VOLLRATH 55277 Adjustable Breath Guard Instruction Manual

: June 8, 2024
: VOLLRATH

Table of Contents

VOLLRATH 55277 Adjustable Breath Guard
FAQ
Item Descriptions
BREATH GUARD INSTALLATION
- Drill Mounting Holes
SINGLE-SIDED RETROFIT KIT INSTALLATION
HEAT STRIP INSTALLATION
LIGHT STRIP INSTALLATION
Contacts
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

VOLLRATH 55277 Adjustable Breath Guard

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What should I do if my breath guard includes heat strips and lights?
- A: Thread wires through the uprights into the cabinet below and attach tie rods to the top frame as instructed.
Q: How do I know which mounting hardware to use for my countertop material?
- A: For solid-surface and laminate countertops, use longer mounting hardware. For stainless steel countertops, use shorter mounting hardware.

Item Descriptions

Item No.|

Style

|

Length

---|---|---
For Signature Server ® **With Stainless Steel Countertops| For Drop-ins and Signature Server ® ****With Non-Stainless Steel Countertops**
—| LP55277| Double- Sided Buffet| 2-Well/Pan
55278| LP55278| 3-Well/Pan
55279| LP55279| 4-Well/Pan
55280| LP55280| 5-Well/Pan
55281| LP55281| 6-Well/Pan
—| LP55319| Single- Sided Buffet with Top Shelf| 2-Well/Pan
55315| LP55315| 3-Well/Pan
55316| LP55316| 4-Well/Pan
55317| LP55317| 5-Well/Pan
55318| LP55318| 6-Well/Pan

BREATH GUARD INSTALLATION

Before You Begin

Download the specification sheet from Vollrath.com. You will need to refer to this document for dimensions and NSF requirements.
Know the countertop manufacturer’s requirements for preparing and installing equipment into the countertop prior to starting installation.

Tools You Will Need

Drilling template, included
Allen wrench, included
Hammer
Drill
Spotting punch
⁹⁄₃₂” drill bit
¹³⁄₃₂” drill bit
1″ drill bit
⁷⁄₁₆” combo wrench
⁹⁄₁₆ ” combo wrench

Drill Mounting Holes

NOTICE: Countertop materials require specific preparation. Refer to the countertop manufacturer for instructions regarding the proper installation of equipment into the material.

Place the cut out template over one end of the countertop. Follow the instructions on the template.
Repeat step 1 on the other end of the countertop.

Assemble and Mount the Breath Guard

Assemble the tie rods.
Set the mounting gasket in place. Insert the tie rods through the holes in the gasket and countertop.
Position the stiffening bracket on the underside of the countertop and over the tie rod extensions. Secure the tie rods to the base frame with the included nuts.
Install the gaskets and standoffs to the countertop.
Position the stud so it is flush with the bottom of the slot in the standoff.
Insert the grommet into the power supply hole.
Slide the uprights over the tie rods:
- Smooth side facing inward and the grooved side facing outward
- Spacer support tab must be at the bottom
Slide the glass gaskets into slots of the uprights.

If Your Breath Guard:

Includes a heat strip and/or lights

Thread the wires through the upright and into the cabinet below. Use the included washers and nuts to attach the tie rods to the top frame.
If your breath includes a heat strip and/or lights, continue on page 7 with step 6.
If your breath guard contains only lights, continue below with step 13.

Does not include heat strips or lights

Place the top frame over the uprights and thread the tie rods through the holes in the frame. Use the included washers and nuts to attach the tie rods to the top frame.
Install the end caps.

Install the Glass Panels

Long Side Panel(s)

Attach the gaskets to the square-cornered-side of the long-side glass panels.
Insert the gasket side of one long-side glass panel,
Tighten the set screws to secure the glass in place.
Repeat the steps for with long-side glass panel for the other side.

Short Side Panels

For Double Sided Breath Guards

Insert one short-end glass panel into the gasket on the upright support.
Tighten the sets screws on the top and bottom stand-offs.
Repeat the steps for the other short-end panel.

For Single Sided Breath Guards

Insert the wider end glass panel into the gasket on the upright support below the long side glass panel. Insert the narrow panel on the other side.
Tighten the sets screws on the top and bottom stand-offs to secure the glass in place.
Repeat for the other end.

Top Panel

Remove the caps from the stand-offs on the top of the breath guard.
Set the top glass into place. Align the holes in the glass with the holes on the standoffs.
Thread the vinyl washers onto the caps and insert into the holes. Tighten the caps. Do not over tighten.
Adjust the set screws on both ends of the hinged glass panel to create a parallel gap between the hinged panel and the end glass.

Install the Cover Plugs

Insert a cover plug over each set screw in the glass mounting bracket and stand-offs.
- NOTICE: Set screw covers plugs must be inserted to meet NSF certification.

SINGLE-SIDED RETROFIT KIT INSTALLATION

Kit

Item No.

| ****

Description

| Kit Contents and Quantity
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Ballast Bar| Narrow End Glass Panels| Mounting Bolts| Allen Wrenches
350736| 46″| ****

1

| ****

2

| 6| ****

2

350737| 60″| 6
350738| 74″| 8
350739| 88″| 8
350740| 2-Well| 4
350741| 3-Well| 6
350742| 4-Well| 6
350743| 5-Well| 8
350744| 6-Well| 8

Tools You Will Need

¹⁄₈” Allen wrench (supplied with breath guard)
⁵⁄₃₂” Allen Wrench (supplied with breath guard)
Standard Screwdriver

Remove the Top Glass

Loosen and remove the stand-offs.
Lift off the top glass.

Remove the End Panels

Loosen the sets screws on the top and bottom stand-offs.
Remove the glass.

Remove the Long Side Glass Panel

Remove the cover plugs over the set screws in the glass mounting bracket.
Loosen the set screws.
Remove the glass.

Remove the Mounting Bracket

Remove the inner frame plugs. Save the plugs.
Remove the hinge by removing the hinge assembly screws.

Install the Ballast Bar

Attach the ballast bar using the included screws.
Reinstall the frame plugs.

Install the End Glass

Insert the included short-end glass panel into the gasket on the upright support.
Tighten the set screws and install the set screw plugs.
Repeat for the other end.

Reinstall the Top Glass

Set the top glass into place. Align the holes on the glass with the holes on the stand-offs. Thread the vinyl washers onto the caps and insert into the holes. Tighten the caps. Do not over tighten.

End Profile of Single Sided Breath Guard

HEAT STRIP INSTALLATION

Kit Item No.	For Use Over
350752	46′
350753	60′
350754	74′
350755	88′
350756	2 Well
350757	3 Well
350758	4 Well
350759	5 Well
350755	6 Well

NOTICE

Heat strip connections must be performed by a licensed electrician.
Installation requires two people to lift the heat strip into place.

If this is a retrofit installation

Remove the upright caps and top glass before proceeding with the installation.

Installation

Press the threaded inserts into frame holes next to the access hole. Install a bolt with a washer into an anchor. Tighten with the supplied allen wrench. Repeat for each hole.
Install the included large grommet into the frame hole on the power supply end. Pull the power supply wiring from the cabinet up through the hole in the upright.
With two people, lift up the heat strip assembly through the middle of frame until the shroud is flush with the top of frame.
Mount the heat strip by installing and tightening the four included hex bolts and washers through the ends of the shroud and into the threaded inserts. (Shown looking up at the underside of the heat strip.)
Wire the heat strip control box.
Attach the included rubber cord boot around the wire. The rounded side must face the top of the breath guard. Install the slotted end cap onto the frame and push the boot firmly into the slot. (Shown looking up at the underside of the heat strip.)
Tighten the set screw until snug. (Shown looking up at the underside of the heat strip.)
Install the end cap without the slot onto the opposite end of the frame.

LIGHT STRIP INSTALLATION

Kit Item No.	For Use Over
350752	46′
350753	60′
350754	74′
350755	88′
350756	2 Well
350757	3 Well
350758	4 Well
350759	5 Well
350755	6 Well

NOTICE

Light assembly connection must be performed by a licensed electrician.

If this is a retrofit installation

Remove the upright caps and top glass before proceeding with the installation.
Remove the frame plugs from the insides of the long sides of the top frame.

Installation

Center and hold the light assembly up to the inside of the front or back frame tube. Mark holes that will require mounting anchor.
Press the threaded inserts into the marked frame holes. Install a bolt with washer into an anchor and tighten with the supplied fallen wrench until snug wrench. Repeat for each hole.
Install the included large grommet into the frame hole on the power supply end. Pull the power supply wiring from the cabinet up through the hole in the upright.
Install the included small grommet into the end frame hole nearest to the power supply. Pull the power supply wiring through the frame and through the grommet installed in the end hole.
Wire the light. Tuck the wire nuts into the back of the light assembly.
Attach the light assembly to the frame tube with the supplied bolts.
Install the hole plugs into the light assembly holes.
Install the end caps.