Scotsman RFE33 Operator’s Manual

RFE33

Introduction

The Scotsman RFE33 Compact Refrigerator is a
unique product, capable of being built into a
cabinet because of its front vented, forced-air
cooling system.

It’ s als o designed to be a compan ion to
Scotsman ’s DCE33 A u tomatic Ice Ma ch ine . To
prevent door interference when installed to the left
of a DCE33, the RFE33 comes from the factory
with the door hinge d on the le ft . The do or s wing
may be reverse d to suit the ins ta llat ion .

The RFE33 keeps its inte rior cool b y remo ving
heat from the freezin g compartmen t at the top of
the storage area and exhausting that heat out the
right front grill.

Table of Contents

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3

Customizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4

Reversing door swing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5

Installation & Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 6

Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 7

Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 8

Specialized Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 9

This product man ua l is inten ded to be a resource
for inst alla tio n, routin e main tena nc e, an d service
diagnosis.

Although there have been several changes in
appearanc e and comp on en ts , this man u al co v e rs
all models of the RFE33.

Note the warning symbol whe re it appea rs in this
manual, it is an alert that there may be some
hazard noted in that se ctio n of the man ua l.

A parts list is located in the center of this manual,
printed on colored paper.

Scotsman reserves the right to make design changes

and/or improvements at any time. Specifications and

design are subject to change without notice.

November 1995

Keep this man u al f o r fut ure reference.

This manual was printed on recycle d paper.

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RFE33

Specifications:

Model Finish

RFE33A-1WA White 3 + cu. feet 1" foamed in place polyurethane

Capacity Insulation Compressor Condenser Type

1

⁄16H.P.

Forced Draft

RFE33A-1WB White same same same same
RFE33A-1BB Black same same same same
RFE33A-1SB Stainless same same same same

Kits: Stainless steel door sleeve conversion kit is K-SS. Cabinet extension kits include KCE18-W (white) and
KCE18-B (black).

Note: Right and Left

Placement of Machines Will

Not Affect Performance.

Cabinet dimensions are critical

to a built in installation. The

diagrams illustrated below

RFE33

show the details of the cabinet

construction.

29 7/8"

74.0 cm

4"(10.2 cm)
to bottom of
legs

2"

5.1 cm

1/2"

1.3 cm

September 2000

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Installation:

RFE33

After the carton has been removed, check for any
concealed damage. Check the unit interior and
exterior.After this check, the unit may be installed.

Open the door and remove all packing materials,
including warranty packet, tape, and warranty
registration. Note: Keep the filler plate for use
when reversing door swing.

Wipe the interior of the cabinet with soap and
water to remove any manufacturing or shipping
residue.

The RFE33 will work fine as a free standing
refrigerator, minimal attention to leveling, electrical
power supply and no obstruction of air flow will
provide an adequate environment.

The RFE33 is only designed to be operated
indoors. Malfunctions due to outdoor operation will
not be covered by warranty.

o

Excessive heat (over 100
performance.

When built in, some precautions must be taken:
Size: The space occupied by the refrigerator is:

1

•15

⁄4" wide (including screw heads at the

F.) will cause poor

base)

•24" deep to the front edge of the door handle

3

•33

⁄8" high (337⁄8" to the top of the door

hinge).

There is a kick plate at the bottom front of the
cabinet, the louvers in that kick plate allow air
to flow through the cooling mechanism, and
those louvers must not be blocked at any time.

Air Flow of RFE33

Kickplate

Air In

Air Out

Note: When installed in a corner,the door
swing may be limited due to handle contact
with the wall or cabinet face.

Danger!

Risk of Child Entrapment

Beforediscardingthe productthis unit replaces, or
when discarding this product at the end of itsuseful
life:

•Take off the door

•Leave the shelves in place so that children

may not easily climb inside.

The cabinet legs should be flush with the floor, so
that the refrigerator may be pulled out without
damage to the floor.

The electrical supply must be near enough so that
an extension cord is not used. The power
requirements are 115 volts AC, 60 cycle, single
phase (normal U.S.house current). Scotsman
recommends that the refrigerator not be
connected to a circuit with high amperage
equipment already on it. Check with a licensed
electrician for recommendations. Be sure to follow
all applicable electrical codes.

The RFE33 is UL listed, meaning it has met
certain requirements for electrical safety.Any
modification or substitution of components may
violate those requirements, and Scotsman will not
be responsible for any RFE33 so modified. Always
use Scotsman replacement parts.

June 2000

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