Technical Service and Parts Manual Model 506 Undercounter Icemaker © SUB-ZERO FREEZER COMPANY INC. 2006 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED JOB AID #3752200 (Revision B. - May, 2006) Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) General Information SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1-1 #3752200- Revision B - May, 2006 General Information Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) INTRODUCTION This Sub-Zero Technical Service and Parts Manual (Job Aid Part #3752200) for the Model 506 Undercounter Icemaker is a compilation of information provided by the Whirlpool Company and has been reprinted by Sub-Zero Freezer Company, Inc., with the permission of the Whirlpool Company. This manual will provide the most recent service information about the Model 506 Undercounter Icemaker. This information will enable the service technician to diagnose malfunctions, perform necessary repairs and return a Model 506 appliance to proper operational status. The service technician should read the complete instructions contained in this manual before initiating any repairs on a Model 506. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Below are Product Safety Labels used in this manual. The "Signal Words" used are WARNING or CAUTION. If you should have any questions regarding the 506 Series and/or this manual, please contact: When reviewing this manual, please note these different Product Safety Labels placed at the beginning of certain sections of this manual. You must follow the instructions given in the boxes of the Product Safety Labels in order to avoid personal injury and/or product damage. Sub-Zero Freezer Company, Inc. ATTN: Service Department P.O. Box 44988 Madison, WI 53744 - 4988 Customer Service & Parts / Warranty Claims Phone #: (800) 222 - 7820 The sample Product Safety Labels below illustrate the precautions that should be taken when the signal word is observed. Technical Assistance Phone #: (800) 919 - 8324 INDICATES THAT HAZARDOUS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES COULD RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. Customer Service & Technical Assistance Facsimile #: (608) 441 - 5887 Indicates that hazardous or unsafe practices could result in minor personal injury, and/or product damage, and/or property damage. Service Department E-Mail Address: [email protected] Parts / Warranty Claims Facsimile #: (608) 441 - 5886 Office Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Central Time Monday through Friday In addition, please pay attention to the signal word “NOTE”, which highlights information that is especially important for the topic being covered. This manual is designed to be used by Authorized Service Personnel only. Sub-Zero Freezer Co., Inc. assumes no responsibility for any repairs made on Sub-Zero refrigeration units by anyone other than Authorized Service Technicians. Information and images contained in this manual are the copyright property of Sub-Zero Freezer Company, Inc. Neither this manual nor any information or images contained herein may be copied or used in whole or in part without the express written consent of Sub-Zero Freezer Company, Inc. © Sub-Zero Freezer Company, Inc, all rights reserved. #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 1-2 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) General Information TABLE OF CONTENTS Page # Page # Section 1 - General Information .............................. 1-1 Section 4 - Component Access and Removal ........ 4-1 Introduction ...................................................................... Important Safety Information ............................................ Technical Assistance ........................................................ Table of Contents ............................................................ Warranty Information ........................................................ Component Access and Removal .................................... 4-2 Warnings .......................................................................... 4-2 Cautions .......................................................................... 4-2 Control Panel.................................................................... 4-3 Control Panel Component Testing .................................. 4-3 Service Control Switch .................................................... 4-3 Evaporator Thermostat .................................................... 4-4 Bin Thermostat ................................................................ 4-5 Thermostat........................................................................ 4-5 Door Light Switch ............................................................ 4-5 Bin Area Components ...................................................... 4-6 Bin Door............................................................................ 4-6 Friction /Door Catch ........................................................ 4-6 Cutter Grid ........................................................................ 4-6 Bin Light............................................................................ 4-7 Water Reservoir Pan ........................................................ 4-7 Water Pump...................................................................... 4-8 Evaporator ........................................................................ 4-9 Distributor ........................................................................ 4-10 Components in Unit Compartment .................................. 4-11 Accessing Unit Compartment .......................................... 4-11 Condenser Fan ................................................................ 4-12 Water Inlet Valve .............................................................. 4-12 Compressor and Starting Components ............................ 4-13 Starting Relay .................................................................. 4-13 Compressor Overload Protector ...................................... 4-13 Compressor ...................................................................... 4-13 Condenser ........................................................................ 4-14 Hot Gas Valve .................................................................. 4-14 1-2 1-2 1-2 1-3 1-5 Section 2 - Installation Information.......................... 2-1 Pre-Installation Considerations ........................................ 2-2 Location ............................................................................ 2-2 Electrical Connection........................................................ 2-2 Water Connection Requirements .................................... 2-3 Installation of Line Tapping Device / Shut-off Valve ........ 2-3 Drain Connection Requirements ...................................... 2-4 How it Works .................................................................... 2-4 Installing the Unit .............................................................. 2-6 Changing Front Panels .................................................... 2-7 Thermostat Calibrations .................................................. 2-8 Water Deflector Installation .............................................. 2-8 Starting Up the Unit .......................................................... 2-8 Normal Consumer Maintenance ...................................... 2-9 Preparing Cleaning Solution From Acid Crystals ............ 2-9 Using a Commercially Prepared Cleaning Solution ........ 2-10 Condenser Cleaning ........................................................ 2-11 Section 3 - Theory of Operation .............................. 3-1 Operating Systems .......................................................... 3-2 Refrigeration System ........................................................ 3-2 Refrigeration Flow - Ice Making Cycle ............................ 3-3 Refrigeration Flow - Harvest Cycle .................................. 3-4 Water System .................................................................. 3-5 Ice Making Cycle .............................................................. 3-5 Harvest Cycle .................................................................. 3-6 Clean Cycle ...................................................................... 3-6 Electrical System .............................................................. 3-7 Operational Cycles ...................................................... 3-8 Ice Making cycle .......................................................... 3-8 Harvest Cycle .............................................................. 3-9 OFF Cycle When Bin is Full of Ice and the Service Control Switch is in “ON” Position................................ 3-10 OFF Cycle When Service Control Switch is in “OFF” Position but Power is Still Supplied to Unit .................. 3-11 Clean Cycle.................................................................. 3-11 What’s in Water ................................................................ 3-13 Section 5 - Parts Lists & Exploded Views .............. 5-1 Cabinet, Liner & Door Parts List (Prior to Serial #1181341) ................................................ Evaporator, Cutter Grid & Water System Parts List (Prior to Serial #1181341) ................................................ Escutcheon & Control Components (Prior to Serial #1181341) ................................................ Water Pump Components (Prior to Serial #1181341)...... Unit Area Components (Prior to Serial #1181341) .......... Cabinet, Liner & Door Parts List (Starting with Serial #1181341) ........................................ Evaporator, Cutter Grid & Water System Parts List (Starting with Serial #1181341) ........................................ Escutcheon & Control Components (Starting with Serial #1181341) ........................................ Water Pump Components (Starting with Serial #1181341) ........................................ Unit Area Components (Starting with Serial #1181341) .. 1-3 5-2 5-4 5-6 5-7 5-8 5-2 5-4 5-6 5-7 5-8 #3752200- Revision B - May, 2006 General Information Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Page # Section 6 - Troubleshooting Guide .......................... 6-1 Troubleshooting Guide .................................................... How to Use the Troubleshooting Guide .......................... Troubleshooting Guide Layout.......................................... Troubleshooting Guide .................................................... System / Compressor Evaluation .................................... 6-2 6-2 6-2 6-3 6-5 Section 7 - Technical Data Tables ............................ 7-1 Technical Specifications (Prior to Serial #1181341) ........ Ice Production (Prior to Serial #1181341) ........................ Performance Data (Prior to Serial #1181341) .................. Technical Specifications (Starting with Serial #1181341) Ice Production (Starting with Serial #1181341) ................ Performance Data (Starting with Serial #1181341) .......... Product Specifications ...................................................... 7-2 7-2 7-2 7-3 7-3 7-3 7-4 Section 8 - Wiring Diagrams & Schematics ............ 8-1 Model 506 (Prior to Serial #1181341) .............................. 8-2 Model 506 (Starting with Serial #1181341) ...................... 8-3 Linear Strip Circuits .......................................................... 8-4 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 1-4 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) General Information WARRANTY INFORMATION ONE & FIVE YEAR Display / Model Home Warranty Summary (Display units sold three years after date of manufacture) This page contains a summary of the 2, 5 & 12 Year Warranty that is supplied with every Sub-Zero Appliance. • One Year TOTAL PRODUCT warranty, *parts and labor. • Five year LIMITED SEALED SYSTEM warranty, sealed system **parts only. TWO, FIVE & TWELVE YEAR Warranty Summary (Starting with Serial #900000) • Two year TOTAL PRODUCT warranty, *parts and labor. • Five Year SEALED SYSTEM warranty, **parts and labor. • Sixth through Twelfth year LIMITED SEALED SYSTEM warranty, sealed system **parts only. Warranty Details: • * Total Product Parts includes, but is not limited to the following: Control, Circulating Pump, Switches, Fan Motor & Blade, Drain Tube, Wiring, Water Valve, Hot Gas Valve, Door hinges, Compressor Electricals, etc. . . ONE, TWO, FIVE & TWELVE YEAR Warranty Summary (Between Serial #600000 and #900000) • ** Sealed System Parts include the following: • Two year TOTAL PRODUCT warranty, *parts and labor. • Five Year SEALED SYSTEM warranty, **parts and labor. • Sixth through Twelfth year LIMITED SEALED SYSTEM warranty, sealed system **parts only. Compressor, Condenser, Evaporator, Filter-Drier, Heatexchanger, All Tubing That Carries the Freon. NOTE: Condenser Fan Motor, Freon, Solder and compressor electricals are NOT considered sealed system parts. Warranty Notes: ONE & FIVE YEAR Non-Residential Warranty Summary (Example: Office, Yacht, etc.) • Sub-Zero Freezer Company, Inc. assumes no liability or responsibility for Sub-Zero products that have been altered in any way, including the use of parts and/or components not specifically approved by Sub-Zero. • One Year TOTAL PRODUCT warranty, *parts and labor. • Five year LIMITED SEALED SYSTEM warranty, sealed system **parts only. • All warranties begin at the time of the unit's initial installation. • All Warranty and Service information collected by SubZero is arranged and stored under the unit serial number and/or customer name. Sub-Zero requests that you have the model and serial number available whenever contacting the factory or parts distributor. • The serial number tag is located in two places, one on the left wall of the ice bin and one on the unit tray. 1-5 #3752200- Revision B - May, 2006 General Information #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) 1-6 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Installation & Maintenance SECTION 2 INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE 2-1 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Installation & Maintenance Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Pre-Installation Considerations ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD Location IMPROPER CONNECTION OF THE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTOR CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. The unit may be closed in on the top, rear and both sides, but the front must be unobstructed for air circulation and proper operation. Installation should be as such that the cabinet can be moved forward for servicing, if necessary. DO NOT USE A TWO PRONG ADAPTER. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD. The installation site should be well ventilated with the temperature above 55°F (13°C) and below 110°F (43°C). The best results are obtained between 70°F (21°C) and 90°F (32°C). DO NOT HAVE A FUSE IN THE NEUTRAL OR GROUNDING CIRCUIT. DO NOT CONNECT TO ELECTRICAL SUPPLY UNTIL APPLIANCE IS PERMANENTLY GROUNDED. The unit must be installed in an area protected from the elements, such as wind, rain, water spray or drip. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR DEATH. Provision for electricity, water and drain should be determined. Electrical Connection 3-Prong Grounding Type Wall Receptacle The unit will require an electrical branch circuit of: 115 Volts 60 Hertz 1 Phase 15 Amp delayed action fuse or circuit breaker. It is recommended that the ice maker is the only appliance plugged into the receptacle. Do not use an extension cord. Do not use a receptacle that is controlled by a wall switch. (See Figure 2-1) 3-Prong Grounding Plug Power Supply Cord ELECTRICAL GROUND IS REQUIRED ON THIS APPLIANCE. DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE, REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLY GROUND PLUG. #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Figure 2-1. Power Cord & Wall Outlet 2-2 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Installation of Line Tapping Device and/or Shut-off Valve Water Connection Requirements Materials needed for installation: 1/4-in. O.D. copper tubing 1/4-in. outlet, saddle-type shut-off valve (Part No. 4378392) 1/4-in. x 1/4-in. tube union (Part No. 4378972) 1. Select the point on an active cold water supply line convenient to the unit where connection is to be made. A point on a vertical section of 1/2-in. or 3/4in. line leading to the kitchen sink is ideal. If installed on a horizontal line, place valve on top or side of line; never on bottom. (This will keep water away from the drill during installation and helps normal sediment from collecting in the valve.) Turn off the water supply and clear line of pressure. These materials can be obtained locally or from your FSP Parts Distributor by ordering Ice Maker Installation Kit No. 978567, which includes 25 feet of copper tubing. Do not use plastic tubing because it becomes brittle with aging. 2. Provide a length of 1/4-in. O.D. copper tubing for connecting the ice maker to the water supply. To determine the length, measure distance from the unit to the connecting point on supply line, and add approximately three feet to allow for connection to the water valve in the unit. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square. Make sure the saddle valve complies with local plumbing codes. Do not use a self-piercing type or 3/16-inch saddle valve because they reduce water flow and clog more easily. For proper operation, the ice maker should be connected to an active water supply line delivering cold water at pressures between 20 and 120 pounds per square inch. (See Figure 2-2) 3. Drill a 1/8-in. hole in water supply line at point selected for making connection. Care must be taken to drill a clean hole perpendicular to wall of supply line. Be sure electric drill is grounded, or use a hand drill to avoid shock. Do not install copper tubing in an area where temperatures drop below freezing. To do so may result in water damage. Vertical Cold Water Pipe 4. Be sure the shut-off valve is in the OFF position. Turn clockwise until the stem is seated. 5. Assemble shut-off valve and pipe clamp and mount it on the supply line. The inlet tube of the shut-off valve must extend through the rubber washer and into the 1/8-in. hole drilled in the line. Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the clamp screws just enough for the rubber gasket to ensure a watertight seal. Clamping too tightly may crush the copper tubing. USE ONLY 1/4” COPPER TUBE TO SHUT-OFF VALVE 6. Slip the compression nut, and then the sleeve, on the end of the 1/4-in. tubing. Insert the end of the tube into the outlet end of the shut-off valve as far as it will go, then screw the compression nut onto the shut-off valve enough to get a watertight seal. Place the other end in a sink drain or bucket. Pipe Clamp Inlet End Packing Nut Rubber Gasket Shut-off Valve Outlet End Compression Sleeve Installation & Maintenance 7. Turn on the main water supply. Turn the handle on the shut-off valve counterclockwise to open the valve and flush the tubing until the water runs clear, then close the valve. Inlet Copper Tube NOTE: Make sure there is a vigorous flow of water (volume and pressure). 8. Bend the tubing to run it to the installation location. Position the tubing so it can enter the access hole located in the right rear of the ice maker cabinet. The tubing will extend beyond the cabinet front when the cabinet is pushed back into position. Compression Nut Figure 2-2. Water Connection Components 2-3 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Installation & Maintenance Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Drain Connection Requirements RIGHT END VIEW The ice maker has a gravity drain. The ideal installation has a standpipe (1-1/4-in. minimum) installed directly below the outlet of the drain tube. (See Figure 2-3 and Figure 2-4) 23-7/8” 3/4” The drain tube must run into an open drain standpipe. The drain tube cannot be “sealed” into the standpipe. Water Inlet Solenoid Valve 1/4” O.D. Water Line Compression Fitting at Water Valve Because the drainage water will probably be very cold, it may be desirable to insulate the drain standpipe thoroughly up to the drain inlet to minimize condensation on the drain standpipe. 3-3/4” 7-1/2” When a drain connection below the ice maker is not available, a pump may be used to lift the water to an available drain. Bend Field Supplied Water Line To Connect To Water Valve Fitting Figure 2-3. Water System Connections Condensate Pump Kit No. 759064 is no longer available as a service replacement. If a replacement is needed, purchase a reliable condensate pump locally and install Part No. 759014 shunt plug into the ice machine pump receptacle. The condensate pump can be installed on the floor directly behind the unit where it is installed. Install the pump with the discharge tube to the rear. Run a 5/8-in. I.D. plastic tube from the bin drain directly into the pump inlet. BACK VIEW 17-7/8” 34-13/32” 4” Long 5/8” I.D. Rubber Drain Tube - Run to Open Drain C/ L 1-1/4” Min. 7-1/2” 3” How It Works 9” 1-1/2” The pump recommended for use with an undercounter or freestanding ice maker is a pressure activated, high speed pump which will lift water (from melting ice and fill cycles) to a place where it can be disposed of. Figure 2-4. Drain Tube Location The drain pump has a pressure switch that cycles its pump. The pump installs in the compartment below the ice maker storage bin and operates on 120VAC 60Hz current. It receives the AC power from a receptacle that is shunted except when the pump is present. Remove the shunt, and plug pump into receptacle. Add 5/8” I.D. plastic hose from drain pump to drain bin outlet. To drain The pump connects directly to the drain stub of the storage bin. As the sealed chamber of the pump fills, the pressure from the water actuates the pressure switch, and causes the pump to run and pump water from the chamber. (See Figure 2-5) Power cord hole Water exits through the tube leading to the drain and is prevented from re-entering the chamber by a check valve in the output fitting on the pump. Water line hole Figure 2-5. Condensate Pump The impeller rotates at 3000RPM in a molded housing designed to prevent cavitation. The pump is a sealed unit that depends on the weight of the water accumulating in the drain from the storage bin to activate it. Make sure pump chamber and lid are sealed to prevent water leakage, and that all connections are water tight. #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Hole for Field Supplied Water Line 2-4 Installation & Maintenance Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) How It Works (Continued) Up & Out to Drain When the pump is in harvest cycle, the electric circuit bypasses the pump pressure switch, and the pump runs continuously. T At all other times, regardless of any other switch setting or condition, the pump is on line and will run when the pressure switch closes. 1P 1V If pump should fail to run when the pressure switch closes, it interrupts the circuit to the fill valve so that no additional water can enter. It also interrupts the circuit to the hot gas defrost solenoid. (See Figure 2-6 and Figure 2-7) Check Valve In Fitting Run the condensate pump power cord through the hole in the wall and into the unit compartment. Inside the unit compartment, remove the shunt from the receptacle and plug in the condensate pump. (See Figure 2-8) Insert Drain FM Cover Figure 2-6. Water System Connections Receptacle NOTE: Do not discard the shunt that is removed from the receptacle. This shunt must be replaced if the unit is to be operated later without a condensate pump. Tape shunt to wall of unit compartment to avoid loss. Run the discharge line from the pump directly to the available drain. The FSP condensate pump has a check valve located in the discharge outlet valve. Pressure Switch Drain Pump FSP Condensate Drain Pump Other non-FSP sump pumps may be used with the ice maker. These pumps are usually located near the available drain. Run a 5/8-in. I.D. plastic tube from the drain bin to the pump and a plastic hose from the discharge outlet of the pump into the available drain. If the pump does not have a check valve on the discharge outlet valve, one should be installed on the outlet tube. The sump pump will be plugged into an available power supply near the drain. A pressure switch inside the pump will operate the pump as needed, independently of the ice maker operation. The shunt remains in place in the receptacle of the unit when a non-FSP sump pump is used. Figure 2-7. Pump Electrical Schematic Shunt Drain Pump Power Supply Cord Figure 2-8. Shunt Location 2-5 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Installation & Maintenance Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Installing the Unit Screws 1. Lay carton on its rear face and break open the bottom flaps. 2. Set the carton upright with all four flaps outward. To avoid damage to the finished floor when the unit is installed, or if the unit needs to be removed for service purposes, the finished floor should be protected with appropriate material. Figure 2-9. Grille Removal 3. Lift carton up and off of unit. 4. Remove all of the packing tape and packaging material from the outside and inside of the cabinet. 5. Remove the lower panel and grille by removing the two securing screws at the bottom of the grille, and pulling the lower panel assembly down and outward. (See Figure 2-9) 6. Reach into the unit compartment and turn the fan by hand to make certain it moves freely. 7. Inside the bin, loosen the thumbscrews holding the cutter grid and the water reservoir pan until they are just thumb tight. (See Figure 2-10 and Figure 2-11) 8. Carefully move the ice maker into the installation location, pulling the water supply line through the hole in the rear. The water line will project through the front of the unit after the ice maker is pushed into position. 9. Check that the unit is level from side to side by placing a level across the top of the cabinet. 10. If necessary, the ice maker should be shimmed so that it is solid as well as level. Use a hard, permanent material, such as Masonite, for shims. 11. If the ice maker is installed under a counter top, a custom Trim Kit, Part No. 819421 for the sides and top is available from your FSP parts distributor. 12. After the ice maker is in place, bend the water supply tubing to meet the connection at the water inlet valve. It may be necessary to trim the excess length of tubing. Use the garden hose threaded compression fitting supplied with the ice maker to connect the water supply line to the unit. CLEAN OFF Screws Figure 2-10. Accessing Water Reservoir Thumb Screws Water Reservoir Figure 2-11. Water Reservoir After completing the water line connection, open the water supply line valve and check for water tight seals along the supply line. Make sure the tubing inside the unit compartment does not touch any other component in the compartment, to prevent rattle. #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 ON 2-6 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) 13. Local sanitation codes may require that the ice maker cabinet is sealed to the floor with an approved caulking compound. If the ice maker is installed in restaurant, local codes may require that the unit be installed up off the floor. The Part No. 876649 leg kit is no longer available. 14. If the front panels are not going to be changed, replace the lower panel and grille. Installation & Maintenance Screws Handle Screw Handle Insert Figure 2-12. Bin Door Handle Removal Changing Front Panels Front panels for the bin door and lower panel are available in different colors from your FSP parts distributor. Some models of the Undercounter Ice Maker may come with one or more additional colored panels inside the bin door assembly. Each panel has two colors, one on each side. Where required by local codes, stainless steel panels for installation of the unit in a restaurant, are also available. Bin Door Panel To change panels: 1. Open bin door. 2. Remove the two screws on top of the door, and loosen the upper side screw on one of the sides. (See Figure 2-12) 3. Spread the trim on one side, and remove the door handle and top trim piece. 4. Slide the metal panel out and replace with the new colored panel. (See Figure 2-13) 5. Reassemble the door. 6. Remove the screws on top of the lower panel assembly (after it has already been removed from the unit), spread the side trim, and slide out the metal panel. (See Figure 2-14) 7. Replace with the new colored panel and reassemble the lower panel assembly. Make sure the galvanized metal panel is in place on the rear of the lower panel assembly. 8. Replace the lower panel and grille assembly. Figure 2-13. Bin Door Panel Removal Screws Lower Panel Figure 2-14. Bin Door Panel Removal Decorative wood panels to match the existing kitchen cabinets can also be installed on the ice maker. The consumer should order the panels from their kitchen cabinet supplier. The panels should be beveled to no more than 1/4-in. (6 mm) thick around the edges that will fit under the trim. When installing custom-made panels, break off the ribs on the styrofoam insulation under each metal panel to allow for the thickness of the wood panel. (See Figure 2-15) Insulation Ribs Figure 2-15. Bin Door Panel Removal 2-7 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Installation & Maintenance Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Thermostat Calibrations If the ice maker is installed in a location over 2000 feet above sea level, the bin and evaporator thermostats must be adjusted to compensate for the altitude. On the control panel, under the escutcheon, on some models of ice makers, there will be access holes to the altitude adjustment control for each thermostat; and a label with adjustment instructions will be on the front of the control panel. On other units, it will be necessary to remove the thermostats to make the adjustments and to read the instructions stamped onto the thermostat housing. NOTE: Make altitude adjustments on the thermostats only to correct for the proper altitude of installation. Do not make altitude adjustments on the thermostats to correct other operational problems with the unit. Water Deflector Installation If the ice maker is installed aboard a ship, or a recreational vehicle where it will be operating while the RV is moving, it is necessary to purchase and install a Water Deflector Kit, Part No. 702354* from your FSP parts Distributor. Water Deflector *The # 702354 water deflector kit is no longer used in production and is not available as a service part. Water Reservoir The water deflector hangs in front of the evaporator and keeps water flowing over the evaporator from spilling into the storage bin area. Figure 2-16. Water Deflector Starting Up the Unit Before using the ice maker, the consumer should wash out the bin area with a baking soda solution (2 tablespoons of soda to a quart of warm water). Then rinse thoroughly. Make sure water supply and electric power is turned on. Turn the service control switch to the “ON” position. Allow the ice maker to run 3 hours before expecting ice, and 24 hours before trying to adjust thickness control. The ice maker has been factory set to produce ice approximately 1/2-in. thick while operating in a room ambient temperature of 70°F (21°C). Operation in different room ambient temperature may require adjusting the ice thickness control. The best and most efficient operation of the unit will be obtained when the ice is manufactured between 1/2-in. and 5/8-in. thick. #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 2-8 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Installation & Maintenance Normal Consumer Maintenance The minerals rejected from the circulating water during the ice-making cycle may eventually form a hard scaly deposit in the water system, inhibiting the release of the ice slab from the evaporator. CLEAN Disconnect Harness OFF ON It is necessary to periodically clean the units water system to remove the mineral scale build-up. The frequency of cleaning will depend on the hardness of the water. To clean the water system: 1. Set the service control switch to the “OFF” position. 2. Open the bin door and remove the thumbscrews that secure the ice cutter grid. Slide out the cutter grid, and disconnect the grid wiring harness. Cutter Grid Figure 2-17. Water Deflector If there is ice on the cutter grid, melt it off under running warm water in sink. DO NOT try to pick the ice off the grid wires. Attempting to pick the ice slab off the cutter grid may stretch and damage grid wires. 3. Remove all of the ice from the bin and from the evaporator freezing plate. 4. Remove the drain plug from the bottom of the water reservoir pan. When the pan is completely drained, replace drain plug. 5. Pour 1/2-gallon (approximately 2 liters) of hot tap water into the water reservoir pan. Turn the service control switch to the “CLEAN” position. Allow the hot water to circulate for 5 minutes. This will warm the system and make the cleaning solution more effective. 6. While the hot water is circulating, prepare the ice maker cleaning solution. Thumb Screws Water Reservoir Insert into Drain Drain Plug Figure 2-18. Water Deflector NOTE: Always wear gloves while handling ice maker cleaner. Preparing Cleaning Solution From Acid Crystals Citric acid crystals are available from most pharmacies and some plumbing supply houses. Mix 6 oz. (170 g) of powdered citric acid crystals into 1/2 gallon of hot water. NOTE: Always mix the crystals into the entire 1/2 gallon of water. WHEN USING POWDERED ACID CRYSTALS TO MAKE A CLEANING SOLUTION, USE ONLY CITRIC ACID. DO NOT USE POWDERED PHOSPHORIC ACID. 2-9 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Installation & Maintenance Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Using a Commercially Prepared Cleaning Solution Commercially prepared liquid ice machine cleaning solutions are available from refrigeration and plumbing supply houses. WHEN USING A COMMERCIALLY PREPARED LIQUID CLEANING SOLUTION, USE ONLY A CITRIC ACID BASED SOLUTION, OR A COMBINATION OF CITRIC ACID AND PHOSPHORIC ACID BASED SOLUTION. DO NOT USE MURATIC ACID OR ANY OTHER ACID NOT APPROVED FOR USE IN A FOOD MACHINE. Carefully follow the instructions on the bottle of ice maker cleaner to prepare 1/2 gal. (approx. 2 liters) of cleaning solution. Most ice machine cleaners are citric or phosphoric acid which can cause irritation even after dilution. In case of contact with eyes, flush eyes thoroughly with fresh water and contact a physician immediately. In case of contact with skin, rinse well with water. If swallowed, give large amounts of water and contact a physician immediately. Do not induce vomiting. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. 11. Clean the scale off the side flanges of the evaporator freezing plate with a plastic scrubber dipped into the prepared cleaning solution. Always scrub in the direction of water flow (from front to back on the side of the plate). 12. After draining out the cleaning solution from the water reservoir pan, add 1/2 gal. of fresh water and allow it to circulate for 5 minutes. Drain, and repeat the rinsing process at least one more time. 13. Wash out the bin and inside the bin door with a soft cloth and a warm water and baking soda solution. 14. Clean the exterior enamel surfaces and the gaskets around the door with warm water and a mild soap or detergent. Rinse and dry after washing. DO NOT use a harsh or abrasive cleaner on the exterior surfaces. Use a good household appliance wax will help protect the exterior finish of the ice maker. 15. Replace the cutter grid. Make certain the drain plug has been replaced in the bottom of the water reservoir pan. Turn the service control to the “ON” position and begin normal operation of the ice maker. 7. Turn the service control to the “OFF” position. Drain the hot tap water from the water reservoir pan. Replace drain plug when the pan is empty. 8. Turn the service control to the “CLEAN” position. Carefully pour the entire 1/2 gal. of cleaning solution into the water reservoir pan. If the cleaning solution starts to foam when it is poured into the pan, stop pouring until foaming stops, then resume pouring. 9. Allow the cleaning solution to circulate until the mineral build-up on the evaporator plate has dissolved. If at the end of 30 minutes the mineral build-up has still not dissolved, turn the service control to the “OFF” position, and carefully drain out the cleaning solution. Mix another 1/2 gal. of solution and add as before. 10. While the cleaning solution is circulating, clean the cutter grid by dipping it in a pan of prepared cleaning solution. After allowing the grid to soak for approximately 15 minutes, use a hard bristled brush to scrub the wire connectors and insulators around the edge of the grid. #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 2-10 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Installation & Maintenance Condenser Cleaning It is necessary to periodically clean the air-cooled condenser to ensure efficient operation of the ice maker. To clean the condenser: 1. Make sure the power is disrupted to the ice maker. 2. Remove the screws at the bottom of the grille and remove grille and lower panel assembly. 3. Using a soft brush or a round dust brush attachment to a vacuum cleaner, remove lint and dirt from the condenser fins. 4. Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dirt from the bottom of the unit compartment. 5. Replace the lower panel and grille assembly. Reconnect the power supply. Screws Figure 2-19. Grille and Lower Panel Removal TURN ICE MAKER OFF AND DISCONNECT FROM THE MAIN POWER SUPPLY. CONDENSER FAN ROTATION AND SHARP CONDENSER FINS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. DO NOT OPERATE ICE MAKER WITH LOWER ACCESS PANEL OR CONTROL PANEL REMOVED. DOING SO COULD RESULT IN DEATH, ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR PERSONAL INJURY. Figure 2-20. Condenser Cleaning 2-11 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Installation & Maintenance #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) 2-12 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Theory of Operation SECTION 3 THEORY OF OPERATION 3-1 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Theory of Operation Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) OPERATING SYSTEMS • Suction Line: The cool gas travels through the suction line which is also partially wrapped with the capillary tube. As this cool refrigerant gas travels through the suction line it too absorbs heat from the warm liquid refrigerant traveling through the capillary tube. This assures that it is a luke warm gas before it enters the compressor, where the process begins again. There are three operating systems in the icemaker: • Refrigeration System • Water System • Electrical System Refrigeration System NOTE: There is an additional component in the ice maker refrigeration system which is used during the harvest cycle, this component is called the hot gas valve. Its function is described below: The following components have been listed in the order of refrigerant flow, with an explanation of their function as part of the refrigeration system. (See Figure 3-1) • Compressor: The compressor creates a high side and low side pressure difference in the refrigeration system by compressing the refrigerant gas, thus raising the pressure and temperature. During the ice making cycle the compressor pushes this high-pressure/high-heat gas to the condenser. • Condenser: The high-pressure/high-heat gas travels through the condenser, where heat is dissipated by cooler air being drawn over the condenser tubing by the condenser fan. This changes the gas into a highpressure/warm liquid that then enters the filter-drier. • Filter-Drier: The high-pressure/warm liquid travels through the filter-drier, which removes moisture from the refrigerant before it enters the capillary tube. • Capillary Tube: The warm liquid refrigerant travels through a skinny capillary tube which is wrapped around the suction line and accumulator. As warm liquid refrigerant travels through the capillary tube, it gives up heat to the cool vapor refrigerant in the accumulator and to the cool refrigerant gas traveling through the suction line. As refrigerant in the capillary tube gives up heat, the pressure drops, so it is a lowpressure/cool liquid before it enters the evaporator. • Evaporator: A dramatic pressure drop occurs as the low-pressure/cool liquid refrigerant leaves the small diameter capillary tube and enters the larger diameter evaporator tubing, and the refrigerant begins to vaporize. This vapor travels through the evaporator absorbing heat from the water being sprayed on the evaporator. This cool vapor then enters the accumulator. • Accumulator: Another pressure drop occurs as the cool vaporized refrigerant leaves the evaporator tubing and enters the larger diameter accumulator tubing. Any liquid or vaporized refrigerant that may remain at this point is converted to gas. The capillary tube is wrapped around the accumulator to give up heat to the refrigerant in the accumulator before it enters the suction line. • Hot Gas Valve: During a harvest cycle, the hot gas valve interrupts the flow of high-pressure/ high-heat gas from the compressor, diverting it past the condenser, filter-drier and capillary tube, directly to the evaporator. This high-pressure/high-heat gas warms the evaporator so that the ice slab releases from the evaporator. Evaporator Capillary Tube Accumulator Condenser Accumulating Tube Hot Gas Valve Heat Exchanger Condenser Suction Tube Compressor Drier Figure 3-1. Refrigeration Overview #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 3-2 Theory of Operation Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Refrigeration Flow - Ice Making Cycle During the later stages of the ICE MAKING cycle, as the ice slab forms on the evaporator freezing plate, some of the refrigerant passing through the evaporator will not evaporate into a gas, but will remain a liquid. This liquid refrigerant will settle in the accumulator while the refrigerant gas will be sucked off through the suction tube at the top of the accumulator. This accumulated liquid refrigerant will be evaporated eventually by the warmed refrigerant gas passing through the accumulator during the HARVEST cycle and during the beginning of the next ICE MAKING cycle. In the refrigeration system, (See Figure 3-2) the hot gas refrigerant, under high pressure, is forced through the condenser where heat is removed. The refrigerant is condensed to a liquid, then flows through the drier and capillary tube into the evaporator. Under low pressure in the evaporator, the liquid refrigerant absorbs heat from the water flowing over the evaporator. The refrigerant evaporates into a gas and passes into the accumulator. As a low pressure gas, the refrigerant flows back through the heat exchanger and suction tube to the compressor. NOTE: It is very important the accumulator is not tilted out of a horizontal position. During ICE MAKING cycle, some of the hot gas that is in the condenser accumulating tube condenses to a liquid and remains in the accumulating tube. Evaporator Capillary Tube Accumulator Condenser Accumulating Tube Hot Gas Valve Heat Exchanger Liquid Refrigerant in Accumulating Tube Condenser Suction Tube High Pressure Refrigerant Gas Compressor Low Pressure Liquid Refrigerant Low Pressure Refrigerant Gas Drier High Pressure Liquid Refrigerant Figure 3-2. Refrigeration System (During Ice Making Cycle) 3-3 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Theory of Operation Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Refrigeration Flow - Harvest Cycle In the refrigeration system, (See Figure 3-3) the hot gas valve opens, allowing high pressure refrigerant gas to bypass the condenser and flow through the condenser accumulating tube. The hot gas pushes the liquid refrigerant that has accumulated in the accumulator tube up into the evaporator. The warmed liquid refrigerant helps to evenly heat the evaporator plate so the ice slab releases quickly and evenly. Capillary Tube Evaporator Accumulator Condenser Accumulating Tube Hot Gas Valve Heat Exchanger Path of Warm Liquid Refrigerant Pushed by High Pressure Refrigerant Gas Condenser Suction Tube High Pressure Refrigerant Gas Compressor Warm Liquid Refrigerant Low Pressure Refrigerant Gas Drier Figure 3-3. Refrigeration System (During Harvest Cycle) #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 3-4 Theory of Operation Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Water System Evaporator Freezing Plate The water system provides fresh water necessary for ice production, recycling this water as ice is produced. The water system also flushes away rejected minerals and contaminants, circulates cleaning solution during the CLEAN CYCLE, and provides a means of drainage. Distributor Cutting Grid The hardness of water supplied to the ice maker will not only affect the quality of the ice produced, but may also affect the operation of the water system. Water Pump Outlet Tube A water softener or polyphosphate feeder will not cure all problems associated with hard water, but they can be used to reduce scale build-up in the ice maker. Bin Water Pump Drain Standpipe NOTE: Some polyphosphate feeders will cause a slime build-up in the water system when the water supply has a low mineral content. Reservoir Pan Water Inlet Tube Ice Making Cycle In the water system, (See Figure 3-4) the water pump moves the water from the reservoir pan up to the distributor, where it flows out over the evaporator freezing plate. (See Figure 3-6) From Water Supply Water Inlet Valve Water that does not freeze on the evaporator freezing plate runs off the front edge and falls back into the reservoir, where it is recycled back to the distributor. (See Figure 3-5) To Bin Drain Figure 3-4. Water System As the ice slab forms, the minerals in the water are on the surface of the ice. The water flowing over the top of the ice slab washes these minerals back into the water reservoir pan. The water continues to recycle until the ice slab reaches the desired thickness. Figure 3-5. Water Flow on Evaporator Figure 3-6. Water Flow Diagram 3-5 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Theory of Operation Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Harvest Cycle The ice slab, when released, slides off of the evaporator plate onto the cutting grid, where it begins to be divided into individual cubes that fall into the bin. (See Figure 3-7 and Figure 3-8) In the water system, the water valve opens allowing water to flow into the water reservoir pan. As the reservoir fills, the mineral laden water from the previous ICE MAKING cycle is flushed out to the drain. (See Figure 3-9) Figure 3-7. Ice Slab Sliding off of Evaporator Figure 3-8. Cutting Into Cubes Clean Cycle In the water system, the water pump circulates the cleaning solution that has been added to the reservoir up to the distributor, across the evaporator, and back into the reservoir where it is recirculated while the service control switch is in the “CLEAN” position. (See Figure 3-10) Out to Drain Figure 3-9. Water Valve Open #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Figure 3-10. Clean Cycle Water Flow 3-6 Theory of Operation Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Electrical System The units electrical system provides power for the refrigeration and water systems to operate, and controls the operational cycling of the ice maker. 115 VOLTS 60 HERTZ L 2 OFF N 1 CLEAN WATER PUMP 6 ON 3 SERVICE SWITCH PLUG CONDENSER FAN Units using a non-FSP sump pump. RECEPTACLE The sump pump is powered directly from an independent electrical power supply and is not controlled by the ice maker. HOT N.C. GAS SOLENOID BIN THERMOSTAT 1 3 2 N.C. WATER VALVE SOLENOID SHUNT EVAPORATOR THERMOSTAT PRESSURE SWITCH 115 VOLTS S OVERLOAD CONDENSATE DRAIN PUMP COMPRESSOR 2 OFF TRANSFORMER 60 HERTZ L R START RELAY N 1 CLEAN WATER PUMP 6 115 V ON 3 8.5 V SERVICE SWITCH PLUG CONDENSER FAN UNIT SHOWN WITH GRAVITY DRAIN; SERVICE SWITCH IN “OFF” POSITION; BIN NOT FULL OF ICE. RECEPTACLE DOOR SWITCH HOT N.C. GAS SOLENOID BIN THERMOSTAT 1 CUTTER GRID Figure 3-11. Electrical System 2 3 N.C. WATER VALVE SOLENOID SHUNT EVAPORATOR THERMOSTAT R Unit with an FSP condensate pump installed. S OVERLOAD 115 VOLTS 60 HERTZ L 2 OFF CONDENSATE DRAIN PUMP COMPRESSOR TRANSFORMER N START RELAY 115 V 8.5 V 1 CLEAN UNIT SHOWN WITH GRAVITY DRAIN; SERVICE SWITCH IN “OFF” POSITION; BIN NOT FULL OF ICE. WATER PUMP 6 ON 3 PRESSURE SWITCH DOOR SWITCH SERVICE SWITCH PLUG CUTTER GRID CONDENSER FAN Figure 3-13. Non FSP Sump Pump Diagram RECEPTACLE HOT N.C. GAS SOLENOID BIN THERMOSTAT 1 2 3 N.C. WATER VALVE SOLENOID SHUNT EVAPORATOR THERMOSTAT PRESSURE SWITCH R S OVERLOAD CONDENSATE DRAIN PUMP COMPRESSOR TRANSFORMER START RELAY 115 V 8.5 V UNIT SHOWN WITH GRAVITY DRAIN; SERVICE SWITCH IN “OFF” POSITION; BIN NOT FULL OF ICE. DOOR SWITCH CUTTER GRID Figure 3-12. FSP Condensate Pump Diagram 3-7 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Theory of Operation Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Operational Cycles 115 VOLTS 60 HERTZ L There are three operational cycles of the ice maker: 1. ICE MAKING cycle 2. HARVEST cycle 3. CLEAN cycle 2 N 1 OFF F CLEAN WATER PUMP 6 ON 3 SERVICE SWITCH CONDENSER R FAN RECEPTACLE In addition, there are two operational OFF cycles of the ice maker: 1. OFF cycle when bin is full of ice and service control switch is turned to the “ON” position. 2. OFF cycle when the service control switch is turned to the “OFF” position while power is still supplied to the unit. HOT N.C. GAS SOLENOID BIN THERMOSTAT 1 3 2 N.C. WATER VALVE SOLENOID SHUNT EVAPORATOR THERMOSTAT R S OVERLOAD When the ice makers service control switch is in the “ON” position, and the bin is not full of ice, the evaporator thermostat determines whether the unit will be in the ICE MAKING cycle or the HARVEST cycle. COMPRESSOR TRANSFORMER START RELAY 115 V 8.5 V DOOR SWITCH The thickness control knob adjusts the evaporator thermostat to sense different temperatures on the evaporator freezing plate, which causes a different thickness of ice. UNIT SHOWN WITH GRAVITY DRAIN; SERVICE SWITCH IN “ON” POSITION; BIN NOT FULL OF ICE; NO DRAINAGE WATER AT PUMP. CUTTER GRID Figure 3-14. Ice Making Cycle 115 VOLTS 60 HERTZ L ICE MAKING Cycle 2 In the electronic system, power is supplied through the service control switch to the transformer, (which also supplies power to the cutter grid and bin light through the door switch), and through the bin thermostat to the compressor. (See Figure 3-14) N 1 OFF F CLEAN WATER PUMP 6 ON 3 SERVICE SWITCH PLUG CONDENSER R FAN RECEPTACLE HOT N.C. GAS SOLENOID BIN THERMOSTAT 1 Power is supplied through the evaporator thermostat to the condenser fan and the water pump. 2 If an FSP condensate pump is installed on the unit, power is supplied to the condensate pump through the receptacle. The condensate pump operates when needed through a pressure switch in the pump itself. (See Figure 3-15) 3 N.C. WATER VALVE SOLENOID SHUNT EVAPORATOR THERMOSTAT PRESSURE SWITCH R CONDENSATE DRAIN PUMP S OVERLOAD COMPRESSOR TRANSFORMER START RELAY 115 V 8.5 V DOOR SWITCH UNIT SHOWN WITH FSP CONDENSATE; PUMP; SERVICE SWITCH IN “ON” POSITION; BIN NOT FULL OF ICE; DRAINAGE WATER AT PUMP; IN ICE MAKING CYCLE. CUTTER GRID Figure 3-15. Ice Making with FSP Pump #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 3-8 Theory of Operation Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) HARVEST Cycle 115 VOLTS 60 HERTZ L When the set temperature of the evaporator thermostat is reached, the evaporator thermostat terminates power to the fan and water pump, and supplies power to the hot gas valve solenoid and the water fill valve solenoid. On units where the shunt is still in the receptacle, the power is supplied to the solenoids through the shunt. (See Figure 3-16) 2 N 1 F OFF CLEAN WATER PUMP 6 ON 3 SERVICE SWITCH PLUG CONDENSER R FAN RECEPTACLE HOT N.C. GAS SOLENOID BIN THERMOSTAT 1 3 2 N.C. WATER VALVE SOLENOID SHUNT EVAPORATOR THERMOSTAT PRESSURE SWITCH R CONDENSATE DRAIN PUMP S OVERLOAD COMPRESSOR TRANSFORMER START RELAY 115 V 8.5 V DOOR SWITCH UNIT SHOWN WITH GRAVITY DRAIN; SERVICE SWITCH IN “ON” POSITION; BIN NOT FULL OF ICE; IN HARVEST CYCLE. CUTTER GRID Figure 3-16. Harvest Cycle In units supplied with an FSP condensate pump installed, power is supplied to the condensate pump through the receptacle. The condensate pump runs continuously during the HARVEST cycle. (See Figure 3-17) 115 VOLTS 60 HERTZ L 2 N 1 OFF F CLEAN WATER PUMP 6 ON 3 Power is supplied to the solenoids through the condensate pump circuits. If the pressure switch in the condensate pump senses that the pump is not operating properly (pumping out the water), the switch opens, turning on the pump, and terminating power to the solenoids, thereby stopping the HARVEST cycle. SERVICE SWITCH PLUG R CONDENSER FAN RECEPTACLE HOT N.C. GAS SOLENOID BIN THERMOSTAT 1 2 3 N.C. WATER VALVE SOLENOID SHUNT EVAPORATOR THERMOSTAT When the evaporator temperature rises, because of the hot gas flow and because the ice slab has slid off, the evaporator thermostat switches the unit to the ICE MAKING cycle. This cycling, between the ICE MAKING cycle and the HARVEST cycle, continues until the ice bin is full. PRESSURE SWITCH R CONDENSATE DRAIN PUMP S OVERLOAD COMPRESSOR TRANSFORMER START RELAY 115 V 8.5 V DOOR SWITCH UNIT SHOWN WITH FSP CONDENSATE; PUMP; SERVICE SWITCH IN “ON” POSITION; BIN NOT FULL OF ICE; DRAINAGE WATER AT PUMP; IN HARVEST CYCLE. CUTTER GRID Figure 3-17. Harvest Cycle with FSP Pump 3-9 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Theory of Operation Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) OFF Cycle when the bin is full of ice and the service control switch is in the “ON” position 115 VOLTS 60 HERTZ L 2 In the electrical system, when the bin thermostat senses the bin is full of ice, power is cut off to all of the electrical system except for the transformer, cutter grid, bin light and door switch. (See Figure 3-18) N 1 F OFF CLEAN WATER PUMP 6 ON 3 SERVICE SWITCH R CONDENSER FAN RECEPTACLE HOT N.C. GAS SOLENOID BIN THERMOSTAT 1 3 2 N.C. WATER VALVE SOLENOID SHUNT EVAPORATOR THERMOSTAT R S OVERLOAD COMPRESSOR TRANSFORMER START RELAY 115 V 8.5 V UNIT SHOWN WITH GRAVITY DRAIN; SERVICE SWITCH IN “ON” POSITION; BIN FULL OF ICE. DOOR SWITCH CUTTER GRID Figure 3-18. Off Cycle, Switch ON If an FSP condensate pump is installed, power will also be supplied to the condensate pump through the receptacle. (See Figure 3-19) 115 VOLTS 60 HERTZ L 2 N 1 OFF F The pump will operate when needed through a pressure switch in the pump itself. CLEAN WATER PUMP 6 ON 3 SERVICE SWITCH PLUG The refrigeration system and the water system do not operate when the bin is full of ice. CONDENSER R FAN RECEPTACLE HOT N.C. GAS SOLENOID BIN THERMOSTAT 1 2 N.C. WATER VALVE SOLENOID 3 EVAPORATOR THERMOSTAT PRESSURE SWITCH R CONDENSATE DRAIN PUMP S OVERLOAD COMPRESSOR TRANSFORMER START RELAY 115 V 8.5 V DOOR SWITCH UNIT SHOWN WITH FSP CONDENSATE; PUMP; SERVICE SWITCH IN “ON” POSITION; BIN FULL OF ICE; DRAINAGE WATER AT PUMP. CUTTER GRID Figure 3-19. Off Cycle with FSP PUMP #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 3-10 Theory of Operation Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) OFF Cycle when the service control switch is in the “OFF” position but power is still supplied to unit. 115 VOLTS 60 HERTZ L 2 On units with an FSP condensate pump installed, power will continue to be supplied to the condensate pump through the receptacle. The pump will operate when needed through a pressure switch in the pump itself. (See Figure 3-20) N 1 OFF CLEAN WATER PUMP 6 ON 3 SERVICE SWITCH PLUG CONDENSER FAN RECEPTACLE HOT N.C. GAS SOLENOID BIN THERMOSTAT 1 N.C. WATER VALVE SOLENOID 3 2 EVAPORATOR THERMOSTAT PRESSURE SWITCH R CONDENSATE DRAIN PUMP S OVERLOAD COMPRESSOR TRANSFORMER START RELAY 115 V 8.5 V DOOR SWITCH UNIT SHOWN WITH FSP CONDENSATE; PUMP; SERVICE SWITCH IN “OFF” POSITION; BIN NOT FULL OF ICE; DRAINAGE WATER AT PUMP. CUTTER GRID Figure 3-20. Off Cycle, Switch OFF CLEAN Cycle 115 VOLTS 60 HERTZ L In the electrical system, power is supplied to the water pump through the service control switch. (See Figure 3-21) 2 N 1 OFF CLEAN WATER PUMP 6 ON 3 SERVICE SWITCH CONDENSER FAN RECEPTACLE HOT N.C. GAS SOLENOID BIN THERMOSTAT 1 2 3 N.C. WATER VALVE SOLENOID SHUNT EVAPORATOR THERMOSTAT R S OVERLOAD COMPRESSOR TRANSFORMER START RELAY 115 V 8.5 V UNIT SHOWN WITH GRAVITY DRAIN; SERVICE SWITCH IN “CLEAN” POSITION; IN CLEAN CYCLE. DOOR SWITCH CUTTER GRID Figure 3-21. Clean Cycle 3-11 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Theory of Operation Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) On units with an FSP condensate pump installed, power will be supplied to the condensate pump through the receptacle. The pump will operate when needed through a pressure switch in the pump itself. (See Figure 3-22) 115 VOLTS 60 HERTZ L 2 N 1 OFF CLEAN WATER PUMP 6 ON 3 SERVICE SWITCH PLUG The refrigeration system does not operate during the CLEAN cycle. R CONDENSER FAN RECEPTACLE HOT N.C. GAS SOLENOID BIN THERMOSTAT 1 2 3 N.C. WATER VALVE SOLENOID SHUNT EVAPORATOR THERMOSTAT PRESSURE SWITCH R CONDENSATE DRAIN PUMP S OVERLOAD COMPRESSOR TRANSFORMER START RELAY 115 V 8.5 V DOOR SWITCH UNIT SHOWN WITH FSP CONDENSATE; PUMP; SERVICE SWITCH IN “CLEAN” POSITION; DRAINAGE WATER AT PUMP; IN CLEAN CYCLE. CUTTER GRID Figure 3-22. Clean Cycle with FSP Pump #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 3-12 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Theory of Operation WHAT’S IN WATER INGREDIENT EFFECT CORRECTION A. IT AFFECTS ICE QUALITY Algae or Sulfides Objectionable Taste and Odor Carbon Filter Minerals: Sodium Potassium Magnesium Calcium Cloudy Ice Slow Cutting Refreezing 1. Check: a. Water flow restriction b. Correct siphoning 2. Polyphosphate feeder or water softener. 3. Change water source. B. IT AFFECTS ICE MAKER Iron Chlorine Manganese Staining (Aesthetic only) 1. Citric acid or liquid ice machine cleaner. (Citric acid works best.) 2. Water softener AND iron filter. Permanent Hardness Calcium or Magnesium Sulfates Chlorides Nitrates Scale 1. Abrasive cleaning. 2. Polyphosphate feeder or water softener reduces or eliminates abrasive cleaning. Temporary Hardness Calcium or Magnesium Carbonates Scale 1. Liquid ice machine cleaner. 2. Polyphosphate feeder or water softener reduces frequency of cleaning by 50%. RECOMMENDATIONS Water softeners and polyphosphate feeders are not cure-alls, but do reduce (and in some cases, prevent) scale buildup. They are particularly effective in controlling sulfate scale, which is rocklike and can be removed only by sanding, scraping or chiseling. CAUTION: Some polyphosphate feeders cause slime buildup, so their use in low mineral content water should be carefully considered. When the ice slab takes too long to divide into cubes because the water supply has a high mineral content, a special replacement transformer (Part No. 2165483) is available from your FSP parts distributor. This transformer has a selectable 11-volt tap that will increase the heat of the cutter grid wires, helping to divide the ice slab into cubes faster. Also, a service replacement flow washer (Part No. 588930) for the water inlet valve is available from your FSP parts distributor. This flow washer will increase the flow of water supply during the HARVEST cycle, helping to wash out the accumulated minerals in the water reservoir. 3-13 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Theory of Operation Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) WHAT’S IN WATER C. WATER TESTING Water testing is necessary to determine the amount of minerals in a water supply that affect ice and the ice maker. T.D.S. (Total Dissolved Solids) is the test for the total concentration of all minerals present in the water. Chlorides Alkalinity Total Hardness are tested to determine the degree of cloudy ice and scale buildup. Small concentrations of minerals do not affect the ice quality or cause excessive scale buildup. However, amounts which have an adverse effect are: TEST CONCENTRATION EFFECT ON ICE EFFECT ON ICEMAKER T.D.S. 50-1000 ppm or higher Cloudy, Slow Cutting, Refreezing Temporary and Permanent Scale Buildup Chlorides 200-300 ppm or higher Major Cause of Cloudy Ice, Slow Cutting, Refreezing Temporary and Permanent Scale Buildup Alkaloids 300-400 ppm or higher Cloudy, Slow Cutting, Refreezing Temporary and Permanent Scale Buildup Total Hardness 5-10 GPG* (100-170 ppm) Clear Ice Minimal Scale Buildup 10-15 GPG (170-255 ppm) Slightly Cloudy Moderate Scale Buildup 15-20 GPG (255-340 ppm) Noticeably Cloudy, Possible Slow Cutting and Refreezing Serious Scale Buildup 20 GPG and Up (340 ppm and Up) Severely Cloudy Slow Cutting, Refreezing Excessive Scale Buildup * Grains per Gallon NOTE: Water treatment companies usually have the equipment to test water. Most city water departments can supply information concerning the mineral content in water. #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 3-14 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Component Access & Removal SECTION 4 COMPONENT ACCESS AND REMOVAL 4-1 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Component Access & Removal Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) COMPONENT ACCESS AND REMOVAL This section explains how to access and remove components in a Model 506 undercounter ice maker. This section is arranged as follows: Exterior components; followed by the internal components; followed by compressor area components. An attempt has been made to arrange these procedures in such a way as to simulate which components would need to be removed first in order to gain access to other components. When following a component removal procedure, it may be necessary to reference another component removal procedure listed earlier in this section. NOTE: Before continuing, please take note of the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS below. TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK, POWER TO THE UNIT MUST BE DISCONNECTED WHENEVER ACCESSING AND/OR REMOVING COMPONENTS POWERED BY ELECTRICITY OR COMPONENTS NEAR OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS. • If removing or disconnecting door hinge assemblies, remember they are spring loaded and may recoil quickly when released. • If working in the compressor area, remember that compressor and tubing may be hot. • If working on or around the condenser, remember that condenser fins are sharp. #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 4-2 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Component Access & Removal Control Panel The service control switch, evaporator thermostat control, bin thermostat control, and the transformer are located behind the control panel. They are all secured to the control panel with screws that pass through the front of the control panel. To remove the control panel: CLEAN Eschcheon 1. Remove the control knobs from control panel. 2. At each end of the control panel, remove the screws located on the underside of panel. (See Figure 4-1) 3. Pull the escutcheon off of unit. 4. If present, remove the wire leads to the door switch. 5. Extract screws that secure control panel to the cabinet. 6. Carefully pull control panel down, and tilt outward. 7. Remove control panel components by first disconnecting wire leads from component terminals. (See Figure 4-2) 8. Extract screws that pass through the front face of the control panel and fasten into the component being removed. OFF ON Screw Locations Figure 4-1. Eschcheon Removal Service Control Switch Control Panel Component Testing Evaporator Thermostat Bin Thermostat Transformer Backside Of Control Panel Service Control Switch Figure 4-2. Control Panel Components NOTE: See WARNING at beginning of this section. Terminal 6 The service control switch is a manually operated three position rotary switch. To 1. 2. 3. Copper Plate test: Remove wire leads. Use an ohmmeter set on the R x 1 scale. With switch in the “ON” position, check across terminals. (See Figure 4-3) Terminal 1 Terminal 3 Terminal 2 Figure 4-3. Service Control Switch Test Locations 4. With switch in the “CLEAN” position, check across terminals. 4-3 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Component Access & Removal Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Evaporator Thermostat Terminal 1 Terminal 3 The evaporator thermostat is adjustable for altitude correction. In the warm position, the thermostat cuts in at 38°F ± 2° and cuts out at 10.5°F ± 4°. In the cold position, the thermostat cuts in at 38°F± 2°, and cuts out at -3°F± 2.5° To 1. 2. 3. test, method 1: Remove wire leads. Use an ohmmeter set on the R x 1 scale. Feel the evaporator freezing plate. Then check across the terminals. (See Figure 4-4) If evaporator is cold: Terminal 2 Figure 4-4. Evaporator Thermostat Test Locations If evaporator is warm: To test, method 2: 1. Remove wire lead from terminal 6 on the service control switch (disabling the water pump). (See Figure 4-5) 2. Reassemble the unit. 3. Reconnect the power supply to unit. 4. Turn the control service switch to the ”ON” position. 5. Feel the evaporator plate. It should first get cold, then warm. Terminal 6 Copper Plate With the load removed from the evaporator, the evaporator thermostat should cycle into the HARVEST cycle within a matter of minutes. Figure 4-5. Remove Wire From Terminal 6 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 4-4 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Bin Thermostat Component Access & Removal To Well in Liner The bin thermostat operates automatically and is adjustable for altitude correction. The bin thermostat cuts in at 41°F R1.5, and cuts out at 35°F R1.5. The control capillary bulb thermostat is located in a well on the left side of the bin liner. If the bin thermostat is replaced, it is necessary to carefully make a few bends in the capillary tubing before it is threaded into the well, to make certain that the capillary bulb touches the inside wall of the well. To 1. 2. 3. test: Remove the wire leads. Use an ohmmeter set on the R x 1 scale. Check between terminals. (See Figure 4-6) Terminals When the thermostat well is warm, the terminals should read on the ohmmeter as a closed circuit. Figure 4-6. Bin Thermostat Test Locations When the thermostat well is cold (hold ice against well), the terminals should read on the ohmmeter as an open circuit. Transformer The transformer has a 115 Volt, AC primary coil, with a secondary coil that produces 8.5 Volts at 2 Amps. A special replacement service transformer is available from your FSP parts distributor with a selectable 11-volt tap. This higher voltage will slightly increase the heat of the cutter grid wires. If the water supply to the icemaker has a high mineral content, the ice will have a higher melting temperature. The warmer grid wires will help divide the ice slab into cubes faster. To 1. 2. 3. Electrical Leads test: Remove the wire leads. (See Figure 4-7) Attach a 120-volt test cord to the primary coil. Use a voltmeter to test across the terminals of secondary coil. The meter should indicate 8.5 volts AC. Figure 4-7. Transformer Door Light Switch If present on the unit, the switch is located on the bottom left of the escutcheon. To 1. 2. 3. test: Remove the wire leads. Use an ohmmeter set on the R x 1 scale. Test across the terminals. The ohmmeter should indicate a closed circuit. Then depress switch and test. The ohmmeter should indicate an open circuit. 4-5 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Component Access & Removal Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Bin Area Components CLEAN Bin Door OFF ON To remove the bin door: 1. Open the door and snap out the ice retainer by flexing it and slipping it off the retaining studs. (See Figure 4-8) 2. Remove the screw closest to the door hinge on either the right side or left side of door. (See Figure 4-9) 3. Remove soft white plastic filler plug covering door hinge pin on side where the screw was removed. 4. Spread the trim piece free from the door. 5. Press down on inside of door liner next to hinge, while pulling the door up and off of the hinge pin. 6. Close the door to a 30 degree open position, and slide the door off of the hinge pin on the other side. Ice Retainer Figure 4-8. Ice Retainer Removal Screw Friction Door Catch The catch is located on the bottom of the escutcheon. It can often be adjusted by adding washers under the catch. If these does not correct the problem, the catch should be replaced. Cutter Grid Figure 4-9. Bin Door Removal NOTE: See WARNING at beginning of this section. The cutter grid is an arrangement of incoloy wires supported by a four sided frame in a manner to form squares. There are two cutter grids available. (See Figure 4-10) 1-1/4” x 1-1/4” Cutter Grid The cube cutter grid has wires that produce ice cubes that are 1-1/4 inches by 1-1/4 inches. The wires are arranged in a single circuit. The cubelet cutter grid has wires that produce ice cubelets that are 3/4 inch by 3/4 inch. The wires are arranged in two parralel circuits. 3/4” x 3/4” Cutter Grid Figure 4-10. Bin Door Removal #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 4-6 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Component Access & Removal Cutter Grid (Continued) To remove and check: CLEAN Electrical Harness Before removing the grid, while the unit is operating, feel the grid wires. They should feel warm to the touch. 1. Remove the thumb screws that are in front of the cutter grid assembly. (See Figure 4-11) 2. Carefully pull the cutter grid out. 3. Unplug cutter grid from the units wiring harness. 4. Visually check the wiring plug. It should be free of mineral build-up. The plastic plug should not show any sign of melting. (Excessive mineral build-up on the plug terminals can cause the plug to overheat.) 5. Visually check the grid wires. They should be taut and free of mineral build-up. They should not have black spots where the wires have sagged and touched each other. If wires are bad, the entire cutter grid should be replaced. 6. Visually check the terminals, insulators and frame. They should all be free of mineral build-up. The insulators should not show any signs of melting. If the terminals, insulators or frame are bad, the entire cutter grid should be replaced. OFF ON Thumb Screws Figure 4-11. Cutter Grid Removal Lamp Bracket Bin Light If present, the bin light will be located on the cutter grid assembly. To replace the light bulb it is necessary to remove the cutter grid assembly and the plastic light shield. (See Figure 4-12) Pull Shield to Release Tab Figure 4-12. Bin Light Removal Water Reservoir Pan The reservoir pan is a plastic tub with a drain hole and an overflow boss to which a drain tube is mounted. The pan is located under the evaporator toward the rear of the inside of bin. To remove (See Figure 4-13): 1. Though not necessary, it is recommended that the bin door be removed for easier access. 2. Remove thumbscrews at the top of reservoir pan. Thumbscrews Water Pan 3. Pull out the reservoir pan and check for mineral build-up, slime or mildew. A water inlet tube runs into the reservoir pan from the water inlet valve in the unit compartment. The tube must be secured in notch on the water pump bracket. Insert Into Drain A plastic drain tube runs from the overflow boss, or standpipe, on the reservoir pan down through bin drain. Drain Plug Figure 4-13. Bin Light Removal 4-7 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Component Access & Removal Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Water Pump The water pump is mounted on a bracket on the back of the bin and sits in the water pan. The water pump is supplied with an internal overload protector and rotates at 3350 RPM. (See Figure 4-14) Motor Fan To remove: 1. Though not necessary, it is recommended that the bin door be removed for easier access. 2. Remove the water reservoir pan. 3. Remove the screws that secure the pump to the mounting bracket on the back bin wall. 4. Snap out the water inlet tube from the notch on the water pump bracket. 5. Remove the water pump outlet tube. 6. Pull the pump forward, out of the socket on the rear bin wall. Mounting Bracket To test: 1. Attach a 120-volt test cord to the water pump plug (the top two pins). The pump should operate when power is supplied. 2. Visually check the water pump plug and the socket on the rear bin wall. They should both be free of mineral build-up and any signs of overheating. 3. Check the agitator arm on the bottom of the water pump. It is very important that this arm is not broken off while removing or replacing the pump. Grommets Pump Impeller Agitator The agitator arm breaks up bubbles in the water and prevents an airlock from forming in the impeller area of the pump. Figure 4-14. Water Pump If the agitator arm is broken off, water may be prevented from being pumped up to the distributor. An improperly operating agitator can also cause other ice making problems and low quality ice. If there are any problems with pump impeller or agitator, the entire water pump should be replaced. #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Motor 4-8 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Component Access & Removal Evaporator The evaporator freezing plate is located directly behind the cutter grid assembly. ALL AUTHORIZED SERVICERS MUST UTILIZE A CFC RECOVERY AND HANDLING PROGRAM THAT MEETS ALL THE REQUIREMENTS OF LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS. The evaporator thermostat capillary bulb is attached to the underneath side of the evaporator plate. At least 8 inches of the thermostat capillary bulb must be bent into an 'M* shape and attached tight against the bracket on the bottom side of the evaporator plate. The capillary tube of the refrigeration sealed system is soldered directly against the front edge of the evaporator plate. This prevents the ice slab from forming a lip over the edge. Evaporator At least one inch of the thermostat capillary bulb should be taped to the refrigeration system capillary tube at the front edge of the evaporator plate. This helps to shorten the HARVEST cycle. Thumbscrew The upper surface, and side flanges, of evaporator freezing plate must be free of mineral build-up, and be smooth and even. A nick or scratch could cause the ice slab to hang up during the HARVEST cycle. If evaporator plate is cleaned with a plastic scrubber, always scrub in the direction of water flow (front to back). If plate is scratched during cleaning, it will not hinder the ice slab from sliding off. The evaporator plate can be dropped for better access. Figure 4-15. Evaporator and Side Bracket Side Brackets To drop: 1. Though not necessary, it is recommended that the bin door be removed for easier access. 2. Remove the cutter grid assembly, water reservoir pan, and water pump. 3. Remove the thumb screws on the side brackets at the front of the evaporator plate. 4. Carefully pull the evaporator forward and down. Be careful not to bend or kink the attached tubing. The evaporator can be pulled forward to the front of the bin area where the unit compartment is pulled forward. Plastic side brackets are attached to the front of each side of the evaporator freezing plate with thumb screws. (See Figure 4-15) The brackets support the cutter grid, the water reservoir, and the evaporator. NOTE: If a component in the refrigeration sealed system must be replaced, it is necessary to use an approved method of accessing the sealed system. Refer to the Job Aids below to provide information to determine whether other system components in the sealed system needs replacing and to provide the approved method of accessing, servicing and recharging the sealed system. Refrigerant recovery is also covered. 4321717 Sweep Charge Procedure for the 90's. 4378421 Refrigerant Recovery Process. 4-9 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Component Access & Removal Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Distributor The water distributor is a 5/8” diameter molded plastic tube with small holes, and rubber caps in each end. It distributes water evenly over the entire evaporator plate surface. (See Figure 4-16) To remove: 1 . Though not necessary, it is recommended that the bin door be removed for easier access. 2. Remove the cutter grid assembly, water reservoir pan, and water pump. 3. Drop the evaporator. 4. Disconnect the water tube that came from the water pump. 5. Pull the distributor out. Rubber End Caps The rubber end raps can be removed and the distributor cleaned with a small brush and a mild detergent solution. Each of the small holes in the distributor must be unrestricted. Built-in Restrictor There is a built-in water restrictor at the inlet end of the distributor. The restrictor controls the amount of water running over the evaporator. The restrictor cannot be plugged. Figure 4-16. Water Distributor If a distributor is replaced, it is very important to use the proper size distributor. If the wrong size distributor is installed in an ice maker, water may flow over into the bin area. When replacing the distributor, note that the small stubs on the outside of the rubber end caps fit into notches on the rear of the side flanges of the evaporator plate. Also, there are small plastic nubs along the back side of the distributor. After the distributor is installed onto the rear of the evaporator plate, it should be turned downward until these nubs are tight against the back of the evaporator. #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 4-10 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Component Access & Removal Components in Unit Compartment Accessing the Unit Compartment The water inlet valve, the hot gas valve, the compressor (and starting relay and overload protectors), the condenser, the condenser accumulating tube, the condenser fan and drier are located in the unit compartment. To access the unit compartment: 1. Remove the two (2) screws at the bottom of grille. (See Figure 4-17) 2. Pull the lower panel and grille assembly down and outward, releasing it from the two clips at the top. Screws There is a baffle separating the unit compartment. During operation of the unit, the air is pulled in through the lower grille on the right side of the baffle, across the condenser, and is pushed out through the lower grille on the left side of the baffle. Figure 4-17. Grille Removal To remove baffle: 1. Remove the screws on the compressor side that secure the baffle in place and carefully remove. It is always important that the baffle is replaced properly. If baffle is not in place during operation, warm air could be continually recirculated through the unit area, resulting in inefficient operation and low quality ice. To pull out the unit compartment: 1. Remove the door, cutter grid assembly, the water reservoir pan, water pump, lower panel and grille assembly, and the baffle. 2. Drop the evaporator. 3. Remove the screws that secure the shell front, and pull out the shell front. 4. Remove wire leads from hot gas valve, water inlet valve and the compressor starting components. 5. Remove the inlet and outlet water tubes from the water inlet valve. 6. Loosen the bolts on the side rails at the bottom of the unit compartment. 7. Snap out the retaining spring clips along the left side of the front bin seal. 8. Carefully pull out the unit compartment several inches. Be careful to guide the sealed system tubing forward, through the left side of the bin, and through the slit in the upper left front corner of the bin. Also, carefully guide the evaporator forward. 9. Remove the wire leads from the compressor fan when they become accessible while the unit compartment is being pulled out. 10. Pull the unit compartment out as far as it will come. Figure 4-18. Unit Compartment 4-11 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Component Access & Removal Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Condenser Fan The condenser fan has a 3-watt motor that turns the fan blade at 1200 RPM. When facing the motor shaft, the fan blade will turn counterclockwise. To check or remove the condenser fan, the unit compartment will need to be pulled out of the unit. Condenser Fan To check: 1. After removing the wire leads, use an ohmmeter set on the R x 1 scale. 2. Check across terminals. The ohmmeter should read approximately 75 ohms. Screw The motor can also be checked by attaching a 120 volt test cord to the terminals. When power is supplied, the fan should operate. Figure 4-19. Condenser Fan To remove: 1. Remove screws that secure the fan bracket to the base of the unit compartment. (See Figure 4-19) 2. Pull out the fan and bracket. 3. Remove the screws that secure the fan to the fan bracket. Valve Body 80 Mesh Screen Water Inlet Valve The water inlet valve is located in the front of the unit compartment. The valve features a spring-loaded solenoid and has an 80-mesh screen in the water inlet. Figure 4-20. Water Inlet Valve To check: 1. After removing the wire leads, use an ohmmeter set on the R x 100 scale. 2. Test across the terminals. The ohmmeter should read approximately 250 ohms. Screw Coil Bracket Guide A flow washer in the water inlet valve controls water flow to approximately 1 quart of water per minute at a supply pressure of between 20 and 120 pounds psi. Armature Diaphragm Body To check for proper water flow: 1. Reconnect the water supply tube to the inlet side of the water valve. 2. Attach a tube to the outlet side of the water valve. Place the other end of tube in a quart jar held over a pan to catch any overflow. 3. Attach a 120 volt test cord to terminals. 4. Supply power to water valve for 1 minute. During this time, one quart of water should flow into jar. If not, check wire mesh and flow washer for obstruction, then disassemble water valve. (See Figure 421) Spring Flow Washer Retainer Screen Figure 4-21. Exploded View of Water Inlet Valve NOTE: When reassembling the flow washer, note that the side of the washer with lettering must face away from the body of the valve. #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 4-12 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Compressor and Starting Components Component Access & Removal Starting Relay Starting Relay The starting relay is a magnetic current type that plugs directly onto the compressor terminals. The unit compartment will need to be pulled out to access the compressor and the starting components. (See Figure 4-22) To test: 1. Remove the relay from the compressor. 2. Use an ohmmeter set on the R x 1 scale. With the relay held upright in the same position as it was mounted on the compressor, place the meter probes into the R and S terminal sockets. The ohmmeter should read an open circuit. 3. With the meter probes still in the R and S terminal sockets, invert the relay. The ohmmeter should read a closed circuit. Overload Protector Figure 4-22. Starting Relay Screw Compressor Overload Protector The compressor overload protector is mounted with the starting relay, and is sensitive to the current load and to the compressor temperature. To test: 1. With the relay removed from the compressor, use an ohmmeter set on the R x 1 scale. 2. Check across the overload terminals. The ohmmeter should show an open circuit. Overload Washer Relay Assembly Sleeve Washer Terminal Cover Compressor To test: 1. Remove the starting components. 2. Use an ohmmeter set on the R x 10K scale. Check from each terminal (C,S and R) to compressor housing. The meter probe on the compressor housing should be placed on the grounding blade, or in an area that is free of paint, such as a stub. 3. Next, set ohmmeter on the R x 1 scale. Test across terminals R and C. The ohmmeter should read approximately 2.5 ohms. 4. Test across terminals C and S. The ohmmeter should read approximately 2.5 ohms. 5. Attach a 120 volt test cord to the compressor as shown. (See Figure 4-24) If the compressor does not start, but an audible hum is heard, replace compressor. If compressor starts with test cord, but refuses to run when the icemaker is operating, check for loose wiring, a defective relay, or a defective bin thermostat. Figure 4-23. Compressor Components Circuit Breaker Fuse Compressor Terminals C R S Momentary Switch Figure 4-24. Compressor Test Cord Connection To remove (See Figure 4-23): 1. Before removing the compressor, capture the refrigerant from the sealed system. 2. Remove terminal cover from side of compressor. 3. Disconnect electrical leads from overload/ relay assembly. 4. With a a tube cutter, cut suction and discharge lines approximately one inch from compressor ports. 5. Extract screws from corners of compressor, remove compressor from unit. 4-13 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Component Access & Removal Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Condenser Condenser The condenser is attached to the base assembly with screws that pass through the condenser base then are secured to the unit area base. The condenser fan shroud is attached to the back of the condenser with screws passing through the shroud into the rear side flanges of the condenser. The inlet port of the condenser is attached to the compressor discharge line. The condenser outlet leads to the high-side filter-drier. To access the condenser, pull out the unit compartment to access the sealed system components. 1. Extract screws securing the front deflector to the side of the condenser. 2. Extract screws securing the fan shroud to the back of the condenser. 3. Before removing the condenser, capture the refrigerant from the sealed system. 4. Then, cut the compressor discharge line and drier inlet line approximately one inch from the condenser inlet and outlet ports. 5. Lift the condenser off of the base assembly. (See Figure 4-24) Fan Shroud Screws Figure 4-24. Condenser Components Screw Coil Harness Clamp NOTE: It is not recommended to sweat tubing apart. Doing so will induce moisture into the sealed system. Solenoid Coil Electrical Leads Hot Gas Valve Valve Body The hot gas valve must be installed vertically as the valve uses a free plunger that seats by gravity. This plunger must seat properly for efficient operation of the ice maker. (See Figure 4-25) Filter-Drier If there is a small leak in the valve, the outlet tube from the valve will feel cold, and may frost up, during the ICE MAKING cycle. This is caused by the small leak acting as an orifice for the refrigerant gas. If there is a medium size leak in the valve, the outlet tube from the valve will feel warm during the ICE MAKING cycle. If the outlet tube from the valve is hot during the ICE MAKING cycle, the hot gas valve is stuck open. To check: 1. With wire leads removed, use an ohmmeter set on the R x 100 scale. 2. Check across terminals. the ohmmeter should read approximately 250 ohms. 3. Attach a 120-volt test cord to the terminals. When power is supplied to the valve an audible click should be heard. #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Figure 4-25. Hot Gas Valve Components To remove: 1. Before removing the hot gas valve, capture refrigerant from the sealed system. 2. Disconnect coil harness from solenoid. 3. Extract screw from top of solenoid. 4. With a file, score a line around capillary tubes 1” or less from valve inlet and outlet tubes, then fatigue capillary tubes at these lines until they separate. NOTE: Whenever servicing the sealed system, the filter-drier must be replaced. NOTE: After capillary tube separates, check tubing for internal burrs. If burrs exist, repeat step 1 above. 4-14 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Parts Lists & Exploded Views SECTION 5 PARTS LISTS & EXPLODED VIEWS 5-1 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Parts Lists & Exploded Views Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) 506 CABINET, LINER & DOOR PARTS LIST (Prior to Serial #1181341) Ref # 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 40. 41. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Part # 758848 758652 756330 819361 758652 593104 758748 758748 593184 593185 681459 488437 756350 758169 596023 758921 965173 596807 965173 681542 758492 758220 561814 596605 756662 758888 598894 585158 241428 681613 758713 758716 680930 596715 755677 758754 681196 758718 681534 758769 758770 758771 758889 488661 758901 Description Shell Front, Shell Door, Inner Bin Liner, Door Plug, Hinge Strip, Tapping Trim, Door - RS Trim, Door - LS Rail, RS Rail, LS Screw, 8-32 x 1/2 Screw, Harness - Ground Liner Gasket, Bottom Clamp Gasket Screw, 8-32 x 3/8 Grommet Screw Nut, 1/4 Hex Washer, Slotted Stud Well, Bin Thermostat Clip, Panel Pull, Door Panel, Exterior Connector, Hose Scoop Screw, #10-32 x 3/,3 Plastic, Washer Trim, Front Panel Trim, Front Panel Thumbscrew, #10-1/2 Well Nut Trim, Door (lower) Insulation, Door Screw Support, Front Panel Thumbscrew Grille, Front Panel Filler Panel Panel Inner Panel, Exterior Screw Insert, Handle 5-2 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Parts Lists & Exploded Views MODEL 506 CABINET, DOOR & LINER (Prior to Serial #1181341) 5-3 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Parts Lists & Exploded Views Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) MODEL 506 EVAPORATOR, CUTTER GRID & WATER SYSTEM PARTS LIST (Prior to Serial #1181341) Ref # Part # 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 7. 10. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 33. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 757433 585856 758597 585813 758028 681245 756564 758737 585853 681365 593369 596037 681688 598277 587639 564064 487836 841707 978047 1112556 N/A 278744 278745 681611 759021 533238 588048 588109 593171 681534 756659 681534 759043 4200970 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Description Water Valve, Complete Tube, Plastic Plug Dispenser, Water Evaporator Washer Mounting Bracket, Grid Spacer Shelf, Water Pan Nut, Cap Hose, Over flow Screw, 10-32 x 1/2" Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 Insulator Plug, Grid Clamp Nut, Hex Insert Nut & Sleeve Assy Tube, Plastic Frame, Grid (not a serviceable part) Pin Pin Thumbscrew Clip, Tension Adapter Wire, Grid Cutter Wire, Grid Cutter Panel, Grid Thumbscrew, 10-42 x 5/8" Pan Thumbscrew, 10 x 1/2" Stopper, Water Pan Complete Grid Assy. 5-4 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Parts Lists & Exploded Views MODEL 506 EVAPORATOR, CUTTER GRID & WATER SYSTEM PARTS LIST (Prior to Serial #1181341) 5-5 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Parts Lists & Exploded Views Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) MODEL 506 ESCUTCHEON & CONTROL COMPONENTS WITH PARTS LIST (Prior to Serial #1181341) Ref # Part # 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 758903 758414 756664 593139 756341 965173 486579 488437 759000 681245 598235 4318268 Description Decal, Escutcheon Transformer Escutcheon, Panel Switch, Service Bracket, Control Screw, 8-15 x 3/8” Screw, 8-42 x 1/4” Screw Escutcheon Washer Thermostat, Evaporator Thermostat, Bin Control #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 5-6 Ref # Part # 13. 14. 15. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 758489 758488 758490 758567 756880 759123 487246 1118894 593736 676304 Description Lamp Shield Light Harness Lamp Bracket Grid Harness Knob Latch Screw, 8-42 x 1/2” Switch Escutcheon Cup Bulb Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Parts Lists & Exploded Views MODEL 506 WATER PUMP COMPONENTS WITH PARTS LIST (Prior to Serial #1181341) Ref # 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Part # 569434 756124 681391 583155 587096 588572 593060 756122 596016 593229 681390 756782 569607 569513 681301 Description Pump Lead / Plug Plug Cover Screw Motor Housing Fan Blade Pump Motor Washer Pump Bracket Grommet Sleeve Screw, 8-42 x 3/8” Complete Water Pump Pump Housing Impeller Retainer Ring 5-7 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Parts Lists & Exploded Views Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) MODEL 506 UNIT AREA COMPONENTS PARTS LIST (Prior to Serial #1181341) Ref # Part # 1. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 757955 978655 978483 755339 680198 4387474 680233 486645 482739 553583 938384 564234 588205 598086 819100 3110140 549086 3110170 549336 549342 3014230 756299 241428 587971 758811 488661 2180938 583663 681650 488868 1108115 819100 756298 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Description Shroud Blade, Fan Motor, Fan Bracket Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2 (5) Compressor Screw Washer Sleeve Grommet Clamp Clamp, Coil Retainer Coil, Solenoid Valve Body Overload / Relay Overload (For Service Comp AE3414A) Spring Relay (For Service Comp AE3414A) Case Strap, Bale Filter-Drier, High Side Condenser Screw Harness, Coil Front Deflector Screw Unit Base Plug, Fan Motor Conical Washer Screw, 8-46 x 1/2 Cover, Terminal Overload / Relay Accumulator 5-8 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Parts Lists & Exploded Views MODEL 506 UNIT AREA COMPONENTS WITH PARTS LIST (Prior to Serial #1181341) 7 ↑ Original Compressor Components Possible Service Compressor Components → 5-9 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Parts Lists & Exploded Views Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) 506 CABINET, LINER & DOOR PARTS LIST (Starting with Serial #1181341) Ref # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Part # 9 10 11 12 2175636 2175619 756330 758655 593192 593104 755675 755676 593184 593185 681459 758492 759213 756350 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 29 30 32 34 35 36 37 38 39 42 44 47 48 49 51 52 53 2172898 596023 758921 487909 596807 756891 681542 758220 593183 596812 758902 758888 758889 593577 585158 680811 2174781 680930 596715 758713 758754 681196 681419 681613 758716 758769 758770 758771 755677 2175604 489482 8 Description Ref # Shell Front, Shell Door, Inner Bin Liner, Door Plug, Hinge Strip, Tapping (2) Trim, Door (Right Side) Trim, Door (Left Side) Rail, Door (Right Side) Rail, Door (Left Side) Screw, 8-32 x 5/8 (6) Washer (2) Tube, Water Fill Liner (Includes No's. 10, 11, 17, 19, 21, & 35) Gasket, Bottom Clamp (2) Gasket Screw #8 x 1/2 Grommet Insulation, Bottom, Foam Nut Stud (2) Well, Bin Thermostat Clip, Panel (12) Pull, Door Panel, Exterior Panel, Outer connector, Hose Scoop Screw, 10-32 x 3/8 Harness, Cabinet Thumbscrew, #10-1/2 Well Nut (3) Trim, Side (2) Insulation, Door Screw Thumbscrew Washer Trim, Top and Bottom Grill, Front Panel, Filler Panel, Inner Trim, Door (Lower) Support, Front Retainer, Wire FOLLOWING PARTS NOT ILLUSTRATED ; OPTIONAL PARTS NOT INCLUDED #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Part # 503695 797403 505587 212643 479976 978025 978026 978027 978028 978029 978030 5-10 Description Sealer, Cork (1/4 Pound) Cement, Insulation (1 Oz.) Sealer, Mastic (1 Qt.) Sealer, Gum (22 Pcs. 3/16" x 7") Kit, Insulation (5 Pcs. 3" x 24" x 48") Valve, Access (1/4") Valve, Access (5/16") Valve, Access (3/8") Valve, Access (1/2") Valve, Access (5/8") Valve, Access (3/4") Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Parts Lists & Exploded Views MODEL 506 CABINET, DOOR & LINER (Starting with Serial #1181341) 5-11 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Parts Lists & Exploded Views Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) MODEL 506 EVAPORATOR, CUTTER GRID & WATER SYSTEM PARTS LIST (Starting with Serial #1181341) Ref # Part # 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 12. 13. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 37. 38. 39. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 759296 585856 758597 1129798 2181203 2174726 2174724 759213 489049 756564 489443 585853 759109 596037 2174725 2174727 2174750 587662 681676 841707 627018 758488 758490 681611 745362 2174752 758489 681245 2165477 4200970 593171 681534 756659 681419 759043 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Description Water Valve, Complete Tube, Plastic Plug (2) Dispenser, Water Evaporator Spacer, Adjustable (Side) Spacer, Adjustable (Front) Tube, Water Fill Screw 10-12 x 1/2 Mounting Bracket, Grid (2) Screw Shelf, Water Pan Hose, Overflow Screw, 10-32 x 1/2" Spacer, Fixed (Rear) Spacer, Fixed (Side) Harness, Grid Clamp Nut, Wing Insert Nut & Sleeve Assembly Harness, Light Bracket, Lamp Thumbscrew Bulb Grid Assembly (Complete) Shield, Light Washer Adapter Wire, Grid Cutter Panel, Grid Thumbscrew, 10-32 x 5/8" Pan Thumbscrew, 10 x 1/2" Stopper, Water Pan 5-12 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Parts Lists & Exploded Views MODEL 506 EVAPORATOR, CUTTER GRID & WATER SYSTEM PARTS LIST (Starting with Serial #1181341) 5-13 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Parts Lists & Exploded Views Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) MODEL 506 ESCUTCHEON & CONTROL COMPONENTS WITH PARTS LIST (Starting with Serial #1181341) Ref # Part # 2. 3. 4. 5. 7. 9. 11. 12. 2165483 2165530 2181045 2172846 595005 759000 759308 759309 Description Ref # Transformer Enclosure, Rear Switch, Service Bracket, Control Screw, 8-32 x 1/4” Escutcheon Thermostat, Evaporator Thermostat, Bin Control #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 13. 14. 15. 19. 20. 21. 22. 24. 5-14 Part # 681245 487909 681036 758567 756880 759123 680964 593736 Description Washer Screw, #* x 1/2” Screw Grid Harness Knob Latch Screw, 8-32 x 1/2” Escutcheon Cup Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Parts Lists & Exploded Views MODEL 506 WATER PUMP COMPONENTS WITH PARTS LIST (Starting with Serial #1181341) Ref # 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Part # 756124 681391 583155 587096 588572 593060 756122 596016 593229 681390 756782 569607 569513 681301 Description Plug Cover Screw, #8-18 x 3/4” Motor Housing Fan Blade Pump Motor Washer Pump Bracket Grommet (2) Sleeve Screw, 8-32 x 3/8” Complete Water Pump Pump Housing Impeller Retainer Ring 5-15 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Parts Lists & Exploded Views Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) MODEL 506 UNIT AREA COMPONENTS PARTS LIST (Starting with Serial #1181341) Ref # Part # 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 20. 21. 23. 24. 25. 27. 29. 30. 32. 33. 34. 2180948 680811 572728 1108089 560817 681305 4387773 680233 595230 585564 596355 489472 759112 759113 2154109 4387766 4387766 2162358 4387019 2180808 2180807 758811 681167 2180938 681650 489199 3111270 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Description Shroud Screw Blade, Fan Motor, Fan Bracket Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2" (6) Compressor (FGS60) Screw (4) Washer (4) Sleeve (4) Grommet (4) Screw Coil, Solenoid Valve, Body Tube, Process Overload/Relay Assembly Overload/Relay Assembly Cover, Terminal Drier Condenser Accumulator Deflector, Front Screw, 8 x 3/8 Base, Unit Conical Washer 1/4-20 Hex Screw Capacitor (Not Shown) 5-16 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Parts Lists & Exploded Views MODEL 506 UNIT AREA COMPONENTS WITH PARTS LIST (Starting w/ Serial #1181341) 5-17 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Parts Lists & Exploded Views Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) MODEL 506 CONDENSATE DRAIN PUMP COMPONENTS WITH PARTS LIST ALL MODELS Ref # Part # 1. 4165594 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 300096 770966 758915 596807 488568 681254 596572 758918 Description Service Sump Pump (Warrant Replacement Only) Air Gap Hose, 7/8” I.D. x 20” Hose, 3/8” I.D. x 14-3/8” Grommet Screw, S.M. #8-15 x 3/4” Washer Hose Clamp Connector, Hose #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Ref # Part # 10. 11. 12. 65349 758919 4165594 Description Hose Clamp Bushing, Cord Service Sump Pump (Warrant Replacement Only) FOLLOWING PARTS NOT SUPPLIED WITH PUMP 13. 14. 15. 5-18 598894 596023 759019 Hose Connector Hose Clamp Overflow Hose Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Troubleshooting Guide SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 6-1 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Troubleshooting Guide Model 506(UC Ice Maker) TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE This section of the manual contains the Troubleshooting Guide which will help the Service Technician troubleshoot a model 506 undercounter icemaker . How to Use the Troubleshooting Guide The list below indicates how the Troubleshooting Guide is arranged. Identify the description of the problem that the unit is experiencing from the list and go to the page indicated. To the left of the problem description is a letter. Locate that letter in the left column of the Troubleshooting Guide. The center column will identify the possible causes for the problem. And, the information in the right column will explain what tests to perform in order to determine if what you are checking is the cause and/or what action to take to correct the problem. 3 Troubleshooting Guide Layout Page # A. Compressor won’t run; No ice in bin. ................................................................................................................ B. Compressor runs; No ice in bin. ........................................................................................................................ C. Compressor runs continuously; bin full of ice. .................................................................................................. D. Low ice yield ...................................................................................................................................................... E. Excessive water dripping on ice cubes. ........................................................................................................................ F. Mineral deposit on evaporator. .......................................................................................................................... G. Ice cubes to thin................................................................................................................................................. H. Ice cubes too thick. ............................................................................................................................................ I. Condenser fan won’t run during icemaking cycle. ............................................................................................ J. Water pump won’t run. ...................................................................................................................................... K. Water tank empty .............................................................................................................................................. L. Milky ice cubes................................................................................................................................................... M. Taste in ice. ........................................................................................................................................................ N. Uneven build-up of frost on evaporator plate. .................................................................................................. O. Unit not making ice, compressor running and water flow over evaporator. ...................................................... P. Ice slab not releasing from evaporator plate during HARVEST cycle. .............................................................. Q. Ice slab with hollow area in center..................................................................................................................... R. Ice slab with a lip over the front of evaporator freezing plate............................................................................ S. Ice slab has side flanges. .................................................................................................................................. T. Ice ball forming on capillary tube at evaporator inlet. ........................................................................................ U. Frost between outlet of evaporator and accumulator ........................................................................................ V. Sweating or frost on suction line........................................................................................................................ System / Compressor Evaluation ............................................................................................................................ #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 6-2 6-3 6-3 6-3 6-3 6-3 6-3 6-3 6-4 6-4 6-4 6-4 6-4 6-4 6-4 6-5 6-5 6-5 6-5 6-5 6-5 6-6 6-6 6-6 Troubleshooting Guide Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) PROBLEM A. Compressor won't run; No ice in bin. B. Compressor runs; No Ice in bin. POSSIBLE CAUSE TEST / ACTION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Unit located in cold area. Power disconnected. Broken wire or loose connection. Defective compressor start relay. Service switch in "off" position. Bin thermostat contacts open. Defective compressor motor. Master Switch in "Clean" position 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Move to warmer area (above 55° F.) Connect water. Locate and repair. Replace relay. Move switch to "on" position Replace bin thermostat. Replace compressor. Move switch to "ON" position 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Water supply shut off. Inoperative water valve. Evap thermostat out of calibration. Hot gas solenoid stuck. Inoperative refrigeration system. Excess use of ice cubes. Cutter grid circuit open. Incorrect wiring. Inlet tube from valve not in water pan. 1. Restore water supply. 2. Check valve parts for restriction; binding or solenoid coil failure. 3. Recalibrate or replace. 4. Repair or replace solenoid 5. Repair sealed system. 6. Advise customer. 7. Check fuse and other parts of circuit. 8. Check against wiring diagram 9. Insert tube in water pump pan. C. Compressor runs continuously; bin full of ice. 1. Bin thermostat out of calibration 2. Bin thermostat contacts stuck shut. 3. Incorrect wiring. 1. Recalibrate or replace. 2. Replace thermostat. 3. See Number 8 above. D. Low ice yield. 1. Located in cold areas. 2 . Water falling on ice cubes. 3. Bin thermostat out of calibration. 4. Evaporator thermostat set to produce too thin or too thick ice cubes. 5. Hot gas solenoid stuck partially open. 6. Insufficient refrigeration. 7. Not enough water being circulated over evaporator plate. 1. Move to warmer area above 55°F (for best results 70°F to 90°F) 2. Check water system components for proper placement. 3. Recalibrate or replace. 4. Move adjusting knob to setting to produce 1/2” x 5/8” cube. 5. Repair or replace solenoid 6. Check and repair sealed system. 7. Check for restriction in water lines. Check water pump and motor. E. Excessive water dripping on ice cubes. 1. Water pan overflowing. 2. Water pump pan out of position. 3. Water inlet tube from water valve not inserted in water pan. 4. Ice jam on cutter grid causing water to "bridge" and drip in bin. 5. Water deflector out of position (not factory installed). 1. Check overflow tube for restrictions. Overflow hose not inserted in bin drain. Incorrect / worn flow washer in water valve. 2. Install correctly. 3. Locate tube properly-see pictorial drawing of water system. 4. Check cutter grid circuit. Check for mineral deposit on evaporator plate (see Category 6 below). 5. Install properly-Kit #702354. F. Mineral deposit on evaporator. 1. High mineral contents in water. 1. See cleaning instructions G. Ice cubes too thin 1. Evap thermostat set for thin cubes. 2. Not enough water being circulated over evaporator. 3. Evap thermostat out of calibration. 1. Turn ice thickness control knob clockwise until cube of desired thickness is obtained. 2. Check for restriction in water lines - check water pump motor and distributor tube. 3. Recalibrate or replace.. 6-3 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM Model 506(UC Ice Maker) POSSIBLE CAUSE TEST / ACTION H. Ice cubes too thick. 1. Evaporator thermostat set at or beyond 1. Turn ice thickness control knob counter-clock maximum thickness. wise until desired thickness is obtained. 2. Evaporator thermostat out of calibration. 2. Recalibrate or replace. 3. In cases due to refrigerant overcharge, 3. Remove liquid refrigerant from system; evacliquid refrigerant will "spill over" and run uate and recharge as shown on model/ serial results in longer compressor run and plate. thicker than normal cubes. I. Condenser fan won't run during icemaking cycle. 1. 2. 3. 4. Fan blade binding on shroud. Defective motor. Open circuit in wiring. Defective evaporator thermostat. 1. Adjust shroud to clear fan blade. 2. Replace motor. 3. Locate and repair (see wiring diagram). 4. Replace thermostat. J. Water pump won't run. 1. 2. 3. 4. Pump binding in housing. Open circuit in wiring. Defective motor. Defective evaporator thermostat. 1. 2. 3. 4. K. Water tank empty. 1. On initial start (after installation) water will not run to tank until first “release/defrost” cycle is initiated by evap thermostat. 2. Open circuit to water solenoid. 3. Complete water line restriction. 4. Defective evaporator thermostat. 5. Water valve stuck shut. 6. Burnt or open solenoid coil. 7. Water inlet tube from water valve not directing water to tank. 8. Water inlet screen plugged. 1. This is normal. Wait first release cycle. 2. Locate and repair (see wiring diagram) 3. Check shut-off valve or water line restrictions. 4. Replace. 5. Repair or replace valve. 6. Replace coil. 7. Position outlet end of tube into water pump pan (see pictorial of water system). 8. Remove screen & clean. L. Milky ice cubes. 1. Water hardness in excess of 15 grains (also see Category 6). 2. Insufficient water supply in water tank. 1. Advise customer that water softener may be required (see #1 in Problem “M” below). 2a. See Problem K. above. 2b. Machine defrosting in less than one minute does not allow time for water to enter and overflow. Use flow washer Part #588930. M. Taste in ice 1. High mineral content in water supply. 2. Foods being stored in ice bin. 3. Unit Packaging materials not removed. 1. Consult water treatment expert for advice. 2. Advise customer to refrain from storing foods, etc. in ice in. 3. Remove all packaging material. N. Uneven build-up of frost on 1. Water valve restricted. evaporator plate 2. Little or no water in water reservoir pan. 3. Drain plug not in place on bottom of water reservoir pan. 4. The water level is over the top of the drain tube in reservoir pan at beginning of ICEMAKING cycle. 5. The water restrictor or the holes in the distributor are plugged. 6. The water pump is not operating. #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 6-4 1. 2. 3. 4. Remove cause of bind. Locate and repair (see wiring diagram). Replace motor. Replace thermostat. Repair or replace valve. See Problem “K” above. Install drain plug. Check water system components for proper placement. 5. Clean or replace distributor tube. Clean or replace water restrictor. 6. See problem “J” above. Troubleshooting Guide Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE TEST / ACTION O. Unit not making ice, compressor running, and water flow over evaporator 1. Evaporator freezing plate not getting cold. 2. Hot gas solenoid not operating properly. P. Ice slab not releasing from evaporator plate during HARVEST cycle. 1. Hot gas solenoid not operating properly. 1. Repair or replace solenoid. 2. Evaporator plate is damaged or covered 2. Clean or replace evaporator plate. in mineral build-up. 3. Repair or replace FSP condensate pump. 3. The FSP condensate pump, if installed, is not operating properly. Q. Ice slab with a hollow area in the center. 1. The water valve is stuck open. 2. Hot gas solenoid is leaking. 3. Sealed system is undercharged or partially restricted. R. Ice slab with a lip over the 1. The capillary tube soldered underneath front of evaporator freezing front edge of evaporator plate has broken loose. plate. 1. Hot gas solenoid has a small leak. S. Ice slab has side flanges. 1. Repair sealed system. 2. Repair or replace solenoid. 1. Check valve parts for restriction; binding or solenoid coil failure. 2. Repair or replace solenoid. 3. Repair sealed system. 1. Repair capillary tube. 1. Repair or replace solenoid. T. Ice ball forming on capillary 1. The bin door is cracked open, or door 1. Make sure bin door is closed. Repair or seal is leaking. tube at evaporator inlet. replace door seal. 2. The insulation bag is not in place, block- 2. Properly position insulation bag. ing the passage of warm air from the unit compartment into the evaporator area. U. Frost between outlet of evaporator and accumulator. 1. Ice thickness control set too high, too thick of ice slab is forming. 2. Overcharge of refrigerant in sealed system. 1. Turn ice thickness control knob counter-clock wise until desired thickness is obtained. 2. See Serial plate for recommended amount of refrigerant charge. V. Sweating or frost on suction line. 1. Accumulator not level (horizontal). 2. Overcharge of refrigerant in sealed system. 1. Position accumulator correctly. 2. See Serial plate for recommended amount of refrigerant charge. SYSTEM / COMPRESSOR EVALUATION Suction Pressure Head Pressure Basic Cause High Low Low Capacity Compressor High High Excessive load on evaporator (water siphoning/ solenoid leaking) Normal Low Ambient too low (below 55 degrees) Normal High Air in system. Slow condenser fan. Dirty condenser. Overcharged. Low Normal Low Low Short charge. Poor quality ice slab and/or hollow slab. Short charge. Long defrost 6-5 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Troubleshooting Guide #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Model 506(UC Ice Maker) 6-6 Technical Data Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) SECTION 7 TECHNICAL DATA 7-1 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Technical Data Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Model 506 Undercounter Icemaker (Prior to Serial # 1181341) Water Solenoid Valve - .25 GPM Flow Washer - 80 Mesh Inlet Screen Water Pump Motor - 39 Watts, .75 Amps, 3350 RPS - Internal Overload (Water distributor uses restricted inlet to obtain proper pump capacity) Compressor Overload - Current and Ambient Sensitive Compressor Relay - Current (magnetic) Type with N/O Start Contact Condenser - Forced Air - Copper & Aluminum Evaporator - Stainless Steel Refrigerant Charge (R -12) - See Serial Plate Drier - Molecular Sleeve - High Side Running Amps - 3.5 (average) Bin Storage Capacity - 35 Lbs. Maximum Ice Production Capacity - See Ice Production Chart Below THERMOSTAT Ice Thickness (Evaporator) Warm Position → CUT-IN CUT- OUT 38°F " 2°F 38°F " 2°F 41 °F " 1.5°F Bin Shut -off 10.5°F " 4°F -3°F " 2.5°F 35°F " 1.5 ALTITUDE CORRECTION Adjust range screw according to chart on unit thermostat bracket IMPORTANT NOTE: When changing an evaporator thermostat, make sure that at least 8" of capillary tube is “S“ shaped and laying tight against the bracket soldered to the bottom of the evaporator. Tape at least 1" of capillary tube to the hot gas line at the front edge of the evaporator. This shortens the defrost time. Ambient Temperature ICE PRODUCTION (Lbs.) IN 24 HOURS NOTE: Maximum ice production will only be obtained under ideal conditions. Production capacities shown in the above graph are average and variances are normal. 100°F 35 34 33 32 90°F 42 40 38 36 80°F 44 41 39 34 70°F 46 42 39 35 50°F 60°F 70°F 80°F Additional factors which reduce the production capacity are: 1. Making cubes thicker than 1/2”. 2. Increased ice meltage in storage bin due to high ambient temperatures (25% is average). To maintain production capacity, avoid locating icemaker in greasy or dusty atmosphere, or adjacent to high temperature equipment such as ovens, ranges, steam tables, etc. . . Water Temperature PERFORMANCE DATE Temperature (Fahrenheit) Suction Pressure at end of Freeze Cycle Head pressure at end of Freeze Cycle Cycle Time in Minutes Ambient 70 °/ Water 60 ° 4-7 110 - 125 25 - 29 Ambient 90 °/ Water 60 ° 5-8 145 - 160 27 - 33 Ambient 100 °/ Water 60 ° 6-9 185 - 200 38 - 46 Ambient 70 °/ Water 80 ° 4-7 110 - 125 28 - 34 Ambient 90 °/ Water 80 ° 5-8 145 - 160 32 - 40 Ambient 100 °/ Water 80 ° 6-9 185 - 200 40 - 48 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 7-2 Technical Data Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Model 506 Undercounter Icemaker (Starting with Serial # 1181341) Water Solenoid Valve - .25 GPM Flow Washer - 80 Mesh Inlet Screen Water Pump Motor - 39 Watts, .75 Amps, 3350 RPS - Internal Overload (Water distributor uses restricted inlet to obtain proper pump capacity) Compressor Overload - Current and Ambient Sensitive Compressor Relay - Current (magnetic) Type with N/O Start Contact Condenser - Forced Air - Copper & Aluminum Evaporator - Stainless Steel Refrigerant Charge (R -134a) - See Serial Plate Drier - Molecular Sleeve - High Side Running Amps - 3.5 (average) Bin Storage Capacity - 35 Lbs. Maximum Ice Production Capacity - See Ice Production Chart Below THERMOSTAT Ice Thickness (Evaporator) Warm Position → Bin Shut -off CUT-IN CUT- OUT ALTITUDE CORRECTION 38°F " 1.5°F 38°F " 1.5°F 41°F " 1.5°F 10.6 °F " 2.9°F -4.8°F " 2.7°F 35°F " 1.5 Adjust range screw according to chart on unit thermostat bracket IMPORTANT NOTE: When changing an evaporator thermostat, make sure that at least 8" of capillary tube is “S“ shaped and laying tight against the bracket soldered to the bottom of the evaporator. Tape at least 1" of capillary tube to the hot gas line at the front edge of the evaporator. This shortens the defrost time. Ambient Temperature ICE PRODUCTION (Lbs.) IN 24 HOURS 100°F 35 34 33 32 90°F 42 40 38 36 80°F 44 41 39 34 70°F 46 42 39 35 50°F 60°F 70°F 80°F NOTE: Maximum ice production will only be obtained under ideal conditions. Production capacities shown in the above graph are average and variances are normal. Additional factors which reduce the production capacity are: 1. Making cubes thicker than 1/2”. 2. Increased ice meltage in storage bin due to high ambient temperatures (25% is average). To maintain production capacity, avoid locating icemaker in greasy or dusty atmosphere, or adjacent to high temperature equipment such as ovens, ranges, steam tables, etc. . . Water Temperature PERFORMANCE DATE Temperature (Fahrenheit) Suction Pressure at end of Freeze Cycle Head pressure at end of Freeze Cycle Cycle Time in Minutes Ambient 70 °/ Water 60 ° 1-4 65 - 80 18 - 22 Ambient 90 °/ Water 60 ° 2-5 85 - 100 21 - 27 Ambient 100 °/ Water 60 ° 2-6 85 - 105 28 - 35 Ambient 70 °/ Water 80 ° 1-4 65 - 80 20 - 25 Ambient 90 °/ Water 80 ° 2-5 85 - 100 23 - 30 Ambient 100 °/ Water 80 ° 2-6 85 - 105 30 - 38 7-3 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Technical Data Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS - MODEL 506 UNDERCOUNTER ICE MAKER Height 34-13/32” Width 17-7/8” Depth 23-7/8” Shipping Weight 122 Lbs. Net Weight 114 Lbs. Average Ice Making Capacity in 24 Hrs. 50 Lbs. - 6600 Cublets With 70°F Ambient - 60°F Water Storage Capacity 35 Lbs. - 4620 Cublets Electrical Requirements 115 Volts AC, 50/60 Hertz Average Power Consumption 250 - 300 Watts Compressor 1/5 HP, Piston Refrigerant Charge R-12 Prior to Serial #1181341 R-134a Starting with Serial #1181341 Refrigerant Control Capillary Tube Solenoid w/Flow Washer, in Unit Compartment Water Control Condenser Fan Blade 5 Prop, Plastic Condenser Fan Motor 3 Watt Output, 1200 Rpm's #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 7-4 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Wiring Diagrams/Schematics SECTION 8 WIRING DIAGRAMS AND SCHEMATICS 8-1 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Wiring Diagrams/Schematics Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) UNIT WIRING DIAGRAM & SCHEMATIC PRIOR TO 1995 (Prior to Serial #1140060) 115 VOLTS 60 HERTZ L 2 N 1 OFF CLEAN WATER PUMP 6 ON 3 SERVICE SWITCH PLUG CONDENSER FAN RECEPTACLE HOT GAS BIN THERMOSTAT 1 3 2 N.C. SOLENOID N.C. WATER VALVE SOLENOID SHUNT EVAPORATOR THERMOSTAT PRESSURE SWITCH R CONDENSATE DRAIN PUMP S OVERLOAD COMPRESSOR TRANSFORMER START RELAY 115 V 8.5 V DOOR SWITCH CUTTER GRID Y BK TRANS. INT. LTD. 8.6V 115V COLOR CHART R BK BU W Y O RED BLACK BLUE WHITE YELLOW ORANGE 3 BIN THERMO Y BK W BK BK 1 EVAP THERMO 2 2 SERVICE SWITCH 3 1 6 0 BK W GRID Plug MOT BK BU PUMP W N BK DOOR SWITCH BK W R BK BIN LT. SOL N.C. SOL N.C. HOT GAS WATER BK W MOTOR BK START RELAY COMPRESSOR FAN RECEPTACLE WITH SHUNT 8-2 115V 60 Hz L 1 Phase OVER LOAD W BU #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 BK 0 Wiring Diagrams/Schematics Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) UNIT WIRING DIAGRAM & SCHEMATIC BEGINNING 1995 (Starting with Serial #1140060) COLOR CHART R BK BL W Y OR BK/W G/Y 60 HERTZ N 115 VOLTS L RED BLACK BLUE WHITE YELLOW ORANGE BLACK / WHITE TRACER GREEN / YELLOW TRACER 2 1 WATER PUMP W BK BK CONDENSER FAN W CLEAN OFF ON 5 SERVICE SWITCH 3 Y OR 6 Connector - Screw BIN THERMOSTAT Connector - Closed End Disconnect Terminal 1 BK/W Permanent Connection 2 3 EVAPORATOR THERMOSTAT BK/W Plug Connector Ground (Chassis) BL HOT GAS SOL N.C. BK W WATER VALVE N.C. SOL R R W W BK C S OVERLOAD COMPRESSOR TRANSFORMER Y W START RELAY 115V 8.5V DOOR SWITCH BIN LIGHT CUTTER GRID Y 8.5V 115V BK BK/W 3 CONTROL BRACKET BK GRID W W R 1 G/Y BK CAB SHELF N BL BK 6 G G/Y PUMP 2 SERVICE SWITCH CABINET G/Y BK MOT DOOR SWITCH EVAP THERMO PLUG 115V 60HZ L 1PH W W BK BK BIN THERMO Y W BK 2 OR TRAN 3 1 BK BK/W OVERLOAD W W BIN LT W SOL N.C. SOL N.C. MOT HOT GAS WATER FAN OR START RELAY COMPRESSOR 8-3 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Wiring Diagrams/Schematics Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Linear Strip Circuits Water Pump ( ICE MAKING Cycle) N L Evaporator Thermostat 2 2 3 1 1 6 Service Switch Bin Thermostat Water Pump Water Pump ( CLEAN Cycle) N L 1 6 Service Switch Water Pump Condenser Fan N L Evaporator Thermostat 2 3 Service Switch #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 2 Bin Thermostat 1 Condenser Fan 8-4 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Wiring Diagrams/Schematics Linear Strip Circuits Hot Gas Valve Solenoid (Units with gravity drain or non-FSP pump - Shunt in receptacle) N L Evaporator Thermostat 2 2 3 Receptacle NC Hot Gas Solenoid 3 Bin Thermostat Shunt Hot Gas Valve Solenoid (Units with FSP condensate drain) N L Evaporator Thermostat 2 2 3 Receptacle NC Hot Gas Solenoid 3 Bin Thermostat Pressure Switch FSP Condensate Drain Pump Water Valve Solenoid (Units with gravity drain or non-FSP sump pump- shunt in receptacle) N L Evaporator Thermostat 2 2 3 Receptacle Hot Gas Solenoid 3 Bin Thermostat NC Shunt 8-5 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Wiring Diagrams/Schematics Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Linear Strip Circuits Water Valve Solenoid (Units with FSP condensate drain) N L Evaporator Thermostat 2 3 2 Receptacle NC Water Valve Solenoid 3 Bin Thermostat Service Switch Pressure Switch FSP Condensate Drain Pump Compressor (Start) L N 2 3 Service Switch R R S S Overload Bin Thermostat Compressor Start Relay Compressor (Run) L N R 2 3 Service Switch Overload Start Relay Bin Thermostat #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 R Compressor 8-6 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) Wiring Diagrams/Schematics Linear Strip Circuits L N Bin Light Transformer 115V 3 2 Service Switch 8.5 V Bin Light L Door Switch N Cutter Grid Transformer 115V 3 2 Service Switch 8.5 V Cutter Grid FSP Condensate Pump (HARVEST Cycle) L Receptacle Evaporator Thermostat 2 2 3 N 3 Bin Thermostat Service Switch Drain Pump FSP Condensate Drain Pump FSP Condensate Pump (at all times except during HARVEST Cycle) L Receptacle N Pressure Switch Drain Pump FSP Condensate Drain Pump 8-7 #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Wiring Diagrams/Schematics #3752200 - Revision B - May, 2006 Model 506 (UC Ice Maker) 8-8
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