SECTION 2

INSTALLATION

2.1 SHIPMENT AND TRANSIT

The freezer has been assembled, operated, and inspected at the factory. For shipment, the freezer is placed on skids, with small parts placed separately in boxes. Upon arrival at the final destination, the freezer must be checked for any damage which may have occurred during final transit.

With the sturdy packaging used, the equipment should arrive in satisfactory condition. THE CARRIER IS RESPONISIBLE FOR ALL DAMAGE IN TRANSIT, WHETHER VISIBLE OR CONCELAED. Do not pay the freight bill until you have checked the equipment. Have the carrier note any visible damage on the freight bill. If concealed damage and or shortage is found later advise the carrier within ten days and request inspection. The customer must place claim for damage and/or shortages in shipment with the carrier. Stoelting, Inc. cannot make any claims against the carrier.

2.2 INSTALLATION

Installation of the freezer involves moving the freezer close to its permanent location, removing all protective packag- ing, setting in place and cleaning.

A.Remove all protective packaging. Remove the hold down bolts from the wooden pallet, and walk freezer off the pallet.

B.The freezer is shipped without legs. To install legs, lift freezer and screw caster, extension, or leg into the bottom of frame at each corner. Refer to caster and leg options in Figure 1.

WARNING

FREEZER MUST NOT BE ALLOWED TO TIP MORE THAN 10°. FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN THE FREEZER FALLING ON IT’S SIDE CAUSING SERIOUS DAMAGE OR INJURY.

C.To level turn the top part of the caster or the bottom part of the leg in or out. Then level by placing a level on top of the freezer at each corner.

NOTE

Leveling is necessary for correct freezer drainage.

D.For all freezers allow a minimum of 6 inches of space at the front and rear for air circulation. For efficient operation, the room temperature should not be be low 60° F (16° C) or above 90° F (32° C).

E.For water cooled freezers, install a minimum of 1/2 inch pipe or 5/8 inch inside diameter copper water line to the freezer. The water line must be connected in a manner that will comply with local codes and allow adequate room for servicing.

NOTE

All external plumbing is to be supplied by the customer. Water lines connect to fittings at the rear of the freezer. (See Fig.2) Connect the clean, potable, water inlet to water source using flexible high water pressure line. Ordinary garden hose is not recommended. Connect the water outlet to flexible plastic tubing. The outlet can be secured to floor drain, as the outlet is clean, warm water.

Option A - Casters

Option B - Casters & Extensions

Figure 1. Caster Options

For Models DQ217, 217R, 225R, 237R

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