Observe any caution or warning notices. They are were designed by to be the finest on the market. Their important and provide notice of potential hazards. design is a result of Scotsman’s long experience in ice Keep this manual for future reference. maker-dispensers.
Scotsman. Scotsman reserves the right to make design changes and/or improvements at any time. Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. September 2020...
HID312, HID525 and HID540 Installation and User’s Manual Placement The location of the equipment should be selected Cafeteria applications. with care. Consideration should be given to allow The unit can be placed in a cafeteria line for ice and adequate space on the sides for air cooled models to water.
HID312, HID525 and HID540 Installation and User’s Manual Counter Installations Units placed on a counter must either use legs or be Panel Removal sealed to the counter top with food grade sealant per Remove one screw at bottom front of upper front local codes.
Machine Stands / Legs Scotsman manufactures two machines stands for the HID dispensers: a 16 inch wide model and a 21 inch wide model. The prior machine stands are not suitable for use with the HID models and their use is not recommended.
HID312, HID525 and HID540 Installation and User’s Manual Component Location Photo-Electric Eye Ice Ice Making Level Sensors System Water Reservoir Agitator, Dispense Bar, Dispense Compressor Rotor Control Box Electronic Condenser Controller Compressor Ice Dispense Sensor Drain Basin and Manifold Water Dispense Sensor Drip Tray March 2015...
To locate one, call the number on machine will act as an internal vent, no additional the back of this manual or go to Scotsman’s website vent should be required unless there is a very long www.scotsman-ice.com to identify a local distributor or horizontal run.
Make sure they know who to call for service. 14. Fill out the Customer Evaluation and Warranty Registration form, and mail it in to Scotsman or register the unit at Scotsman’s website (www.scotsman-ice.com). September 2020...
HID312, HID525 and HID540 Installation and User’s Manual Operation: Ice and Water Vending Other notes: During ice making soft ice is compressed thru a die and then broken off into irregular lengths. It will not be • An occasional drip may be seen from the ice clear and, because of melting, when dispensed it will dispense chute.
HID312, HID525 and HID540 Installation and User’s Manual Controller All models use the same control system. The electronic controller operates the compressor (with fan motor), auger drive motor, dispense drive motor and inlet water solenoid valve. It monitors: • Reservoir water availability •...
HID312, HID525 and HID540 Installation and User’s Manual Maintenance and Cleaning There are five areas of maintenance: 4. Remove screws holding lower front panel to unit. On Touch-Free dispensing models, unplug lower 1. Drip tray and drain system panel sensors at the harness connection. Set 2.
HID312, HID525 and HID540 Installation and User’s Manual Air filter Remove Top Panel The air filter on the left side of the cabinet will capture significant dust and lint during operation. As the dirt builds up it begins to restrict air flow and causes the refrigeration system to work longer to make ice.
5. Disconnect ice level control at harness. 11. Mix a solution of ice machine scale remover, such as Scotsman Clear 1 and potable water per the directions supplied with the scale remover. Moving parts hazard.
HID312, HID525 and HID540 Installation and User’s Manual Ice level controls Clean if the controller indicates bin full and there is no ice between the sensors. 6. Remove the chute 1. Remove upper front and top panels. mounting panel. 2. Shut machine off. 3.
Risk of personal injury. drained. Disconnect electrical 6. Mix a solution of 12 ounces of Scotsman Clear power before 1 ice machine scale remover and 12 ounces of proceeding. clean, potable water.
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HID312, HID525 and HID540 Installation and User’s Manual 14. Push the Clean button. The unit will operate the 30. Drain sanitizer from ice making system by pulling auger motor for 30 minutes and then stop. reservoir drain hose from plug and return hose to plug when drained.
HID312, HID525 and HID540 Installation and User’s Manual Other Maintenance The auger in the ice making system is centered by bearings at the top and bottom. It is also sealed from leaking by a water seal at the bottom. The bearings are permanently lubricated and need no maintenance.
HID312, HID525 and HID540 Installation and User’s Manual Basic Troubleshooting See the separate HID service manual for more advanced troubleshooting information. Symptom Possible Cause Probable Correction No ice is dispensed No ice in bin Unit in Off mode. Remove upper front panel and check controller code, push On/Off button to restart.
HID312, HID525 and HID540 Installation and User’s Manual Controller Diagnostics Code or Light Action Probable Cause Suggested Action Unit manually switched off If desired, switch unit on. Freeze mode None, unit is making ice. Bin sensors sense bin full Check if bin is full. Corrupted memory Replace controller Clean mode...
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