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FZR PL Series 00939132R00 

Service 

13

Freezer troubleshooting guide

 

Before Calling For Service

Check to be sure unit is plugged in.  Test outlet with another appliance to verify power

Symptom

Possible Cause

Solution

Freezer does 

not operate (no 

components run)

1.  Power switch faulty or in OFF position; 

loose connection.

1.  Tun power switch to ON position; check 

switch connections.

2.  Freezer not plugged in.

2.  Connect plug.

3.  No power to cord.

3.  Restore power.

4.  Temp controller not energizing 

components.

4.  Check controller contact terminals for 

power. Replace controller if needed.

5.  Probe not sensing cut in temperature.

5.  Replace controller and/or probe.

Compressor does not 

run

1.  Thermal overload open or defective.

1.  Allow to cool or replace.

2.  Capacitor and/or relay defective.

2.  Replace as required.

3.  Compressor defective.

3.  Replace compressor.

Compressor and 

condenser fan do not 

run.

1.  No power on terminal 5 of

controller (during cooling).

1.  Replace controller.

Evaporator fan motor 
does not run.

1.  No power on terminal 4 of controller 

(during cooling).

1.  Replace controller.

Freezer does not shut 

off.

1.  Controller not sensing cut off 

temperature.

1.  Replace controller and/or probe.

2.  Controller keeping refrigeration system 

energized.

2.  Replace controller.

Freezer does not 

maintain temperature 

(all components run).

1.  Fan upgrade needed

1.  If fan is not black in color contact Follett 

for a retrofit kit.

2.  Condenser or evaporator coil needs 

cleaning.

2.  Clean coils as needed.

3.  Faulty door gasket.

3.  Replace door gasket.

4.  Excessively high ambient/humidity.

4.  Maximum recommended ambient is 

86 F (30 C).

5.  Refrigerant leak.

5.  Locate and repair leak.

6.  Incorrect refrigerant charge.

6.  Recover, evacuate and weigh in correct 

charge.

7.  Plugged expansion valve.

7.  Replace expansion valve.

8.  Inefficient compressor.

8.  Consult technical service.

9.  Evaporator coil blocked with ice.

9.  Depress defrost button on controller to 

defrost coil.

Evaporator does not 
defrost.

1.  Defective defrost heater.

1.  Replace defrost heater.

2.  Faulty heater safety switch.

2.  Replace switch.

3.  No power on terminal 2 of controller 

(during defrost).

3.  Replace controller.

4.  Defrost settings may require change for 

specific applications.

4.  Call Follett’s technical service 

department.

If problems persist after following this basic troubleshooting guide, call  

Follett’s technical service group at (800) 523-9361 or (610) 252-7301

Содержание FZR5-PL Series

Страница 1: ...ator defrost heater retrofit kit Following installation please forward this manual to the appropriate operations person FZR Series 30 C Undercounter Plasma Freezer Order parts online www follettice co...

Страница 2: ...es specifications 3 Electrical specifications 3 Refrigeration specifications 3 Installation specifications 3 Installation 4 Installing legs required 4 Temperature surveillance module 4 Automated medic...

Страница 3: ...e type of freezer you are receiving Following is an explanation of the different item numbers Model Number Item Number Stackable Use with Pedestal Temperature Surviellance Module FZR5PL FZR5PL 00STCR...

Страница 4: ...as already been installed in the Follett FZR5 PL Simply plug the loose end of the probe wire into the back of the freezer surveillance module to complete the install A box of sixty 6 50 to 50 7 day ch...

Страница 5: ...3 1 3 Support door and remove screws attaching hinge to refrigerator cabinet Fig 3 2 4 Cover hinge screw holes with screw hole plugs removed from opposite side 5 Reverse door Apply 242 blue Loctite t...

Страница 6: ...e of the blood products will be reflected on the recorder chart and the recorder s digital temperature display At times there may be a difference between the two displayed temperatures Adjust the cont...

Страница 7: ...asy reprogramming of factory settings Program Serial Range Frequency of Defrost Maximum Duration of Defrost Temp Display FZR5 PL Item Below C45184 4 hrs 25 min C 00923995 Below C83253 4 hrs 25 min C 0...

Страница 8: ...tions on page 6 for changing the temperature set point The 2 C cut out differential will be maintained regardless of the controller set point Defrosting The FZR5 PL undercounter freezer controls frost...

Страница 9: ...from the freezer 3 Remove drain pan Fig 5 2 4 Clean drain pan with a non abrasive non chlorinated all purpose detergent 5 Reinstall drain pan 6 Use a vacuum cleaner with brush attachment to clean cond...

Страница 10: ...eal without pinching against freezer 5 Adjust latch and or striker as necessary for proper door closure Slide out compressor tray Fig 7 Follett s slide out compressor tray allows technicians to partia...

Страница 11: ...sting controller and connect to corresponding terminals on replacement controller 7 Insert replacement controller back through front of panel 8 Slide brackets onto sides of controller and push against...

Страница 12: ...t to the original factory cut in setting of 35 C 31 F 4 Allow the freezer to operate and stabilize at least 60 minutes verifying the cut out temperature is being reached 5 Connect refrigerant gauges t...

Страница 13: ...ot shut off 1 Controller not sensing cut off temperature 1 Replace controller and or probe 2 Controller keeping refrigeration system energized 2 Replace controller Freezer does not maintain temperatur...

Страница 14: ...68609 packed with module Temperature alarm accessory Reference instruction 00112052 packed with alarm Pedestal base Reference instruction 00192534 packed with base Stacking kit Reference instruction 0...

Страница 15: ...tor 00152983 5 Fan motor evaporator 00104919 6 Evaporator defrost heater above Serial xxxx 00923631 6 Evaporator defrost heater below Serial xxxx equipped with retrofit kit 00923623 7 Drain pan defros...

Страница 16: ...157339 2 Shroud condenser 00157347 3 Condenser fan blade 00105007 4 Condenser fan motor 00104992 5 Fan motor bracket 00157412 6 Compressor 00157313 7 Starting capacitor 00104968 8 Filter drier 502724...

Страница 17: ...red includes screws 00105031 5 Hinge screws each 6 per hinge 00105080 6 Gasket FZR5 00125732 6 Gasket FZR4 ADA 00127738 7 Strip sealer set of 4 FZR5 00130138 7 Strip sealer set of 4 FZR4 ADA 00130146...

Страница 18: ...nsate pan 00155622 6 Evaporator drain line sold by the foot 203627 Not shown Freezer programming key degrees C 6 25 00923706 Not shown Power cord 00103903 Temperature alarm accessory Reference Descrip...

Страница 19: ...FZR PL Series 00939132R00 Specifications 19...

Страница 20: ...e Easton PA 18040 USA Toll free 800 523 9361 610 252 7301 Fax 610 250 0696 www follettice com Follett reserves the right to change specifications at any time without obligation Certifications may vary...

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