Installation Guide
Service and Installation Manual                      
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MAINTENANCE                                                                                                                          
Cleaning solutions need to be alkaline based or non-chloride based.    Any cleaner containing chlorides will 
damage the protective film of the stainless steel. Chlorides are commonly found in hard water, salts, and 
household and industrial cleaners. If cleaners containing chlorides are used, be sure to rinse repeatedly and 
dry thoroughly. 
Routine cleaning of stainless steel can be done with soap and water. Extreme stains or grease should be 
cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner and plastic scrub pad. It is always good to rub with the grain of the steel. 
There  are  also  stainless  steel  cleaners  available  which  can  restore  and  preserve  the  finish  of  the  steels 
protective layer. 
Early  signs  of  stainless  steel  breakdown  can  consist  of  small  pits  and  cracks.  If  this  has  begun,  clean 
thoroughly and start to apply stainless steel cleaners in attempt to restore the passivity of the steel. 
Never use an acid based cleaning solution!Many food products have an 
acidic content which can deteriorate the finish. Be sure to clean the stainless 
steel surfaces of ALL food products. 
Gasket Maintenance 
Gaskets require regular cleaning to prevent mold and mildew build up and also to keep the elasticity of the 
gasket. Gasket cleaning can be done with the use of warm soapy water.    Avoid full strength cleaning 
products on gaskets as this can cause them to become brittle and prevent proper seals.    Never use sharp 
tools or knives to scrape or clean the gasket which could possibly tear the gasket and rip the bellows. 
Gaskets can easily be replaced and don’t require the use of tools or authorized service technicians.    The 
gaskets are "Dart" style and can be pulled out of the groove in the door and replaced by pressing the new one 
back into place. 
Doors/Hinges
Over time and with heavy usage, door hinges may become loose. If the door begins to sag, tighten the 
screws that mount the hinge brackets to the frame of the unit. If the doors are loose or sagging, this can 
cause the hinge to pull out of the frame which may damage to both the doors and the door hinges. In some 
cases, a qualified service agent or maintenance personnel is required to do this. 
Drain Maintenance
Each unit has a drain located inside the unit which removes the condensation from the evaporator coil and 
and drains the excess water into an evaporator pan. Each drain can become loose or disconnected from 
moving or bumping the drain. If you notice excessive water accumulation on the inside of the unit, be sure the 
drain tube is connected from the evaporator housing to the condensate evaporator drain pan. If water is 
collected underneath the unit you may want to check the condensate evaporator drain tube to be sure it is still 
located inside the drain pan. The leveling of the unit is important as the units are designed to drain properly 
when on a level surface, if your floor is not level this can also cause drain problems. Be sure all drain lines are 
free of obstructions because obstructions may cause water to back up and overflow the drain pans. 










