Ice-O-Matic EMF Series - Manual (Page 17)

Flake Ice Machines Winterizing Procedures
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Winterizing Procedures
Important!
Whenever the ice machine is taken out of operation during the winter months, the procedure
below must be performed. Failure to do so may cause serious damage and will void all
warranties.
1. Turn off water to machine.
2. Make sure all ice is out of the evaporator(s)
3. Place the ON/OFF switch to the “OFF” position.
4. Disconnect the tubing between the evaporator and water float.
5. Drain the water system completely.
6. On water cooled machines, hold the water regulating valve
open by prying upward on the water valve spring with a
screwdriver while using compressed air to blow all the water out
of the condenser.
7. Remove all of the ice in the storage bin and discard.
Disconnect tubing from float to evaporator
and drain water from the evaporator