APRAFILELIFE YKF-8230T Ice Cream Machine User Manual

APRAFILELIFE YKF-8230T Ice Cream Machine

Specifications

• Model: YKF-8230T
• Ambient Temperature: 40-104°F
• Feed Temperature: 35-95°F
• Power Supply Voltage: 110-120V

FAQs

Q: What should I do if the machine emits a buzzing sound upon startup?

A: The buzzing sound indicates a deviation in the power supply voltage. Ensure the power supply voltage is within the specified range (110-120V) to prevent this issue.

USAGE AND FEATURES

This series of products can be used in bars, hotels, cold drink stores, internet cafes, cabarets, cafes, western restaurants, resorts, and other entertainment and leisure places. All of our commercial ice cream machines are equipped with a digital computer control system with LCD or digital display. Since our commercial ice cream machines use high-quality and stable electrical components with advanced production technology, they are easy to operate, safe, and reliable. In addition, our products are equipped with compressors of world-famous brands to ensure a stable and reliable refrigeration system, high production capacity, and low power consumption. The ice cream made with our machine tastes crispy and tender, with a high puffing rate.

SECURITY PRECAUTIONS

1. When you carry or move the machine, the angle of tilt should not exceed 45°.
2. Since vibration cannot be avoided during the carrying process, it is better to leave the machine smoothly for more than 4 hours before use.
3. It is not allowed to turn on the auto key when the mixing shaft is inside the empty barrel, and it is not allowed to turn on when there is water inside the barrel.
4. Check the nameplate (technical parameters) on the back panel of the machine, and whether the required voltage matches with the local power supply.
5. Please make sure the power outlet and grounding wire are effectively connected. 6.
6. When stop using the machine, disassemble its parts, or clean the machine, please disconnect the power supply.
7. To prevent electric shock, do not get the plug, motor, or other electrical parts wet or spill liquid on them.
8. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service center or other similar qualified professional to avoid danger.

PRODUCT STRUCTURE DIAGRAM

I. Structure diagram of vertical type

Cap

| 15| Operating panel| 28| Motherboard
3| Short fixing nuts| 16| Cone holder| 29| Condenser
4| Long fixing nuts| 17| Panel-Side-Left| 30| Fan motor
5| Liquid outlet valve| 18| Hopper| 31| Panel -Side-Right
6| Liquid outlet valve sea| 19| Level lever| 32| Compressor for pre-cooling
7| Shock absorber ring| 20| Cover-Hopper| 33| Compressor
8| Handle| 21| Air pump| 34| Caster
9| Handle fixing rod| 22| Reducer| 35| Condenser for pre-cooling
10| I shape seal ring| 23| Pulley| 36| Fan motor for pre-cooling
11| O shape seal ring| 24| Belt| 37| Panel-Side-Front
12| I shape piston| 25| Panel-Rear| 38| Tray-Drip
13| O shape piston| 26| Motor| 39| Stirring shaft

Structure diagram of table type

Cap

| 16| Cover-Hopper| 29| Fan motor
4| Handle fixing rod| 17| Level lever| 30| Panel -Side-Right
5| Long fixing nuts| 18| Air pump| 31| Condenser
6| O shape seal ring| 19| Hopper| 32| Bellows seal
7| I shape seal ring| 20| Reducer| 33| Seat pad
8| I shape piston| 21| Pulley| 34| Panel-Side-Front
9| O shape piston| 22| Compressor for pre-cooling| 35| Tray-Drip
10| Shock absorber ring| 23| Condenser for pre-cooling| 36| Water receiver cover
11| Handle| 24| Panel-Rear| 37| Motor
12| Evaporator| 25| Fan motor for pre-cooling| 38| Stirring shaft
13| Panel-Side-Left| 26| Compressor| 39| Liquid outlet valve seal

INSTALLATION AND DEBUGGING

installation

• Cut off and remove the packing straps fixed to the carton. Get rid of the carton, take off the packing bag, and check the appearance of the machine for damage and accessories with reference to the list.
• The machine should be placed evenly and steadily, and please lock the brake of the front wheel after placing it.
• Install the handle to the outlet valve against the product structure diagram, then install the assembled outlet valve to the machine and tighten it with the fixing nut.
• Working conditions.
  • Ambient temperature: 40-104 ℉; feed temperature: 35-95 ℉ (Note: feed temperature will directly affect the cooling capacity and output.)
  • Power supply voltage: 110-120v (The deviation of the rated power supply voltage should not be too high or too low. If it is too high or too low, the machine will alarm (buzzing sound) and the machine cannot start.)
  • 3. Power supply frequency: 60±1 Hz
• Placement conditions:
  • The machine should be placed in a cool and ventilated place, avoiding heat sources and direct sunlight. The distance between the exhaust side of the machine and the wall or other similar obstacle should be more than 1 meter, and the distance between the rest sides of the machine and the wall or other similar obstacle should be more than 0.3 meters so that the cold air can flow in the machine and discharge the hot air to ensure the condensation cycle of the machine.
  • The machine should not be placed in a dusty place. Please keep the place clean and tidy, and remove the dust from the condenser regularly.
• Requirements for power supply wiring.
  • Please make sure the power circuit of the machine is equipped with short-circuit protection and leakage protection devices.
  • Please ensure that the power cord is not less than 2.5mm2 and copper core (except for special high-power machines, whose power cord is not less than 4.0mm2 and copper core.) And the power cord should not be too long. When the power cord is too small or too long, the load will be too large, resulting in a drop in voltage, which affects the service life of the machine components.

Debugging

• Turn on the power plug and push the power switch to the “ON” position. Then you will hear a “beep” and the display screen turns on at the same time. The machine now enters standby mode.
• When you press the “Wash” button, the machine enters the washing state and the mixing system starts to run at the same time. Press the “Stop” button, the machine will stop running.
• When you press the “Auto” key, the machine enters the forming stage and the mixing system starts to run at the same time. After a delay of 10 seconds, the cooling system also starts to start. Press the “Stop” button, the machine will stop running.

Cleaning and disinfection

• When the machine is used for the first time, it should be carefully cleaned and disinfected. The specific steps are as follows.
• a. Take about 10L of warm water and add an appropriate amount of food cleaning solution to the water to make it a disinfectant. Then pour the disinfectant into the two barrels and let the disinfectant flow into the refrigerated barrel.
• b. Press the “cleaning” button and run for 5 minutes. Pull down the handle and drain the cleaning solution.
• c. Add water to the material cylinder and rinse 2-3 times.

Notes:

• In the course of cleaning and disinfection, you cannot press the “Auto” key, and you must observe the display screen.
• After cleaning, you must discharge the water in the cylinders completely. Otherwise, the water will be frozen to freeze the cylinder during refrigerating and the stirring shaft will be damaged.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The “Setup” key

• When you press the “Setup” key, you enter the setup menu page. Touch the Daily parameter to set the hardness of the ice cream. At this point, you can adjust the hardness of the ice cream. The larger the number, the harder the ice cream is, and vice versa. You can set the restart time of the machine. The higher the number, the longer the restart time. Touch the “Back” button continuously to return to the standby screen.
• Press the “Set” key while entering the setup menu page and select the number of cups to be cleared (the initial clearing code is 8888,). Touch the “Enter” key to confirm, enter to reset the number of discharge cups, you can also modify the reset password for the number of discharge cups. Reminder: The modified password should be remembered so that the number of discharge cups can be reset next time. Touch the “Back” button continuously to return to the standby interface.
• The system parameters are set by the manufacturer, and the user does not need to set them.

The “CLEAN” key

• When you press the “Clean” button, the buzzer will make a short sound, and the cleaning indicator will light up at the same time. The machine enters the cleaning state and the agitator motor starts to run. The actual measured hardness shows the current current value of the agitator motor. When you press the “Stop” button, the machine will stop running and enter standby mode.

The “AUTO” key

• When you press the “AUTO” button, the buzzer will emit a short sound and the auto indicator light will light up at the same time. The machine enters the automatic working state and the mixing motor starts to run. The actual measured hardness shows the current current value of the mixing motor. 10 seconds later, the compressor, induced draft fan and solenoid valve start to work and the machine enters the fully automatic mode. When the actual measured hardness reaches the set hardness, the machine will stop automatically and enter the automatic standby mode. When the stop time reaches the set time, the machine starts working again and repeats the same cycle. If you want to stop the machine, just press the “STOP” button.
• When you press the “AUTO” button, the hopper enters pre-cooling mode at the same time, the pre-cooling compressor and fan start to work and work continuously for 10 minutes and stop for 5 minutes. When the hopper temperature reaches 8 degrees or after 30 minutes of continuous operation, the pre-cooling compressor and fan will stop working. When the hopper temperature is higher than 12 degrees, the pre-cooling compressor and fan will start working and keep working repeatedly. If you want to turn off the pre-cooling function, just press the “Stop” button. The fan will stop working only when the auto function and pre-cooling function are stopped.

The “STOP” key

• Whether the machine is in the cleaning state or automatic working state, as long as you press the “Stop” button, the machine will stop running and return to the standby state.

The “FRESH” key

• When you press the “FRESH” button, the buzzer will make a short sound and the compressor, fan, and solenoid valve will start to work after 10 seconds. The machine will enter auto mode and the compressor will work continuously for 5 minutes and stop for 60 minutes. When the shutdown time reaches the restart time, the machine will start working again and keep repeating. If you want to stop, just press the “Stop” button.
• When you press the “Fresh” button, the hopper will also enter the pre-cooling function, and the pre-cooling compressor and fan will start working for 10 minutes continuously and stop for 5 minutes. When the temperature of the hopper reaches 46 ℉ , the pre-cooling compressor and fan will stop working. When the temperature of the hopper is higher than 54℉, the pre-cooling compressor and fan will start to work and repeat continuously. If you want to turn off the pre-cooling function, just press the “Stop” button. The fan will stop working only when the auto function and pre-cooling function are stopped.

The “PUFF” key

• When you press the “PUFF” button, the puffing indicator will light up, which means the puffing function is enabled. The output of the puffing pump will always be on when you start the cleaning function. If the automatic function is enabled, the puffing pump will turn on for 1 minute and then turn off. If there is an interrupt action, the puffing pump will turn on after an 8-second delay and turn off after 1 minute of operation after the interrupt is over. When you press the “PUFF” button again, the puffing function will be turned off.

ICE CREAM MAKING INSTRUCTION

• Ice cream is usually made by mixing ice cream ingredients with water. Please mix strictly according to the ratio on the ice cream bag (normally, 1 kg of ice cream ingredients should be mixed with 2.5-3 kg of pure water).
• Let the mixed ice cream slurry stand for 15 minutes, and then pour it evenly into the two buckets on top of the machine. It is required that the slurry should not be lumped so that it can flow smoothly into the refrigeration cylinder through the air inlet hole of the puffing tube.
• Pull down the left and right handles in order to let the two discharge holes flow out 2-3 cups of ice cream pulp in a natural manner. Then pour it into the top material cylinders to prevent water from freezing at the discharge mouth, for it will influence the making of ice cream.
• Switch on the power supply. As the machine enters the standby state, press the “Cleaning” key and let the machine run for about 3-5 minutes. After that press the “Stop” key to stop the machine.
• Press the “Auto” key. As the machine enters the refrigeration and molding state, press the “Soft or Hard” key to choose the hardness of the ice cream you want (Notes: At the prior cleaning state, you must closely observe the current hardness value displayed. If the current value is displayed as 3.5, then the hardness of the ice cream should be set between 4.5 5.5. If it is displayed as 4.0, then the hardness should be set between 5.0-and 5.5).
• When the actual measured hardness of the ice cream reaches the set value, the machine will automatically stop operation and enter the standby state. At this time you can press the “Time” key to set the time as required for the cycle of automatic refrigerating. The automatic refrigerating cycle is set as 3-9 minutes. As you press the key every time, 1 minute is increased. Until it reaches 9 minutes, as you press the key again, the machine will return to the 3-minute state. (Note: when the weather is hot, you’d better set the stop time shorter and vice versa.)
• Take an ice cream cone or cup and place it at the valve outlet. When you pull down the outlet handle, the ice cream will be squeezed out. Pull the handle back after the cup is full.

Notes: It is necessary to ensure that the machine has the right amount of ice cream slurry in the barrel because the lack of material will cause damage to the mixing shaft. Always check whether the inlet hole of the puffing tube is clear to avoid blockage caused by uneven pulp and shortage of material in the freezing cylinder.

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

To guarantee the health of consumers, improve the service life of the machine components, and avoid unnecessary troubles, you must clean the refrigerating cylinder at least once a day.

• The cleaning of the refrigerating cylinder
  • Press the “CLEAN” key to discharge all the pulp inside the cylinder. Press the “STOP” key to stop the machine.
  • Add the appropriate amount of disinfectant to the warm water. Then pour the mixture into two separate cylinders, with essentially the same amount of solution in each cylinder.
  • Press the “CLEAN” button again and let the machine stir for about 5 minutes. Then drain the cleaning solution.
  • Clean the machine 2-3 times with clear water and then stop the machine.
  • Switch off the power supply. Dismantle the components and clean them.
  • Screw off the four nuts used to fix the liquid outlet valves and dismantle the valve components.
  • Pull out the handle steady pins, handle, piston and valve seal in turn from the liquid outlet valve components.
  • Pull out the stirring shaft from the refrigerating cylinder.
  • Clean all the dismantled components and timely replace the damaged ones if there is any.
  • After cleaning, daub vaseline on the components that need lubrication in accordance with the following diagram. Then assemble the components according to the order of dismantlement.

Note: Applying vaseline at the corresponding places when installing the pistons, piston seals, stirring shaft and bellmouth seals, because using vaseline can prolong the service life of the components.

Body cleaning

Please keep the appearance of the ice cream machine clean at all times. You can scrub the body with a warm towel to remove dirt and spots, but avoid cleaning directly with water to avoid malfunctioning the appliance..

Condenser cleaning

After the machine works for a period of time, the condenser will be covered with dust, which will affect the heat dissipation and make the refrigeration effect worse (manifested as ice cream production decreases or is difficult to form). Please ask the professional to clean it once every three months (if the working environment is not good, please clean it once every month). Before cleaning the condenser, please turn off the power and take care not to damage the fins of the condenser.

Adjustment of the belt

After the machine works for a period of time, the drive belt of the mixing system may be stretched, so the drive belt should be adjusted by professionals in time. Before adjusting, the power must be cut off. Then dismantle the enclosure and adjust the belt tensioning nut to ensure the proper looseness. If the belt still feels too loose after adjustment, please replace the belt with the same type.
Notes: After a long time of use, it is normal for the drive belt to wear out, which is not included in the after-sales service of our products. When the drive belt becomes longer, the following phenomena may occur: the machine does not work, hardness changes, noise, glue smell, etc. Please adjust it by yourself or ask a professional in time. If necessary, please replace it. The time interval between adjustment and replacement depends on the utilization rate of the machine.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Thank you very much for choosing our equipment. The ice cream machine is a professional mechatronics equipment, integrating computer program control, mechanical transmission and high efficiency refrigeration system. The following table shows the common faults that may occur in this machine and their causes and solutions. Simple malfunctions can be dealt with according to the solutions listed in the table. If they still cannot be eliminated, please consult the dealer or manufacturer for guidance. If the malfunction is more difficult and complicated, please ask a professional for repair.

1

|

The machine cannot start.

| Whether the power switch is on or off.| Switch on the power switch

by yourself.

The power line is not well connected.| Check the power line and

connect it well.

The protection circuit works.| Restart the machine after clear

the trouble.

The control board is problematic.| Replace the control board.

2

|

The cleaning function doesn’t work.

| The connection line is loose.| Check the connection line and

connect it firmly

The stirring motor or capacitance is

damaged.

| Repair or replace the

capacitance or motor.

The ac contactor is damaged.| Replace the ac contactor.

3

|

The compressor doesn’t run.

| The connection line is loose.| Check the connection line and

connect it firmly.

The voltage is too low.| Check the power voltage.
The contactor is damaged.| Replace the contactor.
The control board is problematic.| Replace the control board.
The compressor capacitance is damaged.| Replace the capacitance.
The over-load protection for the

compressor works.

| Find out the causes and

remove them.

The compressor is damaged.| Replace the compressor.

4

|

Refrigerating don’t work.

|

The refrigerating fluid leaks.

| Find out the leakage location and repair it well. Fill the

refrigerant under vacuum.

The solenoid valve is damaged.| Replace the solenoid valve.
The draught fan doesn’t run.| Repair or replace the draught

fan.

The compressor runs abnormally.| Check the compressor.
5| The belt skids.| The belt is too loose.| Adjust the tightness of the belt

or replace the belt.

 |  | Freezing cylinder, broken stirring draft| Adjust the hardness and

replace the stirring shaft.

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6

|

The ice cream cannot come out.

| No material in the cylinder| Replenish the pulp.
The puffing tube is blocked.| Pull out the buffing pipe and

clean it.

Wrong ratio of the pulp, which causes

freezing cylinder.

| Make the qualified pulp again.
The material discharge switch on the

panel is damaged or the connection line is short-circuit.

| Connect the line again or replace the discharge switch.
The belt is too loose and skids.| Adjust the belt or replace it.
The reducer is problematic.| Repair or replace the reducer.
The stirring shaft is worn out.| Replace the stirring shaft.

7

|

Poor puffing

| The puffing tube is not inserted.| Insert the puffing tube again.
The raw material of the ice cream is

poor in quality.

| Improve the raw material

quality.

8

|

After starting, electric leakage occurs.

|

Induced electricity of the shell

| Check whether the power line is firmly connected to the earth. If it is not, please have it connected by the

professionals.

9

|

The ice cream is too soft.

| Wrong mixing ratio of the pulp| Make qualified pulp again.
Improper setting of the hardness| Reset the hardness.
Unsteady voltage| Adjust the voltage.
Loose belt| Adjust the belt or replace it.

The material discharge is too frequent.

| After the actual hardness is over 1, make the ice cream

then.

10

|

Non-stop of the machine

| The hardness is set too big.| Adjust down the set hardness.
Poor refrigeration| Check the refrigerating

system.

The discharge switch is damaged or the connection line is short-circuit.

| Connect the line again or

replace the material discharge switch.

11

|

Leaky material

|

Leaky liquid outlet valve

| Replace the liquid outlet valve

and lock it with the fixing nuts.

Leaky discharge hole| Replace the piston seal.

Leaky liquid joining pipe

| Replace the bellmouth seal and lock it with the fixing

nuts.

Leaky inside the machine| Replace the cylinder’s

connection pipe.

12

|

“JJ” alarms

| The current of the stirring motor is too high.| Check the belt’s tightness, the stirring motor and

capacitance.

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13| “UH” alarms| Too high voltage| Check the power voltage.
14| “UL” alarms| Too low voltage| Check the power voltage.
15| “Cb” alarms| The material discharge switch closes in

succession over 3 minutes.

| Restore the material discharge

switch or replace it.

16| CL| Material shortage or no material| Refill the material

ELECTRIC PRINCIPLE DIAGRAM

ATTACHED ACCESSORIES

• Seals : 1 set
• Liquid outlet valve: 1 set
• Water receiver: 1 set
• Stirring shaft: 2 pieces
• Puffing tube : 2 pieces
• Edible vaseline : 1
• bottle Handle: 2 pieces
• Cylinder cover: 2 piece
• Fixing nuts : 5 pieces
• Instructions : 1 copy

WARRANTY

This device is covered by a limited manufacturer’s warranty. The manufacturer will repair or replace any part of this equipment that is defective in material or workmanship within three years from the date of original purchase, provided that the equipment is used under normal operating conditions as intended by the manufacturer.

WARRANTY TERMS
During the first three years, any part of this equipment that is defective due to material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced at the manufacturer’s discretion, free of charge, to the original purchaser. The purchaser will be responsible for any removal or shipping costs.

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
Warranty will not apply if damage is caused by any of the following:

• Damaged when transporting or moving the device
• Improper power supply, such as low voltage, defective household wiring, or improper fuses
• Accidents, alterations, misuse or abuse of electrical appliances, such as the use of unapproved accessories, insufficient indoor air circulation, or abnormal operating conditions (extreme temperatures)
• Fire, flood, war, riot, hostilities or acts of God such as hurricanes, floods, etc.
• Damage caused by the use of force or external influence
• Partially or completely disassembled equipment that is excessively worn by the user.

GET SALES SERVICE

When making a warranty claim, please have the original purchase checklist with the purchase date ready. Once your device is confirmed to be eligible for warranty service, all repairs will be performed by an authorized repair facility. For technical support and warranty services, please email to support@aprafielife.com

CONTACT INFORMATION

AFTER-SALES INFORMATION

Model : YKF-8230T
Email: support@aprafielife.com
Phone: 1-866-658-5891 (US)
Monday-Friday from 7 a.m.- 3 p.m. EST

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