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T400A/W, MCD400A/W, R400A/W,
MFD400A/W, D400A/W Icemakers
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Installation, Operation and Service Manual
www.follettice.com
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to the appropriate operations person.
801 Church Lane � Easton, PA 18040, USA
Toll free (800) 523-9361 � (610) 252-7301
Fax (610) 250-0696 � www.follettice.com 208600R13
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Follett Corporation Equipment Return Policy Follett equipment may be returned for credit under the following conditions: 1. The equipment is new and unused. 2. A return authorization number has been issued by customer service within 30 days after shipment. 3. Follett receives the equipment at the factory in Easton, PA within 30 days after issuance of the return authorization number. 4. The equipment must be returned in Follett packaging. If the packaging has been damaged or discarded, Follett wi
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Table of contents Welcome to Follett Corporation 4 Specifications 5 Installation 7 Top mount icemakers (models T400A/W, MCD400A/W and MFD400A/W) 7 Satellite-fill icemakers (models MCD400A/W, R400A/W) 8 Ventilation 13 Ice transport tube 14 Start up 16 Operation 16 Cleaning 16 Weekly exterior care 16 Monthly condenser cleaning 17 Semi-annual evaporator cleaning 17 Service 18 Icemaker operation 18 Technical specifications 19 Refrigeration system diagram 19 Refrigeration pressure
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Welcome to Follett Follett equipment enjoys a well-deserved reputation for excellent performance, long-term reliability and outstanding after-the-sale support. To ensure that this equipment delivers that same degree of service, we ask that you review the installation portion of this manual before beginning to install the unit. Our instructions are designed to help you achieve a trouble-free installation. Should you have any questions or require technical help at any time, please call our tec
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Specifications Electrical Each icemaker and dispenser require a separate circuit with electrical disconnect within 10 ft (6m). Equipment ground required. Standard electrical – 115V, 60Hz, 1 phase. Maximum dispenser fuse – 15 amps, Maximum icemaker fuse – 20 amps each Maximum icemaker amperage – 11 amps each Cord and plug provided on icemaker and dispenser Electrical connections Model Electrical connection Circuits required 25FB400A/W, 50FB400A/W, 110FB400A/W cord & plug provided 115/60/1, 20
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Dimensions and clearances Entire front of icemaker must be clear of obstructions/connections to allow removal. 12" (305mm) clearance above icemaker for service. 6" (153mm) minimum clearance between exhaust side of icemaker and any adjacent equipment. MCD400A & R400A – 18" (457mm) minimum, 10 ft (3m) maximum clearance between discharge and air intake grilles. Front view — air-cooled Back view — air-cooled top mount top mount C 13.00" (331mm) 4.875" B (124mm) 2.375" A (61mm) Front view — water-c
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Installation Icemaker performance is very sensitive to the quality of installation. To ensure proper performance, ease of service and warranty coverage, it is critical that you follow the requirements detailed in this manual. If you cannot meet these requirements or have questions, call our technical service group immediately at (800) 523-9361 or (610) 252-7301. Top mount icemaker on bin installation procedure (models MCD400A/WBT and MFD400A/WBT) Install icemaker and rough-in utilities 1. In
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After turning power on 1. Turn power to icemaker on and confirm that gearmotor, compressor and fan motor start immediately. 2. Check that ice begins to enter bin within approximately 10 minutes. 3. With icemaker running, check that float reservoir water level is approximately 3/8" (10mm) below internal overflow and adjust to this level (raised line on side of reservoir) if necessary. 4. After making ice for 10 minutes, put ice against ice level control stat cap tube and check that icemaker
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Field wiring diagrams for Satellite-fill icemaker installations All field wiring must be installed in accordance with NEC and local electrical codes. Field wiring diagram is intended only to aid electrician or technician in understanding how equipment works. Should local codes require a hard-wired connection and/or shielded wiring, eliminate the cord and plug(s) and follow the appropriate field wiring diagram. MCD400A/W and R400A/W icemakers have separate power supply from dispenser. Electric d
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Installing Satellite-fill icemaker and rough-in utilities with optional slide-out accessory The slide-out accessory allows the icemaker to be pulled out on a track from below a counter without disconnecting utilities. A leg supports the icemaker in the full-out position. If your order did not include a slide-out accessory proceed to icemaker ventilation and exhaust. Step 1 – Installing track accessory (Follow either A or B below for Satellite-fill icemaker) Track must be positioned flush ag
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Step 2 – Installing Satellite-fill icemaker on slide-out track A. When icemaker is shipped with slide-out track accessory (follow either A or B) 1. Connect inlet water, drain, and power supply to back of vertical utility panel. 2. Place icemaker on slide-out track assembly. 3. Connect drain and water lines. 4. Connect electrical plugs from icemaker to utility panel. B. When icemaker is installed in and shipped with counter 1. Remove two outer rear screws from icemaker and install supplied
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Front view 5.25" 3/8" OD push-in condenser inlet (134mm) (water-cooled only) icemaker 3/8" OD push-in condenser drain (water-cooled only) power outlet icemaker twist-lock 3/8" OD push-in icemaker water inlet bin signal cord barbed push-on icemaker drain 25.875" (658mm) Side view (All customer field connections are made to rear of vertical 3/8" OD push-in condenser inlet utility panel) cord holder (water-cooled only) 3/8" OD push-in condenser drain vertical utility panel (water-cooled only) 3
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Satellite-fill icemaker ventilation and exhaust requirements Fabricator-supplied, custom air intake grilles must have 12" x 12" (305mm x 305mm) opening yielding 100 sq. inches (645 sq. cm) of open air space within duct perimeter. Block off any open area outside of the air duct. Intake air requirements — air-cooled icemakers (MCD400AHS, MCD400AVS & R400A only) 1. Check that 2" (51mm) duct is installed on condenser front. 2. Cut a 12" x 12" (305mm x 305mm) opening in counter face to align with
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Satellite-fill icemaker ice transport tube installation Incorrect ice transport tube installation can result in wet ice and dispensing problems. Follow guidelines below to ensure correct installation. Call factory for assistance if you are unable to meet these requirements. General requirements Maximum length of tube run – 20 ft (6m). Factory approval required for longer runs. Run tube without dips. One continuous length of tube; no splices. Minimum radius of bends in tube – 6" (153mm) inside
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Additional ice transport tube connection specifications for Vision series ice and beverage dispensers Check to make sure bin signal on icemaker control board is switched to 24 volt connection. 1. Push one end of ice transport tube(s) through hole(s) provided in side of dispenser. 2. Route tube into ice tube bracket inside dispenser and engage bracket tabs in holes located in end of ice transport tube(s) (see drawings below). 3. Verify bin thermostat capillary tube is mounted correctly (see
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Ice transport tube installation detail install insulation on full run of tube Dispenser Evaporator grommet install clamp behind lip on evaporator port Satellite-fill icemaker start up procedure The start-up procedure below is intended to ensure that icemaker is operating properly after installation has been made. Check each item listed and call factory immediately for assistance if you experience problems with unit. Before turning on power 1. Turn on water to icemaker. 2. Push down on float
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Monthly condenser cleaning (air-cooled icemaker only) 1. Use a vacuum cleaner or stiff brush to carefully clean condenser coils of air-cooled icemakers to ensure optimal performance. 2. When reinstalling counter panels in front of remote icemakers, be sure that ventilation louvers line up with condenser air duct. Fig. 5 Semi-annual evaporator cleaning (every 6 months) Solution A – Ice machine cleaner: Prepare one gallon (3.8L) of Follett 2 ™ SafeCLEAN Ice Machine Cleaner (one 7 oz packe
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Service Icemaker Operation (all models) Follett’s icemaker consists of four distinct functional systems: � Refrigeration system � Water system � Harvesting system � Electrical control system These four systems work together to accomplish the production and harvesting of ice. A problem in any one of these systems will result in improper operation of the entire ice production cycle. When troubleshooting the icemaker, it is important to analyze the entire system operation to determine which syste
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Technical specifications (all models) Refrigeration system diagram high side high pressure service port switch condenser filter dryer low side service port compressor evaporator high high low low pressure pressure pressure pressure thermostatic vapor vapor liquid liquid expansion valve Refrigeration pressure data Notes: 1) Water regulating valve is factory set at 225 PSIG head pressure. 2) Readings within 10% of above table values should be considered normal. Air-cooled Icemaker Water-
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RED WHITE BLACK BLUE 24V COMMON LINE VAC Air-cooled icemaker capacity/24 hrs. Water-cooled icemaker capacity/24 hrs. Performance with new RG Group 1/2 ton coil (Note: Data expressed in lbs/hr and kg/hr) Ambient Air Temperature ˚F/˚C Ambient Air Temperature ˚F/˚C 60 70 80 90 100 60 70 80 90 100 F F 16 21 27 32 38 C 16 21 27 32 38 C 50 451 447 442 437 428 lbs. 50 510 454 397 335 273 lbs. 10 204 202 200 199 194 kg. 10 232 206 180 152 124 kg. 482 435 389 329 270 lbs. 60 423 413 409 399 394 lbs. 60 2
