Ice Cream Machine ICM02
USER MANUAL
Model: YKF-8230T
For your safety and correct use, please read the "USER MANUAL" carefully before using.
CONTENT
USAGE AND FEATURES .................................................................................................1
INSTALLATION AND DEBUGGING .................................................................................4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .........................................................................................6
ICE CREAM MAKING INSTRUCTION ............................................................................ 9
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ....................................................................................... 11
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................................13
ELECTRIC PRINCIPLE DIAGRAM ................................................................................16
ATTACHED ACCESSORIES ..........................................................................................16
WARRANTY ....................................................................................................................17
GET SALES SERVICE ................................................................................................... 17
AFTER-SALES INFORMATION .....................................................................................18
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USAGE AND FEATURES
This series of products can be used in bars, hotels, cold drink stores, internet cafes, cabarets, cafes,
western restaurants, resorts and other entertainment and leisure places. All of our commercial ice
cream machines are equipped with digital computer control system with LCD or digital display. Since
our commercial ice cream machines use high quality and stable electrical components with advanced
production technology, they are easy to operate, safe and reliable. In addition, our products are
equipped with compressors of world famous brands to ensure stable and reliable refrigeration system,
high production capacity and low power consumption. The ice cream made with our machine tastes
crispy and tender, with high puffing rate.
SECURITY PRECAUTIONS
1. When you carry or move the machine, the angle of tilt should not exceed 45°.
2. Since vibration cannot be avoided during the carrying process, it is better to leave the machine
smoothly for more than 4 hours before use.
3. It is not allowed to turn on the auto key when the mixing shaft is inside the empty barrel, and it is not
allowed to turn on when there is water inside the barrel.
4. Check the nameplate (technical parameters) on the back panel of the machine, whether the
required voltage matches with the local power supply.
5. Please make sure the power outlet and grounding wire is effectively connected. 6.
6. When stop using the machine, or disassemble its parts or clean the machine, please disconnect the
power supply.
7. To prevent electric shock, do not get the plug, motor or other electrical parts wet or spill liquid on
them.
8. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service center or other
similar qualified professional to avoid danger.
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PRODUCT STRUCTURE DIAGRAM
I. Structure diagram of vertical type
No. Name No. Name No. Name
1
Water receiver cover
14
Bellows seal
27
Evaporator
2
Hexagram Star Modeling
Cap
15
Operating panel
28
Motherboard
3
Short fixing nuts
16
Cone holder
29
Condenser
4
Long fixing nuts
17
Panel-Side-Left
30
Fan motor
5
Liquid outlet valve
18
Hopper
31
Panel -Side-Right
6
Liquid outlet valve sea
19
Level lever
32
Compressor for pre-cooling
7
Shock absorber ring
20
Cover-Hopper
33
Compressor
8
Handle
21
Air pump
34
Caster
9
Handle fixing rod
22
Reducer
35
Condenser for pre-cooling
10
I shape seal ring
23
Pulley
36
Fan motor for pre-cooling
11
O shape seal ring
24
Belt
37
Panel-Side-Front
12
I shape piston
25
Panel-Rear
38
Tray-Drip
13
O shape piston
26
Motor
39
Stirring shaft
3
II. Structure diagram of table type
No Name No Name No Name
1
Liquid outlet valve
14
Operating panel
27
Motherboard
2
Short fixing nuts
15
Cone holder
28
Belt
3
Hexagram Star Modeling
Cap
16
Cover-Hopper
29
Fan motor
4
Handle fixing rod
17
Level lever
30
Panel -Side-Right
5
Long fixing nuts
18
Air pump
31
Condenser
6
O shape seal ring
19
Hopper
32
Bellows seal
7
I shape seal ring
20
Reducer
33
Seat pad
8
I shape piston
21
Pulley
34
Panel-Side-Front
9
O shape piston
22
Compressor for pre-cooling
35
Tray-Drip
10
Shock absorber ring
23
Condenser for pre-cooling
36
Water receiver cover
11
Handle
24
Panel-Rear
37
Motor
12
Evaporator
25
Fan motor for pre-cooling
38
Stirring shaft
13
Panel-Side-Left
26
Compressor
39
Liquid outlet valve seal
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INSTALLATION AND DEBUGGING
1) Installation
a. Cut off and remove the packing straps fixed to the carton. Get rid of the carton, take off the packing
bag, check the appearance of the machine for damage and accessories with reference to the list.
b. The machine should be placed evenly and steadily, and please lock the brake of the front wheel
after placing it.
c. Install the handle to the outlet valve against the product structure diagram, then install the
assembled outlet valve to the machine and tighten it with the fixing nut.
d. Working conditions.
1. Ambient temperature: 40-104
℉
; feed temperature: 35-95
℉
(Note: feed temperature will
directly affect the cooling capacity and output.)
2. Power supply voltage: 110-120v (The deviation of the rated power supply voltage should not be
too high or too low. If it is too high or too low, the machine will alarm (buzzing sound) and the machine
cannot start.)
3. Power supply frequency: 60
±
1 Hz
e. Placement conditions:
1. The machine should be placed in a cool and ventilated place, avoiding heat sources and direct
sunlight. The distance between the exhaust side of the machine and the wall or other similar obstacle
should be more than 1 meter, and the distance between the rest sides of the machine and the wall or
other similar obstacle should be more than 0.3 meters, so that the cold air can flow in the machine and
discharge the hot air to ensure the condensation cycle of the machine.
2. The machine should not be placed in a dusty place. Please keep the place clean and tidy, and
remove the dust from the condenser regularly.
f. Requirements for power supply wiring.
1. Please make sure the power circuit of the machine is equipped with short-circuit protection and
leakage protection device.
2. Please ensure that the power cord is not less than 2.5mm
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and copper core (except for special
high-power machines, whose power cord is not less than 4.0mm
2
and copper core.) And the power
cord should not be too long. When the power cord is too small or too long, the load will be too large,
resulting in a drop in voltage, which affects the service life of the machine components.
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2) Debugging
a. Turn on the power plug and push the power switch to the "ON" position. Then you will hear a "beep"
and the display screen turns on at the same time. The machine now enters standby mode.
b. When you press the "Wash" button, the machine enters the washing state and the mixing system
starts to run at the same time. Press the "Stop" button, the machine will stop running.
c. When you press the "Auto" key, the machine enters the forming stage and the mixing system starts
to run at the same time. After a delay of 10 seconds, the cooling system also starts to start. Press the
"Stop" button, the machine will stop running.
3) Cleaning and disinfection
When the machine is used for the first time, it should be carefully cleaned and disinfected. The specific
steps are as follows.
a. Take about 10L of warm water and add an appropriate amount of food cleaning solution to the water
to make it a disinfectant. Then pour the disinfectant into the two barrels and let the disinfectant flow
into the refrigerated barrel.
b. Press the "cleaning" button and run for 5 minutes. Pull down the handle and drain the cleaning
solution.
c. Add water to the material cylinder and rinse 2-3 times.
Notes:
In the course of cleaning and disinfection, you cannot press the "Auto" key, and you
must observe the the display screen.
After cleaning, you must discharge the water in the cylinders completely. Otherwise,
the water will frozen to freeze the cylinder during refrigerating and the stirring shaft will
be damaged.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
a. The "Setup" key
1. When you press the "Setup" key, you enter the setup menu page. Touch the Daily parameter to
set the hardness of the ice cream. At this point you can adjust the hardness of the ice cream. The
larger the number, the harder the ice cream is, and vice versa. You can set the restart time of the
machine. The higher the number, the longer the restart time. Touch the "Back" button continuously to
return to the standby screen.
2. Press the "Set" key while entering the setup menu page and select the number of cups to be
cleared (the initial clearing code is 8888,). Touch the "Enter" key to confirm, enter to reset the number
of discharge cups, you can also modify the reset password for the number of discharge cups.
Reminder: The modified password should be remembered so that the number of discharge cups can
be reset next time. Touch the "Back" button continuously to return to the standby interface.
3. The system parameters are set by the manufacturer, and the user does not need to set them.
b. The "CLEAN" key
When you press the "Clean" button, the buzzer will make a short sound and the cleaning indicator will
light up at the same time. The machine enters the cleaning state and the agitator motor starts to run.
The actual measured hardness shows the current current value of the agitator motor. When you press
the "Stop" button, the machine will stop running and enter standby mode.
c.The "AUTO" key
1. When you press the "AUTO" button, the buzzer will emit a short sound and the auto indicator
light will light up at the same time. The machine enters the automatic working state and the mixing
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motor starts to run. The actual measured hardness shows the current current value of the mixing
motor. 10 seconds later, the compressor, induced draft fan and solenoid valve start to work and the
machine enters the fully automatic mode. When the actual measured hardness reaches the set
hardness, the machine will stop automatically and enter the automatic standby mode. When the stop
time reaches the set time, the machine starts working again and repeats the same cycle. If you want to
stop the machine, just press the "STOP" button.
2. When you press the "AUTO" button, the hopper enters pre-cooling mode at the same time, the
pre-cooling compressor and fan start to work and work continuously for 10 minutes and stop for 5
minutes. When the hopper temperature reaches 8 degrees or after 30 minutes of continuous operation,
the pre-cooling compressor and fan will stop working. When the hopper temperature is higher than 12
degrees, the pre-cooling compressor and fan will start working and keep working repeatedly. If you
want to turn off the pre-cooling function, just press the "Stop" button. The fan will stop working only
when the auto function and pre-cooling function are stopped.
d.The "STOP" key
Whether the machine is in the cleaning state or automatic working state, as long as you press the
"Stop" button, the machine will stop running and return to the standby state.
e. The "FRESH" key
1. When you press the "FRESH" button, the buzzer will make a short sound and the compressor,
fan and solenoid valve will start to work after 10 seconds. The machine will enter auto mode and the
compressor will work continuously for 5 minutes and stop for 60 minutes. When the shutdown time
reaches the restart time, the machine will start working again and keep repeating. If you want to stop,
just press the "Stop" button.
2. When you press the "Fresh" button, the hopper will also enter the pre-cooling function, and the
pre-cooling compressor and fan will start working for 10 minutes continuously and stop for 5 minutes.
When the temperature of the hopper reaches 46
℉
, the pre-cooling compressor and fan will stop
working. When the temperature of the hopper is higher than 54
℉
, the pre-cooling compressor and fan
will start to work and repeat continuously. If you want to turn off the pre-cooling function, just press the
"Stop" button. The fan will stop working only when the auto function and pre-cooling function are
stopped.
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f. The "PUFF" key
When you press the "PUFF" button, the puffing indicator will light up, which means the puffing function
is enabled. The output of the puffing pump will always be on when you start the cleaning function. If
the automatic function is enabled, the puffing pump will turn on for 1 minute and then turn off. If there is
an interrupt action, the puffing pump will turn on after an 8 second delay and turn off after 1 minute of
operation after the interrupt is over. When you press the "PUFF" button again, the puffing function will
be turned off.
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ICE CREAM MAKING INSTRUCTION
Ice cream is usually made by mixing ice cream ingredients with water. Please mix strictly
according to the ratio on the ice cream bag (normally, 1 kg of ice cream ingredients should be
mixed with 2.5-3 kg of pure water).
Let the mixed ice cream slurry stand for 15 minutes, and then pour it evenly into the two buckets
on top of the machine. It is required that the slurry should not be lumped so that it can flow
smoothly into the refrigeration cylinder through the air inlet hole of the puffing tube.
Pull down the left and right handles in order to let the two discharge holes flow out 2-3 cups of ice
cream pulp in a natural manner. Then pour it into the top material cylinders to prevent water
freezing at the discharge mouth, for it will influence the making of ice cream.
Switch on the power supply. As the machine enters the standby state, press the "Cleaning" key
and let the machine run about 3-5 minutes. After that press the "Stop" key to stop the machine.
Press the "Auto" key. As the machine enters the refrigeration and moulding state, press the "Soft
or Hard" key to choose the hardness of the ice cream as you want (Notes: At the prior cleaning
state, you must closely observe the current hardness value displayed. If the current value is
displayed as 3.5, then the hardness of the ice cream should be set between 4.5-5.5. If it is
displayed as 4.0, then the hardness should be set between 5.0-5.5).
When the actual measured hardness of the ice cream reaches the set value, the machine will
automatically stop operation and enter the standby state. At the time you can press the "Time" key
to set the time as required for the cycle of automatic refrigerating. The automatic refrigerating
cycle is set as 3-9 minutes. As you press the key every time, 1 minute is increased. Until it reaches
9 minutes, as you press the key again, the machine will return to the 3 minutes state. (Note: when
the weather is hot, you’d better set the stop time shorter and vice versa.)
Take an ice cream cone or cup and place it at the valve outlet. When you pull down the outlet
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handle, the ice cream will be squeezed out. Pull the handle back after the cup is full.
Notes: It is necessary to ensure that the machine has the right amount of ice cream slurry
in the barrel, because the lack of material will cause damage to the mixing shaft. Always
check whether the inlet hole of the puffing tube is clear to avoid blockage caused by
uneven pulp and shortage of material in the freezing cylinder.
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
To guarantee the health of consumers, improve the service life of the machine components,
and avoid unnecessary troubles, you must clean the refrigerating cylinder at least once a day.
1) The cleaning of the refrigerating cylinder
a. Press the "CLEAN" key to discharge all the pulp inside the cylinder. Press the "STOP" key to stop
the machine.
b. Add the appropriate amount of disinfectant to the warm water. Then pour the mixture into two
separate cylinders, with essentially the same amount of solution in each cylinder.
c. Press the "CLEAN" button again and let the machine stir for about 5 minutes. Then drain the
cleaning solution.
d. Clean the machine 2-3 times with clear water and then stop the machine.
e. Switch off the power supply. Dismantle the components and clean them.
f. Screw off the four nuts used to fix the liquid outlet valves and dismantle the valve components.
g. Pull out the handle steady pins, handle, piston and valve seal in turn from the liquid outlet valve
components.
h. Pull out the stirring shaft from the refrigerating cylinder.
i. Clean all the dismantled components and timely replace the damaged ones if there is any.
j. After cleaning, daub vaseline on the components that need lubrication in accordance with the
following diagram. Then assemble the components according to the order of dismantlement.
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Note: Applying vaseline at the corresponding places when installing the pistons, piston
seals, stirring shaft and bellmouth seals, because using vaseline can prolong the service life of the
components.
2) Body cleaning
Please keep the appearance of the ice cream machine clean at all times. You can scrub the body with
a warm towel to remove dirt and spots, but avoid cleaning directly with water to avoid malfunctioning of
the appliance..
3) Condenser cleaning
After the machine works for a period of time, the condenser will be covered with dust, which will affect
the heat dissipation and make the refrigeration effect worse (manifested as: ice cream production
decreases or difficult to form). Please ask the professional to clean it once every three months (if the
working environment is not good, please clean it once every month). Before cleaning the condenser,
please turn off the power and take care not to damage the fins of the condenser.
4) Adjustment of the belt
After the machine works for a period of time, the drive belt of the mixing system may be stretched, so
the drive belt should be adjusted by professionals in time. Before adjusting, the power must be cut off.
Then dismantle the enclosure and adjust the belt tensioning nut to ensure the proper looseness. If the
belt still feels too loose after adjustment, please replace the belt with the same type.
Notes: After a long time of use, it is normal for the drive belt to wear out, which is not included in the
after-sales service of our products. When the drive belt becomes longer, the following phenomena
may occur: machine does not work, hardness changes, noise, glue smell, etc. Please adjust it by
yourself or ask a professional in time. If necessary, please replace it. The time interval between
adjustment and replacement depends on the utilization rate of the machine.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Thank you very much for choosing our equipment. The ice cream machine is a professional
mechatronics equipment, integrating computer program control, mechanical transmission and high
efficiency refrigeration system. The following table shows the common faults that may occur in this
machine and their causes and solutions. Simple malfunctions can be dealt with according to the
solutions listed in the table. If they still cannot be eliminated, please consult the dealer or manufacturer
for guidance. If the malfunction is more difficult and complicated, please ask a professional for repair.
No. Troubles Possible causes Solutions
1
The machine
cannot start.
Whether the power switch is on or off.
Switch on the power switch
by yourself.
The power line is not well connected.
Check the power line and
connect it well.
The protection circuit works.
Restart the machine after clear
the trouble.
The control board is problematic. Replace the control board.
2
The cleaning
function
doesn’t work.
The connection line is loose.
Check the connection line and
connect it firmly
The stirring motor or capacitance is
damaged.
Repair or replace the
capacitance or motor.
The ac contactor is damaged. Replace the ac contactor.
3
The
compressor
doesn’t run.
The connection line is loose.
Check the connection line and
connect it firmly.
The voltage is too low. Check the power voltage.
The contactor is damaged. Replace the contactor.
The control board is problematic. Replace the control board.
The compressor capacitance is damaged. Replace the capacitance.
The over-load protection for the
compressor works.
Find out the causes and
remove them.
The compressor is damaged. Replace the compressor.
4
Refrigerating
don’t work.
The refrigerating fluid leaks.
Find out the leakage location
and repair it well. Fill the
refrigerant under vacuum.
The solenoid valve is damaged. Replace the solenoid valve.
The draught fan doesn’t run.
Repair or replace the draught
fan.
The compressor runs abnormally. Check the compressor.
5 The belt skids. The belt is too loose.
Adjust the tightness of the belt
or replace the belt.
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Freezing cylinder, broken stirring draft
Adjust the hardness and
replace the stirring shaft.
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The ice cream
cannot come
out.
No material in the cylinder Replenish the pulp.
The puffing tube is blocked.
Pull out the buffing pipe and
clean it.
Wrong ratio of the pulp, which causes
freezing cylinder.
Make the qualified pulp again.
The material discharge switch on the
panel is damaged or the connection line
is short-circuit.
Connect the line again or
replace the discharge switch.
The belt is too loose and skids. Adjust the belt or replace it.
The reducer is problematic. Repair or replace the reducer.
The stirring shaft is worn out. Replace the stirring shaft.
7 Poor puffing
The puffing tube is not inserted. Insert the puffing tube again.
The raw material of the ice cream is
poor in quality.
Improve the raw material
quality.
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After starting,
electric leakage
occurs.
Induced electricity of the shell
Check whether the power line
is firmly connected to the
earth. If it is not, please have
it connected by the
professionals.
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The ice cream
is too soft.
Wrong mixing ratio of the pulp Make qualified pulp again.
Improper setting of the hardness Reset the hardness.
Unsteady voltage Adjust the voltage.
Loose belt Adjust the belt or replace it.
The material discharge is too frequent.
After the actual hardness is
over 1, make the ice cream
then.
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Non-stop of the
machine
The hardness is set too big. Adjust down the set hardness.
Poor refrigeration
Check the refrigerating
system.
The discharge switch is damaged or the
connection line is short-circuit.
Connect the line again or
replace the material discharge
switch.
11 Leaky material
Leaky liquid outlet valve
Replace the liquid outlet valve
and lock it with the fixing
nuts.
Leaky discharge hole Replace the piston seal.
Leaky liquid joining pipe
Replace the bellmouth seal
and lock it with the fixing
nuts.
Leaky inside the machine
Replace the cylinder’s
connection pipe.
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12 "JJ" alarms
The current of the stirring motor is too
high.
Check the belt’s tightness, the
stirring motor and
capacitance.
13 "UH" alarms Too high voltage Check the power voltage.
14 "UL" alarms Too low voltage Check the power voltage.
15 "Cb" alarms
The material discharge switch closes in
succession over 3 minutes.
Restore the material discharge
switch or replace it.
16
CL
Material shortage or no material Refill the material
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ELECTRIC PRINCIPLE DIAGRAM
ATTACHED ACCESSORIES
Seals: 1 set Edible vaseline: 1 bottle
Liquid outlet valve: 1 set Handle: 2 pieces
Water receiver: 1 set Cylinder cover: 2 piece
Stirring shaft: 2 pieces Fixing nuts: 5 pieces
Puffing tube: 2 pieces Instructions: 1 copy
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WARRANTY
This device is covered by a limited manufacturer's warranty. The manufacturer will repair or replace
any part of this equipment that is defective in material or workmanship within three years from the date
of original purchase, provided that the equipment is used under normal operating conditions as
intended by the manufacturer.
WARRANTY TERMS
During the first three years, any part of this equipment that is defective due to material or workmanship
will be repaired or replaced at the manufacturer's discretion, free of charge, to the original purchaser.
The purchaser will be responsible for any removal or shipping costs.
WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
Warranty will not apply if damage is caused by any of the following:
Damaged when transporting or moving the device
Improper power supply, such as low voltage, defective household wiring, or improper fuses
Accidents, alterations, misuse or abuse of electrical appliances, such as the use of unapproved
accessories, insufficient indoor air circulation, or abnormal operating conditions (extreme
temperatures)
Fire, flood, war, riot, hostilities or acts of God such as hurricanes, floods, etc.
Damage caused by the use of force or external influence
Partially or completely disassembled equipment that is excessively worn by the user
GET SALES SERVICE
When making a warranty claim, please have the original purchase checklist with the purchase date
ready. Once your device is confirmed to be eligible for warranty service, all repairs will be performed
by an authorized repair facility. For technical support and warranty services, please email to
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AFTER-SALES INFORMATION
Model: YKF-8230T
Email: support@aprafielife.com
Phone: 1-866-658-5891 (US)
Monday-Friday from 7 a.m.- 3 p.m. EST
