Scotsman FB1222 - Manual (Page 8)

Water Supply and Drains
The water supply for ice making must be cold,
potable water. There is a single
3
8
” male flare
potable water connection on the back panel.
Backflow
The design of the float valve and reservoir prevents
potable water backflow by means of a 1" air gap
between the reservoir's maximum water level
and the float valve water inlet orifice.
Drain
There is one ¾” FPT condensate drain fitting at
the back of the cabinet.
Attach Tubing
Connect the potable water supply to the potable
water fitting,
3
8
” OD copper tubing or the equivalent
is recommended.
Water filtration is recommended. If there is an
existing filter, change the cartridge.
Drains - use rigid tubing: Connect the drain tube to
the condensate drain fitting. Vent the drain.
Do not Tee ice machine drains into the drain tube
from the ice storage bin or dispenser. Back ups
could contaminate and / or melt the ice in the bin or
dispenser. Be sure to vent the bin drain.
Follow all local and national codes for tubing, traps
and air gaps.
August 2011
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NB0622, NB0922, FB1222, NB1322
Installation and Use
Air Cooled Plumbing
Water Inlet
Condensate
Drain
Building Drain
Drain Vent