NULINE REFRIGERATION NMFB1 Cabinet NWFB Bariatric Mortuary Freezer Instruction Manual

June 15, 2024
NULINE REFRIGERATION

NULINE REFRIGERATION NMFB1 Cabinet NWFB Bariatric Mortuary Freezer

INTRODUCTION

Your New Nuline Cabinet

Thank you for choosing a Nuline mortuary cabinet please read through the warranty, manual and specifications of your cabinet carefully to become familiar with your new cabinet. Our cabinets are designed and manufactured to meet the specialized needs of the biomedical industry. With correct care and maintenance in accordance with these instructions, your new cabinet will provide many years of reliable service. Nuline Refrigeration has been manufacturing refrigerators and freezer cabinets in our Melbourne factory for the Australian market since 1985. Our specialized range of biomedical cabinets that are Australian made and imported from selected global suppliers, are used extensively across hospitals, medical centres, pharmacies, and laboratories. Carefully read this instruction booklet, as it contains important advice for safe installation, operation, and maintenance. Keep this booklet on hand in a safe place for future reference by other users.

Disclaimer

Nuline mortuary cabinets are designed for the storage of corpses. The use of Nuline cabinets for any other application is not warranted unless subject to prior approval by Nuline. The cabinets are not designed to be ordinarily switched off as bacteria growth, mould, odours, rust, or water overflow could occur. Transportation of the cabinet must be always done with the cabinet upright, do not lay the cabinet on sides, front, or back.

Warranty

Our warranty can be found on our website at www.nulinerefrigeration.com.au/CustomerService/warranty and alternatively you can scan this QR code.

General and Safety Precautions

To prevent personal and material injury when using any electrical cabinets, safety precautions must always be observed. Our cabinets have been designed for high performance. The cabinet must be used exclusively for the purpose for which it has been designed for. Read and understand this manual, if in doubt contact Nuline Refrigeration.

  • All cabinets MUST be installed according to the procedures stated in the installation section of this manual.
  • In the case of new personnel, training is to be provided before operating the cabinet.
  • DO NOT use this cabinet for any other purpose than its intended use.
  • DO NOT store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in or near this cabinet.
  • Keep fingers out of “pinch point” areas.
  • The cabinet is not waterproof DO NOT use jet sprays, hoses or pour water over / on the exterior of the cabinet.
  • Only use this cabinet with voltage specified on the rating label.
  • DO NOT remove any cover panels that may be on the cabinet.
  • DO NOT use sharp objects to activate controls.
  • DO NOT use sharp objects to remove ice from the cabinet.
  • If any fault is detected, refer to troubleshooting.
  • This appliance is NOT suitable for storing and cooling blood, blood plasma or similar substances. Any misuse of the appliance may result in damage to or spoilage of stored goods.
  • DO NOT allow naked flames or ignition sources to enter the appliance.
  • DO NOT stand on the drawers, shelves or doors or use them to support anything else.
  • DO NOT insert metal objects such as a wire into any vents, gaps, or any outlet on the cabinet. This may cause electric shock or injury by accidental contact with moving parts.
  • When connecting and disconnecting the appliance, pull on the plug, not on the cable. Pulling on the cable has the potential to damage the cable, this could result in electric shock or fire by short circuit.
  • This appliance is not suitable for operations in outdoors or areas where it is exposed to splash water or damp conditions.
  • This appliance is not suitable for operation in potentially explosive atmospheres.
  • Keep the cabinet and surrounding areas clean, dry, and uncluttered.
  • The manufacturer declines any liability for damages to persons and / or things due to an improper / wrong and / or unreasonable use of the machine as well any failure of the refrigeration system.
  • Only specifically trained / qualified Technicians (one of our service agents, or a similarly qualified persons) should carry out all repairs, maintenance, and services.
  • Disconnect the power cord if there is something wrong with the cabinet.
  • Nuline Refrigeration will not be held liable for any potential loss of stock due to failure of the refrigeration system and / or any other failure of the cabinet.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Cabinet Description

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BMS connectivity is within the condenser compartment.

important

This unit is only designed to maintain the temperature at the temperature set point.

CAUTION

This unit includes refrigeration components. DO NOT touch the cold refrigeration components

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Silver Information Label

The silver information label is placed on the right interior wall of the cabinet.NULINE-REFRIGERATION-NMFB1-Cabinet-NWFB-Bariatric-Mortuary-Freezer-
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Specifications

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INSTALLATION

Setting Up

WARNING

Improper installation, adjustments, alternations, service, or maintenance can cause property damage, injury, or death.

Handling

  • To prevent injury or damage to the unit, take the proper precautions when moving the cabinet.
  • For larger cabinets moving equipment such as a forklift or pallet trolley should be used (the forks should be completely under the pallet)
  • Ensure that the cabinet is always level.

Unpacking

  • Before and after unpacking, the cabinet should be checked for damage.
  • If there is any damage, please contact the distributor and/ or manufacturer within 24-48 hours of receipt and before connecting to the mains.
  • The cabinet is supplied fully assembled.
  • Remove all protective plastic film, tapes, ties, and packers before installing and operating.
  • Clean off any residual from the interior / exterior of the cabinet using a clean cloth and warm soapy water.

WARNING

Danger of suffocation due to packing material and plastic film. Do not allow children to play with packaging material. Take the packaging material to an official collection point.

Positioning

  1. Ensure that the cabinet is on a horizontal and level floor.
    • If your cabinet comes with front levelling feet, you may adjust them to ensure the cabinet is level.
    • If the cabinet is on castors the front two breaks on the castors must be engaged to ensure the cabinet stays in the correct position.
  2. Do not position the cabinet in:
    • Wet areas
    • Near heat and / or steam sources
    • Near flammable substances
  3. Ensure there is 60mm ventilation space on sides, 100mm on the rear, and 200-300mm on top of refrigerator for proper air flow. See example below.
  4. The cabinet should not be installed in any manner that would impede normal service access.
  5. Please wait at least 2 hours before switching the cabinet ON as this will allow the refrigeration gas in the refrigeration system of the cabinet to settle due to movement and handling during freight.

Large CabinetsNULINE-REFRIGERATION-NMFB1-Cabinet-NWFB-Bariatric-Mortuary-
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WARNING

System charged with flammable refrigerant. If there is a suspected refrigerant leak, turn the cabinet off and contact Nuline Refrigeration if under warranty; if no longer warranty contact your preferred qualified services technician.

This cabinet is fully operational once it leaves our factory, no additional refrigeration setup is required.

Electrical Connection

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Some procedures in this manual require the power to the equipment to be turned off and isolated. Turn the power OFF at the power point and unplug the power supply lead by the plug body. If the power point is not readily accessible turn the equipment off at the isolation switch or the circuit breaker in the switchboard. Attach a yellow “CAUTION-DO-

NOT OPERATE” tag. This must be performed where relevant unless the procedures specify otherwise.

FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN ELECTRIC SHOCK.

Single Phase Units:

Supplied and fitted with an appropriately rated plug and lead, 10A plug. When connecting and disconnecting the appliance, pull on the plug, not on the cable.

Notes:

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacture, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Please contact Nuline for parts and we will advise how to do this in order to avoid any electrical hazard. The power cable should be dry and isolated from moisture and water.

Plumbing

After receiving your new mortuary cabinet, the drain needs to be connected.The long PVC pipe needs to be connected to the end of the copper pipe in the back.

Please remove the back cover. Once removed the back will look like this .NULINE-REFRIGERATION-NMFB1-Cabinet-NWFB-Bariatric-Mortuary-Freezer-
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There are two support brackets on the bottom of the cabinet to support the PVC pipe. The first image is the first one that is at the bottom edge of the back. The second support bracket is in the bottom middle of the cabinet.
The PVC needs to be passed through the support brackets,NULINE-
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Once the PVC pipe is fully installed through the brackets, it needs to be lined up and connected to the copper pipe.

This waste drain port is now located 230mm in from the door side and centred left to right. This drain port can be attached to a drain; it can also be opened and used with a waste pan placed under the port or with a floor drain under the drain port. The port needs to be opened when the interior of the cabinet needs to be drained out when cleaning.

Tray

All mortuary cabinets come standard with a tray inside. They can be ordered without this tray. The tray can easily be fully removed from the cabinet for easy cleaning.

Locking

This cabinet comes standard with a key door lock. It is recommended not to keep the key in the lock during normal use. This will prevent the bending or breaking of the key inside the lock. If the key is broken inside the lock, the lock will have to be replaced. Keeping the key removed from the lock will also prevent the lock from accidentally locking when the door is open. Locking when the door is open could prevent the door from closing properly, resulting in the cabinet temperature to rise.

Remote Alarm Contact

This cabinet is equipped with a voltage free remote alarm contact, which can be connected to a BMS system. For installation simply connects the network cable from the BMS into the cabinet. We do not provide the network cable.

Port Entry

To monitor the temperature in various areas of the interior of the cabinet, external probes can be installed through the port entry. A port entry is optional on this cabinet, if it is required it should have been requested at the time of ordering the cabinet to ensure that a port entry can be installed during manufacturing.

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Never install probes through the door as this will prevent the door from closing properly, thus preventing a correct seal from forming and from preventing the cabinet from maintaining the correct temperature. This will damage the door gasket which will prevent a correct seal from forming. Nuline Refrigeration will not be held liable for the damage caused by the incorrect installation of external probes out of the door.

Initial Start-Up & Operation

IMPORTANT

This unit is only designed to maintain the product at the controlled -18°C to -22°C temperature.

Controller

Key Functions:

Key Combinations:

LED Indications:

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Initial Start Up

Before switching ON the cabinet, ensure the cabinet is installed correctly.

  1. Plug the cabinet into your 240-volt outlet and switch ON, the control panel will illuminate and start cooling.
  2. After 2 hours check the cabinet temperature has reached it’s set temperature. The light will be on during the initial start-up, this is normal.
  3. Air vents must NOT be covered.

Cabinet Temperature

  • Ensure the cabinet is maintaining temperature at its set point.
  • Ensure the doors are CLOSED when not loading to maintain temperature.
  • Temperature reading should only be done as follows, reset controller at end of day and do not open door again, next morning take your high and low read out before you open door.

How to Check Min / Max Temperature

Min Temperature

  1. Press and release the key.
  2. The “Lo” message will be displayed followed by the minimum temperature recorded.
  3. By pressing the key again or by waiting 5s the normal display will be restored

Max Temperature

  1. Press and release  the key.
  2. The “Hi” message will be displayed followed by the maximum temperature recorded.
  3. By pressing the key again or by waiting 5s the normal display will be restored.

How to Reset Min / Max Temperature

  1. Hold the SET   key for more than 3s, while the max. or min temperature is displayed. (rSt message will be displayed)
  2. To confirm the operation the “rSt” message starts blinking and the normal temperature will be displayed.

Alarm Set Points

Low Alarm -25°C

High Alarm -15°C
Delay on Alarm is 30 minutes
Temperature Set Point is -22°C

  • Should the temperature exceed the set points by +2°C, will flash, the alarm will activate.
  • If the temperature falls below the set point, the indicator light turn on.

Temperature Adjustment

Temperature settings should only be carried out by a person with authority to do so.

  1. Push SET the button for more than 2 seconds.
  2. The value of the set point will be displayed and the “°C” or “°F” LED starts blinking.
  3. Using the and to change the numbers within 10 seconds.
  4. Once you had reached new temperature settings, push SET button or wait 10 seconds to lock in the new set point.

Start a Manual Defrost

Push the button to for more than 2 seconds and a manual defrost will start.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Procedures

If any faults / issues occur with the unit, follow the below troubleshooting procedures. If the troubleshooting procedures do not correct the problem, contact us, Nuline Refrigeration.

Problem Cause Solution
The cabinet is not operating No power supply Check the power plug is plugged

into a working power socket.
The cabinet is not cooling properly; the temperature is too high; it wouldn’t reach the set point.| Dirty condenser| Clean the condenser
Door isn’t sealing| Check the gaskets
Make sure the cabinet is not in direct sun light or near heat radiation.| Move the cabinet away from the direct sun light and / or

heat source

Frequently opening the doors

can cause the temperature to rise

| Monitor if the door is being opened too frequently, leave the door closed until the set temperature has been reached
The ambient temperature of the room the cabinet is in is too high| The cabinet works best in rooms that are below the max ambient temperature, control the temperature of the room
The cabinet is too noisy| The cabinet is touching a wall or object| Move the cabinet away from the wall, ensuring that it has the correct space around it. Move the objects away from the cabinet
Alarm lights flashes, alarm

buzzer sounds

| The door is not shut properly. The door alarm will sound even when it is slightly ajar| Close the door and make sure that it is properly closed.
Unstable power supply might cause the alarm to switch on.| Ensure the power supply is stable and allow the cabinet

time to recover.

Alarm Signals

Message Cause Outputs
P1 Room probe failure Compressor output acc. to par. ‘Con” and “COF”
P2 Evaporator robe failure Defrost end is timed
P3 Third probe failure Outputs unchanged
P4 Fourth probe failure Outputs unchanged
HA Maximum temperature alarm Outputs unchanged
LA Minimum temperature alarm Outputs unchanged
HA2 Condenser high temperature It depends on the “Ac2” parameter
LA2 Condenser low temperature It depends on the “bLL” parameter
dA Door open Compressor and fans restarts
EA External alarm Outputs unchanged
CA Serious external alarm (i1F=bAL) All outputs OFF.
CA Pressure switch alarm (i1F=PAL) All outputs OFF.
rtc Real time clock alarm Alarm output ON; Other outputs unchanged; Defrosts

according to par. “IdF” Set real time clock has to be set
rtF| Real time clock board failure| Alarm output ON; Other outputs unchanged; Defrosts according to par. “IdF” Contact the service

Alarm Recovery

Probe alarms P1”, “P2”, “P3” and “P4” start some seconds after the fault in the related probe; they automatically stop some seconds after the probe restarts normal operation. Check connections before replacing the probe.
Temperature alarms “HA”, “LA” “HA2” and “LA2” automatically stop as soon as the temperature returns to normal values.

Spare Parts

For all spare parts requirements please contact Nuline Refrigeration with the cabinet’s model number and serial number.

Cleaning

WARNING

Never disassemble, repair, or modify the cabinet yourself. Any such work carried out by an unauthorized person may result in fire, or electric shock or injury due to a malfunction.

General Information

  • Cleaning is recommended for health and safety purposes and to prolong the life of the cabinet.
  • DO NOT use abrasive pads or cleaners on the stainless steel or any other metal parts of the cabinet.
  • DO NOT use industrial chemical cleaners, flammable cleaners, caustic-based cleaners or bleaches and bleaching agents, as many will damage the metals and plastics used on this cabinet.
  • DO NOT remove any screws and / or panels for cleaning (unless directed)
  • Before performing maintenance or cleaning the unit, disconnect the electrical power supply.

Corrosion Protection

  • Stainless steel exhibits good resistance to corrosion however, if not properly maintained stainless steel can rust and / or corrode.
  • Any sign of mild rust and / or corrosion should be thoroughly cleaned with warm soapy water and dried as soon as possible.
  • NEVER use abrasive pads or cleaners for cleaning
  • All metal surfaces should be checked while cleaning for damage, scuffs or scrapes as these can lead to rust and further damage to the cabinet.
  • Mild rust and / or corrosion can be treated with a commercial cleaning agent that contains citric / oxalic / nitric / phosphoric acid. DO NOT use cleaning agents with chlorides or other harsh chemicals as this can cause corrosion. After treatment, wash with warm (not hot) soapy water and dry thoroughly.
  • Thoroughly wipe the surfaces dry after cleaning. DO NOT let water pool on the unit. Check crevices and folds for pooling.
  • When using, ensure all liquids and moisture is cleaned up straight away.
  • DO NOT leave items on the stainless steel.

Surface Finish

  • To protect the polished surface of the stainless steel, it should be dried using a clean dry soft cloth.
  • Some commercial stainless-steel cleaners can leave residue or film on the metal; this may trap fine particles from the air on the surface, thus deeming the surface not safe for medical products.

CAUTION

This unit includes refrigeration components. DO NOT touch the cold refrigeration components

Cleaning Schedule

Regular cleaning, at least once a month is recommended for the cabinet. This will help to maintain and prolong the efficiency of the cabinet. Always keep the interior free of ice. A soft cloth or brush can be used to remove loose ice. Never use sharp tools and take care not to damage the door gaskets. Wipe down all interior and exterior surfaces with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth dampened with warm soapy water. Wipe dry with a dry soft cloth to ensure that there’s no water remaining on the cabinet. If a thorough cleaning or disinfection is required, please follow the instructions below.

Cabinet Interior

  1. Isolate the unit from the power supply.
  2. Remove the tray and wash separately, thoroughly wipe dry after cleaning.
  3. Using a good quality nylon brush remove any small particles.
  4. Clean using a clean cloth dampened with clean warm soapy water until all soil has been removed.
  5. Thoroughly wipe dry with a soft cloth after cleaning, do NOT allow to air dry. DO NOT let water to pool, check crevices and folds.

Door Seal

  • Using a clean cloth dampened with warm water, wipe down the door seal.

External Surfaces

  • Using a clean cloth dampened with clean warm soapy water unit any grime has been removed.
  • Using a clean sanitised cloth, thoroughly wipe the stainless steel and metal parts dry. Do NOT let water to pool on the cabinet. Check crevices and folds.

Ventilation Panels / Filter

  • Use a vacuum and / or brush to remove dust and debris from the filter and all ventilation panels.
  • Do NOT use water or a hose to remove dust or debris.

Condenser

It is important to periodically clean the condenser, which is located on back of cabinet. It should be cleaned every 3 months, simply by brushing in a vertical motion with a small brush or vacuum cleaner. However, this will also depend on how dusty the area is. You may be able to do it every 6 months.

Inactivity for Extended Period

Please take the following precautions when storing the cabinet for an extended period of time.

  1. Clean both the interior and exterior of the cabinet
  2. Ensure that the cabinet is completely dry.
  3. Disconnect the power cord.
  4. To prevent any rot and mould from forming, leave the door slightly ajar to allow air flow.

Disposal

If the cabinet is no longer of use, please dispose in an environmentally correct way.

  • Contact a qualified service technician to recover all refrigerant and to remove the compressor or remove the oil from the compressor.
  • The distributor/ retailer can contact their local metal recycling centre to collect the remaining cabinet, shelves, etc.
  • There may be special requirements or conditions. Information on the disposal of refrigeration appliances can be obtained from government authorities, (the local council, Ministry of the Environment, etc.)
  • Discarded electric appliances are recyclable and should not be discarded in the domestic waste. Please actively support us in conserving resources and protecting the environment by returning this appliance to the collection centres (if available).
  • Dispose of packaging in accordance with applicable legal regulations.

Distributor

EVOCARE AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED

A.B.N. 98 078 566 604 Trading as EVOCARE and L&M EQUIPMENT P.O. Box 145, Everton Park Qld. 4053

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