Hoshizaki F-2001MLJ 2280 lb/Day Low-Side Remote-Cooled Flake Ice Machine
F-2001MLJ
Product overview
The Hoshizaki F-2001MLJ produces flaked ice for seafood counters, salad bars and chilled food displays. This low-side modular head connects to a compatible parallel refrigeration rack system; the refrigeration rack and storage bin are separate from the ice-making head. Production reaches 2,280 lb per 24 hours at 70°F air / 50°F water, or 1,733 lb at 90°F air / 70°F water.
A stainless steel exterior and auger provide durable construction. Advanced CleanCycle24 flushes sediment for two seconds each hour, while the greaseless-bearing auger design reduces lubrication requirements. Scheduled cleaning, sanitation and bearing inspections are still required.
- Flaked ice: For chilled food-display applications.
- 115V single-phase: Hardwired head; refrigeration rack supplied separately.
- 30-inch nominal width: Confirm bin, top kit and complete installed dimensions.
Specifications
| Model | F-2001MLJ |
|---|---|
| Ice form | Flaked ice |
| Refrigeration arrangement | Low-side head for a compatible parallel rack system |
| Ice production at 70°F air / 50°F water | 2,280 lb per 24 hours |
| Ice production at 90°F air / 70°F water | 1,733 lb per 24 hours |
| Nominal width | 30 inches; check drawing for complete envelope |
| Electrical supply for head | 115V / 60Hz / single phase |
| Rated current | 6.1 A |
| Minimum circuit / maximum fuse | 15 A |
| Connection | Hardwired on site |
| Exterior / auger | Stainless steel |
| Compatible rack refrigerants | R-404A, R-407A or R-407F |
| Shipping charge | Nitrogen holding charge; not ready for refrigeration operation |
| Operating ambient | 45–100°F, indoors |
| Supply-water temperature | 45–90°F |
| Water pressure | 10–113 PSIG |
Production and utility planning
At 90°F air / 70°F water, the specification sheet gives 0.6 kWh and 12 gallons of potable water per 100 lb of ice. Plan the refrigeration rack and its utilities separately; these head specifications do not replace rack-system sizing. Production varies with installation conditions, ambient temperature, water temperature and water quality. Daily output is not storage-bin capacity.
Rack system and refrigerant compatibility
Use a parallel rack system configured for R-404A, R-407A or R-407F. These heads are not compatible with R-448A. Do not connect the head as though it were a self-contained machine or an MRJZ head with a dedicated URC condenser. The head, line set and rack must use the same refrigerant.
| Liquid line | ⅜-inch OD copper |
|---|---|
| Suction line | ⅝-inch OD copper |
| Maximum rack load at 90°F ambient / 70°F water | 11,600 BTU/hr |
| EPR suction-pressure setting with R-404A | 22 PSIG |
| EPR suction-pressure setting with R-407A | 14 PSIG |
| EPR suction-pressure setting with R-407F | 15 PSIG |
A trained, EPA-certified refrigeration technician must make the rack connection. The EPR valve is factory adjusted for R-404A; adjust only as required for the selected refrigerant. Vent the nitrogen holding charge completely before evacuation and final rack commissioning. Follow the exact manual for line routing, brazing, leak testing and evacuation, together with the rack manufacturer’s instructions; add a suction-line trap only where those instructions require it.
Installation and bin selection
Install indoors on a firm, level, supported surface, away from high-heat equipment. Leave at least 6 inches at the rear and sides and 24 inches above the head for service and auger removal. Check cabinet projections, plumbing and refrigerant connections, bin height and legs before preparing the location.
Select the exact bin and top kit using the top-kit compatibility matrix and the installation manual. Two heads may be installed side by side on a compatible supported arrangement; storage bins, additional heads and top kits are sold separately. B-1500SS and B-1650SS applications require two heads. Nominal width alone does not establish fit.
Bin-control setup
Have the installer set and test the bin control for the selected bin or dispenser. Do not use the standard-storage-bin factory setting for a dispenser. Measure and configure the ice level as directed for the installed control so ice does not cause head movement, water leakage or overflow. Keep top kits and risers clear of the sensor lens and sensing area.
Electrical requirements
Provide an independent, properly grounded 115V / 60Hz / single-phase supply for the ice-making head, with a 15A minimum circuit / maximum fuse rating. A licensed electrician must hardwire the connection and verify neutral and ground against the nameplate and wiring diagram. If GFCI protection is required, use a GFCI breaker rather than a GFCI receptacle. Rack-system electrical requirements must be planned separately.
Water supply and drainage
Connect potable water through the ½-inch FPT inlet using at least ¼-inch nominal-ID copper tubing or equivalent. Fit shutoff and drain valves and keep piping accessible for servicing. Reduce water pressure above 113 PSIG; do not operate with the water supply turned off or below 10 PSIG.
Use the ¾-inch FPT drain outlet with at least ¾-inch nominal-ID hard pipe or equivalent. Provide a vented tee, a ¼-inch fall per horizontal foot and at least a 2-inch vertical air gap above the floor drain. Run head and storage-bin drains separately; do not connect directly to the sewer. Follow the manual for the separate condensate drain arrangement.
Cleaning and maintenance
Clean and rinse the ice scoop daily. Check water filters and clean the exterior, bin-control lens, underside, top kit and bin door monthly. Clean and sanitize the head and storage bin at least every six months; water quality, operating conditions and local sanitation rules may require more frequent service. At that service, also inspect drains and extruding-head seal bolts and clean the condensate and gear-motor drain pans.
Have a qualified technician inspect inlet and drain valves, water hoses, loose components and upper-bearing wear yearly. After three years, include the lower bearing, seals, evaporator cylinder and auger in the yearly inspection. The greaseless bearing still requires wear checks. Isolate electrical power before service, follow chemical labels, wear liquid-proof gloves and goggles, and do not use ammonia-type cleaners. Drain the water system before prolonged shutdowns or freezing conditions.
Limited warranty
The head carries three years of parts and labor coverage under the manufacturer’s limited warranty. Register within 30 days of installation. Coverage applies to the original owner/user in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and U.S. territories, subject to proper installation, use, maintenance and the written terms and exclusions. Confirm separate rack-equipment coverage with its supplier.
Compare low-side flake ice heads
F-1002MLJ: 22-inch nominal width and up to 1,028 lb per day. F-2001MLJ: 30-inch nominal width and up to 2,280 lb per day. Both ratings are at 70°F air / 50°F water. Select the head to suit the required production, rack load, line sizes and bin arrangement; the models do not have interchangeable rack-line requirements.
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