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Hoshizaki Hoshizaki America, Inc. Self-Contained Cuber Models AM-50BAE AM-50BAE-DS AM-50BAE-AD AM-50BAE-ADDS INSTRUCTION MANUAL “A Superior Degree of Reliability” www.hoshizaki.com Issued: 3-10-2006 Revised: 7-27-2006...
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HOSHIZAKI provides this manual primarily to assist qualified service technicians in the installation, maintenance and service of the icemaker. Should the reader have any questions or concerns which have not been satisfactorily addressed, please call or write to the HOSHIZAKI Technical Support Department for assistance.
B. Location........................10 1. General........................10 2. Built-In Installation Site ..................11 C. Door ..........................12 1. Reversing the Door Hinges (AM-50BAE, AM-50BAE-AD) ........12 2. Overlay Panel Fabrication (AM-50BAE-DS, AM-50BAE-ADDS) ......14 D. Setup........................... 22 1. General........................22 2. Water Supply and Drain Connections..............23 3.
I. Specifications A. Construction Top Panel Ice Making Mechanism Bin Control Scoop Holder Thermostat Slope Magnet Catch Front Panel Door Control Switch Louver...
See the nameplate for electrical and refrigeration specifications. This nameplate is located on the left side panel. Note: Only the "MODEL NUMBER" is replaced for AM-50BAE-DS, AM-50BAE-AD and AM-50BAE-ADDS. We reserve the right to make changes in specifications and design without prior notice.
II. Installation Instructions A. Checks Before Installation Visually inspect the exterior of the shipping container and report any severe damage to the carrier. WARNING Remove shipping tape(s) and packing as follows. If any are left in the icemaker, it will not work properly. IMPORTANT 1.
Oven Icemaker the counter rest on the icemaker C. Door 1. Reversing the Door Hinges (AM-50BAE, AM-50BAE-AD) To reverse the door hinges, follow the steps below. Hinge (B) Hinge (A) Hinge Stop Pin 1) Remove the hinge stop pin from hinge (B), then remove the door from hinge (A).
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Hinge (A) Bracket Brace - Top 3) Remove hinge (A), bracket and brace - top. Fasten hinge (A) and bracket to the left side and the brace - top to the right side. Top Panel Notch Hinge (B) 4) Remove hinge (B) and reattach on the left side. Move the two screws from the left side and reattach on the right side.
7C32-0408 Canoe Clip 4A0629-02 Sheet Metal Bracket 4A3998-01 b) Overlay Panel Specifications See the diagram on the following pages that applies to your icemaker (AM-50BAE-DS or AM-50BAE-ADDS). Use the diagram and the directions that follow to prepare your overlay panel.
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flush to the overlay panel surface. Otherwise, the overlay panel cannot be properly fastened to the door. 5) Mount the door handle hardware. Hoshizaki recommends that the door handle hardware be mounted on the edge opposite of the door hinge side. Countersunk screw...
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Screws Securing Top Panel 7) To reverse the hinges, do the following: a) Remove the two screws securing the top panel and lift it off. Bracket Hinge (A) Brace - Top b) Remove hinge (A), bracket and brace - top. Fasten hinge (A) and bracket to the left side and the brace - top to the right side.
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Bushing Gasket Hinge 8) Remove the bushings from hinge (C1) and hinge (C2) (the hinges attached to the door). 9) Remove the gasket from the door. Mark the center point. Overlay Panel Screws Door Hinge 10) Temporarily fasten the overlay panel to the door using two of the M4×25 pan head screws provided.
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d) Attachment of Overlay Panel to Door Screws Sheet Metal Bracket Overlay Panel 1) Fasten the sheet metal bracket to the overlay panel using the two (2) M4×8 truss head screws provided. Snug the screws, but do not tighten. 2) Temporarily fasten the overlay panel to the door using two (2) of the M4×25 pan head screws provided.
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Hinge (B) Canoe Clips Hinge Stop Pin 9) Insert the two (2) canoe clips included in the accessory bag into the holes on top of the door. 10) Insert the door into hinge (A). Screw the hinge stop pin into hinge (B) until it is tight.
D. Setup 1. General 1) Make sure the unit is completely unpacked and that all shipping cartons, tapes and packing are removed BEFORE operating the unit. Be careful not to damage the exterior panels when handling the icemaker. 2) Position the icemaker in the selected site. Clean the interior with soap and water and rinse thoroughly.
2. Water Supply and Drain Connections WARNING To prevent damage to the freezer mechanism, do not operate this icemaker when the water supply is OFF, or if the pressure is below the recommended minimum water pressure of 10 PSIG (0.7 bar). Stop the icemaker until proper water pressure is resumed.
3. Electrical Connections WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED. This icemaker requires a ground that meets national and local electrical code requirements. To prevent possible severe electrical shock injury to individuals or extensive damage to equipment, install a proper ground wire to this icemaker. Remove the plug from the electrical outlet before any maintenance, repairs or cleaning is undertaken.
E. Startup Check that shipping tape(s), string and packing are removed before starting the icemaker. 1) Clean inside the storage bin and door. 2) Open the water supply line shut-off valve and plug in the icemaker. 3) Move the control switch to the "ICE" position. The freezing cycle will start automatically.
3. Always wear liquid-proof gloves to prevent the cleaning and sanitizing solutions from coming into contact with skin. 1. Cleaning Solution Dilute 5 fl. oz. (148 ml) of recommended cleaner Hoshizaki "Scale Away" or "LIME-A- WAY" (Economics Laboratory, Inc.) with 1 gallon (3.8 l) of warm water. IMPORTANT For safety and maximum effectiveness, use the solution immediately after dilution.
2. Cleaning Procedure The cleaning process will remove lime deposits from the water system. 1) Remove all ice from the evaporator and the storage bin. Note: To remove cubes on the evaporator, move the control switch to the "OFF" position and move it back to the "ICE"...
12) Move the control switch to the "WASH" position to circulate clean water for about 5 minutes. 13) Move the control switch to the "OFF" position, then remove the water tank, drain it, and replace it as described in 3) through 6). 14) Repeat 12) and 13) three more times to rinse thoroughly.
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7) Spread out the tabs on both sides to unlock Unlock Unlock the water tank, and pull it out toward you. Soak the water tank in the sanitizing solution for 10 minutes. Frame Pipe 8) Lift off the ice chute from the front frame pipe and then from the rear frame pipe.
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13) Position and lock the ice chute onto the front and rear frame pipes by pushing the chute down until it clicks onto both pipes. Bracket 14) Slide in the water tank along the rails at the Lock Lock bottom of the right and left brackets until it Rail Rail clicks into place.
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20) Mix a new batch of the sanitizing solution and slowly pour it into the water tank. 21) Move the control switch to the "WASH" position. 22) After circulating the sanitizing solution for about 15 minutes, move the control switch to the "OFF"...
B. Maintenance IMPORTANT This icemaker must be maintained individually, referring to the instruction manual and labels provided with the icemaker. 1) Exterior To keep the exterior clean, wipe occasionally with a clean and soft cloth. Use a damp cloth containing a neutral cleaner to wipe off all oil or dirt build-up. 2) Condenser Check the condenser once a year, and clean the coil if required by using a brush or vacuum cleaner.
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HOSHIZAKI AMERICA, INC. 618 Hwy. 74 S., Peachtree City, GA 30269 USA TEL (770) 487-2331 FAX (770) 487-3360 www.hoshizaki.com 91A1VG10B...
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