Structural Concepts PC3982 Series Cases PC Wall Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
- Structural Concepts
Table of Contents
Structural Concepts PC3982 Series Cases PC Wall
Product Information
The product is a series of wall-mounted cases offered by Structural Concepts Corp. The specific model mentioned in the manual is PC3982.6025 and PC5682.5584. The cases are designed for various purposes such as ambient pastry units, tissue/bag dispensers, and glass hinged front doors. The manual also mentions additional features like solid shelving, waste bin, tissue box holders, and a front shelf. The manual provides information about the manufacturer, Structural Concepts Corp., located at 888 E. Porter Rd, Muskegon, MI 49441. Their contact number is 231.798.8888, and fax number is 231.798.4960. The company’s website is www.structuralconcepts.com. The user manual has a table of contents that covers topics like overview, type, compliance, warnings, precautions, wiring, plugs, installation, positioning and aligning, adjusting levelers, maintenance, and more.
Product Usage Instructions
- Remove the unit from the skid by sliding it to the rear and tipping it backward off the skid. Caution: Make sure the case remains supported or the center of gravity may cause it to fall.
- Position the case properly and align it with any adjoining cases if required. Line up areas A & B as shown in the illustration.
Warnings and Precautions
- Ensure compliance with all applicable NEC (National Electric Code), federal, state, and local electrical and plumbing codes during installation.
- If using LED lamps, ensure they meet the required size, shape, and overall design specifications. Disconnect all electrical sources before servicing to avoid the risk of electric shock.
- If GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) protection is required by code, use a GFCI breaker instead of a GFCI receptacle.
- If the power cord or plug becomes damaged, replace it only with a cord and plug of the same type to prevent electric shock.
- Caution: The product contains chemicals, including Urethane (Ethyl Carbamate), known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Refer to P65Warnings.ca.gov for more information.
OVERVIEW
- These Structural Concepts cases should be installed and operated according to these instructions to ensure proper performance. Improper use will void warranty.
- This unit is designed to display of products in ambient store conditions with a max. temperature of 80 °F (27 °C) .
COMPLIANCE
- Performance issues when in violation of applicable NEC, federal, state or local electrical codes are not covered by warranty. See below.
PRECAUTIONS
- Following are important precautions to prevent damage to unit or merchandise. Read carefully!
WIRING DIAGRAM
- Each case has its own wiring diagram folded and in its own packet. It may be placed near ballast box, field wiring box, raceway cover, or other related location
COMPLIANCE
This equipment MUST be installed in compliance with all applicable NEC,
federal, state and local electrical and plumbing codes.
- CAUTION! LAMP REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES If LED lamps are used, they must be size, shape and overall design. Any replacements must meet factory specifications.
- WARNING: Risk of electric shock. Disconnect ALL ELECTRICAL SOURCES before servicing.
- CAUTION! GFCI BREAKER USE REQUIREMENT If N.E.C. (National Electric Code) or your local code requires GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) protection, you MUST use a GFCI breaker in lieu of a GFCI receptacle.
- CAUTION! POWER CORD AND PLUG MAINTENANCE Risk of electric shock. If cord or plug becomes damaged, replace only with cord and plug of same type.
- WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals, including Urethane (Ethyl Carbamate), which are known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION / POSITIONING AND ALIGNING / ADJUSTING LEVELERS
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Remove Unit From Skid
Caution! case must always remain supported or center of gravity will allow case to fall. Slide unit to rear of skid and tip backward off skid. -
Position & Align Case Alongside Others
- Before adjusting levelers, make certain that the case is in proper position and, if required, aligned with adjoining case(s). Line up areas A & B as shown below.
- This may require the repositioning of the case you are installing or the already positioned cases.
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Adjust Levelers
- After case is in proper position, adjust case so it is level and plumb (see illustration at right).
- You may need to remove front and/or rear Toe-Kick to access levelers.
- Use adjustable wrench to adjust leveler.
- Depending upon case weight it may be necessary to use a Pry Bar to accomplish this task.
- Do not use Pry Bar on Toe-Kick as it may buckle.
- Do not use Pry Bar on End Panel as it may chip.
- Use Pry Bar ONLY on Base Frame to avoid damaging case.
- See illustration and photos at right.
- Note: Illustrations Shown May Not Exactly Reflect Every Feature or Option of Your Particular Case
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Bolting Adjoined Units
- View shown is after removal of end panel.
- Units are bolted together at locations shown.
- Eight 1/4-20 x 2 1/2” bolts & nuts provided.
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Join Package Ledges
- With the 4″x 1.5″ plate and four #10 × 5/8″ screws provided in the installation kit, screwthe underside of the package ledges together.
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Join Headers
- Using the 2″x 3″ bracket and two #10 x 1/2″ slf. drill screws provided in the installation kit, join the sheet metal portions behind the header.
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Mirror Installation & Retrofitting
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE MIRROR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
- TO MAINTAIN SAFETY, TWO PEOPLE SHOULD PERFORM THIS STEP- BY- STEP PROCEDURE
- LOOSEN UPPER MIRROR RETAINING SCREWS.
- PLACE LOWER END OF MIRROR AGAINST LOWER MIRROR CHANNEL.
- ROTATE UPPER MIRROR CHANNEL INTO PLACE BEHIND UPPER MIRROR CHANNELI.
- AFTER CHECKING THAT MIRROR IS SECURE, TIGHTEN UPPER MIRROR RETAINING SCREWS.
- RE-CHECK THAT MIRROR IS SECURELY HELD IN PLACE AND WILL NOT COME LOOSE
ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS
ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS: FIELD WIRED MODELS
- Electrical Fundamentals (Field Wired Models)
- Electrical access is at lower-right side of case (when facing rear of case).
- 120V single phase leads provided.
- Model PC7485.4175A is shown below.
- Electrical Fundamentals (Plug/Cord Units)
- Warning: Disconnect power before providing maintenance/service to unit. On units with plug/cord setup, electrical access is at lower-right side of case (when facing rear of case).
- J-Box and 120V single phase cord and plug is provided.
- Model PC7482.5886D is shown below.
- T-8 / Fluorescent Light Fixtures
- Warning: Disconnect power before providing maintenance/service to unit.
- Ballast Access/Removal
- Assembly or disassembly and servicing to be accomplished by licensed electrical contractor.
- The light ballast is located inside the header.
- Unplug light harness (plug and receptacles). See next page for illustration.
- Remove the header electrical box.
- Remove florescent bulb.
- Remove screws securing the ballast box to the header top.
- Remove wire nuts from electrical leads.
- Some models have quick disconnect releases from the wire harness.
- Remove nuts from ballast end mounting flanges. Light fixtures are located on the underside of each shelf assembly and at the top inside of case.
- Removal of lamp:
- Rotate lamp (1/4 turn) so that pins are aligned in slots and remove bulb.
- Installation of lamp:
- Align pins with slot.
- Insert pins into socket and rotate 1/4 turn to secure pin contacts in socket.
- LED Style Light Fixtures
- Removal of Faulty LED Lights:
- Contact Structural Concepts’ Technical Service Department for replacement LED lights.
- Turn off LED light switch.
- To remove faulty LED light, follow these steps:
- A. Disconnect plug from LED light.
- B. Using both hands, grasp LED light assembly (with its magnetic mounting clips). Pull downward and off its shelf (or header).
- C. Remove magnetic mounting clips from LED light by pressing against flange part of clip with thumb.
- Note: Mounting clips MAY be riveted to shelf or header. In such instances, simply remove LED light from mounting clips by pressing against flange part of clips with thumb.
- Replacement of LED lights:
- Attach magnetic mounting clips onto LED light.
- Adjust magnetic mounting clips so they are equally spaced on LED light.
- Reattach LED light assembly to its shelf/header.
- Position properly in shelf/header.
- Note: If mounting clips are riveted to shelf (or header), attach by placing LED in base of clip and then snapping into clip at FLANGE SIDE.
- Press plug’s barrel-shaped insert deep into LED light.
- Important: If plug is not inserted ALL THE WAY IN the LED light’s orifice, the light may not energize. See “BAD” vs. “GOOD” insertion illustrations below-right.
- Turn LED light switch back on.
- Light Switch, Receptacles and Plugs
- Depending upon model, light switch may be located on electrical box (top center forward of bulbs). All of the lights should come on at the same time. First time lighting may require a short warm-up period.
- Initial dim or flickering bulbs is normal. If lights do not turn on, check all of the raceway plugs.
- Lighting is in series so all lights must be plugged in or receptacles capped for the case to light.
- Note: Illustration below may not reflect every feature or option of your particular case.
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE: SHELF ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
- Shelf Assembly Removal
- For lighted shelving, unplug the light cord.
- Light shelf cord harnesses plug into the back side of the header electrical box.
- Detach cord from the rear frame support.
- Slide light assembly back to unlock, then rotate up to separate from brackets.
- Slide rear support back to unlock and rotate up to separate from brackets.
- Remove brackets.
- Note: It may be necessary to remove the nylon shipping bracket retainers. Pliers will be required to accomplish this task.
- Front Flip-Up Door / Waste Bin Access
- Front flip-up door allows access to waste bin (and entire waste bin area).
- This feature is only on certain models.
- See illustration below.
- Model PC5682.6744 Shown May Not Exactly Reflect Every Feature or Option of Your Particular Case.
- Axial Exhaust Fans (Optional)
- Axial exhaust fans help to keep inside air temperature from heating up.
- These fans are not on all cases.
- See illustrations below.
- Front Flip-Down Waste Bin/Tissue Box Access
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* **Note:** These features are not on all cases. - See illustrations below.
- Features of Models PC5682.5584A and PC5682.6769 Are Shown. They May Not Exactly Reflect Every Feature or Option of Your Particular Case.
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GENERAL CLEANING
FREQUENCY/INSTRUCTIONS
Daily
- End Panels, Front Panel, Toe-Kicks, Etc.: Wipe off all surfaces with warm water and mild soap solution and non-abrasive cloth.
Daily
- Wood, Laminate and Painted Surfaces (Including Shelves): Clean with mild soap and water solution and a soft cloth.
Daily
- Dupont™ Corian® Solid Surfaces: See next page.
Daily
- Glass Doors and Angled Internal Mirror: Clean glass door surfaces with a household or commercial glass cleaner. Wipe dry with paper towel or soft cloth.
Daily Wire Shelving Racks:
- Wipe down with warm water and mild soap solution and non-abrasive cloth.
- For hardened residue, remove from case. Submerse in warm soapy water. Use soft-bristled brush to dislodge caked on and hardened residue. Rinse. Wipe dry with paper towel or soft cloth.
Weekly Napkin Dispenser / Waste Bin Area:
- Napkin dispenser: Remove napkin box. Wipe down areas with warm water and mild soap solution and non-abrasive cloth. Wipe dry with paper towel or soft cloth.
- Waste bin area: Flip-up door, reach in and remove waste bin. Wipe down waste bin area with warm water and mild soap solution and non-abrasive cloth. Wipe dry with paper towel or soft cloth.
- See FRONT FLIP-UP DOOR / WASTE BIN ACCESS (CERTAIN MODELS ONLY) section in this manual for illustration.
Quarterly
- Under Case Cleaning: Remove front toe-kicks (screw removal is required). Use a broom or vacuum to remove dust and dirt that may collect at underside of case.
Quarterly
- Axial Fans Atop Case (Optional) / Authorized Personnel Only
- Caution! Disconnect power to unit before proceeding!
- Wipe down areas around fan housing that can collect dust and debris.
- If fan design allows, wipe down fan blades that can collect dust and debris.
- Restore power to unit after performing this cleaning process.
Cleaning the Dupont™ Corian® Countertop
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For Daily, Routine Cleaning:
Use soapy water or ammonia based cleaner; rinse and wipe dry. -
For water marks:
Wipe with damp cloth and wipe dry. -
For difficult residue:
Spray residue with Deep Cleaner for Dupont™ Corian® from Stone Care Int’l®. Wait for about 30-seconds for cleaner to work. Wipe dry with paper towel. If residue persists, repeat process. If residue still persists, follow directions for removing scratches.
Properly Caring for the Dupont™ Corian® Countertop
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Preventing Heat Damage to Dupont™ Corian® Countertop:
Corian® is an excellent material for heat resistance. As with all countertop materials, it is important to minimize direct heat exposure to protect your surface and investment. Use heat trivets or hot pads when placing hot objects on any surface. -
Preventing Chemical Damage to Corian® Countertop:
Avoid exposing Corian® to strong chemicals, such as paint removers, oven cleaners, etc. If contact occurs, quickly flush the surface with water. -
Removing Minor Cuts and Scratches on Corian® Countertop:
- Do not cut directly on Corian® Countertop
- Depending upon the severity of the scratches, Dupont® has specific “grit sanding pads” designed to smooth out most scratches.
- See Dupont’s™ website for more “grit sanding pad” choices (color coded), rubbing directions, dealing with dust residue, achieving gloss levels, etc.
- Log on at http://www.dupont.com/corian. for complete details.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Product is Drying Out
- Check the relative humidity in the store.
- Check that axial fans are properly functioning (optional).
System is not Operating
- Verify that the utility power is on.
- Verify that the MAIN power/light switch is on.
- Check the circuit breaker box for tripped circuits.
- If used, verify that the unit is properly plugged in.
Case Lights Not Working
- Be sure ALL lights are plugged in.
- Check bulbs for proper installation and connection. See ELECTRICAL
- FUNDAMENTALS: T-8 / FLUORESCENT BULBS or ELECTRICAL
- FUNDAMENTALS: LED LAMPS section in manual for specifics.
- Check for burned out bulbs.
- Clean dirt and dust from the bulbs to prevent flickering.
- After performing all other checkpoints, if lights are still not working, check for faulty ballast; this is to be performed by a certified electrician.
SERIAL LABEL LOCATION & INFO LISTED / TECH INFO & SERVICE – AMBIENT/HEATED CASES ONLY
Serial Label Location & Information Listed / Technical Information & Service
- Serial labels are affixed at a wide range of places (on the header, at case rear, behind panels or toe-kicks, on electrical boxes, etc.).
- Serial labels contain electrical information as well as regulatory standards to which the case conforms.
- Sample serial label shown below.
- For additional technical information and service, see the TECHNICAL SERVICE page in this manual for instructions on contacting Structural Concepts’ Technical Service Department.
STRUCTURAL CONCEPTS TECHNICAL SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION & LIMITED WARRANTY
- TECH SERVICE/WARRANTY CONTACT INFO: 1 800-433-9490 / EXTENSION 1
- DAYS/HOURS AVAILABLE:
- MONDAY – FRIDAY (CLOSED HOLIDAYS)
- 8:00 a.m. TO 5:00 p.m. EST
- YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING INFO AVAILABLE BEFORE CONTACTING STRUCTURAL CONCEPTS:
- SERIAL NO. / MODEL NO. / STORE NO. / STORE ADDRESS / DETAILS (PHOTOS, LEAK LOCATIONS, DAMAGE, STORE’S AMBIENT CONDITIONS, ETC.)
To Access The Limited Warranty To Your Case, Follow These Instructions:
- If Viewing This Document on Smart Phone, Tablet or Computer, Select/Click On The QR Code at Right.
- If Viewing This Document In Print (Hard Copy), Scan The QR Code at Right With Your Smart Phone or Tablet.
This Manual Pertains To Models PC3982, PC5682, PC5682.5584A, PC5682.6744,
PC5682.6769, PC7482 And Other CDRs.
MODEL PC “WALL SERIES” CASES >
AMBIENT PASTRY UNITS > TISSUE/BAG DISPENSERS > GLASS HINGED FRONT DOORS
CONTACT
- Structural Concepts Corp.
- 888 E. Porter Rd
- Muskegon, MI 49441
- Phone: 231.798.8888
- Fax: 231.798.4960 3
- www.structuralconcepts.com.