1. Ensure all door gaskets, hinges and closers are working correctly
2. Make sure the drain lines are clean and properly placed
3. Clean and remove all the dust off the evaporator and condensing coil twice a year
4. Make sure the unit has the proper level of refrigerant and the refrigerant line is fully insulated
5. Check all capillary and super hose line for proper placement and signs of wear
6. Check Electrical Cords & Connections
- Check to make sure the electrical cords are completely plugged into the electrical panel and no cords look exposed or loose.
Don’t forget the Ice Machine
Another key piece of equipment is the ice machine. Water filters should be changed regularly. Additionally, have employees check for mold often. It is recommended to clean the ice bin regularly. All ice must be removed for a thorough cleaning and sanitation of the storage bin. A solution can be flushed through the water lines to prevent slime from building up. Check with your favorite sanitation supplier for details.
Early Equipment Diagnostics from Small Box Energy
Small Box Energy’s chameleon platforms give users the ability to see a problem with their equipment long before the on-site staff may realize there is an issue. Because we monitor key data points such as temperature, fan and defrost cycles, users can easily detect when a piece of equipment is running in excess, never reaching set-point or having unusual temperature swings. Depending on the circumstances, alarms may notify a manager, otherwise, chameleon-cloud.com may issue a warning, similar to the one below.