Manitowoc Ice QF0400 Ice Machine Operation, Section, Removal from Service/Winterization, 3-18

Ice Machine Operation Section 3

Removal from Service/Winterization

GENERAL

Special precautions must be taken if the ice machine head section is to be removed from service for an extended period of time or exposed to ambient temperatures of 32°F (0°C) or below.

!Caution

If water is allowed to remain in the ice machine in freezing temperatures, severe damage to some components could result. Damage of this nature is not covered by the warranty.

Follow the applicable procedure below.

1.Disconnect the electrical power at the circuit breaker or the electric service switch.

2.Turn off the water supply.

3.Disconnect and drain the incoming ice-making water line at the rear of the ice machine.

4.Disconnect drain tubing (from the inlet to dump valve) and drain water into container and discard.

5.Make sure water is not trapped in any of the water lines, drain lines, distribution tubes, etc.

WATER COOLED CONDENSING UNIT

1.Perform steps 1-6 in previous column.

2.Disconnect the incoming water and drain lines from the water-cooled condenser.

3.Insert a large screwdriver between the bottom spring coils of the water regulating valve. Pry upward to open the valve.

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Pry Open the Water Regulating Valve

4.Hold the valve open and blow compressed air through the condenser until no water remains.

3-18 Part Number 80-1214-3