w)
check copper tubing
x)
check internal lights
y)
check shelves & supports
z)
check door gaskets, handles & hinges of storage equipment
RUN & TEST THAT ALL PARTS ARE WORKING SATISFACTORILY
maintenance shall be carried out in such a way that:
a)
accidents to personnel are minimised
b)
damage to goods is prevented
c)
the components of the system remain in good working order
d)
the purpose and availability of the system are maintained
e)
leakage of refrigerant or oil identified and remedied
f)
waste of energy is minimized
Repairs on refrigerant containing components shall be carried out in the following order:
a)
instructing of the maintenance staff
b)
disconnecting & safeguarding of the components to be repaired
c)
emptying & evacuating
d)
cleaning & purging respectively (e.g. with nitrogen)
e)
releasing for repair. NOTE: welding or arc/flame-producing apparatus may require a
special work permit
f)
carrying out the repair
g)
testing & checking of the repaired component
h)
replacing, evacuating and recharging with refrigerant
refrigerant leaks shall be identified and repaired as soon as practicable by a qualified
refrigeration engineer and the system shall only be put into service again when all the
leaks have been repaired
During each periodic maintenance and following each repair, the following tasks shall be
performed
a) all safety, control and measurement devices as well as alarm systems shall be
checked to verify their correct operation and perfect working order.
b)
leakage tests shall be carried out at the relevant part of the refrigerating system
c)
evacuating
d)
adjustment of refrigerant charge
e)
functional test of safety devices
Maintence and repair requiring the assistance of other skilled personnel (such as
welders, electricians and other specialist staff) shall be carried out under the supervision
of a qualified refrigeration engineer
Brazing and welding shall only be carried out by a qualified refrigeration engineer
Replacement of components or changes to the system shall be ordered and carried out by
a qualified refrigeration engineer
Recovery, reuse, recycle, reclaim & disposal shall only be carried out by a qualified
refrigeration engineer
Adhering to these maintenance procedures will ensure the cabinets work to their optimum
efficiency, and will detect any faulty parts before any major breakdown occurs.
Failure to keep
to this maintenance schedule will invalidate the manufacturer’s warranty and no claim will be
accepted
It is a legal requirement for the user of refrigerated equipment to ensure that all refrigerated
cabinets are inspected and regularly serviced in accordance with BS-EN378
In the interest of continual product development we reserve the right to change any of the
details and specifications without notice.
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