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Part Number 000016662 Rev 00 4/21
Installation
Section 2
Ice Machine Location
The location selected for the ice machine must meet the
following criteria. If any of these criteria are not met, select
another location.
• The ice machine may be built into a cabinet, however
the location must allow removal of the ice machine for
cleaning and servicing. Service diagnostics are performed
from the top of the ice machine. Refer to “Minimum Cut-
Out For Built-In Installations” on page 9.
• The location must be free of airborne and other
contaminants.
• The air temperature must be at least 50°F (10°C), but
must not exceed 100°F (38°C).
• The location must not be near heat-generating
equipment.
• The location must not obstruct air flow through the
condenser (airflow is in and out the front of the ice
machine).
• The location must allow enough clearance for water,
drain and electrical connections at the rear of the ice
machine.
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Caution
The ice machine must be protected if it will be subjected
to ambient temperatures below 32°F (0°C). Component
failure caused by exposure to freezing temperatures is
not covered by the warranty.
Electrical Service
Prepare electrical circuit before installation of your ice
machine. Installation requires a grounded (three-prong),
polarized receptacle with a separate fuse/circuit breaker in
an electrical service box.
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.
• The maximum allowable voltage variation is +/-10%
of the rated voltage at ice machine start-up (when the
electrical load is highest).
• Check all green ground screws in the control box and
verify they are tight before starting the ice machine.
• Manitowoc’s recommended minimum wire size is #14 for
less than 100’ or #12 for more than 100’ to 200’ (solid
copper conductor only). The recommended breaker is
15 amp. Local or state electrical code, length of run or
materials used, can increase the minimum wire gauge
required. A qualified electrician must determine the
proper wire size, although #14 is the minimum size
allowed.
• Incorrect polarity can lead to erratic ice machine
operation and a safety issue.
