Initial Setup And Operation; Operator's Safety Precautions; Operating Controls And Indicators; Disassembly Of Freezer Parts - Stoelting Optima SO218 Owner's Manual

3.1 OPERATOR'S SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

SAFE OPERATION IS NO ACCIDENT; Observe these
rules:
A. Know the freezer. Read and understand the
Operating Instructions.
B. Notice all warning labels on the freezer.
C. Wear proper clothing. Avoid loose fitting garments,
and remove watches, rings or jewelry which could
cause a serious accident.
D. Maintain a clean work area. Avoid accidents by
cleaning up the area and keeping it clean.
E. Stay alert at all times. Know which switch, push
button or control you are about to use and what
effect it is going to have.
F. Disconnect electrical cord for maintenance.
Never attempt to repair or perform maintenance on
the freezer until the main electrical power has been
disconnected.
G. Do not operate under unsafe operating condi-
tions. Never operate the freezer if unusual or exces-
sive noise or vibration occurs.

3.2 OPERATING CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

Before operating the freezer, it is required that the
operator know the function of each operating control.
Refer to Figure 4 for the location of the operating
controls on the freezer.
A. Pump OFF/ON Switch (Model SO318 only)
The pump OFF/ON Switch is a two position switch.
In the OFF position the pump will not run. In the ON
position the pump will run until the proper liquid level
is reached, then stop. If the hopper does not fill
completely, place the switch in the OFF position,
then back to ON to continue filling.
WARNING
THE CLEAN/OFF/SERVE SWITCH MUST BE PLACED
IN THE OFF POSITION WHEN DISASSEMBLING FOR
CLEANING OR SERVICING. THE FREEZER MUST BE
DISCONNECTED FROM ELECTRICAL SUPPLY BE-
FORE REMOVING ANY ACCESS PANEL.
B. CLEAN/OFF/SERVE Switch
The CLEAN/OFF/SERVE switch is a three position
toggle and refrigeration switch used to control the
operation of the agitator. When the switch is placed
in the CLEAN position, the agitator will rotate.
When the switch is placed in the OFFposition,
nothing will operate. When the switch in placed in
the SERVE position, the agitator and refrigeration
system will run until proper consistency is reached
then stop.
SECTION 3

INITIAL SETUP AND OPERATION

C. Mix Low Light

3.3 DISASSEMBLY OF FREEZER PARTS

Inspection for worn or broken parts should be made at
every disassembly of the freezer for cleaning or other
purposes. All worn or broken parts should be replaced
to ensure safety to both the operator and the customer
and to maintain good freezer performance and a quality
product. Frequency of cleaning must comply with the
local health regulations.
To disassemble the freezer, refer to the following steps:
A. Disconnect hose from hopper cover (Model SO318
B. Remove hopper cover.
C. Remove retaining clip and adaptor (Model SO318
D. Remove the front door by turning off the knobs, and
5
The Mix Low light will illuminate when you are low on
mix.
CAUTION
DO NOT OPERATE FREEZER WHEN THE LOW
MIX LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED OR DAMAGE TO
THE FREEZER COULD RESULT.
Pump Off/On
Switch
Mix Low
Light
Figure 4. Controls
CAUTION
PLACE THE CLEAN/OFF/ON SWITCH IN THE
OFF POSITION BEFORE DISASSEMBLING FOR
CLEANING OR SERVICING.
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then pull the front door off the studs.
Clean Off/Serve
Switch