Beverage Air BZ13-1-B User Manual

IMPORTANT

INFORMATION

FOR

BZ13 SERIES

This cooler has passed the

QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTION

and meets the high standards at Beverage-Air.

This inspection includes complete refrigeration

system, cabinet construction & finish

.

IMPORTANT

PLEASE RETAIN FOR YOUR RECORDS

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PLANTS: SPARTANBURG, S.C. BROOKVILLE, PA. HONEA PATH, S.C.

809-062A
rev B

BEVERAGE-AIR®

Installation and Operating Instructions
Model BZ13

1. Installation

a. Receiving Inspection

Standard items packaged in the cabinet interior are: Shelves – (3) each, Product Organizers – (3) each, Glide Mats – (3)
each and Shelf Support Clips – (6) each. Cabinet accessories, such as additional Shelves and cabinet Rollers, are also
packaged in the cabinet interior. Note: Product organizers and Glide Mats are not standard equipment on models intended
for pre-packaged foods.

b. Levelers, Legs and Rollers

Levelers are standard and are installed at each corner of the cabinet base as received. Legs are not available as an
accessory item, however, Rollers are a custom order accessory item (note: rollers have no swivel feature) and are installed
by removing the levelers and inserting an axle pin through each set of rollers and spacers. (see instructions in Roller kit). In
applications requiring the unit to be sealed to the floor, leveling legs must be removed and an approved sealant (caulk)
applied around cabinet base perimeter.

c. Cabinet Leveling

For proper evaporator condensate drainage, it is necessary to level the cabinet. Levelers provide adjustment via the screw
threads used for attachment to the cabinet base. Rollers are non-adjustable and require consideration for a combination of
levelers and rollers (generally rollers at rear and levelers at front), or the floor must be brought up to a level condition.

d. Shelves

Shelf spacing is vertically adjustable to suit package size and presentation requirements. Interior cooling airflow performance
should be considered when establishing shelf to product spacing. An equal spacing of shelves, with no less than 1” (2.54
cm) between top surface of product and bottom surface of shelf top, is recommended. To ensure proper airflow, product
must not extend beyond the front or rear edge of the shelving and must not touch the interior roof. Product must not be
placed over the return air passage located beneath the interior floor.

e. Locating Cabinet

Proper cabinet location is critical for proper cooling performance, on an “air curtain” refrigerator.
Cabinet should be located away from entry / exit doors, ventilation ducts, etc. Since refrigeration system ventilation (intake
and exhaust) takes place through the front panel, the unit can be located in close proximity to structures adjacent to the
sides and rear of the cabinet. No structure should be located nearer than 36” (91 cm), to the cabinet front.

f. Environment

This unit is designed to provide proper cooling performance in locations where normal ambient conditions do not to exceed
75 degrees F. ( 24 degrees C.) and 55% relative humidity. Sustained greater ambient conditions are not recommended.

2. Operation

a. Electrical Supply and Connections

All information required for electrical supply is shown on the cabinet Data Plate. The unit must be connected to a source that
meets, or exceeds, the Data Plate requirements and all applicable electrical codes. CAUTION: Non-conforming application
of electrical supply or the use of an extension cord(s) will void the Manufacturer’s Warranty!

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b. Initial Start-Up

Verify temperature control setting to be at the 2 o-clock position (reference single scribe mark on adjuster plate) and
connect cabinet electrical cord to electrical supply. Refrigeration system operation can be verified by the audible sound of
the compressor start-up and the presence of air movement exiting the compressor compartment and in the cabinet interior.
Contact a qualified service technician to correct any faults identified, at this point.

c. Temperature Control

The temperature control is located in the refrigeration system compartment behind the ventilation panel (“grille”). Removal
of the grille is not required, for control adjustment. The factory setting should maintain product at approximately 38 degrees
F. Colder product temperatures require a clockwise adjustment of the slotted stem. Allow 24 hours between control setting
changes. Caution should be exercised when adjusting to colder settings. In addition to the possibility of frozen product,
higher than normal energy consumption will be realized.

d. Condensate Disposal

Condensate, generated by “off cycle” warming of the evaporator coil, is routed to the disposal pan located in the compressor
compartment. The compressor discharge line is routed through the pan to heat the collected condensate. Evaporation is
assisted by air flow directed from the condenser fan.

3. Maintenance
a. Cleaning Cabinet Surfaces

To protect paint and decal surfaces, the cabinet exterior should be cleaned with a mild soap and water solution, only. Use
of a soft fabric cloth will minimize scratches on sign medallion and shields. CAUTION: Disconnect electrical service prior to
any cabinet clean-up in electrical parts / wiring areas.

b. Condenser

To maintain acceptable compressor operating temperature and efficient refrigeration system operation, the condenser must
be cleaned periodically. Cleaning intervals will vary according to cabinet proximity to customer traffic, location cleanliness,
humidity, etc. After initial unit placement, it is recommended that the condenser face be inspected for blockage every other
month until the need for cleaning intervals is understood. The condenser face should be brushed (vertically against face to
protect fin edges) whenever no greater than one forth of the total face area is obstructed. Once per year, the condenser fan
blade should be cleaned.

c. Condensate Pan

To protect against unwanted odors and maintain evaporation performance, the condensate pan should be cleaned periodically.
Access to the pan is gained by removal of the (2) screws which fasten the refrigeration system to cabinet base and sliding
the refrigeration system outward. CAUTION: Disconnect electrical service prior to this operation.

d. Lamps

Sign medallion and interior fluorescent lamps must be replaced with parts having identical diameter, length and wattage.
Likewise, replacement lamp ballast must be of original equipment specification. CAUTION: Failure to ensure proper matching
of lamp and ballast specifications can cause significant reduction in lamp and ballast life.

e. Refrigeration System – Removal / Installation

CAUTION: Disconnect primary electrical service prior to this operation. The entire refrigeration system can be removed as

a single unit. Remove the service panel (grille) to access (2) fasteners securing the front unit surface. Pull system forward
to access wire harness power disconnect feature, located behind compressor. Once the harness is disconnected, the
system can be completely removed. Prior to installation, the gasket seal on the evaporator fan panel must be inspected for
deterioration and replaced as required.

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