When your Hoshizaki ice machine stops producing ice

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At a busy restaurant in Fort Myers Beach, the staff noticed their Hoshizaki commercial ice machine had suddenly stopped producing ice during peak hours. With customers waiting for cold drinks, our team arrived quickly for same-day commercial ice machine repair.

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Diagnosing the problem – no ice production

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The unit was running, but no ice was forming. A quick inspection revealed the causes:

• Clogged water inlet valve restricting flow
• Scale buildup on the ice thickness sensor
• Dirty condenser coils slowing down the cycle

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The repair – full cleaning and part replacement

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• Replaced the failing inlet valve
• Cleaned and descaled the evaporator plate
• Removed mineral buildup from the sensor
• Deep-cleaned the condenser coils and verified refrigerant pressure

After testing, the Hoshizaki produced clear, full-sized ice cubes within 20 minutes.

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Why Hoshizaki ice machines stop making ice

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• Hard water and scale buildup on sensors and evaporator
• Restricted water flow due to dirty valves or filters
• Overheating from clogged condensers
• Irregular maintenance schedules

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Prevention tips for business owners

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• Schedule quarterly cleaning and descaling
• Replace water filters regularly
• Inspect and clean condenser coils monthly
• Call for service at the first sign of slow ice production

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Professional Hoshizaki repair in Fort Myers Beach

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We specialize in Hoshizaki ice machine repair across Fort Myers Beach, Naples, and Cape Coral. Whether your unit isn’t freezing, producing small ice, or has stopped altogether — we’ll fix it same-day.

Call Express Appliance Repair & Refrigeration for fast, professional Hoshizaki service in Southwest Florida.