General Maintenance WARRANTY Warranty GDM-69-HC-LD INSTALLATION MANUAL gdm freezer/refrigerator TRUE MANUFACTURING CO., INC. 2001 East Terra Lane • O’Fallon, Missouri 63366-4434 (636)-240-2400 • FAX (636)-272-2408 • INT'L FAX (636)272-7546 • (800)-325-6152 Parts Department (800)-424-TRUE • Parts Department FAX# (636)-272-9471 Web: www.truemfg.com...
You have selected one of the finest commercial refrigeration units made. It is manufactured under strict quality controls with only the best quality materials available. Your TRUE cooler when properly maintained will give you many years of trouble-free service. WARNING: Use this appliance for its intended purpose as described in this Owner Manual.
NEMA plugs TRUE uses these types of plugs. If you do not have the right outlet have a certified electrician install the correct power source. NOTE: International plug configurations vary by voltage and country.
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.
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The current design for the same model may now include a 3 prong NEMA 5-20R. This configuration requires a 3-wire circuit. (see image If your new TRUE model is replacing the same existing TRUE model and the main power cord has changed from previous 4 prong to the current 3 prong configuration, please follow the below instructions.
D. Cut straps if applicable. (See photo C). Carefully lift cabinet off of skid. Proper leveling of your TRUE cooler is critical to operating success (for non-mobile models). Effective condensate removal Appliance tested according to the climate classes 5 and 7 for and door operation will be effected by leveling.
TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg INSTALLATION OF CASTORS OR OPTIONAL LEGS Important Safeguard for installation of leg/castor. Images 1-5 demon- strate procedure. SECURING CASTORS AND LEGS To obtain maximum strength and stability of the unit, it is important that you make sure each castor is secure. Optional legs are hand- tightened securely against the lower rail assembly see image 4-5.
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ORIENT THE CASTOR IN WARNING: Cabinet warranties are void if OEM power cord is THE FORWARD POSITION tampered with. TRUE will not warranty any units that are connected AS SHOWN. to an extension cord. K. Proper leveling of your TRUE cooler is critical to operating success.
TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg SEALING CABINET TO FLOOR STEP 6 - Raise and block the rear of the cabinet STEP 1 - Position Cabinet - Allow one inch between the wall and STEP 7 - Apply sealant on floor as outlined in Step 5 on other rear of the GDM refrigerator to assure proper ventilation.
TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg SETUP STANDARD ACCESSORIES SHELVING INSTALLATION / OPERATION SHELF INSTALLATION: TRUETRAC ORGANIZERS: TrueTrac organizers for Glass A. Hook shelf clips onto shelf standards. Door Merchandisers come with a package of shelf retainer clips. Position all four shelf clips equal in distance from the floor for Install clip on the side to the rear of organizer (see illustration) to end flat shelves.
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TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg 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.
(TWO DOOR UNITS SKIP TO STEP 6) STEP 4 - Slide right door to the left so left edge lines up with the left edge of TRUE Logo located above the door. See image 5. Then lift door out of track same way as image 4.
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STEP 5 - Slide left door to the right so right edge lines up with the TO ADJUST SLIDE DOOR end of the TRUE Logo located at the top of the door frame. See STEP 1 - After cabinet is installed in a final location and correctly lev- image 6.
RECOMMENDATION - Before loading product we recommend • Temperature control type will vary upon model and age of you run your TRUE unit empty for two to three days. This allows you cabinet. to be sure electrical wiring and installation are correct and no ship- ping damage has occurred.
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TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg 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”...
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TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg 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. HOW TO ADJUST A MECHANICAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS: Scale Guide for Measuring...
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TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg 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.
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RECOMMENDED DEFROST SETTINGS: The following procedure may be followed to customize your needs. TRUE Manufacturing has factory set your defrost time clock to a High usage, high temperature, and high humidity may require 4 recommended time and duration defrost scenario. All refrigeration defrost settings per day.
TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg ELECTRONIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS LAE ELECTRONIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL GENERAL SEQUENCE OF OPERATION t1 = Thermostat t2 = Defrost t3 = Display t3 probe is not installed and / or activated in all applications when t3 is not installed and / or activated, the display probe is t1.
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TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg HOW TO DIAGNOSE AN LAE ELECTRONIC CONTROL Indicator lights for Refrigeration/Heating Mode, Fan Operation, Defrost Mode. LAE Control LAE Control Icons Compressor Running Evaporator Fan Running Cabinet in Defrost Activation of 2nd Parameter Set Alarm...
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TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg LAE Control Info / Set Point Manual Defrost / Button Down Button Manual Activation Stand-By Up Button Button HOW TO TURN OFF THE LAE ELECTRONIC CONTROL: May need to unlock control. WHY: Turning off the control will deactivate all electrical components.
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TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg LAE Control Info / Set Point Manual Defrost / Button Down Button Manual Activation Stand-By Up Button Button CHANGING THE "SET POINT": May need to unlock control. WHY: The set point is the temperature at which the compressor will shut off.
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TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg LAE Control Info / Set Point Manual Defrost / Button Down Button Manual Activation Stand-By Up Button 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.
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TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg LAE Control Info / Set Point Manual Defrost / Button Down Button Manual Activation Stand-By Up Button Button CHANGING “DEFROST INTERVALS”: May need to unlock control. This can only be changed if defrost mode parameter “DFM” is set for “TIM”.
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TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg LAE Control Info / Set Point Manual Defrost / Button Down Button Manual Activation Stand-By Up Button Button HOW TO CHANGE DISPLAY READOUT FROM FAHRENHEIT TO CELSIUS: May need to unlock control. This can NOT be changed with the LAE model AR2-28 version of the control. See page 32 for more information.
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TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg LAE Control Info / Set Point Manual Defrost / Button Down Button Manual Activation Stand-By Up Button Button DISPLAYING TEMPERATURE PROBES, T1, T2, T3: WHY: To display temperature probe readings in different locations of the cabinet.
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TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg LAE CONTROLLER PARAMETER SETTINGS FOR CELSIUS AR2-28 For LAE control model AR2-28 ONLY, ALL parameters with a formula (X-32) / 1.8 shown need to be converted for Celsius applications. (X-32) / 1.8 (X-32) / 1.8 (X-32) / 1.8...
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TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg SOLLATEK ELECTRONIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL GENERAL SEQUENCE OF OPERATION control probe = return air defrost probe = coil SOLLATEK ELECTRONIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL GENERAL SEQUENCE OF OPERATION 1. Cabinet is plugged in. a. Interior lights will illuminate on glass door models only. If the lights do not come on verify the light switch is in the “ON”...
TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg MAINTENANCE, CARE, CLEANING CLEANING THE CONDENSER COIL STEP 3 - Remove bolts anchoring compressor assembly to frame rails and carefully slide out. (tube connections are flexible) When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be...
Reconnect the electrical power to the unit. rear of the unit. You must remove the cabinet grill to expose the If you have any questions, please call TRUE Manufacturing at 636- Condenser. 240-2400 or 800-325-6152 and ask for the Service Department.
TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg STAINLESS STEEL EQUIPMENT CARE 8 STEPS THAT CAN HELP PREVENT RUST ON AND CLEANING STAINLESS STEEL: CAUTION: Do not use any steel wool, abrasive or chlorine based USING THE CORRECT CLEANING TOOLS products to clean stainless steel surfaces.
TRUE glass door merchandisers truemfg GENERAL MAINTENANCE LIGHT COVER INSTALLATION FOR GDM-10F & GDM-12F LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT (IDL) IMPORTANT INTEGRATED DOOR LIGHTING Before installing lamp cover turn cabinet on and allow it to reach WARNING: When replacing a light bulb make sure power to the temperature.
TRUE and upon proper installation and start-up in accordance with the instruction packet supplied with each TRUE unit. TRUE’s obligation under this warranty is limited to a period of three (3) years from the date of original installation or 39 months after shipment date from TRUE, whichever occurs first.
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