Service Manual for Refrigerated Back Bar Model RUF 48 IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING READ ThIS MANUAL ThOROUGhLY BEFORE OPERATING, INSTALLING, OR PERFORM- ING MAINTENANCE ON ThE EqUIPMENT. WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS IN ThIS MANUAL CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY OR DEATh.
Service Manual for Refrigerated Back Bar Model RUF 48 CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS ..........................4 INSTALLATION ...........................4 Location ............................4 Inside Unit ............................4 Outside Unit ..........................4 Leveling ............................4 Stabilizing ............................4 Electrical Connection ........................4 MAINTENANCE ..........................5 Stainless Steel Care and Cleaning ....................5 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ......................6 Cleaning the Condenser Coil .
Service Manual for Refrigerated Back Bar Model RUF 48 SPECIFICATIONS Outside Unit MODEL DESCRIPTION VOLTAGE AMPS Ph. Be sure that the unit has access to ample air; RUF 48 48” Refrigerated 120 VAC (60 Hz) 6.4 avoid hot corners and locations near stoves and Back Bar 220 VAC (50 Hz) 3.2...
Service Manual for Refrigerated Back Bar Model RUF 48 MAINTENANCE Pitting and cracking are early signs of stainless steel breakdown. Special stainless steel cleaners can restore and preserve the protective film. If Stainless Steel Care and Cleaning signs of breakdown appear, thoroughly clean and dry all surfaces. Begin regular application of a Stainless steel contains 70-80% iron, which will high quality stainless steel cleaner according to rust. It also contains 12-30% chromium, which the manufacturer’s instructions. Again, always rub forms an invisible passive film over the steel with the grain of the steel for best results.
Service Manual for Refrigerated Back Bar Model RUF 48 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE The condenser coil is located and accessed at the rear of the unit (see Figure 2). The condenser coil requires regular cleaning and should be done Cleaning the Condenser Coil every 60 days. However, if large amounts of dust and grease accumulate sooner, clean the Failure to maintain a clean condenser coil can condenser coil every 30 days.
Service Manual for Refrigerated Back Bar Model RUF 48 Drain Maintenance – Base PARTS REPLACEMENT Located at the rear of each unit is a drain hose, Thermostat Replacement which removes the condensation from the evaporator coil and deposits it into a drain pan for evaporation (see Figure 3). General The thermostat is located inside the cooling compartment and is accessible through the doors.
Service Manual for Refrigerated Back Bar Model RUF 48 Evaporator Fan Replacement Refrigeration System Replacement General General The evaporator fan is located and accessed inside The refrigeration system assembly is located in the cooling compartment and is removed as an the rear of the unit. assembly from the back panel. 1. Disconnect unit from power source. 1. Disconnect unit from power source. 2. Using a refrigeration-charging unit, evacuate 2. Remove shelves. refrigerant from the system according to Duke Manufacturing Service Bulletin Number 26. 3. Remove shelf support. 3. Remove expansion valve from refrigeration 4. Remove sheet metal panel.
Service Manual for Refrigerated Back Bar Model RUF 48 Door Replacement and Adjustment Tools • Standard hand and refrigeration tools General • Refrigerant Type: R-134A, Refer to data tag for amount Doors may become misaligned during shipment but are easily adjusted. Charging Procedure 1. For a low hanging door, use a 3/8” open wrench to tighten, but do not over tighten, both top and bottom hinge screws. NOTE: Prior to refrigeration system service, special care must be taken during the evacuation process to 2. Place a flat screwdriver against outer side of remove air, moisture and other non-condensables bottom hinge and lightly tap with a hammer from the system. Duke Manufacturing recommends until door is properly aligned. the following triple evacuation method. Failure to 3. If necessary, place flat screwdriver against...
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Service Manual for Refrigerated Back Bar Model RUF 48 1. Install a temporary access valve on the high and low side of process hoses as close to factory crimps as possible. 2. Use temporary valves to perform repair. Duke Manufacturing will not reimburse the cost of permanently installed valves. 3. After completing repair, evacuate system using the triple evacuation method described in Duke Manufacturing Service Bulletin Number 26. 4. After completing proper evacuation method, recharge system, using proper refrigerant according to information on data plate. 5. Continue crimping process hose just below temporary valve and again 2” below crimp.
Service Manual for Refrigerated Back Bar Model RUF 48 TROUBLEShOOTING SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY Cabinet too warm Unit not plugged in Plug unit in Thermostat set too warm Set thermostat to a higher number for a colder temperature Thermostat switch stuck Replace thermostat open in coldest position Doors not sealing Adjust doors Torn or damaged door Replace gaskets gaskets Evaporator fan not running Check and repair or replace motor Condenser fan motor not Check and repair or replace motor running Dirty condenser coil or filter Clean coil or filter Refrigerant leak...
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