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II. GENERAL INFORMATION
II. a - APPLICABLE MODELS:
This manual applies to the following Traulsen models:
RBC50 Undercounter Blast Chiller Models
RBC100 Reach-In Blast Chiller Models
RBC200 Roll-In Blast Chiller Models
RBC200RT Roll-Thru Blast Chiller Models
PLEASE NOTE: This manual refers to the above mod-
els built after June 2003, equipped with the Smart Chill
control. For information regarding models built prior to
that date please contact the factory.
In addition, models UBC50, RBC400 and RBC400RT are
not covered by the procedures listed in this manual.
Please contact the factory for more information.
II. b - INTRODUCTION:
Blast Chillers are food processing refrigerators de-
signed for rapid chilling of product from 135 F to 37 F
in approximately 90 minutes, for reheating and/or
serving at a later time.
These models aid in preserving food quality, texture
and nutritional value, in addition to enhancing food
safety.
All of the information, illustrations and
specifications contained within this manual are based
on the latest product information available at the time
of printing.
II. c - OPERATION:
Refer to the instructions contained
in the Owner’s
Manual, form number TR35850, for specific operating
instructions.
II. d - CLEANING:
Detailed cleaning instructions are included with each
unit; however, special care MUST be given to the
condenser coil(s). These must be cleaned WEEKLY.
This surface must be kept free of dirt and grease for
proper system operation. This can be done with a
vacuum cleaner using a brush attachment, or a stiff
brush or whisk broom. Care must be taken not to
damage the condenser coil fins. For more information
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ase refer to section “IV. a
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IV c” of the Blast Chill
Owner’s Manual.
II. e - WIRING DIAGRAMS:
Refer to the wiring diagrams on pages 20 thru 22 for
any service work performed on the unit. Should you
require another copy, please contact Traulsen Service
at (800) 825-8220, and provide the model and serial
number of the unit involved
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II. f - TOOL REQUIREMENTS:
For most jobs a standard set of hand tools, a VOM with
AC current tester, electrically conductive field service
grounding kit, along with a temperature tester or
thermometer are adequate. However in some cases the
following additional tools may be required as well:
II.f - TOOL REQUIREMENTS (CONT):
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Refrigeration Reclaiming Equipment
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Acetylene Torch
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Nitrogen Bottle With Gauges
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Refrigeration Gauge Manifold
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Dial-a-Charge
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Valve Core Removal Kit
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Vacuum Pump
II. g - THE SERIAL TAG:
The serial tag is a permanently affixed sticker on
which is recorded vital electrical and refrigeration
data about your Traulsen product, as well as the
model and serial number. This tag is located at
the front top corner on the right interior wall on all
blast chiller models. An example is shown below.
FORT WORTH, TX.
SERIAL
MODEL
VOLTS
Hz
PH
TOTAL CURRENT
AMPS
MINIMUM CIRCUIT
AMPS
MAXIMUM OVER CURRENT PROTECTION
AMPS
LIGHTS
WATTS
HEATERS
AMPS
REFRIGERANT
TYPE
OZ
DESIGN PRESSURE
HIGH
LOW
REFRIGERANT
TYPE
OZ
DESIGN PRESSURE
HIGH
LOW
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READING THE SERIAL TAG
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Serial = The permanent ID# of your Traulsen
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Model = The model # of your Traulsen
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Volts = Voltage
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Hz = Cycle
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PH = Phase
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Total Current = Maximum amp draw
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Minimum Circuit = Minimum circuit required
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Lights = Light wattage
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Heaters = Heater amperage
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Refrigerant = Refrigerant type used
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Design Pressure = High & low side
operating pressures and refrigerant
charge
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Agency Labels = Designates agency listings
