Elkay LNFEM8K Specifications

Soft Sides® Water Cooler

With WaterSentry® VII Filter System

Barrier-Free Access

Models LNFE(M)8(VR)(F)K

GENERAL

Single station barrier-free stainless steel water cooler has recessed
in-the-wall refrigeration system and stainless steel grill. All stainless steel
polished to a satin nish.

Fountain has contoured basin to minimize splashing. Flexi-Guard® safety
bubbler and easy to operate, fully functional, vandal-resistant front push
button. Flow regulator provides constant stream from 20 to 105 psi water
pressure. Vandal-resistant bottom cover plate included.

Energy efcient refrigeration system utilizes a combination tank
continuous-tube type evaporator, refrigerant drier, and capillary tube.

THIS WATER COOLER COMPLIES WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF
A.D.A. (AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT) WHEN PROPERLY
INSTALLED.

NO LEAD DESIGN
THIS WATER COOLER COMPLIES WITH THE LEAD-FREE

DEFINITION IN THE SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT OF 1986
AND LEAD CONTAMINATION CONTROL ACT OF 1988.

Elkay LNFEM8K Water Coolers are manufactured with a waterway system
utilizing copper components and completely lead-free material. These
waterways have no lead because all lead materials, such as leaded brass,
have been removed. All joints are brazed using silver solder only. No lead
solder is permitted.

WATERSENTRY FILTER SYSTEM

®

Elkay LNFEM8K Water Coolers are equipped with the WaterSentry® VII
Filter System. Tested to ANSI/NSF Standard 53 yields a reduction of soluble
and in-soluble lead content to less than 0.015mg/L. This translates to lead
reduction levels of 93% to 99%. Class 1 Particulate reduction as tested
per ANSI/NSF 42. Removes over 97.5% of free available chlorine which
provides Class 1 performance as tested to ANSI/NSF 42. Provides taste
and odor improvement.

CAPACITIES CHART

Model

Number

LNFE(M)8(VR)(F)K 8.6 8.1 7.5 325 4.5 Yes No 104

*Based on 80°F inlet water temperature.

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Glass Filler available at extra cost. Requires factory preparation to receive glass ller.
Order Model LNFEM8FK or LNFE8FK. Glass ller LK1110 or LK1114 sold separately.
Rated watts shown are based on operational (run) time, in accordance with A.R.I.
Standard 1010 conditions. Specic applications will determine the actual watts
consumed per hour. Watts consumed will be number of people served per hour
(usage), ambient temperatures, and inlet water temperature.

GPH of 50° F

Drinking Water

Room Temperature °F

70°F 80°F 90°F

Rated
Watts

F.L.

Amps

Glasst

Filler

Option

Pre-

Cooler

Ship.

Wt.

Lbs.

COOLING SYSTEM

• Motor Compressor: Hermetically sealed, reciprocating type,115v/60 Hz
single phase. Sealed-in lifetime oil supply.

• Condenser: Fan cooled, Fan motor is permanently lubricated.

• Cooling Unit: Combination tube-tank type. Continuous copper tubing

with stainless steel tank. Fully insulated with EPS foam which meets
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. requirements for self-extinguishing
material.

• Refrigerant Control: Refrigerant R134a is controlled by accurately
calibrated capillary tube.

• Temperature Contol: Enclosed adjustable thermostat is factory preset.
Requires no adjustment other than for altitude requirements.

In keeping with our policy of continuing product improvement,
Elkay reserves the right to change specication without notice.
Please visit elkay.com for the most current version.

2222 Camden Court

Oak Brook, IL 60523

630-572-3192

elkay.com

Model LNFEM8K, LNFEM8FK –

Mounting frame MF100 is included

Model LNFE8K, LNFE8FK –

Used when mounting frame MF100 is
pre-ordered for early installation

Model LNFEM8K

CONSTRUCTION

Fountain Body: #18 gauge, type 304 nickel bearing stainless steel polished

to a lustrous satin nish with high shined outer edge. Contoured basin offers
large strike area to minimize splashing. Fully functional from push button is
easy to operate.

Exclusive Flexi-Guard® Safety Bubbler: Innovative design utilizes an

infused anti-microbial pliable polyester elastomer to prevent accidental
mouth injuries. Flexes on impact, then returns to original position. Strong.
Abrasion-resistant. Anti-sweat.

BUBBLER OPTION

Vandal-Resistant Bubbler: (option) One-piece, heavy-duty, highly
polished 304 stainless steel, solid construction. Model LNFEM8VRK.

Front Panel Grill: Made of type 304 stainless steel, polished to a uniform
Elkay satin nish. Removable louvered ventilating grill encloses refrigeration
unit and plumbing.

Wall Mounting Frame: MF100 is included with model LNFEM8K, and
LNFEM8FK. For models LNFE8K, LNFE8FK, MF100 must be pre-ordered
for installation. Frame allows ush mounting nished wall.

Drain LK464 drain and trap assembly included.

Protected by Elkay’s 5 Year Limited Warranty on the refrigeration system
of the unit.

Elkay Pressure-Type Water Coolers are designed to operate on
20-105 psi supply line pressure. If inlet pressure is above 105 psi, a
pressure regulator must be installed in the supply line. Any damage
caused by reason of connecting this product to supply line pressures
lower than 20 psi or higher than 105 psi is not covered by the warranty.

STANDARDS

Elkay Electric Air Cooled Water Coolers are listed by
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and comply with both
Canadian and U.S. requirements.
These units comply with A.R.I. Standard 1010.

This fountain is certied by WQA to lead-free compliance including
NSF/ANSI 61 and 372.

This specication describes an Elkay product with design, quality and functional
benets to the user. When making a comparison of other producer’s offerings, be
certain these features are not overlooked.

© 2014 Elkay

SPEC08-16 (12/2014)

Soft Sides® Water Cooler
With WaterSentry® VII Filter System
Barrier-Free Access
Models LNFE(M)8(VR)(F)K

IMPORTANT!

INSTALLER PLEASE NOTE:

The grounding of electrical equipment such as telephone,

computers, etc., to water lines is a common procedure. This

grounding may be in the building or may occur away from the

building. This grounding can cause electrical feedback into a

water cooler, creating an electrolysis which causes a metallic

taste or an increase in the metal content of the water. This

condition is avoidable by using the proper materials as indicated

below.

To minimize electrically induced corrosion, all water coolers

should be connected to the water supply using an electrically

isolating coupling. This cooler is furnished with non-metallic

lter which meets this requirement.

The drain ttings which are provided by the installer should

also be plastic to electrically isolate the cooler from the building

plumbing system.

LNFEM8K MOUNTING FRAME INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cut a square rectangular wall opening 18-3/4” (476mm) W
x 37-3/4” (959mm) H and 4-1/2” (114mm) above the oor
line. These dimensions are required to obtain proper rim and
bubbler heights for compliance with ANSI standard A117.1.
(See Figure 2).

2. Reinforce the wall opening on all sides so that it will
adequately support the water fountain. This reinforcement
must support up to 150 lbs. static load and provide a means
for securing the frame assembly in place.

NOTE: Building construction must allow for adequate air ow
on both sides and top of remote chiller unit. Minimum of 4”
(102mm) is required. (See Figures 1 and 2).

3. Install plumbing and electrical rough-ins. See Figure 1 for
location of the supply water inlet to chiller and for the location
of the waste water outlet. A junction box for a (3) wire, 10
amp branch circuit is provided on the inside of the chiller.
(Standard 120 Volts, 60 Hz and single phase) See Figure 2
for the electrical inlet location

4. Remove frame and related hardware from packaging.
Release the two shelf rods by cutting cable ties. Install the
frame squarely in wall opening with frame upright edges
ush with the nished wall face. (See Figure 2). Place shelf
inside frame and line up the (2) holes on each.
Insert loose ends of rods into holes on sides of shelf panel.
Using appropriately sized wood screws (not provided),
fasten the shelf and frame to bottom of wall opening. (See
Figure 2). Secure the frame sides and top to the wall using
(10) 5/16” x 2” lag bolts or screws (not provided).
NOTE: Be sure thatframe is squared in location. Do not use
less than the required screw quantity.

ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS

FIG. 1

Flexi-Guard® Bubbler (standard)

Vandal-Resistant Bubbler (optional)

19-3/4"
502mm

3-13/16"
97mm

Mounting frame MF100 not included

with model LNFE8K, LNFE8FK

12-1/8"
308mm

FIG. 2

FRAME

3-13/16"
97mm

20-3/8"
518mm

20-7/16"
519mm

33-1/2"
851mm

851mm

REQUIREMENT

27"
686mm

ADA

WALL LINE

18"
457mm
457mm

FINISHED FLOOR

3-1/8"
79mm

1-1/8"
29mm
29mm

B

5-1/2"
140mm
140mm

80mm

12"
305mm
305mm

MINIMUM DEPTH

1-1/8"
29mm

29mm

11"
279mm
279mm

WOOD OR STEEL FRAME SHOWN
(NOT PROVIDED)

A

9-3/8"

8-1/8"

238mm

206mm

238mm

206mm

BACK WALL LINE

C

1"
25mm

25mm

31-1/4"

794mm

794mm

3-1/2"
89mm

89mm

4-1/2"
114mm
114mm

OPERATION OF QUICK CONNECT FITTINGS

OPERATION OF QUICK CONNECT FITTINGS

SIMPLY PUSH IN

SIMPLY PUSH IN

TUBE TO ATTACH

TUBE TO ATTACH

A B C

Page 2

TUBE IS SECURED

TUBE IS SECURED

IN POSITION

IN POSITION

B CA

PUSH IN COLLET

PUSH IN COLLET

TO RELEASE TUBE

TO RELEASE TUBE

PUSHING TUBE IN BEFORE

PUSHING TUBE IN BEFORE

PULLING IT OUT HELPS TO

PULLING IT OUT HELPS TO

RELEASE TUBE

RELEASE TUBE

5/16" SCREWS OR BOLTS
(10 REQ'D-NOT PROVIDED)

HOOK RODS (2)

P/N 101567443730

SCREWS OR BOLTS

(NOT PROVIDED)

INSTALL (2) SCREWS
(P/N 111008343890) IN FRAME
BEFORE INSTALLING IN OPENING

2222 Camden Court
Oak Brook, IL 60523

630-572-3192

elkay.com

37-3/4"
959mm

4-1/2

114mm

CHILLER SHELF
P/N 27638C

18-3/4"
476mm

FLOOR LINE

1-1/8"
29mm

5-1/8"

130mm

ELECTRICAL INLET
LOCATION ON CHILLER

TO FLOOR LINE

8"

203mm

BACK OF WALL TO

BE 12" (305mm)

MIN DEPTH

Printed in U.S.A.

© 2014 Elkay