VIKING VDUI5241 5 Series Professional Undercounter Refrigerated Drawers User Manual

VIKING VDUI5241 5 Series Professional Undercounter Refrigerated Drawers

Important Safety Instructions

Warnings and safety instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining, or operating this appliance.

WARNING
You can be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow these instructions.

CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices could result in personal injury or property/product damage.

NOTE
Important information to help assure a problem-free installation and operation.

WARNING

• State of California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.
• State of California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm..
• This unit contains R600a (isobutane) which is a flammable hydrocarbon. It is safe for regular use. Do not use sharp objects to expedite defrosting. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit

UNPACKING YOUR APPLIANCE

WARNING
EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD Use two or more people to move the product. Failure to do so can result in personal injury.

Remove Interior Packaging
Your appliance has been packed for shipment with all parts that could be damaged by movement securely fastened. Remove internal packing materials and any tape holding internal components in place. The owner’s manual is shipped inside the product in a plastic bag along with the warranty registration card, and other accessory items.

Important
Keep your carton and packaging until your appliance has been thoroughly inspected and found to be in good condition. If there is damage, the packaging will be needed as proof of the damage in transit. Afterward please dispose of all items responsibly.

WARNING
Dispose of plastic bags which can be a suffocation hazard.

• The following information will be required when registering your appliance.
• Service Number
• Serial Number
• Date of Purchase
• Dealer’s name and address

The service number and serial number can be found on the serial plate which is located inside the cabinet on the left side near the top. See fi figure

WARNING – Help Prevent Tragedies
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous – even if they sit out for “just a few hours”. If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:

•  Take off the doors or remove the drawers.
•  Leave the shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside.

INSTALLING YOUR APPLIANCE

Select Location
The proper location will ensure the peak performance of your appliance. We recommend a location where the unit will be out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources. To ensure your product performs to specifi cations, the recommended installation location temperature range is from 55 to 100°F (13 to 38°C).

Cabinet Clearance
Ventilation is required from the bottom front of the appliance. Keep this area open and clear of any obstructions. Adjacent cabinets and countertops can be installed around the appliance as long as the front grille remains unobstructed. All Professional models with articulated hinges are intended for built-in applications only.

CAUTION
Front Grille
Do not obstruct the front grille. The openings within the front grille allow air to fl ow through the condenser heat exchanger. Restrictions to this air fl ow will result in increased energy usage and loss of cooling capacity. For this reason, it is important this area not be obstructed and the grille openings be kept clean. Viking Range, LLC does not recommend the use of a custom-made grille as air fl ow may be restricted. (See Figure 2).

Leveling Legs
Adjustable legs at the front and rear corners of the appliance should be set so the unit is fi firmly positioned on the fl o or and level from side to side and front to back. The overall height of your appliance may be adjusted between the minimum, 33 3⁄4″ (85.7 cm), by turning the leveling leg in and the maximum, 34 3/4″ (88.3 cm) by turning the leveling leg out. To adjust the leveling legs, place the appliance on a solid surface and protect the floor beneath the legs to avoid scratching the floor. With the assistance of another person, lean the appliance back to access the front leveling legs. Raise or lower the legs to the required dimension by turning the legs. Repeat this process for the rear by tilting the appliance forward using caution. On a level, the surface checks the appliance for levelness and adjusts accordingly. N The front grille screws may be loosened and the grille adjusted to the desired height. When adjustment is complete tighten the two front grille screws. (See Figure 5).

WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard

•  Do not use an extension cord with this appliance. They can be hazardous and can degrade product performance.
•  This appliance should not, under any circumstances, be installed to an un-grounded electrical supply.
•  Do not remove the grounding prong from the power cord. (See Figure 3).
•  Do not use an adapter. (See Figure 4).
•  Do not splash or spray water from a hose on the appliance. Doing so may cause an electrical shock, which may result in severe injury or death.

Electrical Connection
A grounded 115 volt, 15 amp dedicated circuit is required. This product is factory equipped with a power supply cord that has a three-pronged, grounded plug. It must be plugged into a mating grounding-type receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code and applicable local codes and ordinances (see Figure 6). If the circuit does not have a grounding-type receptacle, it is the responsibility and obligation of the customer to provide the proper power supply. The third ground prong should not, under any circumstances, be cut or removed.

NOTE}
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) are prone to nuisance tripping which will cause the appliance to shut down. GFCIs are generally not used on circuits with power equipment that must run unattended for long periods of time unless required to meet local building codes and ordinances.

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

• The depth dimension of the rough-in opening may vary depending on each individual installation. To recess, the entire door “F” dimension plus 1″ (2.5 cm) for the thickness of power cord plug is required.
• The minimum rough-in opening required is to be larger than the adjusted height of the cabinet.

If necessary to gain clearance inside the rough-in opening a hole can be cut through the adjacent cabinet and the power cord routed through this hole to a power outlet. Another way to increase the available opening depth is to recess the power outlet into the rear wall to gain the thickness of the power cord plug. Not all recessed outlet boxes will work for this application as they are too narrow, but a recessed outlet box equivalent to Arlington #DVFR1W is recommended for this application, (see Figure 8).

A grounded 15 amp dedicated circuit is required. Follow all local building codes when installing electrical and appliance.

USING YOUR ELECTRONIC CONTROL

Control Function Guide

Door Alert Notification
When the door is left open for more than 30 minutes:

• A tone will sound for several seconds every minute
•  will appear in the display
•  Close door to silence alert and reset

NOTE
The temperature displayed reflects the actual temperature inside the unit. If the temperature displayed is different than selected, the unit is progressing towards the selected temperature. Time to reach set point varies based upon ambient temperature, the temperature of product loaded, door openings, etc. Viking recommends allowing the unit to reach set points before loading.

CARE AND CLEANING AND ENERGY-SAVING TIPS

Front Grille
Be sure that nothing obstructs the required air flow open-ings in front of the cabinet. At least once or twice a year, brush or vacuum lint and dirt from the front grille area (see page 4).

CAUTION

SHOCK HAZARD: Disconnect electrical power from the appliance before cleaning with soap and water.

Cabinet
The painted cabinet can be washed with either a bar of mild soap or water and thoroughly rinsed with clear water. NEVER use abrasive scouring cleaners.

Interior
Wash the interior compartment with mild soap and water. Do NOT use an abrasive cleaner, solvent, polish cleaner or undiluted detergent.

Care of Appliance

•  Avoid leaning on the door, you may bend the door hinges or tip the appliance.
•  Exercise caution when sweeping, vacuuming, or mopping near the front of the appliance. Damage to the grille can occur.
•  Periodically clean the interior of the appliance as needed.
•  Periodically check and/or clean the front grille as needed.

• Do not install your appliance next to a hot appliance (cooker, dishwasher, etc.), heating air duct, or other heat sources.
•  Install product out of direct sunlight.
•  Ensure the front grille vents in front of the appliance be-neath door are not obstructed and kept clean to allow ventilation for the refrigeration system to expel heat.
•  Plug your appliance into a dedicated power circuit. (Not shared with other appliances).
•  When initially loading your new product, or whenever large quantities of warm contents are placed within a refrigerated storage compartment, minimize door openings for the next 12 hours to allow contents to pull down to compartment set temperature.
•  Maintaining a relatively full storage compartment will require less appliance run time than an empty compartment.
•  Ensure door closing is not obstructed by contents stored in your appliance.
•  Allow hot items to reach room temperature before placing them in the product.
•  Minimize door openings and duration of door openings.
•  Use the warmest temperature control set temperature that meets your personal preference and provides the proper storage for your stored contents.
•  When on vacation or away from home for extended periods, set the appliance to the warmest acceptable temperature for the stored contents.
•  Set the control to the “off” position if cleaning the appliance requires the door to be open for an extended period of time.
•  For wine storage products:
  When serving temperatures are not required, return the compartment(s) set the temperature to the ideal red and white wine long-term storage temperature of 13°C / 55°F.

SERVICE INFORMATION

If service is required, call your authorized service agency.

Have the following information readily available:

•  Model number
•  Serial number
•  Date purchased
•  Name of the dealer from whom purchased

Clearly describe the problem that you are having. If you are unable to obtain the name of an authorized service agency, or if you continue to have service problems, contact Viking Range, LLC at (888) 845-4641 or write to:
VIKING RANGE, LLC
PREFERRED SERVICE
111 Front Street
Greenwood, Mississippi 38930 USA
Record the information indicated below. You will need it if service is ever required. The serial number and model numbers for your refrigerator are located on the upper wall, behind the lighting:
Model No. ___________________________________
Serial No. _____________________________________
Date of Purchase ______________________________
Date Installed _________________________________
Dealer’s Name ________________________________
Address _____________________________________
__________________________________________
If service requires installation of parts, use only authorized parts to ensure protection under the warranty. Keep this manual for future reference.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Before You Call for Service
If the appliance appears to be malfunctioning, read through this manual fi rst. If the problem persists, check the troubleshooting guide below. Locate the problem in the guide and refer to the cause and its remedy before calling for service. The problem may be something very simple that can be solved without a service call. However, it may be required to contact your dealer or a qualifi ed service technician.

WARNING

Electrocution Hazard

•  Never attempt to repair or perform maintenance on the appliance until the main electrical power has been disconnected. Turning the appliance control “OFF” does not remove electrical power from the unit’s wiring.
•  Replace all parts and panels before operating.

CAUTION
In the unlikely event you lose cooling in your unit, do not unplug the product from the electric supply, but do call a qualifi ed service technician immediately. It is possible that the loss of cooling capacity is a result of excessive frost build-up on the evaporator cooling coil. In this case, removing power to the unit will result in the melting of this excessive quantity of ice, which could generate meltwater that exceeds the capacity of the defrost drain system and could result in water damage to your home. The end-user will be ultimately responsible for any water damage caused by prematurely turning the unit off without appropriately managing the excess water run-off.

HOUSEHOLD PRODUCT WARRANTY

UNDERCOUNTER REFRIGERATOR / BEVERAGE CENTER WARRANTY
TWO YEAR FULL WARRANTY
Undercounter refrigerators / Beverage Centers and all of their component parts, except as detailed below*†, are warranted to be free from defective materials or workmanship in normal residential use for a period of two (2) years from the date of original retail purchase. Viking Range, LLC, warrantor, agrees to repair or replace, at its option, any part which fails or is found to be defective during the warranty period.

FULL NINETY (90) DAY COSMETIC WARRANTY: The product is warranted to be free from cosmetic defects in materials or workmanship (such as scratches on stainless steel, paint/porcelain blemishes, etc.) for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase or closing date for new construction, whichever period is longer. Any defects must be reported to the selling dealer within ninety (90) days from the date of the original retail purchase. Viking Range, LLC uses high-quality processes and materials available to produce all color finishes. However, slight color variation may be noticed because of the inherent differences in painted parts and porcelain parts as well as differences in kitchen lighting, product locations, and other factors. Therefore, this warranty does not apply to color variation attributable to such factors.

FULL NINETY (90) DAY WARRANTY IN “RESIDENTIAL PLUS” APPLICATIONS: Viking products are designed and certified for residential use only. They are not intended for use in commercial applications. Viking products should only be used in accordance with national and local codes. Viking is not responsible for property damage or injury resulting from use in a commercial application. To support the manufacturing quality of its appliance Viking will provide a full 90-day warranty for products used in “Residential Plus “applications. This “Residential Plus” warranty applies to applications where the use of the product extends beyond residential use but is in compliance with national and local codes. In some jurisdictions these applications are zoned as residential. Examples of, but not limited to, such applications covered by this warranty are bed and breakfasts, fire stations, private clubs, churches, condominium/apartment common areas, etc. Under this “Residential Plus” warranty, the product, its components, and accessories are warranted to be free from defective material or workmanship for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase. Viking Range, LLC, warranter, agrees to repair or replace, at its option, any part which fails or is found to be defective during the warranty period. This warranty covers parts and labor. This warranty excludes the use of the product in all commercial locations such as restaurants, food service locations, and institutional foodservice locations.

Viking Range, LLC
111 Front Street
Greenwood, Mississippi 38930 USA
(662) 455-1200
For product information,
call 1-888-(845-4641)
or visit our website at vikingrange.com