A method of servicing multiple crystal forming apparatus with a single
melter assembly is provided. The method includes the steps of positioning
the melter assembly relative to a first crystal forming apparatus for
delivering molten silicon to a crucible of the first apparatus. A heater
in the melter assembly is operated to melt source material in a melting
crucible. A stream of molten source material is delivered from the melter
assembly to the first crystal forming apparatus. The melter assembly is
positioned relative to a second crystal forming apparatus for delivering
molten silicon to a crucible of the second apparatus. A stream of molten
source material is transferred from the melter assembly to the second
crystal forming apparatus.