Models
Undercounter Side-Mount
Worktop Side-Mount
Steelheart Series
Refrigerated Kitchen Equipment
Instruction Manual
Issued: 1-19-2024
hoshizakiamerica.com
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WARNING
Only qualied service technicians should install and service the appliance. To
obtain the name and phone number of your local Hoshizaki Certied Service
Representative, visit www.hoshizakiamerica.com. No installation or service should
be undertaken until the technician has thoroughly read this Instruction Manual.
Likewise, the owner/manager should not proceed to operate the appliance until the
installer has instructed them on its proper operation. Failure to install, operate, and
maintain the appliance in accordance with this manual may adversely affect safety,
performance, component life, and warranty coverage. Proper installation is the
responsibility of the installer. Product failure or property damage due to improper
installation is not covered under warranty.
Hoshizaki provides this manual primarily to assist qualied service technicians in the
installation, maintenance, and service of the appliance.
Should the reader have any questions or concerns which have not been satisfactorily
addressed, please call, send an e-mail message, or write to the Hoshizaki Technical
Support Department for assistance.
Phone: 1-800-233-1940; (770) 487-2331
Fax: 1-800-843-1056; (770) 487-3360
E-mail: techsuppor[email protected]
618 Highway 74 South
Peachtree City, GA 30269
Attn: Hoshizaki Technical Support Department
NOTE: To expedite assistance, all correspondence/communication MUST include the
following information:
• Model Number
• Serial Number
• Complete and detailed explanation of the problem.
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IMPORTANT
This manual should be read carefully before the appliance is installed and operated.
Read the warnings and guidelines contained in this booklet carefully as they
provide essential information for the continued safe use and maintenance of the
appliance. Retain this booklet for any further reference that may be necessary.
CONTENTS
Important Safety Information ................................................................................................. 4
I. Installation Instructions ....................................................................................................... 8
A. Location ........................................................................................................................ 8
B. Checks Before Installation ............................................................................................. 9
C. Setup ............................................................................................................................. 9
1. Remove the Appliance from the Pallet ..................................................................... 9
2. Check the Refrigeration Circuit ...............................................................................11
3. Position the Appliance and Lock the Front Casters ...............................................11
4. Install the Shelves ................................................................................................... 11
D. Door Reversal.............................................................................................................. 12
E. Door/Drawer Reversal ................................................................................................. 16
F. Electrical Connection ................................................................................................... 23
G. Final Checklist ............................................................................................................ 24
II. Operating Instructions ...................................................................................................... 25
A. Important Notes About Usage ..................................................................................... 25
B. Startup ........................................................................................................................ 27
C. Controls and Adjustments ........................................................................................... 27
1. Temperature Display ............................................................................................... 27
2. Adjusting the Temperature Setpoint ....................................................................... 28
3. Cabinet Temperature Display Scale (°F or °C) ...................................................... 28
D. Cabinet Control Display Icons ..................................................................................... 29
E. Defrost ......................................................................................................................... 30
F. Cabinet Control Alarm Safeties .................................................................................... 32
G. Food Storage .............................................................................................................. 33
H. Safety Devices ............................................................................................................ 33
I. Cooling Performance .................................................................................................... 34
J. Cabinet Condensation ................................................................................................. 34
III. Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 35
A. Maintenance Schedule ................................................................................................ 35
B. Cleaning ...................................................................................................................... 36
IV. Prepare the Appliance for Periods of Non-Use ............................................................... 38
V. Disposal ........................................................................................................................... 39
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Important Safety Information
Throughout this manual, notices appear to bring your attention to situations which could
result in death, serious injury, damage to the appliance, or damage to property.
Flammable Refrigerant Used
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
Indicates a situation that, if not avoided, could result in damage
to the appliance or property.
IMPORTANT
Indicates important information about the use and care of the
appliance.
DANGER
Risk of Fire or Explosion
Flammable Refrigerant Used
• Follow handling instructions carefully in
compliance with government regulations.
• Do not use mechanical devices to defrost.
• Do not puncture refrigerant tubing. Risk
of re or explosion due to puncture
of refrigerant tubing; follow handling
instructions carefully.
• Component parts shall be replaced with
like components.
• Servicing shall be done by factory
authorized service personnel to minimize
the risk of possible ignition due to
incorrect parts or improper service.
• Consult instruction manual/service manual
before attempting to install or service this
product. All safety precautions must be
followed.
• Dispose of properly in accordance with
federal or local regulations.
• Do not place any potential ignition sources
in or near the appliance.
Risque De Feu Ou D'Explosion
Le Frigorigène Est Inammable
• Suivre attentivement les instructions
de manipulation conformément à la
réglementation gouvernementale.
• Ne pas utiliser d'appareils mécaniques
pour dégivrer.
• Ne pas perforer la tubulure contenant le
frigorigène. Risque de feu ou d'explosion
si la tubulure contenant le frigorigène
est perforée; suivre les instructions de
manutention avec soin.
• Les pièces des composants doivent être
remplacées par des pièces et accessoires
équivalents.
• L’entretien doit être effectué par le
personnel de service autorisé par le
fabricant an de minimiser les risques
d’inammation attribuables à l’installation
d’une pièce inadéquate ou à la mauvaise
exécution du service.
• Consulter le manuel du propriétaire/
guide de réparation avant de tenter une
réparation. Toutes les mesures de sécurité
doivent être respectées.
• Éliminer conformément aux règlements
fédéraux ou locaux.
• Ne placez aucune source d’inammation
potentielle dans ou près de l’appareil.
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WARNING
The appliance should be destined only to
the use for which it has been expressly
conceived. Any other use should be
considered improper and therefore
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be
held responsible for injury or damage
resulting from improper, incorrect, and
unreasonable use. Failure to install,
operate, and maintain the appliance
in accordance with this manual will
adversely affect safety, performance,
component life, and warranty coverage.
To reduce the risk of death, electric
shock, serious injury, or re, follow
basic precautions including the
following:
• The appliance requires an independent
power supply of proper capacity. See the
nameplate for electrical specications.
Failure to use an independent power
supply of proper capacity can result in a
tripped breaker, blown fuse, damage to
existing wiring, or component failure.
This could lead to heat generation or re.
• Only qualied service technicians should
install and service the appliance.
• The appliance must be installed in
accordance with applicable national, state,
and local codes and regulations.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
touch the plug with damp hands.
• Unplug the appliance before servicing.
• Keep all ventilation openings clear of
obstructions in the appliance enclosure or
in the structure for building-in.
• Do not use mechanical devices or other
means to accelerate the defrosting
process, other than those recommended
by the manufacturer.
• Do not damage the refrigeration circuit.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside
the food storage compartments unless
they are of the type recommended by the
manufacturer.
WARNING, continued
• THE APPLIANCE MUST BE
GROUNDED. The appliance is equipped
with a NEMA5-15 three-prong grounding
plug to reduce the risk of potential
shock hazards. It must be plugged into a
properly grounded, independent 3-prong
wall outlet. If the outlet is a 2-prong outlet,
it is your personal responsibility to have
a qualied electrician replace it with a
properly grounded, independent 3-prong
wall outlet. Do not remove the ground
prong from the power cord and do not use
an adapter plug. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in death, electric
shock, or re.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Do not use an appliance with a damaged
power cord. The power cord should not be
altered, jerked, bundled, weighed down,
pinched, or tangled. Such actions could
result in electric shock or re. To unplug
the appliance, be sure to pull the plug, not
the cord, and do not jerk the cord.
• The GREEN ground wire in the
factory-installed power cord is connected
to the appliance. If it becomes necessary
to remove or replace the power cord, be
sure to connect the power cord's ground
wire.
• Wear appropriate personal protective
equipment (PPE) when servicing the
appliance.
• Appliance is heavy. Use care when lifting
or positioning. Work in pairs when needed
to prevent injury or damage. Do not lift
using the top section or the doors/drawers.
• Do not splash, pour, or spray water directly
onto or into the appliance.
This might cause short circuit, electric
shock, corrosion, or failure.
• Do not make any alterations to the
appliance. Alterations could result in
electric shock, injury, re, or damage to
the appliance.
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WARNING, continued
• Do not block air inlets or outlets, otherwise
cooling performance may be reduced.
• Do not tightly pack the cabinet. Allow some
space between items to ensure good air
ow. Also allow space between items and
interior surfaces.
• Do not put warm or hot foods in the cabinet.
Let them cool rst, or they will raise the
cabinet temperature and could deteriorate
other foods in the cabinet or overload the
appliance.
• Food storage and handling must comply
with applicable codes and regulations.
• All foods should be wrapped in plastic lm
or stored in sealed containers. Otherwise
foods may dry up, pass their smells onto
other foods, cause frost to develop, result
in poor appliance performance, or increase
the likelihood of cross-contamination.
Certain dressings and food ingredients,
if not stored in sealed containers, may
accelerate corrosion of the evaporator,
resulting in failure.
• Do not store items near air outlets.
Otherwise, items may freeze up and
crack or break causing a risk of injury or
contamination of other food.
• The appliance is designed only for
temporary storage of food. Employ sanitary
methods. Use for any other purposes (for
example, storage of chemicals or medical
supplies such as vaccine and serum) could
cause deterioration of stored items.
WARNING, continued
• Be careful not to pinch ngers when
opening and closing the doors/drawers.
Be careful when opening and closing the
doors/drawers when children are in the
area.
• Children should be properly supervised
around the appliance.
• Do not climb, stand, or hang on the
appliance or doors/drawers or allow
children or animals to do so. Do not climb
into the appliance or allow children or
animals to do so. Death or serious injury
could occur or the appliance could be
damaged.
• Open and close the doors/drawers with
care. Opening the doors/drawers too
quickly or forcefully may cause injury or
damage to the appliance or surrounding
equipment.
• Do not use combustible spray or place
volatile or ammable substances in or near
the appliance. They might catch re.
• Keep the area around the appliance clean.
Dirt, dust, or insects in the appliance could
cause harm to individuals or damage to
the equipment.
• Do not throw anything onto the shelves or
load any single shelf with more than 120lb.
(54.5 kg) of product. They might fall off and
cause injury.
• Do not load any single drawer with more
than 75 lb. (34 kg) of product. Depending
on the weight of product in the drawers,
secure the appliance as necessary to
prevent it from overturning. Do not open
more than one drawer at a time.
• The appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory, or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
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NOTICE
• Protect the oor when moving the
appliance to prevent damage to the oor.
• Keep ventilation openings clear of
obstruction.
• The factory-installed rear bumpers
must be in place to ensure proper rear
clearance. Blockage of airow could
negatively affect performance and
damage the appliance.
• Do not allow the appliance to bear any
outside weight.
• To prevent deformation or cracks, do not
spray insecticide onto the plastic parts or
let them come into contact with oil.
• To avoid damage to the gasket, use only
the door/drawer handle when opening
and closing.
• Do not leave the doors/drawers open.
• To avoid damage to the top seal, do not
lift the appliance by the top section or
remove the top section.
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I. Installation Instructions
WARNING
• The appliance must be installed in accordance with all applicable national, state,
and local regulations.
• Appliance is heavy. Use care when lifting or positioning. Work in pairs when
needed to prevent injury or damage. Do not lift using the refrigeration area, the
top section, or the doors/drawers.
• Do not tilt the appliance more than 45°.
A. Location
WARNING
• The appliance is not intended for outdoor use.
• Certied to maintain NSF temperatures between 45°F to 100°F (7°C to 38°C).
• Operation of the appliance, for extended periods, outside of these temperature
ranges may affect appliance performance.
For best operating results:
• The appliance should not be located next to ovens, grills, or other high heat producing
equipment.
• The location should provide a rm and level foundation for the appliance.
• The appliance should not be located in a corrosive environment.
• Allow 1" (3 cm) clearance at left sides for proper air circulation. The factory-installed rear
bumpers must be in place to ensure proper rear clearance.
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B. Checks Before Installation
WARNING
Refer to the nameplate for electrical specications. The nameplate is located on
the right side wall of the cabinet interior. For more electrical connection details, see
"I.F. Electrical Connection." We reserve the right to make specication and design
changes without prior notice.
• Visually inspect the exterior of the shipping package and immediately report any damage
to the carrier. Upon opening the package, any concealed damage should also be
immediately reported to the carrier.
• Remove the shipping carton, tape, and packing material. Also remove the protective
plastic lm from both the exterior panels. If the appliance is exposed to the sun or to heat,
remove the lm after the appliance cools.
• Remove all accessory containers before discarding the packing materials. Dispose of all
packing materials in a proper and environmentally responsible manner.
• Check for missing or damaged accessories.
C. Setup
1. Remove the Appliance from the Pallet
1) Move as close to the nal location as possible.
2) Remove the 2 bolts securing the appliance to the pallet, then remove the appliance
from the pallet. Block the appliance securely at a height of 8" (20 cm) off the oor.
Place the blocks at the inside area next to the caster holes. See Fig. 2.
NOTICE! Do not place the blocks under the refrigeration area or under the doors
or drawers of the appliance. Do not lay the appliance down.
Nameplate
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Cabinet Area
Blocks
Model Shown: ULR67B
Caster Mounting Holes
Caster Mounting Holes
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3) Attach the casters to the bottom of the appliance. Locking casters should be attached to
the front of the appliance. See Fig. 3a, 3b, or 3c. NOTICE! Do not place blocks under
the refrigeration area or doors/drawers of the appliance. Do not lay the appliance
down.
a) XLX46B(-D2): Attach all 6 casters. See Fig. 3a. WARNING! On XLX46B(-D2) models,
all 6 casters must be installed. Otherwise, appliance may tip.
NOTICE! Ensure casters are completely threaded into the appliance and tight.
b) XLX60B(-DX) and XLX67B(-DX): Attach the 4 casters under the cabinet area.
See Fig. 3b. WARNING! Do not attach the casters under the compressor area
in the outer left inserts. NOTICE! Ensure casters are completely threaded into
appliance and tight.
Fig. 3b
Door
Locking Casters in Front
Fig. 3a
Fig. 3c
c) XLX93B(-DX): Attach the 6 casters under the cabinet area. See Fig. 3c.
WARNING! Do not attach the casters under the compressor area in the outer
left inserts. NOTICE! Ensure casters are completely threaded into appliance and
tight.
Model Shown: ULR67B
Model Shown: ULR46B
Locking Casters in Front
Door
Outer Left Inserts
Compressor Area
Model Shown: ULR93B
Locking Casters in Front
Door
Cabinet Area
Cabinet Area
Cabinet Area
Outer Left Inserts
Outer Left Inserts
X
X
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Fig. 4
Shelf
Support
Clips
Pilaster
Shelves
2. Check the Refrigeration Circuit
Visually check that the refrigerant lines do not rub or touch other lines or surfaces and
that the condenser fan blade turns freely.
3. Position the Appliance and Lock the Front Casters
The front casters on the appliance are lockable. After positioning the appliance in its nal
location, lock the front casters.
4. Install the Shelves
1) For each shelf, place the shelf support clips into the pilasters at the desired height
(4 shelf support clips per shelf). See Fig. 4.
2) Place the shelves in position on the support clips.
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Lower Hinge Bracket
5) Remove the lower hinge bracket. See Fig. 7. Be sure to leave the thrust washer in place.
6) Clear the foam from the lower hinge bracket mounting holes prior to securing lower
hinge bracket in its new location. Install the lower hinge bracket in its new location.
Be sure the lower hinge bracket is pushed all the way in and the thrustwasher is in its
original position. See Fig. 8.
Fig. 7
Bolts
Thrust
Washer
D. Door Reversal
The appliance is provided with a cabinet design which, after being delivered to the
installation location, permits changing of the door swing from left to right or right to left.
To change the door swing, follow the steps below. Example shows change from right
hinged to left hinged.
WARNING
• Wear proper PPE (personal protection equipment) when executing these
procedures (safety glasses and gloves).
• Keep ngers away from edge of upper hinge bracket. Spring cartridge can cause
the upper hinge bracket to move suddenly with extreme force.
Door and Lower Hinge Removal and Relocation
1) Remove all items from the appliance. Make sure the appliance is unplugged from the
electrical outlet. Move the appliance out for ease of access then lock the casters.
2) With the door closed, loosen, but do not remove, the upper hinge bracket outer screw.
See Fig. 5. Next, open the door to the fully open position and remove the upper hinge
bracket inner screw. See Fig. 6.
3) Slide the upper hinge bracket out from under the outer screw and remove the door.
WARNING! Keep away from upper hinge bracket. Upper hinge bracket may spring
closed.
4) Replace the upper hinge bracket inner screw in its original position and tighten, then
tighten the upper hinge bracket outer screw.
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Upper Hinge
Bracket Inner
Screw
Door Fully Open
WARNING! Upper
hinge bracket may
spring closed
Lower Hinge Bracket
Bolts
Thrust Washer
Fig. 8
Upper Hinge Bracket
Outer Screw
Door Closed
Upper Hinge Bracket
Upper Hinge
Bracket
Lower Hinge
Bracket
Mounting Holes
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Upper Hinge
Bracket
Door
Fig. 9
Screw
Washer
Upper Hinge Bracket Removal and Spring Cartridge Relocation
7) While preventing the upper hinge bracket from rotating, remove the upper hinge bracket
from the spring cartridge. See Fig. 9. Note which side of the upper hinge bracket is
facing up.
8) Remove the ller cap, ller screws, and spring cartridge. See Fig. 10. Leave the thrust
washers in place on the spring cartridge. NOTICE! Spring cartridge may be difficult
to remove. Be careful not to damage the nish.
Filler Cap
Door
Spring Cartridge
Filler Screws
Thrust Washers
Screws
Fig. 10
9) Clear foam from the spring cartridge hole to allow for spring cartridge installation.
See Fig. 11. Install the spring cartridge in its new location. Reinstall the ller cap and
ller screws on the opposite side of the door.
Filler Screws
Filler Cap
Door
Spring Cartridge
Screws
Fig. 11
Lower Door Prep and Upper Hinge Bracket Relocation
10) Remove the ller cap and nylon bearing from the bottom of the door. SeeFig.12.
Reinstall on the opposite side.
11) Make sure the thrust washers are in place on the spring cartridge, then ip the upper
hinge bracket over from its original position and install onto the spring cartridge in
the door open position. See Fig. 13. The upper hinge bracket should be positioned as
shown.
Upper Hinge Bracket
Inside of
Door
Screw
Washer
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
Filler Cap
Nylon Bearing
Thrust Washers
Upper Hinge
Bracket Inner
Screw Hole
Spring Cartridge Hole
Upper Hinge
Bracket Outer
Screw Slot
Thrust
Washers
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Door Installation
12) Remove the black plastic ller cap located from the hole above where the spring
cartridge screw will line up. Note: The black plastic ller cap is not reusable.
13) Remove the upper hinge bracket screws from the new location and apply Loctite
Threadlocker Blue 242 or 243 to the threads. Next, start the upper hinge bracket
outer screw into the appliance. Rotate a few threads into the appliance; do not tighten
thescrew. See Fig. 14.
14) Be sure the lower hinge bracket thrust washer is in place, then place the door on the
lower hinge bracket in the fully open position. Slide the door upper hinge bracket outer
slot onto the upper hinge bracket outer screw. See Fig. 15.
15) Install the upper hinge bracket inner screw and tighten.
Fig. 14
Fig. 15
Door Fully Open
Lower Hinge Bracket
Upper Hinge Bracket
Outer Screw
Upper Hinge
Bracket Outer
Screw
Door Fully Open
Upper Hinge
Bracket
Upper Hinge
Bracket Inner
Screw
Upper Hinge Bracket
Outer Screw
Upper Hinge
Bracket Inner
Screw
Black Plastic Filler Cap
Upper Hinge
Bracket Outer
Screw
Upper Hinge
Bracket
WARNING! Upper
hinge bracket may
spring closed
Thrust
Washer
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16) Close the door and tighten the upper hinge bracket outer screw.
See Fig. 16.
Fig. 16
Upper Hinge
Bracket
Upper Hinge Bracket
Outer Screw
17) Check the door operation to assure it opens and closes properly. Note: Hold door at
45°angle from closed position and release. Door should close on its own. If not, adjust
hinge bracket.
18) Unlock the casters and move the appliance back into its original position. Lock the
casters once in position, then plug the appliance back into the electrical outlet. Allow the
appliance to cool down prior to putting product back in.
Door Fully Closed
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3) Remove the 4 mullion screws, then cut the front mullion silicone loose and remove the
mullion. See Fig. 18.
Fig. 18
Mullion Screws
Mullion Silicone
Mullion Silicone
Mullion
E. Door/Drawer Reversal
The appliance is provided with a cabinet design which, after being delivered to the
installation location, permits changing of the drawer and door locations. To change the
drawer and door locations, follow the steps below.
WARNING
• Wear proper PPE (personal protection equipment) when executing these
procedures (safety glasses and gloves).
• Keep ngers away from edge of upper hinge bracket. Spring cartridge can cause
the upper hinge bracket to move suddenly with extreme force.
Drawer and Drawer Cartridge Removal
1) Remove all items from the appliance. Make sure the appliance is unplugged from the
electrical outlet. Move the appliance out for ease of access then lock the casters.
2) Remove the drawers. Pull the drawer out to its fully extended position. Open the safety
clips (one on each side) by sliding them forward. See Fig. 17. Lift up on the handle
slightly, then pull to disengage the drawer. Be sure to support the rear and front of the
drawer while removing it and note which is the upper and lower drawer.
WARNING! Be sure to close the safety clips when reinstalling the drawer.
Upper Drawer
Lower Drawer
Drawer
Cartridge
Fig. 17
Safety Clips
Safety Clip
Closed
Safety Clip
Open
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4) Remove the 4 rear screws from the left and right drawer cartridge frames
(2 per side). See Fig. 19.
5) Remove the 8 front screws from the left and right drawer cartridge frames (4 per side),
then remove the cartridge frames from the appliance.
Pilaster and Filler Screw Relocation
6) Remove the 12 pilaster ller screws from the current drawer section. See Fig. 20.
Fig. 19
Fig. 20
Rear Pilaster
Filler Screws
Rear Screws
Front Screws
Left Drawer
Cartridge Frame
Right Drawer
Cartridge Frame
Front Pilaster
Filler Screws
Rear Pilaster
Filler Screws
Front Pilaster
Filler Screws
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7) Remove the shelves from the door section, then remove the pilasters and place and
secure them in the new location (current drawer location). See Fig. 21. Note: Other than
in a center location, outer pilasters mount on the side wall not the rear wall.
8) Place and secure the pilaster ller screws removed in step 6 into the new drawer
location (current door location).
Shelves
Pilasters
Pilasters
9) Remove the drawer cartridge frame rear ller screws from the new location (current
door location). Place the drawer cartridge frame ller screws in the new door location
and tighten. Replace the shelves. See Fig. 22.
Fig. 21
Rear Filler
Screws
Shelves
Rear Filler
Screws
Fig. 22
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Door Relocation
10) With the door closed, loosen, but do not remove, the upper hinge bracket outer screw.
See Fig. 23. Next, open the door to the fully open position and remove the upper hinge
bracket inner screw. See Fig. 24.
11) Slide the upper hinge bracket out from under the outer screw and remove the door.
WARNING! Keep away from upper hinge bracket. Upper hinge bracket may spring
closed.
12) Replace the upper hinge bracket inner screw in its original position and tighten, then
tighten the upper hinge bracket outer screw.
Upper Hinge
Bracket Outer
Screw
Door Closed
Upper Hinge
Bracket Inner
Screw
Door Fully Open
WARNING! Upper
hinge bracket may
spring closed
13) Remove the lower hinge bracket. See Fig. 25. Be sure to leave the thrust washer in
place.
14) Clear the foam from the lower hinge bracket mounting holes prior to securing the lower
hinge bracket in its new location. Install the lower hinge bracket in its new location.
Be sure the lower hinge bracket is pushed all the way in and the thrust washer is in its
original position.
Lower Hinge Bracket
Bolts
Thrust
Washer
Lower Hinge Bracket
Bolts
Thrust Washer
15) Remove the black plastic ller cap located from the hole above where the spring
cartridge screw will line up. Note: The black plastic ller cap is not reusable.
16) Remove the upper hinge bracket screws from the new location and apply Loctite
Threadlocker Blue 242 or 243 to the threads. Next, start the upper hinge bracket
outer screw into the appliance. Rotate a few threads into the appliance; do not tighten
thescrew. See Fig. 26.
Fig. 23
Fig. 25
Fig. 26
Upper Hinge Bracket
Upper Hinge Bracket
Upper Hinge Bracket
Outer Screw
Upper Hinge
Bracket Inner
Screw
Black Plastic Filler Cap
Upper Hinge
Bracket Outer
Screw
Fig. 24
Lower Hinge
Bracket
Mounting Holes
20
17) Be sure the lower hinge bracket thrust washer is in place, then place the door on the
lower hinge bracket in the fully open position. Slide the door upper hinge bracket outer
slot onto the upper hinge bracket outer screw. See Fig. 27.
18) Install the upper hinge bracket inner screw and tighten.
Upper Hinge
Bracket Inner
Screw
Door Fully Open
WARNING! Upper
hinge bracket may
spring closed
19) Close the door and tighten the upper hinge bracket outer screw. See Fig. 28.
Fig. 27
Upper Hinge
Bracket Outer
Screw
Upper Hinge
Bracket Outer
Screw
Door Fully
Open
Lower Hinge
Bracket
Upper Hinge
Bracket
Thrust Washer
Upper Hinge
Bracket
20) Check the door operation to assure it opens and closes properly. Note: Hold door at
45°angle from closed position and release. Door should close on its own. If not, adjust
hinge bracket.
Upper Hinge Bracket
Outer Screw
Upper Hinge Bracket
Door Fully Closed
Fig. 28
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21) Place the drawer cartridge frame removed in step 5, in place and secure to the rear
panel with screws removed in step 4. See Fig. 29.
22) Using a 1/8" drill bit, drill pilot holes in all 4 front mounting holes. See g. 29.
23) Secure the drawer cartridge to the appliance with the screws removed in step 5.
24) Repeat steps 21 through 23 for the opposite side drawer cartridge frame.
Left Drawer
Cartridge Frame
4 Front Mounting Holes
Rear Screws
Fig. 29
Right Drawer
Cartridge Frame
Rear Screws
25) Place the mullion in its correct position and secure with screws removed in step3.
26) Place a bead of food grade silicone down the 2 outside vertical gaps between the
mullion and appliance. See Fig. 30.
4 Front Mounting Holes
Fig. 30
Mullion
Silicone
Location for
Mullion
Silicone
Location for
Mullion
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Fig. 31
27) Place the lower drawer in the lower drawer slides and the upper drawer in the upper
drawer slides. See Fig. 31. WARNING! Be sure to close the safety clips after
reinstalling the drawer.
28) Make sure all gaskets are making good contact. Using a ashlight, check that there are
no openings around all gaskets.
29) Unlock the casters and move the appliance back into its original position. Lock the
casters once in position, then plug the appliance back into the electrical outlet. Allow the
appliance to cool down prior to putting product back in.
Drawer
Door
Door
Drawer
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F. Electrical Connection
WARNING
• Electrical connection must meet national, state, and local electrical code
requirements. Failure to meet these code requirements could result in death,
electric shock, serious injury, re, or severe damage to equipment.
• The appliance requires an independent power supply of proper capacity.
See the nameplate for electrical specications. Failure to use an independent
power supply of proper capacity can result in a tripped breaker, blown fuse,
damage to existing wiring, or component failure. This could lead to heat
generation or re.
• THE APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED. The appliance is equipped with a
NEMA5-15 three-prong grounding plug to reduce the risk of potential shock
hazards. It must be plugged into a properly grounded, independent 3-prong wall
outlet. If the outlet is a 2-prong outlet, it is your personal responsibility to have
a qualied electrician replace it with a properly grounded, independent 3-prong
wall outlet. Do not remove the ground prong from the power cord and do not use
an adapter plug. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death, electric
shock, or re.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not touch the plug with damp hands.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Do not use an appliance with a damaged power cord. The power cord should not
be altered, jerked, bundled, weighed down, pinched, or tangled. Such actions
could result in electric shock or re. To unplug the appliance, be sure to pull the
plug, not the cord, and do not jerk the cord.
• The GREEN ground wire in the factory-installed power cord is connected to the
appliance. If it becomes necessary to remove or replace the power cord, be sure
to connect the power cord's ground wire.
• Usually an electrical permit and services of a licensed electrician are required.
• The maximum allowable voltage variation is ±10 percent of the nameplate rating.
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G. Final Checklist
1) Is the appliance level?
2) Have the casters been properly installed and have the front casters been locked?
3) Is the appliance in a site where the ambient temperature is constantly within 45°F to
100°F (7°C to 38°C)?
4) Have the shipping carton, tape, and packing material been removed from the
appliance? Has the protective plastic lm been removed from both the exterior panels?
5) Have the appliance and accessories been checked for shipping damage?
6) Are the factory-installed rear bumpers in place to ensure proper rear clearance?
7) Has the power supply voltage been checked or tested against the nameplate rating?
Is the power supply a properly grounded, independent wall outlet? Does the electrical
connection meet all national, state, and local code and regulation requirements.
8) Have the refrigerant lines been checked to make sure they do not rub or touch other
lines or surfaces? Has the condenser fan blade been checked to make sure it turns
freely? Is the compressor securely attached?
9) Have the shelves been adjusted to the desired height?
10) Has the end user been given the instruction manual, and instructed on how to operate
the appliance and the importance of the recommended periodic maintenance?
11) Has the end user been given the name and telephone number of an authorized service
agent?
12) Has the warranty card been lled out and forwarded to the factory for warranty
registration?
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II. Operating Instructions
A. Important Notes About Usage
Flammable Refrigerant Used
DANGER
Risk of Fire or Explosion
Flammable Refrigerant Used
• Do not use mechanical devices to defrost.
• Do not puncture refrigerant tubing. Risk
of re or explosion due to puncture
of refrigerant tubing; follow handling
instructions carefully.
• Do not place any potential ignition sources
in or near the appliance.
Risque De Feu Ou D'Explosion
Le Frigorigène Est Inammable
• Ne pas utiliser d'appareils mécaniques
pour dégivrer.
• Ne pas perforer la tubulure contenant le
frigorigène. Risque de feu ou d'explosion
si la tubulure contenant le frigorigène
est perforée; suivre les instructions de
manutention avec soin.
• Ne placez aucune source d’inammation
potentielle dans ou près de l’appareil.
WARNING
• Only qualied service technicians should
install and service the appliance.
• Wear appropriate personal protective
equipment (PPE) when servicing the
appliance.
• Failure to install, operate, and maintain
the appliance in accordance with this
manual may adversely affect safety,
performance, component life, and
warranty coverage.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do
not touch the plug with damp hands.
• The appliance must be maintained in
accordance with the instruction manual
and labels provided with the icemaker.
Consult with your local Hoshizaki
Certied Service Representative about
maintenance service.
• The appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory, or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
• To avoid damage to the gasket, use only
the door/drawer handle when opening
and closing.
• Do not splash, pour, or spray water
directly onto or into the appliance. This
might cause short circuit, electric shock,
corrosion, or failure.
• Children should be properly supervised
around the appliance.
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WARNING, continued
• The appliance is designed only for
temporary storage of food. Employ
sanitary methods. Use for any other
purposes (for example, storage of
chemicals or medical supplies such
as vaccine and serum) could cause
deterioration of stored items.
• Do not block air inlets or outlets, otherwise
cooling performance may be reduced.
• Do not put warm or hot foods in the
cabinet. Let them cool rst, or they will
raise the cabinet temperature and could
deteriorate other foods in the cabinet or
overload the appliance.
• Food storage and handling must comply
with applicable codes and regulations.
• All foods should be wrapped in plastic
lm or stored in sealed containers.
Otherwise foods may dry up, pass their
smells onto other foods, cause frost
to develop, result in poor appliance
performance, or increase the likelihood of
cross-contamination. Certain dressings
and food ingredients, if not stored in
sealed containers, may accelerate
corrosion of the evaporator, resulting in
failure.
NOTICE
• Protect the oor when moving the
appliance to prevent damage to the oor.
• Keep ventilation openings clear of
obstruction.
• The factory-installed rear bumpers
must be in place to ensure proper rear
clearance. Blockage of airow could
negatively affect performance and
damage the appliance.
• Do not allow the appliance to bear any
outside weight.
• To prevent deformation or cracks, do not
spray insecticide onto the plastic parts or
let them come into contact with oil.
• Do not leave the doors/drawers open.
WARNING, continued
• Be careful not to pinch ngers when
opening and closing the doors/drawers.
Be careful when opening and closing the
doors/drawers when children are in the
area.
• Open and close the doors/drawers with
care. Opening the doors/drawers cover
too quickly or forcefully may cause
injury or damage to the appliance or
surrounding equipment.
• Do not use combustible spray or place
volatile or ammable substances in or
near the appliance. They might catch re.
• Keep the area around the appliance clean.
Dirt, dust, or insects in the appliance
could cause harm to individuals or
damage to the equipment.
• Do not throw anything onto the shelves
or load any single shelf with more than
120lb. (54.5 kg) of product. They might fall
off and cause injury.
• Do not load any single drawer with more
than 75 lb. (34 kg) of product. Depending
on the weight of product in the drawers,
secure the unit as necessary to prevent it
from overturning. Do not open more than
one drawer at a time.
• Do not store items near air outlets.
Otherwise, items may freeze up and
crack or break causing a risk of injury or
contamination of other food.
• Do not climb, stand, or hang on the
appliance or doors/drawers or allow
children or animals to do so. Do not climb
into the appliance or allow children or
animals to do so. Death or serious injury
could occur or the appliance could be
damaged.
• Do not tightly pack the cabinet. Allow
some space between items to ensure
good air ow. Also allow space between
items and interior surfaces.
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B. Startup
WARNING
• All parts are factory-adjusted. Improper adjustments may adversely affect safety,
performance, component life, and warranty coverage.
• If the appliance is turned off, wait for at least 3 minutes before restarting the
appliance to prevent damage to the compressor.
Allow the appliance to cool down prior to loading it with food products.
1) Plug the appliance into the electrical outlet. At startup, there is a slight delay before the
compressor starts. If the temperature is not displayed, press the "U" button for 1 sec.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not touch the plug with damp
hands.
C. Controls and Adjustments
1. Temperature Display
The cabinet temperature is displayed on the control module. See Fig. 32.
The factory display setting is in °F.
To convert from °F to °C, see "II.C.3. Changing the Temperature Display Scale
(°F or °C)."
Compressor Icon
Alarm
Icon
Control Module
ON/OFF
Button
Service Button
Up/Manual Defrost Button
Down Button
Fig. 32
Evaporator Fan Motor Icon
Defrost Icon
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2. Adjusting the Temperature Setpoint
The temperature setpoint is used to adjust the amount of cooling for the cabinet.
Note: The temperature differential for the compressor to turn on or off is:
Refrigerator: ±2.7°F (±1.5°C) of the temperature setpoint.
Freezer: ±2.2°F (±1.2°C) of the temperature setpoint.
For example, a refrigerator temperature setpoint of 34°F (1.1°C), the compressor turns on
at 36.7°F (2.6°C) and the compressor turns off at 31.3°F (-0.4°C). If necessary, adjust the
temperature setpoint temperature as follows:
a) To change the temperature setpoint, press the down button briey and then release.
SP1 ashes for a few seconds, then the current temperature setpoint appears. Press
the up or down button until the desired value is displayed. After 10 seconds or the
"P" button is pressed, the display returns to the current cabinet temperature and the
temperature setpoint is saved. NOTICE! Do not adjust the temperature setpoint
more than 2°F (1°C) at a time. Allow the temperature to stabilize for a minimum
of 8 hours before making further temperature setpoint adjustments.
Model Temperature Setpoint Range Factory Default
Temperature Setting
Refrigerator 28°F to 45°F (-2.2°C to 7.2°C) 36°F (2.2°C)
Freezer -12°F to 10°F (-24.4°C to -12.2°C) 2.0°F (-16.7°C)
3. Cabinet Temperature Display Scale (°F or °C)
There are 4 temperature display settings from which to choose.
The factory temperature display default is F0 for °F whole number.
For a whole number temperature display scale value, select F0 or C0.
For a temperature display scale value to one decimal point, select F1 or C1.
Display Scale Temperature Display Style
F0 - Factory Default 36°F
C0 2°C
F1 36.0°F
C1 2.2°C
To change the temperature display scale value, follow the steps below:
1) Press the "U" and "P" buttons together for 5 seconds. i.uP is displayed.
2) Press the "P" button. The current display setting (F0, F1, C0, or C1) and I.uP start
ashing.
3) Press the up or down button until the desired temperature display style is displayed.
4) Press the "P" button to save the selection. I.uP is displayed. To return to normal display
mode, press and hold the "U" button for 5 sec. Display returns to normal display mode.
If no other button is pressed after pressing the "P" button, 25 sec. later, display returns
to normal display mode.
Note: If no selection is saved within 30 seconds, the display returns to normal mode
and the temperature display scale remains unchanged.
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D. Cabinet Control Display Icons
Control module icons inform you of energized components and if the appliance is in
alarm.
Control Module Icons
Icon Meaning
Compressor
Flashing:
Refrigerator: Compressor waiting for 2-min. compressor delay timer to terminate.
Freezer: Compressor waiting for 3.5-min. compressor delay timer to terminate.
Solid: Compressor energized.
Defrost
Flashing: Drip Time (compressor delay)
Solid: Appliance is in defrost cycle. See "II.E. Defrost" for details.
Evaporator Fan Motor
Flashing:
Refrigerator: Evaporator fan motor waiting for 2-min. evaporator fan motor delay timer to terminate.
Freezer: Evaporator fan motor waiting for 3.5-min. evaporator fan motor delay timer to terminate.
Solid: Evaporator fan motor energized.
Alarm
Appliance is in alarm. See "II.F. Alarm Safeties" for details.
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E. Defrost
DANGER
Risk of Fire or Explosion Flammable Refrigerant Used
• Do not use mechanical devices to defrost.
• Do not puncture refrigerant tubing. Risk of re or explosion due to puncture of
refrigerant tubing; follow handling instructions carefully.
Risque De Feu Ou D'Explosion Le Frigorigène Est Inammable
• Ne pas utiliser d'appareils mécaniques pour dégivrer.
• Ne pas perforer la tubulure contenant le frigorigène. Risque de feu ou d'explosion si la
tubulure contenant le frigorigène est perforée; suivre les instructions de manutention
avec soin.
1. Refrigerators
Off-Cycle Defrost: Refrigerators defrost naturally between run cycles and have a
temperature or time initiated defrost cycle.
Note: There is a 1-hr. defrost lock-out after a defrost cycle terminates. This may be
bypassed by initiating a manual defrost or unplugging and plugging back in to the
electrical outlet.
• Temperature Initiated: When the defrost thermistor is at or below -4°F (-20°C), defrost
starts.
• Time Initiated:
a) Cumulative Compressor Run Time: Once the 6-hr. Cumulative Compressor Run
Timer terminates, defrost starts.
b) Continuous Compressor Run Time: Once the 4hr. Continuous Compressor Run
Timer terminates, defrost starts.
The maximum defrost time is 1 hr.
• When defrost initiates, the maximum 1-hr. defrost timer starts. Compressor and
condenser fan motor de-energize. Evaporator fan motor remains energized.
• When the defrost thermistor reaches 45°F (7.2°C), or the maximum 1-hr. defrost
timer terminates, defrost terminates. Evaporator fan motor remains energized and
compressor and condenser fan motor energize.
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2.Freezers
Heated Defrost: Freezers utilize a temperature or time initiated heated defrost.
Note: There is a 1-hr. defrost lock-out after a defrost cycle terminates. This may be
bypassed by initiating a manual defrost or unplugging and plugging back in to the
electrical outlet.
• Temperature Initiated: When the defrost thermistor is at or below -32°F (-35.5°C),
defrost starts.
• Time Initiated:
a) Cumulative Compressor Run Time: Once the 12-hr. Cumulative Compressor Run
Timer terminates, defrost starts.
b) Continuous Compressor Run Time: Once the 4hr. Continuous Compressor Run
Timer terminates, defrost starts.
The maximum defrost time is 1 hr.
• When defrost initiates, the maximum 1-hr. defrost timer starts. Compressor and
condenser fan motor de-energize. Evaporator fan motor remains energized.
• When the defrost thermistor reaches 55°F (12.7°C), or the maximum 1-hr. defrost
timer terminates, defrost terminates. Evaporator fan motor remains energized and
compressor and condenser fan motor energize.
3. Defrost Display
a) Refrigerator Display: During defrost "dEF" is displayed. The compressor icon turns
off and the evaporator fan motor icon continues. Once defrost termination temperature
is achieved or the maximum timer times out, defrost terminates. The compressor icon
turns on, the evaporator fan motor icon continues and PdF is displayed. PdF continues
until the cabinet temperature achieves 2.7°F (1.5°C) above temperature setpoint or the
15-min. timer terminates. Once 2.7°F (1.5°C) above temperature setpoint is achieved
or the 15-min. timer terminates, the cabinet temperature returns to display.
b) Freezer Display: During defrost "dEF" is displayed. The comprerssor and evaporator
fan motor icons turn off. Once defrost termination temperature is achieved or the
maximum timer times out, defrost terminates. The defrost icon starts ashing, PdF is
displayed, and the 3-min. drip timer starts. Once the 3-min. drip timer terminates, the
defrost icon turns off, the compressor and evaporator fan motor icons turn on, and
PdF continues. PdF continues until the cabinet temperature achieves 2.2°F (1.2°C)
above temperature setpoint or 15-min. timer terminates. Once 2.2°F (1.2°C) above
temperature setpoint is achieved or 15-min. timer terminates, the cabinet temperature
returns to display.
4. Defrost Termination
Defrost Termination Temperature:
Refrigerator: 45°F (7.2°C)
Freezer: 55°F (12.7°C)
Example: After the refrigerator defrost thermistor warms to 45°F (7.2°C), defrost
terminates.
5. Manual Defrost
To initiate a manual defrost, press and hold the up button for 5 seconds.
To terminate a defrost, press and hold the up button for 5 seconds. Note: Manual defrost
only initiates when evaporator temperature (defrost thermistor) is at or below 45°F (7.2°C)
for refrigerators and 56°F (13.3°C) for freezers.
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F. Cabinet Control Alarm Safeties
Alarm signals are designed to protect the appliance and food product. These alarms
give information or warnings in the event the appliance is operating out of acceptable
parameters. Should one of the alarms occur, follow the instructions in the table below to
address the alarm. The alarm code and alarm icon ash with audible alarm.
Alarm Signals
Alarm Code Problem Corrective Action/Reset Details
(-)E1
Cabinet Thermistor Malfunction
Alarm
Cabinet thermistor has failed.
Call a qualied service technician.
Steady tone. To silence the alarm, press and release
any button.
Refrigerator: Appliance cycles 4 min. on, 6 min. off.
Freezer: Appliance cycles 6 min. on, 3 min. off.
-E1 - Cabinet thermistor out of place or open.
E1 - Cabinet thermistor shorted.
(-)E2
Defrost Thermistor Malfunction
Alarm
Defrost thermistor has failed.
Call a qualied service technician.
Steady tone. To silence the alarm, press and release
any button.
Appliance cycles on and off with cabinet thermistor.
Refrigerator: Defrost cycles for 20 min. every 12 hrs.
Freezer: Defrost cycles for 15 min. every 5 hrs.
-E2 - Defrost thermistor out of place or open
E2 - Defrost thermistor shorted.
Hi
High Temperature Alarm
Refrigerator: Cabinet temperature
has remained above 53°F (11.6°C)
for more than 1 hour.
Freezer: Cabinet temperature has
remained above 32°F (0°C) for
more than 1 hour.
If obvious corrections such as closing drawers and
cleaning the air lter and/or condenser do not bring
temperature back in range, call a qualied service
technician.
Steady tone. To silence the alarm and clear "Hi" from
the display, press and release any button. The alarm
icon stays on.
Automatically resets when temperature returns to
normal.
Lo
Low Temperature Alarm
Refrigerator: Cabinet temperature
has remained below 20°F (-6.7°C)
for more than 1 hour.
Freezer: Cabinet temperature has
remained below -30°F (-34.4°C) for
more than 1 hour.
If obvious corrections do not bring the temperature
back in range, call a qualied service technician.
Steady tone. To silence the alarm and clear "Lo"
from the display, press and release any button. The
alarm icon stays on.
Automatically resets when temperature returns to
normal.
UHi
High Voltage Alarm (140VAC ± 5%
or more)
The compressor de-energizes if voltage protection
operates.
The voltage safeties automatically reset when
voltage is corrected.
ULo
Low Voltage Alarm (100VAC ± 5%
or less)
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G. Food Storage
WARNING
• The appliance is designed only for temporary storage of food. Employ sanitary
methods. Use for any other purposes (for example, storage of chemicals or
medical supplies such as vaccine and serum) could cause deterioration of stored
items.
• Do not block air inlets or outlets, otherwise cooling performance may be reduced.
• Do not tightly pack the cabinet. Allow some space between items to ensure good
air ow. Also allow space between items and interior surfaces.
• Do not put warm or hot foods in the cabinet. Let them cool rst, or they will raise
the cabinet temperature and could deteriorate other foods in the cabinet or
overload the appliance.
• All foods in the cabinet should be wrapped in plastic lm or stored in sealed
containers. Otherwise foods may dry up, pass their smells onto other foods, cause
frost to develop, result in poor appliance performance, or increase the likelihood
of cross-contamination. Certain dressings and food ingredients, if not stored in
sealed containers, may accelerate corrosion of the evaporator, resulting in failure.
• Do not store items near air outlets in the cabinet. Otherwise, items may freeze up
and crack or break causing a risk of injury or contamination of other food.
H. Safety Devices
1. Compressor External Protector
If combined temperature/amperage value is above the limit specied by the
compressor manufacturer, the compressor protector operates independently to turn
off the compressor. The compressor protector de-energizes the compressor until the
temperature/amperage value returns to an acceptable level.
2. Short-Cycle Protection
There is a minimum off-time and on-time for the compressor.
Refrigerator: 2-min.
Freezer: 3.5-min.
Note: Time may vary with compressor overload.
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I. Cooling Performance
Be sure the appliance is properly installed and located for optimum cooling performance.
If cooling performance is not at its optimum level, check the following items:
• Doors/drawers opened too often.
• Doors/drawers left open. Close.
• Cabinet too tightly packed or air inlets/outlets blocked. Allow some space between items
to ensure good air ow.
• Warm or hot foods inside. Take them out until they cool down more.
• Ambient temperature too high. Avoid installation near high heat producing equipment or
exposure to direct sunlight.
• Temperature setpoint not cold enough. Adjust to a colder setting. See "II.C. Controls and
Adjustments" for details.
• Appliance in defrost cycle. The cabinet temperature may rise temporarily during the
defrost cycle, but this will not affect the food inside.
J. Cabinet Condensation
In the event condensation develops on the cabinet exterior, check the following items:
• Doors/drawers left open. Close.
• Ambient humidity too high. In high humidity areas it may be necessary to wipe off the
cabinet frame occasionally.
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III. Maintenance
The appliance must be maintained in accordance with the instruction manual and labels
provided. Consult with your local Hoshizaki Certied Service Representative about
maintenance service.
WARNING
• Press and hold the "U" button for 1 sec. to turn the appliance off. Unplug the
appliance before performing maintenance to prevent electric shock or injury by
moving parts. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not touch the plug with damp
hands.
• Risk of electric shock. Appliance in the off position does not de-energize all loads.
Use extreme caution and exercise safe electrical practices.
• Before performing maintenance, move all foods into another clean refrigerator.
• Before performing maintenance, disconnect any cooking equipment on the appliance
top and allow to cool.
A. Maintenance Schedule
The maintenance schedule below is a guideline. More frequent maintenance may be
required depending on the appliance's environment, and local sanitation regulations.
Maintenance Schedule
Frequency Area Task
Bi-Weekly Air Filters Inspect. Wash with warm water and neutral cleaner if dirty.
Bi-Yearly Condenser Inspect. Clean if necessary by using a brush or vacuum cleaner.
More frequent cleaning may be required depending on location.
Air Filter and Condenser Access:
Remove the screw securing the louver to the appliance, then press down on the louver
upper tab and remove the louver to access the air lter and condenser. See Fig. 33.
Screw
Fig. 33
Air Filter
Louver
Condenser
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B. Cleaning
WARNING
• Press and hold the "U" button for 1 sec. to turn the appliance off. Unplug the
appliance before cleaning to prevent electric shock by unexpected entrance of
water into the appliance or injury by moving parts. To reduce the risk of electric
shock, do not touch the plug with damp hands.
• Risk of electric shock. Appliance in the off position does not de-energize all loads.
Use extreme caution and exercise safe electrical practices.
• Before cleaning the appliance, move all foods into another clean refrigerator.
• Before cleaning the appliance, disconnect any cooking equipment on the
appliance top and allow to cool.
• Do not splash, pour, or spray water directly onto or into the appliance. This might
cause short circuit, electric shock, corrosion, or failure.
• Carefully follow instructions provided with cleaning and sanitizing products.
NOTICE
• To prevent damage to the plastic surfaces, do not use the following: hot water,
thinner, benzine, alcohol, petroleum, soap powder, polishing powder, alkaline
cleaner, acid, scouring pad and especially those strong cleaners for use on a
ventilating fan or a cooking range.
• To prevent corrosion and damage to stainless steel surfaces, use only products
formulated for use on stainless steel appliances. Do not use steel wool, abrasive
products, or products containing sodium hypochlorite (chlorine bleach).
• Use a clean cloth for cleaning.
1. Exterior
Wipe the exterior occasionally with a clean, soft cloth. Use a damp cloth containing a
neutral cleaner to wipe off oil or dirt buildup. Clean any rust colored spots using a
non-abrasive cleanser.
2. Interior
Spills should be wiped up promptly to avoid unpleasant odors. The cabinet interior should
be cleaned periodically with a mild soap or detergent and warm water.
3. Door/Drawer Gaskets
Door and drawer gaskets should be cleaned regularly with mild soap and warm water to
remove dirt and grease.
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4. Drawers
Wipe the exterior occasionally with a clean, soft cloth. Use a damp cloth containing a
neutral cleaner to wipe off food, oil, or dirt buildup. Clean any rust colored spots using a
non-abrasive cleanser. Spills should be wiped up promptly to avoid unpleasant odors.
The drawer interior should be cleaned periodically with a mild soap or detergent and
warm water. Drawers and drawer slides are removable.
• To remove a drawer: Remove all items from the drawer. Pull the drawer out to its fully
extended position. Open the safety clips (one on each side) by sliding them forward.
See Fig. 34. Lift up on the handle slightly, then pull to disengage the drawer. Be sure
to support the rear and front of the drawer while removing it. WARNING! Be sure to
close the safety clips when reinstalling the drawer.
• To remove a drawer slide (center slide containing rollers): Open the stop levers
(one on each side) by sliding them to the rear. See Fig. 35. Lift up on the drawer slide
slightly, then pull to disengage the drawer slide. WARNING! Be sure to close the stop
levers when reinstalling the drawer. Drawer slides do not require lubrication, but
drawer slides should be kept clean and free of food.
Note: Drawer slides are dishwasher safe.
Fig. 34
Safety Clips
Safety Clip
Closed
Fig. 35
Safety Clip
Open
Stop Lever
Drawer Slide
Stop Lever
Closed
Stop Lever
Open
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IV. Prepare the Appliance for Periods of Non-Use
When shutting down the appliance for more than one week, follow the instructions below.
WARNING
• When preparing the appliance for long storage, prevent the doors or drawers from
closing to reduce the risk of children getting trapped.
• Risk of electric shock. Appliance in the off position does not de-energize all loads.
Use extreme caution and exercise safe electrical practices.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not touch the plug with damp hands.
NOTICE
When preparing the appliance for long storage, clean the appliance. See "III.A.
Cleaning" for details.
1) Before shutting down the appliance, move all foods into another clean refrigerator.
2) Press and hold the "U" button for 1 sec. to turn the appliance off. Unplug the appliance.
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V. Disposal
DANGER
Risk of Fire or Explosion Flammable Refrigerant Used
• Follow handling instructions carefully in compliance with government regulations.
• Do not puncture refrigerant tubing. Risk of re or explosion due to puncture of
refrigerant tubing; follow handling instructions carefully.
• Dispose of properly in accordance with federal or local regulations.
Risque De Feu Ou D'Explosion Le Frigorigène Est Inammable
• Suivre attentivement les instructions de manipulation conformément à la
réglementation gouvernementale.
• Ne pas perforer la tubulure contenant le frigorigène. Risque de feu ou d'explosion si la
tubulure contenant le frigorigène est perforée; suivre les instructions de manutention
avec soin.
• Éliminer conformément aux règlements fédéraux ou locaux.
WARNING
When preparing the appliance for disposal, remove the doors/drawers to reduce the
risk of children getting trapped. Leave the shelves in place so that children may not
easily climb inside.
The appliance contains refrigerant and must be disposed of in accordance with
applicable national, state, and local codes and regulations.
• Recover the refrigerant, sign and date by properly certied service personnel.
• Purge the refrigeration system with nitrogen.
• Evacuate the refrigeration circuit.
• Cut out the compressor and drain and dispose of the compressor oil.
• Put a label on the appliance stating the refrigerant has been removed.
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