2. BRAZING DANGER 1. Refrigerant R404A/R134A itself is not flammable, explosive and poisonous. However, when exposed to an open flame, R404A/R134A creates phosgene gas, hazardous in large amounts. 2. Always recover the refrigerant and store it in a proper container, if required by an applicable law.
10) Place the compressor in position, and secure it using the bolts and washers. 11) Remove plugs from the discharge, suction and access pipes. 12) Braze the access, suction and discharge pipes (Do not change this order) with nitrogen gas flowing at the pressure of 0.2 - 0.3 bar. 13) Install the new drier (See "4.
5. EXPANSION VALVE IMPORTANT Sometimes moisture in the refrigerant circuit exceeds the drier capacity and freezes up at the expansion valve. Always install a new drier every time the sealed refrigeration system is opened. Do not replace the drier until after all other repair or replacement has been made.
6. WATER REGULATING VALVE - WATER-COOLED MODEL ONLY IMPORTANT Always install a new drier every time the sealed refrigeration system is opened. Do not replace the drier until after all other repair or replacement has been made. 1) Unplug the icemaker. 2) Close the water supply tap.
7. EVAPORATOR ASSEMBLY See the exploded view under “III. 3. ICEMAKING MECHANISM”. 1) Push the stop button to drain the water in the evaporator. 2) Disconnect the power source. 3) Remove the panels. 4) Remove the three thumbscrews, and take off the spout from the evaporator. 5) Remove the bin control switch.
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IMPORTANT Always install a new drier every time the sealed refrigeration system is opened. Do not replace the drier until after all other repair or replacement has been made. 13) Remove the bulb of the expansion valve. 14) Disconnect the brazing connections of the expansion valve and the copper tube - low side from the evaporator, using brazing equipment.
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WARNING Be careful not to scratch the surface of the O-ring, or it may cause water leaks. Handle the mechanical seal with care not to scratch nor to contaminate its contact surface. 25) When replacing the evaporator; (a) Braze the new evaporator with nitrogen gas flowing at the pressure of 0.2 - 0.3 bar. (b) Replace the drier.
8. CONTROL WATER VALVE 1) Disconnect the power source. 2) Close the water supply tap. 3) Remove the panels. 4) Disconnect the terminals from the control water valve. 5) Remove the cover - reservoir Inlet from the control water valve. 6) Loosen the fitting nut on the control water valve Inlets, and remove the control water valve.
10) Pour water into the reservoir, and check for water leaks on the flush water valve. 11) Open the water supply tap. 12) Connect the power source. 13) Check for water leaks. 14) Push the stop button, and make sure water is flushing. 15) Push the ice button.