ICE MACHINES Questions to Ask 1. W hat is the maximum width available? • This will determine space available and size option for your customer 2. W hat condenser type is preferred? • Air Cooled – Easy to install with lower install costs but require proper ventilation • Water Cooled – Not dependent on air temperature; uses more water • Remote Condenser – Exhaust vents outside and away from customers and employees; less heat introduced to work area 3. W hat is the business type and purpose of the ice machine? This will help determine ice production and style needed • Restaurant » Dining » Cocktail » Blended Drinks » Salad Bar/Food Display • Lodging » Guest Ice » Restaurant
• Healthcare » Cafeteria » In-room
» Employee Areas
• Schools
» Self-service » Full-service
• Supermarket
» Seafood Display » Produce Display
• Office/Industry » Employee » Cafeteria 4. H ow many pounds of ice are needed? • See sizing guide on page 43 5. A re you interested in an Energy Star-rated ice machine? 6. W hat type of ice is needed?
• Full Cube • Half Cube • Nugget • Flake • Gourmet
» Cocktail » Catering • Convenience Store » Beverage » Bagged Ice
Types of Ice Machines
Air Cooled - Modular:
• Uses fans to blow cooler ambient air across the coils through which the system’s refrigerant runs, a process that cools fluid enough to allow it to cool the evaporator plate • Undercounter models will draw air in and push it out through a grill on the lower part of the front of the machine • Modular or head units typically complete that process on the left or right side of the box; some have a grill for that purpose located in front • Advantages » Easier installation » Cost-effective • Disadvantages » Heat and noise of condenser is held in area with the ice maker » Requires adequate breathing and ventilation space » Undercounter units can draw floor dust into refrigeration system while modular units must cool using hotter air higher up
Air Condenser
Refrigerant Cycle
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