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REF1/REF2 High-Performance Compact Refrigerators Installation, Operation and Service Manual REF1 REF2 Following installation, please forward this manual to the appropriate operations person. 801 Church Lane • Easton, PA 18040, USA Order parts online: Toll free (877) 612-5086 • +1 (610) 252-7301 www.follettice.com www.follettice.com...
Changing Temperature Display from C to F ......................14 Changing Temperature Display from Decimal to Integer ..................14 Sleep Function ..............................14 Minimum and Maximum Temperature Function ....................14 Alarming Functions ..............................14 Follett Keypad Lock .............................17 Service ..................................18 Door Gasket Replacement ..........................18 Access Compressor Compartment ........................18 Changing the Back-up Batteries ..........................18 Controller Replacement ............................19...
Before you Begin After uncrating and removing all packing material, inspect the equipment for concealed shipping damage. If damage is found, notify the shipper immediately and contact Follett Corporation so that we can help in the filing of a claim, if necessary.
Installation Locating the Refrigerator Performance of REF1 and REF2 is affected by ambient temperature and location. To ensure proper performance, please refer to the following drawings and confirm that the clearance requirements are met. There is no clearance requirement for the back of the refrigerator so it can be placed against the wall.
4. Reinsert bottle into the bracket. Note: If you are using this in a food service application, and installing in accordance with NSF, you must remove the probe from the bottle. NSF requires that air temperature be displayed. REF1/REF2 Compact Refrigerators...
OFF to confirm back-up battery connection. 13. Turn the power switch ON or plug the unit back into the power supply. Reversing the Door Swing – Optional Fig. 6 1. Use flat screwdriver to carefully remove hinge covers (Fig. 6). REF1/REF2 Compact Refrigerators...
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(Fig. 8). 5. Support door and remove screws attaching hinge to refrigerator Fig. 9 cabinet and remove the door (Fig. 9). 6. Cover hinge screw holes with screws removed from opposite side of door and door frame. REF1/REF2 Compact Refrigerators...
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11. Reinstall the door on the opposite side of the doorframe. Adjust Fig. 11 if needed. 12. Reinstall screws (torqued to 25 in-lbs) (Fig. 11). 13. Insert bottom of spring kit onto bottom hinge pin (Fig. 12). Fig. 12 REF1/REF2 Compact Refrigerators...
Adjusting Hinge Closure Force Fig. 14 1. Remove the tool and insert it (Phillips screwdriver, Allen key, drift pin) into hole nearest the hinge bracket (Fig. 14). 2. Rotate top of spring counter-clockwise to increase the spring Fig. 15 torque (Fig. 15). REF1/REF2 Compact Refrigerators...
Installing Third-party Temperature Probe Fig. 18 Facilities using a third-party alarming and/or temperature monitoring system need to install the third-party probe in the refrigerator. Follett recommends removing any stored product before performing this procedure. 1. Move the power switch on lower rear panel to OFF and unplug the refrigerator.
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12. Reinstall the rear panel. Fig. 20 13. Connect non-probe end of wiring to monitoring device. 14. Plug in the refrigerator and return the power switch to ON. * Permagum is a registered trademark of the Presstite Engineering Company. REF1/REF2 Compact Refrigerators...
Any accumulated frost on the evaporator coils melts during the off cycle. The condensate drains out of the unit to the condensate tray to the left of the condensing unit. The heat from the condensing unit evaporates any condensate in the drain pan. REF1/REF2 Compact Refrigerators...
If this set point does not meet your specific application needs, instructions for changing the set point are found below. Note: Follett presets its refrigeration system to hold product temperature at approximately 4.4 C (40 F). If you are using this in a food service application, and installing in accordance with NSF, you must set the control set-point to 3.3 C (38 F).
3. The high temperature alarm parameter is AlH. Once the parameter is displayed, press SET to display the high alarm temperature. The alarm temperature will flash on the display. Use the UP and DOWN arrows to set the alarm temperature. Press SET to accept. REF1/REF2 Compact Refrigerators...
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Common, a Normally Open and a Normally Closed connection point. By default, Alarm Relay 1 is set to activate with any of the following 1A/30VDC alarms: Alarm 1 High temp, Alarm 1 Low temp, Door Open Alarm, and Power Loss Alarm. REF1/REF2 Compact Refrigerators...
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Yes, No. Probe 1 Calibration Offset value for probe 1 calibration. -9.9 to 9.9. Offset value for probe 3 calibration. -9.9 to 9.9. Probe 3 Calibration Controller Parameter Reset to restore factory parameters. Reset REF1/REF2 Compact Refrigerators...
4. Open and close door, checking for proper gasket seal without pinching against refrigerator. Access Compressor Compartment Fig. 24 Follett’s compressor compartment allows technicians to gain full access to the condensing unit from the refrigerator back without cutting refrigerant lines. 1. Remove rear panel (Fig. 24).
Note: Take care when removing, some wires may be connected to the front panel. 4. Find the control module and remove the screw at the front of Fig. 27 the module (Fig. 27). 5. Lift the module and pull forward. REF1/REF2 Compact Refrigerators...
Checking Refrigeration System Pressures CAUTION! Please contact Follett Technical Service at (877) 612-5086 or (610) 252-7301 in the event of a refrigeration problem that requires evacuation and recharging. REF1, REF2 REF1 REF2 Condenser inlet air temperature 70 F (21.1 C) 80 F (26.6 C)
Recover, evaluate and weigh in correct charge. Plugged capillary tube. Replace capillary tube and filter drier. Inefficient compressor. Consult technical services. If problems persist after following this basic troubleshooting guide, call Follett technical service group at (877) 612-5086 or +1 (610) 252-7301. REF1/REF2 Compact Refrigerators...
Accessories The following accessories are available for Performance Plus undercounter refrigerators. Instruction sheets are available in the download section of the Follett website (www.follettice.com). Temperature Surveillance Module Accessory (P/N 00168674) § Reference instruction 00168609 (packed with module) Temperature Alarm Accessory (P/N 00112185) §...
Hardware Reference # Description Part # Door with gasket and lock strike bracket, REF1 00953182 Door with gasket and lock strike bracket, REF2 00953174 Gasket, door, REF1 00960823 Gasket, door, REF2 00960831 Hinge, top with spring and hardware 01053677 Hinge, bottom...
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