LB 302 • LB 502 • LB1002 LB 302 G • LB 502 G• LB 1002 G OPERATION MANUAL CARPIGIANI CORPORATION OF AMERICA 3760 Industrial Drive • Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27105 336-661-9893 • 336-661-9895 (Fax)
TABLE OF CONTENTS FORWARD ........................................................................................................................................................... 3 PART 1 - INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................................... 4 UNCRATING ....................................................................................................................................................
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G FORWARD Thank you for selecting CARPIGIANI as your choice in equipment. CARPIGIANI machines are able to meet today’s fast growing demands. Your CARPIGIANI freezer has been manufactured at one of the most modern manufacturing plants and utilizes the most advanced equipment and technology available in the industry.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G IMPORTANT! • Remove the case by lifting it straight up and away from the machine. Failure to follow operational and maintenance procedures may result in damage to the unit and/or void your warranty. CARPIGIANI Corporation will not be held responsible for any machine that is not properly operated or maintained. • The machine is also secured to the skid with strapping.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G MACHINE EQUIPPED WITH AIR COOLED CONDENSER MACHINE EQUIPPED WITH WATER-COOLED CONDENSER • Machines with air-cooled condenser must be installed at least 2 feet (24 inches) away from any wall or object to allow the free circulation of air around the condenser (ref. Fig. 1). • If the unit is water-cooled, it should be located close to the water supply and within six feet of a drain.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS • The wiring used to operate this freezer must be in accordance with the National Electrical Code and/or local electrical codes, rules and regulations. • After you remove the panel on the left side of the machine, the wiring connection box can be found on the bottom of the frame and is labeled “Connect Power Line Here” (ref. Fig. 4). • The machine must be properly grounded.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION PROTECTION FOR THE OPERATOR The following pages contain important information and procedures that describe the proper sanitizing, operation, and maintenance of your CARPIGIANI machine. We feel certain that your full compliance with these instructions will ensure the excellent performance and trouble-free operation of the machine and a profitable business for years to come.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502G, LB 1002 G PART 2 EXPLANATION OF CONTROLS 4 1 2 5 6 7 3 00 A B Control Panel MONITORING CONSISTENCY The ice cream consistency monitor (Hard-O-Tronic) consists of 3 parts: 00 Ref.1 DISPLAY displaying set calibration values Ref.2 PUSH-BUTTONS for variation of calibration values Ref.3 LED BAR for checking all processing phases in a real time. Rev.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502G, LB 1002 G PUSHBUTTON PANEL The machine has a diaphragm pushbutton panel on the front side. Each button has a symbol representing the corresponding function: Ref. 4 Push-button CLEANOUT When pressed, it just controls beater rotation, while the freezing system is cut out. Three minutes after inserting this function, the machine automatically sets to "STOP" in order to avoid an excessive wear of beater and barrel. Ref.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G ICE CREAM DISPENSING HANDLE LOCKING • To lock the ice cream door, turn the handle to the right until it stops (ref Fig. 5). OPENING • Turn the handle 90E to the left (ref Fig. 6). • Lift the handle and the ice cream door then lock the ice cream door in the top position by turning the handle right until it stops (ref Fig. 7). Figure 7 CLOSING • Figure 5 Figure 6 Rev.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G PART 3 INITIAL CLEANING PROCEDURE This is a new machine and it must be completely disassembled, washed and sanitized before starting. Proceed as follows: PRELIMINARY CLEAN-OUT • With the machine off and the beater front door closed, use the hose and shutoff valve on the front of the machine to put water into the barrel.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G BEATER DISASSEMBLY (MODELS LB 302 G - LB 502 G LB 1002 G) FRONT DOOR DISASSEMBLY • Remove beater with care, paying attention not to damage the sliding shoes. • Open the door by rotating it on its hinge (ref. Fig. 13). • Lift the door locking lever and shift it to the right (ref. Fig. 13). Perform this operation with extreme care. The beater may be damaged if it falls to the ground or is impacted against another object.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G ICE CREAM GATE DISASSEMBLY CLEANING OPERATIONS • Lift the ice cream gate and remove OR (Ref. 1 - Fig. 15) from sliding rod of ice cream gate and withdraw it which will also release the lever. • Wash all parts in lukewarm water (80-90 F) using a mild non-foaming detergent. Scrub each of the parts with the cleaning brushes provided in the Start-Up Kit. • To perform cleaning, also remove the ice cream gate OR (Ref.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G PART 4 ASSEMBLING THE FREEZER Beater seal Once the parts have been washed, rinsed and sanitized, the freezer is ready to be re-assembled. Prior to beginning the re-assembly procedure, sanitize your hands by submerging them in the sanitizing solution. Plug seal FRONT DOOR RE-ASSEMBLY • Lubricate all rubber parts with the lubricant included in the Start-Up Kit.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G BEATER RE-ASSEMBLY (LB 302 G - LB 502 G LB1002 G) • Completely assemble the sliding shoes (ref. Fig. 20). • Lubricate the beater lip seal with the lubricant included in the Start-Up Kit and mount it (ref Fig. 20). • Position the beater into the freezing barrel. To do that, hold it with both hands and press the sliding shoes so that it is easier to insert. • Push the beater toward the bottom of the barrel.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G PART 5 SANITIZING THE FREEZER SANITIZING PROCEDURES • Mix the sanitizer (Stera Sheen green label or equivalent) into the clean pail with at least two gallons of warm water. Mix the sanitizer and water to make a 200-PPM concentration of sanitizer solution. Using the spatula, stir the solution until the sanitizer is completely dissolved. Before filling the machine with your liquid product, it must be sanitized.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G PART 6 STARTING THE FREEZER ICE CREAM CONSISTENCY A B ICE CREAM PRODUCTION (PROCESSING) • Wash, sterilize, and thoroughly rinse the machine before use. 00 • Pour the desired quantity of mix into the barrel through the front lid fill chute. Follow the minimum and maximum quantities shown in the table. Hard-O-Tronic CARPIGIANI sets the optimal ice cream consistency value according to the mix being used.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G • At the end of the processing cycle, the ice cream consistency value will be 7 instead of 10. ICE CREAM DISPENSING HANDLE LOCKING • Lock the ice cream gate turning the handle to the right until it stops. A typical value is 10. The new value will remain stored until it is changed again.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G AFTERCOOLING This function (which is an exclusive feature of all LB models) is very useful in models with larger output capacity (2 containers per cycle or more). If ice cream in each container needs further preparation, such as garnish and variegation before storage, ice cream that remains inside the machine at high speed dispense may lose its original thickness.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G PART 7 CLEANING PROCEDURE Cleaning and sanitizing schedules for your freezer are determined by your local Health Department and / or Department of Agriculture and must be followed accordingly. Check with your local organization prior to determining your cleaning schedule. After determining your schedule, remove any ice cream Beater mounted on models: LB 302 - LB 502 remaining in the barrel.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G BEATER DISASSEMBLY (MODELS LB 302G - LB 502G - LB 1002G) FRONT DOOR DISASSEMBLY • Remove beater with care, paying attention not to damage the sliding shoes. • Open the door by rotating it on its hinge (ref. Fig. 30). • Lift the door locking lever and shift it to the right (ref. Fig. 30). Perform this operation with extreme care. The beater may be damaged if it falls to the ground or is impacted against another object.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G ICE CREAM GATE DISASSEMBLY CLEANING OPERATIONS • Lift the ice cream gate and remove OR (Ref. 1 - Fig. 32) from sliding rod of ice cream gate and withdraw it which will also release the lever. • Wash all parts in lukewarm water (80-90 F) using a mild non-foaming detergent. Scrub each of the parts with the cleaning brushes provided in the Start-Up Kit. • To perform cleaning, also remove the ice cream gate OR (Ref.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G PART 8 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Model Weight lbs Power input Hourly production Qt. of mix per batch min. max. LB 302 484 3,7 kW 11 Gal. ** 3 Qts. 8 Qts. LB 502 650 6,5 kW 19 Gal. ** 7 Qts. 14 Qts. LB 1002 990 9,5 kW 40 Gal. ** 12 Qts. 20 Qts. LB 302 G 528 3,7 kW 16 Gal. * 3 Qts. 8 Qts. LB 502 G 700 6,5 kW 17 Gal. * 7 Qts. 12 Qts. LB 1002 G 1052 9,5 kW 35 Gal. * 12 Qts. 20 Qts.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G PART 9 MANTEINANCE Your CARPIGIANI machine has been designed, engineered and manufactured to achieve high performance and long durability.
CARPIGIANI Operation Manual - LB 302, LB 502, LB 1002, LB 302 G, LB 502 G, LB 1002 G PART 10 TROUBLESHOOT GUIDE IRREGULARITY CAUSE PROCEDURE Machine does not start Main switch is off Switch it on Machine unplugged Check and plug in Machine is not set at PRODUCTION Check push button for PRODUCTION is lit Front lid is not closed well Check front lid closure Watercooled machine: water does not circulate Open water tap Compressor starts and then stops after a few seconds without ice cream being t
