INSTALLATION MANUAL traditional reach-ins True food service equipment, inc. CONGRATULATIONS! You have just purchased the finest commercial refrigerator available. You can expect many years of trouble-free operation.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins NOTICE TO CUSTOMER Loss or spoilage of products in your refrigerator/ freezer is not covered by warranty. In addition to following recommended installation procedures you must run the refrigerator/freezer 24 hours prior to usage. SAFETY INFOrmation How to Maintain Your True Refrigerator to Receive the Most Efficient and Successful Operation. You have selected one of the finest commercial refrigeration units made.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous… even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator Or Freezer: • Take off the doors.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins INSTALLATION OWNERSHIP To ensure that your unit works properly from the first day, it must be installed properly. We highly recommend a trained refrigeration mechanic and electrician install your TRUE equipment. The cost of a professional installation is money well spent. Before you start to install your TRUE unit, carefully inspect it for freight damage. If damage is discovered, immediately file a claim with the delivery freight carrier.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins WIRE GAUGE CHART T-72F WIRING CHANGES (110V Application Only) 115 Volts Distance In Feet To Center of Load Amps 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 120 140 160 Previous design: 4 prong plug NEMA 14-20R - 4 wire circuit (see image 1). Current design: 3 prong plug NEMA 5-20R - 3 wire circuit (see image 2).
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins LOCATING A. Remove louver from the front of cabinet (see page 11 for louver grill removal / reinstallation) and backguard (if applicable) from rear of cabinet. B. Skid bolts are located in each of 4 corners inside cabinet bottom. (See photo A). C. Remove skid bolts. (See photo B). D. Cut straps if applicable. (See photo C). WARNING: Cabinet warranties are void if OEM power cord is tampered with.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins SEALING CABINET TO FLOOR STEP 1 - Position Cabinet - Allow one inch between the wall and rear of the refrigerator to assure proper ventilation. For freezers 3 inches between the wall and rear of the cabinet will assure proper ventilation. 1 STEP 2 - Level Cabinet - Cabinet should be level, side to side and front to back. Place a carpenter’s level in the interior floor in four places: 2 Thread castor into the underside of cabinet frame rail.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins SETUP STANDARD ACCESSORIES SHELVING INSTALLATION / OPERATION SHELF INSTALLATION: A. Hook shelf clips onto shelf standards. B. Position all four shelf clips equal in distance from the floor for flat shelves. C. Lower front of gravity feed TrueTrac organizers to enable proper feed. D. Place shelves on shelf clips making sure all corners are seated properly.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins WARNING! Do not use pliers or any crimping tools when installing shelf clips. Altering shelf clips in any way can lead to shelving instability. SHELF INSTALLATION: For Proper Shelf Clip Installation Please Read The Following Instructions. Step 1 Install the top tab of the shelf clip into the proper hole. Push up on the bottom of the clip. (See image 1). Step 2 Bottom tab of the shelf clip will fit tightly.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins SLIDE DOOR OPERATION (CABINET ADJUSTMENT) STEP 1 - Before removing slide door do not use the side latch. Tension on the door cord is needed to execute these operation instructions. Doors can not be removed unless placed in specific locations stated in these instructions. STEP 3 - After centering the door lift it up and tilt top of door towards the back of the unit so the rollers are out of the top channel. Swing the bottom of the door out of the bottom channel.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins STEP 5 - Slide left door to the right so right edge lines up with the end of the TRUE Logo located at the top of the door frame. See image 6. Then lift door out of track same way as image 4. TRUE Logo TO ADJUST SLIDE DOOR STEP 1 - After cabinet is installed in a final location and correctly leveled check for any openings when the slide doors are completely closed.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins operation STARTUP A. The compressor is ready to operate. Plug in the cooler. B. Temperature controls are factory-set to give refrigerators an approximate temperature of 35°F (1.6°C) and freezers an approximate temperature of -10°F (-23.3°C). Allow unit to function several hours, completely cooling cabinet before changing the control setting. Temperature Control Location and Settings.
True traditional reach-ins www.truemfg.com MECHANICAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL GENERAL SEQUENCE OF OPERATION MECHANICAL CONTROL REFRIGERATOR GENERAL SEQUENCE OF OPERATION 1. Cabinet is plugged in. a. Interior lights will illuminate on Glass Door Models only. If lights do not come on verify the light switch is in the “ON” position. Solid door cabinets may or may not have lights that may be controlled by the door switch. 2.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins WHEN TO MAKE AN ADJUSTMENT TO A MECHANICAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL We advise to make a mechanical temperature control adjustment only for a high altitude location.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins INSTRUCTIONS: DANFOSS TEMPERATURE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT FOR HIGH ALTITUDE APPLICATIONS STEP 1 - Unplug cooler. STEP 2 - Remove the screws that secure the temperature control to the inset box. STEP 3 - To make these adjustments it may be necessary to remove the temperature control from the housing. NOTE: You may have to remove the wires attached to the control. Take note as to which wire is on which spade terminal. STEP 4 - Pull out gently from cabinet.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins CHART 1 2 3 4 5 CUT OUT 6 COLDER 7 CUT IN O 8 15 1 9 2 7 BUL. NO.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins DEFROST TIMER Defrost Time Clock Operation for units WITH MECHANICAL CONTROL NOTICE: If timer is not set for a minimum of 3 defrost per day for 30 minutes each, the coil may develop excessive frost. This may lead to system failure and product loss, which is not covered under warranty. RECOMMENDED DEFROST SETTINGS: The following procedure may be followed to customize your needs.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins ELECTRONIC Temperature Controls LAE ELECTRONIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL GENERAL SEQUENCE OF OPERATION t1 = supply air / return air* (thermostat) * STA, STG, STM, STR Models. t2 = coil / copper line (defrost) t3 = return air / supply air* (display) t3 probe is not installed and / or activated in all applications with t3 is not installed and / or activated, the display probe is t1. LAE ELECTRONIC CONTROL GENERAL SEQUENCE OF OPERATION 1.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins HOW TO DIAGNOSE AN LAE ELECTRONIC CONTROL Indicator lights for Refrigeration/Heating Mode, Fan Operation, Defrost Mode.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins LAE Control Info / Set Point Button Manual Defrost / Down Button Manual Activation Up Button Stand-By Button HOW TO TURN OFF THE LAE ELECTRONIC CONTROL: May need to unlock control. WHY: Turning off the control will deactivate all electrical components. CAUTION: Turning off the control will not shut off power to the cabinet. Cabinet must be unplugged prior to any repair.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins LAE Control Info / Set Point Button Manual Defrost / Down Button Manual Activation Up Button Stand-By Button CHANGING THE "SET POINT": May need to unlock control. WHY: The set point is the temperature at which the compressor will shut off. NOTE: The “set point” IS NOT the cabinet holding temperature. 1 HOW TO CHANGE THE “SET POINT”: STEP 1 - To see the set point, press and hold the Info button See image 1.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins LAE Control Info / Set Point Button Manual Defrost / Down Button Manual Activation Up Button Stand-By Button INITIATE A MANUAL DEFROST: May need to unlock control. WHY: A one time additional defrost may be necessary to clear accumulated frost / ice from evaporator coil. HOW TO INITIATE A MANUAL DEFROST: The method to initiate a manual defrost is determined by the Defrost Mode Parameter “DTM” preprogrammed in the controller.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins LAE Control CHANGING “DEFROST INTERVALS”: May need to unlock control. Info / Set Point Button Manual Defrost / Down Button Manual Activation Up Button Stand-By Button 1a This can only be changed if defrost mode parameter “DFM” is set for “TIM”. WHY: The defrost interval is the time duration between defrost cycles. The defrost interval time starts when the cabinet is supplied power or after a manual defrost.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins LAE Control HOW TO CHANGE DISPLAY READOUT FROM FAHRENHEIT TO CELSIUS: May need to unlock control. Info / Set Point Button Manual Defrost / Down Button Manual Activation Up Button Stand-By Button 1 This can only be changed with the LAE model BR1 version of the control. WHY: Changing readout will assist with customer application.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins LAE Control Info / Set Point Button Manual Defrost / Down Button Manual Activation Up Button Stand-By Button DISPLAYING TEMPERATURE PROBES, T1, T2, T3: WHY: To display temperature probe readings in different locations of the cabinet. 1 HOW TO DISPLAY PROBE TEMPERATURES: STEP 1 - To display T1 temperature, press and release the info button . “t1” will appear. See image 1. STEP 2 - Press and hold the info button the T1 Probe. See image 2. .
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins LAE Controller Parameter Settings for Celsius For every model / version of the LAE controller, ALL parameters with a formula shown need to be converted for Celsius applications. EXCEPT MODEL: BR1 EXAMPLE: If current SPL is set for 20 degrees F, the formula is (X-32) / 1.8 25 (X-32) / 1.8 (X-32) / 1.8 (X-32) / 1.8 (X-32) / 1.8 (X-32) / 1.8 (X) / 1.8 EC (X) / 1.8 BJ (X-32) / 1.8 (X-32) / 1.8 (X) / 1.8 (X) / 1.8 (X-32) / 1.8 (X-32) / 1.8 (X) / 1.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins Maintenance, care, cleaning CLEANING THE CONDENSER COIL When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: TOOLS REQUIRED • Phillips Screwdriver • Air Tank or CO2 Tank • Stiff Bristle Brush • Vacuum Cleaner • Adjustable Wrench STEP 3 - Remove bolts anchoring compressor assembly to frame rails and carefully slide out.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION Condensers accumulate dirt and require cleaning every 30 days. Dirty condensers result in compressor failure, product loss, and lost sales, which are not covered by warranty. If you keep the Condenser clean you will minimize your service expense and lower your electrical costs. The Condenser requires scheduled cleaning every thirty days or as needed.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins STAINLESS STEEL EQUIPMENT CARE AND CLEANING 8 steps that can help prevent rust on stainless steel: CAUTION: Do not use any steel wool, abrasive or chlorine based products to clean stainless steel surfaces. 1. Using the correct cleaning tools Use non-abrasive tools when cleaning your stainless steel products. The stainless steel’s passive layer will not be harmed by soft cloths and plastic scouring pads. Step 2 tells you how to find the polishing marks. 2.
True www.truemfg.com traditional reach-ins GENERAL MAINTENANCE LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT (INTERIOR LIGHTS) GENERAL MAINTENANCE WARNING: When replacing a light bulb make sure power to the unit is either turned off or unplugged. Be careful when removing the light bulb. Please be aware of your local ordinances in disposing old bulbs. These bulbs should be disposed in a safe and correct manner. • Simply unscrew the light bulb (See image 1 & 2).
www.truemfg.com TRUE REFRIGERATION® MADE IN U.S.A. SINCE 1945 WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S.A & CANADA ONLY!) This warranty only applies to units shipped from True’s manufacturing facilities after JULY 1, 2014.
