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- Page 1 Instruction Manual Self-Contained Cuber Models AM-50BAK AM-50BAK-DS AM-50BAK-AD AM-50BAK-ADDS hoshizakiamerica.com Issued: 12-13-2024 Revised: 2-10-2025...
- Page 2 Should the reader have any questions or concerns which have not been satisfactorily addressed, please call, send an e-mail message, or write to the Hoshizaki Technical Support Department for assistance. Phone: 1-800-233-1940; (770) 487-2331 E-mail: tech-support@hoshizaki.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
1. General ........................15 2. Built-In Installation Site ..................17 B. Checks Before Installation ................... 18 C. Door ..........................19 1. AM-50BAK, AM-50BAK-AD ..................19 2. AM-50BAK-DS, AM-50BAK-ADDS ................ 21 D. Setup ........................... 28 E. Electrical Connection ....................29 F. Water Supply and Drain Connections ................30 G. -
Page 4: Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information Throughout this manual, notices appear to bring your attention to situations which could result in death, serious injury, damage to the appliance, or damage to property. R-290 Class A3 Flammable Refrigerant Used Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in DANGER death or serious injury. - Page 5 DANGER continued Risque D'Incendie ou D'Explosion • Do not place any potential ignition sources Fluide Frigorigène Inflammable Utilisé in or near the appliance. • Seuls des techniciens de service qualifiés • Keep clear of obstruction all ventilation doivent installer et entretenir l'appareil. openings in the appliance enclosure or in the structure for building-in.
- Page 6 DANGER continued • Vérifier que le câblage ne sera pas soumis • Les pièces doivent être remplacées à l'usure, à la corrosion, à une pression par des pièces similaires, de manière excessive, à des vibrations, à des arêtes à réduire au minimum le risque d'inflammation dû...
- Page 7 WARNING The appliance should be destined only to • THE APPLIANCE MUST BE the use for which it has been expressly GROUNDED. The appliance is equipped conceived. Any other use should be with a NEMA 5-15 three-prong grounding considered improper and therefore plug to reduce the risk of potential dangerous.
- Page 8 NOTICE WARNING continued • If using the optional drain pump • The appliance is not intended for use by (HS-5061), test its operation every time persons (including children) with reduced the appliance is cleaned and sanitized. physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, See "III.C.
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Page 9: Specifications
I. Specifications A. Construction Top Panel Ice Making Mechanism Bin Control Thermistor Scoop Holder Slope Front Panel Control Switch Door Power Cord Louver... -
Page 10: Electrical And Refrigerant Data
The nameplate provides electrical and refrigerant data and Year of Manufacture (YOM). The nameplate is located inside the ice storage bin. For certification marks, see the nameplate. We reserve the right to make changes in specifications and design without prior notice. Model Number AM-50BAK AM-50BAK-AD AM-50BAK-DS AM-50BAK-ADDS AC SUPPLY VOLTAGE... -
Page 11: Dimensions/Connections
C. Dimensions/Connections 1. AM-50BAK... -
Page 12: Am-50Bak-Ds
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Page 13: Am-50Bak-Ad
3. AM-50BAK-AD... -
Page 14: Am-50Bak-Adds
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Page 15: Installation Instructions
(operating or storage) Superficie Minimale du Local R-290 Refrigerant (service ou stockage) Model Charge g (oz.) m² (ft²); m² (pi²) AM-50BAK(-DS) 65 (2.3) 3.1 (33.5) AM-50BAK-AD(-ADDS) 57 (2.0) 2.7 (29.4) ≥ Area m ) (see "Minimum Room Floor Area" above) ≥... - Page 16 DANGER continued R-290 Refrigerant Charge: • If greater than 114 g (4 oz.), do not install in public corridor or lobby. • If greater than 152 g (5.3 oz.), do not install within 6 m (20 ft) of open flame. Charge de réfrigérant R-290: •...
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Page 17: Built-In Installation Site
• Do not install the appliance in a corner where the door will interfere with other equipment or where the appliance cannot be pulled out for service. Installation Space Model Height Width Depth AM-50BAK 34" (864 mm) minimum AM-50BAK-DS 15" (381 mm) minimum 24" (610 mm) minimum AM-50BAK-AD 32" (814 mm) minimum... -
Page 18: Checks Before Installation
B. Checks Before Installation • Visually inspect the exterior of the shipping container and immediately report any damage to the carrier. Upon opening the container, any concealed damage should also be immediately reported to the carrier. • Remove the shipping carton, tape, and packing material. If any are left in the appliance, it will not work properly. -
Page 19: Door
C. Door 1. AM-50BAK, AM-50BAK-AD a) Door Reversal If you would like to reverse the door swing, follow the steps below. Otherwise, skip to section "II.D. Setup." 1) While maintaining a hold on the door, remove the hinge stop pin from hinge (B). Pull out the bottom of the door slightly and gently remove the door from hinge (A). - Page 20 4) Remove hinge (B) from the right side of the unit and the 2 filler screws from the left side. Attach the 2 filler screws to the right side and attach hinge (B) to the left side. See Fig. 4. 5) Rotate the top panel 180°...
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Page 21: Am-50Bak-Ds, Am-50Bak-Adds
2. AM-50BAK-DS, AM-50BAK-ADDS a) Overlay Panel Fabrication and Attachment IMPORTANT The overlay panel must be crafted by a professional cabinet maker to ensure quality results. (1) Parts Ensure that all parts required for the overlay panel assembly are contained in the accessories bag. - Page 22 (2) Overlay Panel Specification Use the specification that applies to your appliance (AM-50BAK-DS or AM-50BAK-ADDS) and the directions that follow to prepare your overlay panel. (a) AM-50BAK-DS AM-50BAK-DS Overlay Panel Specification Overlay Panel Height 29 17/32" (750 mm) Overlay Panel Width 14 13/16"...
- Page 23 (b) AM-50BAK-ADDS AM-50BAK-ADDS Overlay Panel Specification Overlay Panel Height 27 9/16" (700 mm) Overlay Panel Width 14 13/16" (376 mm) Overlay Panel Thickness 5/8" (16 mm) minimum; 3/4" (19 mm) maximum Overlay Panel and Door Weight (total) 20 lb. (9 kg) maximum...
- Page 24 Otherwise, the overlay panel cannot be properly fastened to the door. 4) Mount the door handle hardware. Hoshizaki recommends that the door handle hardware be mounted on the edge opposite of the door hinge side (optional hinge reversal is covered in step 6).
- Page 25 6) If you would like to reverse the door swing, do the following: a) Contact your local distributor to purchase Hoshizaki Kit HS-0229. The kit contains "hinge (A)-left." b) Remove the 2 screws securing the top panel, then lift it off. See Fig. 11.
- Page 26 7) Remove the bushings from hinge (C1) and hinge (C2) (the hinges attached to the door). See Fig. 16. 8) Remove the gasket from the door. See Fig. 17. Bushing Gasket Hinge Fig. 17 Fig. 16 9) Temporarily fasten the overlay panel to the door using 2 of the M4×25 pan head screws provided.
- Page 27 (4) Attachment of Overlay Panel to Door 1) Fasten the sheet metal bracket to the overlay panel using the two M4×8 truss head screws provided. Snug the screws, but do not tighten. See Fig. 20. 2) Temporarily fasten the overlay panel to the door using 2 of the M4×25 pan head screws provided.
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Page 28: Setup
7) Tighten the four M4×25 pan head screws installed in step 5. See Fig. 26. 8) Replace the door gasket in its proper orientation. Reinsert the bushings into hinge (C1) and hinge (C2) (the hinges attached to the door). See Fig. 27. Bushing Tighten the screws. -
Page 29: Electrical Connection
E. Electrical Connection WARNING • Electrical connection must meet national, state, and local electrical code requirements. Failure to meet these code requirements could result in death, electric shock, serious injury, fire, or severe damage to equipment. • This appliance requires an independent power supply of proper capacity. See the nameplate for electrical specifications. -
Page 30: Water Supply And Drain Connections
• In areas where water damage is a concern, install in a contained area with a floor drain. • Water line installation to the appliance is not warranted by Hoshizaki. • Water-hammer issues must be resolved by a qualified plumber before installing the appliance. - Page 31 • Water supply pressure must be a minimum of 10 PSIG (68.9 kPa) and a maximum of 113 PSIG (779.1 kPa). If the pressure exceeds 113 PSIG (779.1 kPa), the use of a pressure reducing valve is required. • Drain outlet is 1/2" FPT. A minimum of 1/2" nominal ID hard pipe or equivalent is required for the drain line.
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Page 32: Final Checklist
G. Final Checklist 1. Pre-Startup 1) Is the appliance level? 2) Is the appliance in a site where the ambient temperature is within 45°F to 100°F (7°C to 38°C) and the water temperature within 45°F to 95°F (7°C to 35°C) all year around? 3) Have the shipping carton, tape, and packing material been removed from the appliance? Has the protective plastic film been removed from the panels? 4) Have all electrical and water connections been made? Do electrical and water... -
Page 33: Operating Instructions
III. Operating Instructions R-290 Class A3 Flammable Refrigerant Used DANGER Risk of Fire or Explosion Flammable Refrigerant Used • Be sure to follow all Important Safety Information located at the beginning of this manual. • Failure to install, operate, and maintain the appliance in accordance with this manual will adversely affect safety, performance, component life, and warranty coverage and may result is costly water damage. -
Page 34: Startup And Bin Control Check
B. Startup and Bin Control Check WARNING • All parts are factory-adjusted. Improper adjustments may adversely affect safety, performance, component life, and warranty coverage. • To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not touch the power switch, control switch, or plug (on corded models) with damp hands. - Page 35 10) Move the control switch to the "ICE" position to start the automatic icemaking process. 11) During the first 5 minutes of the freeze cycle (compressor energized), confirm bin control operation by holding ice in contact with the bin control thermistor. See Fig.
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Page 36: Optional Drain Pump Hs-5061
C. Optional Drain Pump HS-5061 If the optional drain pump (HS-5061) is installed, test its operation at least twice a year as outlined below. Note that the pump has power even when the control switch is in the "OFF" position. NOTICE If the optional drain pump is not operating properly, it will adversely affect performance, component life, and warranty coverage and may result in costly water... -
Page 37: Maintenance
IV. Maintenance This appliance must be maintained in accordance with the instruction manual and labels provided with the appliance. Consult with your local Hoshizaki Certified Service Representative about maintenance service. To obtain the name and phone number of your local Hoshizaki Certified Service Representative, visit www.hoshizakiamerica.com. -
Page 38: Cleaning And Sanitizing Instructions
• After cleaning and sanitizing, be careful not to leave any solution in the appliance. 1. Cleaning Solution Dilute 5 fl. oz. (148 ml or 10 tbs) of Hoshizaki "Scale Away" with 1 gallon (3.8 l) of warm water. This is a minimum amount. Make more solution if necessary. IMPORTANT! For safety and maximum effectiveness, use the solution immediately after dilution. - Page 39 5) Slowly pour the cleaning solution into the water tank. 6) Move the control switch to the "WASH" position. 7) Allow the cleaning solution to circulate for 30 minutes, then move the control switch to the "OFF" position. 8) Disconnect the suction tube. Allow the water tank to drain, then reconnect the suction tube.
- Page 40 4) Disconnect the suction tube. Allow the water tank to drain. 5) Spread out the tabs to unlock the water tank, then slide it out. See Fig. 39. 6) Lift the ice chute up from the left and right brackets. See Fig. 40. Left Bracket Right Bracket Ice Chute...
- Page 41 13) Position and lock the ice chute onto the left and right brackets by pushing the ice chute down until it clicks onto both brackets. See Fig. 46. 14) Slide in the water tank along the rails at the bottom of the left and right brackets until it locks into place.
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Page 42: Ice Storage Bin Drain
C. Ice Storage Bin Drain In some conditions, slime may build up inside the ice storage bin drain and prevent water from draining properly. To prevent this buildup, perform the following procedure once every 3 months or as often as necessary for conditions. NOTICE If the ice storage bin drain becomes clogged, water could build up in the bin and overflow, leading to costly water damage. -
Page 43: Condenser
D. Condenser Check the condenser once a year, and clean if required by following the steps below. More frequent cleaning may be required depending on location. WARNING • Move the control switch to the "OFF" position and unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet before cleaning the condenser. -
Page 44: Preparing The Appliance For Periods Of Non-Use
V. Preparing the Appliance for Periods of Non-Use WARNING Only qualified service technicians should service this appliance. NOTICE • During extended periods of non-use, extended absences, or in sub-freezing temperatures, follow the instructions below to reduce the risk of costly water damage. -
Page 45: Decommissioning And Disposal
VI. Decommissioning and Disposal R-290 Class A3 Flammable Refrigerant Used DANGER Risk of Fire or Explosion Flammable Refrigerant Used • Only qualified service technicians should install and service the appliance. • Follow handling instructions carefully in compliance with national regulations. •... - Page 46 618 Hwy. 74 South, Peachtree City, GA 30269 USA (P) 770.487.2331 (F) 770.487.3360 hoshizakiamerica.com 1A7164-011...
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