Traulsen TBC13, TBC5, TBC1H, TBC1HR User Manual

Quality Refrigeration

OWNER’S MANUAL

Instructions for the installation, use & care of:

TBC Series Blast Chillers
TBC5 Undercounter Model
TBC13 Reach-In Model
TBC1H/TBC1HR Roll-In Model

I. INSTALLATION CHECKLIST:

Remove the crate and wooden pallet using a 3/4” socket wrench. Do not lay
the unit on its front, side or back.

Install in a level location away from extreme heat or cold. Allow adequate
clearance for proper airflow.

Install legs or casters (TBC5 & TBC13), or seal to floor (TBC1H). The caster

bolts require a 1/2” socket wrench.

WARNING: The cabinet must be blocked and stable before installing
legs or casters.

Remove the plastic ties used to secure the interior slides on models TBC5

and TBC13 during shipping.

Select a dedicated electrical outlet of the proper amperage.

NOTE: Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from the plug or use an
extension cord.

* TBC5 includes a NEMA 5-15P cord set.
* TBC13 includes a NEMA L-14-20P cord set.
* TBC1H & TBC1HR must be hardwired.

Insure there are no obstructions blocking the louver panel. This will allow
for sufficient air flow and maintenance access.

NOTE: Model TBC13 requires 6” clearance on the left and right sides.

Insure that a floor drain or optional condensate evaporator is provided for
models TBC13 and TBC1H.

TBC1H/TBC1HR require a remote condensing unit capable of providing
18,700 BTU/hr @ -100F evaporator temp in a 900F environment.

NOTE: Proper line sizing should be determined by a qualified refrigeration
technician.

Install ramp on model TBC1H/TBC1HR after sealing to the floor.

II. PAN & APPROX. CHILL CAPACITY:

Model 18”x26”

Pan

TBC5 5 10 100

TBC13 13 26 200

TBC1H 1 Rack 1 Rack 300

NOTE: Actual weight of product that can be safely chilled within FDA
guidelines varies greatly depending upon product density and pan.

12”x20”

Pan

Product

Weight

III. CARE & MAINTENANCE:

WARNING: Disconnect electrical power supply before cleaning any parts of
of the unit.

a. CLEANING THE EXTERIOR & INTERIOR:

Exterior stainless steel should be cleaned with warm water, mild soap and a soft cloth. Apply
with a dampened cloth and wipe in the direction of the metal grain. Avoid the use of strong
detergents and gritty abrasive cleaners as they may tend to mar and scratch the surface.
Do Not use cleansers containing chlorine, this may promote corrosion of the stainless steel.
For stubborn odor spills, use baking soda and water (1 TBSP baking soda to 1 pint water ratio).

For cleaning stainless steel interiors the use of baking soda as described above is recom­mended. Use on breaker strips as well as door gaskets. All interior fittings are removable
without tools to facilitate cleaning.

b. CLEANING THE CONDENSER:

The self-contained condensing unit requires regularly scheduled cleaning to keep the finned
condenser clean of lint and dust accumulation.

To clean the self-contained condenser, first disconnect electrical power, then access the coil:

TBC5 & TBC13: Remove the front louver panel at bottom.
TBC1H/TBC1HR: Remove the louver assembly on the top/front of the cabinet.

Vacuum or brush any dirt, lint or dust from the finned condenser coil, the compressor and
other cooking system parts. If significant dirt is clogging the condenser fins, use compressed
air to blow this clear.

IV. CHANGING THE PRINTER PAPER:

Printer paper is available from Traulsen or your local Hobart Service office. It’s also avail­able at most office supply outlets.

Traulsen Part Number: 400-60003-00
Office Depot Item Number: 302-224
Staples Item Number: PMF-5233

The label printer uses a special peel-off label stock:
Traulsen Part Number: 400-60004-00 (225 labels per roll)

To reload the paper, begin by opening the cover to access the printer(s). Remove the empty
paper roll and place a new roll on spindle. Position the paper such that the paper feeds
from the back of the roll. This allows the thermal sensitive side of the paper to be on the
upper surface as it feeds through the printer. The ends of the spindle are installed in the
roll holders on each side of the paper cradle.

Gently pull the feed roller tension arm slightly forward. It is located on the top of the printer
and will open about 90 degrees.

Feed paper down into the loading slot directly behind the fed roller tension arm.

Return the feed roller tension arm to its original position. If this is not closed the printer will
not operate. Labels are loaded in the same manner. NOTE: After turning the chiller on

the label printer will automatically orient the next label for printing.

TR35941 P/N 375-60311-00 (rev. 3-13)

IV. CHANGING THE PRINTER PAPER:(continued)

VI. GLOSSARY OF ICONS:

Chill By Temp

Standard Chill

Defrost

Press the red feed button to feed paper through the printer.

Replace the printer cover or close the printer door, taking care that the paper or label is
passed through the paper slot on it’s front.

V. OPERATION:

STARTING A CHILL CYCLE

AUTO:

1) Place probe in product (must be above 90 degrees F). The
chiller will automatically begin a chill cycle in 30-seconds (target
37 degrees F).

OPTIONAL: Press any active probe(s) to enter the PRODUCT and/
or USER names.

IDLE MODE

STARTING A CHILL

CYCLE

THE RUN SCREEN

DATA

MANAGEMENT

MANUAL (by temp):

1) Place probe(s) in product.

2) Select MANUAL.

3) Adjust target TEMP and CHILL METHOD (if desired, default 37
degrees F).

OPTIONAL: Press any active probe(s) to enter PRODUCT and/or
USER names.

4) Press START.

MANUAL (by time):

1) Load product in chiller.

2) Select MANUAL.

3) Adjust target TIME.

OPTIONAL: Press any time zone to enter product and or user
names.

4) Press START.

CYCLE COMPLETION & PRINTING

Upon any probe reaching the target temperature the chiller will
beep for 20-seconds and the button beneath this probe will
change from CANCEL to DONE.

1)Press DONE.

OPTIONAL: Press PRODUCT and/or USER to enter the product
and/or user names, if not done previously.

2)Press RECORD and/or LABEL (if equipped with optional label
printer) to receive a cycle data printout and/or adhesive label.
Repeat for additional copies if needed.

3)Press DONE to return to the RUN (if additional probes are active
or done) or IDLE screens.

NOTE: Cycle data can also be downloaded via the USB port by
selecting DATA MANAGEMENT in the TOOLBOX.

Many default settings can be adjusted, see full size owner’s
manual for additional details.

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Chill By Time

Chill By Product

Product

Toolbox

Speed Chill

Delicate Chill

Energy Saving Chill

User

Probe

Time Zone

Print Record

Print Label

VII. TROUBLESHOOTING:

No display on control. a. Check power supply and circuit breaker.

Cycle time longer than
expected.

Auto start does not work. a. Probe n/a. Press DONE to release probe for use.

Chill cycle starts with no
product present.

Unwanted product
freezing.

Food drying out during
chilling.

Printer not printing. a. Printer is out of paper.

Condensation on exterior
surface.

Product temp appears
cooler than expected.

b. System problem. Call for service.

a. Check if door is closed.
b. Excessive volume or depth of product loaded.
c. Pan covered with a lid, plastic wrap or foil that is not in
direct contact with the product.
d. Dirty condenser coil.
e. Product is of a high density.
f. Evaporator coil iced and defrost needed.

b. Probe not placed in product.
c. Food probe placed in product below 100
d. Damaged or defective probe.

a. Probes started automatically due to their temp rising to

0

F or more.

100

a. DONE product not removed and new chill cycle started.
Remove product when Done.
b. Chill cycle By Time set for too long.
c. High water content food. Use DELICATE method.

a. Food chilled uncovered.

b. Printer paper may be installed incorrectly. Verify that the
thermal sensitive side of the paper.
c. Feed door open.
d. Paper does not feed or jams behind the paper feed slot in
the cover. Remove paper, reinstall correctly.

a. Check door alignment and gasket for proper seal.
b. Check door sweep for proper adjustment (roll-ins).
c. Electric door heater malfunction. Call for service.

a. Product temperatures within batches often vary. Verify
product temperature using a thermometer.
b. Probe placed incorrectly. Relocate probe.
c. Product has very small mass (ex. chicken tender) use chill
by time.
d. Product held at room temperature too long prior to being
placed in chiller. Verify actual product temp.

0

F.

VIII. SERVICE & PARTS:

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