Owners Manual

Service and Installation Manual
5
INSTALLATION
Location
Units represented in this manual are intended for indoor use only. Be sure the location chosen has a floor
strong enough to support the total weight of the cabinet and contents. A fully loaded unit can weigh as much
as 1500 pounds. Reinforce the floor as necessary to provide for maximum loading. For the most efficient
refrigeration, be sure to provide good air circulation inside and out.
Do not block the real wall louvers. At least 2” clearance is needed for proper air circulation and
temperature regulation.
Inside cabinet
Do not pack the units so full that air cannot circulate. Obstructions to this air flow can cause evaporator coil
freeze ups and loss of temperature or overflow of water from the evaporator drain pan. The shelves may
have a rear turn up on them to help ensure that proper air movement/circulation will occur. However, bags
and other items can still be located to the far rear of the cabinet and obstruct the needed air flow. Air is
brought into the evaporator coil with fans. Prevent obstruction to allow the outlet or inlet of air flow.
Outside cabinet
Be sure that the unit has access to ample air. Avoid hot corners and locations near stoves and ovens.
It is recommended that the unit be installed no closer than 2" from it’s rear wall. The ambient
conditions should be less than 65% humidity with an ambient temperature between 65° and 80°F.
Leveling
A level cabinet looks better and will perform better because the doors will line up with the frames properly. Use a
level to make sure the unit is level from front to back and side to side. Units supplied with legs will have
adjustable bullet feet to make the necessary adjustments. If the unit is supplied with casters, no adjustments
other than shimming them, are available. Ensure the floor where the unit is to be located is level. It is acceptable
for the unit to slope up to ¼” down from the front to rear, which may help any condensate caused by the
refrigeration system to be properly eliminated.
Stabilizing
All models are supplied with casters for your convenience. It is very important, however, that the cabinet be
installed in a stable condition with the front wheels locked while in use.
Should it become necessary to lay the unit on its side or back for any reason, allow at least 24 hours before
start-up to allow compressor oil to flow back to place. Failure to meet this requirement can cause
compressor failure and unit damage.
NOTE
Unit repairs will not be subject to standard unit warranties if due to improper installation
or stocking procedures.
Electrical connection
Refer to the amperage data on page 5, the serial tag, your local code or the National Electrical Code to be sure
the unit is connected to the proper power source.
The unit should be turned OFF and disconnected from the power source
whenever performing service, maintenance functions or cleaning the refrigerated
area.
DANGER