Skope VF-ICE Series User manual

VF-ICE Series
User Manual MAN10751 Rev. 3.2 Feb. 2015
VF1000-ICE
SKOPE Ice Storage Cabinet

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CONTENTS
1 Installation
Safety First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Positioning the Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Optional Door Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 Operation
Automatic Start-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Loading Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Electronic Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Faceplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Continuous Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Temperature Setpoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Controller Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3 Servicing
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Condenser Coil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Interior Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Sign Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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1Installation
Safety First Always observe safety precautions when using any electrical appliance.
Read these instructions carefully and retain them for future reference.
When the appliance is used by or near young children or infirm persons,
close supervision is necessary, especially to ensure children do not play
with it.
Do not use this appliance for other than its intended use.
Do not cover the grilles or block the entry or exhaust of airflow by
placing objects up against the refrigeration cassette.
Do not probe any opening.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a
flammable propellant in this appliance.
Only use this appliance with the voltage specified on the cabinet rating
label affixed to the refrigeration cassette.
Ensure the appliance has adequate ventilation as this is essential to
economical, high performance.
Be careful not to touch moving parts and hot surfaces.
For your own safety and that of others, ensure that all electrical work is
done by authorised personnel.
If the power supply flexible cord becomes damaged, it must be replaced
by an authorised service agent or similarly qualified person in order to
avoid a hazard.
Ensure all necessary safety precautions are observed during installation
or removal of the refrigeration unit.
This appliance is not designed to be stable while in motion. Use
extreme caution when moving or transporting the appliance.
WARNING
Always isolate the ice storage cabinet from the mains power
supply before attempting any maintenance.
WARNING
Twin unit ice storage cabinets have two seperate power
supplies. Ensure both supplies are disconnected before
undertaking any service or maintenance work.
CAUTION
Never overload the power supply, which could damage the ice
storage cabinet and product. See the rating label inside the
cabinet for the safe power supply and current draw.

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Positioning the Cabinet
Power Cord The power cord exits from the top rear of the cabinet and is fitted with a 3-pin
plug. Pull the power cord around so that it’s not trapped before you position
the cabinet. Note: Single unit ice storage cabinets are fitted with one power
cord. Twin unit ice storage cabinets are fitted with two power cords, one for
each refrigeration unit.
Location The location of the ice storage cabinet may be the single most important
decision that will extend its life and ensure economical, high performance.
We recommend that you put the ice storage cabinet in the coolest place
possible because it will use less power and last longer. Although the ice
storage cabinet operates in environs up to 32°C, we suggest that you not
constantly run it at the upper end.
Avoid direct sunlight, warm draughts etc. Allow adequate space for doors to
open and close properly. Self-closing doors have internal torsion bars
pretensioned at the factory, and must be unobstructed. Ensure the cabinet
sits on a level surface so that the doors shut and correctly seal. Level footing
also prevents the condensate tray from overflowing.
Ventilation See diagram below for ventilation guidelines. When positioning the ice
storage cabinet, ensure there is at least a 200mm space above the top
panel. Adequate ventilation around the refrigeration unit is essential for
efficient operation. The air surrounding the refrigeration unit must not
exceed 32°C. Keep the ventilation slots at the top of the cabinet clear at all
times and never store cardboard cartons or other objects on top of the ice
storage cabinet.
Note: Remote cabinets require a minimum of 300mm clearance above the
top panel to allow for service access.
Requires min. 400mm
space above top panel
Requires min. 300mm
space above top panel
Requires min. 200mm
space above top panel
25°C to 32°C
ambient
Less than 25°C
ambient
All remote
cabinets

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SKOPE VF-ICE Series Ice Storage Cabinet
Shelves
The ice storage cabinet is supplied with heavy duty ice shelves which may
be positioned at different heights. Refer to the table below for shelf numbers
and dimensions.
Heavy duty ice shelves
Always ensure that the shelf clips are securely engaged in each of the shelf
support strips. Support strips are marked ‘+’ for easy location of shelf clips.
To fit the wire shelves
Optional Door Lock
Ice storage cabinets fitted with optional door locks have a key barrel type
lock at the top of each door. Use the supplied keys to lock and unlock the
door as necessary.
Model Quantity Dimensions
VF650-ICE 1619mm wide × 475mm deep
VF1000-ICE 11009mm wide × 460mm deep
VF1300-ICE 2677mm wide × 460mm deep
VF1500-ICE 3Side ×2: 502mm wide × 460mm deep
Middle ×1: 571mm wide × 460mm deep
1. Unpack the shelves and shelf clips from inside the cabinet.
2. Establish the desired position for the shelves and securely engage a shelf
clip in each of the shelf support strips.
3. Sit the shelves on the shelf clips.

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2Operation
Automatic Start-Up
After the ice storage cabinet has been positioned in a suitable place, plug it
in and check the following activity.
Loading Product
Let the ice storage cabinet run for 30 minutes before loading it with product
for the first time. When loading the ice storage cabinet:
Do not load product above the load limit indicators shown on the cabinet
interior sides (see image below).
If fitted with shelf/ves, do not exceed a maximum load of 300kg per
shelf, remove some product if the shelves are flexing and do not let
anything overhang the shelves because this might stop the doors from
shutting or even break something.
Item Activity
Condenser Fan The condenser fan starts and runs at a slow speed. When the
compressor starts, the condenser fan will run at full speed.
Lighting
The lights that illuminate cabinet interior and top sign (where
applicable) will come on when the ice storage cabinet is
turned on. The light/s can be switched on and off via the
electronic controller (see over page). Cabinets fitted with solid
doors use an automatic light switch to turn the light on and off
with door openings.
Electronic
Controller
An electronic controller runs the ice storage cabinet and is
visible on the control panel above the door/s. The electronic
controller display panel shows the cabinet temperature.
Note: Twin unit ice storage cabinets are fitted with two
electronic controllers, one for each refrigeration unit. Only one
electronic controller is visible.
Compressor
The compressor starts about one minute after the lights go on.
The compressor turns off when the product temperature
reaches around -12°C and turns on again when it reaches
about -9°C.
Evaporator Fan
The evaporator fan will not operate until the evaporator probe
senses a temperature of -8°C on the evaporator coil. When
the evaporator coil is below -8°C, the evaporator will run at
slow speed or fast speed as required.
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Electronic Controller
Introduction The electronic controller controls the ice storage cabinet, displays the
cabinet temperature and signals temperature alarms. It uses temperature
probes to collect data and runs the ice storage cabinet accordingly. The
electronic controller is pre-programmed and usually requires no initial setup
or additional programming. SKOPE does not recommend that the settings
be changed unless necessary. Note: Twin unit ice storage cabinets are fitted
with two electronic controllers, one for each refrigeration unit.
Faceplate Because the electronic controller plays such an important role, it’s helpful to
know the parts of the faceplate you may use.
No. Item Description
1Prg / mute: To initiate program sets, press for 5 seconds. Mutes the audible alarm (buzzer).
2UP / aux: To switch light/s on and off. To scroll settings UP (in program mode).
3Set: If pressed for more than 2 seconds displays and / or enables changing the temperature
setpoint (see page 9).
4DOWN / def: To scroll settings DOWN (in programme mode).
5COMPRESSOR: ON when the compressor and condenser fan starts. Flashes when activation of
the compressor is temporarily delayed.
6FAN: Shows when fan is operational.
7DEFROST: ON when the defrost is activated. Flashes when the activation of the defrost is
temporarily delayed due to procedures in progress.
8AUX: n.a.
9ALARM: Flashes in the event of alarms.
10 CLOCK: On when real time clock is enabled.
11 LIGHT: On when the cabinet lighting is activated.
12 SERVICE: Flashes in the event of malfunctions.
13 DISPLAY: Shows the cabinet temperature.
14 HACCP: n.a.
15 CONTINUOUS CYCLE: On when ice storage cabinet is running in continuous run mode.

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Defrost To ensure efficient operation, the electronic controller forces a defrost cycle
when required. During a defrost cycle, the compressor stops, DEF and the
will display on the electronic controller faceplate. The ice storage cabinet
will resume normal operation once the defrost cycle has finished. A manual
defrost can also be initiated by pressing and holding the button.
Continuous
Cycle
The continuous cycle can be used to pull down the temperature of product
inside the ice storage cabinet quickly. During a continuous cool down the
compressor runs continuously for a set time.
To start a continuous cycle
To stop a continuous cycle
Temperature
Setpoint The ice storage cabinet is manufactured with a pre-set control temperature
set point of -12°C. If this set point does not match your required storage
temperature it is recommended that you change the set point accordingly.
The set point can be adjusted between -12°C and -18°C.
To view and adjust the temperature setpoint
1. While the ice storage cabinet is
switched on and running, press and
hold the and buttons for five
seconds.
The symbol will display during a
continuous cycle.
1. The electronic controller will
automatically stop the continuous cycle
after a period of time.
The continuous cycle can be stopped
by pressing and holding the and
buttons for five seconds.
1. To view the setpoint: press and hold the
key for 2 seconds, until the
setpoint value flashes
2. To adjust the setpoint: press either the
and keys to display the
required setpoint value.
3. Press the key again to memorise
the new setpoint value. If this is not
done within 60 seconds, changes will
be lost and you will need to repeat the
above procedure.

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Controller
Reset
To delete program modifications and reset the controller to SKOPE default
program or when a replacement controller is being fitted, a ‘Controller Reset’
must be performed.
To reset the controller
1. Disconnect the ice storage cabinet from the power supply.
2. Press and hold the key while
plugging the ice storage cabinet into
the power supply (this may require two
people). After a few seconds the
controller is reset and program mode
‘bn0’ is displayed. The controller must
never be left in program mode ‘bn0’ as
failure will occur.
3. Press the or keys to select
‘bn3’ for SKOPE default program.
4. Immediately press the key to
confirm the preferred program. If not
confirmed within 60 seconds the ice
storage cabinet will remain in program
mode ‘bn0’ (and cause failure). If this
occurs, repeat the above procedure.

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Alarms The following table explains messages that the electronic controller displays
and related alarms. Alarms signal unexpected operational changes in the
ice storage cabinet and stop when action is taken to resolve the problem.
Code Display
Icon
Alarm
Description
Initial Action
Flashing
Product HIGH
temperature
alarm
1. Check the cabinet product loading to ensure
ventilation slots are not blocked and that product
does not overhang the shelves.
2. Ensure the cabinet is installed with good
refrigeration unit ventilation.
3. Check and clean the condenser coil (see
page 12).
4. Unplug cabinet from the power supply for 1
minute, then reconnect to power supply.
If problems persist, contact SKOPE
Flashing
Product LOW
temperature
alarm
Door open
alarm Check door is closed.
High ambient
alarm
Check ventilation and operating conditions (see
page 5).
High pressure
alarm Check and clean the condenser coil (see page 12).
Flashing
Control probe
fault
Contact an authorised service agent to replace
probe.
Flashing
Evaporator
probe fault
Flashing
Ambient
probe fault
None Defrost over-
time limit
Unplug cabinet from the power supply for 1 minute,
then reconnect to power supply.
If problems persist, contact an authorised service
agent.
Flashing
Real-time
clock fault
Flashing
Controller E
prom error
Flashing
Controller E
prom error
None Start defrost
request
None
None End defrost
request

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Cleaning
Ensure the ice storage cabinet is disconnected from the power supply
before cleaning.
Cabinet Periodically wipe the inside and outside of the cabinet with a damp cloth,
taking care to keep moisture away from electrical parts.
Condenser
Coil To ensure trouble-free performance, we strongly urge monthly cleaning with
a soft brush to remove dust and fluff. A more thorough cleaning is
recommended every six months, by qualified service personnel. The
condenser coil must be kept clean for efficient and reliable operation.
To clean the condenser coil
WARNING
Twin unit ice storage cabinets have two separate power
supplies. Ensure both supplies are disconnected before
undertaking any service or maintenance work.
WARNING
Disconnect the ice storage cabinet from the power supply
before cleaning the condenser coil.
1. Disconnect the ice storage cabinet from the power supply.
2. Remove the sign assembly. Lift the assembly up and off the sign sides and if
necessary unplug it from the cabinet.
3. Clean the condenser coil
with a soft brush.
4. Refit the sign assembly and reconnect the ice storage cabinet to the power
supply.

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Lighting
This ice storage cabinet is designed for use with LED tubes and is not
compatible with fluorescent tubes.
As with any maintenance, ensure the ice storage cabinet is disconnected
from the power supply before replacing light tubes.
Interior Light The cabinet interior is lit by side or centre pillar lights (see table below for
details), which can be replaced without moving shelves or removing product.
Interior light specifications
To replace the cabinet interior side light (VF650-ICE)
To replace the cabinet interior pillar light (VF1000/1300/1500-ICE)
IMPORTANT
DO NOT use fluorescent tubes.
Model LED Tube Specification
VF650-ICE 1 x side light: 22 Watt T8 LED tube (Ø26mm x 1500mm)
VF1000/VF1300-
ICE 1 x pillar light: Twin 22 Watt T8 LED tube (Ø26mm x 1500mm)
VF1500-ICE 2 x pillar lights: Twin 22 Watt T8 LED tube (Ø26mm x 1500mm)
1. Disconnect the ice storage cabinet from the power supply.
2. Remove the diffuser by squeezing it until it is released from the aluminium
housing, and then push the diffuser out of the way.
3. Rotate the LED tube until
the pins on the ends of the
tube align with the slots,
then slide it out.
4. Fit a new LED tube.
Ensure the LED tube is
fitted with the power end
at the top.
5. Refit the diffuser by slipping the back section into the housing, then
squeezing and snapping the front section of the diffuser into place as you
work down the length of the light.
1. Disconnect the ice storage cabinet from the power supply.
2. Remove the diffuser by squeezing it until it is released from the housing, and
then push the diffuser out of the way.
3. Rotate the LED tube until the pins on the ends of the tube align with the slots,
then slide it out.
4. Fit a new LED tube. Ensure the LED tube is fitted with the power end at the
top.

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Sign Light Not as standard - lit sign ice storage cabinets only. The sign unit is lit by one
LED tube (see table below for details) which can be replaced by removing
the front sign panel.
Sign light specifications
To replace the sign light
Model LED Tube Specification
VF650-ICE 1 x 9 Watt T8 Frosted LED tube (Ø26 x 600mm)
VF1000-ICE 1 x 12 Watt T8 Frosted LED tube (Ø26 x 900mm)
VF1300-ICE 1 x 20 Watt T8 Frosted LED tube (Ø26 x 1200mm)
VF1500-ICE 1 x 22 Watt T8 Frosted LED tube (Ø26 x 1500mm)
1. Disconnect the chiller from the mains power supply.
2. Remove the sign assembly. Lift the assembly up and off the sign sides and
unplug it from the cabinet.
3. Seperate the light sign
light assembly from the
sign panel by undoing the
two fixing screws on each
side of the sign panel.
4. Remove the top of the
sign light assembly by
undoing the four fixing
screws on the top of the
sign light assembly.
5. Remove the plastic sign panel (and artwork if present) from the sign light
assembly.
6. Rotate and remove the
failed LED tube.
7. Fit the new LED tube.
8. Refit the clear front panel (and artwork if present) and screw the sign top
cover back onto the top of the sign assembly.
9. Refit and fix the sign light back onto the sign panel assembly.
10. Plug the sign assembly back into the cabinet and slot the assembly back
onto the sign sides.

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Troubleshooting
For questions about the electronic controller, see page 11. For problems
with the cabinet and refrigeration cassette, use the following table.
Problem Possible Cause Suggestions
• Cabinet not
operating
• No controller display
• Loss of power
supply
• Check mains power supply.
• Interior light not on • Failed LED tube • Replace LED tube (see
page 13).
• Blown cabinet fuse • Contact an authorised
service agent to replace it.
• Power consumption
is higher than
expected
• Unit operating too
hot
• Clean the condenser coil
(see page 12).
• Ensure the cabinet has
good ventilation around the
refrigeration unit (see
page 5).
• Ensure the cabinet is in a
cool spot.
• Cabinet doors are
opened excessively
• Ensure doors are closed
more often.
• Product is too warm • Restricted airflow to
cabinet
• Ensure product is not
blocking airflow slots.
• Ensure there is space
around individual product
pieces.
• Warm cabinet
temperatures
• Compressor
operating for long
periods (more than 1
hour)
• Blocked condenser • Clean the condenser coil
(see page 12).
• Poor ventilation
around refrigeration
unit
• Ensure the cabinet has
good ventilation around the
refrigeration unit (see
page 5).

SKOPE Contacts
SKOPE Industries Limited
NEW ZEALAND CONTACT
Head Office
PO Box 1091, Christchurch
New Zealand
Freephone: 0800 947 5673
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.skope.co.nz
AUSTRALIAN CONTACT
A.B.N. 73 374 418 306
PO Box 7543, Baulkham Hills B.C.
NSW 2153, Australia
Freephone: 1800 121 535
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.skope.com.au
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The SKOPE trademark on this product is infringed if the owner, for the time being, does
any of the following:
• Applies the trade mark to the product after their state, condition, get-up or packaging
has been altered in any manner
• Alters, removes (including part removal) or obliterates (including part obliteration) the
trade mark on the product
• Applies any other trade mark to the product
• Adds to the product any written material that is likely to damage the reputation of the
trade mark
Notice of the above contractual obligations passes to:
• Successors or assignees of the buyer
• Future owners of the product
VF-ICE Series
SKOPE Ice Storage Cabinet
User Manual
MAN10751
Rev. 3.2 Feb. 2015
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SKOPE Industries Limited reserve the right to alter specifications without notice.
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