ACCUCOLD VT125 User Manual
SCIENTIFIQUES ET EN LABORATOIRE
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USE & CARE GUIDE / MODE D’EMPLOI
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MEDICAL, LABORATORY AND SCIENTIFIC REFRIGERATORS AND FREEZERS
RÉFRIGÉRATEURS ET CONGÉLATEURS POUR USAGES MEDICAUX,
MODELS / MODÈLE S :
• CP171MED – AccuCold
Two-door refrigerator-freezer with two compressors
Réfrigérateur-congélateur avec deux portes et deux compresseurs
• FCL44 / SCF401SS MED Series – AccuCold
Chest freezers / Congélateurs horizontaux
• SCFF55 / SCFF51OSWH MED Series – AccuCold
Built-in frost-free freezers / Congélateurs sans givre encastrés
• SCFF/ S CFR Serie s – AccuCold
Frost-free chest freezers and refrigerators
Congélateurs et réfrigérateurs horiz ont a ux sa ns gi vr e
• SCUF18/20 / SCUR18/20 Series – Summit Commercial
Full-size frost-free all-freezers and all-refrigerators
Congélateurs et réfrigérat e urs grand format sans givre
• VT/ VLT Series – AccuCold
Low temperature freezers / Congélateurs à basse tempéra t ure
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APPLIANCE SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important to us.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and
Safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, how to reduce
the chance of injury, and what can happen if the instructions are not
If an old appliance contains refrigerants, it must be recycled by a licensed
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
You can be seriously injured or even killed if you don’t follow instructions.
followed.
• Plug into a grounded 3-pr ong outle t.
• Do not remove ground prong, nor use a 3/2 adapter.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Use care not to plug into outlets controlled by wall switches.
• Disconnect power before servicing.
• After servicing, replace all parts and panels before operating.
• Use nonflammable cleaners.
• Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from
• Use two or more people to move and install appliance.
Drawer refrigerators are provided with anti-tip brackets. Always install
prior to use.
Proper Disposal of Your Old Appliance e
Remove doors from your old appliance.
Leave shelves in place.
service or disposal company.
WARNING: To reduce th e risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
when using your appliance, fol low these basic precautions:
appliances.
Old appliances can represent a suffocation hazard to children.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Excessive Weight Hazard !
To lock or unlock the appliance, you must hold the key in the lock while
If the key is lost, contact your dealer or SUMMIT APPLIANCE for a
model and serial number of your appliance
when requesting a replacement key. Keys for most models can be
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Use two or more people to move and install your appl iance.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
CAUTION: YOU MUST ALLOW APPLIANCE TO SIT UPRIGHT FOR 24 HOURS
BEFORE TURNING ON, TO ALLOW THE COMPRESSOR LUBRICANT TO
DRAIN. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT PERFORMANCE
AND THE LI FETIME OF THE UNIT.
1. Remove packaging materials.
2. Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turn ing on the
appliance. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive
with your fingers. Rinse with warm water and dry.
3. Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or
abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can
damage the surface of your appliance.
4. When Moving Your Appliance:
Your appliance is heavy. When moving the appliance for cleaning or
service, be sure to protect the floor. Always pull the appliance straight
out when moving it. Do not wiggle or “walk” the appliance when trying
to move it, because floor damage can occur.
5. Clean Before Using:
After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside of
your appliance before using it. See cleaning instru ctio ns in Appliance
Care.
6. Some upright models have leveling legs. Level as neces sar y for best
operation.
7. If your appliance has casters, after moving into place, lock the brakes
on those casters supplied with brakes. Always unlock before moving
the appliance for cleaning.
Key Eject Lock (some models)
turning. The lock is spring loaded, so the key cannot be left in the lock.
replacement. Always give the
ordered online at www.summitappliance.com/support
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Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from appliances. Failure to do so can result in fire,
Do not install the appliance near an oven, radiator, or
temperature will fall below
Check the strength of the floor before installing your appliance. It should
hold the weight of a fully loaded appliance. Allow at least 1” (2.5 cm) of
sides of the appliance and 1” (2.5 cm)
between the back of the appliance and the wall. If the appliance is going
to be placed against a wall, leave extra space on the hinge side so the
Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire, electrical
amp fuse or circuit breaker is required. It is recommended that a separate
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LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT:
other heat source, nor in a location where the
40°F (5°C). Do not place in direct sunlight.
explosion or death.
airspace at the top and on both
door can open wider than its width.
Note: This appliance may be installed side by side with another
appliance or appliances. Allow for a 3” (7.5 cm) clearance at the top
and sides and a ¼” (0.64 cm) clearance between the appliances. IF
YOUR MODEL HAS THE LETTERS “BI” IN THE SUFFIX, IT IS
DESIGNED FOR BUILT-IN USE, AND DOES NOT REQUIRE
CLEARANCE EXCEPT IN THE BACK.
Electrical Shock Hazard !
• Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
• Do not remove ground prong.
• Do not use an adapter.
• Do not use an extension cord.
shock or death.
Recommended grounding method
A 115 Volt (AC only) 60 Hz grounded electrical supply with a 15- or 20-
circuit serving only your appliance be provided. Use outlets that cannot
be turned off by a switch or pull chain. Do not use an extension cord.
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1. Locate the two front leveling legs that may be taped among the pack ing
APPLIANCE USE
In order to ensure pr oper temperature, you need to per mit proper airflow in
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Level your appliance (some upright models)
materials. In many m odels these legs are already mounted into the
underside of the appl iance.
2. Screw these legs into the front holes on the bottom of the appliance. The
back of the appliance rests on two fixed s upports. (Built -in m odels also
have rear level legs that can provide more precise leveling).
3. Adjust the front legs just enough to lift the cabinet up off the floor.
Note: If your model is equipped with front rollers , the front legs should be
lowered enough to lift the rollers off of the floor to ensure the appliance
does not roll for w ard when the door is opened.
4. Place a leveling tool on top of the applianc e, first side to side, then front to
back. Turn leg counterclockwise to raise a corner. Turn leg clockwise to
lower a corner.
5. Repeat Step 4 until appl iance is level.
6. After appliance i s fully loaded, recheck with level as in Step 4.
7. If your appliance is equipped with casters, the two front c asters have
brakes to prevent rolling. Keep brakes locked, and unlock for moving only.
the appliance. Do not block of f any ai r vents . If t he vents are bl ocked, airflow
will be prevented, and temperature and moisture problems m ay occur. Always
position content s to allow some airflow between shelves or baskets.
Allow the applianc e to c ool at l east 6 to 8 hour s befor e adding c ont ents . All ow
24 hours for temperature to stabilize.
Note: When t he appliance is f irst started, t he compressor will run constantly
until the appliance is cooled. It may take 6 to 8 hours (or longer),
depending on room temperature and th e number of times the appliance
door is opened. Aft er the appl iance i s cool ed, the compr essor will turn on
and off as needed to keep the appliance at the proper temperature.
For optimum temperature perfor mance, it i s recommen ded that this unit
be at least 30% full during u se. If you are only using this unit to store
small loads, we r ecomme nd a dding s ome water b ottl es or freez er pac ks
to ensure temperature stability.
The outside of your appli a nce may feel warm. Thi s is nor mal. Th e ap pli anc e’s
design and main function is to remove heat from packages and air space
inside the appliance. The heat is transferred to the room air, making the
outside of the applianc e feel w arm. (In some models the c ondens er that g ets
warm is just inside the side walls, making these walls warm to the touch.)
ENERGY-SAVING TIPS
• The more airflow provided around an applianc e, t he less energy it will use.
• If your appl i ance requires manual defrost i ng, keep ice build-up to less than 1/2".
• Keep doors open a minimum of time, and shut securely.
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REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (some models)
If you find the direction of opening t he door on your appliance inconvenient, you
can change it. Holes on the opposite side have already been prepared in the
factory.
For two-door units:
• Take off the upper hinge cover from the top door and
remove the screws that hold the top hinge.
• Lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin from the
socket in the top of the door.
• Lift the top door to free its bottom socket from the hinge
pin on the central hinge bracket.
• Remove the screws to the central hinge to free its pin
from the top of the lower door.
• Replace the upper door onto the central hinge pin.
• Insert screws into the top hinge and tighten.
For one-door units:
• Take off the upper hinge cover from the door and
remove the screws that hold the top hinge.
• Lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin from
the socket in the top of the door.
• Lift the door up and away to free its bottom
socket from the hinge pin.
• Remove the screws to the bottom hinge.
• Remove the decorative caps from the opposite side and plug the holes from the
original side with the decorative caps.
• Lift the door up and away from the bottom hinge
pin.
• Remove the screws to the bottom hinge.
• Remove the decorative caps from the opposite
side and install the bottom hinge. Plug the holes
from the origi nal si de with the decorative caps.
• Replace door onto the pin on the bottom hinge,
then install the central hinge into lower door.
• Insert screws into the central hinge and plug the
holes on the reverse side.
• Move the bottom hinge to the opposite side and
tighten the screws. Install any lock washers or nuts
if they were used in the original installation.
• Replace door onto the hinge pin on the bottom
hinge. Place top hinge pin into door. Insert screws
into the top hinge and tighten.
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APPLIANCE CARE
For CSS Models (completely stainless steel), only use cleaners
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Cleaning a frost-free appliance
(including models beginning with SCFF, SCFR, SCUF, SCUR)
Use nonflammable cleaners.
Frost-free means that you do not have to defrost your appliance. Frost is
removed by air moving and c ollecting any moistur e and depositing it on the
cooling coil. The cooling coil per iodically warms up enough to melt the f rost,
and the water the n f lows d own t o the dr ain pa n (l oc ated be hind t he b ase gr i ll )
where it is evaporated.
Complete cleaning should be done at least once a year.
1. Unplug appliance or disconnect power.
2. Remove all contents.
3. Wash the inside walls wit h a solution of mild detergent in warm water or
2 tbs (26 g) baking soda to 1 qt (0.95 L) warm water.
• Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays,
scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated
detergents, bleaches or cleansers containi ng petroleum products on
plastic parts , interior and door liners or gaskets. Do not us e paper
towels, scouring pads, or other harsh c leaning tools. These c an
scratch or damage s urfaces.
4. Rinse well and wipe dry with a c lean soft cloth.
5. Use the appropriate cleaning method for the exteri or finish.
Painted metal: W ash exteriors with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a
mild detergent in war m water. Do not use abras ive or harsh cleaner s,
or cleaners designed for stainless steel. Dry thoroughly with a soft
cloth. For additional protection against damage to painted metal
exteriors, appl y appliance wax (or auto paste wax) wit h a clean, soft
cloth. Do not wax plastic parts.
6. Plug in appliance or reconnect power.
7. Replace all containers.
Cleaning a cycle defrost or manual defrost appliance
Cycle defrost m odels utilize a system where ice builds up on the rear wall and
melts when the com pr ess or is off . M anual d efr os t models c ont inual ly b ui ld i ce
on inner walls.
NEVER USE A METAL OBJECT TO REMOVE ICE FROM THE REAR WALL.
IF NEEDED, USE A PLASTIC ICE-SCRAPER OR A HAIR DRYER.
Clean surfaces using the same instructions as for frost-f ree models.
especially made for stainless steel.
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Base Grill (some models only)
Open the appliance door and remove the base grill by pulling down
Replace the base grill by putting the clips in the openings in the
Not all appliance bulbs will fit your appliance. Be sure to replace
the bulb with one of the same size, shape, base size and wattage.
er the power is restored, unplug the appliance for 30 minutes to allow
the refrigeration system to equalize. During this time, keep the door
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(cont’d)
To Remove and Replace the Base Grill:
1.
and out from the top.
2.
appliance panel. Push in until the base grill snaps into place.
Changing the Light Bulb (some models only)
NOTE:
You can purchase bulbs from www.summitappliance.com/support
1. Unplug appliance or disconnect power.
2. Remove the light shield. Most models do not require tools.
3. Replace the light bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage.
4. Replace the light shield.
5. Plug in appliance or reconnect power.
Loss of Power
Aft
closed as much as possible.
Remember: A full appliance stays cold longer than a partially filled one.
Moving Care
1. Remove all containers.
2. Unplug the appliance.
3. Clean it thoroughly.
4. Tape the appliance shut and tape the electrical cord to the cabinet.
When you get to the new location, refer to the Installation Instructions and
Temperature Selection sections for information on installation and setting
the controls.
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hand corner. Turn the knob
Higher settings on the knob (higher numbers) mean lower
temperatures (colder) in all compartments of the appliance. The
below 32°F. Use
higher thermostat settings only when required or recommended.
When the ambient temperature is normal, we recommend a medium
Changes of the ambient temperature affect temperature in the interior
nd when choosing the setting of the
position, the appliance does not operate (the cooling
system is switched off), yet the power supply is not interrupted (the
freezer compartment
TEMPERATURE SELECTION
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YOUR APPLIANCE MAY HAVE A MECHANICAL (DIAL) OR
DIGITAL THERMOSTAT. DIAL INSTRUCTIONS ARE BELOW.
DIGITAL INSTRUCTIONS ARE ON PAGE 10.
HOW TO ADJUST THE THERMOSTAT
Your appliance m ay be controlled with a thermos tat knob located
inside the unit, towards the rightclockwise from the STOP (0) position t oward the higher num bers
for colder temperatures.
Temperature Controls
•
temperature inside a refrigerator may even drop
setting.
•
of the appliance, so keep this in mi
thermostat knob.
• In STOP (0)
light is on when you open the refrigerator door).
• The temperatures in the refrigerator and in the
also depend on how often you open the door.
In all small refrigerators and freezers without interior fans, temperatures are coldest near the bottom, and occasionally near the rear.
Place contents accordingly.
For optimum temperature pe rformance, it is recommended that this
unit be at least 30 % full during use. I f you are only using this unit to
store small loads, we recommend adding some water bottles or
freezer packs to ensur e temperature stability.
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If you find that it is necessary to change the temperature setting for your
thermostat controlled appliance, please refer to the following
melting
snowflake
UP & DOWN arrows
SET key
snowflake
DIGITAL THERMOSTAT INSTRUCTIONS
TRACEABLE THERMOMETER / ALARM
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digitalinstructions . The front panel of the therm ostat is illustrated here:
To see the SET POINT:
Push and immediatel y release the SET k ey. The display will show the SET
POINT value. Wai t 5 seconds and the probe value will display again.
To change the SET POINT:
Push and hold th e SET key for more t han 3 secon ds to change the set poi nt
value. The value of t he set point will be dis played, and the “snowflake” LED
will start blinking.
To change the SET value:
Push the UP or DOW N arrow to the des ired setting. The new setti ng will be
memorized after 15 s econds, provided no other keys are pushed.
Note: The minimum and maximum range of your therm ostat is preset
and locked by us, so it cannot easily be accid entally moved between
freezer and refrigerator temperat ures. To reset this range lock, either
call us or find information on our website under Troubleshooting.
monitored, such as inside a refrigerator or freezer, once the unit has been
programmed. The thermometer/alarm itself can be attac hed to the door of
the unit with the magnet on the back, or it can be placed on a convenient
table or shelf.
Power to the Traceable Thermometer/Alarm is supplied with a lithium iron
disulfide battery with a 10-year shelf life. When it is inserted correctly, the
unit will beep and all segments of the LCD dis play will be temporarily
activated. (Note that alarm temperat ures will have to be res et after replacing
the battery.)
The temperature display can be switched between Celsius (°C ) and
Fahrenheit (°F) by sliding the
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Every unit is equipped with a Traceable Thermometer/
Alarm that sim ultaneously displays minimum, maximum
and current inter ior temperatures and provides a visual
and audible signal when the temperature i nside the unit
falls outside the set temperature range.
The temperature s ensor, or probe, is enclosed in a
glycol-fill ed bottle that you insert into the location to be
°C/°F button located on the back of the unit.
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