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REMOVAL FROM SERVICE
WINTERIZATION
Special precautions must be taken if the ice machine 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.
SELF-CONTAINED AIR-COOLED ICE
MACHINES
1.Disconnect the electric power at the circuit breaker or the electric service switch.
2.Turn off the water supply.
3.Remove the water from the water trough.
4.Disconnect and drain the incoming
5.Blow compressed air in both the incoming water and the drain openings in the rear of the ice machine until no more water comes out of the inlet water lines or the drain.
6.Make sure water is not trapped in any of the water lines, drain lines, distribution tubes, etc.
