Hoshizaki KM-1601SWJ 1660 lb/Day Water-Cooled Stackable Crescent Ice Machine
KM-1601SWJ
Product overview
The Hoshizaki KM-1601SWJ makes individual crescent ice with a double-sided stainless steel evaporator and a stainless steel exterior. This water-cooled stackable ice-making head requires a separate compatible storage bin or dispenser; it has no built-in ice storage. Production reaches 1,660 lb per 24 hours at 70°F air / 50°F water. The water-cooled condenser requires a separate water supply and drain or return circuit.
The factory-installed ultrasonic bin control can be adjusted on site. CycleSaver operation, the EverCheck alert system and CleanAssist cleaning support day-to-day ice production and maintenance.
- 1,660 lb per day: Rated at 70°F air / 50°F water.
- 60 Hz single-phase: Hardwired electrical connection.
- Water-cooled: Independent condenser-water circuit.
Specifications
| Model | KM-1601SWJ |
|---|---|
| Ice form | Individual crescent cubes |
| Cooling | Water-cooled |
| Ice production at 70°F air / 50°F water | 1,660 lb per 24 hours |
| Electrical supply | 208–230V / 60Hz / single phase |
| Connection | Hardwired on site; no cord or plug included |
| Cabinet base width | 48 inches; allow for upper-panel and connection projections |
| Evaporator / exterior | Stainless steel |
| Refrigerant | R-404A |
| Storage | Compatible bin or dispenser sold separately |
| Ice production at 90°F air / 70°F water | 1,650 lb per 24 hours |
| Minimum circuit / maximum fuse | 20 A |
| Rated current | 13.6 A |
| Heat rejection | 21,300 BTU/hr |
| Operating ambient | 45–100°F, indoors |
| Supply-water temperature | 45–90°F |
| Water pressure | 10–113 PSIG |
Production and utility use
At 90°F air / 70°F water, consumption per 100 lb of ice is 3.30 kWh, 19.7 gallons of potable water, 100 gallons of condenser water. Production varies with air and water temperature, water quality and installation conditions. Daily output is not bin storage capacity.
Installation and stacking
Install indoors on a firm, level, properly supported bin or dispenser, away from ovens, grills and other high-heat equipment. Have the installer confirm airflow and service clearances for the delivered cooling configuration. Check the complete drawing for panel projections, utility connections and the total installed height with the selected bin and legs.
Two compatible heads can be stacked to increase production in the same floor space. Have the installer confirm the exact pairing, support, ice-drop opening, securing brackets and bin-control wiring before ordering; the stacking procedure depends on the models and bin-control configuration. An additional head, storage bin and any required top kit are sold separately.
Use the bin and top-kit chart together with the installation manual to select the storage bin and top arrangement. Nominal width alone does not establish fit; confirm single-head or stacked configuration and the required adapters.
Bin-control setup
Have the installer set and test the ultrasonic bin control for the selected storage bin or dispenser before operation. The factory setting 1 shuts down at 12 inches from the sensor for standard storage bins; do not use this setting for a dispenser. Measure and configure dispenser ice levels using the manual to prevent machine movement, water leakage or ice overflow. Keep top kits and risers clear of the sensor lens and sensing path.
Electrical requirements
Have a licensed electrician provide an independent, properly grounded 208–230V / 60Hz / single phase supply. The minimum circuit / maximum fuse rating is 20A. Match the delivered nameplate and wiring diagram. The electrical connection must be hardwired; no cord or plug is included. Where GFCI protection is required, use a GFCI breaker rather than a GFCI receptacle.
This single-phase model requires a neutral conductor. If neutral is unavailable, the specified HS-5030 transformer kit is required; have the electrician confirm and install the correct arrangement.
Water supply and drainage
Connect potable water through the ½-inch FPT inlet using at least ⅜-inch nominal-ID copper tubing or equivalent. Provide shutoff and drain valves and leave the piping accessible for service. Reduce pressure above 113 PSIG; do not operate with the supply turned off or below 10 PSIG.
The ice-making drain uses a ¾-inch FPT outlet and 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 ice-machine, bin and condenser-water drains separately; do not pipe directly to the sewer. The condensate drain may join the ice-machine drain or run separately as directed in the manual.
The condenser-water circuit is independent of the ice-making water supply. Its ½-inch FPT inlet requires at least ⅜-inch nominal-ID copper tubing or equivalent; the ⅜-inch FPT outlet requires at least ⅜-inch nominal-ID hard pipe for an open drain or copper tubing for a closed-loop return. Provide the shutoff and drain valves required for the selected arrangement. For a closed loop, provide at least 4 GPM flow and a 10 PSIG inlet-to-return pressure differential; any glycol mixture must be less than 30% glycol. Keep condenser inlet water at or above 45°F. Have the installer verify an outlet or return temperature of 104–115°F five minutes after a freeze cycle begins.
Cleaning and maintenance
Clean and rinse the ice scoop daily. Check external water filters and clean the bin-control lens, exterior, underside, top kits and bin door monthly. Clean and sanitize the head and storage bin at least yearly; water quality, operating conditions and local sanitation rules may require more frequent service. Have the inlet screen, hoses and condenser inspected yearly and cleaned as needed.
Disconnect and lock out electrical power before service. Follow the complete cleaning procedure and chemical labels, wear liquid-proof gloves and goggles, and do not use ammonia-type cleaners. CleanAssist does not replace sanitation. Drain the water system for prolonged shutdowns or freezing conditions.
Limited warranty
Coverage includes three years of parts and labor on the machine, five years of parts and labor on the KM evaporator, and five years of compressor and air-cooled condenser parts. Compressor and condenser labor beyond year three is excluded. 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.
Compare stackable crescent ice machines
KM-1301 models: KM-1301SAJ · KM-1301SAJ3 · KM-1301SAJ-E · KM-1301SWJ · KM-1301SWJ3 · KM-1301SRJZ · KM-1301SRJZ3
KM-1601 models: KM-1601SWJ · KM-1601SWJ3 · KM-1601SAJ · KM-1601SAJ3 · KM-1601SRJZ · KM-1601SRJZ3
KM-1900 models: KM-1900SAJ · KM-1900SWJ · KM-1900SAJ3 · KM-1900SWJ3 · KM-1900SRJZ3 · KM-1900SRJZ
KM-2200 models: KM-2200SRJZ3 · KM-2200SWJ3
KM-2600 models: KM-2600SRJZ3 · KM-2600SWJ3
Match cooling method, electrical phase and production rating to the installation. KM-1301SAJ-E is a separate 50 Hz configuration; it is not a 60 Hz substitute. A shared series does not establish stacking or bin compatibility.
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