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VWR General Purpose Refrigerators and Freezers

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Models

The table below shows the units covered in this operation and installation manual by model number.

Table 1. 

Applicable Models and Specifications

17LREEVWA

18LCEEVWA

25LCEEVWA

Size (Cu. Ft.)

17

18

25

Exterior Dimension 

(H x W x D)

67.7 x 34 x 28.5 in

(171.9 x 86.4 x 72.4 cm)

66.63 x 30 x 30.13 in

(169.24 x 76.2 x 76.5 cm)

69.75 x 32.75 x 32.38 in

(177.17 x 83.19 x 82.25 cm)

Shipping Weight

190 lbs (86.2 kg)

205 lbs (93 kg)

315 lb (142.8 kg)

Plug Type

NEMA 5-15P

NEMA 5-15P

NEMA 5-15P

Electr

i

c Power

115 V/60 Hz

115 V/60 Hz

115 V/60 Hz

Rated Current (Amps)

5.0

6.0

11.6

Defrost

Manual

Automatic

Automatic

Содержание 17LREEVWA

Страница 1: ...VWR General Purpose Refrigerators and Freezer Installation and Operation 329688H01 Rev B February 2019 ...

Страница 2: ...otice VWR makes no representations or warranties with respect to this manual In no event shall VWR be held liable for any damages direct or incidental arising from or related to the use of this manual 2019 VWR Inc All rights reserved For your future reference and when contacting the factory have the following information readily available It will be found on the dataplate attached to your unit Mod...

Страница 3: ... 5 Location 5 Leveling the Unit 5 Clearance 5 Be Advised 5 Installation Instruction for 17LREEVWA 5 Installation Instruction for 18LCEEVWA 6 Installation Instruction for 25LCEEVWA 9 Electrical Connection 11 Operation 12 Environmental Operating Conditions 12 Start Up Procedure 12 How to Save Energy 12 Safety Tips 12 Replacing the Light Bulb 12 Operation Instruction for 25LCEEVWA 13 ...

Страница 4: ...aintenance 16 Cleaning of Units 16 Interior Exterior and Door Gaskets 16 Condenser Cleaning 17LREEVWA 17 Cleaning Toe Grille 18LCEEVWA 17 Ordering Procedures 18 Replacement Parts 18 Wiring Diagram 25LCEEVWA 19 Warranty 20 ...

Страница 5: ...WA 25LCEEVWA Size Cu Ft 17 18 25 Exterior Dimension H x W x D 67 7 x 34 x 28 5 in 171 9 x 86 4 x 72 4 cm 66 63 x 30 x 30 13 in 169 24 x 76 2 x 76 5 cm 69 75 x 32 75 x 32 38 in 177 17 x 83 19 x 82 25 cm Shipping Weight 190 lbs 86 2 kg 205 lbs 93 kg 315 lb 142 8 kg Plug Type NEMA 5 15P NEMA 5 15P NEMA 5 15P Electric Power 115 V 60 Hz 115 V 60 Hz 115 V 60 Hz Rated Current Amps 5 0 6 0 11 6 Defrost Ma...

Страница 6: ... power Do not modify or use power supplies other than OEM equipment Connection of the power supply may require a properly grounded receptacle Potential for electrical shock or equipment damage exists if precautions are not followed Frost bite Low Temperature Avoid contact with cold freezer surfaces potential for cold burns or skin sticking to cold surfaces DANGER RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT Before yo...

Страница 7: ...up and temperature performance features The need to add these features should be determined by your industrial hygienist or safety officer These units are not suitable for corrosive flammable and explosive environments WARNING DO NOT store flammable materials in General Purpose Laboratory Refrigerator Freezers Risk of explosion fire and injury may occur For flammable materials use either a Flammab...

Страница 8: ...iscarded After unpacking if damage is found promptly report it to the carrier and request a damage inspection promptly IMPORTANT Failure to request an inspection of damage within a few days after receipt of shipment absolves the carrier from any liability for damage You must call for a damage inspection promptly DO NOT FOR ANY REASON RETURN THIS UNIT WITHOUT FIRST OBTAINING AUTHORIZATION Unpacking...

Страница 9: ... for combustible or flammable atmospheres DO NOT use in the presence of flammable or combustible materials or explosive gases DO NOT use in the presence of pressurized or sealed containers fire or explosion may result in death CAUTION Before connecting the final power supply check the electrical characteristics of the unit dataplate to see that it is in agreement with the power supplied In additio...

Страница 10: ...urface 2 With the narrow side of the handle clip on the inside of the basket snap the handle clip to the recessed area in the basket 3 Once the inside surface snaps in place continue the process by rolling the handle clip slightly outward and pressing down firmly to snap onto the outside surface If installed incorrectly the handle clip will not lay flat Installation Instruction for 18LCEEVWA To in...

Страница 11: ...stallation easier Remove top hinge and lift door off center hinge pin Set door aside 3 Unscrew center hinge pin using adjustable wrench and save for reassembly Ensure plastic washer stays on hinge pin 4 Lift refrigerator door off of bottom hinge and set aside 5 Remove center hinge and shim by removing inside screw and loosening two outside screws enough to allow hinge and shim to slide out Tighten...

Страница 12: ...ten center hinge pin with adjustable wrench 14 Remove cabinet and hinge hole plugs and move to opposite side 15 Lower freezer door on to center hinge pin 16 Close freezer door Have an assistant lift up on opposite side of door while tightening screws to install top hinge 17 There are two toe grille covers provided in your literature packet one for the right side and one for the left side Install t...

Страница 13: ...place the gasket 5 Check the freezer door seal repeating steps 1 to 4 Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable To remove 1 Remove all items from the shelf 2 Tilt the shelf up at the front 3 Lift the shelf up at the back and bring the shelf out Refrigerator Compartment To replace 1 While tilting the shelf up insert the top hook at the back of the shelf in a slo...

Страница 14: ...lose this basket Bottom Basket Removal To remove the bottom full width basket on freezer drawer models 1 Open the bottom freezer drawer until it stops 2 Remove the top freezer basket 3 The bottom freezer basket rests on the inside tabs on the drawer slides 4 Lift the front of the basket and pull forward 5 Release the pin from the slot to remove the basket When replacing the bottom full width baske...

Страница 15: ...he National Electrical Code and local codes Do not connect unit to already overloaded power lines Note The unit should always be connected to a dedicated power source The frequency and nominal voltage requirements these unit are specified on the data plate which is located on the upper left side of the interior Only plug the unit into a power source that meets these requirements Low line voltage i...

Страница 16: ...on Wipe moisture from glassware or other materials before placing them in a unit Don t overcrowd the unit Too many items can increase electrical energy demand in order to keep everything cool Close the door as soon as possible in hot humid weather Make certain that the door is closed tightly Set operating temperature no colder than necessary for the items being refrigerated Safety Tips After a uni...

Страница 17: ... Operation Instruction for 25LCEEVWA The temperature controls are located at the top front of the compartments for both refrigerator and freezer For optimum performance follow the recommended settings shown in the following figure Note Adjusting the refrigerator and freezer temperature controls to a colder than recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster Freezer and Temperature C...

Страница 18: ...cient cooling Thermostat set too high Unit frosted Samples placed against air vents obstructing airflow Reduce thermostat setting Wait for 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end Relocate the sample Unit warms up Door is Open Door is Seal Warm product recently loaded in unit Compressor Make sure the door is completely closed Check the door seal Allow ample time to recover from loading warm product If ...

Страница 19: ...ecover from loading warm product If the compressor is not running have an electrician check for proper voltage to the unit If the compressor is running contact an authorized service provider or call the technical support hot line for assistance Moisture forms on outside of refrigerator Not unusual during periods of high humidity Wipe surface dry and reset the refrigerator control to one setting co...

Страница 20: ...on the door handles and trim The stainless steel panels door handles and trim Do not use appliance wax polish bleach or other products containing chlorine on stainless steel Stainless steel can be cleaned with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner A spray on stainless steel cleaner works best Silver accented plastic parts Wash parts with soap or other mild detergents Wipe clean with a s...

Страница 21: ... often as every other month to help in saving energy Open the refrigerator door and remove base grille by removing 2 phillips head screws and pulling the grille away from the door Use a vacuum with extended attachment to clean the condenser coil when they are dusty or dirty Replace base grille by aligning end of grille with leveling assemblies on each side and snapping grille into place and reinst...

Страница 22: ...rvice or replacement parts are needed we ask that you check first with your dealer If the dealer cannot handle your request then contact our Customer Service Department at 1 866 984 3766 Prior to returning any materials please contact our Customer Service Department for a Return Materials Authorization number RMA Material returned without an RMA number will be refused Replacement Parts To obtain r...

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Страница 24: ...ctrical power surges iv improper storage and handling of the products v use of the products in combination with equipment or software not supplied by VWR or vi installation maintenance repair service relocation or alteration of the products by any person other than VWR or its authorized representative To obtain proper warranty service you must contact the nearest authorized service center or Deale...

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