Scotsman DCE33PA-1SSD Service Manual Page 1

Introduction:This ice machine is the result of Scotsman’sdecades of experience as an industry leader in thedesign and manufacture of both commercial a

Door swing changeThe door can be attached to open with hinges onthe left or right using new brackets shipped loose inthe ice bin. Retain all screws fo

Installation: Water & DrainWater Supply, all models: The recommended watersupply tubing is ¼ inch OD copper. Stainless steelflex or reinforced PVC

Gravity DrainCaution: Restrictions in the drain system to themachine will cause water to back up into the icestorage bin and melt the ice. Gravity dra

ElectricalThe ice machine is supplied with a power cord. Donot remove the grounding pin from the cord’s plug.Do not use extension cords. Follow all co

Cube Size AdjustmentThe cube size can be adjusted by changing theamount of freeze cycle time. This is done by abutton press sequence.Note: There is on

Harvest Time AdjustmentThe harvest time can be adjusted so that all the iceharvests during the cycle, plus a few secondsextra. This is done by a butto

Control SettingsAutomatic water purge enable / disableThe control is set at the factory to automaticallyselect the proper amount of water purge. If de

UseNo special instructions are needed for use. Justtake as much ice as you need, the machine willreplace it. A scoop is provided, and it can be stored

How to clean the condenser and winterize.Condenser cleaningThe condenser is like the radiator on a car, it hasfins and tubes that can become clogged w

How to remove scale from the ice making system.1. Scoop out all of the ice, either discard it or saveit in an ice chest or cooler.2. Press and HOLD th

SpecificationsThis ice machine is designed to be used indoors, ina controlled environment. It can be used in a widevariety of environmental conditions

System InformationOverall:•Refrigerant: 8 oz R-134a•Compressor: Hermetic, 1300 BTUH, X HP•Condenser: Forced draft•Fan blade: 5 blade, 7 inch•Evaporato

Water SystemThe controller uses a Water Sensor to check forthe presence of water in the reservoir and tomeasure the conductivity of the water.The wate

ComponentsJune 2008Page 21SCCG50 & SCCP50Service ManualControl Panel, Bin Light and CurtainEvaporator PlatenScoop and Thermostat BracketEvaporator

ControllerThe controller is located at the front of the unit,under the top panel.It is powered by a 12 volt transformer. It has 5indicator lights:•Com

Performance InformationIce per cycle: 1 lbWater drained / cycle: Varies by harvest cyclelength and purge setting. Typical amounts are @70/50 = 52 oz.

Refrigeration SystemJune 2008Page 24SCCG50 & SCCP50Service ManualSuction Pressure-10010203040506070TimePSIGDischarge Pressure506070809010 011012 0

Thermistor ValuesJune 2008Page 25SCCG50 & SCCP50Service Manual0····853251····826612····800903····776074····752105····728966····706607····685018···

Service DiagnosisNo IceProblem Likely Cause Probable SolutionNo power to unit Power disconnectedCheck breaker or fuse. Reset orreplace, restart and ch

Service DiagnosisMakes excessive noiseProblem Likely Cause Probable SolutionFan blade vibratesBlade is bent Replace fan bladeFan motor mount is broken

Removal and RepairBin Thermostat1. Disconnect electrical power.2. Remove service panel.3. Remove back panel.Note: If unit is built in it must be pulle

Cabinet LayoutJune 2008Page 3SCCG50 & SCCP50Service Manual14 7/8"AIR INAIR OUT.75 SHEET METAL DOOR FRONT.63 MIN. CABINET DOOR29 1/4"1&qu

Removal and RepairEvaporator ThermistorNote: If unit is built in it must be pulled out tochange the evaporator thermistor.1. Shut machine off. If unit

Removal and Repair - Cabinet RemovalCertain components require the removal of thecabinet for repair access.1. If the machine is in a freeze mode, perf

18. Remove two screws holding freezingcompartment brace to cabinet, lift brace up.19. Lift evaporator platen up and tilt back enoughfor bin assembly t

Refrigeration ServiceThis ice machine use R-134a type refrigerant.There are specific rules for handling thatrefrigerant.To check for system pressures,

Introduction:This ice machine is the result of Scotsman’sdecades of experience as an industry leader in thedesign and manufacture of both commercial a

SpecificationsThis ice machine is designed to be used indoors, ina controlled environment. It can be used in a widevariety of environmental conditions

Cabinet LayoutSeptember 2009Page 3SCCG30 & SCCP30Service Manual14 7/8"AIR INAIR OUT.75 SHEET METAL DOOR FRONT.63 MIN. CABINET DOOR29 1/4"

Air flowThe machine takes in room temperature air at thelower right front and forces warm air out the lowerleft front. Restricting the airflow will ad

Water QualityAll water, including potable water supplied bymunicipalities, contains some impurities orminerals. Water absorbs impurities from the air

Door CoveringDoor PanelThe ice machine is supplied without a conventionaldoor covering so it can be decorated to the user’spreference. Scotsman offers

Air flowThe machine takes in room temperature air at thelower right front and forces warm air out the lowerleft front. Restricting the airflow will ad

Door Panel AttachmentSeptember 2009Page 7SCCG30 & SCCP30Service ManualGasketScotsmanDoor PanelCoverMachineScrewUse UpperHole at theTopUse LowerHol

Custom PanelA custom panel of wood or other material notexceeding 15 lb can be attached to the door.Attachment is from the ice side of the door. Holes

Door swing changeNote: Prior models had separate hinge bracketsand different directions to change swing.Moving the hinges allows the door to open from

Door swing changeThe door can be attached to open with hinges onthe left or right using new brackets shipped loose inthe ice bin. Retain all screws fo

Installation: Water & DrainWater Supply, all models: The recommended watersupply tubing is ¼ inch OD copper. Stainless steelflex or reinforced PVC

Gravity DrainCaution: Restrictions in the drain system to themachine will cause water to back up into the icestorage bin and melt the ice. Gravity dra

Electrical & Start UpThe ice machine is supplied with a power cord. Donot remove the grounding pin from the cord’s plug.Do not use extension cords

Cube Size AdjustmentThe size of the ice cubes is determined by howlong the ice machine is in the freezing cycle. Thatis controlled by the cube size th

Harvest Time AdjustmentThe harvest time can be adjusted so that all the iceis released during the harvest period, with a fewseconds extra for a safety

UseNo special instructions are needed for use. Justtake as much ice as you need, the machine willreplace it. A scoop is provided, and it can be stored

Water QualityAll water, including potable water supplied bymunicipalities, contains some impurities orminerals. Water absorbs impurities from the air

How to clean the condenser and winterize.Condenser cleaningThe condenser is like the radiator on a car, it hasfins and tubes that can become clogged w

How to remove scale from the ice making system.1. Scoop out all of the ice, either discard it or saveit in an ice chest or cooler.2. Switch the machin

System InformationOverall:•Refrigerant: 8 oz R-134a•Compressor: Hermetic, 700 BTUH•Condenser: Forced draft•Fan blade: 3 blade, 6 inch•Evaporator: Inve

Water SystemThe water system consists of a water pump, inletwater solenoid valve, reservoir with overflowstandpipe and spray platform.Harvest cycle: T

Model and Serial Plate LocationComponentsSeptember 2009Page 20SCCG30 & SCCP30Service ManualCondenser and Bin ThermostatInlet Water Solenoid ValveM

Performance InformationListed cycle times are after the 3rd consecutive cycle, will vary a minute or so, and will be longer for builtin units.Harvest

Refrigeration SystemSeptember 2009Page 22SCCG30 & SCCP30Service ManualSuction Pressure010203040506070TimePSIGDischarge Pressure020406080100120140T

Service DiagnosisNo IceProblem Likely Cause Probable SolutionNo power to unit Power disconnectedCheck breaker or fuse. Reset orreplace, restart and ch

Service DiagnosisMakes excessive noiseProblem Likely Cause Probable SolutionFan blade vibratesBlade is bent Replace fan bladeFan motor mount is broken

Removal and RepairBin Thermostat1. Disconnect electrical power.2. Remove service panel.3. Remove back panel.Note: If unit is built in it must be pulle

Door CoveringDoor PanelThe ice machine is supplied without a conventionaldoor covering so it can be decorated to the user’spreference. Scotsman offers

Removal and RepairCube Size Thermostat1. Disconnect unit from electrical power.2. Remove door.3. Remove top panel.4. Remove service panel.5. Remove ba

Removal and Repair - Cabinet RemovalCertain components require the removal of thecabinet for repair access.1. Shut machine off, if making ice, melt ic

15. Lift evaporator platen up and tilt back enoughfor bin assembly to clear the base.16. Remove air baffle.17. Unplug wire harness connector (at back

Refrigeration ServiceThis ice machine use R-134a type refrigerant.There are specific rules for handling thatrefrigerant.To check for system pressures,

INTRODUCTIONThe Scotsman DCE33 is a restaurant type icemachine designed for home use. It produces thesame high quality ice as large Scotsmancommercial

TECHNICAL INFORMATIONScotsman Ice Systems are designed andmanufactured with the highest regard for safetyand performance. They meet or exceed thestand

CABINET DIMENSIONSDCE33September 2011Page 3Overhead View of DCE33 andCompanion Refrigerator Side ByRefrig.IceMachineDCE33 Cabinet ViewsPump Drain Hose

INSTALLATIONTo properly make and store ice, the DCE33requires access to air, potable water, 115 voltelectricity and a drain. The machine must beinstal

TO INSTALL: PlumbingThe water supply and drain should be roughed inand ready at the point of installation. A wall outletdirectly behind the ice machin

TO INSTALL: PlumbingFree Standing Cabinet, Gravity DrainModel:All horizontal runs of drain lines must have a 1/4"per foot fall. An air gap will l

Door Panel AttachmentJune 2008Page 7SCCG50 & SCCP50Service ManualGasketScotsmanDoor PanelCoverMachineScrewUse UpperHole at theTopUse LowerHole at

TO INSTALL: PlumbingFree Standing Cabinet, Pump Model:1. Remove the kickplate and control box cover.2. Route the water supply, which should be a 1/4&q

TO INSTALL: PlumbingBuilt In, Gravity Drain Model:The drain and inlet water tubes must be plumbedbefore connecting to the ice machine. All horizontalr

TO INSTALL: PlumbingBuilt In Pump Model:1. Place ice machine in front of installed location.Adjust leg levelers to approximately correctposition.2. Re

TO INSTALL: Add On KitsDrain Pump KitThe DCE33 is delivered either with or without adrain pump. Models without a drain pump draintheir water by gravit

TO INSTALL: Add On KitsDoor Kit: The door may be modified to accept adecorator door panel.Customizing Door Panel:A custom door panel may be installed

DCE33September 2011Page 12AFTER INSTALLATIONReversing Door Swing:The hinged side of the door may be reversed tothe other side if desired:The DCE33 was

AFTER INSTALLATION - OPERATIONFinal Check List1. Has the machine been properly uncrated, andhave all packing materials and tape been removedfrom insid

OPERATIONHow does the machine make ice?There are two distinct cycles: freeze and harvest.1 freeze cycle + 1 harvest cycle = 1 batch of 8cubes.The Free

COMPONENT LOCATIONDCE33September 2011Page 15ReservoirCurtainBinThermostatBracketControl BoxCoverKickplateControl KnobDoor Gasket

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANINGWhat shouldn’t be done?Never keep anything in the ice storage bin that isnot ice; objects like wine or beer bottles are notonl

Custom PanelA custom panel of wood or other material notexceeding 15 lb can be attached to the door.Attachment is from the ice side of the door. Holes

CLEANINGHow to clean the ice making system.1. Open the door andturn the ice machinecontrol knob to off.2. Scoop out all of the ice, either discard it

ADJUSTMENTSThere are three items that may be adjusted: CubeSize, Harvest Time, and Bin Level. Note: CubeSize and Harvest Time adjustments should only

Bin’s ice level.When the ice machine shuts off the ice level in thebin should be even with the metal tube inside thebin. If the ice in the bin is too

HARVEST TIME ADJUSTMENT, models DCE33A-1BD or DCE33PA-1BDThe harvest time can be adjusted so that all the iceis released during the harvest period, wi

SERVICE DIAGNOSISDCE33September 2011Page 21PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE CORRECTIONThe machine does not operate The machine is unplugged Plug the ma

SERVICE DIAGNOSISDCE33September 2011Page 22PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE CORRECTIONNo ice falling in bin, but machineoperatesIce may be stuck in the

REPAIRCurtainThe curtain keeps the water that sprayed by thepump from falling in the bin.The “sheet” type curtain is replaced by:1. Removing 4 screws

REPAIRTimer - All except DCE33A-1BD orDCE33PA-1BDThe timer may need to be replaced if it does notturn, or if it turns and then stops (except at the en

REPAIRCube Size ControlThe cube size control controls the timer during thefreeze cycle. If the timer will not start, the cube sizecontrol may be the p

REPAIRSpray PumpThe water pump that forces the water from thereservoir through the spray jets.1. Disconnect electrical power.2. Open the bin door and

Door swing changeNote: Prior models had separate hinge bracketsand different directions to change swing.Moving the hinges allows the door to open from