ICE THICKNESS PROBE FUNCTION The ice thickness probe provides input to the control board. The ice thickness probe sends two signals: 1. Water is not contacting the probe. When water is not in contact with the ice thickness probe, the control board will remain in the freeze cycle.
How do you adjust the thickness of ice on Manitowoc?
Most Manitowoc ice machines utilize an adjustable screw to control the ice machine bridge. After opening your machine, you should see the ice thickness sensor attached by a single screw. Adjust this screw one quarter-turn counterclockwise for a smaller bridge and thinner ice.
How do you test Manitowoc ice thickness probe?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PfNFsuFblA
Where is the water probe on a Manitowoc ice machine?
Q Series and Older Manitowoc Ice Machines Q Series water level probes mount with a single screw to the inside wall of the ice machine, above the plastic water trough. The probe connects directly to the control board through a single wire and terminal.Mar 15, 2015
How do you drain an ice bin?
Unplug the ice bin and allow the bin to cool down and allow frost along the insides of the ice bin to melt. Open the plug at the bottom of the ice bin and allow the bin to drain. Promote faster melting by pouring hot water into the bin. Wipe all inner and outer parts of the ice bin down with a food-safe sanitizer.Sep 26, 2017
How do you drain an ice maker?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yH0FRsTheuY
Do ice machines have drain pumps?
Most undercounter ice makers are equipped with a pump option. External drain pumps can also be purchased. Gravity drains use the earth's gravity to remove water from your ice maker.May 18, 2016
How often should an ice bin be cleaned?
once every six months
Why is my commercial ice maker not making ice?
When a commercial ice machine won't make ice or makes low amounts of ice, check for the following: Water supply is disconnected – See if the water supply valve is switched off or supply hose is disconnected. Water-float valve and screen are dirty – Clean the valve and screen to ensure proper ice production.Jun 12, 2020
What does a dump valve do on an ice machine?
This process includes filling the trough with water, before the freeze cycle, and then dumping the water down the drain. This allows the ice machine to flush minerals out of the trough.Jul 5, 2015
What is a water dump valve?
The dump valve is a more efficient and consistent means of. flushing the water trough than the overflow or siphon drain.