ASTM F 2432 : 2024

1.1This specification covers requirements for commercial automatic ice making equipment. It covers the equipment and devices used in manufacturing and processing ice for human consumption and the attached equipment used in storing and dispensing ice in connection with this equipment.

1.2This specification does not apply to icemakers of the tray type, ice vending machines, or icemakers and icemaker kits used in household refrigerators or freezers. This specification is not intended to cover block ice manufacturing plants.

1.3The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The SI values given in parenthesis are provided for information only.

1.4This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.