Hoshizaki AM-50BAE-ADDS, AM-50BAE-DS service manual Thermistor Check

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D. Thermistor Check

To check thermistor resistance, follow the steps below.

1)Move the control switch to the "OFF" position.

2)Unplug the appliance.

3)Remove the control box cover.

4)Remove the thermistor from the evaporator.

5)Immerse the thermistor sensor portion in a glass containing ice and water for 2 or 3 min.

6)Disconnect the thermistor connector from CB and check the resistance between thermistor leads. Normal range is 5.5 to 6.5 kΩ. If outside the normal range, replace the thermistor. See "IV.B. Important Notes for Component Replacement." If within the normal range, continue to the next step.

7)Replace the thermistor in its correct position. See "IV.B. Important Notes for Component Replacement."

8)Reconnect the thermistor connector to CB.

9)Replace the control box cover in its correct position.

10)Plug the appliance back into the electrical outlet.

11)Move the control switch to the "ICE" position.

Legend: CB–control board; Comp–compressor

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Contents AM-50BAE AM-50BAE-DS AM-50BAE-AD AM-50BAE-ADDS Hoshizaki AMERICA, INC Contents Important Safety Information Page Page Construction Water/Refrigeration Circuit Diagram Diagnosis CycleService Diagnosis Diagnostic Procedure Auxiliary Code C-0 and Earlier Page Page Diagnostic Procedure Auxiliary Code C-1 and Later Page Page Bin Control Check Thermistor Check Diagnostic Tables No Ice ProductionNo Ice Production Possible Cause Freeze-Up Freeze-Up Possible Cause Harvest CycleFreeze Cycle Low Ice Production Low Ice Production Possible Cause Long Harvest CycleLong Freeze Cycle III. Control Board Control Board Layout Auxiliary Code C-0 and EarlierAuxiliary Code C-1 and Later Settings and Adjustments VR1 Harvest ControlVR2 Freeze Control LED 1 24VAC Control SwitchLED Lights Auxiliary Code C-1 and Later LED 2 FreezeIV. Refrigeration Circuit and Component Service Information Refrigeration Circuit Service InformationRefrigerant Recovery Brazing Evacuation and Recharge R-134aComponent Service Information ComponentMaintenance Schedule MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Frequency Area TaskOptional Drain Pump HS-0248 or HS-5061 Priming InstructionsDischarge Hose VI. Preparing the Icemaker for Periods of Non-Use VII. Disposal 145 227238 200Wiring Diagrams Auxiliary Code C-1 and Later HS-0248 and HS-5061 Optional Drain Pump

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