Beverage Air SPE27HC Installation Manual

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Website: www.beverageair.com

REFRIGERATOR & FREEZER

UCR/WTR/SPE – UCF/WTF

(Under Counter, Work Top and Sandwich Prep Models)

Installation, Operation and Troubleshooting Manual

R290 VERSION

1

809-112A Rev C 2017-03-15

THANK YOU!

Thank you for purchasing a Beverage-Air cabinet. This series has passed our strict quality control
inspection and meets the high standards set by Beverage-Air Refrigeration! You have made a quality
investment that with proper maintenance will give you many years of reliable service!

Please read the following installation and maintenance instructions before installing or using your unit. If
you have any questions, Please call our Technical Service Department at [phone].

Important Information, Please Read

* PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING, IF
RECOMMENDED PROCEDURES ARE NOT FOLLOWED, WARRANTY CLAIMS MAY BE DENIED.

* Your warranty registration information is located on the next page of this manual. Please complete he
card and submit it to Beverage-Air Refrigeration within TEN days of installation. Failure to properly
register equipment may limit or void the warranty.

* Beverage-Air Refrigeration reserves the right to change specifications and product design without
notice. Such revisions do not entitle the buyer to corresponding changes, improvements, additions, or
replacements for previously purchased equipment.

REMEMBER, SAFETY FIRST. PLEASE BE SAFE AT ALL TIMES

When using electrical appliances, basic safety measures should always be taken. These include, but are
NOT limited to:

-following manufacturers installation instructions

-not allowing children to climb on or around equipment

-having service done only by qualified technicians

IMPORTANT – HC MODELS

 Please use care when moving or handling this equipment. It is

equipped with flammable refrigerant and damage to refrigerant

tubing will increase the risk of a leak.

 When service is required, seek factory authorized technicians

trained to safely maintain and service systems that utilize

flammable refrigerants, such as R290. RSES offers such
training and certification.

 Use factory authorized replacement parts to minimize the risk of

possible ignition.

2

809-112A Rev C 2017-03-15

IMPORTANT

You may mail this completed page to Beverage-Air or register on line at www.beverage-

air.com

NOTE: The mail-in form must be filled out and forwarded to Beverage-Air by the

installer or customer within 10 days after start-up. Failure to do this may
invalidate the warranties. Retain this information for your records.

3779 Champion Blvd,
Winston-Salem, NC 27105

TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Cabinet Model No.____________
Cabinet Serial No.____________

WARRANTIES NOT VALID UNLESS REGISTERED AT FACTORY

WITHIN 10 DAYS AFTER START-UP DATE.

ORIGINAL DATE OF
INSTALLATION________________________________________________________

CUSTOMER
NAME______________________________________________PHONE____________________

STREET_______________________________________STATE_______ZIP CODE__________

DEALER’S

NAME____________________________________PHONE____________________________
STREET________________________________________STATE_______ZIP CODE________

INFORMATION

This cooler has passed all Quality Control Inspections

and meets the high standards of Beverage-Air Refrigeration.

This inspection includes complete refrigeration system, cabinet construction, and finish

IMPORTANT

PLEASE RETAIN FOR YOUR RECORDS

You may mail this completed page to Beverage-Air Refrigeration or register on line at

www.Beverage-Airrefrigeration.com

NOTE: The mail-in form must be filled out and forwarded to Beverage-Air by the

installer or customer within 10 days after start-up. Failure to do this may
invalidate the warranties. Retain this information for your records.

809-112A Rev C 2017-03-15

3

LIMITED WARRANTY

(Continental US Only)

The Seller warrants to the original purchaser, equipment manufactured by the Seller shall be free from

defects in material or workmanship for which it is responsible. The Seller’s obligation under this warranty

shall be limited to replacing or repairing at Seller’s option, without charge, F.O.B. Seller’s factory, any part
found to be defective and any labor and material expense incurred by Seller in replacing or repairing such
part, such warranty to be limited to a period of twelve (12) months from the date of installation, provided,
however, installation occurs within three (3) months of date of purchase and equipment is in normal use

and service and is installed in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and provided terms of

payment have been fully met. All labor shall be performed during regular working hours. Overtime
premium charges shall be at the Buyers expense.

Proof of purchase must be provided to the Seller to validate warranty. This warranty is valid only if
equipment is properly installed, started-up, and inspected by the dealer or authorized Beverage-Air
Service agent.

Removal or alteration of the serial/data plate from any equipment shall be deemed to release Seller from
all warranty obligations, expressed or implied.
This warranty does not cover Thermostat, Controller, Thermometer, or Defrost Timer calibration and/or

adjustment, freight damage, normal maintenance items outlined in the Owner’s Manual, adjustment of

door mechanisms, or replacement or door gaskets, light bulbs, fuses, or batteries. The warranty does not
cover installation, start-up, normal maintenance, food loss or other consequential damage.

Any repairs or replacement of defective parts shall be performed by Seller’s authorized service personnel.

Seller shall not be responsible for any costs if the work is performed by other than Seller’s authorized
personnel. Reimbursement claims for part(s) or labor service costs must be made in writing. Model,
cabinet serial numbers and installation location must be shown on the claim. A receipted bill from the
servicing agency must accompany the claim, together with full details of the service problems, diagnosis
and work performed. Beverage-Air will determine at its sole discretion whether further documentation on
a claim is to be submitted.

Seller shall not be liable for consequential damages of any kind which occur during the course of

installation of equipment or which result from the use or misuse by Buyer, it’s employees or others of the

equipment supplied. Hereunder, and Buyers sole and exclusive remedy against seller for any breach of
the foregoing warranty or otherwise shall be for the repair or replacement of the equipment or parts
thereof affected by such breach.

The foregoing warranty shall be valid and binding upon Seller if, and only if, Buyer loads operates and
maintains the equipment supplied hereunder in accordance with the instruction manual provided to Buyer.
Seller does not guarantee the process of manufacture by Buyer or the quality of the product to be
produced by the equipment supplied hereunder and Seller shall not be liable for any prospective lost
products or profits of Buyer.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND
IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER. SPECIFICALLY THERE ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. The foregoing shall be sellers
sole and exclusive obligation and Buyers sole and exclusive remedy for any action, whether in breach of
contract or negligence. In no event shall Seller be liable for a sum in excess of the purchase price of the
item.

4

809-112A Rev C 2017-03-15

TABLE of CONTENTS

1. Introduction

1.1 Beverage-Air Refrigeration / Freezer 7

1.2 Glossary of Terms 7

2 Installation

2.1 Receiving and Inspection 9

2.2 Uncrating 9

2.3 Placement 9

2.4 Set-up 10
A. Roll In 10
B. Reach In 10

2.5 Leveling, Shelves and Bumper Install 10

2.6 Cleaning 12

2.7 Power Supply 12

2.8 Controller 12

2.9 Installation Checklist 12

3 Unit Start-up

3.1 Sequence of Operations 13

3.1.1 Refrigerator 13

3.1.2 Freezer 14

3.2 Electronic Controller 15

3.2.1 Control Panel Display 15

3.2.2 Control Panel Connections 15

3.2.3 Keyboard Functions 16

3.2.4 Changing the Set point 17

3.2.5 Viewing the current Probe Temperature 18

3.2.6 Electronic Controller Parameters 19

3.2.7 How To View Alarms 20

3.2.8 Entering StandBy Mode 21

3.2.9 Exiting StandBy Mode 21

4 Preventative Maintenance

4.1 Daily Exterior 22

4.2 Weekly Interior 22

4.3 Monthly Condenser 22

4.4 Periodic Gaskets 22

4.5 Drawers 23

4.6 Effectively Cleaning Stainless Steel 24

5 Trouble Shooting Chart

5.1 General 26

5.2 Refrigerator Ladder Diagram 27

5.3 Freezer Ladder Diagram 28

5

809-112A Rev C 2017-03-15

INTRODUCTION

1.1 Description

Beverage-Air Refrigeration products, refrigerators and freezers, are distinctly designed to accommodate a
wide variety of food service needs and situations. Beverage-Air products are designed to keep
refrigerated products at 38 F, while frozen products are kept at 0 F for maximum safety and freshness.

1.2 Glossary of Terms

Compressor - The compressor is the heart of the system. The compressor does just what it’s name
states. It compresses the low pressure refrigerant vapor from the evaporator and compresses it into a
high pressure vapor. The inlet to the compressor is called the “Suction Line”. It brings the low pressure
vapor into the compressor. After the compressor compresses the refrigerant into a high pressure Vapor,
the vapor is pumped into the “Discharge Line”.

Condenser Coil - The “Discharge Line” leaves the compressor and runs to the inlet of the condenser coil

located on top of the cabinet. Because the refrigerant is compressed, it is a hot high pressure vapor (as
pressure goes up – temperature goes up). The hot vapor enters the condenser coil and starts to flow
through the tubes. Cool air is blown across the outside of the finned tubes of the condenser coil (usually
by a fan or water with a pump). Since air is cooler than the refrigerant, heat moves from the refrigerant to
the cooler air (energy goes from hot to cold – “latent heat”). As the heat is removed from the refrigerant, it

reaches it’s “saturated temperature” and starts to condense (change states), into a high pressure liquid.

The high pressure liquid leaves the condenser coil through the “liquid line” and travels to the “metering

device”. Sometimes running through a filter dryer first, removes any dirt or foreign particles.

Defrost - The term is used to identify the function of a refrigerator or freezer to remove frost or ice from
the internal evaporator coil.

Differential - An increment between where the compressor turns on and off.
Setpoint - This is the refrigerator or freezer cut out temperature set by the operator. Prior to shipping,

refrigerators are factory preset at 35°F and freezers are factory preset at -4°F.

6

809-112A Rev C 2017-03-15

INSTALLATION

I

WARNING: If it is necessary to move the cooler after removal from the skid,
remove all doors and carefully push the unit at a point of no more than 36” from
the bottom to avoid damage. It is an NSF requirement that all rollin-in/roll-thru units
be sealed to the floor upon installation.

WARNING: UNIT MUST BE BLOCKED AND SECURED WHEN

REMOVING SKID

2.1 Receiving and Inspecting

Prior to shipping, all Beverage-Air products are factory tested for performance and thoroughly inspected
to ensure they are free of any defects. Upon receipt, carefully examine the unit for any damage that may
have occurred during shipping and delivery. Any damage, discrepancies, overages, or shortages should
be noted on the carrier’s Bill of Lading and a freight claim must be immediately filed with the carrier. If
damage is noted after receipt, contact the carrier’s local terminal and file a freight claim. In either case, IT
IS IMPORTANT THAT ALL ORIGINAL CARTONS, CRATES, AND INTERIOR PACKAGING MATERIAL
ARE SAVED UNTIL INSPECTION HAS BEEN MADE BY THE DELIVERING CARRIER

NOTE: If the unit is laid down for any reason, the fluids in the compressor will drain out. To
prevent damage to the unit it MUST be allowed to sit upright for a minimum of One (1) hour prior
to starting up unit.

2.2 Uncrating

* Tools Needed: ¾” box wrench, adjustable wrench, level, flat head screw driver, and box cutter.

1. First, remove the cardboard top capping, all clear tape, and all staples including those at the b
bottom of the cardboard carton and skid.

2. Next, start from the top of the carton. Using the box cutter, carefully make one continuous
cut to the bottom of the skid. Remove cardboard carton and discard.

*Note: additional clear plastic protective wrap is applied directly to any product with a glass door.

3. Then, move unit as close to final position as possible before removing the skid.

4. Finally, tip the unit forward and remove the skid. Remove the shipping bolts using the ¾” box
wrench while cabinet is held in one direction. Then repeat the process while the cabinet is held in
the opposite direction.

2.3 Placement

Consider the following when selecting a location for your cooler:

1. Clearance:

2. Floor Load: the floor on which the cooler is located must be even and level, free from
vibrations, and strong enough to support the combined weights of the unit and maximum
product load.

3. Ventilation

4. Power Outlet: Dedicated power outlet is located within 8 feet of length of cord.

809-112A Rev C 2017-03-15

7

INSTALLATION

WARNING: unit must be blocked and secured prior to installing casters

2.4 Cooler Set-up for Reach In units

With Legs or Casters

1. Legs and casters must be screwed in by hand. Use the threaded holes located on the bottom
of the cabinet. None of the threads on the leg or caster stem should be visible once
screwed in. Once the caster cannot be turned any further, use the ¾’ box wrench to
tighten the nut in between the mounting plate and the wheel of the caster until snug.

2. Tilt the cabinet in one direction approximately 8” and block it securely with pieces of 2x4
lumber or other suitable material.

3. Screw in the two accessible legs/casters

4. Repeat this procedure with unit secured in the opposite direction so as to access the
remaining legs/casters

2.5 Leveling, Bumpers and Shelves

2.5.1 Leveling:

Cabinets must be leveled when installed. Level should be measured on the headrail.

Failure to level your cabinet may result in door not sealing, closing correctly, or
condensed water draining not draining properly.

For cabinets with legs, rotate the foot of the leg with an adjustable wrench to achieve

desired height for leveling.

For cabinets with casters, leveling can be achieved by placing large washers in between

the ½’ stud and the holes located on the bottom of the case.

2.5.2 Bumpers:

Bumpers and screws are included in the zip lock bag.

Remove one screw frome each end of the top rear and discard screws. Attach the

bumpers in the same locations, using the longer screws provided.

8

809-112A Rev C 2017-03-15

INSTALLATION

2.5 Leveling, Bumpers and Shelves

2.5.3 Shelves:

All cabinets with shelves are supplied with pilasters and shelf clip supports. Shelves are

easily installed by inserting the shelf support clips into the pilasters so that they fit
tightly.

Adjust the shelf so that the smaller fill wires run from front to rear and the shelf frame

wire rest the shelf on the clips.

SHELVING ASEMBLY

9

809-112A Rev C 2017-03-15