Federal VRSS Series Installation & Operation Instructions

Federal VRSS Series Installation & Operation Instructions

Self-contained & remote refrigerated

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E3980
Rev A 11/23/2021
INSTALLATION & OPERATIONS INSTRUCTIONS
VRSS: Self-Contained & Remote Refrigerated Models
KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Engineering and technical data are subject to change without notice.
FEDERAL INDUSTRIES
Toll Free 1(800) 356-4206
VNSS: Non-Refrigerated Displays
215 Federal Ave
WI Phone (608) 424-3331
Belleville, WI 53508
Fax: (608) 424-3234

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  • Page 1 VRSS: Self-Contained & Remote Refrigerated Models VNSS: Non-Refrigerated Displays KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Engineering and technical data are subject to change without notice. FEDERAL INDUSTRIES 215 Federal Ave Belleville, WI 53508 Toll Free 1(800) 356-4206 WI Phone (608) 424-3331 Fax: (608) 424-3234...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    (1) TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents ....................2 Introduction ......................3 Serial Number ....................3 Warning Labels & Safety Instructions ..............4 Feature Identification ..................... 5 Base Component Layout ..................7 PRIOR TO UNPACKING EQUIPMENT! ..............8 Installation instructions ..................9 Locating The Display Case ................
  • Page 3: Introduction

    (2) INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Federal Industries display case. This manual contains important instructions for installing and servicing your new display case. A repair parts list and wiring diagram are also included in the manual. Read all of these documents carefully before installing or servicing your case.
  • Page 4: Warning Labels & Safety Instructions

    The warning and safety labels shown throughout this manual are placed on your Federal Industries case at the factory. Follow all warning label instructions. If any warning or safety labels become lost or damaged, call our customer service department at (800) 356-4206 for replacements.
  • Page 5: Feature Identification

    (4) FEATURE IDENTIFICATION END GLASS TRIM CONTROLS CANOPY AIR DISCHARGE INTERIOR BACK PANEL AIR DEFLECTOR RETAINER BRACKET END GLASS CORD AND PLUG AIR RETURN AIR DEFLECTOR RETAINER AIR DEFLECTOR FRONT VALENCE FRONT BASE PANEL/GRILLE BOTTOM END END GLASS TRIM BACK PANELS REAR BASE PANEL/GRILLE E3980 VRSS...
  • Page 6 CONTROLS PRICE TAG MOLDING PRICE TAG MOLDING E3980 VRSS...
  • Page 7: Base Component Layout

    (5) BASE COMPONENT LAYOUT VRSS3678 and VRSS3660 Self contained model shown. Other self-contained models are similar. Non-refrigerated units have no components in the base except power cord. FRONT OF UNIT CONDENSER BAFFLE (TOP) CONDENSER BAFFLE (SIDE) FLEXIBLE REFRIGERATION DRAIN HOLE LINES DRAIN TRAP CONDENSER FAN...
  • Page 8: Prior To Unpacking Equipment

    (6) PRIOR TO UNPACKING EQUIPMENT! Inspect for shipping damage. You are responsible for filing all freight claims with the delivering truck line. Inspect all cartons and crates for damage as soon as they arrive. If damage is noted to shipping crates, cartons, or if a shortage is found, note this on the bill of lading (all copies) prior to signing.
  • Page 9: Installation Instructions

    (7) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 7.1 LOCATING THE DISPLAY CASE The case(s) should be located where it is not subjected to the direct rays of the sun, heating ducts, grills, radiator, or ceiling fans, nor should it be located near open doors or main door entrances.
  • Page 10 LAG BOLT LOCATIONS Once all the bolts are removed, slide the unit off the back of the shipping pallet, and tilt it so the rear corner touches the ground. Then have someone move pallet out from under the case and gently tilt the case forward until it touches the floor. REMOVE CASE OFF OF FRONT OR BACK OF SKID ONLY PULL SKID AWAY FROM CASE AND GENTLY SET CASE ON FLOOR...
  • Page 11: Single Case Installation (Stand Alone Units)

    7.3 SINGLE CASE INSTALLATION (STAND ALONE UNITS) Leveling the Case It is important that the case is level. This will allow for proper drainage of condensate water from evaporator coil. Once the case is placed in final location the case must be level for proper drainage of defrost water to the condensate pump.
  • Page 12: Installation For Joined Cases (Lineups)

    7.4 INSTALLATION FOR JOINED CASES (LINEUPS) 7.4.1 Join refrigerated to refrigerated Remove all Shelves, display deck, interior back panel(s), exterior back(s), front and rear base panel, and loosen honeycomb (see cleaning section for honeycomb removal) material on the unfinished end to expose the holes used to bolt units together.
  • Page 13 JOINING TRIM Replace all panels that were previously removed and re-insert honeycomb 7.4.2 Join units with glass divider, or join refrigerated to non-refrigerated For this joining configuration, one unit will come with a lower end panel preinstalled with glass. Five bolt holes will be exposed on the outside of this panel and are the locations that will be used to join the units together.
  • Page 14 TOP JOIN TRIM REAR JOIN TRIM DETAIL A 7. Finish the joining process loosening the glass trim on the case to slide the joining trim over the existing trim and secure with the existing fasteners. Do this for both the top trim and the rear trim. FRONT VIEW 8.
  • Page 15: Shelf Installation And Removal

    (8) SHELF INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL 8.1 SHELF BRACKETS AND SUPPORTS NOTICE: Improper shelf configuration will cause performance issues VRSS 78in tall units have two different shelf depths. The lower two shelves are longer, the upper two to three shelves are shorter. The longer shelves must installed as the lowest shelves or the unit’s air curtain will be disrupted and the unit will not maintain product temperature.
  • Page 16 The diagram below illustrates how to straighten or angle the shelves. To angle the bracket, be sure to have the top hook of the bracket in its slot and to pull up while rotating down to the most extreme downward position. To angle the shelf, first angle both brackets, and install the shelf as normal.
  • Page 17 (9) SECURITY NIGHT COVER (OPTIONAL) 1. Install the security cover into the preinstalled retaining brackets by first inserting the bottom with the top of the cover tilted out. 2. Insert the bottom of the security cover into the lower u-clip retainer by rotating the top of the assembly in toward the case, and dropping the cover down into place.
  • Page 18 When installing the security cover panel, ensure that the bottom of the panel is seated in the lower u-clip, and that the latch fully engages behind the upper retaining bracket. E3980 VRSS...
  • Page 19: Electronic Temperature Control (Refrigerated Units Only)

    (10) ELECTRONIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (REFRIGERATED UNITS ONLY) Power on/off: Press and hold to turn system on or off. Set: Press and hold to enter the set point adjustment menu. Defrost: Press and hold to initiate a manual defrost. Up: Change set points when in set point adjustment menu.
  • Page 20 Indicates temperature unit of measure. Powering on control To turn refrigeration control power on, press and hold “ ” for approx. three seconds. When the control powers on, the display will read the cabinet probe temperature. The compressor and condenser fan run indicators ( & ) will illuminate on the display, meaning that the compressor and condenser fan are running.
  • Page 21 Error codes It is possible for error codes to be displayed on the control screen. In the event of a malfunction an alarm will sound and the alarm indicator will be displayed. An error code or codes will flash intermittently on the display. If there are multiple codes, the display will continuously cycle through them.
  • Page 22: Initial Startup (Refrigerated Units Only)

    (11) INITIAL STARTUP (REFRIGERATED UNITS ONLY) NOTICE This refrigerated display case is designed to operate in a maximum environment of 80 DEG. F and 55% relative humidity. Exceeding these limits will cause poor case performance and sweating. 5. Prior to initial startup be sure to clean the case as described in the “Weekly Cleaning”...
  • Page 23 NOTICE CASE MUST BE STOCKED WITH PRE-CHILLED PRODUCT 38° OR COLDER. - Do not exceed 100 pounds of weight per shelf. Heavy product should be distributed evenly across the entire shelving area. - Determine desired shelving location before placing product in case. Product must be removed to readjust shelf location.
  • Page 24: Cleaning Instructions

    (12) CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS 12.1 DAILY CLEANING The case should be cleaned thoroughly, as described in the weekly cleaning section, before it is used for the first time. NOTICE: Avoid splashing or soaking any electrical components with water to prevent electrical damage to the case. NOTICE: Shut off lights, disconnect power and remove all products from case.
  • Page 25: Weekly Cleaning

    12.2 WEEKLY CLEANING This procedure is recommended on a weekly basis. It may need to be performed more often if necessary to maintain a clean, sanitary case. The case should be cleaned to this procedure before using the first time. NOTICE: Avoid splashing or soaking any electrical components with water to prevent electrical damage to the case.
  • Page 26: Cleaning Condenser Coil (For Non-Reversing Fan Models Only)

    12.3 CLEANING CONDENSER COIL (FOR NON-REVERSING FAN MODELS ONLY) Note that this section is only intended for those units without the reversing fan feature. NOTICE: Condenser coil must be cleaned a minimum of twice per month to ensure proper refrigeration performance and prevent compressor failure.
  • Page 27: Service

    Phone: (800) 356-4206 and choose the Warranty Parts Option Email: Parts@Federalind.com Federal Industries has partnered with Parts Town for ALL Non-Warranty Part Identification, Pricing, Lead Times, Orders & Freight Quotes. Please contact Parts Town directly if you need parts: Website: PartsTown.com...
  • Page 28: Sale & Disposal

    SALE & DISPOSAL 14.1 OWNER RESPONSIBILITY If you sell or give away your Federal Industries case you must make sure that all safety labels and the Installation-Service Manual are included with it. If you need replacement labels or manuals, Federal Industries will provide them free of charge. Contact the customer service department at Federal Industries at (800) 3564206.
  • Page 29: Electrical And Refrigeration Specs

    (15) ELECTRICAL AND REFRIGERATION SPECS WARNING: Improper or faulty hookup of electrical components in the display case can result in severe injury or death. 15.1 CORD CONNECTED All standard models are supplied with a power cord that is properly sized to the amperage requirements of the case.
  • Page 30 STANDARD CONNECTION CORD & PLUG STANDARD CONNECTION CORD & PLUG SHIP SHIP 2 WIRE + GROUND NEMA WEIGHT 2 WIRE + GROUND NEMA WEIGHT MODEL MODEL 120/60/1 CORD & 120/60/1 CORD & AMPS MAX FUSE SIZE PLUG KILO AMPS MAX FUSE SIZE PLUG KILO NEMA...
  • Page 31: Wiring Diagram

    (16) WIRING DIAGRAM 16.1 VRSS SELF CONTAINED 16.2 VRSS REMOTE E3980 VRSS...
  • Page 32: Vnss

    16.3 VNSS E3980 VRSS...
  • Page 33: Vrss Service Parts

    SA6092 THERMOPLASTIC DRAIN 84-70225 AIR DEFLECTOR 51-21305-1 51-21305-2 51-21305-3 51-21305-4 51-21305-11 51-21305-12 51-21305-13 51-21305-14 NIGHT CURTAIN 65-19300 65-21374 65-19458 SECURITY COVER (OPTIONAL) (COVER ONLY) SA6084-1B SA6084-2B SA6084-3B SA6084-4B SA6084-11B SA6084-12B SA6084-13B SA6084-14B DECAL,CATION ELECTRICAL SHOCK 91-12340 LOGO,FEDERAL 91-72523 E3980 VRSS...
  • Page 34 END PANELS END PANELS FOR UNITS WITH END GLASS AND NO LAMINATE LEFT RIGHT BLACK 68-21300-1LB 68-21300-1RB WHITE 68-21300-1LW 68-21300-1RW GREY 68-21300-1LG 68-21300-1RG STAINLESS 68-21300-15L 68-21300-15R END PANELS FOR UNITS WITH END GLASS AND WITH LAMINATE LEFT RIGHT BLACK 68-21300-2LB 68-21300-2RB WHITE 68-21300-2LW...
  • Page 35 SHELVING SHELF PARTS FOR 78IN, TOP 2-3 15IN DEEP SHELVES FOR 36IN LONG UNITS COLOR BRACKET (NEED TWO) SUPPORT SHELF BLACK M21387-1B M21488-1B M21487-11B WHITE M21387-1W M21488-1W M21487-11W STAINLESS M21387-1S M21488-1S M21487-11S SHELF PARTS FOR 78IN, TOP 2-3 15IN DEEP SHELVES FOR 48IN LONG UNITS COLOR BRACKET (NEED TWO) SUPPORT...
  • Page 36 APP’D CHANGE RECORD DATE ECN# INITIAL RELEASE 11/12/21 Added security cover, and additional wiring diagrams 11/23/21 E3980 VRSS...
  • Page 37 Quick Reference Guide Important safety information is presented throughout this document using the following signal words: DANGER: Severe injury or death will occur if you ignore the message. WARNING: Severe injury or death can occur if you ignore the message. CAUTION: Minor injury or damage to your case can occur if you ignore the message.
  • Page 38 A separate circuit for each display case is required to prevent other appliances on the same circuit from overloading the circuit and causing malfunction. See full installation and operation manual on Federal’s website by scanning the QR code: https://federalind.com/docs/default-source/service-documents/e3980-vrss-vnss.pdf?sfvrsn=272b5266_18 E3980-10 VRSS Quick Reference Guide...

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