Manitowoc indigo troubleshooting

[@jeffhall2958]

Hey Dave, as I do a lot of Manitowoc's, when those sensors fail, clear the fault, then put the machine into "Safe Mode". This ignores the sensors I believe, (I'll have to recheck to be certain), and let it run until you can replace the sensors. It'll then run only on time and the sonic bridge thickness probe. It's a quick fix for the weekends when you don't have the parts, and can get back on a normal week-day and make the proper repair when you have the sensors at a non "time and a half" after hours call. Manitowoc gives you many options to keep running, and helpful diagnosis to find the factual problem.

[@truthistruth883]

Those sensors... according to Manitowoc do not cause a hard lockout... it brings on safe mode.

[@Twistedmist]

Thanks for the video, my ice maker was just drizzling like this one and only making a few cubes at a time. I do regular cleaning, and this was just after a cleaning. I figured the pump wore out and was just about to buy a new one, all the trouble shooting pointed to the pump. Before I clicked buy, I popped the pump casing apart, and there was build up that didn't get resolved from the wash cycle. Cleared the build up and it worked like new.

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

Twistedmist good find that is very common

[@Refertech404]

Great video.... This is exactly what I came across the other day..... T4 fault..... I'm 5 month into the refrigeration trade. Ur videos will come really handy. Thanks

[@michaeltucker8739]

I have a question. The display screen is blue with an underscore which is not blinking. I was told by tech support to change lcd display along with cable. If that doesnt work it is most likely the board. Do you agree because it would be embarrassing to change out and it still does not work. I push the contactor in and compressor runs fine. I even shut power off and back on at breaker. Please help

[@andrewvp2906]

Dude this is some kick ass info. Thanks so much for your time and effort!

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

Your welcome

[@nohandleforme....]

Yes. That's one thing I was commended for while I was in the Air Force... making good use of technical data. That can make all the difference in the world!

[@jddilligaff]

RTFM is always a good thing in my book .. good job !

[@MyJaguar2003]

Dave Hi. What's the best way to clean the evaporator for this icemaker that set for 2 years. It looks very rusty From setting to long. Any advice greatly appreciated.

[@wuyizhang1495]

would you explain why the contactor not pull in? what failed part most cause that? thank you

[@Ks13007]

where is the air filter and water filter located please.? Mine is a water cooled unit.

[@darksabatta]

Where do you get those pocket guides

[@jimmyp5487]

The thermistors are just for display and diagnosing through the controller correct?? Just to check your evap plate and condenser in and out temps?? They don’t actually control the system do they?

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

Correct

[@rashiddugasse2853]

i have a manitowoc indigo ice machine when i put my machine on and is not taking water but my compressor is working its not indicating anything on the display what can i do to fix it

[@andrewthacker114]

I might need your help on a similar machine- having trouble getting the ice off the plate. Think it’s lost it’s nickel.

[@davejohnsonnola2758]

Can you do a manual purge from the keypad? My local water supply overdosed the chemicals and is killing ice machines all over town the past month. Forms yellow crystals that plugs up the intake on a brand new Indigo that was just professionally cleaned four days ago. Another vendor who leases machines in the French Quarter (24 hour bars gotta have ice) has his guys out every day doing a warm water flush and manual purge on his machines.

[@HVACRSurvival]

I love your videos Super Dave! I know this video is older but the temp sensors will not shut down the machine per what the factory told me. I'm still having T3 and T4 sensor failures. After changing them, there going bad again a year latter.

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

N.W. Ohio HVAC Videos just let the customer know it’s only for diagnosis. And to get a Hoshizaki next time. 👍

[@stevep9992]

Another great lesson from a pro!

[@kealakeaulana2135]

I have an manitowoc indigo series and it shuts off no water comes out. Changed the water inlet and still no water. Please help

[@sunshineapplianceservice6267]

Have you seen the T4 display 350F? Could this be a similar symptom to the 475F?

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

The t4 thermistor bad. They don’t need to be there for operation

[@pop5169]

Where you get this book from ?

[@19voodoo69]

We don’t do many ice makers in our area. We do have some these around.

[@benkuxhouse787]

I have an indigo Manitowoc weather TXV fault code that will always come back after I clear it. When I call tech support he told me it was the sensors never probably the issue because the ice machine is still making ice. The sensors are not important that's what I was told by the we tech support. The ice probe initiates Harvest and the curtain terminates it. The sensors don't initiate or terminate any Harvest or ice making Cycles. It's just there for the data for techs. Looks like the major problem with that machine was just dirty really dirty, do you try to always promote water filters for ice machines I know I sure would

[@bwd111]

My machine display works and turns on but will not let me select off. You can just scroll to program bypass or resume or exit. You can not select off with the curser.

[@therawofrain]

nice trouble shooting mate. those services manuals are gold ! it's a shame NTC's don't all have the same range. perhaps it might help you if you have a couple of potentiometer's on the truck. I just make them fit the connector on the board and put my meter on to calibrate to the correct resistance. saves my ass a few times good for testing the boards and if your lucky you can get them back up and running while you wait for parts.

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

That's a great tip thanks.

[@bigernie1988]

where could i get the books do they have them at the supply house

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

You can get them from each wholesaler of the ice machine brands. Usually free. If you take the yearly class from manufacture you will also get the books and good info on the machines as well.

[@yurikonarvaez6778]

Excuse me, I have problems with my MANITOWOC INDIGO ice machine, MODEL: ID0502A-161D my screen is blocked does not read any button, turn on directly. just says OFF OFF / ON MODE What could be the possible solution? If you can help me, I would appreciate it

[@raviyadav8743]

Your touch screen harnesses might me faulty replace it .

[@GreekG91]

How do you fix a button panel that will not respond to any buttons you push, but it is still on?

[@hargrave961]

GreekG91 replace the touch pad.

[@1hvacrservicetech463]

Where’d you get your binder manuals like that bro I’ve looked everywhere for them can’t find those like u have

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

Tn Chill’n the supply house that sells the ice machines had them they are free

[@fireindigital]

WOAH I was watching a Manitowoc training video, this popped up playing randomly as the Bluetooth in my truck connected to my phone. When you say "its 4:19"...I look at my clock, and its exactly 4:19. WHAT ARE THE ODDS

[@Dj0287]

I just got a brand new Manitowoc Indigo and it's not getting cold to make ice. I have no warnings or alerts, what could be the cause of this?

[@Eastern-Angler06]

Is the compressor running?

[@hargrave961]

Literally anything...

[@rosswood7224]

What are the symptoms of a bad thermistor? Will the ice machine do things that tell if it's bad?

[@hargrave961]

Ross Wood no, it usually throws a code.

[@sykotictendencies6032]

Where do you get those books

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

At the classes. But if you reach out to manufacturers they will Usually send them out

[@sykotictendencies6032]

@@NorCal-refrigeration awesome thanks

[@Keepontrucking15]

What tech book are you using? I need to get myself one

[@AVR-hf1rl]

Good afternoon.Where did you get your technician hand bookhave learned a lot whatching your videos

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

From the wholesaler that sell the ice machines. Thanks for watching.

[@7755manolo]

Where can I get that notebook that you have on the video Great video by the way 👍

[@philltafolla]

Great fix Dave just had my first Indigo with a T4 error code 475 at the display gotta go tomorrow and get that taken care of also gotta look at another indigo evaporator is icing up i noticed on this indigos they put in some kind of microphone thickness sensor weird well see what i find tomorrow

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

Felipe Tafolla yep ice thickness probe is a microphone now. Check it by Hz

[@philltafolla]

Nor-Cal Refrigeration & H.V.A.C cool Hz or Ohms resistance reading the book rightnow says to disconnect ice thickness from the board, connect red lead to red wire at the thickness plug , and black lead to black wire at the thickness plug , normal readings should be 1.4-2.5 then reverse the leads normal readings should be 1.2-1.5 if ohms are withing value check control board voltage at the ice thickness probe connection! interesting.....

[@davejohnsonnola2758]

If you cannot find the service tech manual at your local distributor, check online here: manitowocfsg.sysonline.com/Default.aspx Service manuals, parts breakdowns, service bulletins and more.

[@apnaconstruction]

Hello luv u r video. Where u get that service book. ? Plz am looking for. Thanks in advance

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

apnaconstruction they are free from the parts house that sell that brand of ice machine

[@henryvandervort9891]

Where you get your books at thanks

[@comadreja38]

Training, also Baker distribution

[@seymore2000]

just had to replace control board on an IY series all relays energized at same time lightning I think? not good no ice for Arby's easy change out though! nice video biggest problem on ice machine's is nobody cleans the damn things

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

They never clean them and the health inspector dose not check them either.

[@lickitysplit2413]

EasyIce does!!

[@RobHVAC]

Nice vid. Always helpful to have the book.

[@shanesprague764]

Very informative video because I could follow your logic and who knew they made books!

[@OcRefrig]

you get free tech books at the schools when u go or u can buy them from parts distributors. got like 10 books on the truck. manitowocs, hoshi's, ice-o matic's. etc.

[@toolman9081]

LOL "if this were a Hoshi I wouldn't be here right now" No better words have been spoken on youtube :)

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

You know it's true.

[@OcRefrig]

just did a bin stat on a hoshi last week. seems like thats the most common for me on hoshi's and the floats full of pancake mix.

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

+OcRefrigeration,Hvac & Electrical. Yep. That's about it.

[@toolman9081]

I have replaced quite a few evap plates. But I'd rather replace a Hoshi evap plate with my teeth than work on many other machines lol

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

+toolman the plates do separate, and your right best machines hands down. Still assembled in the USA.

[@sajidkhan-om3tq]

Already condenser clean but problem not solve

[@slambangfishinglodge1317]

Thanks from Slam Bang fishing lodge west coast of Vancouver Island floating paradise we specialize in great fishing food and good times

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

Any surf 🏄🏼‍♂️ out there?

[@slambangfishinglodge1317]

@@NorCal-refrigeration big rollers not good for surfing

[@StephenRardon]

Awesomesauce! Enjoyed it!

[@TheTraveler66]

Thanks Dave! Im sure this will be very helpful in the future.

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

Are u going to do a van video

[@TheTraveler66]

Inside? Maybe,I don't know if I want to show the Company Logo on the outside,I don't know if they would mind or not.They don't even know I have a youtube channel.

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

+Max& Me gotcha

[@phillipwickstrom1593]

Thanks for the great vid and especially the information.

[@MariosACandRefrigeration]

if t3 and t4 are out it will make ice once or twice and it will freeze up,replace sensors or put on safe mode until you do.hope it helps somebody.i believe they are 50k thermistors.

[@sajidkhan-om3tq]

Please sir tell me problem hpco

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

sajid khan sure send me 85$

[@jonhvac]

Full of lasagna?...that kind of made me nauseous thinking about it lol! Book really came in handy there. Enjoyed Dave.

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

Lol. Ice makers get nasty sometimes.

[@kriticalthink3442]

Saved my butt for sure. Thanks for posting this!

[@joeshearer1247]

Pretty cool man great diagnosis.

[@TheErre1]

Thank you for sharing man ,great work

[@OmarFuentes5507]

Great! Checking thermistors might do the trick for me. Thanks!!

[@donlove3654]

Manitojoke. Hoshi! Been doing ice for 20years truer words never been spoken!

[@samsonleung1349]

30 yrs

[@kenfarnsworth5239]

I had t3 code today. guess I should have watched this but figured it out.ohm reading was something like 72ohm when other was about 68k.funny it says install,ice probe,clean as possible problems think would say thermistor fail.

[@OcRefrig]

i know, i was thinking the same thing

[@Music4HimNow]

great work sir great video

[@kingofthecrease30]

good thing you have the book...good job...last 15 years I been fixing 10-15 ice machines a week...my company is authorized warranty for every brand....got a problem u can't solve...call me....I'm the best with ice machines 😎

[@Eastern-Angler06]

I have a question ,, the machine is harvesting even the ice doesnt reach the ice thickness prove, what is the problime,, is thre a problime in the evaporator thermistor,, or the board is the problime

[@stevonpeters2289]

I'm getting power on the display but nun happens when I press on

[@apprenticephil649]

jeneses lacanaria is the probe clean? If it's dirty then the probe triggers harvest prematurely. If it's a manitowoc and you see the red light on the board go solid for 9 seconds with small ice then the ice thickness probe needs replacing.

[@TheLenaweeTrekker]

What! I guess you don't understand. That machine is so incredibly bad arse, it can make ice at 475 degrees. Seriously, a few years back, when I attended the factory training class, Jonathan admitted that they had a run of bad thermistors. Jared is even recommending removing the thermistor from the small NEOs now, and Manitowoc will honor your time if the machine is still under warranty.

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

The Lenawee Trekker good info

[@hvacrjunky6119]

Good video with lots of good tips. I need to find me some of those tech books. 😎

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

There under your front seat. Lol

[@hvacrjunky6119]

+Nor-Cal Refrigeration & H.V.A.C LOL👍😎

[@timbaus8735]

I liked the old j and q models

[@BillyKnoth]

good stuff as always Dave!!!!

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

Thanks Billy.

[@damianorsini4260]

4:19 ???? hmmm let me know if in another minute, that Black Sabbath tune "sweet leaf" comes in the radio. lmao

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

Will do.

[@kmservice5582]

Great video Dave! Utilizing diagnostics, not I think it might be this, or maybe that! I learned over the years on the old S, Q, J, B models to verify at least 3 batches after repair was made. More times than not there was a second issue or problem. Most techs bailed after 1 and yes a call back. We all hate call backs. Harder today to always keep a customer operating (specialized electronics)You mentioned Everest(Sold a defective relay board and they would not replace it. ok sorry about the rant! Keep up what your doing. Kevin

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

I always check at least 2 cycles. Your correct there multiple offenders all of them.

[@chillrefrigerationheatinga8084]

Good video Dave

[@darinpugliese5103]

I had this call today at a Pei Wei restaurant and then the water trough over filled into the bin

[@mikestevenson1819]

Awesome! Good info there.

[@Pedrohramirez]

very helpful, thanks

[@frontiermarvin71]

Thanks for the information !!!

[@adconx98]

Thx, great vid!

[@harrydickson4575]

Great tip Dave

[@sajidkhan-om3tq]

My ice machine start making ice after stop hpco active cod

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

High pressure cut out. See if your condenser is clean

[@jimbola77]

excellent job thank u for sharing!!!!!

[@sajidkhan-om3tq]

Please sir solve my problum

[@airmechanical7163]

Great video!

[@zekemontgomery6678]

Sad. They used to make great ice makers now all the electronic stuff is just making it take longer to repair

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

Zeke Montgomery very true. Hoshizaki is the best IMO

[@sajidkhan-om3tq]

Ok

[@danielnorthe2757]

L

[@OcRefrig]

Good Vid.