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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series 1 Specifications Models This service manual applies to the SKOPE ProSpec Underbench models listed in Table 1. Refer to the relevant product specification sheet (available on the SKOPE website: www.skope.com) for specifications. Table 1: Freezer cabinet specifications...
No below clearance required * All cabinets: When installed for continuous duty in climate class 7 environment (35°C ambient/75% relative humidity), SKOPE recommends providing 50 mm clearance around the sides and back of the cabinet. † Remote cabinets: A 50 mm gap is required at rear of cabinet to allow pipework, power, and drainage routing.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Mounting (all cabinets) Castors and The cabinet is supplied fitted with swivel castors. The front castors are lockable, the rear Legs castors are free. The castors can be replaced if necessary, or removed for plinth mounting or fitting the height-adjustable legs.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Shelves (door cabinets only) Each shelf is held in place with two shelf runners, which clip into the shelf support strips. Cleaning Before First Use Clean and thoroughly sanitise the cabinet interior and food contact surfaces, such as the worktop, before first use.
The internal temperature is set at the factory for the applicable cabinet type. You can run the electronic controller’s Service mode using the faceplate, but SKOPE strongly recommends using the SCS Connect Field app. MAN80199 “SCS Connect Electronic Controller”...
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Control probe Hot gas pipes Removable cartridge Once the evaporator probe (attached to the outlet of the evaporator) reaches 15°C, the termination temperature, there are 5 minutes of passive drip time. The typical hot gas defrost time is 2 to 8 minutes (depending on the amount of ice) every 3 hours.
CAREL EEV controller The EEV is set up during commissioning so it works as an expansion valve for the refrigerant control. For further information, see PRN80689 Guidelines for SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Remote Refrigeration. • For replacement procedures, see “Electronic Expansion Valve” on page 67).
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Condenser To ensure trouble-free performance, SKOPE strongly recommends the cleaning schedule in Coil and Filter Table 3, which will depend on: (removable • the cabinet’s location and environment. cartridge • the condition of the condenser coil.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Removable cartridge cabinets Procedure 3: To clean the condenser coil and condenser filter 1. Disconnect the cabinet from the mains power supply (see Procedure 4 on page 13). The filter is located behind the bottom louvred panel.
Note: There are no interior lights in bays with drawers. IMPORTANT Replace the light with the same SKOPE OEM part. Do not use alternative LED strip or tube lights, or fluorescent tubes. The lighting is made up of three components which are replaceable: •...
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Procedure 5: To replace an interior light component (door bays only) 1. Disconnect the cabinet from the mains power supply. 2. Remove the shelves from either side of the light. Plug 3. Unplug the light.
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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Procedure 7: To remove the hinges and a door Before you start • Note that the door is under tension, with a torsion bar. It also has a “stay open” feature at 110°, where it will sit without closing which is when it is at the greatest amount of tension. It is under the least amount of tension when it is closed.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Procedure 8: To refit a door 1. Disconnect the cabinet from the mains power supply (see Procedure 4 on page 14). 2. If necessary, refit the torsion bar, door stopper, and top and bottom hinges to the door. Ensure...
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Adjust Drawer If a lock is preventing a drawer from closing properly, you can slightly adjust the drawer front Alignment both horizontally and vertically. Procedure 9: To adjust a drawer front horizontally or vertically 1. Disconnect the cabinet from the mains power supply.
Part 2 – Systems other than self-contained low charge systems. Important • SKOPE hydrocarbon refrigeration systems must only be serviced by appropriately skilled and qualified refrigeration mechanics. • Servicing a sealed refrigeration system must occur at a hydrocarbon workshop or service area with dedicated hydrocarbon equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Must have no ignition sources, nor any areas where the gas may pool. • Must be able to transport swap units. • Should carry minimum SKOPE hydrocarbon service parts. On-site Work The service technician must have required knowledge, skills, qualifications, and tools before beginning any on-site work on the refrigeration sealed system.
Some minor servicing can be performed without removing the refrigeration cartridge. The cartridge must only be used on a SKOPE hydrocarbon-compliant cabinet. Refer to the cabinet rating label to see if the cabinet is suitable to use with a hydrocarbon cartridge. The rating label must state refrigerant as R290.
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The SKOPE ProSpec remote refrigeration system is an end-mounted system which does not include a condensing unit. The condensing unit, which is not supplied by SKOPE, needs to be selected and installed by a qualified refrigeration mechanic in the remote location.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Cartridge You can remove the cartridge cover panel to access the cartridge and the cartridge side panel. Cover Panel Procedure 11: To remove the cartridge cover panel Before you start • You will need a Phillips head screwdriver.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Removable Cartridge Procedure 13: To remove the refrigeration cartridge (removable cartridge cabinets) Cabinets Before you start • If a customer reports a “not cooling” fault, and it has been established that the cabinet is not cooling, follow the “On-site Work Procedure”...
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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Procedure 13: To remove the refrigeration cartridge (removable cartridge cabinets) (continued) 6. Partially slide the cartridge out (about 100 mm). • Use the handles at the front of the cartridge, and take care of loose plugs, cables and the evaporator box inseal when sliding the cartridge.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Remote The remote cartridge is plumbed and wired in to the cabinet. It is attached to the cabinet via Cabinets an extendible copper coil which allows the cartridge to be pulled forwards and removed from the cabinet without cutting or breaking the refrigeration tubing.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Procedure 14: To pull the remote cartridge out of the cabinet for servicing (continued) Screw removed 5. Unscrew the 2 × screws on the front of the evaporator box front mounting bracket. Screw 6. Unplug the cartridge from the cabinet: •...
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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Procedure 15: To diagnose a sealed system fault in a removable cartridge Before you start • The cartridge and compressor must not have run for four hours before performing this test. • Perform this test in either of: •...
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Defrost The remote cabinet is fitted with two defrost elements inside the evaporator coil, and one at Element the base, below the evaporator coil, all of which you can replace if necessary. (remote cabinets) Defrost element...
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Procedure 16: To replace a defrost element (remote cabinets) (continued) 15. Replace the putty and check that it is fully sealing the evaporator box. 16. Restore the evaporator box inseal so that there are no air gaps. Ideally remove the cut seal, and replace it with a new inseal strip.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Cartridge Note: The cabinet electronic controller and electrics box (including the LED light driver power Electrics Box supply) are matched to the cabinet, and must be left with the cabinet when servicing or replacing the cartridge. Replacement spare part cartridges are not supplied with a cabinet controller or electrics box.
Condenser The condenser fan assembly is made up of a fan motor, fan blade and mounting brackets, and Fan Assembly fan guard which can be replaced if necessary. SKOPE does not supply a condensing unit with (removable remote cabinets. cartridge...
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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Procedure 20: To replace the condenser fan blade (removable cartridge cabinets) Before you start • If a customer reports a “not cooling” fault, and it has been established that the cabinet is not cooling, follow the “On-site Work Procedure” on page 49 when making the service visit.
If the fan stops, check all connections to ensure no plugs have come loose. IMPORTANT Replace the motor with the same SKOPE OEM part. Do not use alternative parts. It is important that you replace the evaporator fan assembly with the same part to ensure safety, correct alignment and refrigeration performance, and compliance.
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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Procedure 22: To access and replace the evaporator fan assembly Before you start • If a customer reports a “not cooling” fault, and it has been established that the cabinet is not cooling, follow the “On-site Work Procedure” on page 49 when making the service visit.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Anti- Remote cabinets have an anti-condensation fan located under the cabinet electronic condensation controller, next to the electronic expansion valve (EEV) controller, which runs continuously to Fan (remote prevent condensation forming on the evaporator box.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Compressor Removable cartridge If the compressor is causing excessive noise, check the mountings to ensure there is no damage to the rubber or the washers, nuts and screws. IMPORTANT To prevent possible vibration noise, ensure that the condensate pipes are clamped onto the base of the condensate tray.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Replacing the Before replacing the compressor Compressor If considering replacing the compressor (e.g. it is not going, it is causing excessive noise, it has a distinctive hissing sound and is running with a very hot body temperature): •...
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Cabinet The cabinet electronic controller is located in the louvred cartridge cover panel in front of the Controller refrigeration cartridge. Location Procedure 24: To access and remove the cabinet controller 1. Disconnect the cabinet from the mains power supply (see Procedure 4 on page 14).
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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Procedure 25: To replace the cabinet controller (continued) 4. Fit the new replacement controller, and connect the terminals at the back of the controller. Connect low voltage terminals before high voltage terminals. WDTL Controller P(L ) N...
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Door and The cabinet is fitted with a switch above each bay, which tells the cabinet electronic controller Drawer Switch when a door or the top drawer is opened. A small magnet on the top edge of the door or top drawer activates the switch.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Procedure 27: To replace the control probe (continued) 6. Replace the probe, ensuring it is: • in the same position as the original probe (see the image above). • securely attached. 7. Following the same path as the original probe cable, fit the new probe cable with cable ties as necessary, and plug it in securely to the connector.
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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Procedure 28: To replace the evaporator probe (continued) 3. Remove the evaporator fan assembly (see Procedure 22 on page 35). Note: The evaporator coil is held firmly in place between the evaporator fan assembly and the base of the evaporator box.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Condenser The condenser probe is located on the side of the condenser coil. Probe (removable cartridge cabinets) Procedure 29: To replace the condenser probe (removable cartridge cabinets) Before you start Make sure you take note of the original condenser probe cable’s path, e.g. a photo.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Ambient Probe The ambient probe is located in front of the condenser coil. It monitors the temperature around the refrigeration cartridge. Note: The ambient probe is wired in series with the door and/or drawer switch.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Electronic Expansion Valve (EEV) Controller (remote cabinets) The EEV is controlled by a CAREL EVD mini electronic controller with a display. The controller is part of the EEV assembly, and has multiple components: • EEV suction probe •...
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Procedure 31: To replace the EEV controller (remote cabinets) (continued) 7. Reconnect the wiring and plugs, referring to your photo. 8. Commission the controller according to the chapter 4 of the CAREL User Manual (https://tinyurl.com/2n3adp5d).
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series EEV Pressure The EEV pressure transducer provides the EEV controller with the evaporator pressure. Transducer Procedure 34: To replace the EEV pressure transducer (remote cabinets only) 1. Pump the refrigerant down and shut the valves.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series On-site Work Procedure If a customer reports a “not cooling” fault, and it has been established that the cabinet is not cooling, follow the relevant procedure below when making the service visit. Create a 1.5 m safe working area around the cabinet.
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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Return the faulty cartridge to the service depot. The refrigeration system is considered to have gas leak. Create a safe work area in an open, well-ventilated space around the faulty cartridge. Ensure there are no hazards, ignition sources or drains.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series De-gassing Procedure Follow the procedure below to safely de-gas a hydrocarbon refrigeration cartridge (removable cartridge cabinets only). Note: Follow all hydrocarbon standard operating procedures when carrying out this procedure. Procedure 35: To de-gas a refrigeration cartridge...
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series 6 Spare Parts Cabinet Assembly GN1/1 Underbench Cabinet 13 14 Table key: grey background = part specifically for remote cartridges Table 6: Parts – GN1/1 underbench removable cartridge and remote cabinet assembly: 1- and 2-bay...
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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Table 6: Parts – GN1/1 underbench removable cartridge and remote cabinet assembly: 1- and 2-bay (continued) 1-bay 2-bay No. Description Part no. Cartridge Door Drawer Cartridge Door Drawer Left Right Left Right 2 Left Right Left...
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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Table key: grey background = part specifically for remote cartridges Table 7: Parts – GN1/1 underbench removable cartridge and cabinet assembly: 3-bay 3-bay No. Description Part no. Cartridge Door Drawer Left Right Left Right Benchtop – 3-bay, left hand SKC-0-180-0069-0 ✔...
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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Table 7: Parts – GN1/1 underbench removable cartridge and cabinet assembly: 3-bay (continued) 3-bay No. Description Part no. Cartridge Door Drawer Left Right Left Right Drawer slide – pair KN-SSY12246 ✔ ✔ Transom KN-SSY12808 ✔...
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series GN2/1 Underbench Cabinet Spare Parts Service Manual MAN80656...
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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Table key: grey background = part specifically for remote cartridges Table 8: Parts – GN2/1 underbench removable cartridge and remote cabinet assembly: 2-bay 2-bay Description Part no. Cartridge Door Left Right Left Right Benchtop – 2-bay, left hand SKC-0-180-0091-0 ✔...
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Cartridge Assembly Confirm the model and serial number of the cartridge before ordering spare parts. See Table 1, “Freezer cabinet specifications”, on page 5. GN1/1 and GN2/1 Removable Cartridge Underbench Spare Parts Service Manual MAN80656...
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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Table 9: Parts – GN1/1 and GN2/1 underbench removable refrigeration cartridge assembly Description Part No. Refrigeration cartridge – left hand ULQDNI-0069-P ✔ Refrigeration cartridge – right hand URQDNI-0070-P ✔ Evaporator fan shroud assembly – left hand UA0700009 ✔...
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Remote Freezer Cartridge Spare Parts Service Manual MAN80656...
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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Table 10: Parts – Remote refrigeration cartridge assembly No. Description Part no. Refrigeration cartridge – left hand ULQDXR/0072-P ✔ – Refrigeration cartridge – right hand URQDXR/0073-P ✔ Evaporator shroud assembly – left hand UA0700011 ✔...
• Faulty door switch diagnose the problem. Diagnose and repair. If a system fault is found contact • Refrigeration system error (indicated by SKOPE for information on how to proceed. the electronic controller) • Open the door. • Light switched off •...
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• Position the element or fuse correctly. position • Refrigeration system failure • Contact SKOPE for information on how to proceed. Check that the evaporator box seals are fully clamped, and • Ice build-up inside the cabinet top seal is good without gaps. Micro-gaps will •...
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Table 12: Cabinet and cartridge troubleshooting (continued) Problem Possible cause Recommended action Level the cabinet. • Cabinet is on an uneven surface • Cabinet door does Check the shelves and product. • Door is obstructed not close properly Check and clean the door gasket.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Alarm Reset Rules • The EEPROM unit parameters and operating parameters alarm (EE) always shuts down the controller and cannot be reset. • The emergency valve closing not completed alarm (E8) requires a manual reset.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series GAS Type GAS Type Mode Mode Super Heat Super Heat Superheat value lower than -5 K Superheat value higher than 55 K Control Alarms These are alarms that are only activated during control. Protector Alarms...
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Table 15: EEV alarms (continued) Code Cause Reset Effect on control Recommended action Low suction temperature Automatic No effect Check the threshold parameter. Emergency shutdown: • LowSH • LOP Automatic Valve closed Reset the power supply.
SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series EEV Troubleshooting Table 16: EEV troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution • Check the correct probe electrical connections. The probe does not measure correct • Make sure the correct pressure probe has been set. The superheat value values.
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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Table 16: EEV troubleshooting (continued) Problem Cause Solution • Activate the MOP protection by setting the: • threshold to the required saturated evaporation temperature (high evaporation temperature limit for the compressors), and MOP protection is disabled or ineffective.
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SKOPE ProSpec Underbench Freezer Series Table 16: EEV troubleshooting (continued) Problem Cause Solution LOP protection is disabled. Set a LOP integration time >0 sec. 1. Make sure that the LOP protection threshold is at the required saturated evaporation temperature (between the rated evaporation temperature of the unit and the corresponding temperature at the LOP protection is ineffective.
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