Ice-O-Matic ICE250 through ICE2100 SERIES - Manual (Page 20)

ICE Series Start-Up Procedure
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Start-Up Procedure
Before starting the machine, make sure the machine is level within 1/8 inch in all directions, the bin or dispenser leg
height can be adjusted by rotating the leg foot.
Check the water level in the water trough. It should be approximately ½ inch above the top of the water pump impeller
housing. The water level can be adjusted by bending the float arm.
Move the ICE-OFF-WASH switch to the ICE position.
Check for proper water flow over the evaporator(s). There should be an even flow of water over the evaporator(s).
Check the water regulating valve (water cooled machine) for proper adjustment by measuring the water temperature at
the outlet of the condenser. It should be between 100
°F and 110°F (38°C and 43°C). Adjust the water regulating
valve as required.
As ice begins to form on the evaporators, check the freeze pattern of the ice. Ice should form evenly across the
evaporator. Models ICE0800, 1000, 1800 and 2100 machines will have a slight variance from the top to the bottom of
the evaporator(s).
Bridge Thickness and Timer Adjustment
Once the ice drops off the evaporator(s) during harvest, check the bridge thickness of the ice slab. The bridge should
be 3/16 of an inch on Undercounter, ICE0250 and ICE0305 units. The bridge should be 1/8 of an inch on all other
units. If the bridge thickness is incorrect, the timer will need adjustment.
The ice bridge thickness is controlled by the freeze timer located in the control box. To check the timer setting add the
seconds of each dipswitch turned to the “ON” position. The number beside the each dipswitch represents seconds.
To increase the bridge thickness, increase the timer setting. To decrease the bridge thickness, decrease the timer
setting. The freeze timer can be adjusted by sliding one or more switches to either the “ON” or “OFF” position to
obtain the desired setting.
Note: The right hand timer on the ICE1400, 1800 and 2100 units should be set at 4 seconds only, do not adjust
this timer.
Bridge Thickness
Combine time in seconds
Timer shown is set for 31 seconds