1) Defrost Control

A thermistor (Semiconductor) is used for a defrost control sensor. The resistance var- ies depending on the Suction Line temperatures. The Thermistor detects the tempera- ture of the Evaporator outlet to start the Defrost Timer. No adjustment is required. If necessary, check for resistance between Thermistor leads, and visually check the Thermistor mounting, located on the Suction Line next to the Evaporator outlet.

Temperature (°F)

Resistance (k)

0

14.401

10

10.613

32

6.000

50

3.871

70

2.474

90

1.633

Check a thermistor for resistance by using the following procedures.

(i)Disconnect the connector K3 on the board.

(ii)Remove the Thermistor. See “V. 11. REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF THER- MISTOR.”

(iii)Immerse the Thermistor sensor portion in a glass containing ice and water for 2 or 3 minutes.

(iv)Check for a resistance between Thermistor leads.

Normal reading is within 3.5 to 7 k. Replace the Thermistor if it exceeds the normal reading.

2) Defrost Timer

No adjustment is required under normal use, as the Defrost Timer is adjusted to the suitable position. However, if necessary when all the ice formed on the Evaporator does not fall into the bin in the harvest cycle, adjust the Defrost Timer to longer setting by adjusting the Dip Switch (No. 1 & 2) on the Controller Board.

SETTING

 

TIME

Dip Switch

Dip Switch

 

No. 1

 

No. 2

 

OFF

 

OFF

60 seconds

ON

 

OFF

90 seconds

OFF

 

ON

120 seconds

ON

 

ON

180 seconds

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KM-900MAF, KM-900MRF3, KM-900MWF, KM-900MRF specifications

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