Seaga SM20 User manual

Operator’s Manual
Seaga Manufacturing, Inc.
700 Seaga Drive
Freeport, IL USA 61032
www.seagamfg.com
SM20 SM26
Cold Beverage Merchandisers

INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Cold Beverage Merchandiser. The SM20 and SM26 have been designed to
give you many years of dependable service. Your unit requires little maintenance and is easy to set up and operate.
READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY
Your SM20 or SM26 is designed to operate simply and reliably, but to take full advantage of your vendor, please read this
owner's manual thoroughly. It contains important information regarding installation and operations, as well as a brief trou-
bleshooting guide.
EQUIPMENT INSPECTION
After you have received your SM20 or SM26 and have it out of the box, place it on a secure surface for further inspection.
Note: Any damages that may have occurred during shipping must be reported to the delivery carrier immediately.
Reporting damages and the seeking of restitution is the responsibility of the equipment owner. The factory is willing to
assist you in this process in any way possible. Feel free to contact our Customer Care Department with any questions you
may have on this process.
Once you have your unit located, we suggest that you keep this manual for future reference, or you can view this manual
online at www.seagamfg.com. Should any problems occur, refer to the section entitled “COMMON QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS”. It is designed to help you quickly identify a problem and correct it.
MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY
WHAT IS COVERED: Manufacturer warrants TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER ONLY that each item of equipment
manufactured is free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. Manufacturer's obligation
under this warranty shall be limited to repair or replacement, at our plant, of any parts of the equipment which shall, with-
in one year of the date of shipment to the original purchaser, be demonstrated to be defective. The original purchaser
may obtain repair or replacement of the equipment under this warranty by returning the defective item or entire vendor to
the Manufacturer, freight prepaid.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED: Manufacturer's warranty obligations DO NOT EXTEND TO OR INCLUDE installation expens-
es, vandalism, or difficulties resulting from failure to operate equipment in accordance with Manufacturer's instructions
under competent supervision and difficulties due to changes in vended products which are beyond the control of
Manufacturer.
SPECIAL NOTE: Manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of income due to a vending machine being out of service
due to a warrantable item.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including the warranty of merchantability and fitness
or use, and of all other obligations or liabilities on Manufacturer's part. Manufacturer neither assumes, nor authorizes any
other person to assume for it, any other liability in connection with the sale of equipment manufactured by itself. This war-
ranty shall not apply to equipment manufactured or any part thereof which is subject to accident, negligence, alteration,
abuse, misuse or damage in shipment. The term "original purchaser," as used in this warranty, shall be deemed to mean
that person for whom the equipment is originally installed.
Manufacturer is not liable for any incidental, consequential or other damages of any kind whatsoever, directly or indirectly,
arising from the use of the equipment whether based upon theories of contract negligence or tort.
Effective 9/01
Seaga Manufacturing, Inc.
700 Seaga Drive
Freeport, IL 61032 U.S.A.
Online: www.seagamfg.com
For Technical Support & Service
Contact our Customer Care Dept.
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CST. Mon thru Fri
815.297.9500 ext 160
815.297.1758 Fax
email: [email protected]
For Parts
Contact our Parts Dept.
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CST. Mon thru Fri
815.297.9500 ext 160
815.297.1758 Fax
email: part[email protected]

SM20 SM26
Cold Beverage Merchandiser
Display
Window
Florescent
Light
Shelves (5)
Heavy Duty
Castors (4)
Interior
Vent Grill/Access Panel
Mounting
Screws (4)
Drain Pan
Light Controls
(Interior and
Header)
Temperature
Control
Lighted
Header
Mounting
Screws
(2 each side)
(Model SM20
shown)

INTRODUCTION
This manual covers both the SM20 and the SM26 VisiCoolers. With the exception of size, the
machines are identical.
PLACEMENT
It is important to select the proper location for your SM20/SM26, it should be placed away from direct
sunlight and sources of heat. Please leave 6" of clearance behind the unit to allow free air cir-
culation. Four heavy duty castors are installed in the base of the unit, two can be locked. You will want
your SM20/SM26 to be as level as possible. The unit is for indoor installation only.
DISPLAY LIGHTING
The SM20/SM36 features a Lighted Header. The Lighted Header has a factory installed bulb. A
replacement bulb can be obtained by contacting Seaga’s Customer Care department (see Page 2).
1.) To replace the bulb.
A.) Turn off the lamp using the top Lamp On/Off switch found
inside the SM20 / SM26 (see page 3).
B.) Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the two (2) mounting
screws from left side of the Lighted Header and
remove the side.
C.) Grasp the Header and carefully pull to the side to free.
(Fig. 1)
D.) Remove the old bulb and replace.
E.) Reassemble.
INTERIOR LIGHTING
The SM20/SM26 has a factory installed bulb. The lamp can be turned on or off by pressing the Lamp
On/Off switch in the front interior of the SM20/SM26 (see Page 3). A replacement bulb can be obtained
by contacting Seaga’s Customer Care department (see Page 2).
1.) To replace the bulb.
A.) Turn off the lamp using the Lamp On/Off switch found on the front
interior of the SM20/SM26.
B.) Remove all product.
C.) Remove all shelves.
D.) Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the two (2) screws
from the lens cover, one (1) at the top and one (1) at
the bottom. Remove the lens cover.
E.) Remove the old bulb and replace.
F.) Reassemble.
SHELVES
Your SM20/SM26 comes with five (5) Heavy-Duty Epoxy Coated Steel Shelves. Extra shelves can be
ordered from the Parts Department. Shelf placement will vary depending on the size of the products
displayed. To maintain efficient cooling, equal spacing should be maintained between shelves. Taller
product will require more space than shorter product.
Figure 1 Lighted Header
Shown with left
side removed
and Header
partially
removed
Header

There are four (4) Shelf Clips per Shelf. You will find the Shelf Clips in the hardware bag inside your
vendor.
To install the Shelf Clips (Fig. 2):
A.) Tip the shelf clip back toward the pilaster
B.) Insert back retainer into slot of pilaster
C.) Tip shelf clip down into seated position
DRAIN PAN
The Drain Pan allows normal condensation to be captured rather than soil the location. Remove the
Drain pan from inside the unit and slide it into the Drain Pan Holder under the cabinet. Under normal
conditions the contents of the Drain Pan should evaporate and the Drain Pan should not need to be
emptied.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Your SM20/SM26 requires a grounded outlet. It is not recommended that the ground be bypassed to
allow the unit to be plugged into a two-prong outlet.
The SM20/SM26 requires one (1) 120 VAC grounded outlet.
SM20/SM26 120 Volts 50-60 HZ 6.5 Amps
TEMPERATURE SETTING
The SM20/SM26 is factory set to provide your customers with an ice cold and refreshing product.
The SM20/SM26 should be plugged in and allowed to run for 24 hours before making any tempera-
ture adjustments. Product stored in your SM20/SM26 will be at temperature after 10 hours of stor-
age.
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM ACCESS
There are times when you may need to access the refrigeration System. Remove the four (4)
mounting screws and pull the System Access Panel straight out.
Figure 2 Shelf Clips
Insert
Shelf Clip Pilaster
Seated
Position
Figure 3 System Access Panel Open

COMMON QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Q: My SM20/SM26 is not getting cold enough, no matter where the temperature control is set.
A: Has the unit been running for more than 24 hours?
Make sure the unit is away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
Check for an air leak in the door seal.
Make sure the electrical outlet is providing consistent power.
The Thermostat may not be working properly.
Compressor may be undercharged with R134a.
Contact Customer Care.
Q: Water is dripping onto the floor.
A: Check to make sure the Drain Pan is installed properly under the unit.
Check for leaking product.
Q: Why doesn't the Compressor cycle, or why is my Compressor making noise but the product is
not getting cold?
A: Thermostat may not be working properly.
The vendor may have been unplugged, and plugged back in
too quickly. Unplug vendor for 12 hours and plug back in.
The system may be too cold or frozen. Turn the Thermostat
completely counter-clockwise. Open or leave the Front
Door ajar overnight to thaw the evaporator coil. On the
next day turn your Thermostat to 3 and check for
proper cooling.
Compressor may be defective.
Q: Why is my unit freezing my product no matter where the
thermostat is set?
A: The Thermostat may be stuck open. In this case turn the
Thermostat completely counter-clockwise. The Unit
should shut off. If it does not, then the Thermostat
needs to be replaced.
Q: My product was really cold, and now my unit is not cooling.
A: The Compressor may be frozen. Turn the Thermostat
completely counter-clockwise. Leave the SM20/SM26 off
overnight to thaw the system. On the next day turn
your Thermostat to 3 and check for proper cooling.
Q: The light does not come on.
A: Make sure the light is turned on.
Change the light bulb.
Make sure the electrical outlet is providing consistent power.
Contact Customer Care.
Q: The light will not go out.
A: Contact Customer Care.