AccuCold ARS6PV, ARS1PV, ARG6PV, ARS3PV, ARG3PV User Manual

MEDICAL REFRIGERATORS

	Models
ARS1PV	ARS1ML
ARG1PV	ARG1ML
ARS3PV	ARS3ML
ARG3PV	ARG3ML
ARS6PV	ARS6ML
ARG6PV	ARG6ML
ARS8PV	ARS8ML
ARG8PV	ARG8ML
ARS12PV	ARS12ML
ARG12PV	ARG12ML
ARS15PV	ARS15ML
ARG15PV	ARG15ML

User’s Manual

BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW

ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Write Model and Serial Numbers here:

Model: _____________________

Serial No.: __________________

Accucold Division of Felix Storch, Inc. An ISO 9001:2015 registered company 770 Garrison Avenue

Bronx, NY 10474 www.accucold.com

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EQUIPMENT SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your unit. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the Safety Alert Symbol. The symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others. All safety messages will follow the Safety Alert Symbol and either the words "DANGER" or "WARNING".

DANGER means that failure to heed this safety statement may result in severe personal injury or death.

WARNING means that failure to heed this safety statement may result in extensive product damage, serious personal injury, or death.

All safety messages will alert you about the potential hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and let you know what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Before the equipment is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as described in this manual, so read the manual carefully. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using this equipment, follow basic precautions, including the following:

•Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet, do not remove grounding prong, do not use an adapter, and do not use an extension cord.

•Replace all panels before operating.

•It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your unit be provided. Use receptacles that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain.

•Never clean the equipment parts with flammable fluids. These fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. And do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other pieces of equipment. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

•Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operations, make sure the power line of the unit is disconnected.

•Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug when your hands are wet.

•Unplug the unit or disconnect power before cleaning or servicing. Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or death.

•Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your unit unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.

•This unit is CFCand HFC-free and contains a small quantity of Isobutane (R600a), which is environmentally friendly but flammable. It does not damage the ozone layer, nor does it increase the greenhouse effect. care must be taken during transportation and setting up of the unit that no parts of

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the cooling system are damaged. leaking coolant can ignite and may damage the eyes. In the event of any damage:

-Avoid open flames and anything that creates a spark,

-Disconnect from the electrical power line,

-Air the room in which the unit isolated for several minutes, and

-Contact the Service Department for advice.

•The more coolant there is in a unit, the larger the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the unit is in a small room, there is the danger of combustible gases building up. For every ounce of coolant, at least 325 cubic feet of room space is required. The amount of coolant in the unit is stated on the data plate inside the unit. It is hazardous for anyone other than an Authorized Service Person to carry out servicing or repairs to this piece of equipment.

•Take serious care when handling, moving, and using the unit to avoid either damaging the refrigerant tubing or increasing the risk of a leak.

•Replacing component parts and servicing shall be done by factory authorized service personnel so as to minimize the risk of possible ignition due to incorrect parts or improper service.

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FOLLOW WARNING CALLOUTS BELOW ONLY WHEN APPLICABLE TO YOUR MODEL

•Use two or more people to move and install unit. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

•To ensure proper ventilation for your unit, the front of the unit must be completely unobstructed. Choose a well-ventilated area with temperatures above 60°F (16°C) and below 90°F (32°C). [For optimal performance, install the unit where the ambient temperature is between72º and 78ºF (23º-26ºC).] This unit must be installed in an area protected from the elements, such as wind, rain, water spray or drips.

•The unit should not be located next to ovens, grills or other sources of high heat.

•The unit must be installed with all electrical, water and drain connections in accordance with state and local codes. A standard electrical supply (115 V AC only, 60 Hz), properly grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances, is required.

•Do not kink or pinch the power supply cord of the unit.

•The size of the fuse (or circuit breaker) should be 15 amperes.

•It is important that the equipment be leveled in order to work properly. You may need to make several adjustments to level it.

•All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.

•Make certain that the pipes are not pinched, kinked or damaged during installation.

•Check for leaks after connection.

•Never allow children to operate, play with or crawl inside the unit.

•Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents or abrasives on the interior. These cleaners may damage or discolor the interior.

•Use this equipment only for its intended purpose as described in this Instruction Manual.

•Keep fingers out of the “pinch point” areas. Clearances between the door and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful closing the door when children are in the area.

Risk of child entrapment!

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned appliances are still dangerous, even if they will “just sit in the garage a few days”.

Before discarding your old refrigerator:

•Take off the doors

•Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Before using your equipment

•Remove the exterior and interior packing.

•CAUTION: After unpacking you MUST allow this unit to stand upright for at least 2 hours to allow the lubricant and refrigerant to drain back into the compressor and stabilize. Failure to do so may adversely affect performance and the lifetime of this unit.

•Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth.

Installation of your equipment

•The unit is designed for free-standing installation for indoor use only.

•WARNING: Do not store or install the unit outdoors.

•CAUTION: This equipment is designed for the storage of medicine or other medical products. Do not store beverages or perishable food in this unit.

•Place the refrigerator on a floor that is strong enough to support it when it is fully loaded. To level the unit, adjust the front leveling legs.

•Allow at least 5 inches (127mm) of space between the back, top, and sides of the unit. This allows the proper air circulation to cool the compressor and condenser for energy saving. The air vent at the front of the unit must never be covered or blocked in any way.

•NOTE: It is recommended that you do not install the unit near an oven, radiator or other heating source. Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption. Don’t install in a location where the temperature will fall below 60°F (16°C). For best performance, do not install the unit behind a cabinet door or block the base grille.

•Avoid locating the unit in moist areas.

•Plug the unit into an exclusive, properly grounded wall outlet. Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Any questions concerning power and/or grounding should be directed toward a certified electrician or an authorized service center.

Electrical connection

WARNING

Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced by a qualified electrician or an authorized service center.

This unit should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this unit is equipped with a threeprong plug which mates with standard three-prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock.

Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord supplied. For personal safety, this equipment must be properly grounded.

This unit requires a standard 115/120 Volt AC ~ 60Hz three-prong grounded electrical outlet. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. When a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

To prevent accidental injury, the cord should be secured behind the unit and not left exposed or dangling.

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The unit should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating label on the unit. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits that could cause a fire hazard from overheating. Never unplug the unit by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle. Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end. When moving the equipment, be careful not to damage the power cord.

Extension cord

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, it is strongly recommended that you do not use an extension cord with this equipment. However, if you must use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL/CUL-Listed, 3-wire grounding type equipment extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 115 volts and at least 10 amperes.

Reversing the door

Unless ordered with option “LHD,” your unit has shipped with a right hand self-closing door swing. If you wish to reverse the door to open from the opposite direction, follow the steps listed below. NOTE: reversing the door will undo the self-closing function. Doors on units with “DL2B” data logger suffix are not reversible.

1.Carefully lay the unit on its back and remove the two front leveling legs

2.Remove the two hex head screws that connect the door hinges to the body on the bottom of the unit

3.Remove the two flathead screws that connect the hinge assembly to the bottom of the door

4.Remove the white hinge from the square rod

5.Slide the door towards the bottom until it is free of the top hinge

6.Unscrew the top hinge pin from the unit and reinstall on the left side

7.Flip the door so the handle is now on the right side

8.Push the door onto the top hinge piece.

9.Reinstall the hinge assembly on the left side bottom of the door using the flathead screws

10.Push the white hinge onto the square rod at a position of 9 o’clock

11.Turn the white hinge clockwise until the holes line up with screws located on the bottom of the unit

12.Replace the hex head screws and front leveling legs

Note: once the door has been reversed, the Pharma-Vac or Med-Lab sticker will be upside down. You can remove and reapply to the preferred position. If you would like a replacement sticker, contact our parts department at [e-mail].

•CAUTION: After setting the unit upright you MUST allow this unit to stand upright for at least 2 hours to allow the lubricant and refrigerant to drain back into the compressor and stabilize. Failure to do so may adversely affect performance and the lifetime of this unit.

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LOCATION OF PARTS

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1		2		3		4		11

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	6
7	10

8	9

1.	Keyed lock	8.	Leveling legs
2.	Microprocessor control panel	9.	Kickplate
3.	Reset switch	10. Temperature sensor in glycol bottle
4.	Light switch	11.Dry contacts (located in rear)
5.	Internal light	12. Access port
6.	Internal fan
7.	Handle

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