Vollrath RDE1160, RDE1148, RDE8148, RDE8136, RDE1236 Operator's Manual

Thank you for purchasing this Vollrath equipment. Before operating the
equipment, read and familiarize yourself with the following operating
and safety instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE. Save the original box and packaging. Use this packaging
to ship the equipment if repairs are needed.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

To ensure safe operation, read the following statements and understand
their meaning. This manual contains safety precautions which are
explained below. Please read carefully.

WARNING

Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can
cause severe personal injury or death.

Operator’s Manual

Refrigerated Display Cases

Curved Case

Drop-in Case

CAUTION

Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can
cause minor or major personal injury if the caution is ignored.

NOTICE: Notice is used to note information that is important but not

hazard-related.

To reduce risk of injury or damage to the equipment:

• Use only grounded electrical outlets matching the nameplate rated
voltage.

• Have a qualified person install the equipment in accordance with
local codes and ordinances.

• Use equipment in a flat, level position.

• Do not use an extension cord with this equipment. Do not plug this
equipment into a power strip or multi-outlet power cord.

• Unplug equipment and turn off before cleaning or moving.

• Do not spray controls or outside of equipment with liquids or
cleaning agents.

• Do not clean the equipment with steel wool.

• Keep equipment and power cord away from open flames, electric
burners or excessive heat.

• Do not operate unattended.

• Do not operate equipment in public areas and/or around children.

• Do not operate if equipment has been damaged or is malfunctioning
in any way.

Please register your product at Vollrath.com

Self-Serve Curved Case

Item No. Model Description Voltage Amps HP Hz Plug

40842 RDE7136
40843 RDE7148 48" 4.2
40844 RDE7160 60" 4.4
4084205 RDE1136 36"
4084305 RDE1148 48"
4084405 RDE1160 60"
40852 RDE8136
40853 RDE8148 48" 4.6
40854 RDE8160 60" 4.9
4085205 RDE1236 36"
4085305 RDE1248 48" 3.1
4085405 RDE1260 60" 3.3
40862 RDE8236
40863 RDE8248 48" 5.0
40864 RDE8260 60" 6.0 ¹⁄₃
4086205 RDE1336 36"
4086305 RDE1348 48" 3.3
4086405 RDE1360 60" 3.7
40880 RDE8336
40881 RDE8348 48" 7.4
40882 RDE8360 60" 8.1
4088005 RDE1436 36"
4088105 RDE1448 48" 5.2
4088205 RDE1460 60" 5.4
40886 RDE8436
40887 RDE8448 48" 7.6
40889 RDE8460 60" 8.2
4088605 RDE1536 36"
4088705 RDE1548 48" 4.8
4088905 RDE1560 60" 5.0

*Display Case has IEC inlet. Ships with three electrical cords, one each with UK,
Schuko or China plug.

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2016 The Vollrath Company L.L.C. Part No. 2350087-1 ml 6/27/16

Drop-In

Countertop
Curved

Countertop
Cubed

Self-Serve
Countertop
Curved

Self Serve
Countertop
Cubed

36"

120

220-240

36"

120

220-240

36"

120

220-240

36"

120

220-240

36"

120

220-240

Cubed Case

3.4 ¹⁄₅

¹⁄₄

2.2 ³⁄₈

2.8 ¹⁄₂

3.6 ¹⁄₅

2.6 ³⁄₈

3.9

2.8 ³⁄₈

4.2 ¹⁄₄

3.4 ¹⁄₄

4.3 ¹⁄₄

3.9 ³⁄₈

50/60

¹⁄₄

50/60

¹⁄₂

¹⁄₄

50/60

¹⁄₂

¹⁄₃

50/60

¹⁄₃

¹⁄₃

50/60

¹⁄₃

60

60

60

60

60

NEMA
5-15P

UK/

Schuko/

China*

NEMA
5-15P

UK/

Schuko/

China*

NEMA
5-15P

UK/

Schuko/

China*

NEMA
5-15P

UK/

Schuko/

China*

NEMA
5-15P

UK/

Schuko/

China*

FUNCTION AND PURPOSE

This equipment is designed for illuminated display of food products at
temperatures between 32°F (0°C) and 68°F (20°C). This equipment is
intended and designed to keep chilled food at proper serving
temperatures while it is displayed for sale. Food must be prepared and
placed in display cabinets at proper serving temperatures. Display
cases not intended or designed to cool or chill food. They are not
intended for overnight storage of perishable food. They are not
intended for household, industrial or laboratory use.

UNPACK THE EQUIPMENT

If the unit has been transported in a non-vertical position allow at least
one hour before operating.

1. Remove all packing material and tape, as well as any protective
plastic from the equipment.

2. Remove bolts that secure the equipment to the pallet.

3. Remove any glue residue left over from the plastic or tape.

4. Clean the equipment before use. See Cleaning procedure in this
document.

COUNTERTOP MODEL INSTALLATION

Clearance Requirements

• Countertop cases require a minimum of 4” (10.2 cm) between the
equipment and any surrounding walls. Surrounding walls must be
made of non-combustible materials.

Installation

1. Place the equipment on a flat stable surface.

2. Plug the equipment into a properly grounded electrical supply
matching the nameplate rating. Damage to the equipment can occur
if incorrect power is supplied to equipment.

NOTICE: Using a voltage other than the nameplate rated voltage

will cause damage to the unit. Incorrect voltage,
modification to the power cord or electrical components
can damage unit and will void the warranty.

3. After the installation is complete the thin breather wires on the top of
the side glass panels may be trimmed and crimped closed.

DROP-IN MODEL INSTALLATION

Clearance, Cutout and Ventilation

4"

(10.2)

6" (15.2)

A

19

(48.2)

Preferred

Alternate

• Drop-in cases require a minimum of 4” (10.2 cm) of non­combustible countertop to support the unit and a minimum of 6”
(15.2 cm) clearance on all sides of the drop-in for proper air
circulation.

• Drop-in case requires a minimum of 80 square inches for fresh air
intake and a minimum of 80 square inches for exhaust. Customer
supplied louvers must be installed in the surrounding cabinet to
ensure adequate ventilation. One intake and one discharge louver are
required. Preferred louver location is the short ends of the cabinet.

6" (15.2)

6" (15.2)

Customer Side

6" (15.2)

4"

(10.2)

4"

(10.2)

Preferred

4"

(10.2)

Alternate

Installation

1. Choose a flat, level countertop for the mounting surface.

2. Measure the area for the cutout. See above drawing.

Display Cabinet A

36" 34" (86.3 cm)
48" 45" (114.3 cm)
60" 58" (147.3 cm)

3. Seal the base of the unit to the countertop with food-grade silicone
seal.

4. Plug the equipment into a properly grounded electrical supply
matching the nameplate rating. Damage to the equipment can occur
if incorrect power is supplied to equipment.

NOTICE: Using a voltage other than the nameplate rated voltage

5. After the installation is complete the thin breather wires on the top of
the side glass panels may be trimmed and crimped closed.

will cause damage to the unit. Incorrect voltage,
modification to the power cord or electrical components
can damage unit and will void the warranty.

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS

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B

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set

A Main Power Switch. Illuminated switch turns the power ON or

C

E

D

A

OFF to the equipment.

B Light Switch. Switches the lights ON or OFF.
C Multi-Function Button. Depending on the mode this button

turns the power ON or OFF to the controller or increases the
temperature.

D Multi-Function Button. Depending on the mode this button

activates the defrost function or decreases the temperature.

E Set Button. Switches the temperature setting mode ON or OFF.
F Display. Displays the current temperature or the temperature

being programed.

G Compressor Cycle Light. Illuminates steadily when the

compressor is running. Flashes when the compressor is in the
delay cycle, this lasts for about two minutes and is a normal part
of compressor cycling.

H Defrost Light. Flashes when the equipment is in the defrost

mode.

I Glass Heater Switch. Available on countertop display cases

with only operator side access. Not available on drop-in cases or
cases with customer-side (self-serve) access. Switches the
glass defrost ON or OFF.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Keep water and other liquids from entering the inside of the
equipment. Liquid inside the equipment could cause an
electrical shock.

Do not spray the unit or controls with water or cleaning products.
Liquid could contact the electrical components and cause a short
circuit or an electrical shock. Do not use unit if power cord is damaged
or has been modified.

NOTICE: Before using, clean this equipment as described in the

NOTICE: Allow the display case to chill for approximately 30

NOTICE: Food must be prepared and placed in display cases at

NOTICE: Monitor food temperature closely for food safety. The

Bottom Shelf Weight Capacity

Weight must be distributed evenly over the bottom shelf.

CLEANING section of this document.

minutes before placing food into the case.

proper serving temperatures. This equipment is not
intended or designed to cool or chill food. Regularly check
the food temperature.

United States Public Health Service recommends that hot
food be held at a minimum of 140 ºF (60 ºC) to help prevent
bacteria growth.

36" models 48" models 60" models

40 lbs.

(18.1 Kg)

48 lbs.

(21.7 Kg)

55 lbs.

(24.9 Kg)

Prepared, Cold Food Display Use

1. Switch the main power switch to the ON position.

2. Switch the light switch to the ON position if desired.

Turn on the Controller

Press and hold the multi-function button for three seconds. When the
display shows a temperature, the controller is ON and will refrigerate.

Set the Temperature

1. Press and hold the set button for two seconds. The controller is now
switched ON. The display flashes the programmed temperature.

2. To adjust the temperature, press the multi-function button to
increase the temperature, or press the down button to decrease the
temperature.

3. Press the set button. The number display is constant, showing the
current temperature.

4. The unit will now operate to the set temperature.

5. Allow the display case to chill for approximately 30 minutes before
placing food into the case.

Glass Heater (defrost) Function

1. Switch the glass heater switch to the ON position.

2. When glass has defrosted, switch the glass defrost switch to the OFF
position.

Case Defrost Function

1. Press and hold the multi-function button for three seconds. The
defrost cycle will begin and the defrost light will flash. The defrost
cycle takes approximately two hours.

2. To manually stop, press and hold the multi-function button for three
seconds. The defrost cycle will end.

Ambient Temperature, Non-Chilled Display Use

1. Turn the controller to the OFF mode.

2. Press and hold the multi-function button for three seconds. When
the number display flashes “OFF”, the controller is in the OFF mode
and will not refrigerate. The unit may be used for ambient
temperature display.

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To maintain the appearance and increase the service life, clean your

CLEANING

equipment daily.

1. Unplug the equipment.

2. Use a damp cloth or sponge dipped in soapy water to clean the
equipment; rinse and dry thoroughly.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Keep water and other liquids from entering the inside of the
equipment. Liquid inside the equipment could cause an

3. A high quality non-toxic glass cleaner may be used to clean the glass
components of the unit.

4. Periodically remove the rear panel and clean the coil fins with a stiff
brush.

electrical shock.

Do not spray the unit or controls with water or cleaning products.
Liquid could contact the electrical components and cause a short

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

circuit or an electrical shock. Do not use unit if power cord is damaged
or has been modified.

Have a qualified person clean the condenser coils, evaporator and fans
twice a year or as necessary.

NOTICE: Do not use cleaning products containing aggressive

chemicals, acids, or that contain chlorine.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Might be Caused By Course of Action

Faulty outlet. Have a qualified person replace the outlet.

No power to the equipment.

Compressor does not run.

Compressor runs, temperature inside
too warm.

Circuit breaker tripped. Reset the circuit breaker.
Compressor in “delay” cycle. Wait two minutes for compressor to run.
Faulty controller.
Faulty compressor.

Have a qualified person repair the equipment.
Faulty compressor starter or
capacitor.

Ambient temperature too high. Lower ambient temperature.
Excessive ice/frost build up on

evaporator.

Use manual defrost function.

Faulty controller.

Use manual defrost function.Dirty or faulty condenser fan.
Dirty or faulty evaporator fan.

SERVICE AND REPAIR

Serviceable parts are available on Vollrath.com.
To avoid serious injury or damage, never attempt to repair the unit or

replace a damaged power cord yourself. Do not send units directly to
The Vollrath Company LLC. Please contact Vollrath Technical Services
for instructions.

When contacting Vollrath Technical Services, please be ready with the
item number, model number (if applicable), serial number, and proof of
purchase showing the date the unit was purchased.

The Vollrath Company, L.L.C. Headquarters
1236 North 18th Street
Sheboygan, Wisconsin
53081-3201 USA
Main Tel: [phone] or 920-457-4851
Main Fax: [phone] or 920-459-6573
Canada Customer Service: 800-695-8560
Tech Services: [e-mail]
www.vollrath.com

Vollrath Europe BV
Beneluxbaan 7
5121 AD RIJEN
The Netherlands
[phone]

WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR THE VOLLRATH CO.
L.L.C.

This warranty does not apply to products purchased for personal,
family or household use, and The Vollrath Company LLC does not offer
a written warranty to purchasers for such uses.

The Vollrath Company LLC warrants the products it manufactures or
distributes against defects in materials and workmanship as specifically
described in our full warranty statement. In all cases, the warranty runs
from the date of the end user’s original purchase date found on the
receipt. Any damages from improper use, abuse, modification or
damage resulting from improper packaging during return shipment for
warranty repair will not be covered under warranty.

For complete warranty information, product registration and new
product announcement, visit www.vollrath.com.

Vollrath of China
Vollrath Shanghai Trading Limited
23A, Time Square Plaza | 500
Zhang Yang Road
Pudong, Shanghai 200122
Tel: [phone]

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2016 The Vollrath Company L.L.C. Part No. 2350087-1 ml 6/27/16

Vollrath de Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V.
Periferico Sur No. 7980 Edificio 4-E
Col. Santa Maria Tequepexpan
45600 Tlaquepaque, Jalisco | Mexico
Tel: [phone]
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