Patent ID: 6725675
Filing Date: 2004-04-27
Classification: F25C

Abstract:
A machine for making flaked ice, comprising:a) a water system comprising at least one water inlet, a level control inlet valve and an independently operated inlet valve operably connected to the inlet, the valves in series with the inlet, a reservoir for receiving water from the inlet and the valves, the reservoir also containing at least one water outlet, a freezing cylinder communicating with the water reservoir, the freezing cylinder further comprising an auger having a screw edge and a motor for rotating the auger, and a discharge valve; b) a refrigeration system comprising a compressor, a condenser, an expansion device and cooling coils in heat transfer relationship with the freezing cylinder for receiving coolant from the expansion device to cool water from the water system; and c) a microprocessor-based controller for controlling the independently operated inlet valve.