6 • Installation & Operation
INSTALLATION & OpERATION
Spacer blocks are factory-installed in the end bases of 4 or 5-door cases that use bases taller than 3 1/2". These blocks limit the case's forward
tilt while it is being lifted by a forklift (
Leveling
Cases should be set level from right to left to allow complete drainage of defrost and condensate water. Since a level floor area is seldom
available, the following steps will ensure a level installation. If your case uses seismic restraints, specific instructions for attaching seismic
restraints are included in your document package.
Read and understand these instructions before assembling the lineup.
1.
Measure off and mark on the floor the exact dimensions of the case lineup (
). Refer to the fixture plan or floor plan.
2. Snap a chalk line at the locations for the front and back positions of the bases.
3. Mark locations of all joints, both front and back.
4.
Using a laser level or transit, find the highest point along both base position lines. Using the high point as a reference, mark the difference
directly on the floor to each base, both front and back (
).
5. If your case uses optional hat channel rails to raise the case height, place shims
under
).
On 3 and 4-door cases, the center bases are not aligned, so the hat channel rails must be angled slightly to support the bases (
10 through Figure 11 starting on Page 8
6. Place enough shims under each base or optional hat channel rail to equal the highest point. Shims should not extend beyond the front
case bases or they will interfere with installing trim. The shims should be oriented to sit under the front and rear bends of each base. Tape
all shims in place (
See Figure 8 and Figure 9 on page 7
).
FIGURE 4: Spacer Block
Spacer Block(s)
4 3/8" max. opening for
2 and 3-door cases.
3 3/8" max. opening for
4 and 5-door cases.
FIGURE 5: Measure and Mark Exact Case Outline
FIGURE 6: Mark Floor Level Difference
