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1 Specifications Overview This service manual is applicable to the SKOPE OD230F-2 fridge fitted with an AoFrio SCS Connect electronic controller. For information on the SKOPE OD230F fridge fitted with a CAREL ECOBOX-EVO electronic controller, refer to Service Manual MAN11018.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Equipment Servicing Tools In addition to standard refrigeration service tools, specialised R744 tools are required for servicing the refrigeration system. Refer to “Refrigeration System Service Tools” on page 36 for more information. Personal PPE required for servicing may consist of the following:...
SKOPE OD230F-2 2 Installation Positioning the Cabinet Cabinet The location of the cabinet may be the single most important decision that will extend its life Location and ensure economical, high performance. The cabinet is designed to operate within a climatic class 3 environment (25°C @ 60% relative humidity).
SKOPE OD230F-2 Ventilation Keep the ventilation slots in the kick panel clear at all times. Never store cardboard cartons or other objects in front of the cabinet. CAUTION To prevent over-heating and conserve energy, ensure that air can flow freely all around the cabinet, including underneath and on top.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Procedure 2: To reposition a shelf (continued) 6. Reposition the shelf brackets to the new position and place the shelf onto the shelf brackets, ensuring the back of the shelf clips over the rear of the brackets. Shelf Locating slot 7.
The cabinet is fitted with an SCS Connect electronic controller. The controller is located behind the kick panel. The controller is pre-programmed. SKOPE does not recommend changing the settings unless it is absolutely necessary. To ensure efficient operation, the controller automatically forces a defrost cycle when required.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Service Mode The service mode can be run using the controller faceplate, but SKOPE strongly recommends using the SCS Connect Field app. You will need a 9-digit PIN to enter the service mode via the controller. If you don’t have one, contact your User Manager to request a PIN.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Procedure 5: To connect to a controller 1. Open the SCS Connect Field app. 2. Select a controller to connect to from the list of visible controllers. Note: This list is filtered by your activation permissions, so devices you are not authorised to connect to will not be displayed.
SKOPE OD230F-2 SCS info Controller version and cabinet asset information. SCS setup Add or change SCS info (see above). Disconnect Disconnect from currently connected controller. Settings Change app general settings. Faults and Alarms The following tables explain the faults and alarms that the electronic controller may log and display.
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SKOPE OD230F-2 Table 7: Alarms Code Description Possible root cause Estimated product temperature below allowable range • Low ambient • App settings The estimated product temperature has been below the • Controller allowable range for longer than the permissible time.
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SKOPE OD230F-2 Table 7: Alarms (continued) Code Description Possible root cause NO swap cassette required Evaporator fan over-current protection • Faulty fan motor The current supplied to the evaporator fan motor is too • Fan blade fault (imbalance, debris or blockage) high.
SKOPE OD230F-2 4 Wiring Model: OD230F-2 Wire colours Black Blue Brown Grey White Orange GNYE Green-Yellow Green Based upon IEC 757 Standard Legend Unit Junction Box Terminal S3/P3 Gas Cooler Fan Motor Socket/Plug (Red 4-Way) Cabinet Wiring Tray Terminal (right hand side)
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SKOPE OD230F-2 Notes Wiring Service Manual CCEP...
SKOPE OD230F-2 5 Replacement Procedures Isolating Electrics You must isolate the cabinet from the mains power supply before attempting any maintenance. To isolate the cabinet from the power supply, switch it off and unplug the power cord from the mains power supply.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Cladding The cabinet is clad with a high-strength plastic kick panel, night blind cover, front upstand, and painted metal sides. All cladding is removable and replaceable. Left hand side Night blind cover Front upstand Kick panel Right hand side When changing the cladding, remove the kick panel, night blind cover and side cladding before fitting new cladding.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Procedure 9: To remove the front upstand 1. Remove the kick panel (see page 19). 2. Remove the bottom light cover and bottom light (see page 22). 3. Undo the fixing screws from the front upstand and remove the upstand.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Procedure 11: To replace the top interior light 1. Disconnect the cabinet from the mains power supply. 2. Unclip and unplug the light from the top of the cabinet opening. 3. Clip the replacement light into place at the top of the cabinet opening, and plug the replacement light into the light supply.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Cabinet Electrics Cabinet The cabinet is fitted with two cabinet electrics panels which house cabinet electrical Electrics components. The panels are located on each side of the cabinet behind the side cladding and Panels electrics panel covers.The left hand panel houses the lights power supply, and the right hand panel houses the surge protector/EMI filter.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Night Blind The cabinet is fitted with a manual night blind which should be pulled down into the closed position during store closing hours to save power. The night blind has a switch which automatically tells the electronic controller to run the cabinet in night mode (with the lights off) when the blind is in the closed position, or day mode (with the lights on) when in the open position.
8. Reassemble the cabinet and check for correct operation. Refrigeration Cassette Refrigeration The SKOPE Coca-Cola “Boosted” Global transcritical R744 refrigeration cassette is a Cassette bottom-mounted, electronically controlled removable cassette. Assembly For servicing or transportation, the refrigeration cassette unplugs and pulls out of the cabinet.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Evaporator fan Evaporator tub Gas cooler – traditionally a condenser, but because the system runs transcritical, it is called a gas cooler Cassette rating/ serial number label Low side process tube Electronic R744 service controller warning label Compressor...
SKOPE OD230F-2 Procedure 17: To remove the refrigeration cassette (continued) 3. Pull the two cassette lifting levers out and rotate outwards to lower the refrigeration cassette. 4. Use the hand hold to pull the cassette out from the cabinet. When removing, take care of loose plugs and cables, and the top gasket.
Evaporator To help access the components inside the refrigeration cassette, SKOPE has produced an Stand evaporator stand (part number UH0-J010) which supports the evaporator coil so that the evaporator tub can be removed. Follow the instructions below to fit the evaporator stand for servicing.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Procedure 20: To fit the evaporator stand (continued) 5. Carefully peel the inseal back from the pipes at the evaporator tub entry, and raise the evaporator coil up out of the evaporator tub. 6. While supporting the evaporator coil, remove the evaporator tub from the cassette and place aside.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Procedure 22: To replace the gas cooler fan blade 1. Disconnect the cabinet from the mains power supply. 2. Remove the gas cooler fan assembly (see page 29). 3. Remove the screw and washer from the centre of the fan blade, and lift the blade from the motor.
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SKOPE OD230F-2 The fan motor and fan blade are fixed to the evaporator shroud via the brackets. The shroud (complete with fan motor and fan blade) can be lifted off the evaporator tub once the refrigeration cassette cover has been removed.
14. Test and tag as per standard procedure on completion. Compressor The SKOPE global refrigeration cassette is designed for use only with the specified compressor. If the compressor must be replaced, ensure that the SKOPE-specified compressor is used as a replacement. Do not use other compressors within this refrigeration cassette.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Compressor Run/Start Relay and capacitor overload protector enclosure You must remove the compressor electrics before brazing on or around the low side process tube. Refer to the procedure below to remove the compressor electrics. Procedure 27: To remove the compressor electrics 1.
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For charge accuracy and to ensure correct operation, use only SKOPE-supplied system components as spare parts.
Discharge side burst pressure > 420 bar • Suction side burst pressure > 286 bar SKOPE recommends using SKOPE-supplied spare parts. This is important as the parts used will affect safety compliance, charge accuracy, and overall performance of the refrigeration system.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Refrigeration In addition to standard tools for accessing and removing parts, specialist tools are required for System servicing the refrigeration system. Service Tools See the tables below for specialist tool requirements when completing the refrigeration system service tasks detailed in this manual.
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SKOPE OD230F-2 Refer to the diagrams below for details on connecting service equipment to the refrigeration system for leak testing, evacuating, and charging. R744 SKOPE All >140 bar working Repair Sealed pressure System Workflow Cartridge for repair Side High Side...
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SKOPE OD230F-2 Pressure Ancillaries Nitrogen (Dry, Oxygen free) >140 bar working pressure No loss connector female end Gauge Vacuum Pressure relief only, no valve pressure connection Vacuum pump No loss connector female end >140 bar working R744 pressure Capillary Scales: 40kg ±1 g...
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SKOPE OD230F-2 Diagnostics The following test is useful for diagnosing a blockage or short of gas situation. Perform the test before opening the refrigeration system. Do NOT fit line tap valves, bullet piercing valves, or Schrader valves. It is useful to have a correctly operating cassette running beside the cassette being serviced to compare behaviour.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Procedure 28: Refrigeration system diagnostic test (continued) 8. Calculate the temperature differential between the two temperature measuring tools by subtracting the cooler reading from the warmer reading. 9. Check the differential against the chart below to gauge the percentage of refrigerant flow blocked.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Procedure 29: To discharge refrigerant from the cassette 1. Remove the cassette cover and fit a block to support the evaporator coil. 2. Remove the warning label from the high side process tube. Crimping tool 3. Starting on the high side, use the crimping tool to pinch the process pipe closed near the T junction.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Capillary The SKOPE global cassette has been designed with an easily serviceable capillary. If a Restriction capillary restriction occurs, follow the steps below to replace the capillary. Note: When replacing the capillary it is also necessary to replace the reducer. The reducer is a separate part and should be ordered when ordering the capillary.
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SKOPE OD230F-2 Procedure 31: To replace the process tubes (continued) 6. Create a flow of nitrogen through the existing cut process tubes, from the high side to the low side, of approximately 5 to 6 litres per minute. The flow should be noticeable exiting from the low side process tube, showing that the system is clear and it is safe to apply heat.
SKOPE OD230F-2 High Pressure The high pressure switch protects the refrigeration system from damage due to overpressure Switch (high temperature) conditions. Conditions that may activate the high pressure switch are: • High ambient conditions (ensure adequate ventilation) • Blocked or restricted capillary •...
1 × 1 mm bubble every 15 seconds. Such a small leak may not be detected with soap bubbles or by being immersed in a water bath. To find small leaks, SKOPE recommends a good quality R744 electronic leak detector with a sensitivity of 3 g per year.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Procedure 34: To evacuate the refrigeration system (continued) 6. Once the evacuation is complete, close the vacuum hose valve. 7. Close the high side service valve on the gauge manifold set. 8. Turn off the vacuum pump. 9. Move on to charging refrigerant.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Procedure 35: To charge refrigerant (continued) 13. Pinch off the high side process tube in two places with the crimping tools. Make the first pinch approximately 20 mm up from the T-junction join, and the second pinch perpendicular approximately 20 mm above the first pinch.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Use needle nose pliers to unlock and gently remove the terminals. Electronic The electronic controller is located within the cassette electrics box assembly, which is Controller attached to the front of the refrigeration cassette. Location Replacing the Controller Procedure 36: To access and replace the controller 1.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Procedure 36: To access and replace the controller (continued) 10. Select the appropriate parameter file from LOCAL. If it is not available in LOCAL, search for the parameter file in SERVER (internet access required), and download to LOCAL.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Control Probe The control probe is located at the top right hand corner of the cabinet interior. Procedure 38: To replace the control probe 1. Disconnect the cabinet from the mains power supply. Control probe Plastic bracket 2. Remove the control probe from the plastic bracket.
SKOPE OD230F-2 Evaporator The evaporator probe is located within the evaporator coil. It controls the refrigeration system Probe defrost initiation and termination. Evaporator probe cable Evaporator probe cable Evaporator coil Evaporator coil Evaporator probe position Probe location as viewed from the...
SKOPE OD230F-2 6 Spare Parts Cabinet Assembly – OD230F-2 Table 11: Parts – Cabinet OD230F Item Description SKOPE part no. CCEP-AU part no. CCEP-NZ part no. Left hand side cladding O232/009L 120086885 Right hand side cladding O232/009R 120086886 Left and right hand electrics panel cover...
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SKOPE OD230F-2 Table 11: Parts – Cabinet OD230F (continued) Item Description SKOPE part no. CCEP-AU part no. CCEP-NZ part no. Top shelf right hand bracket – Black STY10956R-32 120085678 Top shelf right hand bracket – Black STY10956R-49 120085679 Middle shelf – White...
Periodically wipe the inside and outside of the cabinet with a damp cloth, taking care to keep moisture away from electrical parts. Air Filter and To ensure trouble-free performance, SKOPE strongly urges monthly cleaning with a soft brush Gas Cooler to remove dust and fluff. A more thorough cleaning is required by qualified service personnel every six months.
SKOPE OD230F-2 8 Troubleshooting Electronic Controller Alarms signal unexpected operational changes in the cabinet. When an alarm is activated, use the electronic controller app to assist with fault diagnosis and service as necessary. See page 12. Cabinet For problems with the cabinet and refrigeration cassette use Table 14.
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