Hoshizaki Recent Questions, Troubleshooting Help & Support

After 20 years it will need refrigerant gas and a service. They all lose a little gas via the compressor bearing seal. Parts list http://www.hoshizaki.com/docs/manuals/AM-100BAE_pts.pdf ..

You should Adjust warmer or replace it

If the Hoshizaki F-450maf ice machine's reservoir tank has no water, you should first check that the machine is properly connected to a water supply and that the water supply valve is turned on. You should also check that the machine's water filter is clean and not clogged. Additionally, make sure that the float switch is functioning properly and that it is not stuck in the "off" position. If these steps do not resolve the issue, you may need to consult the machine's manual or contact a professional for further assistance.

Question edited for typo. Question moved from Washing Machines Category. Please don't type in all CAPS, it is considered SHOUTING and rude, plus harder to read. You have a dead short to earth. Strip off all the panels and look for water where it shouldn't be and chaffed cables especially near holes in the casing. If you can't find anything, you need to check individual items, compressor, pump, and grinder with a multimeter. Or just call for service.

check for a stuck water float. this usually, in most cases, is the issue.

It should cycle chilled water which then freezes on the plates. It would only stop when the ice bin is filled to the sensor. Help in the link including the Service Manual and video information. https://www.google.com/search?q=Hoshizaki+AM-50BAE-AD+water+running+continuously ..

Wash Switch (bad contacts) https://static-pt.com/modelManual/KM-2400SRH3_sm.pdf?v=1532002531436 (page #28)

in the freeze cycle too long. Most common is the water valve leaking through. Second thing to check is for a stuck float switch.

Factory phone number is 1-800-438-6087

They may supply it for you, or give you contact information for the nearest contracted service representative.

possible bad water solenoid

if pump is running, I would replace it with a new one. google hoshizaki am-50bae troubleshooting for more info http://www.hoshizaki.com/docs/manuals/AM-50BAE(-DS)(-AD)(-ADDS)_serv.pdf

bin stat is what is used to shut machine down. if it goes bad in any way, no power will go to the control board. Start there.

Possibly not getting cold enough because door is open and cold goes out,,, keep door shut

Here is the service manual for it. The unit uses the reverse flow of the compressor to get the evaporator to dump the cubes. This could be causing the issue with the temps if the valve is not closing all the way. However if it is not closing completely, it may be due to a voltage issue from the control board. untitled (static-pt.com)

any beeping? beeping says what problem it is having. Reset it while energyzed by pushing the button way back of the control board in the control panel section. The switch needs to be set to run and valve to normal position, full ice bin sensor may be stuck to full position, exercise the sensor flap. Post what you tried to remedy the situation for better help ideas. Trouble shooting instruction are included on the machine cover doors.

First what you want to do is to clean it really good and then go from there

Have a look at the side of the evaporator; there is a probe (thermistor) attached to it that tells the control board when to initiate the harvest cycle. make sure it's clean and attached properly and doesn't need replacing. If hitting the float switch initiates the harvest cycle it sounds like you have a blocked/ scaled water tube or switch housing. take off the bottom of the switch assembly (black rubber bit) and clean through to the water chamber. run a cycle of descaler before trying again.