Scotsman SCV32 - Manual (Page 12)

Troubleshooting
SCV32
February 2003
Page 11
Symptom Possible Cause Probable Fix
Cabinet too warm Switched off Check temperature control
Cabinet wrong temperature Temperature control out of
adjustment Check adjustment
Temperature control failure Call for service
Operates too long Dirty condenser fins Clean condenser fins
Cabinet full of warm product Unit must operate for many hours to
cool warm product
Door gasket not tight Check gasket fit
Thick frost on evaporator Shut unit off until frost melts off, check
thick frost symptom below
Unit in very warm conditions Sunlight or high room temperatures
will increase operating time
Makes excessive noise Fan will make noise May be normal
Fan blade contacting shroud Check for free fan blade rotation
Will not cool Dirty condenser fins Clean condenser fins
Fan motor not turning blade Check fan motor/call for service
Low on refrigerant Check system/call for service
Compressor not operating Check compressor/call for service
Thick frost on evaporator Gasket not sealing Check gasket
Door not closing Check door
Thermostat not keeping unit off long
enough Check thermostat. Should cut in at
44
o
F evaporator temp. Cut out varies.
Excessive operating time Check for cause (see above)
Cabinet light does not work properly Light burned out Replace bulb
Door switch does not close Check/replace door switch
Cannot switch light on with door
closed Check/replace rocker switch
Water running from inside cabinet Drain trough hose plugged Clean hose
Water leak Drain hose out of position Call for service
Drain pan overfilling Check door and door gasket