Perlick HB24RS4 Undercounter Refrigerator Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- Perlick
Table of Contents
- Perlick HB24RS4 Undercounter Refrigerator
- GENERAL INFORMATION
- SAFETY
- HC Series Size and Specifications
- Refrigerant
- Preparing the Cabinet for Use
- USE & OPERATION
- INSTALLING ANTI-TIP BRACKETS
- SEALING THE CABINET
- PREPARING THE CABINET
- ADJUSTING FULL EXTENSION SHELVING
- OPERATION
- SELECTING APPLICATIONS
- Maintenance
- STAINLESS STEEL CARE & CLEANING
- Recommended Cleaners for Specific Situations
- Troubleshooting
- Wiring Diagram
- Product/Service/Warranty Information
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
Perlick HB24RS4 Undercounter Refrigerator
GENERAL INFORMATION
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a Perlick commercial underbar product. This manual has been prepared to assist you in the installation of your cabinet and to acquaint you with its operation and maintenance. This manual has been prepared to assist you in the installation of your under-counter refrigerator and to acquaint you with its operation and maintenance. We dedicate considerable time to ensuring that our products provide the highest level of customer satisfaction. If service is required, your dealer can provide you with a list of qualified service agents. For your own protection, never return merchandise for credit without our approval. We thank you for selecting a Perlick product and assure you of our continuing interest in your satisfaction.
Warranty
To register your product, visit our website at www.perlick.com. Click on “Commercial”, then “Service”. Click on the link “Warranty Registration Form”. You must complete and submit this form or the installation date will revert back to the ship date. Please record the purchase date and the dealer’s name, address, and telephone number below.
SAFETY
PLEASE READ all instructions completely before attempting to install or
operate the unit. Take particular note of the DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION
information in the manual. The information is important for the safe and
efficient 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.
WARNING Indicates a hazard MAY cause serious injury or death if
precautions are not followed.
CAUTION Indicates a hazard where minor or moderate injury may occur if
precautions are not followed.
NOTICE Indicates that property damage may occur if warnings or
instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT! Read and understand all information in this manual before
attempting the installation. All plumbing and electrical work must be
performed by a qualified technician and conform to all applicable state and
local codes.
HC Series Size and Specifications
MODEL NO. | HC24RS4 | HC24FS4 | HC24WS4 |
---|---|---|---|
CABINET DIMENSIONS | Length Ins. (mm) | 23-7/8” (606) | 23-7/8” (606) |
23-7/8” (606)
Depth Ins. (mm)| 24” (610)| 24” (610)| 24” (610)
Height Ins. (mm)| 34” (864)| 34” (864)| 34” (864)
SHIP WEIGHT LBS. (KG)| 185 (83)| 195 (88)| 205 (92)
*CAPACITY CU. FT. (L.) [PRODUCT]| 5.3 (150) [5 cases]| 5.3 (150) [86
glasses]| 5.3 (150) [40 wine bottles]
SHELVING**| 2 black vinyl-coated full-extension shelves (adjustable)| 2
black vinyl-coated full-extension shelves (adjustable)| 5 black vinyl-coated
full-extension wine shelves that hold 8 wine bottles each (750 ml.)
(adjustable)
Refrigerator & beverage shelving available
TEMPERATURE SETTINGS F°(C)| 34° (1.1) – 42° (5.6)
Factory Set Point 36° (2.2°)
| -10°(-23.3) – 10°(-12.2)
Factory Set Point 0° (-17.8°)
| 40°(4.4°) – 68°(20)
Factory Set Point 55° (12.8)
TAPPING| Centered over door only.
The tapping option removes shelving.
| Not available| Not available
CABINET CONSTRUCTION (INT.)| Interior Stainless Steel
CABINET CONSTRUCTION (EXT.)| Exterior Sides, Exterior Top and Grill
Stainless Steel Exterior Back and Exterior Bottom Galvanized
Door Exterior Customer Choice (see below under ‘Customer Options’)
CABINET INSULATION| Polyurethane-Ecomate. Wall Thickness -2” Door,
Drawer Thickness -2” (solid stainless steel only)
DOORS, HINGING & HARDWARE| Number of Doors 1 Opening Style
Hinged (Left or Right) Door Style Solid or Glass
Door Swing Clearance 25” (635) Locks Available (factory installed)
CONDENSING UNIT| Condenser Access Front
REFRIGERATION| Refrigerant R600a Expansion Device Capillary Tube
Type w/Hermetic Compressor Defrost Chiller equipped with w/automatic
4-hour hot gas to defrost cycle and manual 6-hour defrost with auto restart
(HC24FS model only)
HEAT REJECTION (at 75°F ambient)| 450 BTU/hr| 700 BTU/hr| 450 BTU/hr
PLUMBING| None required. Moisture drains to the self-evaporating
condensate pan
ELECTRICAL| Electrical Supply 115V/60 Hz/1 Phase Running Load
Amps HC24FS4: 2.4/HC24RS4 & HC24WS4: 1.6 Cord Connection Cord Connected
(3-prong 6’ NEMA 5-15P) Thermostat Digital Lighting Type LED
VENTILATION| Front-vented
CUSTOMER OPTIONS| Door Finishes Black Vinyl/Field Laminate (B),
Stainless Steel (S), Glass w/ Black Vinyl/Field Laminate (G), Glass w/
Stainless Steel Frame (T), Stainless Steel Drawers (E), Black Vinyl/Field
Laminate Drawers (D) Door Handle Options 24” full-length stainless steel,
Classic 6” chrome w/black vinyl grip, tab handle (top mount, stainless steel)
NOTE: Glass option not available for freezer or beer dispenser
ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES| Casters 3.75” (Part No. 66736) Legs 4”-5” (Part No. 66734), 6”-7.25” (Part. No 66735)
Product capacity based on 12 oz. long neck bottles (Refrigerator), 3” diameter
glass size (Freezer), and 750 ml. wine bottles (Wine Reserve)
NOTE: This equipment is intended for the storage and display of non-
potentially hazardous bottled or canned products only!
HB Series Size and Specifications
MODEL NUMBERS | HB24RS4 | HB24FS4 | HB24BS4 | HB24WS4 |
---|---|---|---|---|
MODEL DESCRIPTION | Refrigerator | Freezer | Beverage Center | Wine Reserve |
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
| Width – in. (mm)| 23-7/8 (606)| 23-7/8 (606)| 23-7/8 (606)| 23-7/8
(606)
Depth – in. (mm)| 24 (610)| 24 (610)| 24 (610)| 24 (610)
Height – in. (mm)| 32 (813)| 32 (813)| 32 (813)| 32 (813)
OPENING DIMENSIONS
| Width – in. (mm)| 24 (610)| 24 (610)| 24 (610)| 24 (610)
Depth – in. (mm)| 24 (610)| 24 (610)| 24 (610)| 24 (610)
Height – in. (mm)| 32-1/8 (816)| 32-1/8 (816)| 32-1/8 (816)| 32-1/8
(816)
INTERNAL VOLUME Net. Cu. Ft. (L)| 4.8 (136)| 4.8 (136)| 4.8 (136)| 4.8
(136)
SHIPPING WEIGHT Lbs. (kg.)| 195 (88)| 195 (88)| 195 (88)| 195 (88)
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Electrical Supply| 115 VAC/60 Hz/1 Ph| 115 VAC/60 Hz/1 Ph| 115 VAC/60
Hz/1 Ph| 115 VAC/60 Hz/1 Ph
Running Load Amps| 1.6| 2.4| 1.6| 1.6
Electrical Connection| Cord connected| Cord connected| Cord connected|
Cord connected
Cord Plug Type| NEMA 5-15P| NEMA 5-15P| NEMA 5-15P| NEMA 5-15P
Cord Length| 6’| 6′| 6′| 6′
Defrost Initiation| Automatic| Automatic| Automatic| Automatic
Defrost Type| Off-cycle| Hot Gas| Off-cycle| Off-cycle
Thermostat| Digital| Digital| Digital| Digital
Lighting Type| LED| LED| LED| LED
REFRIGERATION SPECIFICATIONS
| Refrigerant| R600a (50g)| R600a (60g)| R600a (50g)| R600a (50g)
Expansion Device| Capillary Tube| Capillary Tube| Capillary Tube|
Capillary Tube
Temperature Settings F (C)| 34° (1.1) – 42° (5.6)
Factory Set Point 36°(2.2°)
| -10° (-23.3) – 10°(-12.2)
Factory Set Point 0° (-17.8)
| 34° (1.1) – 48° (8.9)
Factory Set Point 42°(5.6°)
| 40° (4.4) – 68° (20)
Factory Set Point 55°(12.8°)
Heat Rejection| 450BTU/hr| 700BTU/hr| 450BTU/hr| 450BTU/hr
Front Vented| Yes| Yes| Yes| Yes
PLUMBING| None Required| None Required| None Required| None Required
AVAILABLE DOOR/DRAWER STYLES| HB24RS4| HB24FS4| HB24BS4|
HB24WS4
---|---|---|---|---
Solid Black Vinyl/Field Laminate (Lock Optional)| X| X| X|
X
Solid Stainless Steel (Lock Optional)| X| X| X| X
Glass w/Black Vinyl/Field Laminate (Lock Optional)| X| | X|
X
Glass w/Stainless Steel (Lock Optional)| X| | X| X
Drawers Solid Black Vinyl/Field Laminate (Lock INCLUDED)| X| X|
|
Drawers Stainless Steel (Lock INCLUDED)| X| X| |
Doors/Drawers can be finished with wood overlay panels (by others). Contact
Perlick for drawing templates.
Perlick is committed to continuous improvement. Therefore, we reserve the
right to change specifications without prior notice
HD Series Size and Specifications
MODEL NO. | HD24RS4 | HD24WS4 |
---|---|---|
CABINET DIMENSIONS | Length Ins. (mm) | 23-7/8” (606) |
Depth Ins. (mm) | 18” (457) | 18” (457) |
Height Ins. (mm) | 32” (813) | 32” (813) |
SHIP WEIGHT LBS. (KG) | 185 (83) | 185 (83) |
CAPACITY CU. FT. (L.) | 3.1 (88) | 3.1 (88) |
SHELVING | 2 black vinyl-coated full-extension shelves (adjustable) | 4 |
black vinyl-coated full-extension wine shelves (adjustable). Each wine shelf
holds 5 (750 ml) wine bottles.
CABINET CONSTRUCTION (INT.)| Interior Stainless Steel
CABINET CONSTRUCTION (EXT.)| Exterior Sides, Exterior Top Stainless
Steel Exterior Back Galvanized Door Exterior Customer Choice (see below under
‘Customer Options’)
CABINET INSULATION| Polyurethane-Ecomate. Wall Thickness-2” Door, Drawer
Thickness-2” (solid stainless steel only)
DOORS, HINGING & HARDWARE| Number of Doors 1 Opening Style Hinged (Left
or Right) Door Style Solid or Glass Door Swing Clearance 25” (635) Locks
Available (factory installed)
CONDENSING UNIT| Condenser Access Front
REFRIGERATION| Refrigerant R600a (50g) Expansion Device Capillary Tube
Type w/ Hermetic Compressor
HEAT REJECTION AT 75°F AMBIENT| 350 BTU/hr
PLUMBING| None required. Moisture drains to the self-evaporating
condensate pan
ELECTRICAL| Electrical Supply 115V/60 Hz/1 Phase Running Load Amps 1.6
Cord Connection Cord Connected (3-prong 6’ NEMA 5-15P) Thermostat Electro-
Mechanical Lighting Type Incandescent
TEMPERATURE SETTINGS F°(C°)| Temp. Range 34° (1.1°) – 42° (5.6°)
Factory Temp. Setting 36°(2.2°)
| Temp. Range 40° (4.4°) – 68° (20°)
Factory Temp. Setting 55° (12.8°)
CUSTOMER OPTIONS| Door Finishes Black Vinyl/Field Laminate (B), Stainless Steel (S), Glass w/ Black Vinyl/Field Laminate (G), Glass w/ Stainless Steel Frame (T), Black Vinyl/Field Laminate Drawers (D) Door Handle Options 24” full-length stainless steel, Classic 6” chrome w/black vinyl grip, tab handle (top mount, stainless steel)
NOTE: Glass option not available for freezer
ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES| Door Locks (Castors and Legs: Not Applicable)
Product capacity based on 12 oz. long neck bottles (Refrigerator), 3” diameter
glass size (Freezer), and 750 ml. wine bottles (Wine Reserve)
NOTE: This equipment is intended for the storage and display of non-
potentially hazardous bottled or canned products only!
Refrigerant
DANGER Take caution when handling, moving, and using the product to avoid
damaging the refrigerant tubing or increasing the risk of a leak
WARNING All service work shall be performed by factory-authorized service
personnel and all component parts shall be replaced with like components to
minimize the risk of possible ignition due to incorrect parts or improper
service.
CAUTION If service is necessary, repair work must be performed by a
Perlick authorized servicer. Work done by unqualified individuals could
potentially be dangerous and will void the warranty.
NOTICE This product contains blown foam insulation using blowing agent
R-611 (Methyl Formate). The foam in this product does not contain HFCs, CFCs,
or HCFCs. All models covered in this user manual are manufactured
using refrigerant R600a (Isobutane). R600a is a hydrocarbon. This refrigerant
is flammable and is only allowed for use in appliances with fulfilling the
requirements of UL471, or UL/IEC 60335-1 and UL/IEC 60335-2-89. (To cover
potential risk originating from the use of flammable refrigerants).
Consequently, R600a is only allowed to be used in refrigerating appliances
with are designed for this refrigerant and fulfill the above-mentioned
standard.
- R600a is heavier than air. The concentration will always be highest at the floor level.
- The explosion limits are as follows:
- Lower Limit: 1.8% by volume
- Upper Limit: 8.4% by volume
- Ignition Temperature: 460°C
Preparing the Cabinet for Use
UNCRATING AND INSPECTION
Remove all crating material before operating. Carefully inspect the cabinet
for hidden damage. If damage is discovered, file your claim immediately with
the transport company. Perlick is not responsible for damage in transit.
DANGER Do not use or store flammable liquids (ie; gasoline) or vapors
near the appliance to avoid fire.
INSTALLATION
NOTICE The unit must NOT be totally enclosed or damage may occur. Air
circulation must not be restricted. The condenser at the cabinet front must be
provided with a minimum of two inches air space. Be sure to provide access so
the front cover can be removed to clean the condenser.
NOTICE If the unit has been laid on its back or sides, place the unit
upright and allow a minimum of 24 hours before connecting power. Failure to
follow this procedure may damage the compressor and void the warranty.
NOTICE Use care when handling, moving, and using the product to avoid
damaging the refrigerant tubing or increasing the risk of a leak.
ELECTRICAL
For specifications, see the data plate located on the cabinet. Also, see the
wiring diagram located in this publication.
WARNING Inspect the electrical cord and plug for damage prior to
energizing the unit to avoid potential electric shock.
WARNING Use electrical grounding to avoid electrocution or electric
shock. This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) polarized plug
for your protection against possible shock hazards. Failure to use grounding
may result in death, serious injury, or property damage.
WARNING Never use an extension cord to connect the unit to the electrical
source. Do not use a two-prong adapter or remove the power cord ground prong.
Failure to use grounding may result in death, serious injury, or property
damage.
NOTICE Using any voltage other than specified will result in serious
damage to the unit.
USE & OPERATION
DANGER Do not use or store flammable liquids (ie; gasoline) or vapors
near the appliance to avoid fire.
WARNING To avoid contamination, use food-safe containers (not included)
for the storage of craft ice in the cabinet’s freezer compartment. This
equipment does not include a drain and is intended for use with craft ice and
other non-hazardous food stored in food-safe containers. Perlick recommends
the use of NSF food-certified containers.
CAUTION If service is necessary, repair work should be performed by
Perlickauthorized service personnel. Work done by unqualified individuals
could create dangerous conditions in unit that may result in serious injury or
death.
NOTICE The unit must NOT be totally enclosed or damage may occur.
REPAIR & MAINTENANCE
WARNING All service work shall be performed by Perlick-authorized
service personnel. All component parts shall be replaced with like components.
Incorrect parts or improper service may result in fire.
INSTALLING CASTERS OR LEGS (OPTIONAL)
Attach bracket assembly to the bottom of the cabinet base using the ¼”-20
Philips head machine screws provided. Attach casters or legs to the mounting
bracket with ¼” – 20 Philips head screws provided
NOTICE To comply with NSF requirements, the cabinet must be sealed to the
floor or on legs, casters, or rollers.
PLACING THE CABINET
To assure maximum performance, fresh air must be allowed to circulate through
the machinery compartment. Do not place anything in front of the cabinet that
would obstruct airflow at these grilles. Do not place the unit in an
unventilated small room.
NOTICE Cabinet should be leveled front to back then side to side.
INSTALLING ANTI-TIP BRACKETS
Unit may tip forward if loaded racks/shelves are all pulled out at the same time. To prevent tipping, and to provide stable installation, the unit must be secured in place with the anti-tip brackets supplied with the unit. The anti- tip brackets, when properly installed, should secure the rear legs/glides to the mounting surface and prevent the unit from tipping forward.
Please note:
- Anti-tip brackets are only used for stationary cabinets and should not be installed on cabinets with accessory casters. Caster kits are available for HC and HB model cabinets. Refer to the instructions supplied with the caster kit for proper installation.
- If installing on a concrete floor, concrete fasteners are required and not included with the anti-tip kit.
- Some installation sites may require modifications to provide a secure surface for attaching the brackets.
A set of anti-tip brackets is supplied with the unit. These brackets should be attached to the floor at the rear of the unit. Each bracket must be located to engage the rear glides when the cabinet is pushed back into position. Refer to Figure 1 (shown below) for anti-tip bracket mounting locations.
SEALING THE CABINET
NOTICE Finished flooring should be protected with appropriate material to
avoid damage from moving the unit.
NOTICE If the unit has laid on its back or sides, place the unit upright
and allow a minimum of 24 hours before connecting power.
NOTICE To prevent damage to the countertop and unit underneath, do not
place heavy objects on the countertop directly above the unit For sanitation
purposes, it may be necessary to seal the base of the cabinet to the floor.
This can be accomplished by laying a bead of silicone sealant between the base
of the cabinet and the floor as shown by the figure below. When sealing the
cabinet to the floor, make sure that the louvered front grille plate can still
be removed for condenser maintenance and cleaning Plug the unit into the 15amp
grounded outlet located in the installation opening. With power applied to the
unit, check that the lighting and cooling functions operate properly, then
turn off the power to the wall outlet at the circuit breaker. Check interior
door openings inside the unit to ensure the unit is level.
PREPARING THE CABINET
NOTICE To achieve maximum performance, interior louver openings and fan
guard openings should never be obstructed.
Refrigerator:
The refrigerator compartments come standard with black vinyl coated adjustable
full extension shelves.
Wine Reserve:
The two-door unit comes standard with 4 full extension wine shelves and six
full-extension black vinyl-coated wine shelves. The shelves are removable and
adjustable to accommodate oversized (magnum) bottles.
ADJUSTING FULL EXTENSION SHELVING
CAUTION Shelves should be emptied and free of any product prior to moving or adjusting. Pull the shelf out to its furthest position Locate the tabs in the middle of both extenders (see extender tabs below). Press tabs and pull out.
- Reposition each bracket separately. Grasp the middle of the bracket, pull the front end up and out, then forward to remove (See mounting brackets below).
- Place bracket at the desired position. Push the rear hook into the rear key slot. Set the front of the bracket on the wall hook.
- Repeat for another bracket (s).
- Push extenders completely into the unit. Align the shelf grooves with the extenders and slide them completely into the unit.
OPERATION
WARNING Before storing perishables, turn the unit on and allow it to
operate for a minimum of 24 hours to allow temperatures to stabilize.
NOTICE When loading items into the unit, do not block internal louvers
and fan guard openings or performance will be decreased. For optimal
performance, leave a minimum clearance of 1 inch between the loaded product
and any internal air openings.
NOTICE Always ensure that the manual light switch is in the OFF position
before closing a solid wood or stainless steel door. If a manual light switch
is left on for an extended period of time, it may increase the cabinet
temperature, and cause the refrigeration system to run harder.
Master Switch
These products come equipped with a master power switch located behind the
louvered toe kick. Remove the toe kick to turn the power on or off to the
unit.
Interior Light
Units are equipped with an interior light that illuminates when the door is
opened. All HC48 models come standard with adjustable blue and white LED
lighting (except for HC24FS & HB24FS models, which have default white LED
lights). The cabinet also comes equipped with a manual light switch for
displaying the products through a glass door.
Loading Product
Before storing perishables, turn the unit on and allow it to operate for a
minimum of 24 hours to allow temperatures to stabilize. When loading items
into the unit, leave a minimum of 1-inch clearance in front of internal
louvers and fan guard openings, blocking airflow will result in decreased
performance.
CHECKING PRODUCT TEMPERATURE
- To accurately check the temperature of the product stored in the refrigerated compartment, insert an accurate thermometer into a plastic unbreakable bottle, partially filled with water. Tighten the bottle cap securely.
- Place the bottle in the desired area for 24 hours. Refrain from opening the unit during the testing period. After 24 hours, check the temperature of the water. Adjust the temperature accordingly using the following procedures:
DIGITAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL
To display the Setpoint values press the key when the ‘SET’ label is
displayed. The Setpoint value appears on the display. To change the Setpoint
value, press the and keys within 15 seconds. Press to confirm the
modification. The condenser fan motor turns off and on with the compressor.
The evaporator fan motor runs continuously.
On/Off
Press the ON/OFF button to turn the unit on or off.
Key Combinations:
Press the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to lock and unlock the keyboard
Press the SET and DOWN arrow buttons simultaneously to enter programming mode.
Press the SET and UP arrow buttons simultaneously to return to the room
temperature display.
NOTE: Dependent on the model and configuration, the controllers have been programmed to only allow a temperature adjustment within a specified range. See the chart top right for the specified range allowed for your unit.
SELECTING APPLICATIONS
The procedure for loading one of the default applications is:
- At the start-up of the device, keep the key pressed: the label “AP1” will appear;
- Browse the various applications (AP1-AP2-AP3-AP4) using the and keys;
- Select the desired application using the key (“AP3” in the example) or cancel the procedure by pressing the key; alternatively, wait for the timeout;
- If the operation is successful, the display will show “y”, if not it will show “n”;
- After a few seconds, the instrument will return to the main display.
HC/HB/HD 24” Application Temperatures
Model| AP1| AP2| AP3
HB24FS HC24FS| Freezer (0°F)| N/A| N/A
HB24BS HB24RS HB24WS| Refrigerator (36°F)| Beverage Center (42°F)| Wine
Reserve (55°F)
HC24RS HC24WS| Refrigerator (36°F)| N/A| Wine Reserve (55°F)
HD24RS HD24WS| Refrigerator (36°F)| N/A| Wine Reserve (55°F)
HC48RS HC48WS| Refrigerator (36°F)| N/A| Wine Reserve (55°F)
HC24 24” C-Series
Model| Factory Temp Setpoint
HC24FS4| 0° F
HC24RS4| 36° F
HC24WS4| 55° F
HB24 24” ADA Compliant Series
Model| Factory Temp Setpoint
HB24FS4| 0° F
HB24RS4| 36° F
HB24BS4| 42° F
HB24WS4| 55° F
HD24 18” Shallow-Depth Series
Model| Factory Temp Setpoint
HD24RS4| 36° F
HD24WS4| 55° F
LED Functions
The following table describes LED functions
NOTE: An audible alarm will sound on any alarm condition. To silence the active alarm press and release any key on the controller. See the troubleshooting section for a description of alarm codes and resolutions.
Maintenance
WARNING Shut off the electricity to the unit before cleaning the
condenser and doing other routine maintenance.
CAUTION NEVER use hydrochloric acid (muriatic acid) on stainless steel.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or cloths on any interior or exterior surfaces or
removable parts.
CAUTION Avoid damaging or crushing the con denser fin or tubing.
STAINLESS STEEL CARE & CLEANING
General
Stainless steel is a “passive” metal because it contains other metals like
chromium, nickel, and manganese that stabilize the atoms. Chromium provides an
invisible passive film that covers the steel surface, acting as a shield
against corrosion. As long as the film is intact and not contaminated, the
metal is passive and stainless. If the passive film of stainless steel has
been broken, the equipment can start to corrode and rust.
Three materials or processes can break down stainless steel’s passive layer
and allow corrosion to occur:
- Mechanical abrasion
- Deposits and water
- Chlorides
Mechanical abrasion refers to items that will scratch a steel surface. Steel pads, wire brushes, and scrapers are prime examples. Water comes out of the faucet in varying degrees of hardness. Hard water may leave spots. When allowed to sit, these deposits will break down the passive chromium layer and rust stainless steel. Other deposits from food preparation must be promptly removed with an appropriate cleaning agent. Chlorides are found nearly everywhere. They are in water, food, and table salt. Household and industrial cleaners are the worst offenders.
Preventing Stainless Steel Rust
Use non-abrasive tools to clean stainless steel products. Soft cloths and plastic scouring pads will not harm the steel’s passive layer. Clean with polish lines. Some stainless steels have visible polishing lines or “grain”. When visible lines are present, always scrub in a motion parallel to the lines. When the grain cannot be seen, polish in a consistent straight pattern and not in a circular motion.
Use alkaline, alkaline chlorinated or non-chloride-containing cleaners. While many traditional cleaners are loaded with chlorides, the industry is providing an ever-increasing choice of non-chloride cleaners. If you are not sure of chloride content in the cleaner being used, contact your cleaner supplier. If your present cleaner contains chlorides, ask your supplier for an alternative.
Avoid cleaners containing quaternary salt; it also can attack stainless steel and cause pitting and rusting. Keep food equipment clean. Use alkaline, alkaline chlorinated or non-chloride cleaners at recommended strength. Clean frequently to avoid build-up of hard, stubborn stains. The single most likely cause of damage is chlorides in the water. Remember, adding heat to cleaners that contain chlorides dramatically increases their effect on stainless steel. If chlorinated cleaners are used, immediately rinse and wipe equipment and supplies dry.
The sooner you wipe standing water, especially when it contains cleaning agents, the better. After wiping the equipment down, allow it to air dry. Oxygen helps maintain the stainless steel passive film. Glass panels may be cleaned using any standard glass cleaner available on the market. To clean interior and exterior non-metallic surfaces and removable parts, wash with a mild solution of soap and lukewarm water with a little baking soda. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Avoid getting water on the lights, controllers, fan motors, and unfinished wood wine rack faces.
Defrosting the Unit
HB24FS4 models are equipped with a 6-hour evaporator automatic hot gas to defrost the system to allow maintenance-free operation of the cooling system. HC24FS4 models are equipped with a 6-hour evaporator automatic hot gas to defrost the system to allow maintenance-free operation of the cooling system. Additionally, there is a manual, momentary close switch (see Fig. 2) located to the left of the digital temperature control inside the cabinet that actuates a 6-hour long cabinet defrost to clear ice buildup on frosted or chilled glasses, mugs or plates.
To start the cabinet defrost, press and hold the momentary switch for at least 3 seconds until the digital controller display reads ‘dEF’ and the orange fan icon illuminates. After the 6-hour-long cabinet defrosts completes, the unit will automatically resume normal operation. All other models employ off-cycle defrost.
Cleaning the Condenser
DANGER Flammable Refrigerant. Risk of fire or explosion. Do not damage
refrigeration tubes.
The condenser (located behind the front grille cover) should be cleaned every
three (3) months. Use a soft bristle brush and vacuum to remove dust and lint.
Recommended Cleaners for Specific Situations
JOB | CLEANING AGENT | COMMENTS |
---|---|---|
Routine cleaning | Soap, ammonia, detergent | Apply with a sponge or soft |
cloth
Fingerprints and smears| Areal 20, Lac-O-Nu, Lumin Wash, O-Cedar Cream
Polish| Provides barrier film to minimize fingerprints. Can be used on all
finishes. Rub the surface with a cloth as directed on the package.
Stubborn stains and discolorations| AllChem Concentrated Cleaner, Samae,
Twinkle, Cameo Copper Cleaners, Grade FFF Italian Pumice Whiting, Steel
Bright, Lumin Cleaner, Zud Restore, Sta-Clean, Highlite Cooper’s Stainless
Steel Cleaner or Revere Stainless Steel Cleaner| Apply with a damp sponge or
cloth, then rinse with clear water and wipe dry.
Old Dutch, Lighthouse Sunbrite, Wyandotte Bab-O, Gold Dust, Appollo, Bon Ami
or Comet| For these household cleaners, rub with a damp cloth. They may
contain chlorine bleaches so rinse thoroughly after use and wipe dry.
Liquid NuSteel or Dubois Temp| For these products, rub the surface with a dry
cloth using only a small amount of cleanser. Rinse with water and dry.
Heat tint or heavy discoloration| Penny-Brite, Copper Brite, Paste Nu-
Steel, Dubois Temp or Tarnite| Rub onto the surface with a dry cloth
| Bar Keepers Friend, Revere Stainless Steel Cleaner, Allen Polish, Steel
Bright Wyandotte Bab-O or Zud| When using these cleaners, apply with a damp
sponge or cloth, rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.
Tenacious deposits, rust, discoloration, industrial atmospheric stains|
Oakie No. 33 Dilac, Texo NY, Flash-Klenz Caddy Cleaner, Turco Scale 4368 or
Permag 57| Swab and soak with a clean cloth. Let stand for 15 minutes or more
according to directions on the package, then rinse and wipe dry.
Rust discoloration or corrosion caused by cleaning agents containing
hydrochloric (muriatic) acid or chlorine bleach| 3M Scotch Pad, type A,
grade “fine”| Clean off the surface soil using the cleaning methods above.
Then rub discolored or corroded areas lightly with a dry pad.
The use of property names is intended only to indicate a type of cleaner and
does not constitute an endorsement. The omission of any proprietary cleaner
does not imply its inadequacy. All products should be used in strict
accordance with instructions on the package.
_NOTE: Do NOT use steel wool or scouring pads to clean stainless steel. _
Troubleshooting
DANGER Electrocution hazard! Never attempt to repair or perform
maintenance on the unit until the main electrical power has been disconnected.
If the unit appears to be malfunctioning, read through the OPERATION section
first, then check the guide below to identify and resolve the problem.
PROBLEM | RESOLUTION |
---|---|
The light stays on when the door is closed | The manual ON/OFF light |
switch is turned on.
Is the door switch making contact with the plunger?
Noisy during operation| Certain sounds are normal. Soft sounds from the
compressor, fan motor and valves will be heard.
The refrigerated cabinet isn’t running| Is there electrical power to the
unit?
Is the building circuit breaker or fuse on?
Is the control set properly?
Is the condenser area clean?
The refrigeration compartment is warmer than usual| Is the control set
properly?
Is the light staying on?
Is the condenser area clean and free of obstruction?
Has the door been open for a long time or has more frequently door opening
occurred?
Are internal louvers and fan guard openings obstructed?
The refrigerated compartment is cooler than usual| Is the control set
properly?
Is the door closing and sealing properly?
The refrigeration runs for long periods of time| Is the condenser area
clean and free of obstruction?
Has the door been open for a long time or has more frequently has door opening
occurred?
Has warm product just been placed in the unit?
On hot days and in warm room temperatures, the system will run longer.
Condensation forms inside the refrigerated compartments| This is normal
during high humidity and frequent door openings.
Are the doors closing and sealing properly?
Condensation forms on the outside of the unit| During periods of high
humidity, some condensation might appear on the outside surface. The
condensation will disappear when the humidity drops. Meanwhile, be sure doors
are closing and sealing properly. If condensation persists, contact your
Perlick Factory Authorized service center.
LED Controller display is flashing “E1” – Compartment temperature probe
error| Is the main compartment temperature probe firmly plugged into the
digital controller?
Contact Perlick Factory Authorized service center for replacement probe.
LED Controller display is flashing “E2” – Evaporator temperature probe
error| Is the main compartment temperature probe firmly plugged into the
digital controller?
Contact Perlick Factory Authorized service center for replacement probe.
LED Controller display is flashing “AH1” – High compartment temperature
alarm| Refer to the problem “The refrigeration compartment is warmer than
usual”
LED Controller display is flashing “AL1” – Low compartment temperature
alarm| Refer to the problem “The refrigeration compartment is cooler than
usual”
LED Controller display is flashing “OPd” – Open door alarm| Has the door
been open for longer than 1 minute?
Is the door fully closed?
Is the door plunger fully depressing the door switch (right side)?
Is the door switch harness firmly plugged into the digital controller?
Is there continuity across the ends of the door switch harness when the switch
is depressed?
Contact Perlick Factory Authorized service center for a replacement switch.
Wiring Diagram
Product/Service/Warranty Information
To Obtain Product Information
- Contact your selling dealer.
- Inquire on the web at www.perlick.com.
- Call 800-558-5592 for factory assistance for information, planning, installation or product information.
- Write Perlick Corporation, Customer Service Department, 8300 W. Good Hope Road, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53223.
- E-mail us at warrantyserv@perlick.com.
To Obtain Product Service, Replacement Parts or Accessories:
Use only genuine Perlick replacement parts and accessories. Genuine Perlick
parts and accessories are designed to work correctly with Perlick products and
offer superior service life. The use of non-Perlick parts can damage the unit
and may void the warranty. Check the model and a serial number of the unit
located on the label attached to the inside top of the cabinet. Call a Perlick
Factory Authorized service center. For the location of the nearest Service
Center, contact your dealer, or inquire via the web at
www.perlick.com, or write to Perlick Corporation,
Customer Service Department, 8300 W. Good Hope Road, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
53223, call 800-558-5592 or e-mail us
at: warrantyserv@perlick.com.
References
- Perlick Corporation - Commercial Refrigerator and Bar Equipment Supplier - Perlick Corporation
- Perlick Corporation - Commercial Refrigerator and Bar Equipment Supplier - Perlick Corporation
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