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MFE400

INTRODUCTION

To the owner or user: The service manual you are reading is intended to provide you, and the maintenance or service technician with the information needed to install, start up, clean, maintain, and service this ice system.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

For the Installer

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Location/Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For the Plumber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For the Electrician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Final Check List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Start Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Component Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Electrical Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintenance & Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Service Diagnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Removal and Replacement

Ice Breaker and Auger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Water Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gearmotor Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Refrigeration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parts lists and wiring diagrams are located in the center of this manual, printed on yellow paper.

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May 1994

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MFE400

FOR THE INSTALLER

The MFE400 is designed to fit the following

Scotsman storage bins.

BH550 with bin top KBT20

HTB555 with bin top KBT20

When installing the new system, check that everything needed is on site:

Correct Ice Machine (voltage and type)

Correct Bin

Correct Bin Top

Legs for the bin

1 -7/16"

21"

Condenser Inlet, 3/8" O.D.

Tube (Water Cooled)

Condenser Drain 3/8"

O.D. Tube (Water Cooled)

Electrical

Inlet

Water Inlet

3/8" Male Flare

3.5"

2"

2.5"

8"

9.5"

Drain 7/16" I.D.

Hose

SPECIFICATIONS:

ICE MAKER

Model

Number

Model

Series

MFE400AS-1

MFE400WS-1

MFE400WS-1

MFE400AS-6

MFE400WS-6

MFE400WS-6

A or B

A

B

A or B

A

B

Dimensions

(w/o Bin)

H" x W" x D"

21.5 x 21 x 22 same same same same same

Basic

Electrical

Condenser

Type

115/60/1 same same

230/50/1 same same

Air

Water

Water

Air

Water

Water

Minimum

Circuit

Ampacity+

11.1

10.2

10.2

5.6

5.1

5.1

Maximum

Fuse Size

Refrigerant

Charge

(R-134a)

15

15

15

15

15

15

15 oz.

15 oz.

14 oz.

15 oz.

15 oz.

14 oz.

*Minimum Circuit Ampacity is used to determine wire size and type per National Electric Code.

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MFE400

FOR THE INSTALLER

Installation Limitations:

This ice system is designed to be installed indoors, in a controlled environment:

Air Temperature

Water Temperature

Min

50

0

F.

40

0

F.

Max

100

100

0

F.

0

F.

Water Pressure

Voltage

20 psi

-10%

(Compared to the Nameplate)

80 psi

+10%

Operating the machine outside of the limitations is misuse and can void the warranty.

Scotsman Ice Systems are designed and manufactured with the highest regard for safety and performance. They meed or exceed the standards of UL, NSF, and CSA.

Scotsman assumes no liability or responsibility of any kind for products manufactured by

Scotsman that have been altered in any way, including the use of any part and/or other components not specifically approved by

Scotsman.

Scotsman reserves the right to make design changes and/or improvements at any time.

Specifications and design changes are subject to change without notice.

Water Limitations:

An ice machine is a food manufacturing plant; it takes in a raw material, water, and turns it into a food product, ice. The purity of the water is very important in obtaining pure ice and in maximizing product life. This section is not intended as a complete resource for water questions, but it does offer these general recommendations:

1. Filter the water used to make ice. That is the water going to the “potable” water connection.

Water filters vary greatly in ability and function.

Install one that filters out suspended solids to a dimension of 5 microns or smaller. The finer the filter the better, but finer filters will clog sooner that course ones. It may be necessary to add a course filter ahead of the fine filter to prolong filter life.

2. Check with a water treatment specialist for a water test, and recommendations regarding filters and treatment.

Service Limitations:

There must be space above, to at least one side, to the back, and of course the front for service access.

Airflow

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MFE400

FOR THE INSTALLER

Location

After uncrating and inspection, the unit is ready to be installed.

It is important that the machine be installed in a location where it has enough space around it for service, and a minimum of 6" be allowed all sides for air circulation. The machine, when air cooled, draws air in the front, and exhausts it out the sides and back.

Try to avoid hot, dirty and crowded locations. Be sure that the location for the machine is within the limitations described on page 3.

Storage Bin

Tip the uncrated storage bin on its back, using parts of the carton to protect the exterior finish.

Install the legs into the threaded holes in the bottom of the bin. Turn the leg levelers all the way in preparation for leveling later.

Return the bin to the upright position, remove paper covering the bin gasket.

Install bin top if required.

MOLDED

GROVES

Note: Do not push bin into position: but lift it there.

Pushing a bin, especially one with ice in it, can cause damage to the legs and the leg mounts.

Ice Maker

The machine is heavy, so the use of a mechanical lift is recommended for lifting the machine high enough to install on top of the bin. After the machine is placed on the bin, line it up so that the ice discharge opening in the base of the machine is over the open hole in the bin top.

Ice Chute Installation

After the MFE400 has been installed on the ice storage bin, the ice chute needs to be installed:

1. With the top panel off, remove all packing material (bubble pack) from above the ice chute and chute cap. Cut the ty-wrap holding the chute assembly in place.

2. Remove the insulation halves and ty-wrap packed inside the cabinet, retain for later use.

3. Remove the cardboard support from under the ice chute.

4. Insert the ice chute/bin thermostat assembly into the large hole in the bottom of the ice machine.

Check that bin thermostat cap tube is free from contact with most components.

RUBBER

CAP

5. Remove the rubber cap from the top of the ice chute. Leave one hose clamp on the chute.

6. Push the ice chute against the stainless spout

(the end of the spout will go into the chute).

7. Slide the rubber cap over the top of the stainless spout. Push down until it fits tightly around the spout.

8. Secure the rubber cap to the spout with the two hose clamps, in the molded grooves; one above and one below. Keep hose clamp screws away from evaporator.

9. Attach the insulation halves around the top of the evaporator. Secure with the ty-wrap provided.

Finish installation per service manual.

HOSE CLAMP

RUBBER CAP

HOSE CLAMP

ICE CHUTE

METAL ICE

SPOUT

ICE CHUTE INSTALLATION

HOSE

CLAMP

METAL SPOUT

HOSE CLAMP

May 1994

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ASSEMBLED VIEW

FOR THE PLUMBER

CONFORM TO ALL APPLICABLE CODES

Water Inlet

Air Cooled: The recommended water supply is cold water. Use 3/8" O.D. copper tubing, connect to the 3/8" male flare at the back of the cabinet.

Install a hand valve near the machine to control the water supply.

Water Cooled: A separate

3 ⁄

8

" O.D. copper tube should be connected to the condenser inlet, with a separate hand valve to control it.

Drains

Air cooled: There is one

7 ⁄

16

" I.D.

hose to connect to for a drain. This drain is a gravity drain, and a minimum of 1 ⁄

4

" per foot fall is needed for horizontal portions of the drain line.

The ideal drain receptacle is a trapped and vented floor drain.

Use only rigid tubing.

CONDENSER

WATER INLET

(Water Cooled)

Water Cooled Models: In addition to the above mentioned drain, separate condenser drain must be installed.

Connect to the 3 ⁄

8

" condenser drain tube.

Storage Bin: A separate gravity type drain needs to be run. This drain line should be insulated.

MFE400

OVERFLOW

DRAIN

POTABLE WATER

INLET

WATER FILTER

(FIELD SUPPLIED)

CONDENSER DRAIN

(Water Cooled)

BIN DRAIN

FLOOR

DRAIN GRILL

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MFE400

FOR THE ELECTRICIAN

CONFORM TO ALL APPLICABLE CODES

The electrical power to the unit is to be wired through the cabinet to the control box. In the control box, connect to the terminal strip provided.

1. Remove the front, top and right side panels.

2. Remove the control box cover.

3. Route the power cord thru the cabinet to the control box.

4. Connect wires to the terminal strip.

5. Replace all panels.

Check the nameplate (located on the back of the cabinet) for the voltage requirements, and for the minimum circuit ampacity. The machine requires a solid chassis to earth ground wire.

The ice maker should be connected to it’s own electrical circuit so that it is individually fused. Voltage variation must remain within design limitations, even under starting conditions.

All external wiring must conform to national, state, and local electrical codes. The use of e licensed electrician is required to perform the electrical installation.

ELECTRICAL POWER

SUPPLY

CONNECT ELECTRICAL

POWER TO ICE MAKER

THROUGH ELECTRICAL

INLET HOLE AND INTO

CONTROL BOX

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FOR THE INSTALLER: Final Check List

1. Is the ice system installed indoors in a location where the air and water temperatures are controlled, and where they do not exceed the design limitations?

2. Is there an electrical service disconnect within sight of the installed machine?

3. Have all the plumbing connections been made and checked for leaks?

4. Has the machine and bin been leveled?

5. Is there a minimum of 6" clearance around the machine for proper service and air circulation?

6. Is the water pressure a minimum of 20 psig?

7. Has the ice discharge tube been installed?

8. Is there a water shut off installed near the machine?

9. Have all shipping materials been removed?

Electrical

Power?

Water Supply?

MFE400

Leveled?

Drains?

May 1994

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MFE400

INITIAL START UP

1. Remove screws and the front panel.

2. Open the water shut off valve.

3. Observe that the water flows into the water reservoir, fills up the water inlet tube to the evaporator, the float moves up with the water level, and the float shuts off the water flow, about 3 ⁄

8

" below the molded horizontal line on the water reservoir.

4. Switch on the electrical power to the unit.

5. Switch the master switch to ON.

6. After a few minutes of operation: water should begin to flow from the reservoir to the evaporator; the air cooled condenser should begin to discharge warm air, or the water cooled condenser should beginning to discharge warm water; and the unit should begin to drop ice into the storage bin.

7. Let the unit operate for 15-30 minutes, checking for water leaks, or excessive noise from vibrating components.

8. Block off the ice discharge tube, and check if the bin thermostat shuts off the machine. After it shuts off the compressor, the auger motor should run for a few minutes more. Allow the ice in the tube to fall away, and check that the compressor restarts.

9. Explain the operation and maintenance requirements to the user, inform the user of the telephone number of the service agency servicing the machine, and give the user the service manual.

Note: For High Altitude Installations an Altitude

Adjustment May Be Required:

(11-0354-01, 20 Ranco brand bin thermostats only)

Adjustment Altitude (ft.

above seal level)

Range

Screw CW

2,000

4,000

6,000

8,000

Amount of adjustment from factory setting

35 o

90 o

145 o

190 o

May 1994

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MFE400

COMPONENT LOCATION: Control Box

Auger Delay Pressure Control: This pressure switch, connected to the low side of the refrigeration system, controls the auger drive motor.

High Pressure Control: The pressure switch, used on water cooled models only, is designed to open and shut off the machine should the high side refrigeration pressure become too high, usually as a result of not enough water through the water cooled condenser.

It is a manual reset.

On-Off switch: This toggle switch shuts off the machine. It is not a complete disconnect.

Bin Thermostat: This thermostat turns the machine on and off in response to changes in temperature of the capillary tube.

It opens at 35

0

F. and closes at

45

0

F. The capillary tube is mounted on the inside of the ice chute.

High Pressure

Control

Auger Delay Control

Bin Thermostat

On-Off Switch

May 1994

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MFE400

ELECTRICAL SEQUENCE

There are two circuits in the MFE400: one is a series circuit with several switches connected in series to the compressor. The other is a parallel branch of the series circuit, controlling the gear drive motor.

••

The series circuit begins at the terminal strip in the control box. From there, the line side power is connected to the Master Switch.

••

When the master switch is closed, the power is then connected to the Spout Switch. This switch, located on the top of the ice chute, is closed unless the ice chute has overfilled with ice, it is an automatic reset.

••

From the spout switch the line side power now is connected to the High Pressure Control

(water cooled). This control, connected to the refrigeration system, is designed to open whenever higher pressures are sensed. The high pressure control is a manual reset.

••

The line side power is also connected, in a parallel circuit, to terminal 1 of the Auger Delay pressure control. This pressure control, connected to the low side of the refrigeration system, is designed as a by-pass circuit to the auger drive motor whenever the low side refrigerant pressure is at it’s normal ice making range. At start up, the contacts between terminals 1 and 2 are open. The line side power does not pass any further through the auger delay pressure control, until the compressor starts, and the low side pressure drops.

••

The next control the power is connected to is the Low Water Pressure Control. This switch is designed to open should the water pressure to the machine drop too low.

••

The next control is the Bin Thermostat. It is closed when there is no ice on the portion of the control inside the ice chute. It is open when there is ice on the portion of the control inside the ice chute. Closing of the bin thermostat begins the process of making ice, because the line side power now goes to the compressor, gearmotor, and if air cooled, the fan motor.

••

Power is initially connected to the gearmotor through contacts 3 and 2 of the auger delay pressure control. This causes the auger motor to start and run. At the same time, if the centrifugal switch on top of the gearmotor closes (meaning the motor is at full speed) the compressor is connected to the neutral side of the power supply, and the compressor begins to run.

••

As the compressor runs, the low side or suction pressure begins to fall, when it reaches a preset point, the contacts within it move, opening 3 and 2, then closing 1 and 2. The power for the gearmotor is then connected to a point in the series circuit ahead of the low pressure control, the low water pressure control and the bin thermostat, so that if any of these open, the gearmotor will continue to run, pushing ice out of the evaporator.

May 1994

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MFE400

OPERATION: Water

Water enters the machine through the 1/4" male flare at the rear of the cabinet, goes past the water pressure switch and then to the water reservoir which it enters through the float valve. The water then goes out the bottom of the reservoir tank to the bottom of the evaporator.

Reservoir overflows routed to the drain. Water cooled models have a separate water circuit for the cooling water: it enters the fitting at the rear, goes to the water regulating valve, then to the water cooled condenser and down the drain.

WATER RESERVOIR -

FLOAT VALVE

WATER SEAL

PRESSURE

SWITCH

WATER

INLET

SPOUT

SAFETY

SWITCH

ICE

CHUTE

RESERVOIR

OVERFLOW

DRAIN

AUGER DRIVE

MOTOR

ICE AND WATER SCHEMATIC

"B" MODEL

May 1994

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BIN

THERMOSTAT

BRACKET

MFE400

OPERATION: Refrigeration

Beginning at the compressor, the refrigerant is compressed into a high temperature gas. The discharge line directs this gas to the condenser. At the condenser (air or water cooled) the gas is cooled by either air or water and it then condenses into a liquid. This high pressure liquid then goes through the liquid line to the capillary tube. The capillary tube meters liquid refrigerant into the evaporator, the volume of liquid refrigerant depending upon the temperature of the evaporator; warmer evaporators get more refrigerant and colder evaporators get less.

At the evaporator, the refrigerant enters an area of relatively low pressure, where it can easily “boil off” or evaporate. As it evaporates, it absorbs heat from the evaporator and whatever is in contact with it (such as the water inside it). After the evaporator, the refrigerant, now a low pressure vapor, goes through the suction line back to compressor, where the cycle is repeated.

System Characteristics

Typical Low Side Pressure 13 -14 PSIG

Typical High Side Pressure

••

(air cooled) 137 - 170 PSIG

••

(water cooled) 135-140 PSIG

Typical auger drive motor amp draw: 2-8 - 3.1

Refrigerant Charge: 15 oz. of R-134a

EVAPORATOR

ACCUMULATOR

CAPILLARY TUBE

COMPRESSOR DRYER

CONDENSER

May 1994

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MFE400

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

A Scotsman Ice System represents a sizable investment of time and money in any company’s business. In order to receive the best return for that investment, it MUST receive periodic maintenance.

It is the USER’S RESPONSIBILITY to see that the unit is properly maintained. It is always preferable, and less costly in the long run, to avoid possible down time by keeping it clean; adjusting it as needed; and by replacing worn parts before they can cause failure. The following is a list of recommended maintenance that will help keep the machine running with a minimum of problems.

Maintenance and Cleaning should be scheduled at a minimum of twice per year.

ICE MAKING SYSTEM: In place cleaning

1. Check and clean any water treatment devices, if any are installed.

2. Remove screws and remove the top and front panels.

3. Move the ON-OFF switch to OFF.

4. Open the door to the ice storage bin, and remove the ice.

5. Remove the cover to the water reservoir and block the float up.

6. Drain the water reservoir and freezer assembly.

7. Prepare the cleaning solution: Mix eight ounces of Scotsman Ice Machine Cleaner with three quarts of hot water. The water should be between

90-115 degrees F.

8. Slowly pour the cleaning solution into the water reservoir until it is full. Wait 15 minutes, then switch the master switch to ON.

Scotsman Ice Machine

Cleaner contains acids.

These compounds may cause burns.

If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. Give large amounts of water or milk. Call Physician immediately. In case of external contact, flush with water.

KEEP OUT OF THE

REACH OF CHILDREN.

9. As the ice maker begins to use water from the reservoir, continue to add more cleaning solution to maintain a full reservoir.

10. After all of the cleaning solution has been added to the reservoir, and the reservoir is nearly empty, switch the master switch to OFF.

11. After draining the reservoir, as in step 6, wash and rinse the water reservoir.

12. Go thru steps 13 - 18 to sanitize the ice machine water system.

13. Mix two gallons of sanitizer solution. Use an approved sanitizer.

A possible sanitizing solution may be obtained by mixing 1 ounce of household bleach with 2 gallons of warm (90-115 o

F.) potable water.

14. Slowly pour the sanitizer solution into the water reservoir until it is full, then switch the master switch to ON.

15. As the ice maker begins to use water from the reservoir, continue to add more cleaning solution to maintain a full reservoir.

16. After 1 ⁄

2

of the cleaning solution has been added to the reservoir, and the reservoir is nearly empty, switch the master switch to OFF.

17. After draining the reservoir, as in step 6, thoroughly wash and rinse the interior of the water reservoir and reservoir cover with sanitizer solution.

18. Remove the block from the float in the water reservoir. Place the cover on the reservoir.

Switch the master switch to ON

19. Continue ice making for at least 15 minutes, to flush out any cleaning or sanitizing solution.

DO NOT USE any ice produced from the cleaning solution.

Be sure no ice remains in the bin.

20. Switch the master switch to OFF.

21. Remove all ice from the storage bin.

22. Add warm water to the ice storage bin and thoroughly wash and rinse all surfaces within the bin.

23. Sanitize the bin interior with the balance of the sanitizer mixed in step 14 by thoroughly washing all interior surfaces of the bin, bin door and door frame with the sanitizer solution.

24. Switch the master switch to ON.

25. Replace the top and the front panels. The machine is now ready for continued automatic operation.

January 1996

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MFE400

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

///////////////////////////WARNING/////////////////////////////

Disconnect electrical power and shut off the water before beginning.

//////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////

In some areas, the water supply to the ice maker will contain a high concentration of minerals, and that will result in an evaporator and auger becoming coated with these minerals, requiring a more frequent removal than twice per year. If in doubt about the condition of the evaporator and auger, the auger can be removed so the parts can be inspected.

Note: Water filters can filter out suspended solids, but not dissolved solids. “Soft” water may not be the complete answer. Check with a water treatment specialist regarding water treatment.

For more information on removal of these parts, see REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT.

To Inspect The Top Bearing:

1. Remove styrofoam cap and two screws from the side of the evaporator.

2. Remove the snap ring and cap, and remove the bolt from the ice breaker and auger assembly to separate the ice breaker assembly from the auger.

Pull the ice breaker with bearing out of the top of the evaporator: the auger should stay in the evaporator.

The bearings may be inspected for rust, wear, and roughness. Reverse to reassemble.

To Inspect the Auger:

1. Remove styrofoam cap and two screws from the side of the evaporator.

2. Pull up on cap hook located in the top of the freezer assembly to remove the ice breaker assembly, auger, and the top portion of the water seal.

3. Inspect the auger and the water seal. Clean the auger of any mineral build up. Scotsman Ice

Machine Cleaner and a scouring pad work well to clean the auger. DO NOT USE steel wool.

4. Replace the water seal, see the instructions under "Removal and Replacement".

AUGER

TOP

BEARING

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MFE400

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS

PROBLEM

No ice, nothing operates

No ice, auger motor turning.

Low capacity

POSSIBLE CAUSE

No electrical power

Water supply turned off

Bin control malfunction

Spout switch open

Master switch off

Water pressure low (water safety switch open)

High pressure cut out open

Auger drive motor open

Centrifugal switch open

Auger delay switch open

Auger does not turn

Low system charge

Compressor off

Overuse

PROBABLE CORRECTION

Check/restore power

Check water filter/hand valve/float valve

Check bin thermostat

Check bin thermostat

Check why switch is off

Check & clean water inlet & filters

Check fan motor or water supply

Check auger drive motor

Check centrifugal switch

Check/replace auger delay

Check coupling & gear reducer

Check refrigeration system.

Locate leak, recover remaining refrigerant, repair leak. Replace drier, evacuate and weigh in system charge.

Check system for adequate refrigerant.

Check start relay

Check start capacitor

Check compressor windings

Check for compressor lock-up

Recheck ice needs vs. machine capacity

May 1994

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MFE400

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS

PROBLEM

Unusual noise

Water leaks from cabinet

No refrigeration

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Mineral scale in evaporator

Auger coupling dry

Auger coupling worn

PROBABLE CORRECTION

Clean water system with ice machine cleaner.

Grease coupling

Replace coupling and adapter stand.

Bearings worn

Gearmotor loose on frame

Low water level

Tubing vibrating

Tooth on a gear missing

Replace bearings and water seal.

Tighten bolts, check grommets

Check water level in reservoir

Check tubing for contact

Check gears in auger drive

Compressor too loud

Gear noise

Evaporator water seal worn or cracked

Tubing to evaporator leaks

Drain leaks

Replace compressor

Check gearmotor for oil leak

Replace seal and bearings

Replace tubing/fittings

Check drain tubes and fittings

External drain restricted

Gearmotor does not turn

Clean out drain

Check motor

Centrifugal switch does not close Check switch

Fan motor does not turn

Lack of refrigerant

Check fan motor

Add refrigerant, if problem is reduced, locate leak and repair it.

Compressor does not pump Check/replace start capacitor

Check/replace start relay

Check/replace compressor

May 1994

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MFE400

REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT

Ice Breaker and Auger Removal

1. Remove styrofoam cap and two screws from the side of the evaporator.

2. Pull up on cap hook located in the top of the freezer assembly to remove the ice breaker assembly, auger, and the top portion of the water seal.

3. Remove the snap ring and cap, and remove the bolt from the ice breaker and auger assembly to separate the ice breaker assembly from the auger.

The bearings may be replace or the ice breaker and bearings may be replaced as an assembly.

Water Seal Installation

Inspect the water seal in it’s package. Do no use if mating surfaces are scratched or cracked.

1. Remove auger, unbolt evaporator from adapter stand. Drive out old bottom bearing and water seal from the top down.

2. Remove the old rotating half of the water seal from the auger and clean the auger at the seal mounting area.

Sealant Here

Rubber

Metal

Outer Race

3. Apply Scotsman part number 19-0529-01 food grade sealant to the auger shoulder before pushing on the water seal. Place just enough sealant onto the shoulder of the auger, so that when the water seal is placed on the auger, the gap between the auger shoulder and the water seal is completely filled with the sealant.

4. Clean the inside of the evaporator at the bottom bearing and water seal mounting area. Lubricate the outside edge of the stationary seal with water.

5. Carefully push the stationary part of the water seal up into the bottom of the evaporator. It must go in straight and must not be pushed in beyond

1/4" past the bottom of the evaporator.

6. Install a new bottom bearing, push it into the evaporator under the new water seal. It must be pushed in straight, but do not push it in past 1/8" from the bottom of the evaporator tube.

8. The

Wider at Top

Narrower at Top

Inner Race

7. Mount the adapter stand to the bottom of the evaporator.

Hand tighten the three cap screws until the stand flange is tight against the bottom of the evaporator. Hand tighten the three cap screws until the stand flange is tight against the bottom bearing. Then, tighten the screws in a rotating pattern to insure proper alignment.

top bearing should also be changed at this time. Be sure to mount the top breaker/bearing assembly onto the auger before installing the auger into the evaporator tube.

9. Lower the auger into the evaporator, twist it to engage the splines of the coupling. Secure the breaker and bearing to the evaporator tube with the two screws removed in step 1 of “Ice

Breaker and Auger Removal”. Test the unit.

Water

Seal

May 1994

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MFE400

REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT: Gearmotor Assembly

Rebuilding The Gearmotor Assembly After removal of the gear motor from the unit, inspect the internal parts from this gearmotor.

Drive Motor Parts:

To replace the centrifugal switch and mechanism or the motor winding or the motor rotor, removal of the gearbox assembly is not necessary.

1. Place the gearbox on a flat surface, covered with rags to absorb any spilled lubricant.

2. Using a punch, drive the roll pins out of the casing.

1. Disconnect electrical power.

3. Remove the four cap screws on the top of the gearcase and the two under the motor.

2. Remove the cover from the top of the centrifugal switch assembly and remove the electric wires from the microswitch. To replace just the centrifugal switch, remove two machine screws retaining the switch, and remove the switch. To replace, reverse the procedure to this point.

4. Pry the two cases apart.

3. If the motor is to be removed, the next step is to remove the four screws holding down the plastic switch assembly housing and lift the housing off of the motor top.

4. Remove the centrifugal switch mechanism from the rotor by unscrewing the machine screw at the top of the rotor.

5. The motor and housing may now be removed.

Lift off the motor fan housing, and pull off the plastic fan. The next part to be removed is the motor winding. Disconnect the electrical leads of the motor from its control box location and lift off the winding.

When inspecting the internal parts, look for:

••

Condition and quantity of lubricant. (The proper oil level is near the top of the output (biggest) gear. This takes 5 oz. Use Scotsman oil, part number A25835-001.

••

Bearing condition

••

Gear and Shaft condition

••

Woodruff key between output gear and shaft.

••

Grease seals, back to back.

••

Vent hole

Be sure to count and retain the spacer washers as they come out of the gearbox.

6. The rotor is all that remains of the motor in the gear motor assembly. Use a pry bar to carefully pry up the rotor. (The only thing holding it in is the tight fit of the bottom rotor bearing into the top of the gear case.) To replace any of the above parts, reverse the disassembly procedure.

Removal of the Gearmotor Assembly

Replace the parts as required, using the part numbers found in the parts section of this manual.

Replace the gears into a CLEAN bottom gearcase, after adding some grease to the bearings. Replace the spacers in the same quantity as they were removed. If no count was kept, use the numbers found in the parts list.

Note: Some bearing grease should be placed in all bearings before assembly to insure proper lubrication upon start up.

1. Remove the top and right side panel.

Reassembly

2. Remove the ice chute assembly.

3. Unscrew the three cap screws retaining the evaporator assembly to the gearmotor assembly.

1. Set top gearcase on gears and spacers and oil.

Be sure O-ring is in place.

2. Drive roll pins back into locating holes.

4. Unscrew the bolts holding the gearmotor mounting plate to the ice machine chassis.

3. Replace cap screws into gearcase cover, and torque at 80-90 inch pounds.

5. Remove the motor and centrifugal switch electrical leads from their connections.

4. Bench test the gearmotor assembly.

6. Raise the evaporator assembly up enough that the output shaft clears the freezer adapter.

Test for noise, amp draw (must not be in excess of ice maker nameplate for gearmotor) and oil leaks.

7. Remove the gearmotor assembly from the ice machine.

Return the gearmotor assembly to the unit. Be certain all mounting surfaces are clean and reassemble to the gearmotor mounting plate. Then bolt back onto ice machine chassis.

Gearcase Service

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Gearmotor Service

MOTOR COVER

FAN

WINDING

ROTOR

FIRST GEAR

AND PINION

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OUTPUT

SHAFT

KEY

MFE400

SHAFT SEALS

MFE400

Reservoir.

1. Shut off the water supply.

2. Remove the top panel.

3. Remove the right side panel.

4. Drain the water reservoir and evaporator.

5. Disconnect inlet and outlet tubes from the reservoir.

6. Remove thumbnut holding reservoir to its mounting bracket.

7. Remove reservoir from the machine.

8. Reverse to reassemble.

Float Valve

1. Shut off the water supply.

2. Remove the top panel.

3. Remove the reservoir cover.

4. Remove the water inlet tube.

5. Remove nut (at inlet) holding valve to tank.

6. Replace with a new valve.

Cover

Float

Overflow

Hose

Water Inlet

Tank

Water Level

Thumbnut

Hose To Evaporator

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MFE400

Refrigeration System

This ice machine uses R-134a as the refrigerant.

This refrigerant has no chlorine, and therefore requires polyolester type refrigerant oil. This oil requires specific service procedures.

General Service

A HFC type liquid line drier is required. "Standard" driers may not take out enough moisture and may affect the oil additives.

The time that the refrigeration system is open to the air must not exceed 15 minutes. The oil will rapidly absorb moisture from the air, and the contact time must be kept to a minimum.

A special or very sensitive electronic leak detector will be needed to locate refrigerant leaks. Many are on the market that will sense R-134a.

The access valves must be in the closed position before the hose caps are removed. Do not remove the hose caps before checking the position of the valve. Use a 3/16" allen wrench to open and close the valve.

Recovery and vacuum equipment should use

Torque Stem to 6-8 ft. lb.

Torque Stem

Cap to 8-12 ft. lb.

Torque Fitting Cap to 7-12 ft. lb.

polyolester oil to minimize cross-contamination.

A HFC type drier must be used.

As with any other refrigerant, do not place pressurized air or oxygen into the refrigeration system.

Evacuation to 200 microns is recommended.

40

45

50

33

34

35

75

90

20

25

30

14

16

18

31

32

Temperature Pressure Chart, Selected Points

Temperature in

0

F.

PSIG of R-134a

-10

-6

2.0

3.7

-4

-2

4.6

5.5

3

4

5

0

1

2

10

12

6.5

7.0

7.5

8.0

8.6

9.1

12.0

13.2

110

120

130

150

146.4

171.1

198.7

262.8

28.6

29.5

30.4

35.0

40.0

45.4

78.7

104.3

14.4

15.7

17.1

18.4

22.1

26.1

26.9

27.8

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PS-14-91

October 1991

SERVICE BULLETIN

SUBJECT: Ranco Thermostat Altitude Adjustment

Scotsman currently specifies the Ranco brand of thermostat for use in its ice machines. Some of the thermostats are not adjustable, but do have an adjustment for altitude.

This table describes that adjustment. The altitude refers to the location of the ice machine. The amount of adjustment is in degrees of rotation of the adjustment screw.

Thermostat Part

Number

11-0354- (all)

11-0353- (all)

Adjustment

Range Screw CW

Altitude (ft. above sea level) Amount of adjustment

(from factory setting)

2,000

4,000

35 o

90 o

6,000

8,000

2,000

145 o

190 o

55 o

4,000

6,000

8,000

160 o

250 o

340 o

Do NOT adjust these thermostats for any reason other than high altitudes.

Note: To adjust, rotate screw number of degrees from factory position.

PS-5-93

July, 1993

SERVICE BULLETIN

SUBJECT: Small Flaker Coupling Noise

The correct diagnosis of any service problem is critical to making a correct repair. When small flakers (those using the 1 ⁄

10

H.P. gearmotor - models such as AF1, AF325, FD470, and MF400) produce a "clicking" or

"snapping" sound, one of the most likely possible problems is mis-alignment between the auger shaft and the gearmotor output shaft. The sound is produced by the motion of the coupling between the two shafts because of the mis-alignment. The noise may seem to come from the evaporator. Another clue is finding aluminum

"dust" from the coupling on the gearcase cover.

A quick test is to spray some lubricant on the auger shaft at the top of the coupling. If the noise stops, mis-alignment is the problem. The proper repair is to replace the following parts:

1. The coupling, part number A29915-002. Be sure to grease it when re-assembling.

2. The adapter, part number 08-0595-01.

3. Gaskets, part numbers 13-0628-00 and 02-1505-00.

3. The gearmotor cover, part number A28165-021. Check the oil and gears when the gearmotor is apart.

4. Also check the splines of the auger, they may have become damaged and then the auger must be replaced also.

Scotsman is now shipping replacement gearmotors with the adapter included to insure that this critical part is changed.

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