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WELLS MANUFACTURING
265 Hobson Street, Smithville, Tennessee 37166
telephone: 314-678-6314
fax: 314-781-2714
www.wells-mfg.com
IMPORTANT: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
This manual is considered to be part of the appliance and is to be given to the OWNER or
MANAGER of the restaurant, or to the person responsible for TRAINING the operators of
this appliance. Additional manuals are available from your WELLS DEALER.
THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL PERSONS USING OR
INSTALLING THIS APPLIANCE. Contact your WELLS DEALER if you have any
questions concerning installation, operation or maintenance of this equipment.
OPERATIONS MANUAL
DROP-IN REFRIGERATED
COLD PANS, 4-THIRDS, NSF7
RCP-7143, RCP-7243,
RCP-7343, RCP-7443,
RCP-7543, RCP-7643.
DROP-IN REFRIGERATED
COLD PANS, 4-THIRDS, NSF2
RCP-143, RCP-243,
RCP-343, RCP-443,
RCP-543, RCP-643.
INCLUDES INSTALLATION, USE,
CARE, SERVICE AND DIAGRAMS.
403
2M-Z16053 04/18
Model RCP-7443
WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
THE FOLLOWING WILL NOT BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY.
•Any product which has not been installed, cleaned, maintained,
or used in accordance with the directions published in the appropriate
installation sheet and/or owner’s manual as well as national and local
codes, including incorrect gas or electrical connection. Wells is not liable
for any unit which has been mishandled, abused, misapplied, subjected
to chlorides, harsh chemicals, or caustic cleaners, damaged from
exposure to hard water, modified by unauthorized personnel, damaged
by flood, fire, or other acts of nature [or God], or which have an altered
or missing serial number.
•Installation, labor, and job checkouts, calibration of heat controls, air
and gas burner/bypass/pilot adjustments, gas or electrical system
checks, voltage and phase conversions, cleaning of equipment,
or seasoning of griddle surface.
•Replacement of fuses or resetting of circuit breakers, safety controls,
or reset buttons.
•Replacement of broken or damaged glass components, quartz heating
elements, and light bulbs.
•Labor charges for all removable parts in gas charbroilers and hotplates,
including but not limited to burners, grates, and radiants.
•Any labor charges incurred by delays, waiting time, or operating
restrictions that hinder a service technician’s ability to perform service.
•Parts that fail or are damaged due to normal wear or labor for
replacement of Items that can easily be replaced during a daily cleaning
routine. such as but not limited to silicone belts, PTFE non-stick sheets,
knobs, control labels, bulbs, fuses, quartz heating elements, baskets,
racks, and grease drawers.
•Components that should be replaced when damaged or worn, but have
been field-repaired instead [eg. field-welded fry pots].
•Any loss of business or profits.
ADDITIONAL WARRANTIES
Specialty/chain specific versions may also have additional and/or
extended warranties.
LIMITED EQUIPMENT WARRANTY
Wells Manufacturing warranties new products to be free from defects
in material and/or workmanship for a period of one [1] year from the
date of original installation, except as noted below. Defects that occur
as a result of normal use, within the time period and limitations defined
in this warranty, will at Wells’ discretion have the parts replaced or
repaired by Wells or a Wells-authorized service agency.
THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO ALL LISTED CONDITIONS.
Repairs performed under this warranty are to be performed by a Wells-
authorized service agency. Wells will not be responsible for charges
incurred or service performed by non-authorized repair agencies.
In all cases, the nearest Wells-authorized service agency must be used.
Wells will be responsible for normal labor charges incurred in the repair
or replacement of a warrantied product within 50 miles (80.5 km) of
an authorized service agency. Time and expense charges for anything
beyond that distance will be the responsibility of the owner. All labor
will need to be performed during regular service hours. Any overtime
premium will be charged to the owner. For all shipments outside the
U.S.A. and Canada, please see the International Warranty for specific
details.
It is the responsibility of the owner to inspect and report any shipping
damage claims, hidden or otherwise, promptly following delivery.
No mileage or travel charges will be honored on any equipment that is
deemed portable. In general, equipment with a cord and plug weighing
less than 50 lb. (22.7 kg) is considered portable and should be taken or
shipped to the closest authorized service agency, transportation prepaid
.
CONTACT
Should you require any assistance regarding the operation or
maintenance of any Wells equipment; write, phone, fax or email
our service department. In all correspondence mention the
model number and the serial number of your unit, as well as
the voltage or type of gas you are using.
Business hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central Standard Time
Telephone 314.678.6314
Fax 314.781.2714
Email customerservice@star-mfg.com
www.wells-mfg.com
PRODUCTS PARTS LABOR
universal ventless hoods 2 years 1 year
canopy hoods 2 years 1 year
“Cook’n Hold” equipment [HW10,
HWSMP, LLSC7, LLSC7WA, LLSC11,
and LLSC11WA]
2 years 1 year
cast iron grates, burners, and burner
shields 1 year
original Wells parts sold to repair
Wells equipment 90 days
Service First 1 year
The foregoing warranty is in lieu of any and all other warranties expressed or implied and constitutes the entire warranty. 2M-Z22393 • Rev A • 02.2018
WARRANTY
INTRODUCTION & SPECIFICATIONS 1
FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS
2
PRECAUTIONS & GENERAL INFORMATION 3
AGENCY LISTING INFORMATION
4
INSTALLATION 5,6,7
OPERATION 8
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
9
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 10, 11
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 12, 13
TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS 14
WIRING AND REFR. DIAGRAMS 15
BLANK
PAGE FOR NOTES 16
ACCESSORY PARTS & SERVICE DATA 17
Thank you for purchasing this Wells Bloomfield appliance.
Proper installation, professional operation and consistent maintenance of this appliance will ensure that
it gives you the very best performance and a long, economical service life.
This manual contains the information needed to properly install this appliance, and to use and care for
the appliance in a manner which will ensure its optimum performance.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
1
ELECTRICAL & REFRIGERATION SPECIFICATIONS
MODELS HP
AMPS 120VAC 1ø REFRIGERANT PRESSURE
(psig)
TOTAL MCA MFS LRA TYPE AMT. HIGH LOW
RCP-143, RCP-243,
RCP-7143, RCP-7243 1/4 5.5 8 15 38 R-134a 28 oz. 440 162 NEMA 5-15P
RCP-343, RCP-7343 1/3 6.5 11 15 29 R-404a 24 oz. 500 174 NEMA 5-15P
RCP-443, RCP-7443 1/2 7.5 12 15 33 R-404a 32 oz. 500 174 NEMA 5-15P
RCP-543, RCP-643,
RCP-7543, RCP-7643 3/4 15.8 21 20 59 R-404a 54 oz. 500 174 NEMA 5-20P
POWER
SUPPLY
CORD
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FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS
2
NOTE:
This is a general arrangement drawing of an RCP-7243, not to scale. All other units are similar. Ac-
tual component positions may vary between units.
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This appliance is intended for use in commercial establishments
only, and is intended
to hold pre-chilled prepared food for human
consumption. No other use is
recommended or authorized by the
manufacturer or its agents.
Operators of this appliance must be familiar with the appliance use,
limitations and associated restrictions. Operating instructions must be
read and understood by all persons using or installing this appliance.
Food must be kept in appropriate inserts. Never place food directly
into the tank.
Cleanliness of this appliance is essential to good sanitation. Read and
follow all included cleaning instructions and schedules to ensure the
safety of the food product.
Disconnect this appliance from electrical power before performing any
maintenance or servicing.
This appliance is not jet stream approved. Do not direct water jet or
steam jet at this appliance, or at any control panel or wiring. Do not
splash or pour water on, in or over any controls, control panel or wir-
ing. Do not wash floor around this appliance with water or steam jet.
The technical content of this manual, including any wiring diagrams,
schematics, parts breakdown illustrations and/or adjustment
procedures, is intended for use by qualified technical personnel.
Any procedure which requires the use of tools must be performed by a
qualified technician.
This manual is considered to be a permanent part of the appliance.
This manual and all supplied instructions, diagrams, schematics, parts
breakdown illustrations, notices and labels must remain with the
appliance if it is sold or moved to another location.
This appliance is made in the USA. Unless otherwise noted, this
appliance uses all American-sized hardware.
WARNING:
ELECTRIC
SHOCK HAZARD
All servicing requiring
access to non-insulated
electrical components
must be performed by a
factory authorized
technician.
DO NOT open any access
panel which requires the
use of tools. Failure to
follow this warning can
result in severe electrical
shock.
CAUTION:
RISK OF
DAMAGE
DO NOT connect or
energize this appliance
until all installation
instructions are read and
followed. Damage to the
appliance will result if the
instructions are not
followed.
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION
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AGENCY LISTING INFORMATION
The RCP-7143 thru RCP-7643 are performance tested to NSF
Standard 7 for storage of potentially hazardous foods. This appliance
meets NSF Standard 7 only when the pan rails are installed in the
lowest position, otherwise it meets NSF Standard 2.
The RCP-143 thru RCP-643 meet the standards set by NSF-2 and
should not be used to hold potentially hazardous foods.
All RCP units are ETL listed for US and Canada as well as evaluated to
UL Standard 471.
STD 2
STD 7
UL471
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INSTALLATION
NOTE: DO NOT discard
the carton or other packing
materials until you have
inspected the appliance for
hidden damage and tested it
for proper operation.
Refer to SHIPPING DAMAGE
CLAIM PROCEDURE on the
inside front cover of this
manual.
WARNING:
RISK OF
PERSONAL
INJURY
Installation procedures must
be performed by a qualified
technician with full knowledge
of all applicable electrical and
plumbing codes. Failure can
result in personal injury and
property damage.
IMPORTANT:
Unit must remain in an upright
position during installation to
prevent damage to the
refrigeration system.
IMPORTANT:
Refrigeration system is air
cooled. Recommend louvered
grills or equivalent openings
front and rear, each with a
minimum size of twice the
surface area of the condenser,
to provide adequate air
circulation.
IMPORTANT:
Access is required for the
operation of the drain valve
and for maintenance of the
refrigeration unit. Provide
adequate access to the drain
valve and refrigeration unit.
IMPORTANT:
Unit flange must be sealed to
the counter top. Damage
caused by leaks due to
improper installation is NOT
covered by warranty.
UNPACKING & INSPECTION
Carefully remove the appliance from the carton. Remove all
protective plastic film, packing materials and accessories from the
Appliance before connecting electrical power or otherwise performing
any installation procedure.
Carefully read all instructions in this manual and the Installation
Instruction Sheet packed with the appliance before starting any
installation.
Read and understand all labels and diagrams attached to the
appliance.
Carefully account for all components and accessories before
discarding packing materials. Store all accessories in a convenient
place for later use.
RCP units must remain upright at all times (shipping and installation) to
prevent damage to the condensing unit. If the unit is accidentally
tipped, allow unit to sit upright for at least 24 hours before connecting to
electric power.
COMPONENTS
1 ea. PAN RAIL (only for RCP7143 thru RCP-7643)
1 - 5 ea. LONG PAN ADAPTER BARS (quantity varies with unit)
1 - 5 ea. SHORT ADAPTER BARS (quantity varies with unit)
PREPARATION
Cutout dimensions for tank units and control panels are listed on the
Installation Instructions provided with the unit.
Provide at least 1" clearance around the condensing unit chassis.
Countertop must be flat and level before the unit is installed. After
cutout is made, add stiffeners or bottom braces to counter as required
to support unit weight.
IMPORTANT:
Refrigeration system is air cooled. Recommend louvered grills or
equivalent openings front and rear, each with a minimum size of
twice the surface area of the condenser, to provide adequate air
circulation.
NOTE: The condenser fan is provided with a fan guard. DO NOT
remove the condenser fan guard.
Provide louvered grills and service access below control panel. Provide
access to the POWER SWITCH and TEMPERATURE CONTROL
UNIT located at the front of the condenser.
Verify that provided sealants are applied to the underside of the top
flange prior to setting the unit into the cutout.
After installation, apply a thin bead of food-grade silicone sealant
around the flange to seal it to the counter.
Avoid storing flammable or combustible materials in, on or near the
appliance.
5
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WARNING:
ELECTRIC
SHOCK HAZARD
All servicing requiring
access to non-insulated elec-
trical components must be
performed by a factory au-
thorized technician.
DO NOT open any access
panel which requires the use
of tools. Failure to
follow this warning can
result in severe electrical
shock.
CAUTION:
RISK OF
DAMAGE
DO NOT connect or energize
this appliance until all
installation instructions are
read and followed. Damage
to the appliance will result if
these instructions are not
followed.
CAUTION:
ELECTRIC
SHOCK HAZARD
Cord -connected units are
equipped with a three-prong
plug for your protection
against electric shock. Never
cut the large round prong
from the plug, or twist a blade
to fit an existing receptacle.
IMPORTANT:
Contact a licensed electrician
to install the correct circuit
and receptacle (cord-
connected units) or to install
and connect electric power
(field-wired units).
IMPORTANT:
Damage due to being
connected to the wrong
voltage or phase is NOT
covered by warranty.
INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
1. Refer to the nameplate. Verify the electrical service power.
Voltage and phase must match the nameplate specifications.
Wiring the unit to the wrong voltage can severely damage the unit,
or cause a significant decrease in performance.
2. Available electrical amperage must meet or exceed the
specifications listed on the specifications sheet provided with the
unit.
a. Units are equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for your
protection against electrical shocks. This must be plugged into
a properly grounded matching receptacle.
b. RCP-143 through RCP-543 and RCP-7143 thru RCP-7543
are equipped with a NEMA 5-15P plug and require matching
NEMA 5-15R receptacles.
c. RCP-643 and RCP-7643 are equipped with a NEMA 5-20P
plug and require a matching NEMA 5-20R receptacle.
GROUND
PIN
NEMA 5-15P
PLUG
NEMA 5-15R
RECEPTACLE
GROUND
PIN
NEMA 5-20P
PLUG
NEMA 5-20R
RECEPTACLE
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IMPORTANT:
Plumbing connections must
be made in compliance with
all Federal, State and Local
Codes and Ordinances.
IMPORTANT:
All drain plumbing
installations must be
performed by a qualified
plumber.
INSTALLATION
PLUMBING INSTALLATION
Install 1" drain valve (provided by others) on unit drain. Plumb to an
appropriate waste as required by local plumbing and sanitation
ordinances. Consult local codes for approved drain configurations.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT allow the sink drain spud to turn during installation. Hold the
spud with an appropriate cross-guard-style spud wrench, or carefully
grip the center threaded portion with a strap wrench or slip-joint pliers to
immobilize the drain spud during drain fitting installation.
DO NOT grip the drain spud nut or gasket.
0.85" dia.
0.25"
USE A
SPUD
WRENCH
SINK
DRAIN
SPUD
WITH
CROSS
GUARD
GASKET
NUT
OR ...
GRIP
HERE
WHEN
ATTACHING
DRAIN
FITTING
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OPERATION NOTES
1. Never place food directly in cold tank. Always use insets or food
pans.
2. Use only pre-chilled products. Stir product occasionally to maintain
an even temperature.
3. Use perforated bottom strainer plates when operating units with
ice. Perforated bottom strainer plates are optional and must be
ordered separately.
4. Models RCP-7143 thru RCP-7643 are NSF-7 listed for use
with potentially hazardous foods. All others are NSF-2 listed.
5. Periodically clean condensing coils to remove accumulated dust
and debris. Failure to clean coils will decrease performance and
may void the warranty.
See
CONDENSER CLEANING, page 8.
DAILY START-UP
1. Turn POWER SWITCH (located on condensing unit) ON. Allow
unit to run for approximately 30 minutes to reach operating
temperature.
2. Add necessary adapter bars or adapter plates. Adapter bars
provided with the unit are designed to hold 12" x 20" food pans up
to 6" deep.
3. Install appropriate food pans or insets. Place pre-chilled product in
food
pans.
DAILY SHUT-DOWN
1. Turn POWER SWITCH OFF. Remove product, food pans and
adapters.
2. Allow unit to defrost before cleaning.
See
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS, page 7.
OPERATION
8
CAUTION:
ELECTRIC SHOCK
HAZARD
DO NOT splash or pour water
onto control panel or wiring.
RCP-7 series units are de-
signed to hold REFRIGER-
ATED PRE-CHILLED prod-
uct at serving temperature.
RCP series units should not
be used to hold product for
long term storage.
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