LABEC SPCF-675 - Manual (Page 2)

Introduction
Congratulations on the choice of an Australian made quality product. Labec products are
manufactured, tested and calibrated to meet published standard specifications under our strict
quality assurance guidelines.
This Instruction Manual is for the guidance of operators of Labec SPARK PROOF Fridges and
Freezers and should be read before the fridge/freezer is connected to the electricity supply.
It is hoped that this manual will supply all the information that the customer should require for
satisfactory operation of this product. If, however, there are any questions that remain unanswered
then the customer should contact our Service Department.
NOTE: ONLY THE INTERIOR OF THE CHAMBER IS SPARK PROOF!
THE EXTERNAL COMPRESSOR MOTOR DOES HAVE ELECTRICAL SWITCHING AND MAY
IGNITE FUMES IF THEY ARE PERMITTED TO ESCAPE FROM THE CHAMBER.
Unpacking
Remove all packing and protective wrapping from both interior and exterior of the fridge/freezer.
Check the fridge/freezer for the possible transit damage. Ensure all ordered accessories are
present. If any physical damage or shortages are evident, do not discard the packaging material
until the fridge/freezer is inspected by the distributor, agent or manufacturer.
NOTE: All claims for shortage or damage must be made within fourteen days (14) from delivery.
Subject to our standard published conditions of sale, we have reasonable grounds to believe that we
have ensured, so far as is reasonably practical, that the products listed in our catalogue and
brochures have been designed and constructed so as to be safe and without risk to health when
properly installed and used in their environment by appropriate and trained personnel, and where
applicable, in accordance with our published instructions.
Installation
Electrical
This equipment must be tagged and tested according to AS/NZS3760:2010 prior to use and
thereafter on a regular basis dependent upon the environment.
It is preferable to locate the refrigerator/freezer close to a power point and recommended that double
adaptors are not used. Check the total wattage if connecting to multi­point outlets. Check the rating
plate for power requirements. Installation is to be carried out by a qualified electrician in accordance
with the power requirements of the product specifications.
Alarm Output (If fitted)
If the fridge/freezer has a safety alarm controller output fitted, the alarm output connection can be
connected to an external device (check this contact is not a powered contact before using) such as
a phone dialler or similar or building maintenance system to indicate temperature fluctuations. Do
not set the alarm hysterisis too close to the set temperature or the alarm will activate too often.
Operation
1. Connect the chamber to an alternating current supply of voltage as specified on the rating
plate mounted on the side or rear of the chamber. The main temperature controller will turn
on automatically.
DANGER: THIS FRIDGE/FREEZER MUST NOT BE CONNECTED TO DIRECT CURRENT SUPPLY
2. The temperature controller will switch the fridge/ freezer on and control temperature.
3. Set the alarm values if required.
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