Hoshizaki FD-650MWJ-C 622 lb/Day Water-Cooled Small Cubelet Ice Machine for Dispensers
FD-650MWJ-C
Product overview
The Hoshizaki FD-650MWJ-C makes small cubelet ice for beverage service in a 22-inch-wide modular head. Its stainless steel exterior houses a stainless steel auger with a greaseless-bearing design. Advanced CleanCycle24 provides a two-second flush every hour to remove sediment; routine cleaning and sanitizing are still required.
This water-cooled head has no built-in ice storage. Select a manufacturer-approved cubelet-compatible dispenser or ice bin and the required mounting or top kit separately. The water-cooled condenser requires its own cooling-water connections.
- Small cubelet ice: For a compatible beverage dispenser or ice-storage installation.
- 22-inch nominal width: Check the full head profile, mounting openings and utility connections.
- Water-cooled condenser: Separate condenser-water circuit.
Specifications
| Model | FD-650MWJ-C |
|---|---|
| Ice form | Small cubelet |
| Cooling | Water-cooled |
| Nominal head dimensions (W × D × H) | 22 × 24 × 26 inches; separate bin/dispenser, supports and utility clearances add to the installation envelope |
| Exterior | Stainless steel exterior |
| Refrigerant | R-404A |
| Electrical supply | 115V / 60Hz / single phase; independent grounded supply |
| Minimum circuit ampacity / maximum fuse or HACR breaker | 20A / 20A; verify delivered nameplate |
| Connection | Hardwired line, neutral and ground; no cord or plug included |
| Indoor head ambient | 45–100°F |
| Potable inlet-water temperature | 45–90°F |
| Potable-water pressure | 10–113 psig |
| Potable-water inlet | ½-inch FPT; minimum ¼-inch nominal-ID copper tubing or equivalent |
| Head drain | ¾-inch FPT; minimum ¾-inch nominal-ID hard pipe or equivalent |
| Ice-making water use | 12 US gal per 100 lb of ice at 90°F air / 70°F water |
| Condenser-water inlet | ½-inch FPT; minimum ¼-inch nominal-ID copper tubing or equivalent |
| Condenser-water outlet | ⅜-inch FPT; minimum ¼-inch nominal-ID hard pipe or equivalent |
Storage, mounting and service access
Match the head to a cubelet-compatible dispenser or an approved ice bin at least 22 inches wide. Verify the exact top kit, support, discharge opening and bin-control position before ordering; cabinet width alone does not establish fit. The FD mounting layout uses a 5¼-inch ice-discharge opening and a minimum 1½-inch bin-control opening. Do not substitute another series’ opening locations.
Install level on a firm foundation indoors, away from ovens, grills and other high-heat equipment. Leave 6 inches at the rear and sides and 24 inches above for auger removal, plus front access and utility allowances. Check the dimension drawing against the complete installed assembly rather than treating the nominal cabinet size as a fit guarantee.
Condenser-water requirements
Provide a separate cooling-water supply with shutoff and drain valves; check local backflow requirements. For an open-drain installation, keep the condenser inlet at or above 45°F and have the installer check for a 104–115°F outlet five minutes after a freeze cycle starts. A closed-loop system requires at least 4 GPM flow, at least 10 PSIG between the supply inlet and return outlet, and less than 30% glycol when using a blend. Install shutoff and drain valves at both connections; maintain at least 45°F inlet water and confirm a 104–115°F return five minutes after a freeze cycle starts. Condenser cooling water is additional to the potable water used to make ice.
Utilities and controls
A qualified installer must connect the independent grounded supply and connect the white lead to neutral. If GFCI protection is required, use a GFCI breaker rather than a receptacle. Match the delivered nameplate before electrical work.
Fit potable-water shutoff and drain valves and select water treatment for local water quality. Keep head, storage and any open condenser drains separate, with vented tees, at least ¼ inch fall per horizontal foot and a minimum 2-inch vertical air gap at each outlet. Do not pipe drains directly into the sewer.
Confirm the auxiliary code when arranging bin-control service: N-2 uses infrared sensing, while N-3 and later use ultrasonic sensing with mechanical backup. Install and test the correct control so the head stops when the selected storage assembly is full.
Cleaning and maintenance
Clean the ice scoop daily. Check external water filters and clean the exterior, bin-control lens, underside and top-kit surfaces monthly. Clean and sanitize the head and storage assembly at least every six months; site conditions may require more frequent care. Keep the drains clear and have the extruding-head seal bolts inspected. Removed seal bolts must be replaced.
Arrange yearly qualified checks of valves, hoses, the condenser, fasteners and upper-bearing wear. After three years, include both bearings, the lower O-ring, mechanical seal, cylinder and auger in annual inspections. Disconnect and lock out power before service. Follow the exact cleaning solution and rinsing procedure, wear protective gloves and goggles, and do not use ammonia-type cleaners or serve ice made from cleaning solution.
Limited warranty
For serial numbers VxxxxxJ and later, coverage includes three years parts and labor on the machine and five years parts on the compressor. Confirm coverage for earlier serial numbers. Coverage is for the original owner/user in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and U.S. territories, subject to installation, maintenance and other exclusions. Register within 30 days of installation and retain installation records. Read the full limited warranty.
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Choose the cooling arrangement and finish for the site, then confirm the exact production rating, storage assembly and required components before ordering.
Product documents
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