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FZR1/FZR2 High-Performance Compact Freezers Installation, Operation and Service Manual FZR1 FZR2 Following installation, please forward this manual to the appropriate operations person. 801 Church Lane • Easton, PA 18040, USA Order parts online: Toll free (877) 612-5086 • +1 (610) 252-7301 www.follettice.com www.follettice.com...
Changing Temperature Display from Decimal to Integer ..................14 Sleep Function ..............................14 Minimum and Maximum Temperature Function ....................14 Alarming Functions ..............................14 Follett Keypad Lock (KP models only) .........................17 Service ..................................18 Door Gasket Replacement ..........................18 Access Compressor Compartment ........................18 Changing the Back-up Batteries ..........................18 Controller Replacement ............................19...
Before you Begin After uncrating and removing all packing material, inspect the equipment for concealed shipping damage. If damage is found, notify the shipper immediately and contact Follett Corporation so that we can help in the filing of a claim, if necessary.
Installation Locating the Freezer Performance of FZR1 and FZR2 is affected by ambient temperature and location. To ensure proper performance, please refer to the following drawings and confirm that the clearance requirements are met. There is no clearance requirement for the back of the freezer so it can be placed against the wall.
4. Reinsert bottle into the bracket. Note: If you are using this in a food service application, and installing in accordance with NSF, you must remove the probe from the bottle. NSF requires that air temperature be displayed. FZR1/FZR2 Compact Freezers...
OFF to confirm back-up battery connection. 13. Turn the power switch ON or plug the unit back into the power supply. Reversing the Door Swing – Optional Fig. 6 1. Use flat screwdriver to carefully remove hinge covers (Fig. 6). FZR1/FZR2 Compact Freezers...
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(Fig. 8). 5. Support door and remove screws attaching hinge to freezer Fig. 9 cabinet and remove the door (Fig. 9). 6. Cover hinge screw holes with screws removed from opposite side of door and door frame. FZR1/FZR2 Compact Freezers...
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11. Reinstall the door on the opposite side of the doorframe. Adjust Fig. 11 if needed. 12. Reinstall screws (torqued to 25 in-lbs) (Fig. 11). 13. Insert bottom of spring kit onto bottom hinge pin (Fig. 12). Fig. 12 FZR1/FZR2 Compact Freezers...
Adjusting Hinge Closure Force Fig. 14 1. Remove the tool and insert it (Phillips screwdriver, Allen key, drift pin) into hole nearest the hinge bracket (Fig. 14). 2. Rotate top of spring counter-clockwise to increase the spring Fig. 15 torque (Fig. 15). FZR1/FZR2 Compact Freezers...
Installing Third-party Temperature Probe Fig. 18 Facilities using a third-party alarming and/or temperature monitoring system need to install the third-party probe in the freezer. Follett recommends removing any stored product before performing this procedure. 1. Move the power switch on lower rear panel to OFF and unplug the freezer.
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12. Reinstall the rear panel. Fig. 20 13. Connect non-probe end of wiring to monitoring device. 14. Plug in the freezer and return the power switch to ON. * Permagum is a registered trademark of the Presstite Engineering Company. FZR1/FZR2 Compact Freezers...
Any accumulated frost on the evaporator coils melts during the electric defrost cycle. The condensate drains out of the unit to the condensate tray to the left of the condensing unit. The heat from the condensing unit evaporates any condensate in the drain pan. FZR1/FZR2 Compact Freezers...
Default settings of offset (doF) and differential (DIF) are in the second level menu (L2): § Cut-in = (SET) + (doF) = –24 + 1.1 = –22.9 C § Cut-out = (cut-in) – (DIF) = –22.9 – 2.2 = –25.1 C FZR1/FZR2 Compact Freezers...
3. The high temperature alarm parameter is AlH. Once the parameter is displayed, press SET to display the high alarm temperature. The alarm temperature will flash on the display. Use the UP and DOWN arrows to set the alarm temperature. Press SET to accept. FZR1/FZR2 Compact Freezers...
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Common, a Normally Open and a Normally Closed connection point. By default, Alarm Relay 1 is set to activate with any of the following 1A/30VDC alarms: Alarm 1 High temp, Alarm 1 Low temp, Door Open Alarm, and Power Loss Alarm. FZR1/FZR2 Compact Freezers...
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Offset value for probe 1 calibration. -9.9 to 9.9. Offset value for probe 2 calibration. -9.9 to 9.9. Probe 2 Calibration Probe 3 Calibration Offset value for probe 3 calibration. -9.9 to 9.9. Controller Parameter Reset to restore factory parameters. Reset FZR1/FZR2 Compact Freezers...
4. Open and close door, checking for proper gasket seal without pinching against freezer. Access Compressor Compartment Fig. 24 Follett’s compressor compartment allows technicians to gain full access to the condensing unit from the freezer back without cutting refrigerant lines. 1. Remove rear panel (Fig. 24).
The system uses a TXV and is critically charged. Checking Refrigeration System Pressures CAUTION! Please contact Follett Technical Service at (877) 612-5086 or (610) 252-7301 in the event of a refrigeration problem that requires evacuation and recharging. FZR1/FZR2 Compact Freezers...
Ohms start winding to common Ohms run winding to common Ohms start winding to run winding Defrost Heater Information § 4.0A, 456 W @ 70 F, 115V § Resistance: 70 F (21 C) = 27.6 Ω to 30.5 Ω FZR1/FZR2 Compact Freezers...
Recover, evaluate and weigh in correct charge. Plugged TXV. Replace TXV and filter drier. Inefficient compressor. Consult technical services. If problems persist after following this basic troubleshooting guide, call Follett technical service group at (877) 612-5086 or +1 (610) 252-7301. FZR1/FZR2 Compact Freezers...
Remote Alarm Contact Accessory (P/N 01092022) Stacking Kit Countertop to Countertop (P/N 01100742) § Reference instruction 01102185 Note: new kickplates may need to be ordered, please contact Follett for more information. Stacking Kit Countertop to Performance Plus (includes one straight kick plate) (P/N 01100759) §...
Hardware Reference # Description Part # Door with gasket and lock strike bracket, FZR1 01081710 Door with gasket and lock strike bracket, FZR2 01081728 Gasket, door, FZR1 01077437 Gasket, door, FZR2 01077445 Hinge, top with spring and hardware 01053677 Hinge, bottom...
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