Congratulations on your purchase of a Perlick residential refrigeration product. Perlick has taken its expertise
and experience into creating the highest quality and
most innovative residential products on the market.
Perlick’s product oering 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 Refrigerated Cabinet model. 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. First, as you
follow these Installation and Operation instructions,
take particular note of the DANGER!, CAUTION! and
WARNING! symbols when they appear. This information is important for the safe and ecient 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.
PLEASE RECORD YOUR MODEL’S INFORMATION
Whenever you call to request information or service, you will need
to know your model number and serial number. You can nd this
information on the serial and identication plate located on the
inside ceiling of your unit and on the warranty registration card.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD
The package containing this manual also includes your warranty
registration information. Warranty coverage begins on the date
your Perlick unit was originally purchased.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Take a moment to read through the
included warranty statement and complete and mail the Warranty
Registration Card as soon as possible to validate the registration
date. An alternative method of completing the Warranty Registration can be accomplished online at www.perlick.com
If you do not complete your Warranty Registration Card on-line or
return via U.S. mail, Perlick will use the date of sale as the rst date
of warranty for your new Refrigerated Cabinet. Please record the
purchase date of your Perlick product and your dealer’s name, address and telephone number.
MODEL NUMBER: __________________________________
SERIAL NUMBER: __________________________________
PURCHASE DATE: __________________________________
DEALER NAME & ADDRESS:
__________________________________________________
WARNING
Indicates a hazard may cause serious injury or
death if precautions are not followed.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazard where minor injury or product
damage may occur if you do not follow instructions.
Once the unit is completely installed, we suggest you
keep this manual and purchasing documentation in a
safe place for future reference. Should problems occur:
refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual. The
information will help you quickly identify a problem
and get it remedied. In the event you require assistance, please contact the dealer where you purchased
your unit.
YOUR MODEL’S INFORMATION ...........................................................................................................................................3
TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................................................................................................................................. 4
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS ....................................................................................................................................................... 5
24” SIGNATURE SERIES DIMENSIONS ..........................................................................................................................6
48” SIGNATURE SERIES DIMENSIONS ..........................................................................................................................7
72” SIGNATURE SERIES DIMENSIONS ..........................................................................................................................8
PREPARING THE SPACE ........................................................................................................................................................... 9
UNPACKING AND MOVING ...................................................................................................................................................9
FIGURE 4. SINGLE DOOR ANTITIP LAYOUT .................................................................................................................10
TOE PLATE INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................................................................13
FIGURE 7. TOE PLATE INSTALLATION ..............................................................................................................................13
DOOR OPTIONS .......................................................................................................................................................................14
DOOR REVERSING INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................................................................15
INSTALLATION OF WOOD OVERLAYS .............................................................................................................................16
FIGURE 11. WOODEN WINE RACK TRIM DESIGN........................................................................................................24
OPERATION
24” SIGNATURE SERIES OPERATION ...........................................................................................................................25
48” SIGNATURE SERIES OPERATION ...........................................................................................................................25
72” SIGNATURE SERIES OPERATION...........................................................................................................................25
TEMPERATURE CONTROL ....................................................................................................................................................26
TEMPERATURE CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS ............................................................................................................2729
CHART 1. PRODUCT TEMPERATURE SET POINTS AND RANGES .........................................................................30
CHECKING PRODUCT TEMPERATURE ............................................................................................................................31
GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................................................3234
DANGER
Risk of child entrapment, before you throw away
your old refrigerator or freezer, take o the doors
and leave shelves in place so that children may not
easily climb inside.
DANGER
Altering, cutting of the power cord, or removal of
the power cord, removal of power plug, or direct
wiring can cause serious injury, re and/or loss of
property and/or life and will void the warranty.
WARNING
Never attempt to repair or perform mainte-
nance 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 drawers, shelves
or doors as steps or to support more than they
were designed to support.
pensate for oor dierences exceeding
½-inch.
• When moving unit into position, take care
to protect oor surface with cardboard,
rugs, etc.
• Never attempt to move unit without the aid
of at least one other person.
• Always secure door shut prior to moving
the unit
Finished Opening Requirements
24” Signature Series
• Height:
34-3/8” minimum, 35-1/2” maximum
• Depth: 24”
• Width: 24”
48” Signature Series
• Height:
34-3/8” minimum, 35-1/2” maximum
CAUTION
Do not lift unit by drawer or door handles.
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 airow can cause unit to
malfunction, and may void the warranty.
CAUTION
Use only genuine Perlick replacement parts. Imitation parts
can damage the unit, and may void the warranty.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
General
• Depth: 24”
• Width: 48”
72” Signature Series
• Height:
34-3/8” minimum , 35-1/2” maximum
• Depth: 24”
• Width: 72”
• All electrical instructions assume that outlet
is located 4 to 10 inches from the oor
• Floor must be level in area of installation.
Leg levelers are used for ne-tune adjustment only and should not be used to com-
Make sure that the opening where the Perlick
cabinet(s) is/are to be installed is properly prepared.
Refer to Figure 1, 2 and 3 to ensure the space dimensions and electrical service are correct for the models
to be installed.
CAUTION
If cabinet is being installed under a counter top it is recommended that the counter top be supported by structure
other than the refrigerated cabinet to prevent damage to the
counter top.
IMPORTANT NOTE: For a cabinet door to operate
properly, the door must open a minimum of 94°. Use
a minimum 3-inch ller in corner installations to assure
a 94° door opening. Allow 24” clearance in front of the
unit for full door swing, shelf pull-out or drawer pullout.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Make sure the oor under the unit
is level with the surrounding nished oor. Protect a
nished oor with plywood, cardboard or some other
suitable material before moving the unit into place.
Failure to do this may result in damage to the oor.
PREPARING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
A 115 volt, 60Hz, 15 amp circuit breaker and electrical
supply are required. A separate circuit is required for
each Perlick unit installed.
Follow the National Electrical Code and local codes
and ordinances when installing the receptacle.
All Perlick units come equipped with a NEMA 5-15P 90°
plug with a minimum of 5-feet of cord extending beyond the rear of the cabinet. The electrical outlet must
be ush with or recessed into the back wall.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Never use an extension cord to
extend the power cord to the electrical receptacle.
Never use a two-prong grounding adapter.
Never use extension cord to connect power to the
unit.
Where a two-prong wall receptacle is encountered or
a longer power cord is required, contact a qualied
electrician to have it replaced in accordance with applicable electrical codes.
DANGER
Failure to comply with the above electrical guidelines
may result in possible injury/death/re or loss of property.
UNPACKING AND MOVING
CAUTION
Do not cut cardboard sleeve covering the unit. Cutting
may result in damage to the exterior of the cabinet.
1. Uncrate the unit outside on a at level surface. Remove the cardboard sleeve by removing the banding holding the sleeve to the
shipping base. Carefully lift the cardboard
sleeve up over the top of the unit.
2. Carefully lift unit o base and onto a hand
truck or dolly (this should be done with a
minimum of two people; larger units may
require additional helpers). Make sure unit
is balanced on transporting device. Secure
unit to transporting device using soft, exible
strapping. Protect unit surfaces with cloth
material where strapping contacts unit.
3. Before moving unit, secure door to unit with
tape to the door closed.
4. Carefully move unit to installation site and
place in front of opening.
WARNING
A minimum of two people should lift the unit of the
base to prevent possible personal injury.
DANGER
ELECTROCUTION HAZARD!!
Electrical grounding required. This appliance is
equipped with a three prong (grounding) polarized
plug for your protection against possible shock hazards.
Never remove the round grounding prong from
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 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 modication to provide a secure surface for attaching the brackets. Refer to
Figure 4, 5 and 6 for mounting bracket locations
IMPORTANT NOTE: If installing on a concrete
oor, concrete fasteners are required and not
included with the anti-tip kit.
CAUTION
Any nished ooring should be protected with
appropriate material to avoid damage from moving the unit.
measurement. Using an adjustable wrench or pliers,
turn legs counterclockwise to raise the unit or clockwise to lower the unit
4. Slide the cabinet into position, making sure
the rear cabinet leveling legs slide under the anti-tip
devices. Push the cabinet into the opening until the
bottom front edge of the cabinet is ush with the
surrounding cabinetry or the leveling legs are tight
with the anti-tip devices.
If unit has been laid on its back or sides, place unit
upright and allow minimum of 24 hours before connecting power.
Re-install the doors by removing the upper pivot pin
completely, sliding the door onto the lower pivot pin
and re-installing the upper pivot pin and fastening
tightly. Before moving the unit, make sure the door is
secured to the cabinet (tape may be required to hold
the doors closed).
1. Plug the unit into the 15 amp grounded outlet located in the installation opening. With power
applied to the unit, check that the lighting and cooling function operate properly, then turn o power to
the wall outlet at the circuit breaker.
WARNING
Shut o power to the wall outlet before installing
into the opening.
2. Check that the following are level and square:
• Front face and interior opening
• Installation opening and oor surface
•Countertop bottom front edge
IMPORTANT NOTE: Leveling legs should not be
extend more than ¾” from bottom of the cabinet.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The oor under the unit must
be at the same level as the surrounding nished
oor.
3. If all surfaces are level:
a.Measure from the oor to the bottom of the
front edge of the countertop
b. Measure the rear of the unit cabinet from the
oor to top of cabinet, at back corners
c. Adjust rear legs so B measurement equals A
IMPORTANT NOTE: The rear cabinet leveling legs
must be engaged under the anti-tip brackets.
5. Shim the front of the unit so the front face is
ush with 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 NOTE: If countertop is not resting entirely on unit top, shim the countertop to prevent
damage to the countertop.
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 the cabinet to ensure the cabinet is level. Re-install all shelving and drawers. Take extreme care to insert sliding
shelving and sliding drawers squarely into slide
brackets and proper slide bracket grooves. When
sliding shelving and drawers are installed properly a
click should be heard from both slide bracket retaining clips and should slide smoothly in the tracks.
When sliding shelving or drawers are pulled out to
full extension a stop is activated to prevent additional pull-out.
CAUTION
Improper shelving or drawer installation may not
actuate slide stop mechanism.