Professional/custom panel built-in full height wine cellar (18 pages)
Summary of Contents for Viking FBCI 1150G
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Service Preferred Service Manual This Base Manual covers general and specific information including, but not limited to the following models: FBCI/VBCI 1150G 15” Beverage Center FBCI/VBCI 1240G 24” Beverage Center FRCI/VRCI 1240G 24” All Refrigerator VRCO 1240D 24” All Refrigerator, Outdoor FRDI/VRDI 1240D 24”...
15” & 24” Series Technical Services Manual SECTION 1 – Model and Serial Numbers This manual contains specific instructions for servicing Viking Refrigeration Products, which include the following models: FBCI/VBCI 1150G 15” Beverage Center FRDI/VRDI 1240D 24” Refrigerated Drawer FBCI/VBCI 1240G 24”...
“DANGER”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”. These words mean: VIKING will not be responsible for any injury or property damage from improper service procedures. If performing service on your own product, you must assume responsibility for any personal injury or property damage which may result.
15” & 24” Series Technical Services Manual Safety Information Cleanliness of the system is extremely important. The presence of residue (Chlorinated or greasy Warning residues, mineral oil, or impurities) can lead to Protect all flooring during the installation of Refrig- capillary tube restrictions, oil return problems and compressor damage.
15” & 24” Series Technical Services Manual SECTION 2 – Installation Specifications CAUTION: IF CABINET IS INSTALLED UNDER A COUNTER TOP IT SHOULD BE SUPPORTED See Illustration 1 below for the general specifi- BY STRUCTURE OTHER THAN THE REFRIG- cations for installation of the cabinets before be- ERATED CABINET TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO ginning any service on the cabinet.
15” & 24” Series Technical Services Manual SECTION 3 Normal Vapor/Compression Cycle Compressor Specifications Refrigeration The compressors used in 15” & 24” Series Re- Refrigerant is pumped from the compressor to the frigerated Cabinets are constructed using stan- condenser as a high-pressure, high-temperature dard reciprocating hermetic style compressors.
15” & 24” Series Technical Services Manual Electronic Control Each temperature zone comes with an electronic control for controlling the system, which regulates the product temperature within that zone. The refrigeration system is controlled by the electronic control. This controller has been preset from the factory per the specifications shown on the following pages dependent upon the model it is controlling.
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Light Viking controllers are equipped with a light button on the front of the controller panel. This button will turn on/off the light in the cabinet. The light is also equipped with a door switch that turns on the light upon a door opening.
15” & 24” Series Technical Services Manual Changing temperature from Fahrenheit to Centigrade WITH CONTROL POWERED ON PRESS AND HOLD THE SET AND DOWN ARROW SIMULTAEOUSLY FOR 3-5 SECONDS ((HY) WILL APPEAR ON THE DISPLAY). RELEASE SET AND DOWN. PRESS AND HOLD THE SET AND DOWN ARROW SIMULTANEOUSLY FOR 7-10 SECONDS ((Pr2) WILL APPEAR ON THE DISPLAY).
15” & 24” Series Technical Services Manual Table 1 Maximum Minimum Differential Minimum Set Maximum Set Set point where Alarm Alarm (Cut-in versus Point Point compressor Temperature Temperature cut-out) shuts off MODEL FBCI/VBCI 1150G FWCI1/VWCI 150G FRCI/VRCI 1240G VRCO1240D FBCI/VBCI 1240G FWCI/VWCI 1240G FRDI/VRDI 1240D VRDO1240D...
15” & 24” Series Technical Services Manual Controller Replacement Before starting, make sure power has been disconnected to the unit, either by unplugging it from a re- ceptacle or turning off the breaker. 1. Remove the front face plate be pressing the locking tab located at each end.
15” & 24” Series Technical Services Manual Temperature Probe All temperature probes within the zones are 10K ohm NTC probes. Each refrigerated zone has a single probe, which senses compartment temperature. The sensing probe is located directly behind the controller housing and is terminated directly onto the controller under the green terminals. See the values below for temperature to resistance values when trouble shooting probe or tem- perature issues: Temperature (F)
15” & 24” Series Technical Services Manual Probe Replacement To replace the temperature probe, refer to the CONTROLLER REPLACEMENT section. Shelf Removal Remove the shelves and or drawers from any compartment by extending each to its most open position. In the center of each slide a plastic lever can be found. On the right side, the lever should be pressed downward, while on the left, it should go upward.
The light is located just behind the temperature control housing. To replace a defective or burnt out light bulb, simply unscrew the bulb counter- clockwise and replace with an identical LED bulb, Viking number 67026. Door Switch Replacement CAUTION: DISCONNECT POWER TO THE CABINET BEFORE SERVICING.
15” & 24” Series Technical Services Manual Door Gasket Replacement Door and Drawer gaskets are easily replaceable. Starting at a corner, pull the gasket away from the door and continuing all the way around. All Gaskets are a dart and slot design. The new gasket should be positioned onto the door or drawer.
Technical Services Manual SECTION 4 – Customer Calls Viking’s warranty does not cover customer service education calls. If a service call occurs and the rea- son is customer education, the customer is responsible for any billings. Guide for Screening Customer Calls Make sure you are familiar with the factory specifications for this unit.
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Lighting Viking uses state-of-the-art LED lighting, which is the most energy efficient light available. All units have both a manual light switch on the controller (Fig. 4, page 22) and a door activated switch (Fig 5, page 22) centered under the door or drawer. The manual switch should be positioned in the off position for normal operation.
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15” & 24” Series Technical Services Manual Fig. 4 Fig. 5 Viking uses the following defrost technologies: Defrost Method Models Off Cycle Defrost Page22 SMR-0014...
A rubber or plastic hammer can also be used to aid in the dart insertion. This diagnostic guide can be used for any of Viking’s Refrigeration Products. All refrigeration systems are similar in design.
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15” & 24” Series Technical Services Manual (6) Evaporator Fan Runs Ensure the evaporator fan is running, see #2 on page 22. (7) Voltage at Motor? Check for the proper voltage at the motor. Voltage should be ap- proximately 115V. (7a) Find Voltage Interruption Determine where voltage is being interrupted and correct.
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(21) Repair Metering Device Following established industry practices and applicable local, state and federal laws regarding refrigerant handling, (See section Potential Problems with HFC-134a for Viking Range Processing recommendations), check for restrictions Within the system and repair. (22) Correct Charge? If charge is low from amperage readings and frost pattern, check system for leaks.
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Replace compressor if compressor is inefficient. Always follow es- tablished industry practices and applicable local, state and federal laws regarding refrigerant handling. (See section Potential Prob- lems with HFC-134a for Viking Range Processing recommenda- tions). (25) Unit Functioning Normal If unit is still not functioning normally, contact factory for additional assistance or review above steps for possible omissions.
15” & 24” Series Technical Services Manual Service Diagnosis Problem Check Possible Cause Remedy Ref. Pg. Solid State Con- Controller powered Depress Power button troller Not calling for cool- Adjust temperature set point Bad contacts Check for continuity and replace 14 Loose connections Tighten Cooling indicator...
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15” & 24” Series Technical Services Manual Problem Check Possible Cause Remedy Ref. Pg. Evaporator Fan Fan Failure Replace motor Door not making Make sure door gaskets are contact with switch clean and correctly mounted on Cabinet Not doors Achieving Set Condenser Coil Fan Failure Replace...
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The condensa- tion will disappear when the humidity drops. Mean- while, be sure the doors are closing and sealing prop- erly. If condensation persists, call the Viking Range Corporation for service. Stainless is Weather, cleaning chemicals...