Ice-O-Matic GEM1856 - Manuals

GEM Models A/W Warranty Page iv Ice-O-Matic Parts and Labor Domestic & International Limited Warranty Mile High Equipment LLC (the “Company”) warrants Ice-O-Matic brand ice machines, ice dispensers, remote condensers, water filters, and ice storage bins to the end customer against defects in mat...

GEM Models A/W For the Installer Page 1 Installation Guidelines: For proper operation of the Ice-O-Matic ice machine, the following installation guidelines must be followed. Failure to do so may result in loss of production capacity, premature part failures, and may void all warranties. Ambient Oper...

GEM Models A/W For The Installer Page 2 GEM0650/0655/0956/0955 A/W

GEM Models A/W For The Installer Page 4 GEM1856, 1855 Air Note: The GEM1800 series is equivalent to two GEM950’s consolidated into one cabinet. Utilize the GEM 950 specifications for service and technical information

GEM Models A/W For the Installer Page 5 Bin Application The Pearl Ice™ Series are designed to fit the following Ice-O-Matic Bins. ● B42, using Bin Top KBT 24 (Note: GEM0650, GEM0655 and GEM0956 ONLY) ● B25, B40 B55 using Bin Top KBT19. ● B100 using Bin Top KBT 23 (one unit) or KBT 22 (two units). ● ...

GEM Models A/W For the Installer Page 7 Allow 6 “Clearance for Air Circulation A proper installation locates the ice machine indoors, but in a place where the heat and noise it produces are not objectionable. Air cooled machines discharge hot air out the back and must have a minimum of 6 inches of c...

GEM Models A/W For the Plumber Page 8 Water Inlet: ● Air Cooled Models: The recommended water supply is clean, cold water. Use 3/8 inch O.D. copper tubing, connect to the 3/8 inch male flare at the back of the cabinet. Install a hand valve near the machine to control the water supply. ● Water Cooled...

GEM Models A/W For the Electrician Page 9 Electrical Connections: Check the ice machine nameplate (located on the back panel) for the voltage requirements, and minimum circuit ampacity. The ice machine requires a solid chassis to earth ground. Connect the ice machine to its own electrical circuit so...

GEM Models A/W For the Installer Page 10 Final Check List: _______ 1. Is the ice machine installed indoors in a location where the air and water temperatures are controlled and where they do not exceed the design limitations? _____2. Is there an electrical service disconnect within sight of the inst...

GEM Models A/W Start Up Page 11 Pre-Start Inspection: 1. Remove the front and side service panels. 2. Check that any shipping blocks have been removed. 3. Inspect the interior of the ice machine for loose screws or wires. 4. Check that no refrigerant lines are rubbing each other. 5. Check that the f...

GEM Models A/W Component Description Page 12 ● Control Box: Contains the electrical controls that operate the machine. ● High Pressure Cut Out Switch: An auto-reset switch sensing the high side refrigeration pressure. It will shut the machine off if the discharge pressure exceeds 450 psig. ● Low Pre...

GEM Models A/W Component Description Page 13 ● Contactor: A definite purpose contactor connecting the compressor and the fan motor to the power supply. ● Circuit Board: Controls the operation of the ice machine using input from the sensors and pressure controls. Switches loads on and off thru relays...

GEM Models A/W Component Description Page 14 ● Evaporator: A refrigerated vertical tube filled with water and containing a water seal and auger. ● Auger: A solid stainless steel double spiral auger, it pushes the ice crystals up to the top of the evaporator. ● Water Seal: A two part “face” seal, the...

GEM Models A/W Electrical Sequence Page 15 Electrical Sequence: There are 7 indicator lights on the control board: ● WTR-OK: (Water OK) Green . Normal=Glowing. Glow when there is water in the reservoir. ● PWR-OK: (Power OK) Green . Normal=Glowing. Glows when the power board has power and is function...

GEM Models A/W Operation: Performance Page 17 Beginning at the compressor, the refrigerant is compressed into a high temperature gas. The discharge line directs this gas to the condenser. At the condenser (air or water cooled) the gas is cooled by either air or water and then it condenses into a liq...

GEM Models A/W Sanitizing and Cleaning Page 18 It is the USER’S RESPONSIBILITY to keep the ice machine and ice storage bin in a sanitary condition. Without human intervention, sanitation will not be maintained. Ice machines also require occasional cleaning of their water systems with a specifically ...

GEM Models A/W Bearing Maintenance Page 19 Bearing Maintenance: The bearing in the breaker should also be checked at least two (2) times per year. Switch the machine OFF and check the bearing. 1. Remove the chute cover. 2. Unscrew the ice sweep 3. Removing the water shed and unscrewing the breaker c...

GEM Models A/W Sensor Maintenance Page 20 Slide Bin Controls to Remove Bin Control Sensor: The bin control uses devices that sense light, therefore they must be kept clean enough so that they can “see”. At least twice a year, remove the bin control sensors from the base of the chute, and wipe the in...

GEM Models A/W Maintenance: Air Cooled Page 21 Clean the air cooled condenser: Air flow on this model is from front to back, so the inside of the ice machine will have to be available to clean the air cooled condenser. Use a vacuum cleaner or coil cleaner if needed. DO NOT use a wire brush. ● Discon...

GEM Models A/W Auger Maintenance Page 22 Auger: In some areas, the water supply to the ice machine will contain a high concentration of minerals, and that will result in an evaporator and auger becoming coated with these minerals, requiring a more frequent removal than twice per year. If in doubt ab...

GEM Models A/W Service Diagnosis Page 23 Symptom Possible Cause Probable Correction No ice is made nothing operates. •Unit off due to no power •Restore Power •Unit off due to master switch in OFF •Switch master Switch to ON position •Unit off due to low water level •Check water supply, filter strain...

GEM Models A/W Control System Diagnostics Page 25 The Control System consists of: ● Control Board ● Water Sensors ● Ice Sensors ● High Pressure Cut Out ● Low Pressure Cut Out If the unit is OFF , check the control board: 1. Is the Power OK light on? If not check power to the unit. If it has power, a...

GEM Models A/W R&R- Water Reservoir, Bin Control Page 26 Water Reservoir: 1. Disconnect electrical power supply. 2. Shut off water supply to the ice maker. 3. Remove the front panel. 4. Disconnect water inlet tube from reservoir inlet fitting. 5. To remove float valve, push in “locking tabs” as ...

GEM Models A/W R&R-Bearing and Breaker Page 27 Note : Removal of the auger, water seal, evaporator and gear motor must begin at the top of the assembly. To Remove the Breaker Bearing Assembly: 1. Disconnect electrical power. 2. Remove panels. 3. Push back bail clamp and remove ice chute cover. 4...

GEM Models A/W R&R-Auger Page 28 To Remove the Auger: 1. Disconnect electrical power. 2. Turn off the water to the machine. 3. Unclip the evaporator drain hose, pull it down and drain the evaporator into the bin or container. 4. Remove the top panel. 5. Swing bail clip down and remove the ice ch...

GEM Models A/W R&R-Gear Motor To Check the Gear Motor: 1. Remove wires from terminals 1 and 2 2. Use an ohmeter to check for continuity. If there is none, replace only the motor. If there is continuity but the motor will not start, check the motor’s start switch. 3. Remove motor end bell or moto...

GEM Models A/W Refrigeration System Service Page 33 Refrigeration Service: General: This ice machine uses R404A refrigerant and polyolester oil. Do NOT use mineral oil in this refrigeration system. ● When the refrigeration system is serviced, a special liquid line drier is required. It is included w...

GEM Models A/W Wiring Diagram Page 34 Wiring Diagram GEM0650 A/W

GEM Models A/W Wiring Diagram Page 37 Wiring Diagram GEM1856 Air

GEM Models A/W Wiring Diagram Page 38 Wiring Diagram GEM1855 Air

GEM Models A/W Service History Page 39 What to Do Before Calling for Service: ● Check the water supply to the ice machine. The ice machine is designed to shut off if there is no water to it. Check the water filters if there are any. ● Check the power supply to the ice machine. Reset the breaker if i...