Manitowoc Ice Q290, Q160, Q300 Problem Possible Cause To Correct, There is power to, Runs

Section 1 Troubleshooting

WARNING

Unplug unit before servicing or cleaning.

Ice dispenser bin contains parts that can move at any time and will cause injury if hands are in

the way.

WARNING

Unplug unit before servicing or cleaning.

The agitator is operated by a timer and can agitate at anytime

Electric Shock Hazard.

Problem: Ice Does Not Dispense When Rocking Chute is Depressed.

Problem	Possible Cause	To Correct
There is power to the	The dispenser is plugged in with	If no power is present, check the
dispenser, however nothing	power to the receptacle. With a	cord and plug of the dispenser,
runs.	meter, check to see if power is getting	Replace cord set if wire is broken.
	to the white and black cord wires
	inside the electric box.
	Is power able to conduct through the	Check continuity at the microswitch,
	microswitch? With the dispenser	replace the switch or repair the
	unplugged and the ohm meter probes	connection if defective.
	on the “C” and “NC” terminals,
	depress the microswitch lever. The
	mere reading should display ohms.
	Release the microswitch lever. The
	ohm value should register continuity.
	If the gearmotor attempts to start but	If the capacitor does not test
	fails to do so, check the capacitor.	correctly, replace the capacitor.
	Use a capacitor checker according to
	the instructions supplied.
	If gearmotor fails to attempt to start,	If gearmotor tests open, replace the
	check the gearmotor. First,	gearmotor.
	disconnect power from the dispenser.
	Then disconnect the gearmotor wires
	in the junction box. Check for
	continuity through the gearmotor.

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