MONTAGUE RB36SC User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
These instructions should be read thoroughly before attempting installation.
Set up and installation should be performed by qualified installation personnel.
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
THE MONTAGUE COMPANY
1830 Stearman Avenue
P.O. BOX 4954
Hayward, CA 94540-4954
TEL: [phone] FAX: [phone]
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
MONTAGUE
REFRIGERATED / FROZEN
CHEF BASES & PREP TABLES
MODEL(S):
RB-36-SC—RB-108-SC
RB-36-R—RB-108-R
FB36-SC FREEZER—FB-108-SC FREEZER
FB-36-R FREEZER– FB-108-R FREEZER
PT-36-SC—PT-96-SC
PT-36-R—PT-96-R

INTRODUCTION ……………………………………. PAGE 1
THE SERIAL TAG …………………………………. PAGE 2
ROUNTINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ……… PAGE 3
DIGITAL CONTROLLER (MEDIUM TEMP) …... PAGE 4
A. OPERATIONAL MODE
B. TEMPERATURE SET POINT
C. SHUTTING OFF
DIGITAL CONTROLLER (MEDIUM TEMP) …… PAGE 5
A. REFRIGERATION DIFFERENTIAL
B. DEFROST INTERVAL
C. DEFROST PERIOD
D. SHUTTING OFF
DIGITAL CONTROLLER (MEDIUM TEMP) …… PAGE 6
A. TEMPERATURE PROBE ERROR
B. MANUAL DEFROST
DIGITAL CONTROLLER (LOW TEMP) ………… PAGE 7
A. OPERATIONAL MODE
B. TEMPERATURE SET POINT
C. FREEZER DIFFERENTIAL
DIGITAL CONTROLLER (LOW TEMP)………… PAGE 8
A. DEFROST INTERVAL
B. DEFROST PERIOD
C. OFF MODE
DIGITAL CONTROLLER (LOW TEMP)………… PAGE 9
A. MANUAL DEFROST
B. TEMPERATURE PROBE ERROR (E0)
C. TEMPERATURE PROBE ERROR (E1)
SERVICE ACCESS…………………..…………… PAGE 10
A. ACCESSING CONDENSING COIL FILTER
B. CLEANING CONDENSER FILTER
ACCESSING CONDENSING COIL ……………. PAGE 11
ACCESSING CONDENSING UNIT …………… PAGE 11-12
DOOR GASKET REPLACEMENT …………… PAGE 12-13
TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES………………… PAGE 14-16
A. CLEANING STORAGE CABINET
B. CLEANING EVAPORATOR COILS
C. CLEANING CONDENSING COIL
D. FULL DEFROST
E. METHODS FOR CLEANING STAINLESS STEEL
TROUBLESHOOTING …………………………….. PAGE 17
DRAWER CONFIGURATION.…………………….. PAGE 18-19
DRAWER GASKET GUIDE ..……………………… PAGE 20
REFER BASE WIRING DIAGRAM ( R & SC) … PAGE 21
FREEZER BASE WIRING DIAGRAM ( R & SC ) .. PAGE 22
COMPRESSOR COMPARTMENT EXPLODED VIEW… PAGE 23
EVAPORATOR COIL ………………………………. PAGE 24
TOP DRAWER ASSEMBLY EXPLODED VIEW … PAGE 25
BOTTOME DRAWER ASSEMBLY EXPLODED VIEW .. PAGE 26

WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service or maintenance
can cause property damage, injury
or death. Read the operating
and maintenance instructions
thoroughly before installing or
servicing this equipment.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
Do not store or use gasoline or
other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE
For your protection, please note that equipment in this shipment was carefully inspected
and packed by skilled personnel before leaving the factory. The transportation company
assumes full responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of this shipment.
If shipment arrives damaged:
1. VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE—Be certain this is noted on freight bill or express receipt,
and signed by person making delivery.
2. FILE CLAIM FOR DAMAGES IMMEDIATELY—Regardless of the extent of damage.
3. CONCEALED LOSS OR DAMAGE—If damage is unnoticed until merchandise is un-
packed, notify transportation company or carrier immediately, and file “concealed dam-
age” claim with them. This should be done within fifteen (15) days of date that delivery
was made to you. Be sure to retain container for inspection.
We cannot assume responsibility for damage incurred in transit. We will, however, be glad
to furnish you with necessary documents to support your claim.
IMPORTANT

The Refrigeration and Freezer bases are produced with the best possible material and workmanship.
PROPER INSTALLATION IS ESSENTIAL FOR SAFE AND EFFICIENT TROUBLE-FREE OPERATION.
THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED HEREIN ARE FOR THE
USE OF QUALIFIED INSTALLATION AND SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.
INSTALLATION OR SERVICE BY OTHER THAN QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT AND/OR INJURY TO THE
OPERATOR.
Qualified installation personnel are individuals, a firm, corporation or company which
either in person, or through a representative are engaged in, and are responsible for:
The installation of electrical wiring from the electric meter, main control box or
service outlet to the electric appliance. Qualified personnel must be experienced in
such work, be familiar with all precautions required and have complied with all
requirements of state and local authorities having jurisdiction. Reference: National
Electric Code, N.F.P.A. No. 70– latest addenda.
READ CAREFULY AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS UNIT WHEN INSTALLED MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED
IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES, OR IN ABSENCE OF LOCAL
CODES, WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA No.70–
LATEST ADDENDA.
PROVISIONS MUST BE MADE FOR ADEQUATE AIR SUPPLY TO THE UNIT.

NOTE: Sections of this manual are prepared for the use of Service Technicians and should not be
used by those not properly qualified. This manual is not intended to be all encompassing. You
should read, in its entirety, the repair procedure you wish to perform to determine if you have the
necessary tools, instruments, and skills required to perform the procedure.
MONTAGUE MODELS
INTRODUCTION
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Montague RB-SC and RB-R models are refrigerated Chef Base units available in different lengths
from 36 to 108 inches in width. These units are available as medium temperature refrigerated or low
temperature freezer storage compartments. Montague PT-SC and PT-R models are refrigerated
Prep Tables available in different lengths from 36 to 96 inches. These units are available with a
medium temperature refrigerated storage compartment, medium temperature pan chiller and food
prep surface. The condensing systems are designed to be installed with minimal clearance to walls
or other equipment.
These models are available as self-contained or remote. Standard features on these models include:
 Electronic temperature control
 All stainless steel construction
 6” legs for (RB-R) models
 Double or single wide drawers
 Display: 3 digit display w/ sign and decimal
point.
 Six status LED
MODELS AVAILABLE
SELF-
CONTAINED
(RB-SC)
REMOTE
(RB-R)
SELF-
CONTAINED
(FB-SC)
REMOTE
(FB-R)
SELF -
CONTAINED
(PT-SC)
REMOTE
(PT-R)
RB-36-SC RB-36-RFB-36-SC FB-36-RPT-36-SC PT-36-R
RB-48-SC RB-48-RFB-48-SC FB-48-RPT-48-SC PT-48-R
RB-60-SC RB-60-RFB-60-SC FB-60-RPT-60-SC PT-60-R
RB-72-SC RB-72-RFB-72-SC FB-72-RPT-72-SC PT-72-R
RB-84-SC RB-84-RFB-84-SC FB-84-RPT-84-SC PT-84-R
RB-96-SC RB-96-RFB-96-SC FB-96-RPT-96-SC PT-96-R
RB-108-SC RB-108-RFB-108-SC FB-108-R
* Available options include: Marine edge exterior top in all different models.

The serial tag is a label permanently affixed to
every unit on which vital electrical and
refrigeration data about your Montague product,
is recorded as well as model and serial
number. This tag is located inside the storage
cabinet on all standard Self-contained (RB-SC)
or Remote (RB-R) model refrigerated equipment
stand units. Prior to installation, test the
electrical service to assure that it agrees with
the specifications of the equipment marked on
the serial tag.
READING THE SERIAL MODEL:
 Serial = The permanent ID# of your
Montague unit
 Model = The model # of your Montague unit
 Volts = Voltage
 Hz = Cycle
 Heaters (freezers only) = Number of Heaters
 Total Amps = Maximum Amp draw
 Minimum Circuit = Minimum Circuit Ampacity
 Maximum Amps Protection = Breaker size
 Refrigerant = Refrigerant type and amount
used
 Design Pressure = Maximum operating
pressures
THE MONTAGUE CO.
HAYWARD – CALIFORNIA
MOD:
SER:
VOLTS: HZ: PH:
TOTAL AMPS:
DESIGN PRESSURE
(PSIG)
HIGH SIDE: LOW SIDE:
REFRIGERANT: LBS: OZ:
DESIGNED AS COMMERCIAL COOKING
EQUPMENT, INTENDED FOR OTHER THAN
HOUSEHOLD USE.
(DESTINE A UN USAGE AUTRE QUE
DOMESTIQUE.)
P/N:59935-2
EXAMPLE:
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Always have the serial number of your unit
available when calling Parts & Service.
The serial number is on the nameplate that also
includes the model number. A typical
identification plate is shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1.
THE SERIAL TAG
MIN CIRCUIT AMPACITY:
2

ROUTINE MAINTANEANCE SCHEDULE
NOTE: THE FOLLOWING PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SHOULD BE
APPLIED TO ENSURE EFFICIENT OPERATION AND EXTEND THE LIFE CYCLE OF YOUR
EQUIPMENT.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
DAILY WEEKLY BI-WEEKLY MONTHLY
CLEAN STORAGE CABINET X
INSPECT GASKETS X
CLEAN CONDENSING FILTER X
CLEAN CONDENSING COIL X
STRAIGHTEN CONDENSER COIL FINS X
FULL DEFROST X
CLEAN CUTTING BOARD X

SERVICE
USING THE CAREL DIGITAL CONTROLLER
1. Up arrow button / Power button
2. Set button
3. Down arrow button
“OPERATIONAL” MODE
When the digital controller is running, the
temperature of the refrigerated base will be
displayed as shown in the photo.
ATTENTION: When you are ready to verify
the temperatures set point and / or make
adjustments please use the following steps :
“TEMPERATURE SET POINT” MODE
1. Hold down the “set” button (#2) for two
seconds until a flashing temperature is
shown. This parameter should be set to
“35.0” which will reflect your temperature
set point.
2. If an adjustment needs to be made to the set
temperature, use the “up arrow” button (#1)
or the “down arrow” button (#3) to adjust the
temperature. Press the “set” button (#2) to
save your adjustment. The display will again
show the temperature of the refrigerated
base.
“OFF” MODE
If for any reason your digital controller is
displaying a flashing “Temperature / OFF” your
digital controller is in “OFF” mode. To return to
the “ON” mode, press and hold the “Up Arrow”
button (#1) for five seconds and the display will
show the current refrigerated base temperature
only.
REFRIGERATION - MEDIUM TEMP
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SERVICE
REFRIGERATION - MEDIUM TEMP
“REFRIGERATION DIFFERENTIAL” MODE
1. Hold down the “set” button (#2) for at least
five seconds until flashing “ PS” is shown.
Press the “ up arrow” button (#1) to reach the
flashing “rd” and press the “set” button (#2)
once. Make sure that this is set to “5.0”, this
your refrigeration differential.
2. If an adjustment needs to be made to the set
temperature, use the “up arrow” button (#1)
or the “down arrow” button (#3) to adjust the
temperature. Press the “set” button (#2) to
save your adjustment. Doing this will send
you back to the menu showing a flashing
“rd”.
“DEFROST INTERVAL” MODE
1. Press the “up arrow” button (#1) to display
the “dI” parameter as shown and press the
“set” button (#2) once. Make sure that
this is set to “2” , this is equivalent to how
often the unit will begin defrost mode (every
2 hours).
2. If an adjustment needs to be made use the
“up arrow” button (#1) or the “down arrow”
button (#3) to adjust the hour. Press the “set”
button (#2) to save your adjustment. Doing this
will send you back to the hidden menu showing
a flashing “dI”.
“DEFROST PERIOD” MODE
1. Press the “up arrow” button (#1) to display
the “dp” parameter as shown and press the
“set” button (#2) once. Make sure that
this is set to “10”, this is equivalent to how
long the unit will be in defrost mode (10
minutes).
2. If an adjustment needs to be made use the
“up arrow” button (#1) or the “down
arrow” button (#3) to adjust the hour.
Press and hold the “set” button (#2) to save
your adjustment. Doing this will send you
back to operational mode.
“OFF” MODE
1. If for any reason your digital thermostat is
displaying a flashing “Temperature/Off” your
digital thermostat is in “Off” mode. To return
to the “On” mode, press and hold the
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