Perlick FR Series FR36RT-3-SS 36-Inch Stainless Steel Glass Froster and Plate Chiller User Manual

: June 4, 2024
: Perlick

Table of Contents

Perlick FR Series FR36RT-3-SS 36-Inch Stainless Steel Glass Froster and
Glass Frosters Installation & Operation Manual
GENERAL INFORMATION
Introduction
Warranty
SAFETY
IMPORTANT!
PREPARING THE CABINET – GLASS FROSTERS
Refrigerant

Perlick FR Series FR36RT-3-SS 36-Inch Stainless Steel Glass Froster and

Plate Chiller User Manual

Glass Frosters Installation & Operation Manual

JOB|
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AREA|
ITEM NO.|
MODEL NO.|
FR24 SERIES

FR36 SERIES
FR48 SERIES
FR60 SERIES

MODEL NUMBERS		FR24	FR36	FR48	FR60

EXTERIOR CABINET DIMENSIONS

| Length – in. (mm)| 24 (610)| 36 (914)| 48 (1219)| 60 (1524)
Depth – in. (mm)| 24 (610)| 24 (610)| 24 (610)| 24 (610)
Height – in. (mm)| 34-1/8 (866)| 34-1/8 (866)| 34-1/8 (866)| 34-1/8 (866)
INERNAL NET VOLUME – cubic ft. (liters)| 4.2 (118)| 8.6 (242)| 12.5 (353)| 16.3 (462)
PLATE CAPACITY | 135 Plates| 215 Plates| 300 Plates| 400 Plates
GLASS CAPACITY | 90 Glasses| 142 Glasses| 214 Glasses| 286 Glasses
W/ OPTIONAL THIRD SHELF| N/A| 172 Glasses| 273 Glasses| 363 Glasses
SHIPPING WEIGHT LBS. (KG.)| 190 (86)| 245 (111)| 300 (136)| 353 (160)
CABINET CONSTRUCTION (INTERIOR)| All models have stainless steel walls and floor.

CABINET CONSTRUCTION (EXTERIOR)

| Choice of black, stainless steel and all stainless.

Black Option: Front and ends are black vinyl coated steel, back and bottom are galvanized. Stainless Steel Option: Front and ends are stainless steel, back and bottom are galvanized. All Stainless Option: Front, ends, back and bottom are all stainless steel.

DOORS AND HARDWARE| Sliding style open. Stainless steel top and bottom panss. Die cast handle
PLUMBING| No drain required. Condensate evaporates automatically.
INSULATION| 2 inch foamed-in-place, environmentally friendly Ecomate® polyurethane insulation.
VENTILATION| 2’ model is front vented, all other models require 2” clearance from wall on either left end or back of cabinet for proper air flow.

TEMPERATURE SPECIFICATIONS

| Default Temperature Setpoint: Standard Temp (RT) Models – °F [°C]| 0 [-17.75]
Adjustable Setpoint Range: Standard Temp (RT) Models – °F [°C]| (-) 10 to (+)10 [-23.3 to -12.2]

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

REFRIGERATION SPECIFICATIONS

| Condensing Unit| Hermetic condensing unit pulls out for service and cleaning.
Expansion Device| Capillary Tube
Refrigerant| R290
Refrigerant Charge (g)| 80| 100| 100| 115
Compressor H.P.| 1/4| 1/4| 1/4| 1/4
Total Heat of Rejection At 75°F ambient (BTU/h)| 2980| 2980| 2980| 2980

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

| Flat shelving • Divider shelving • Roller basket shelving Set of 4 Adjustable legs (Multiple sizes available)

Set of 4 Casters w/ brakes (Multiple sizes available) • 2’, 3’, 4’,and 5’ Bottle Rail (field Installed)

GENERAL INFORMATION

Introduction

This manual has been prepared to assist you in the installation of your Glass Froster and to acquaint you with its operation and maintenance.
We dedicate considerable time to ensure that our products provide the highest level of customer satisfaction. If service is required, call Perlick at 1-800-777-7267 or your dealer who 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

Warranty

To register your product, visit our web site 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.
Model Number: _
Serial Number: _
Purchase Date:
Dealer Name & Address _
satisfaction.
_Phone Number __

SAFETY

PLEASE READ all instructions completely before attempting to install or operate the unit.
Take particular note of the DANGER, WARNING an 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 injury or product damage 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.

PREPARING THE CABINET – GLASS FROSTERS

Refrigerant

All models covered in this user manual are manufactured using refrigerant R290 (Propane). R290 is a hydrocarbon. This refrigerant is flammable and is only allowed for use in appliances which fulfill the requirements of UL 471 (To cover potential risk originated from the use of flammable refrigerants). Consequently, R290 is only allowed to be used in refrigerating appliances which are designed for this refrigerant and fulfill the above-mentioned standard.

R290 is heavier than The concentration will always be highest at floor level.
The explosion limits are as follows:
- Lower Limit: 7% by vol. (37 g/m3)
- Upper Limit: 5% by vol. (177 g/m3)
- Ignition Temperature: 470 °C

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 v CAUTION ignition due to incorrect parts or improper service. 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 Uncrating and Inspection Remove all crating material. Carefully inspect cabinet for hidden damage. If damage is discovered, file your claim immediately with the transport company. Perlick is not responsible for damage in transit.

This product contains blown foam insulation using blowing agent R-611 (Methyl Formate). The foam in this product does not contain HFC’s, CFC’s, or HCFC’s.

Plumbing

No plumbing connections are required. Condensate from the cooling coil automatically evaporated through a condensate pan located in the condensing unit section.

Electrical

CAUTION The cabinet must be connected to a separately fused power source (see Electrical Specification Plate affixed to unit) in accordance with National and Local electrical codes.
Do not attempt to operate the equipment on any other power source than that listed on the
Electrical Specification Plate.

**** Adjustable Partitions & Shelving

Perlick Glass Frosters may be provided with adjustable partitions and shelving which will accommodate various bottle sizes.

W h e n p l a c i n g g l a s s e s i n chiller make sure to ensure proper air flow between
When loading product into cabinet, care must be taken to avoid blocking airflow into and out of the Maintain at least 2” of clearance on evaporator air intake and exhaust for proper operation.

Installing Casters or Legs (optional)

Attach casters or legs to the cabinet bottom in holes provided. Use the supplied 1/4” – 20 hex head self-tapping machine screws. If unit is tipped on its back for an extended period of time, wait 24 hours after unit is uprighted to plug the unit in.

Placing the Cabinet

To assure maximum performance, fresh air must be allowed to circulate through the machinery compartment. It is important to allow at least two inched of clearance at the back or left end of the cabinet. Do not place anything in front of the cabinet that would obstruct air flow at these grilles. Do not place the unit in an unventilated small room.
CAUTION Removing the factory installed back clearance spacers without providing proper left side grill clearance for compressor air flow will void the warranty.

HOW TO OPERATE – GLASS FROSTERS

Cabinet should be leveled. 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 along the base of the cabinet as shown by the figure below (figure 1).

Temperature Control

A digital temperature control is located on the front face of the Glass Froster, above the condensing unit housing. It is factory set at approximately 0°F for standard refrigeration.

Digital Temperature Control

To display the Set point values press the key when the ‘SET’ label is displayed. The Set point value appears on the display. To change the Set point value, press the and keys within 15 seconds. Press to confirm the modification.
The condenser fan motor turns off and on with compressor. The evaporator fan motor runs continuously.

Figure 2: Digital Temperature Controller

Defrosting The System

This system consists of a six-hour, as well as a four hour defrost cycle. The six hour defrost cycle is manually activated and automatically terminated, while the four hour cycle is completely automatic.

The Six Hour Manual Defrost

The six hour manual defrost shuts off the power to the condensing unit, door frame heater, evaporator heater, and the automatic four hour defrost timer, while it supplies power to the evaporator fan. To activate the six hour defrost system, depress (and hold for 3 seconds) the defrost switch located next to the controller above the front grill of the cabinet. When the manual defrost cycle initiates a fan icon will appear on the controller display as well as “def” (figure 3a). When the defrost cycle ends, the cabinet resumes normal operation. To cancel a manual defrost cycle, momentarily turn off the electricity to the machine (unplug unit).

Figure 3a

The Four Hour Defrost Timer

This automatic defrost ensures that frost will not buildup on the evaporator coil. Every four hours it shuts down the condensing unit, box frame heater, evaporator fan and supplies power to the defrost element clamped to the bottom of the evaporator. When automatic defrost is initiated the controller will display a melting snowflake as well as “def” for the duration of the defrost (figure 3b).

Figure 3b

HOW TO OPERATE – GLASS FROSTERS

To manually initiate the automatic defrost cycle press and hold either the up or down arrows. The defrost cycle lasts for approximately 20 minutes followed by 2 minutes of drip time (where the evaporator fan shuts off to allow water to drip off the coil and drain before it can refreeze). (figure 3c).

Figure 3c

When the cycle is complete the unit will resume cooling operation shown on the controller with a snowflake and fan icon, however “def” will remain on the display screen until the next time the set point value is reached (figure 3d). During normal operation it is recommended that the doors are not left open to prevent excessive frost buildup on the coil.

Figure 3d

Cleaning the Condenser

DANGER Flammable Refrigerant. Risk of fire or explosion. Do not damage refrigeration tubes.
The condenser (located behind the front grille) should be inspected every 30 days, and cleaned, if Failure to keep the condenser clean will cause a loss in condensing unit efficiency, or compressor failure.

Cleaning the Doors

Doors should be periodically removed from the cabinet and inspected for a buildup of foreign materials, such as syrups, beer, Buildups on the underside of the doors, along with the cabinet breaker strips on which they ride, will cause them to bind, and therefore, not function as designed. If dirty, these surfaces should be cleaned with a mild detergent and water and then coated with an NSF certified silicone lubricating material.

To remove doors:

With door closed, lift it upward by its handle and slide forward until doors clears the cabinet top. Use the reverse procedure to reinstall the doors.

Cleaning the Cabinets

Use a damp cloth with a mild detergent and water to clean the inside and outside of the Dry thoroughly. Do not allow cleaning agents or large amounts of water to go down the drain. Use an acceptable stainless steel polish to clean all stainless steel surfaces. Never use steel wool or scouring pads to clean stainless steel.

Avoiding Stainless Steel Corrosion

Corrosion can be prevented by following product cautions, cleaning instructions and avoiding use of certain chemicals or objects which will cause stainless steel corrosion.

STAINLESS STEEL ENEMY

Steel wool or steel scouring pads
Cherry/Orange/Olive juice
Chlorine Bleach
Sharp Objects

WIRING DIAGRAM – GLASS FROSTERS

REPLACEMENT PARTS – GLASS FROSTERS

MODEL NOS.| | FR24 RT – 3| FR36 RT – 3| FR48 RT – 3| FR60 RT – 3
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Item| Description| Part Numbers

1

| Complete condensing unit| 1018400| 1018400| 1018400| 1018400
Replacement compressor, R290| C22999CMP11| C22999CMP11| C22999CMP11| C22999CMP11
Condensing unit fan motor assy.| 1013047| 1013047| 1013047| 1013047
Condensing unit filter drier| C22999DAH01| C22999DAH01| C22999DAH01| C22999DAH01
Condensing units start components| C22999STCP10| C22999STCP10| C22999STCP10| C22999STCP10
3| Evaporator fan| 71386| 71386| 71386| 71386
4| Evaporator coil| 64785-1EP| C17511-1EP| C17511-1EP| C17511-2EP
5| Defrost heater| C25655-1| 65045-1| 65045-1| 61900
6| Temperature sensor| 1005668| 1005668| 1006584| 1006584
7| Controller Bracket| 1024461-1| 1024228-2| 1024428-2| 1024228-2
8| Manual Defrost Switch| 1026317| 1026317| 1026317| 1026317
9| Front grille| 1024465-1| 1024230-1| 1024230-1| 1024230-1
10| Rear grille/panel| 66498-1| 65662-3| 65662-3| 65662-3
11| Top assembly| RT-SL2| RT-SL2| RT-SL2| RT-SL2
12| Top wiper gasket| 63671-24| 63671-36| 63671-48| 63671-60
13| Door assembly| RD-SL2| RD-SL2| RD-SL2| RD-SL2
14| Vertical partition| 65503| 66441| 66441| 66441
15| Roller basket| N/A| 66442-1| 66442-1| 66442-1
16| Wide shelf| N/A| 64811-1| 64811-1| 64811-1

17

| Narrow shelf| 64809-1| 64809-1| 64809-1| 64809-1
Bottom floor rack (wide)| 64814-1| 64814-1| 64814-1| 64814-1

18

| Bottom floor rack (narrow)| N/A| N/A| 64815-1| 64815-1
Shelf with side rail| N/A| 64810-1| 64810-1| 64810-1
19| Shelf bracket| 65653-24| 65653-36| 65653-48| 65653-60
20| Door handle| 63931| 63931| 63931| 63931
21| Evaporator drain pan| 1025311-1| 1025311-2| 1025583-1| 1025583-2
ITEMS NOT SHOWN
| Wire harness, main| 1026161| 1026161| 1026161| 1026161
Suction line and capillary tube assembly| 1026509| 1026509| 1026526| 1026528
Mullion assembly| N/A| N/A| 66551| 66551
Refrigerant charge (grams R290)| 80| 100| 100| 115
Defrost temp. limit switch| 57676| 57676| 57676| 57676
Evaporator fan DC driver| 68758| 68758| 68758| 68758
Digital temperature controller| 1026455| 1026455| 1026455| 1026455