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(318) 255-1162 (800) 544-4071 (318) 255-1170 fax Model 217 Service Manual All technical data, pictures and drawings contained in this manual are not binding on the manufacturer nor can the manufacturer be held liable for any modifications to the machine in whole or in part.
Check the entire machine and its contents for possible shipping damage. Note damage, if any, and notify your carrier immediately. Frosty Factory of America cannot be held responsible for damaged merchandise caused by shipping. Inventory the accessories to be sure they include the items you specified on your order.
SECTION 2 LOCATION & INSTALLATION 2.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not attempt to operate your Frozen Drink Machine until the safety precautions and operating instructions in this manual are read completely and are thoroughly understood. 2.2 INSTALLATION Placing your Frozen Drink Machine in a highly visible area will enhance sales. CAUTION: Do not attempt to share the dedicated electrical outlet with any other appliance;...
OPERATION 3.1 MACHINE CONTROLS Two selector switches located on the front of the machine control operation of the Frozen Drink Machine. Selection of the right (snowflake) position, with both switches, will schedule the machine for normal operation. The compressor cycle is protected by a time delay circuit, which will engage the compressor approximately 1 to 2 minutes after normal operation is initiated.
3) Keep the machine clean - ALWAYS! 3.3 PRODUCT CONSISTENCY An exclusive, patented, torque consistency control (TCC) developed by Frosty Factory of America will allow for consistent texture and thickness adjustments of your frozen beverages. The adjustment screw (accessible through the left side panel) is pre-set at the factory.
NOTICE: Before start-up, be sure the machine has been sanitized in accordance with procedures set forth in the cleaning section of this manual. Pour the mix into the hopper and allow it to drain into the cylinder. Fill the Hopper to about 1 inch from the...
MAINTENANCE 4.1 CLEANING The following cleaning procedure should be used for initial start-up and on an as needed basis to comply with the minimum cleaning and sanitizing frequencies specified by the federal, state or local regulatory agency having jurisdiction. (1) Turn the machine to the “OFF” (hand) position, then remove hopper cover. (2) If applicable, drain mix into a sanitized container as per local health code procedures.
4.2 RE-ASSEMBLY F0298 (1) Hand wipe all surfaces to remove any remaining residue on the machine, then: using Petro-Gel (or other sanitary food grade lubricant), lightly lubricate the longer end of the beater shaft. Slide beater seal onto the shaft with the spring end toward the beater bar.
(6) Pour two gallons of solution into hopper. Clean the hopper and feed hole with a clean sanitized brush. (7) Place upper switch in “faucet” position. Let solution stir for 5 minutes. Turn upper switch “OFF” (hand position), Drain all solution. (DO NOT RINSE!) (8) Pour product into hopper.
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1. Machine does not run when turned on. Be sure that the cord is properly plugged into a wall outlet. Check and reset circuit breaker (in the building) if necessary. Be sure that no other appliances are sharing the circuit. If problem remains, call service repairman.
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Remove back panel and reset thermostat. (Turn all the way off then turn all the way on again.) If problem remains replace thermostat. 9. Beater bar does not turn. Mix is frozen solid. Low sugar content, product separation or cylinder not full. Drive coupling stripped.
4.6 REAR CYLINDER AND DRIVE ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST Models 217A. 4 5 6 7 blk to “sw 1” white to run cap. red to run cap w/neutral 11 12 13 DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER_____________________ 1. Seal, Ceramic Ring ½” F0665 2. Bearing Spacer Block C2316B 3.
4.7 TORQUE CONSISTENCY CONTROL MODEL 217A Wires to control circuit DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER ____________ 5/16” 1. Washer, Flat ¼”-20x3” 2. Tension Adj. Screw 3. Motor Adjustment Bracket F1225 4. Tension Spring F0432 ¼”-20 5. Lock Nut 6. Motor Spring Bracket F1239 7.
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4.8 FACEPLATE / FAUCET ASSEMBLY Align Faucet Assembly opening to Faucet Assembly C6513. bottom of faceplate then tighten nut Teflon Tape added before installation Installing O-rings onto plunger F 0491 Lubricating O-rings with Petro-Gel F0298 Installing Plunger Installing faceplate C6521 assembly C6513P into faucet body onto front of Machine.
4.8 FACEPLATE/FAUCET ASSEMBLY Face Plate/Faucet Assembly Part No. A. Face plate assembly with magnet C6521 B. Faucet assembly with nut C6513 C. Plunger Assembly (only) C6513P D. Faucet body (only) C6513B Plunger Assembly C6513P Knob O-Rings Face Plate F0264 F0491 C6521 O-Ring F0357...
4.9 FLOAT SWITCH ASSEMBLY 1. The float switch assembly consists of: Post switch, Float , Float clip, O-Ring and Nut. 2. There are two dots on one end of the float. When assembled the two dots must be on the top end of the float. 3.
4.10 USING THE CLEANING BRUSHES Drip Chamber Ceramic Seal Cylinder Warm Water Drip Tube Drip tube Brush F6526 Drain Spacer Block C2316B Push brush all the way in Insert long brush until it can be seen in the F6526 into drip tube middle of the ceramic ring...
4.11 BEATER BAR AND SPRING INSTALLATION Step 1: Attach scraper blade spring F6517as shown. Step 2: Insert rod end into beater bar frame. Step 3: Tap scraper blade rod until it is centered. Step 4: Apply and smear a small dab of Petro-Gel F0298 on the shaft end Step 5: Install spring...
4.12 BEATER BAR SEAL ASSEMBLY 1. Using Petro-Gel (or other sanitary food grade lubricant), lightly lubricate the longer end of the beater shaft. Slide beater seal onto the shaft with the spring end toward the beater bar. (Refer to diagram in this section of your manual or on top of the hopper cover for correct installation of spring seal).
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4.13 CERAMIC SEAL REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT Note: Use this procedure only when necessary to replace a damaged ceramic seal To remove old seal; 1. Press the “Push button” on the puller tool to release the ball bearings. Notice: Do 2. Insert “T” handle through ceramic seal at rear of not hold cylinder.
5.0 SPARE PARTS LIST 217A Revised 08/03/07 DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Compressor, ¾ H.P.115/60/1 F8053 Run Capacitor F0135 Start Capacitor F0213 Start Relay F0371 Compressor, ¾ H.P. 230/60/1 F8054 Run Capacitor F0370 Start Capacitor F0369 Start Relay F0372 Air Condenser F764 Bearing Spacer Block C2316B Beater Bar...
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DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Front Cross Brace F2002 Front Motor Bearing F0427 Heat Sequencer F0400 High Pressure Switch F0661 Hopper Cover F6007 Left Side Panel F2004 Mercury Switch F0752 Motor Adjustment Bracket F1225 Motor Spring Bracket F1239 O-Ring, Face Plate F0357 O-Ring, Faucet F0491 O-Ring, Fill Switch...
6.0 Box Layout & Wiring Model 217A Right Side Right Solenoid Terminal Left Side Left Solenoid Faceplate Coil Block Faceplate Coil Interlock Time Delay Interlock Time Delay Relay Relay Compressor Compressor Capacitors Compressor Time Delay Contactor Start Relay...
Locate the Model and Serial Numbers, of your machine, on the data plate on the back panel. Fill a cup with product from the serving faucet and use a thermometer to find the temperature. Have this information available before you contact the factory. Frosty Factory of America Inc. 2301 So. Farmerville St. Ruston, La. 71270...
(at its option) without cost to purchaser-user except transportation charge any part or parts of said unit proved to the satisfaction of Frosty Factory of America, Inc. to be defective when sold. The warrantor shall not be responsible for any...
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