Step 10

Stand the assembled feed tube in the corner of the mix hopper and place the agitator on the agitator housing.

Figure 41

Step 11

Return to the freezer with a small amount of sanitizing solution. Dip the door spout brush into the sanitizing solution and brush clean the door spout and bottom of the draw valve.

Note: To assure sanitary conditions are maintained, brush clean each item for a total of 60 seconds, repeatedly dipping the brush in sanitizing solution.

Repeat these steps for the other side of the C717.

Figure 42

The pin on the inner feed tube should be turned and positioned at the bottom of the notch in the outer feed tube. This will align the holes in the feed tubes and allow mix and air to enter the freezing cylinder.

Priming

Note: Use only FRESH MIX when priming the freezer.

Step 1

With a pail beneath the door spout(s), open the draw valve. Pour 2-1/2 gallons (9.5 liters) of FRESH mix into the mix hopper and allow it to flow into the freezing cylinder. This will force out any remaining sanitizing solution. When full strength mix is flowing from the door spout, close the draw valve.

Step 2

When mix stops bubbling down into the freezing cylinder, install the assembled feed tubes in the mix inlet hole.

Figure 43

Step 3

Select the AUTO symbol .

Step 4

Fill the hopper with fresh mix and place the mix hopper cover in position.

Repeat these steps for the other side of the C717.

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Taylor C709 manual Priming, Repeat these steps for the other side of the C717
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C717, C709 specifications

Taylor C709 and C717 are two outstanding models from the renowned Taylor Guitars, each designed to cater to the discerning tastes of musicians looking for exceptional playability, sound quality, and craftsmanship.

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In terms of playability, both the C709 and C717 are built with a smooth mahogany neck and an ebony fingerboard, which provides a comfortable playing surface for intricate fingerwork and chords. The action is set to make playing effortless, whether you're a beginner or an experienced musician.

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