Summit VT175, VT225IB, VLT2250, VLT1750, VT125 User Manual

SUMMIT APPLIANCE

USE & CARE GUIDE

MEDICAL, LABORATORY AND SCIE NTIFIC REFRIGERATORS AND FREEZERS

• FF6L/ FF7L MED Series

All-refrigerators with automatic defrost

• FF28L/ FF29BL/ FF32L/ FF511L/ FF521BL/ FF560L/ FFAR2L/

FFAR21L/ FFAR22L MED Series

Compact all-refrigerators with automatic defrost

• FFAR9L/ FFAR10 MED Series

Mid-size/ Full-size storage all-refrigerators

• SCR450L/ SCR500BL/ SCR600/ SP6DS2D7/ SP6DS7/ SP6DSSTB7

MED Series

Specialty all-refrigerators (drawers or glass doors)

• CM411L/ CM421BL/ CP35LL/ CT66L/ S19L MED Series

Compact refrigerator-freezers

• CP171MED

Two-door refrigerator-freezer with two compressors

• CF05/ CF07ES/ FS60L/ UF850L // FCL44/ FS407L/ FS408BL/

SCF401SS MED Series

Mid-size // Compact freezers

• FS62L/ VT65ML // SCFF55L MED Series

Low-temperature freezers // Built-in frost-free freezers

• FS20L/ FS21L/ FS22L MED Series

All-freezers (-20°C)

• VT/ VLT Series

Low temperature freezers

• SCUF/ SCUR Series

Full-size frost-free all-freezers and all-refrigerators

• SCFF/ SCFR Series

Frost-free chest freezers and refrigerators

If you need service or call with a question, please have this
information ready. We advise you to keep this Use & Care
Guide in your possession.

Model: ____ Serial number: _

Options added:

Date of purchase: Dealer:

For parts: visit our website www.summitappliance.com/support

APPLIANCE SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important to us.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and

on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
You can be seriously injured or even killed if you don’t follow instructions.
Safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, how to reduce

the chance of injury, and what can happen if the instructions are not
followed.

• Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.

• Do not remove ground prong, nor use a 3/2 adapter.

• Do not use an extension cord.

• Use care not to plug into outlets controlled by wall switches.

• Disconnect power before servicing.

• After servicing, replace all parts and panels before operating.

• Use nonflammable cleaners.

• Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from

• Use two or more people to move and install appliance.

Drawer refrigerators are provided with anti-tip brackets. Always install
prior to use.

Proper Disposal of Your Old Appliance e

Remove doors from your old appliance.
Leave shelves in place.

If an old appliance contains refrigerants, it must be recycled by a licensed
service or disposal company.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury

when using your appliance, follow these basic precautions:

appliances.

Old appliances can represent a suffocation hazard to children.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Excessive Weight Hazard !

Use two or more people to move and install your appliance.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

ALLOW APPLIANCE TO SIT UPRIGHT FOR 24 HOURS BEFORE TURNING
ON, TO ALLOW THE COMPRESSOR LUBRICANT TO DRAIN.

1. Remove packaging materials.

2. Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the
appliance. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive
with your fingers. Rinse with warm water and dry.

3. Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or
abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can
damage the surface of your appliance.

4. When Moving Your Appliance
Your appliance is heavy. When moving the appliance for cleaning or
service, be sure to protect the floor. Always pull the appliance straight
out when moving it. Do not wiggle or “walk” the appliance when trying
to move it, because floor damage can occur.

5. Clean Before Using:
After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside of
your appliance before using it. See cleaning instructions in Appliance
Care.

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6. Some upright models have leveling legs. Level as necessary for best
operation.

7. If your appliance has casters, after moving into place, lock the brakes
on those casters supplied with brakes. Always unlock before moving
the appliance for cleaning.

Key Eject Lock (some models)

To lock or unlock the appliance, you must hold the key in the lock whil e
turning. The lock is spring loaded, so the key cannot be left in the lock.

If the key is lost, contact your dealer or SUMMIT APPLIANCE for a
replacement. Always give the model and serial number of your appli ance
when requesting a replacement key. Keys for most models can be
ordered online at www.summitappliance.com/support

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IMPORTANT: Do not install the appliance near an oven, radiator, or

other heat source, nor in a location where the temperature will fall bel ow
40°F (5°C). Do not place in direct sunlight.

Check the strength of the floor before installing your appliance. It should
hold the weight of a fully loaded appli ance. Allow at least 1” (2.5 cm) of
airspace at the top and on both sides of the appliance and 1” (2.5 cm)
between the back of the appliance and the wall. If the app liance is going
to be placed against a wall, leave extra space on the hinge side so the
door can open wider than its width.

Note: This appliance may be installed side by side with another

• Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.

• Do not remove ground prong.

• Do not use an adapter.

• Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire, electrical
shock or death.

Recommended grounding method

A 115 Volt (AC only) 60 Hz grounded electrical suppl y with a 15- or 20­amp fuse or circuit breaker is required. It is recommended that a separate
circuit serving only your appliance be provided. Use outlets that cannot
be turned off by a switch or pull chain. Do not use an extension cord.

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from appliances. Failure to do so can result in fire,
explosion or death.

appliance or appliances. Allow for a 3” (7.5 cm) clearance at the top
and sides and a ¼” (0.64 cm) clearance between the appliances. IF

YOUR MODEL HAS THE LETTERS “BI” IN THE SUFFIX, IT IS
DESIGNED FOR BUILT-IN USE, AND DOES NOT REQUIRE
CLEARANCE EXCEPT IN THE BACK.

Electrical Shock Hazard

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Level your appliance (some upright models)

1. Locate the two front leveling legs that may be taped among the packing
materials. In many models these legs are already mounted into the
underside of the appliance.

2. Screw these legs into the front holes on the bottom of the appliance. The
back of the appliance rests on two fixed supports. (Built-in models also
have rear level legs that can provide more precise leveling).

3. Adjust the front legs just enough to lift the cabinet up off the floor.
Note: If your model is equipped with front rollers, the front legs should be

lowered enough to lift the rollers off of the floor to ensure the appliance
does not roll forward when the door is opened.

4. Place a leveling tool on top of the appliance, first side to side, then front to
back. Turn leg counterclockwise to raise a corner. Turn leg clockwise to
lower a corner.

5. Repeat Step 4 until appliance is level.

6. After appliance is fully loaded, recheck with level as in Step 4.

7. If your appliance is equipped with casters, the two front casters have

brakes to prevent rolling. Keep brakes locked, and unlock for moving only.

In order to ensure proper temperature, you need to permit proper airflow in
the appliance. Do not block off any air vents. If the vents are blocked, airflow
will be prevented, and temperature and moisture problems may occur. Always
position contents to allow some airflow between shelves or baskets.

Allow the appliance to cool at least 6 to 8 hours before adding contents. Allow
24 hours for temperature to stabilize.

Note: When the appliance is first started, the compressor will run constantly

until the appliance is cooled. It may take 6 to 8 hours (or longer),
depending on room temperature and the number of times the appliance
door is opened. After the appliance is cooled, the compressor will turn on
and off as needed to keep the appliance at the proper temperature.

For optimum temperature performance, it is recommended that this unit
be at least 30% full during use. If you are only using this unit to store
small loads, we recommend adding some water bottles or freezer packs
to ensure temperature stability.

The outside of your appliance may feel warm. This is normal. The appliance’s
design and main function is to remove heat from packages and air space
inside the appliance. The heat is transferred to the room air, making the
outside of the appliance feel warm. (In some models the condenser that gets

warm is just inside the side walls, making these walls warm to the touch.)

ENERGY-SAVING TIPS

• The more airflow provided around an appliance, the less energy it will use.

• If your appliance requires manual defrosting, keep ice build-up to less than 1/2".

• Keep doors open a minimum of time, and shut securely.

APPLIANCE USE

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