Instruction Manual

SITE SELECTION, BASE PREPARATION & LEVELING THE FLOOR

WALK-IN COOLER OR FREEZER WITH A FLOOR

One of the most important considerations in the erection of a walk-in cooler or freezer is the building floor or the surface

upon which the walk-in will rest. As with any structure, a firm and level foundation is essential to achieve a perfect

end result. If the surface is not perfectly level and smooth, appropriate steps must be taken to provide the proper

base. The positive

action of self-closing

doors, proper door

gasket seal and

condensate removal

all depend directly

upon the level and

plumb installation of

all panels.

If the walk-in is to

be installed next to

an existing building

wall(s), make sure that a MINIMUM OF 2" REMAINS BETWEEN

THE WALK-IN AND THE BUILDING WALL(S) to allow for

irregularities of the building wall(s) and to permit a free flow of air

between the two surfaces.

NOTE: Indoor walk-in(s) must be in an environmentally controlled

space. Relative humidity should be kept between 30% - 60%,

maintaining a dew point of 50°F or less.

In some cases, the surface upon which the walk-in is to be installed

was especially prepared for installation and it is perfectly level and

smooth. The walk-in floor, in this case, may be installed without

further preparation. Before beginning, however, an appropriate

vapor barrier should be placed over the surface that the walk-in

will occupy. Asphalt felt paper (50#) or a 6 mil polyethylene film,

are suggested materials. These are provided by the installing

contractor.

Walk-in insTallaTion - siTe selecTion, Base PRePaRaTion