Installing Bumpers; Installing Partitions - Hussmann IMPACT Elite ES1 Installation And Operation Manual

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NSTALLATION
Seal Merchandisers
1. Apply butyl tape across the bottom joint.
Be sure to extend the tape up the back and
front of the case.
Butyl Tape
2. Use field-supplied silicone to fill any gaps
between the front support brackets.

INSTALLING BUMPERS

Elite bumpers are shipped as a continuous roll.
Once installed the continuous bumper helps to
disguise the joint locations, giving the lineup a
smoother look.
1. Unroll the bumper and allow it to rest at
room temperature for 24 hours prior to
installation to minimize bumper shrinkage
after installation.
2. Slide end caps onto retainer at right and left
ends of lineup. Align with slot in retainer,
then fasten with screws provided.
End Cap
P/N 0453549
Screw
Retainer
3. Measure the distance between inside end of
1
caps and add / inch (3 mm) for each 4 ft
8
(1220 mm). Adding the additional material
will compensate for stretching which occurs
during installation.
4. Cut the bumper to length with a miter saw
for a precise, right-angle cut.
Miter Box
5. Lubricate the inside of the vinyl with soapy
water or silicone spray.
6. Starting at the left end of the line up, butt
end of the vinyl bumper against end cap.
While applying pressure, bend back vinyl
top so that vinyl legs are positioned within
the base grooves. Roll vinyl bumper over full
length of retainer, then tap with rubber
mallet to ensure vinyl is securely locked into
retainer.
7. If necessary wipe clean with any household
cleaning product.

INSTALLING PARTITIONS

To join same temperature fixtures on different
defrost cycles, an acrylic partition kit is required.
To join unlike fixtures, or like fixtures
operating at different temperatures, a 1 in.
(26 mm) insulated connecting partition kit is
required.
Instructions for installing these partitions are
included with the kits.
Bumper