Thermo Scientific Jewett PRF17 Guide

Thermo Scientific Jewett® PRF17
Refrigerator/Freezers
Installation and Operation
307950H01 Rev ESeptember 2014
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IMPORTANT Read this instruction manual. Failure to follow the instructions in this manual can result in
damage to the unit, injury to operating personnel, and poor equipment performance.
CAUTION All internal adjustments and maintenance must be performed by qualified service personnel.
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subject to change without notice. Thermo Fisher Scientific makes no representations or warranties with
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Table of Contents
Introduction.........................................................................................................................1
Inspection for Damage.......................................................................................................3
Operating Standards .......................................................................................................... 5
Installation........................................................................................................................... 7
Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 7
Location ................................................................................................................................................ 7
Wiring................................................................................................................................................... 8
Operation............................................................................................................................. 9
Initial Startup ........................................................................................................................................ 9
Refrigerator Section Performance....................................................................................................... 9
Freezer Section Performance .............................................................................................................. 9
Defrost................................................................................................................................................. 10
Installation and Removal of Drawers.............................................................................. 11
Mounting Drawer Slides...................................................................................................................... 11
Installation........................................................................................................................................... 11
Removal............................................................................................................................................... 12
Hinge and Latch Adjustment...........................................................................................13
Hinge Adjustment ............................................................................................................................... 13
Latch and Strike Adjustment ............................................................................................................... 14
Maintenance ...................................................................................................................... 15
Gasket Maintenance ............................................................................................................................ 15
Condenser Maintenance ...................................................................................................................... 16
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................ 18
Accessories....................................................................................................................... 20
Warranty ............................................................................................................................ 22
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covered in this manual or the TROUBLESHOOTING section, please visit our website at www.thermo.com
for additional information. If you still need assistance call 1-800-438-4851 for technical support. Please have
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Bulb Maintenance ................................................................................................................................17

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Introduction
This product is a complete packaged unit ready to operate when plugged into an electrical
source. It is not necessary to have a refrigeration serviceman set the unit in operation. The unit
has been tested prior to shipment. Read all the instructions before proceeding with
installation.
In this manual and on labels attached to this product, the words WARNING and CAUTION
mean the following:
WARNING A potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
serious injury or death.
CAUTION A potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury or damage to the equipment.
WARNING The electrical hazard symbol to the left indicates situations with
dangerous voltages and a potential for electric shock.
Before installing, using or maintaining this product, please be sure to read this manual and
product warning labels carefully. Failure to follow these instructions may cause this product to
malfunction, which could result in injury or damage.
Below are important safety precautions that apply to this product:
• Use this product only in the way described in the product literature and in this manual.
Before using it, verify that this product is suitable for its intended use.
• Do not modify system components, especially the controller. Use OEM exact replacement
equipment or parts. Before use, confirm that the product has not been altered in any way.
• Your unit must be properly grounded in conformity with national and local electrical
codes. Never connect the unit to overloaded power sources.
• Disconnect the unit from all power sources before cleaning or performing other
maintenance on the product or its controls.

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The following symbols are used in caution, warning and informational labels attached to the
unit:
caution, info
electrical hazard
hot surface
earth ground
protective conductor terminal
on
off
alternating
current
cold surface
watch hands
on (control panel)
off (control panel)
standby
(battery enable)

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Inspection for Damage
At delivery, examine the exterior for physical damage while the carrier’s representative is
present. If exterior damage is present, carefully unpack and inspect the unit and all accessories
for damage.
If unit or accessories have been damaged in shipping place a damage claim with the carrier.
If there is no exterior damage, unpack and inspect the equipment within five days of delivery.
If you find any damage, keep the packing materials and immediately report the damage to the
carrier. Do not return goods to the manufacturer without written authorization. When
submitting a claim for shipping damage, request that the carrier inspect the shipping container
and equipment.

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Operating Standards
The refrigerator/freezers described in this manual are classified for use as stationary equipment
in a Pollution Degree 2 and Overvoltage Category II environment.
These units are designed to operate under the following conditions:
• Indoor use
• Altitude up to 2000m
• Main supply voltage fluctuations not to exceed 10% of the nominal voltage.
Model Voltage Frequency Current
PRF17-1B 120V 60HZ 10.5A
Electrical Specifications:
Packing List
Inside the refrigerator/freezer is a bag containing:
•This manual
If you have ordered a HemaPro, the bag will also contain:
• HemaPro instructions

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