Hoshizaki DCM-500BWK 610 lb/Day Water-Cooled Cubelet Ice and Water Dispenser
DCM-500BWK
Product overview
The Hoshizaki DCM-500BWK combines a water-cooled cubelet ice machine, built-in storage bin and ice-and-water dispenser. Push-button controls serve easy-to-chew cubelet ice without scooping from an open bin. It produces up to 610 lb of ice per 24 hours at 70°F air and 50°F water.
A stainless steel exterior encloses the ice-making system and built-in bin. The stainless steel auger uses a greaseless bearing, while CleanCycle24 provides a two-second hourly flush to help remove sediment.
- 40 lb nominal storage: 1.3 cu. ft. built-in bin.
- Push-button dispensing: Ice and water from separate selections.
- Water-cooled: Separate condenser-water circuit required.
Specifications
| Model | DCM-500BWK |
|---|---|
| Ice form | Cubelet |
| Condenser | Water-cooled |
| Ice production at 70°F air / 50°F water | Up to 610 lb per 24 hours |
| Ice production at 90°F air / 70°F water | 520 lb per 24 hours |
| Dispensing | Ice and water; push-button controls |
| Nominal bin storage | 40 lb |
| Bin volume | 1.3 cu. ft. |
| Electrical supply | 115V / 60Hz / single phase |
| Rated current | 6.7 A |
| Minimum circuit / maximum fuse | 20 A |
| Electrical connection | Hardwired; power cord not included |
| Refrigerant | R-290 |
| Operating ambient | 45–100°F, indoors |
| Potable-water temperature | 45–90°F |
| Potable-water pressure | 10–113 PSIG |
Nominal storage is based on total bin volume at an average ice density of 30 lb per cu. ft.; usable stored ice varies with ice density and bin conditions. Storage is not daily ice production. Production depends on air and water temperatures, water quality and installation conditions.
Dispensing and placement
Position the container beneath the selected outlet and use the ice or water button. Keep hands and foreign objects out of the dispensing spout. Store only ice in the bin. This self-contained machine does not require a separate ice-making head or storage bin.
Installation and access
Install indoors on a firm, level counter or a suitable optional stand, away from heat-producing equipment. Allow at least 6 inches at the rear and sides and 24 inches above for auger removal. Keep ventilation clear and do not place objects on the machine. Seal a counter-mounted installation as directed in the manual. Check the full installation drawing, projections, drain routing and complete leg or stand height before preparing an opening.
The optional SD-500 stand is sold separately. Confirm the exact support and leg package for the installation; a stand pictured with the dispenser is not included.
This model uses flammable R-290 refrigerant. Provide a room floor area of at least 6.2 m² (67.0 sq. ft.) for operation or storage, and confirm the delivered nameplate. Do not install in a public corridor or lobby or above 2,000 m (6,561 ft). Keep ignition sources away, protect refrigerant tubing and leave refrigeration service to qualified personnel.
Electrical and plumbing requirements
Have qualified personnel connect an independent, properly grounded supply matched to the nameplate and applicable codes. Provide the hardwired connection specified in the installation manual; a plug-in receptacle alone is not a complete installation. If GFCI protection is required, use a GFCI breaker rather than a receptacle.
Supply potable water only, using at least ¼-inch nominal-ID copper tubing or equivalent with shutoff and drain valves. Install pressure reduction above 113 PSIG and correct water hammer before use. Select filtration for the local water quality and service it on schedule.
The water-cooled condenser requires an independent water supply and drain or return line. Do not combine its supply with the ice-making water line. Have the installer verify the exact condenser fittings and open-drain or closed-loop requirements for this model before ordering plumbing parts.
Use at least ¾-inch nominal-ID hard pipe or equivalent for the ice-machine drain, with a vented tee and a ¼-inch fall per horizontal foot. Maintain a vertical air gap of at least 2 inches above the floor drain. Route the bin and drip-tray drains separately from the condenser drain; do not pipe directly to the sewer.
Cleaning and maintenance
Arrange cleaning and sanitation of the ice machine and storage bin every six months, including clear drains and drain pans. Inspect external water filters and wipe the exterior monthly. Water quality, operating conditions or local sanitation rules may require more frequent maintenance.
Schedule qualified inspection of valves, hoses, wiring and the ice-making mechanism, including bearing checks at the intervals in the service manual. Greaseless bearings and the hourly flush do not replace cleaning, sanitation or inspection. Disconnect and lock out the electrical supply before service; the control switch does not disconnect every electrical load. Follow the complete cleaning procedure and chemical labels, and do not use ammonia-type cleaners.
Limited warranty
Three-year limited parts-and-labor coverage applies to the machine. Compressor parts have coverage through year five; labor for the additional two years is excluded. Register within 30 days of installation. Coverage requires proper installation, use and maintenance and is subject to geographic terms and exclusions in the written warranty.
Compare DCM cubelet dispensers
Touchless models: DCM-751BWH-OS · DCM-500BWK-OS · DCM-271BAK-OS · DCM-300BAK-OS · DCM-500BAK-OS · DCM-700BAK-OS
Button-operated models: DCM-700BAK · DCM-500BWK · DCM-500BAK · DCM-300BAK · DCM-271BAK · DCM-751BWH
Choose the exact dispensing controls, cooling method, storage size and utility requirements for the location. Each machine and optional stand is sold separately.
Product documents
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