Hoshizaki IM-240XPE-28 Wide Modular Stackable Extension Cube Ice Machine
The Hoshizaki IM-240XPE-28 introduces heavy-duty, low-profile modular scaling to high-capacity Australian hospitality venues. Explicitly engineered as a stackable expansion engine, this 1084mm wide extension head delivers an exceptional independent capacity of up to 195kg of crystal-clear ice per 24 hours.
Optimised for massive clubs, hotels, entertainment hubs, and centralized production facilities, the IM-240XPE-28 is designed to layer directly onto a primary wide-chassis model. By expanding ice production vertically rather than demanding additional floor space, it provides a seamless, high-yield solution that supports busy venues as their operational ice requirements scale up.
Why the Hoshizaki IM-240XPE-28 Maximises Vertical Capacity
Managing high-volume resource overheads while protecting an expansive ice harvest from airborne pollutants dictates daily bottom-line success. The Hoshizaki IM-240XPE-28 satisfies these severe conditions by pairing an isolated closed water circuit with a smart, variable-speed magnetic DC pump motor. By sealing the water supply during freeze stages and utilizing eco-friendly R290 natural refrigerant, it limits energy and water consumption while delivering pristine protection against grease, dust, and yeast.
System diagnostics and tracking are front facing for complete simplicity. Onboard smart control boards adjust water velocities dynamically through each phase to ensure uniform ice clarity, while visual notifications alert your team precisely when the water circuit or air condenser requires routine cleaning. To eliminate manual maintenance headaches, the unit features an automated self-cleaning loop with wash auto-restart, keeping internal mechanisms pure across long, high-traffic shifts.
Versatile Hospitality Industry Use Cases
- ** central Ice Production Factories:** Layered over a base unit to act as a centralized master cube, allowing floor staff to rapidly restock satellite bar stations.
- Large Nightclubs & Concert Arenas: Generates an enormous, steady supply of Hoshizaki’s world-renowned 28mm large cubes to handle intense drink volume shifts without slowing down.
- High-Capacity Buffets & Seafood Displays: Yields a relentless stream of hard, solid geometric cubes to reliably maintain raw food beds, salad stations, and heavy banquet setups.
- Low-Ceiling High-Volume Storage Vaults: The 500mm ultra-low chassis allows multiple wide heads to layer vertically underneath restricted overhead joists or bar lines.
Comprehensive List of Standard Features
- Dedicated Extension Engineering: Built specifically to link vertically with existing systems, maximizing output without claiming extra floor area.
- Closed Cell Freezing Framework: Forms each ice cube independently within sealed cells to provide premium hygienic protection against contaminants.
- Smart Variable DC Pump: Dynamically alters water velocities during production to eliminate cloudy formations or malformed ice segments.
- 28mm Large Cube Sizing: Forms uniform, solid geometric cubes that significantly delay beverage dilution and preserve premium flavour profiles.
- Advanced Maintenance Notifications: Tracking modules alert staff instantly when the air condenser filter or water circuit requires routine cleaning.
- Eco-Conscious R290 Refrigerant: Uses a natural gas charge to deliver exceptional cooling efficiency with minimal global warming impact.
- Dedicated Service Touch Buttons: Front-accessible standby and wash buttons allow staff to pause production or run cleaning sequences instantly.
- Tropical Operating Stability: Engineered to run smoothly in demanding back-of-house kitchen environments with surrounding temperatures up to 40°C.
- Durable Stainless-Steel Housing: Wrapped in an easy-to-clean AISI 441 stainless shell with food-grade AISI 430 internal parts to handle constant workplace impacts.
- Toolless Maintenance Access: The internal freshwater tank and DC pump slide out by hand for easy, direct out-of-chassis sanitising.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions & Capacity
- External Width: 1084mm
- External Depth: 700mm
- External Height: 500mm
- Ice Cube Profile: 28mm Large Cube Profile
- Maximum Daily Output: Approx. 195kg per 24 hours (at 10°C Air / 10°C Water)
- Standard Daily Output: Approx. 180kg per 24 hours (at 21°C Air / 15°C Water)
- High Ambient Daily Output: Approx. 160kg per 24 hours (at 32°C Air / 21°C Water)
- Corresponding Bins & Top Kits: B-801SA (IMD) | B-1300 SS (No Top Kit)
- Standard Included Accessories: 1 x Commercial installation kit, 1 x Food-grade ice scoop
Power, Water & Plumbing
- Electrical Connection: 1 PHASE 220-240V 50Hz with a factory-fitted 10 AMP Plug
- Power Draw Rating: 845W Ultra-efficient wide-series calibration
- Amperage Parameters: 3.7A Running Amperage (Starting current threshold: 27A)
- Panel Overload Safeguard: 5A Electrical circuit breaker requirement
- Water Inlet Port: 3/4” gas male plumbing line connection
- Water Supply Pressure: 0.07–0.8 MPa (0.7–8 bar / 10–116 psi)
- Drainage Requirement: Heavy-duty gravity drain line
- Refrigerant Configuration: Eco-friendly R290 / 147g charge
- Net Machine Weight: 78 Kg (Gross packed shipping weight: 93kg)
Cleaning & Preventative Maintenance
The Hoshizaki IM-240XPE-28 is strategically structured to minimize post-shift scrubbing and avoid unforeseen technician expenses:
- Volumetric Water-Saving Tank: Works alongside the variable DC pump to calculate exact fluid volumes required for each cycle, dropping standard water use to 0.32m³ per day.
- Automated Self-Cleaning Loop: Runs a comprehensive automated wash sequence with an auto-restart function to clear mineral traces post-harvest.
- Slide-In Mesh Air Filter: Front-accessible ventilation mesh slides out instantly without tools, protecting the condenser from grease scaling.
- Toolless Water Component Removal: The freshwater tank and DC pump detach smoothly without tools, letting you deep clean the parts easily.
Warranty, Standards & Compliance
- Premium 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty: Covered by a full 36-month parts and labour warranty backed directly by Hoshizaki Australia.
- Extended Core Assembly Coverage: Provides extended structural coverage on major internal refrigeration assemblies, protecting your investment.
- HACCP Certified Construction: The sealed, closed cell ice-making configuration isolates ice production from open air, ensuring you easily pass health council audits.
- Water Mark National Approval: Certified and stamped under Australian Water Mark regulations for safe, legal plumbing connections.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What exactly is an “Extension” or “XPE” ice maker model?
A: An extension model is built without an independent base framework, engineered specifically to stack vertically onto a matching wide-chassis base head unit (like the IM-240DPE-28). It utilizes specialized drop tracks to pass ice through into a unified storage bin below.
Q: Why does the extension head weight (78kg) differ from the standard wide head weight (82kg)?
A: Because this extension head does not include the standard bottom structural pan panels or base insulation components needed for independent bin mounting. Removing these structural baselines for vertical alignment lowers the net machine weight by 4kg.
Q: Can this extension model be plugged into the same power point as the base head unit?
A: No. The IM-240XPE-28 features its own dedicated 10-amp power cord and draws 845W independently. It requires its own separate single-phase wall outlet alongside the base unit to run safely.
Q: Which Top Kit do I need to link the extension head to the base machine?
A: When double-stacking multiple wide-series modules vertically, a dedicated 4DM Top Kit (96000008) is required. This anchoring assembly securely locks the upper extension module onto the lower machine, preventing thermal drafts and sealing out pollutants.
Q: Does the GEMS registration number (AIM0021) cover both stacked units combined?
A: The registration under GEMS number AIM0021 applies to each independent 240 wide chassis module. When running two units together, each unit operates under its own certified 845W efficiency index, providing venue owners with independent energy tracking data.
Why Buy from Snowmaster?
Procuring specialized high-capacity equipment like the Hoshizaki IM-240XPE-28 demands a professional supply partner who understands the fast-paced hospitality landscape.
- Over 80 Years of Commercial Hospitality Experience: For generations, we have supported Australian venue owners, restaurateurs, and hoteliers, providing objective equipment matching and durable mechanical assets.
- Authorised Hoshizaki Supplier Expertise: Our long-standing relationship with Hoshizaki Australia guarantees our customer care teams have complete technical training. We ensure your vertical stack engineering, top kit requirements, and power distributions line up perfectly for a flawless installation.
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