Perlick HA24FB Installation Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Warranty Registration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
General Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Installation Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Preparing the Space. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Preparing Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Unpacking and Moving the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Anti-Tip Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Shelving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Door Panel Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Wood Overlay Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Wood Overlay/Door Lock Templates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
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Wooden Wine Rack Trim Finishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Interior Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Loading Product. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Temperature Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Checking Product Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Cleaning the Condenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a Perlick residential refrigeration product. Celebrating over 91 years of excellence, Perlick is the
industry leader in commercial refrigeration systems. Today, Perlick has
taken its expertise and experience into creating the highest quality and
most innovative residential products on the market. Perlick’s product
offering gives you the opportunity to enjoy the functionality and user
friendliness in just about any room of your home, including kitchens,
bedrooms, entertainment rooms, basements and even bathrooms. All
Perlick products are built with commercial-grade stainless steel – providing you with the beauty and durability for a lifetime of use.
This Installation and Operation manual will answer your questions
about the features, operation and maintenance of your Perlick unit. If
you have questions that are not addressed here, call 800-558-5592.
IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions completely before
attempting to install or operate the unit. Take note of DANGER,
CAUTION and WARNING when they appear in the manual. This
information is important for the safe and efficient installation,
operation and care of your Perlick unit.
DANGER indicates a hazard that will result in serious injury or
death if precautions are not followed.
WARNING indicates a hazard may cause serious injury or death if
precautions are not followed.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
To request information or service, the model number and serial number must be provided. This information is located on the inside ceiling
of the unit and on the warranty registration card included with information packet shipped with the unit.
IMPORTANT: Read through the included warranty statement then
complete and mail the Warranty Registration Card as soon as
possible to validate the registration date. Warranty registration can
also be done online at www.perlick.com. If warranty registration is not
completed, Perlick will use the date of sale as the first date of warranty for the unit. Please record the purchase date of the unit and the
dealer’s name, address and telephone number below.
Model Number _____________________________________
Serial Number _____________________________________
Purchase Date _____________________________________
Dealer Name _____________________________________
Dealer Address _____________________________________
Dealer Phone No. ____________________________________
Retain this manual along with the sales receipt for future reference.
CAUTION indicates a hazard where minor injury or product damage may occur if you do not follow instructions.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
DANGER
Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer, take off the doors and leave shelves in place so
children may not easily climb inside.
DANGER
Altering or cutting of the power cord, or removal of the power
plug, or direct wiring can cause serious injury, fire and/or loss of
property and/or life and will void the warranty.
WARNING
• Never attempt to repair or perform maintenance on the unit
until the electricity has been disconnected.
• The anti-tip kit must be installed on this unit before it is used.
Never use the shelves or doors as steps or to support more
than they are designed to support.
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CAUTION
• Do not lift unit by shelves or door handle.
• Failure to clean the condenser every three months can cause
the unit to malfunction. This could void the warranty.
• Never install the unit behind closed doors. Be sure front louvered toe plate is free of obstruction. Obstructing free air flow
can cause unit to malfunction and may void the warranty.
CAUTION
Use only Perlick replacement parts. Imitation parts can damage
the unit, and may void the warranty.
INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS
General
• All electrical instructions assume that outlet is located 4-10 inches
from the floor.
• Floor must be level in area of installation. Leg levelers are used for
fine-tune adjustment only and should not be used to compensate
for floor differences exceeding 1/2”.
• When moving unit into position, take care to protect floor surface
with cardboard, rugs, etc.
• Never attempt to move unit without the aid of at least one other
person.
• Always secure doors shut prior to moving the unit.
Finished Rough Opening Requirements
• Height: 32-1/2”
• Depth: 24”
• Width: 24”
Figure 1. Dimensions
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PREPARING THE SPACE
Make sure the installation opening is properly prepared. Refer to
Figure 1 for space dimensions.
CAUTION
If unit is to be installed under a countertop, it is recommended
that the countertop be supported by a structure other than the
unit itself, to prevent damage to the countertop.
IMPORTANT: For a cabinet door to operate properly, the door must
open a minimum of 100° (see Figure 1). Use a minimum 4-1/2” filler in
corner installations to ensure a 100° opening. Allow enough clearance
in front of the unit for full door swing or shelf pull-out.
IMPORTANT: Make sure floor under unit is level with the surrounding finished floor. Protect a finished floor with plywood, cardboard or
some other suitable material before moving the unit into place. Failure
to do this may result in damage to the floor.
PREPARING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
A 115 volt, 60Hz, 15 amp circuit breaker and electrical supply are
required. A separate circuit is recommended
Follow the National Electrical Code along with local codes and ordinances when installing the receptacle.
All Perlick units come equipped with a NEMA 5-15P, 90° plug with a 5’
cord (minimum) extending beyond the rear of the unit. The electrical
outlet must be flush with, or recessed into, the back wall.
DANGER
ELECTROCUTION HAZARD!
Electrical grounding required. This appliance is equipped with a
3-prong (grounding) polarized plug for protection against possible shock hazards.
• Never remove the round grounding prong from the plug.
• Never use a 2-prong grounding adapter.
• Never use an extension cord to connect power to the unit.
If a 2-prong wall receptacle is encountered, or a longer power
cord is required, contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper 3-prong receptacle in accordance with applicable electrical codes.
DANGER
Failure to comply with the above electrical guidelines may result
in possible injury/death/fire or loss of property.
board sleeve by removing the banding holding the sleeve to the
shipping base. Carefully lift the cardboard sleeve up over the top
of the cabinet.
2. Carefully lift unit off base and onto a hand truck or dolly (this
should be done with a minimum of two people, larger cabinets
may require additional helpers). Make sure unit is balanced on
transporting device. Secure unit to transporting device using soft
flexible strapping. Protect cabinet surfaces with cloth material
where strapping contacts the unit.
3. Before moving unit, secure door to unit with tape to hold the door
closed.
WARNING
A minimum of two people should lift the cabinet off the base to
prevent possible personal injury.
4. Carefully move unit to installation site and place in front of opening.
ANTI-TIP BRACKETS
WARNING
Unit may tip forward if loaded racks/shelves are all pulled out at
the same time. To prevent tipping and provide a stable installation, the unit must be secured in place with the anti-tip brackets
provided with the unit.
A set of metal anti-tip brackets and #10 x 3/4” screws are supplied with
the unit. The anti-tip brackets, when properly installed, should secure
the rear legs and prevent the unit from tipping forward.
Some installation sites may require modification to provide a secure
surface for attaching the brackets. Refer to Figure 2 for mounting
bracket locations.
IMPORTANT: If installing on a concrete floor, concrete fasteners are
required and are not included in the Anti-Tip kit.
UNPACKING AND MOVING THE UNIT
CAUTION
Do not cut cardboard sleeve covering the unit. Cutting may result
in damage to the exterior of the unit.
1. Uncrate the unit outside on a flat level surface. Remove the card-
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Figure 2. Anti-Tip-Over Bracket Mounting
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INSTALLATION
CAUTION
Finished flooring should be protected with appropriate material
to avoid damage from moving the unit.
If unit has been laid on its back or sides, place unit upright and
allow minimum of 24 hours before connecting power.
1. Plug the unit into the 15 amp grounded outlet located in the installation opening. With power applied to the unit, check that lighting
and cooling function operate properly, then turn off power to the
wall outlet at the circuit breaker.
WARNING
Shut off power to the wall outlet before installing unit into the
opening.
2. Check that the following are level and square:
- front face and interior opening
- installation opening and floor surface
- countertop bottom front edge
IMPORTANT: The floor under the unit must be at the same level as the
surrounding finished floor.
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3. If all surfaces are level, refer to Figure 3 and perform the following:
a. Measure from the floor to the bottom of the front edge of the
countertop.
b. Measure the rear of unit cabinet from floor to top of cabinet, at
back corners.
c. Adjust rear legs so B measurement equals A measurement.
Using an adjustable wrench or pliers, turn legs counterclockwise to raise the unit or clockwise to lower the unit.
IMPORTANT: Levelling legs should not extend more than 3/4” from
bottom of unit.
4. Slide the unit into position. Make sure the rear leveling legs slide
under the anit-tip brackets. Push the unit into the opening until the
door is flush with the surrounding cabinetry, or until the rear legs
are tight against the anti-tip brackets.
IMPORTANT: The rear leveling legs must be engaged under the antitip brackets.
5. Shim the front of the unit so the front door is flush with the surrounding cabinetry. Adjust the front legs to support the countertop
at the shimmed height. Using an adjustable wrench or pliers, turn
legs counterclockwise to raise the unit or clockwise to lower the
unit. Countertop should be resting on top of the unit.
IMPORTANT: If countertop is not resting entirely on unit top, shim the
countertop to prevent damage to the countertop.
Figure 3. Leveling
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the countertop and unit underneath, do not
place heavy objects on countertop directly above the unit.
6. Check interior door openings inside unit and ensure unit is level.
SHELVING
IMPORTANT: To achieve maximum performance, interior louver openings and fan guard openings should never be obstructed.
Refrigerator
The single door unit comes standard with two black vinyl coated
adjustable full extension pullout shelves.
Wine Reserve
The single door unit comes standard with five full extension black vinyl
coated wine racks capable of storing 40 total wine bottles and additional storage on the bottom for 8 more bottles. Shelves are removable
and adjustable to accommodate oversized (magnum) bottles.
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Lift one tab up while pushing the
opposite tab down and pull shelf out
To remove brackets,
remove shelf, lift front
of bracket to disengage
the front key slot, and
pull forward to disengage
the rear key slot.
Beverage Center
The single door unit comes standard with two full extension black vinyl
coated wine racks and one industry exclusive full extension pullout
shelf allowing for storage of both wine and beverages. Shelving positions are adjustable.
Adjusting Full Extension Shelving
1. Pull the shelf out to its farthest position. Locate the tabs in the
middle of both extenders (Figure 4). Lift one tab up, while pushing
the opposite tab down and pull shelf out.
2. Reposition each bracket separately. Grasp the middle of the
bracket, pull the front end up and out, then forward to remove
(Figure 5).
3. Place bracket at the desired position. Push the rear hook into the
rear key slot. Set front of bracket on the wall hook.
4. Repeat for other bracket(s).
5. Push extenders completely into the unit. Align the shelf grooves
with the extenders and slide completely into the unit.
DOOR PANEL OPTIONS
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Figure 4. Sliding Shelf Extender Tabs
Perlick residential units offer a variety of door panel design alternatives; solid stainless steel, solid wood overlay, stainless steel glass
and wood overlay glass.
Solid stainless steel and stainless steel glass doors are shipped from
the factory with decorative stainless steel panels and handles in place
on the appliance. If optional door lock is ordered, the unit comes preassembled from the factory.
Solid wood overlay and glass wood overlay doors are designed to
accept a decorative front panel to match surrounding cabinetry and
door handles. The panel and door handles are supplied by the customer. If ordered with the optional door lock, see Door Lock Installation
on page 7.
IMPORTANT: Glass with stainless trim and glass with wood trim may
sweat in conditions with relative humidity over 75%.
Figure 5. Sliding Shelf Mounting Brackets
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Mounting bracket
Screw
Lockwasher
Lock strike
Nut
Lock bracket
Lock body
WOOD OVERLAY INSTALLATION
Before beginning installation, check all components for proper fit and
finish.
WARNING
• All overlay doors require a trim panel at least 3/4” thick.
• The solid wood overlay panel should not weigh more than 20
pounds.
• The glass wood overlay panel should not weigh more than 10
pounds.
The following instructions cover installing a solid wood overlay or glass
wood overlay panel, handle and optional lock.
IMPORTANT: Contact the factory for full size wood overlay panel
layouts.
Refer to Figure 7 for glass wood overlay door panel.
Refer to Figure 8 for solid wood overlay door panel.
Refer to Figure 9 for solid wood drawer overlay panel.
Door Lock Installation (optional)
When installing to wood overlay, perform lock installation before
mounting wood overlay to door.
1. See Figure 6. Attach mounting bracket to wood overlay.
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Figure 6. Door Lock - Optional
2. Insert lock body and attach with nut.
3. Install lock strike, lock washer and screw.
4. Use the key to turn the lock and verify that the lock and unlock
positions are correct: unlock should be up, lock should be horizontal. Adjust as necessary.
5. Install overlay with lock assembly to the door.
6. Install lock bracket to the unit.
See Figure 7A, 8A and 9A for door lock placements on panels.
Handle Installation
CAUTION
Handle mounting on wood overlay door should be mounted on
overlay panel only (not the door) to avoid damage to the factory
door.
1. Handle must be attached to overlay before mounting overlay onto
door. Mark rear of wood overlay panel with handle fastening locations.
2. Drill through wood overlay panel at marked locations taking care
not to damage the wood overlay panel.
Overlay Installation
CAUTION
Proper wood working tools should be used to avoid damage or
errors in workmanship.
1. With the unit secured in position, open the door and make sure
panel pre-drilled holes align with door frame holes.
2. Loosely attach four corners of the overlay panel to the door using
#10 x 1” wood screws, installed through the door frame from the
rear.
3. Check for overall wood overlay panel fit, position and function.
Make minor adjustments as necessary. When panel is properly
aligned, tighten mounting screws securely. Install the rest of the
mounting screws and tighten securely.
CAUTION
Do not overtighten wood overlay attachment screws as this may
damage factory supplied door frame.
3. Countersink screw heads so screw heads are flush with backside
of panel. Attach handle to overlay panel.
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