Manitowoc RN-1000 Operating instructions

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RN Model Nugget

Ice Machines

Manitowoc

Part Number 000007282 4/10

Table of Contents

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Section 1

General Information

Model Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Dispenser Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Section 2

Installation Instructions

Location of Ice Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Clearance Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Ice Machine Heat of Rejection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Removing Drain Plug and Leveling the Ice Storage Bin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Electrical Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Fuse/Circuit Breaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Minimum Power Cord Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

For United Kingdom Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Maximum Breaker Size & Minimum Circuit Amperage Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

QuietQube Remote Condensing Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Water Supply and Drain Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Water Inlet Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Drain Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Water-Cooled Condenser Water Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Cooling Tower Applications (Water-Cooled Models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Water Supply and Drain Line Sizing/Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Refrigeration System Installation

Remote Condensing Unit Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Refrigeration Line Set Installation

Remote Condensing Unit Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

A. Line Set Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

B. Line Set Rise or Drop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

C. Suction Line Oil Traps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Installation Check List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

RN0400 Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Before Turning Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

After Turning Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Additional Checks for QuietQube Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Table of Contents (continued)

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Section 3

Operation

Bin Thermostat (RN0400 Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

RN0400 Self-Contained Air or Water-Cooled Sequence of Operation . . . . . . . . 18

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

RN1000, RN1400 Self-Contained Air-Cooled, Water-Cooled

Sequence of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Flush Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

RN1000, RN1400 QuietQube Remote Condensing Unit

Sequence of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Section 4

Maintenance

Cleaning and Sanitizing Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Exterior Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Cleaning/Sanitizing Procedure RN0400 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Cleaning/Sanitizing Procedure RN1000/RN1400 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Section 5

Customer Support

Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Commercial Ice Machine Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Residential Ice Machine Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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Section 1

General Information

Model Numbers

This manual covers the following models:

DISPENSER INSTALLATION

• No adapter is needed for machines that match the

size of the dispenser unless required by the

dispenser manufacturer.

• No deflector is required unless specified by the

dispenser manufacturer.

• A bin thermostat to control ice level is recommended.

• Ice machine must be secured to dispenser.

• Extension ice discharge tube (supplied with ice

machine) must be installed in dispenser applications

- Unscrew factory installed ice discharge tube and

install extended ice discharge tube to lower the level

of ice in the dispenser. Removal and installation must

be performed from the ice machine compartment (top

down) and not from the dispenser compartment

(bottom up).

Self-Contained Air-Cooled Self-Contained Water-Cooled QuietQube Head RFC Remote Condensing Unit

RN0408A — — —

RN1008A RN1009W RN1078C RNC1075

RN1408A RN1409W RN1478C RNC1475

!

Warning

Remove all ice machine panels before lifting and

installing.

!

Warning

Do not operate equipment that has been misused,

abused, neglected, damaged, or altered/modified

from that of original manufactured specifications.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons

(including children) with reduced physical, sensory

or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and

knowledge, unless they have been given

supervision concerning use of the appliance by a

person responsible for their safety.

!

Caution

All dispenser manufacturers require a kit be

installed for Nugget type ice. Contact the dispenser

manufacturer for the correct adapter and nugget

dispensing kit for your specific model dispenser.

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Section 2

Installation Instructions

Location of Ice Machine

The location selected for the ice machine must meet the

following criteria. If any of these criteria are not met,

select another location.

• The location must be free of airborne and other

contaminants.

• The air temperature must be at least 50°F (14.4°C),

but must not exceed 100°F (37.8°C).

• Remote air cooled - The air temperature must be at

least -20°F (-29°C), but must not exceed 120°F

(49°C).

• The location must not be near heat-generating

equipment or in direct sunlight and must be protected

from weather.

• The location must not obstruct air flow through or

around the ice machine. Refer to the chart below for

clearance requirements.

• Location must be indoors.

Clearance Requirements

The entire front of the ice machine must be clear of

obstructions/connections to allow removal.

* There is no minimum clearance required for water-cooled or remote

ice machines. This value is recommended for efficient operation and

servicing only.

Installation Requirements

• The ice machine and bin must be level.

• Run the ice machine and bin drains separately.

• Bin drain termination must have an air gap.

• The ice machine and bin must be sanitized after

installation.

• Local water conditions may require treatment of the

water to inhibit scale formation, filter sediment, and

remove chlorine odor and taste.

• Routine adjustments and maintenance procedures

outlined in this manual are not covered by the

warranty.

RN0400

Self-Contained

Air-Cooled

Self-Contained

Water-Cooled

Back 5 in. (12.7 cm) —

Sides/Top 8 in. (20.3 cm) —

RN1000/RN1400

Self-Contained

Air-Cooled

Water-Cooled

and Remote*

Back 5 in. (12.7 cm) 5 in. (12.7 cm)

Sides/Top 8 in. (20.3 cm) 8 in. (20.3 cm)

!

Caution

The ice machine must be protected if it will be

subjected to temperatures below 32°F (0°C). Failure

caused by exposure to freezing temperatures is not

covered by the warranty.

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Ice Machine Heat of Rejection

Ice machines, like other refrigeration equipment, reject

heat through the condenser. It is helpful to know the

amount of heat rejected by the ice machine when sizing

air conditioning equipment where self-contained air-

cooled ice machines are installed.

This information is also necessary when evaluating the

benefits of using water-cooled or remote condensers to

reduce air conditioning loads. The amount of heat added

to an air conditioned environment by an ice machine

using a water-cooled or remote condenser is negligible.

Knowing the amount of heat rejected is also important

when sizing a cooling tower for a water-cooled

condenser.

Removing Drain Plug and Leveling the Ice

Storage Bin

1. Remove threaded plug from drain fitting.

2. Screw the leveling legs onto the bottom of the bin.

3. Screw the foot of each leg in as far as possible.

4. Move the bin into its final position.

5. Level the bin to assure that the bin door closes and

seals properly. Use a level on top of the bin. Turn the

base of each foot as necessary to level the bin.

6. Inspect bin gasket prior to ice machine installation.

(Manitowoc bins come with a closed cell foam

gasket installed along the top surface of the bin.)

7. Remove all panels from ice machine before lifting.

and installing on bin. Remove both front panels, top

cover, left and right side panels.

Series

Ice Machine

Heat of Rejection

The figure shown is an average.

Air-Cooled

Water-Cooled

RN0400 - 60 HZ 5,000 BTU/hr

1260 Kcal/hr

—

RN0400 - 50 HZ 5,000 BTU/hr

1260 Kcal/hr

—

RN1000 - 60 HZ 11,300 BTU/hr

2848 Kcal/hr

12,800 BTU/hr

3226 Kcal/hr

RN1000 - 50 HZ 11,300 BTU/hr

2848 Kcal/hr

12,800 BTU/hr

3226 Kcal/hr

RN1400 - 60 HZ 16,000 BTU/hr

4032 Kcal/hr

16,400 BTU/hr

4133 Kcal/hr

RN1400 - 50 HZ 15,500 BTU/hr

3906 Kcal/hr

15,500 BTU/hr

3906 Kcal/hr

!

Caution

The legs must be screwed in tightly to prevent them

from bending.

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Electrical Service

VOLTAGE

The maximum allowable voltage variation is ±10% of the

rated voltage at ice machine start-up (when the electrical

load is highest).

All electrical work, including wire routing and grounding,

must conform to local, state and national electrical

codes. The following precautions must be observed:

• The ice machine must be grounded.

• A separate fuse/circuit breaker must be provided for

each ice machine.

• A qualified electrician must determine proper wire

size dependent upon location, materials used and

length of run (minimum circuit ampacity can be used

to help select the wire size).

• The maximum allowable voltage variation is +/-10 of

the rated voltage at ice machine start-up (when the

electrical load is highest).

• Check all ground screws in the control box and verify

they are tight before starting the ice machine.

FUSE/CIRCUIT BREAKER

A separate fuse/circuit breaker must be provided for

each ice machine.

GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER

We do not recommend the use of a GFCI/GFI circuit

protection with our equipment. If a GFCI/GFI is required

by code, use a GFCI/GFI breaker rather than outlet

which is more prone to intermittent nuisance trips than

panel circuit breakers.

MINIMUM POWER CORD SPECIFICATIONS

RN400 – NEMA 5-20P Plug

RN1000A and RN1000W – NEMA 6-15P Plug

RN1000R/N and RN1400R/N – NEMA 5-15P Plug

RN1400A and RN1400W – NEMA 6-20P

The wire size to the receptacle is dependent upon

location, materials used, length of run, etc., so it must be

determined by a qualified electrician. Local, state or

national requirements will supersede our minimum

requirements.

!

Warning

All wiring must conform to local, state and national

codes.

!

Warning

The ice machine must be grounded in accordance

with national and local electrical codes.

Important

Observe correct polarity of incoming line voltage.

Incorrect polarity can lead to erratic ice machine

operation.

FOR UNITED KINGDOM ONLY

As the colors of the wires in the mains lead of the appliance may not

correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug,

proceed as follows:

• The wire which is colored green and yellow

must be connected to the

terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth

ground symbol or colored green or green and yellow.

• The wire colored blue

must be connected to the terminal which is marked

with the letter N or colored black.

• The wire colored brown

must be connected to the terminal which is

marked with the letter L or colored red.

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Maximum Breaker Size & Minimum Circuit Amperage Chart

QUIETQUBE REMOTE CONDENSING UNIT

Important

Due to continuous improvements, this information is for reference only.

Please refer to the ice machine serial number tag to verify electrical data.

Serial tag information overrides information listed on this page.

Series Ice

Machine

Voltage

Phase

Cycle

Air-Cooled Water-Cooled QuietQube

Maximum

Fuse/Circuit

Breaker

Minimum

Circuit

Amps

Maximum

Fuse/Circuit

Breaker

Minimum

Circuit

Amps

Maximum

Fuse/Circuit

Breaker

Total

Circuit

Amps

RN0400

115/1/60 20 Amp 11 Amp — — — —

230/1/50 15 Amp 11 Amp — — — —

RN1000

208-230/1/60 15 Amp 11 Amp 15 Amp 11 Amp — —

220-240/1/50 15 Amp 11 Amp 15 Amp 11 Amp — —

115/1/60 — — — — 15 Amp 6 Amp

RN1400

208-230/1/60 20 Amp 12 Amp 20 Amp 12 Amp — —

220-240/1/50 20 Amp 16 Amp 20 Amp 16 Amp — —

115/1/60 — — — — 15 Amp 6 Amp

Condensing Unit Voltage PhaseCycle Maximum Fuse/Circuit Breaker Minimum Circuit Amps

RCU1075

208-230/60/1 15 15

208-230/60/3

15 15

208-230/50/1

15 15

RCU1475

208-230/60/1 15 15

208-230/60/3

15 15

208-230/50/1

15 15

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Water Supply and Drain Requirements

WATER INLET LINES

Follow these guidelines to install water inlet lines:

• If you are installing a Manitowoc Arctic Pure water

filter system, refer to the Installation Instructions

supplied with the filter system for ice making water

inlet connections.

• Do not connect the ice machine to a hot water

supply. Be sure all hot water restrictors installed for

other equipment are working. (Check valves on sink

faucets, dishwashers, etc.)

• If water pressure exceeds the maximum

recommended pressure of 70 psig (483 kPa), obtain

a water pressure regulator from your Manitowoc

distributor.

• Install a water shut-off valve for both the ice making

and condenser water lines.

• Insulate water inlet lines to prevent condensation.

DRAIN CONNECTIONS

Follow these guidelines when installing drain lines to

prevent drain water from flowing back into the ice

machine and storage bin:

• Drain lines must have a 1.5 inch drop per 5 feet of

run (2.5 cm per meter), and must not create traps.

• The floor drain must be large enough to

accommodate drainage from all drains.

• Run separate bin and ice machine drain lines.

Insulate them to prevent condensation.

WATER-COOLED CONDENSER WATER PRESSURE

Water pressure at the condenser cannot exceed

150 psig (1034 kPA) with the standard water-regulating

valve. Contact your distributor if your water pressure is

greater than 150 psig (1034 kPA).

COOLING TOWER APPLICATIONS

(WATER-COOLED MODELS)

A water cooling tower installation does not require

modification of the ice machine. The water regulator

valve for the condenser continues to control the

refrigeration discharge pressure.

It is necessary to know the amount of heat rejection, and

the pressure drop through the condenser and water

valves (inlet and outlet) when using a cooling tower on

an ice machine.

• Water entering the condenser must not exceed

90°F (32.2°C).

• Water flow through the condenser must not exceed

1.25 gallons (4.73 liters) per minute.

• Allow for a pressure drop of 7 psi (0.5 bar) between

the condenser water inlet and the outlet of the ice

machine.

• Water exiting the condenser must not exceed

110°F (43.3°C).

.

!

Caution

Do not apply heat to water valve inlet fitting. This will

damage plastic water inlet connection.

Important

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires that

all water-cooled models must be connected only to a

closed loop, cooling tower system.

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Water Supply and Drain Line Sizing/Connections

The exact locations of inlets and drains for the model you are working on may vary

Typical Water Supply Drain Installation

!

Caution

Plumbing must conform to state and local codes.

Location

Water

Temperature

Water Pressure Ice Machine Fitting

Tubing Size Up to Ice

Machine Fitting

Ice Making

Water Inlet

45°F (7.2°C) Min.

90°F (32.2°C) Max.

20 psig (138 kPa) Min.

70 psig (483 kPa) Max.

1/2 in. (1.27 cm) FPTs 1/4 in. (0.64 cm) min

inside diameter

Ice Making

Water Drain

— — 3/4 in. (1.90 cm) Pipe Thread

3/4 in. (1.90 cm) min

inside diameter

Condenser

Water Inlet

90°F (32.2°C) Max.

Standard

20 psig (138 kPa) Min.

150 psig (1034 kPa) Max.

3/8 in. (0.95 cm) Female Pipe Thread

Condenser

Water Drain

— —

3/8 in. (0.95 cm)

Female Pipe Thread

3/8 in. (0.95 cm) min

inside diameter

Bin Drain

— —

3/4 in. (1.91 cm)

Female Pipe Thread

3/4 in. (1.91 cm) minimum

inside diameter

Large Capacity

Bin Drain

— — 1 in. (2.54 cm) Male Pipe Thread 1 in. (2.54 cm) min. inside diameter

SEPERATE BIN AND

ICE MACHINE DRAINS

ARE REQUIRED.

ROUTE DRAIN

TUBING TO OPEN

SITE DRAIN.

WATER SHUT-OFF VALVE

REQUIRED ON RN0400 ONLY -

ICE MAKING WATER INLET

TUBING 3/8" MIN. I.D. (.95 CM)

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Refrigeration System Installation

Remote Condensing Unit Only

USAGE WITH NON-MANITOWOC

CONDENSING UNITS

Manitowoc Remote Condensing Units are specifically

designed for usage with a QuietQube® Ice Machine

Head Section. Standard condensing units and Non-

Manitowoc condensing units are not approved for use

with a QuietQube® Ice Machine Head Section.

Factory Equipment Refrigeration Amounts

ICE MACHINE HEAD SECTION

Each ice machine condensing unit ships from the factory

with a R-404A refrigerant charge appropriate for the

entire system operation. The serial tag on the ice

machine indicates the refrigerant charge. The refrigerant

charge is sufficient to operate the ice machine in

ambient temperatures between -20°F (-28.9°C) and

120°F (48.9°C). With line set lengths of up to 100 feet

(30.5 m).

REFRIGERATION LINE SETS/TRAP KIT

Refrigeration Rated Tubing and Trap Kits are shipped

capped with atmospheric pressure.

QuietQube®

Ice Machine

Remote

Condensing Unit

Line Set*

RN1000

RN1400

RCU1075

RCU1475

RC-21

RC-31

RC-51

*Line Set Suction Line Liquid Line

RC 21/31/51

5/8 inch

(15.9 mm)

3/8 inch

(9.5 mm)

Important

Manitowoc remote systems are only approved and

warranted as a complete new package. Warranty on

the refrigeration system will be void if a new ice

machine head section is connected to pre-existing

(used) tubing or condensing units or vice versa.

!

Caution

The 60-month compressor warranty (including the 24-

month labor replacement warranty) will not apply if the

Manitowoc Ice Machine and Manitowoc Remote

Condensing Unit are not installed according to

specifications. This warranty also will not apply if the

refrigeration system is modified with a condenser,

heat reclaim device, or other parts or assemblies not

manufactured by Manitowoc Ice.

!

Warning

Potential Personal Injury Situation

The QuietQube Condensing Unit contains the

refrigerant charge. Installation and brazing of the line

sets must be performed by a properly trained and

EPA certified refrigeration technician aware of the

dangers of dealing with refrigerant charged

equipment.

!

Caution

Never add more than nameplate charge to the

refrigeration system for any application.

!

Warning

Installation of a QuietQube® Condensing Unit may

require the use of special equipment for placement.

Trained and qualified personnel are required for

proper rigging and lifting.

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Refrigeration Line Set Installation

Remote Condensing Unit Only

GENERAL

Refrigeration line set installations consist of vertical and

horizontal line set distances between the ice machine

and the condensing unit. The following guidelines,

drawings and calculation methods must be followed to

assure proper oil return and remote condensing unit/ice

machine operation.

The refrigeration line set installer must be USA

Government-Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

certified in proper refrigerant handling and servicing

procedures.

Step 1 Verify Ice Machine and Remote Condensing

Unit Locations Are Within Guidelines

Prior to installation of the ice machine head section and

remote condensing unit be sure that the distance

between them is within the line set routing guidelines

outlined in this manual.

Roof/Wall Penetration

If required, cut a 3-inch (76.2 mm) circular hole in the

wall or roof for routing of refrigeration tubing. A qualified

person must perform all roof penetrations.

Step 2 Route Refrigeration Tubing

Properly route refrigeration tubing between the ice

machine head section and the remote condensing unit.

A. LINE SET LENGTH

100 feet (30.5 m) Length: The maximum measured

length the line set can be.

The receiver is designed to hold a charge sufficient to

operate the ice machine in ambient temperatures

between -20°F (-28.9°C) and 120°F (48.9°C), with line

set lengths of up to 100 feet (30.5 m).The maximum

amount of lineset which can be exposed on the rooftop

is 25% of the total length of the lineset.

B. LINE SET RISE OR DROP

35 feet (10.7 m) Rise: The maximum distance the

remote condensing unit can be above the ice machine.

15 feet (4.5 m) Drop: The maximum distance the

remote condensing unit can be below the ice machine.

!

Warning

The QuietQube Condensing unit contains refrigerant

charge. The two refrigeration valves must remain

closed until proper installation of the line sets is

completed.

!

Warning

Disconnect electrical power to the ice machine head

section and remote condensing unit before

proceeding.

Important

QuietQube® ice machines will not function with line

sets greater than 100 feet (30.5 m). Do not attempt to

go beyond this distance and add refrigerant charge to

compensate!

35 ft. (10.7 m)

MAX.

DISTANCE

SV1751

15 ft. (4.5 m)

MAX.

DISTANCE

SV1750

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C. SUCTION LINE OIL TRAPS

0 to 20 feet (0 to 6.1 m) Rise: No oil trap is required

when the condensing unit is located 20 feet (6.1 m) or

less above the ice machine head section.

21 to 35 feet (6.4 to 10.7 m) Rise: The suction line

requires an additional Oil Trap (“S” type) to be installed.

Install the trap as close as possible to midpoint between

the ice machine head section and remote condensing

unit. S-Trap Kits are available from Manitowoc.

Service Loop

A service loop in the line set permits easy access to the

ice machine for cleaning and service.

• A service loop is not considered an oil trap.

• The service loop is not included when calculating

length, rise or drop of the tubing run.

• Do not use hard rigid copper for the service loop.

Step 3 Lengthening or Reducing Line Set Lengths

When the line set requires shortening or lengthening, do

so before connecting the line set to the ice machine

head section or the remote condensing unit.

!

Caution

Do not form unwanted traps in refrigeration lines.

Never coil excess refrigeration tubing.

21 ft. (6.4 m)

OR MORE RISE

ADDITIONAL

TRAP KIT

REQUIRED

SV1751

SV1760

!

Caution

If a line set has a rise followed by a drop, another rise

cannot be made. Likewise, if a line set has a drop

followed by a rise, another drop cannot be made.

!

Caution

Do not form unwanted traps in refrigeration lines.

Never coil excess refrigeration tubing.

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Step 4 Connecting the line set

To prevent oxidation of the copper, purge line set and

condensing unit with dry nitrogen while brazing.

A. Connect the Line Set to the Remote Condensing

Unit

The line set shut-off valves must remain closed and be

protected from heat during the brazing process. Wrap

the valves in a wet rag or other type of heat sink prior to

brazing. Cool braze joint with water immediately after

brazing to prevent heat migration to the valve.

B. Connect the Line Set to the Ice Machine Head

Section

• Cut the suction and liquid tubing with a tubing cutter,

leaving enough tubing to easily braze.

• Connect the line set.

• Cool braze joint with water immediately after brazing

to prevent heat migration.

Connect Suction and Liquid Lines

Step 5 Pressure Test and Evacuate Line Set and

Ice Machine Head Section

• Suction and liquid line set shutoff valves must remain

closed until pressure testing and evacuation are

complete.

• Pressure testing and evacuation can be performed

from the ice machine head section or CVD

condensing unit shut-off valves.

• Schrader valve core removal tools that allow for

removal and installation of the valve cores without

removing manifold gauge set hoses are

recommended to decrease the evacuation time.

• Pressure test @ 150 psi (1000 kPa) for a minimum of

15 minutes.

• Minimum evacuation level is 500 microns.

!

Warning

The QuietQube Condensing unit contains refrigerant

charge. The two refrigeration valves must remain

closed until proper installation of the line sets is

completed.

!

Warning

The ice machine head section ships from the factory

pressurized with R404A refrigerant. Recover the

refrigerant from both suction and liquid line access

ports prior to cutting into refrigeration lines.

MINIMIZE THE TIME THE

REFRIGERATION SYSTEM IS

EXPOSED TO THE ATMOSPHERE

(15 MINUTES MAXIMUM)

SUCTION LINE

LIQUID LINE

SUCTION LINE

LIQUID LINE

Suction and liquid line shut-off valves

must remain closed until evacuation and

pressure testing are complete.

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Step 6 Leak Check The Refrigeration System

Leak check the new line set connections at the ice

machine head section, condensing unit and S trap as

well as all factory joints throughout the entire system.

Disconnect power to the remote condensing unit. Place

the rocker switch into the ON position. This allows the

low side and high side pressures to equalize for leak

checking. Place the rocker switch in the OFF position.

Connect power to the remote condensing unit and allow

system to pump down after leak checking is complete.

Step 7 Open The Valves Prior To Starting The Ice

Machine

A. Slowly backseat (open-turn counterclockwise)

the suction line shutoff valve.

B. Slowly backseat (open-turn counterclockwise)

the liquid line shutoff valve.

Open Valves

Verify O-ring in schrader valve caps are intact and

reinstall on shutoff valves to prevent refrigerant leakage.

Replace shutoff valve access caps and torque to the

following specifications.

Torque Values

Step 8 Insulation Requirements

To prevent condensation the entire suction line must be

insulated. All insulation must be airtight and sealed at

both ends.

The following insulation requirements prevent

condensation at 90°F (32.2°C) ambient 90% Relative

Humidity. If higher humidity is expected, increase

insulation thickness.

The entire suction line set requires:

Important

All refrigeration valve caps must be reinstalled to

prevent future refrigeration leaks.

Open suction and liquid line

shut-off valves

Stem 18-20 ft. lbs. (24.4-27.1 Nm)

Caps 12-15 ft. lbs. (16.3-20.3 Nm)

Schrader Core 1.5-3 in. lbs. (0.17-0.34 Nm)

Suction Line Liquid Line

Min. Insulation

Thickness

5/8 in. (16 mm) 3/8 in. (10 mm)

1/2 in. (13 mm)

Suction Line

1/4 in. (7 mm)

Liquid Line

Important

To prevent condensation the entire suction line must

be insulated. All insulation must be airtight and

sealed at both ends.

The minimum requirements are for conditions at or

below 90% humidity and 90°F (32°C) ambient. When

higher humidity will be experienced, or local code

requires, insulation wall thickness will need to be

increased.

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Installation Check List

All Manitowoc ice machines are factory-operated and adjusted before shipment. Adjustments and maintenance

procedures outlined in this manual are the responsibility of the owner/operator and are not covered by the warranty.

 Is the Ice Machine level?

 Is the ice machine and adapter (when used)

secured to the dispenser?

 Have all of the electrical and water

connections been made?

 Has the supply voltage been tested and

checked against the rating on the nameplate?

 Is there proper clearance around the ice

machine for air circulation?

 Is the ice machine grounded and polarity

correct?

 Has the ice machine been installed where

ambient temperatures will remain in the range

of 50° - 100°F (14.4° - 37.8°C)?

 Has the ice machine been installed where the

incoming water temperature will remain in the

range of 50° - 90°F (14.4° - 32.2°C)?

 Is there a separate drain for the water-cooled

condenser?

 Is there a separate drain for the dispenser?

 Is the ice making water turned on?

 Are all electrical leads free from contact with

refrigeration lines and moving equipment?

 Has the owner/operator been instructed

regarding maintenance and the use of

Manitowoc Cleaner and Sanitizer?

 Has the owner/operator completed the

warranty registration card?

 Has the ice machine and bin been sanitized?

 Is the rocker switch set to ON (RN1000 and

RN1400 only)?

RN0400 Only

BEFORE TURNING POWER ON

1. Push down on float to force water out overflow tube and into evaporator drain pan.

2. Check that water drains freely from evaporator drain pan.

3. Lift float and check that float valve shuts off incoming water when raised.

AFTER TURNING POWER ON

1. Turn power to ice machine 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 ice machine running, check that float reservoir water level is approximately 3/8 in. (10 mm) 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 ice machine shuts down.

5. Warm ice level control stat with your fingers and check that ice machine restarts in approximately 20 minutes. (Bin

must be calling for ice.)

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Additional Checks for QuietQube Models

 Is the lineset length, rise and drop within the

guidelines?

 Are the suction and liquid line shut-off valves

open?

 Is the line set routed properly?

 Are both refrigeration lines to remote

condensing unit run so they do not lay in water

and are properly insulated?

 Does the condenser fan motor(s) operate

properly after start-up?

 Have all the refrigeration fittings and joints

been leak checked?

 Has the condenser/condensing unit been

installed to prevent any roofing damage?

 Have the refrigeration lines been insulated and

secured properly to prevent vibration?

 Has the RCU remote condensing unit been

located where ambient temperatures will

remain in the range of -20° to 120°F (-29° to

48.9°C)?

 Is a refrigeration oil trap (S-trap) installed if the

condenser is installed 21 to 35 feet (6 to 11 m)

above the ice machine head?

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Section 3

Operation

Bin Thermostat (RN0400 Only)

The bin thermostat sensing bulb is located in the ice

chute and turns the ice machine on and off as the level

of ice in the bin changes.

RN0400 Bin Thermostat

RN0400 Self-Contained Air or Water-Cooled

Sequence of Operation

NOTE: Ice machines use an auger to remove ice from

the evaporator. Occasional noises (creaks, groans,

squeaks, or pops) are a normal part of the ice making

process.

OPERATION

The ice machine will not start until:

A. The compressor rocker switch is moved to “ON”.

B. Ice does not contact the bin thermostat bulb.

C. The water reservoir is full of water.

With power supplied and the compressor rocker switch

in the ON position, the gear motor and refrigeration

system start. The float valve controls the water inlet

valve and water level. The freeze cycle ends when ice

contacts the bin thermostat. A 20 minute delay period

initiates. The ice machine will restart when ice no longer

contacts the bin thermostat and the 20 minute delay

period expires.

LESS ICE

IN BIN

MORE ICE

IN BIN

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RN1000, RN1400 Self-Contained Air-

Cooled, Water-Cooled Sequence of

Operation

NOTE: Ice machines use an auger to remove ice from

the evaporator. Occasional noises (creaks, groans,

squeaks, or pops) are a normal part of the ice making

process.

OPERATION

The ice machine will not start until:

A. The rocker switch is moved to “ON”.

B. The transport tube shuttle switch is closed.

C. The water reservoir is full of water.

Placing the toggle switch in the ON position starts the

gear motor and refrigeration system. The water level

sensor controls the water inlet valve and water level.

The freeze cycle ends when ice contact opens the

transport tube switch. A 60 minute time delay period

initiates. The ice machine will restart when the ice

transport tube switch closes and the 60 minute time

delay period expires.

FLUSH CYCLE

The ice machine will automatically flush the evaporator.

The refrigeration system will shut down and the gear

motor will continue to run. After the flush is complete, the

machine will refill and start the refrigeration system

without a time delay.

RN1000, RN1400 QuietQube Remote

Condensing Unit Sequence of Operation

NOTE: Ice machines use an auger to remove ice from

the evaporator. Occasional noises (creaks, groans,

squeaks, or pops) are a normal part of the ice making

process.

OPERATION

The ice machine will not start until:

A. The rocker switch is moved to “ON”.

B. The transport tube switch is closed.

C. The water reservoir is full of water.

Placing the toggle switch in the ON position starts the

gear motor and energizes the liquid line solenoid valve.

The refrigerant pressure at the condensing unit

increases and the low pressure switch closes and starts

the refrigeration system. The water level sensor controls

the water inlet valve and water level. The freeze cycle

ends when ice contact opens the transport tube switch.

The liquid line solenoid valve closes and the refrigerant

pressure at the condensing unit drops. The low pressure

switch opens and turns off the refrigeration system. A

60 minute time delay period initiates. The ice machine

will restart when the ice transport tube switch closes and

the 60 minute time delay period expires.

Shuttle Switch

RUNNING

OFF

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Section 4

Maintenance

Cleaning and Sanitizing Procedures

GENERAL

You are responsible for maintaining the ice machine in

accordance with the instructions in this manual.

Maintenance procedures are not covered by the

warranty.

Clean and sanitize the ice machine every six months for

efficient operation. If the ice machine requires more

frequent cleaning and sanitizing, consult a qualified

service company to test the water quality and

recommend appropriate water treatment. An extremely

dirty ice machine must be taken apart for cleaning and

sanitizing.

Manitowoc Ice Machine Cleaner and Sanitizer are the

only products approved for use in Manitowoc ice

machines.

Cleaning/Sanitizing Procedure

This procedure must be performed a minimum of once

every six months.

• All ice must be removed from the bin/dispenser

• The bin/dispenser must be cleaned and sanitized

• All ice produced during the cleaning and sanitizing

procedure must be discarded

EXTERIOR CLEANING

Remove dust and dirt from the exterior surfaces with

mild household dish-washing detergent and warm water.

Wipe dry with a clean, soft cloth.

Use cleaners designed for use with stainless steel

products.

Heavy stains should be removed with stainless steel

wool. Never use plain steel wool or abrasive pads. They

will scratch the panels.

!

Caution

Use only Manitowoc approved Ice Machine Cleaner

(part number 000000084) and Sanitizer (part

number 94-0565-3). It is a violation of Federal law to

use these solutions in a manner inconsistent with

their labeling. Read and understand all labels

printed on bottles before use.

!

Caution

Do not mix Cleaner and Sanitizer solutions together.

It is a violation of Federal law to use these solutions

in a manner inconsistent with their labeling.

!

Warning

Wear rubber gloves and safety goggles (and/or face

shield) when handling ice machine Cleaner or

Sanitizer.

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