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WELCOME Welcome to the Marvel Experience! Thank you for choosing our quality American-built product to add to your home. We are thrilled to welcome you to our growing community of Marvel owners, who trust in our products and our support. The information in this guide is intended to help you install and maintain your new Marvel undercounter model to protect and prolong its lifetime. We encourage you to contact our Technical Support team at (616) 754-5601 with any questions.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Tip: Click on any section below to jump directly there Safety Important Safety Instructions Installation Unpacking Your Appliance Electrical Cutout & Product Dimensions Side-by-Side & Stacking Installations Installing the anti-tip device Door Reversal Installing The Water Supply Maintenance Care and Cleaning Stainless Steel Maintenance Extended Non-Use Operating Instructions Ice Maker Operation Service Obtaining Service Troubleshooting Product Liability Warranty Claims Ordering Replacemen
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions Warnings and safety instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining or operating this appliance. Recognize Safety Symbols, Words and Labels ! WARNING WARNING - You can be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow these instructions.
UNPACKING YOUR APPLIANCE ! WARNING EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD Use two or more people to move product. Failure to do so can result in personal injury. Remove Interior Packaging Your appliance has been packed for shipment with all parts that could be damaged by movement securely fastened. Remove internal packing materials and any tape holding internal components in place. The owners manual is shipped inside the product in a plastic bag along with the warranty registration card and other accessory items.
ELECTRICAL Electrical Connection A grounded 115 volt, 15 amp dedicated circuit is required. Do not remove ground prong This product is factory equipped with a power supply cord that has a three-pronged, grounded plug. It must be plugged into a mating grounding type receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code and applicable local codes and ordinances.
CUTOUT AND PRODUCT DIMENSIONS Prepare Site 14 13⁄16” (376 mm) Your Marvel product has been designed for either freestanding or built-in installation. When built-in, your unit does not require additional air space for top, sides, or rear. However, the front grille must NOT be obstructed, and clearance is required for an electrical connection in the rear. Front ! 32” to 33” (813 mm to 838 mm) 26” (660 mm) CAUTION Unit can NOT be installed behind a closed cabinet door.
Side-by-Side Installation 3. Place bracket over holes and attach to unit with two screws removed in step 2 using a T-25 Torx driver. Two units may be installed side-by-side. Cutout width for a side-by-side installation is the cutout Tighten screws fully. 4. Gently push units into position. Be careful not to dimension of a single unit times two. No trim kit is required. However, 1/4" (6 mm) of space entangle the electrical cord or water line, if applicable. 5.
INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIP DEVICE Anti-Tip Bracket 1. Slide unit out so screws on top of unit are easily accessible. 2. Remove the two screws from the opposite side of the hinge assembly using a T-25 Torx driver (see below). Place bracket over holes and attach to unit with two screws removed in step 2 using a T-25 Torx driver. Tighten screws fully. Gently push unit into position. Be careful not to entangle the electrical cord or water line, if applicable.
DOOR REVERSAL Door Adjustments To Reverse the Door Hinge Cover Hinge cover included with the literature bag is optional. To install hinge cover: 1. Press hinge cover squarely over hinge. Hinge Cover Remove arrow clips: 1. :LWK D SXWW\ NQLIH RU RWKHU À DW WRRO JHQWO\ SU\ HDFK arrow clip from hinge mounting holes. Door Alignment and Adjustment 2. Set aside arrow clips to be reused on the opposite side. Align and adjust the door if it is not level or is not sealing properly.
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INSTALLING THE WATER SUPPLY Prepare Plumbing ! ! CAUTION Plumbing installation must observe all state and local codes. All water and drain connections MUST BE made by D OLFHQVHG TXDOL¿ HG SOXPELQJ FRQWUDFWRU )DLOXUH WR IROORZ recommendations and instructions may result in damage and/or harm. Water Supply Connection 'R QRW XVH DQ\ SODVWLF ZDWHU VXSSO\ OLQH 7KH OLQH LV XQGHU SUHVVXUH DW DOO WLPHV 3ODVWLF PD\ FUDFN RU UXSWXUH ZLWK DJH DQG FDXVH GDPDJH WR \RXU KRPH 'R QRW XVH WDSH RU MRLQW FRPSRXQ
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ICE MAKER OPERATION Ice Maker Operation Ice Cube Thickness Adjustment When the ice bucket is full, the ice making mechanism will VKXW Rႇ +RZHYHU WKH UHIULJHUDWLRQ V\VWHP ZLOO FRQWLQXH WR cool and maintain the ice supply. Interval - As Required. NOTE Do not place cans or bottles in the ice compartment because they will freeze. 7R WXUQ Rႇ LFH SURGXFWLRQ Raise the bin arm into an upright and locked position. The unit will preserve temperature for ice storage.
CARE AND CLEANING Exterior Cleaning Stainless door panels, handles and frames can discolor when exposed to chlorine gas, pool chemicals, saltwater or cleaners with bleach. Keep your stainless unit looking new by cleaning with a good quality all-in-one stainless steel cleaner and polish monthly. For best results use Claire® Stainless Steel Polish and Cleaner. Comparable products are acceptable. Frequent cleaning will remove surface contamination that could lead to rust.
CARE AND CLEANING To Defrost: Cleaning Condenser 1. Disconnect power to the unit. Interval - every six months 2. Remove ice bucket and discard ice. 3. Place towel or other absorbent material on bottom of ice bin. 7R PDLQWDLQ RSHUDWLRQDO Hႈ FLHQF\ NHHS WKH IURQW JULOOH IUHH of dust and lint, and clean the condenser when necessary. Depending on environmental conditions, more or less frequent cleaning may be necessary. ! 4. Fill the ice bucket half full with warm, not hot water.
STAINLESS STEEL MAINTENANCE Background Stainless steel does not stain, corrode, or rust as easily as ordinary steel, but it is not stain or corrosion proof. Stainless steels can discolor or corrode if not maintained properly. amount of chromium present. It is this chromium that NOTE Stainless steel products should never be installed, or stored in close proximity to chlorine chemicals.
EXTENDED NON-USE Extended Non-Use Vacation/Holiday - Prolonged Shutdown For questions regarding winterization, please call Marvel at 616.754.5601. The following steps are recommended for periods of extended non-use: 1. Remove all consumable content from the unit. ! CAUTION Damage caused by freezing temperatures is not covered by the warranty. Do not put anti-freeze in your unit. 2. Disconnect the power cord from its outlet/socket and leave it disconnected until the unit is returned to service. 3.
OBTAINING SERVICE If Service is Required: • If the product is within the first year warranty period please contact your dealer or call Marvel Customer Service at 616.754.5601 for directions on how to obtain warranty coverage in your area. • If the product is outside the first year warranty period, Marvel Customer Service can provide recommendations of service centers in your area. A listing of authorized service centers is also available at www.marvelrefrigeration.
TROUBLESHOOTING Before You Call for Service troubleshooting guide below. Locate the problem in the guide and refer to the cause and its remedy before calling for service. The problem may be something very simple technician. ! WARNING Electrocution Hazard • Never attempt to repair or perform maintenance on the appliance until the main electrical power has been disconnected. Turning the appliance control "OFF" does not remove electrical power from the unit's wiring.
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting the Drain Pump Ice Quality Is there mineral scale build up on the evaporator plate NOTE If the drain pump reservoir (not the ice machine bin) Is there a high mineral content in the water? The water Are food items being stored in the ice bin? Remove food from the ice bin. Unpleasant Odors on the water supply line. Clumps of ice Are there clumps of ice in the bin? If the ice isn’t used on a regular basis it will melt and form into clumps.
Product Liability Field service technicians are authorized to make an initial assessment in the event of reported damages. If there are any questions about the process involved, the technician should call Marvel for further explanation. While inspecting for defects or installation issues, photos should be taken to document any damages or issues found.
Warranty Claims Units must be registered prior to warranty submittal. The following information defines the parameters for filing a warranty claim: com. A proof of purchase is required. We also accept the following information to update warranty: • Valid serial number needed • Valid model number needed • Claims must be submitted online at www. marvelservice.
Ordering Replacement Parts Parts may be o rdered online at partsformarvel.com Or contact: www.marvelrefrigeration.com (Servicers choose "Login" for service account). Phone Numb er: (616) 754-5601 NOTICE Use only genuine Marvel replacement parts. The use of non-Marvel parts can reduce performance, damage the unit, and void the warranty. Warranty parts will be shipped at no charge after Marvel confirms warranty status. Please provide the model, serial number, part number and part description.
R-600A Specifications & Handling Gloves and Eye Protection must be used. ,., . ���· ' R-600a is considered non-toxic, but is flammable when mixed with air. Keep a dry powder type fire extinguisher in the work area. R-600a is heavier than air, do not allow any leakage/migration to low areas such as basements and stairs. RISK Of FIRE OR EXPLOSION. FLAMMABLE REFRIGERANT USED. TO BE REPAIRED ONLY BY TRAINED SERVICE PERSONNEL DO HOT PUNCTURE REFRIGERANT TUBING RISK Of FIRE OR EXPLOSION.
IA WARNING I Only skilled and well trained service technicians permitted to service R-600a equipped products. R-600A SPECIFICATIONS/LABELING R-600a equipped products are labeled (both the unit and the compressor). R-600a is colorless and odorless. All tools and equipment must be approved for use with R-600a refrigerant. R-600a is considered non-toxic, but is flammable when mixed with air. Local, state and federal laws, standards must be observed along with proper certification and licensing.
Evacuate/reclaim via the piecing pliers to ensure the When re-brazing, the system must be purged with dry system is empty of R-600a before any system work is nitrogen and at least one access point open to the performed. atmosphere. When re-brazing, proper ventilation is required along with constant monitoring for the presence of R600a refrigerant. GAS LEAi< The filter dryer must be replaced any time the sealed system is serviced.
The low side of the refrigeration system (evaporator, Proper ventilation during service is required. compressor and suction line) must be leak tested with the compressor off (equalized pressure). Never apply a torch to a charged R-600a refrigeration system. RECHARGING No air is ever to be allowed inside the refrigeration system (R-600a refrigerant or dry nitrogen only). Use OEM replacement service parts and do not alter the construction of the unit.
System Diagnosis Guide REGRIGERATION SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS GUIDE Capillary Tube Evaporator Wattage Very hot Warm Cold Normal Slightly warm to hot Hot to warm Cool Cold Higher than normal Hot Warm Warm Extremely cold near inlet - Outlet below room temperature Lower than normal Somewhat Warmlower than near room normal vacuum temperature Very hot Top passes Room temperature warm Lower (cool) or colder passes cool (near room temperature) due to liquid Extremely cold near inlet - Outlet below room
Defrost This unit defrosts every 4 hours of compressor runtime for 45 minutes. If you have verified that the unit does not have an ambient air leak, utilize the Control Operation - Service section and adjust unit to defrost every 3 hours for 60 minutes. Also, adjust the #2 thermistor to -4 instead of 0.
REPLACE ICE MAKER The new ice maker assembly you have recieved will have a Install Ice Maker plug-in connection. In some instances, you may need to cut 1. If ice maker sits on evaporator (as shown), be sure to plug from cable and hard-wire the connections. apply the included Alumilastic paste. Remove Ice Maker 1. Unplug the unit. 2. Disconnect ice maker wire harness at plug 3. Disconnect thermistor plug. 4. Remove water inlet tube. Apply here 5. Remove front cover. 6.
HOUSEHOLD PRODUCT WARRANTY Marvel Refrigeration (Marvel) Limited Warranty ONE YEAR LIMITED PARTS & LABOR WARRANTY For one year from the date of original purchase, this warranty covers all parts and labor to repair or replace any part of the product that proves to be defective in materials or workmanship. For products installed and used for normal residential use, material cosmetic defects are included in this warranty, with coverage limited to 60 days from the date of original purchase.
www.marvelrefrigeration.com Marvel Refrigeration 1260 E. Van Deinse St. Greenville MI 48838 616.754.5601 All specifications and product designs subject to change without notice. Such revisions do not entitle the buyer to corresponding changes, improvements, additions, replacements or compensation for previously purchased products.
