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Beverage Air
3779 Champion Blvd
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
MANUAL
VM2, VM7, VM12, VM18
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Table of Contents INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL ........................................................................ 1 APPLICATION ...................................................................................................................................... 3 PRODUCT REGISTRATION ................................................................................................................ 3 DIRECTIONS FOR STORAGE AND HANDLING THE EQUIPMENT ................................
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CAREFULLY READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual provides instructions in how to best locate, operate, and maintain this equipment. It is recommended to keep this manual for any future reference. APPLICATION The VM series of coolers have a sanitation listing permitting the merchandising of packaged food and beverage product. The unit must be located in an indoor environment where the ambient must be o maintained less than 75 F/55%RH. PRODUCT REGISTRATION Write down the Serial nu
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PLACING AND INSTALLING THE EQUIPMENT ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS THIS UNIT CANNOT BE INSTALLED IN ENVIRONMENTS WITH EXPLOSIVE GASES. THE EQUIPMENT IS DESIGNED ONLY FOR INDOOR OPERATION. The unit must be located in an indoor environment where the ambient is maintained less than o 75 F/55%RH. For the correct performance of the refrigerating system, it is very important to leave at least 10 cm (4") of free space both at the sides and back to allow proper air circulation. Care must b
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance. VM units require a dedicated outlet with the following type of receptacle: VM 2/7 - 5-15R VM 12/18 - 5-20R The use of extension cords is not permitted and will void the warranty. Voltage Current Circuit Model (V) (A) Required (A) VM2 120
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When loading products: - Do not block the lower ventilation grille with the packages about to be loaded. (Fig. 5) - Do not block the return vents that ensure a proper refrigerated air circulation. (Fig. 6) - Do not over hang the shelf. - Do not press the product against the rear wall - Never exceed the shelf weight limits. (See Shelf Specifications Pg.10) FIGURE 5 FIGURE 6 UNIT OPERATION AND COMPONENTS ELECTRONIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL:
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COMPRESSORS: The VM2, and VM7 has a single hermetic compressor. The VM12 and VM18 each have two hermetic compressors that start in two steps with a delay of 10 seconds to reduce the in-rush of current to the unit. CONDENSERS: The VM 7, 12, and 18 units incorporate a "maintenance free" condenser design in the refrigeration system which reduces the need for the regular cleaning process that fin and tube condensers require. Besides the savings in preventive maintenance costs, energy e
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PRESCRIPTIONS, PROHIBITIONS AND OTHER USES FOR THE EQUIPMENT The equipment has been exclusively designed to maintain the proper temperature of packaged fresh food and beverages. Because the unit is not designed to cool the product down quickly, the product must be loaded at its appropriate temperature. Displaying pharmaceutical products in this unit is prohibited. (Fig.8) CAUTION - Do not remove grilles or panels that require using tools to be accessed - Do not keep the un
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MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES Regularly and carefully cleaning the equipment prevents deterioration and product alteration. CLEANING THE UNIT Clean every week with only a damp piece of cloth and neutral soap each external and internal surface, and dry them with a clean soft cloth (Fig. 10). FIGURE 10 Never use flammable or abrasive products. The unit must never be cleaned with water jets. IMPORTANT: During maintenance and cleaning operations, make sure that good visibility condit
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TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE If technical personnel assistance is required, you must immediately contact your distributor, specifying the kind of problem and clearly indicating the equipment model and serial number. If replacing parts is required, do it through your distributor. WARNING: Always ask for original spare parts AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR: _____________________________________ COMMERCIAL NAME: _____________________________________ ADDRESS: _________________________
