How The Machine Makes Ice - Franklin Chef FIM400 Manual Del Usuario

When the ice storage bin is full, the sheet of cubes will not fall completely. The water curtain
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opens and keeps the microswitch open. The machine is in the bin full stage.
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The unit will start making ice again after ice cubes are removed. At the same time, the water
curtain swings back to hold the microswitch in operating position.
Ice-making stage
IMPORTANT:
Although the unit has been tested and cleaned at the factory, due to long-term transit and
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storage, the first batch of cubes must be discarded.
Never turn off the water supply tap when the ice maker is working.
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Never touch the evaporator when the machine is running.
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Except to take ice from the unit, keep the bin door closed to reduce melting and ensure proper
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ice formation.

How the Machine Makes Ice

Turn the power switch to the ON position. After about 3 minutes the machine will automatically
go into the ice-making stage.
There are two distinct cycles: Freeze and Harvest. During the freeze cycle, water flows to the
evaporator surface. In the harvest cycle, the ice is released and water enters the machine. A
complete cycle (freeze cycle and harvest cycle) takes 15 to 40 minutes, depending on
temperature and operating conditions.
Freeze: During the freeze cycle the compressor is pumping refrigerant, the fan motor is blowing
air, and the water pump is pumping water. When the batch of ice has been fully formed,
the ice maker stops the freeze cycle and the harvest cycle starts.
Harvest: During the harvest cycle the compressor is still operating, and power is supplied to the
water purge and hot gas valves. The water purge valve opens and allows the water pump
Ice harvest stage
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