Ojeda USA, Inc
460 Southport Commerce Blvd
Spartanburg, SC 29306
864 574-6004 Fax 864 574-6005
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
MANUAL
VENUS 3, VENUS 4, VENUS 5, VENUS 6
Congratulations! You have just purchased the finest commercial
Part Num100330049
refrigeration available.
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Contents
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL ........................................................................ 1
APPLICATION ...................................................................................................................................... 3
PRODUCT REGISTRATION ................................................................................................................ 3
DIRECTIONS FOR STORAGE AND HANDLING THE EQUIPMENT ............................................ 3
STORAGE OF THE EQUIPMENT ................................................................................................... 3
UNCRATING ..................................................................................................................................... 3
MOVING THE EQUIPMENT ........................................................................................................... 3
PLACING AND INSTALLING THE EQUIPMENT ............................................................................ 4
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................ 4
POSITIONING SHELVES ..................................................................................................................... 5
PRODUCT LOADING ........................................................................................................................... 5
UNIT OPERATION AND COMPONENTS .......................................................................................... 6
CONTROL PANEL ................................................................................................................................ 7
REAR SLIDING DOORS ...................................................................................................................... 8
MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES .......................................................................................................... 9
STANDARD WARRANTY ................................................................................................................. 10
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................... 11
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE ............................................................................................................... 12
You have selected one of the finest commercial refrigeration units made. It is
manufactured under strict quality controls with only the best quality materials available.
Your Ojeda cooler, when installed correctly and properly maintained will give you many
years of trouble-free operation.
WARNING!
USE THIS APPLIANCE FOR ITS INTENDED PURPOSE AS DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
Use this appliance for its intended
purpose as described in this Owner
Manual.
This refrigerator must be properly
installed and located in accordance with
the Installation Instructions.
We strongly recommend that any
servicing be performed by a qualified
individual.
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Do not allow children to climb, stand, or
hang on the shelves in the refrigerator.
They could damage the refrigerator and
seriously injure themselves.
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning
and making repairs.
CAREFULLY READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual provides instructions in how to best locate,
operate, and maintain this equipment.
It is recommended to keep this manual for any future reference.
APPLICATION
The VENUS series of coolers have a sanitation listing permitting the merchandising of open food
product. The unit must be located in an indoor environment where the ambient must be maintained less
than 75oF/55%RH.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Write down the Serial number of your new unit for future reference. The Serial Number is found on the
data plate located on the back of the unit.
MODEL: ________________________
SERIAL NUMBER: _______________
DIRECTIONS FOR STORAGE AND HANDLING THE EQUIPMENT
STORAGE OF THE EQUIPMENT
If the equipment will be kept in storage, it is suggested to keep it in its original packing.
In case you need your equipment to be inactive for a long period of time after being used, verify that it
has been unplugged. After cleaning it thoroughly with a damp cloth, lukewarm water and neutral soap
and carefully drying it, cover it with a polyethylene film or similar waterproof material.
UNCRATING
The following procedure is recommended for uncrating the unit:
Remove the outer package by carefully cutting the shrink wrap and removing the 4 corner posts and top
lid.
Inspect for concealed damage. Immediately file a claim with the freight carrier if there is damage.
Move your unit as close to the final location as possible before removing the wooden skid.
MOVING THE EQUIPMENT
The unit is constructed to facilitate using a forklift to handle it. Use this handling means to move the
equipment as close as possible to the location where it will be installed.
IMPORTANT: Never push, pull or strike the front glass.
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PLACING AND INSTALLING THE EQUIPMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
THIS UNIT CANNOT BE INSTALLED IN ENVIRONMENTS WITH EXPLOSIVE GASES. THE EQUIPMENT IS
DESIGNED ONLY FOR INDOOR OPERATION.
The unit must be located in an indoor environment where the ambient is maintained less than
75oF/55%RH.
For the correct performance of the refrigerating system, it is very important to leave at least 10 cm (4")
of free space both at the back and front to allow proper air circulation.
The location of the cooler must be kept away from sources of heat and humidity including direct
sunlight, toasters, ovens, coffee warmers, other appliances condenser air discharge, infrared heaters, or
other heat generating appliances.
The unit should be leveled front to back and side to side prior to operation.
The unit must have casters, 6” legs, or sealed to the floor per NSF guidelines.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a
standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this
appliance.
VENUS units require a dedicated outlet with a NEMA 5-15R type of receptacle:
The use of extension cords is not permitted and will void the warranty.
Before connecting your equipment, check that the electrical data on the data plate match your electrical
output.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: PLUG THE EQUIPMENT INDEPENDENTLY TO A LOAD CENTER WITH AN
APPROPRIATE CIRCUIT BREAKER ACCORDING TO THE NAMEPLATE AMPS.
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