BLG-12_BLG/TLG 27, 48, 52, 74, 80

Installation & Operations Manual

Master-Bilt Products
908 Highway 15 North
New Albany, MS 38652
Phone: (800) 684-8988

PN_303-91000
REV_01-13-11
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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION4444444444444.44444444444444444444.4444444.444
STORE CONDITIONS44444444444.444444.4..444444444444444444...44.. 4
WARNING LABELS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS444..4..44444444444444444444...4 5
PRE-INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS444444444..4..4444444444444.44444..444 6
Inspection for Shipping Damage...... 6
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS44444444444444444444444444444444...44.. 6
General Instructions... 6
MECHANICAL44 ..444444444444444444444444444444444444444..4..6
ELECTRICAL4.4444...44444444444444444444444444444444444..44..7
Leg and Condensate Pan Installation44444444444444444444444444444..444. 7
DOORS44.. ..4444....444444444444444444444444444444444444..4.. 8
ELECTRONIC REFRIGERATION CONTROL44444444.4444444444444444444..4.4 9
Programming...10
List of Parameters......10
Electrical connections ...10
Probes connections.10
CABINET COMPONENT AMP DRAW4444444444444444444444444444444..4411
CHECK LIST4444444444444444444444444444444444...444444444...11
SERVICE INSTRUCTION44444444444444444444444444444444444444412
TEMPERATURE SENSOR, DEFROST HEATER AND FAN MOTOR REPLACEMENT444444...44444 13
MASTER-BILT PART LIST444 4444444444444444444444444444..4444..4. 14
ACCESSORIES 4444444444444444444444444444444444444..4444.15
SALE AND DISPOSAL 4444444444444444444444444444444..4444444..15
WIRING DIAGRAMS BLG/TLG4444444444444444.44444444...444444..4. 4...16-21

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Master-Bilt cabinet. This manual contains important instructions for installing, using, and
servicing a Master-Bilt BLG/TLG case. A parts list is included with this manual. Read all these documents carefully
before installing or servicing your equipment.

STORE CONDITIONS
The Master-Bilt BLG/TLG cases are designed to operate in the controlled environment of an air-conditioned store.
The store temperature should be at or below 75°F and a relative humidity of 55% or less. At higher temperature or
humidity conditions, the performance of these cases may be affected and the capacity diminished.

The Master-Bilt BLG/TLG should not be positioned where it is directly exposed to rays of sun or near a direct source
of radiant heat or airflow. This will adversely affect the case and will result in poor performance.

If this case is to be located against a wall, there should be at least 6” space between the wall and the back of the
case. This space will allow for the circulation of air behind the case, which will prevent condensation on the exterior
surfaces.

NOTICE
Read this manual before installing your cabinet. Keep the manual and refer to it before
doing any service on the equipment. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or damage to the
cabinet.

DANGER
Improper or faulty hook-up of electrical components on the refrigeration units can result in severe injury or
death.

All electrical wiring hook-ups must be done in accordance with all applicable local, regional or national
standards.

NOTICE
Installation and service of the refrigeration and electrical components of the cabinet must be performed by a
refrigeration mechanic and/or a licensed electrician.

The portions of this manual covering refrigeration and electrical components contain technical instructions intended
only for persons qualified to perform refrigeration and electrical work.
This manual cannot cover every installation, use or service situation. If you need additional information, call or write
us:

Customer Service Department

Master-Bilt Products
Highway 15 North
New Albany, MS 38652
Phone (800) 684-8988
Fax (800) 684-8988

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WARNING LABELS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This symbol is the safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your cabinet or in this
manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury or damage to your equipment.

Be sure you understand all safety messages and always follow recommended precautions and safe operating
practices.

NOTICE TO EMPLOYERS

You must make sure that everyone who installs, uses or services your cabinet is thoroughly familiar with all
safety information and procedures.

Important safety information is presented in this section and throughout the manual. The following signal words are
used in the warnings and safety messages:

DANGER: Severe injury or death will occur if you ignore the message.

WARNING: Severe injury or death can occur if you ignore the message.

CAUTION: Minor injury or damage to your cabinet can occur if you ignore the message.

NOTICE: This is important installation, operation or service information. If you ignore the
message, you may damage your cabinet.

The warning and safety labels shown throughout this manual are placed on your Master-Bilt Products
cabinet at the factory. Follow all warning label instructions. If any warning or safety labels become lost or
damaged, call your customer service department at (800) 684-8988 for replacements.

CAUTION!
GROUND REQUIRED
FOR SAFE OPERATION

This label is located on top of the electrical control This label is attached to the cabinet power cord
label and on the wiring channel. on models with a power cord.

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PRE-INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSPECTION FOR SHIPPING DAMAGE

You are responsible for filing all freight claims with the delivering truck line. Inspect all cartons and crates for damage
as soon as they arrive. If damage is noted to shipping crates or cartons or if a shortage is found, note this on the bill
of lading (all copies) prior to signing.

If damage is discovered when the cabinet is uncrated, immediately call the delivering truck line and follow up the call
with a written report indicating concealed damage to your shipment. Ask for an immediate inspection of your
concealed damage item. Crating material must be retained to show the inspector from the truck line.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

1. Be sure the equipment is properly installed by competent service people.

2. Keep the equipment clean and sanitary so it will meet your local sanitation codes. Clean the cabinet with a mild
detergent and water, then rinse.

3. Rotate your stock so that older stock does not accumulate. This is especially important for ice
cream. A "First-In, First-Out" rotation practice will keep the products in good salable condition.

4. Do not place product in the case when it is soft or partially thawed. Also, product should not be put in the case for
at least 6 hours after it is started.

5. Stock cases as quickly as possible, exposing only small quantities to store temperatures for short periods of time.

6. When replacing burned out fluorescent tubes, be sure that the electrical power to the lighting circuit is turned off.

NOTICE TO STORE OWNERS / MANAGERS

Moisture or liquid around or under the cabinet is a potential slip/fall hazard for persons walking by or
working in the general area of the cabinet. Any cabinet malfunction or housekeeping problem that creates a
slip/fall hazard around or under the cabinet should be corrected immediately.

If moisture or liquid is observed around or under a Master-Bilt cabinet, an immediate investigation should be made by
qualified personnel to determine the source of the moisture or liquid. The investigation should determine if the
cabinet is malfunctioning or if there is a drainpipe leaking.

MECHANICAL

Remove front grille and check refrigeration lines to see that they are free (not touching each other or compressor).
Spin condenser fan blade to see that it is free.

Remove cabinet from crate base and slide into location. Cabinet must be level from side to side and front to back for
correct draining of coil pan and for self-closing doors to operate correctly. Allow minimum of 6” between back of
cabinet and wall and between top of cabinet and ceiling for proper condensing unit air circulation.

To comply with Sanitation requirements the cabinet must be mounted on legs (6” high min.) or casters or the base
must be sealed to the floor (BLG) with an N.S.F. listed silicone sealant.

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ELECTRICAL

WARNING

Before servicing electrical components in the case or the doors or door frames make sure all power to case
is off. Always use a qualified technician.

Check voltage and amps drawn on (Page 17-20) to determine proper line and fuse or circuit breaker size. Check
power supply for low voltage. If voltage reads “230” with no load, and it drops below “207” when the compressor tries
to start, it is an indication of too small supply wiring or too long to run.

It is recommended that a separate circuit be run for each cabinet to prevent another appliance blowing the fuse or
breaker, causing loss of product.

IMPORTANT

Models (2 and 3 door low temp) are pre-wired internally with a 208-230V NEMA L14-20P plug
and should only be plugged into a NEMA L14-20P recepticle. See wiring diagrams on
page 19-21. The cabinet should be grounded.

LEG AND CONDENSATE PAN INSTALLATION FOR TOP MOUNT CABINETS ONLY

1. Screw legs into existing crate mounting holes.

2. Before moving cabinet into place, remove the
condensate pan from the top unit compartment.
3. Using the two screws supplied with the pan, attach the
pan to the back of the cabinet at the two holes near
the bottom of the plastic drain line. Be sure pan is
NOT located directly under cabinet. When the pan is
attached, feeds drain line into the open hole in screen
and clamp the heater conduit to the back of the
cabinet. Due to this condensate pan, this case must
be a minimum of 6” from the wall.
4. If cabinet must be located next to wall, the pan can be
located under the cabinet. When this is done, steam
will accumulate on the bottom of the cabinet if there is
not adequate ventilation, and rusting of the bottom of
the cabinet
will occur.

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DOORS

The BLG/TLG cabinets have Anthony glass doors

that are equipped with a patented TorqueMaster Leveling Adjustment
hinge system. The doors are easily adjusted using
a flathead screwdriver (Fig.3).
* The tension needs to be checked and set when
first install.

Torque Adjustment

Figure 3

To remove the door shipping clamps,

remove the 4 shipping screws from the grill and
remove the screws from the clamps (Fig.4), and
replace grill.

Figure 4

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MASTER-BILT ELECTRONIC REFRIGERATION CONTROL

Display Lay-out

Compressor When power is first turned on the controller will go through the start-up. After the start-up delay the
compressor comes on. The LED indicator stays on while compressor relay is energized. Display will show actual box
temperature. Picture above is the display layout. The compressor will be cycled off when the actual box temperature
reaches its set point. The COMP indicator will be off..
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Fan The fans will run constantly except when a defrost is initiated, or when the evaporator temp is above the 30 F.
When in defrost mode the fan is off until the end of the defrost and the 2 minute drip time has passed. There is 2
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minutes delay after a defrost before the fan comes on. If the Evaporator temperature is 35 F or below the controller
will override the fan delay. FAN LED indicator is on while FAN relay is energized.

Defrost The control uses time defrost with 4 defrost per day. The defrost scheme can be re-set the for special
applications. During defrost the display will show dEF and the defrost LED indicator on. The control begins timing the
defrost when power is turned on. Four defrost per day means it will occur every 6 hours. To have defrost occur at
8am, 2pm, 8pm, and 2am then power up at one of these four times.

MANUAL DEFROST
Defrosting my also be induced manually by keeping the defrost button for 3 seconds. Once defrost has started, the
defrost will go through a defrost and drip time pull down cycle.

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HOW TO CHANGE THE SETPOINT

HOW TO CHANGE a parameter value

LIST OF PARAMETERS
Here is a list of the parameters the value of which can be changed in the programming mode, as well as their ranges.
Display Master-Bilt’s
Parameter
Symbol Range Setting
SP Temperature Set Point SPLSPH -10°F or -15°F
HYS Temperature Differential 1 to 255°F 10°
SPL Minimum Temperature limit setpoint -50SPH -20°F
SPH Maximum Temperature limit setpoint SPH120° 15°F
AHA High Temperature alarm -50120° 30°F
ALA Low Temperature Alarm 50120° -40F
ATD Temperature Alarm Delay 0120min 30min
DFR Number of Defrost Cycle per 24hr 024 4/day
DLI Defrost Termination Temperature -50120° 55°F
DTO Maximum Defrost Duration 1120min 30min

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
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The controller is provided with screw terminal block to connect cables with a cross section up to 2,5 mm . Before
connecting cables make sure the power supply complies with the control’s requirements. Separate the probe cables
from the power supply cables, from the outputs and the power connections. Do not exceed the maximum current
allowed on each relay, in case of heavier loads use a suitable external relay or contactor’s.

PROBE CONNECTIONS
The probes shall be mounted with the bulb upwards to prevent damages due to casual liquid infiltration. It is
recommended to place the thermostat probe away from air streams to correctly measure the average room
temperature. Place the defrost termination probe among the evaporator fins in the coldest place, where most ice is
formed, far from heaters or from the warmest place during defrost, to prevent premature defrost termination.

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BLG/TLG CABINET COMPONENT AMP DRAW

VOLTAGE AMPS AT AMPS AT

ITEM PART NO. RATING CABINET 208 VOLTS 230 VOLTS NOTES
Coil Defrost Heater 17-09408 230 V BLG/TLG-48, 52 3.9 4.3 Check Red or Black Leg
Coil Defrost Heater 17-01311 230 V BLG/TLG-74, 80 6.3 7 Check Red or Black Leg
Condensate Heater 230 V BLG-48, 52, 74, 80 1.2 1.3 Check Red or Black Leg
Condensate Heater 201I130 230 V TLG-48, 52, 74, 80 1.2 1.3 Check Red or Black Leg
Door Frame Heater 17-09419 115 V BLG/TLG-48, 52, 74, 80 .33 ea .37 ea Check Black Leg
Door 31-02602 120V BLG/TLG-48, 74 .55 ea .60 ea Check Black Leg
Door 31-02603 120V BLG/TLG-48 .55 ea .60 ea Check Black Leg
Door 31-02604 120V BLG/TLG-52, 80 .76 ea .84 ea Check Black Leg
Door 31-02605 120V BLG/TLG-52 .76 ea .84 ea Check Black Leg
Drain Heater 17-00404 115 V BLG/TLG-48, 52, 74, 80 0.05 0.06 Check Black Leg

VOLTAGE AMPS AT AMPS AT

ITEM PART NO. RATING CABINET 104 VOLTS 115 VOLTS NOTES
Coil Defrost Heater 17-09407 120 V BLG/TLG-27 4.3 4.8 Check Black Leg
Condensate Heater A321-130 115 V BLG-27 2.3 2.6 Check Black Leg
Condensate Heater 323I130 115 V TLG-27 2.3 2.6 Check Black Leg
Door Frame Heater 17-09419 115 V BLG/TLG-27 0.33 0.37 Check Black Leg
Door 31-02600 120V BLG/TLG-27 .81 ea .90 ea Check Black Leg
Drain Heater 17-00404 115 V BLG/TLG-27 0.05 0.06 Check Black Leg

FINAL CHECK LIST

A. Check operating pressures. F. Check condensing unit for vibrating or
rubbing tubing. Dampen and clamp as
B. Check electrical requirements of unit to required.
supply voltage.
G. All valves should be completely opened
C. Set temperature control for desired counter-clockwise.
temperature range.
H. Check packing nuts on all service valves.
D. Check sight glass for proper refrigerant
charge, if provided. I. Replace all service valve caps and latch unit
covers.
E. Check system for proper defrost settings and
operation. J. Check and set the door tension at the Torque
Adjustment.

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SERVICE INSTRUCTION
1. High head pressure and high back pressure:
A. Condenser coil clogged or restricted
B. Condenser fan motor defective.
C. Air discharge in rear of cabinet restricted.

2. Low back pressure and low head pressure:

A. Restriction in system.
B. Refrigerant undercharged.
C. Leak in system

3. Pressure normal – cabinet warm:

A. Coil blocked with frost (see #4).
B. Refrigerant undercharged.
C. Control set too warm.

4. Cabinet not cycling – coil blocked with frost:

A. Defective temperature controller.
B. Refrigerant overcharged.
C. Location too hot.
D. Condenser clogged.
E. Condenser fan motor defective.
F. Defrost heater not operating.

5. Copressor starts and runs – but cycles on overload:

A. Low voltage
B. Relay defective.
C. Overload defective.
D. High head pressure (see #1).

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Temperature sensor, defrost heater and fan motor replacement

Before making any change, technician should:

1. Disconnect power to the cabinet

2. Remove screws from venturi and pull down

To change a temperature sensor (cabinet zone sensor or defrost termination sensor), simply disconnect the sensor
wires from the controller and replace the new sensor in the original position. Use plastic tie to tighten the zone
sensor. Insert the sensor for defrost termination firmly into the evaporator coil, in between the fins. Make sure the
sensor wires do not touch or are not close to any heater rods.

To change defrost heater – remove screws from drain pan and pull down – remove screws from coil mounting
straps – spring straps open – remove heater shield – pull heater out of slots in coil fins.

To change fan motor – disconnect fan motor leads – remove screws from fan guards and motor mounts.

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MASTER-BILT PART LIST
The table below gives Master-Bilt part numbers. Use this chart when ordering replacement parts for your
BLG/TLG cabinets. Always Advise Cabinet Serial Number When Ordering Parts

BLG/TLG BLG/TLG BLG/TLG BLG/TLG BLG/TLG

Description BLG12HD 27HD 48HD 52HD 74HD 80HD
Ballast 23-01717 23-01717 23-01717 23-01717 23-01717 23-01717
Bulb - 23-01716 23-01716 23-01716 23-01716 23-01716
Bulb Holder Bottom 23-01698 23-01698 23-01698 23-01698 23-01698 23-01698
Bulb Holder Top 23-01699 23-01699 23-01699 23-01699 23-01699 23-01699
Bulb Shield Inner 23-01464 23-01464 23-01464 23-01464 23-01464 23-01464
Bulb Shield Outer 25-01311 25-01311 25-01311 25-01311 25-01311 25-01311
Coil Defrost Heater 17-09407 17-09407 17-09408 17-09408 17-01311 17-01311
Compressor 03-14799 03-14799 03-14968 03-14968 03-14973 03-14973
Compressor Contactor 19-13936 19-13936 19-13934 19-13934 19-13934 19-13934
Compressor Relay - - 03-14980 03-14980 03-14977 03-14977
Compressor Run Capacitor - - 03-14978 03-14978 03-14975 03-14975
Compressor Start Capacitor - - 03-14979 03-14979 03-14976 03-14976
Compressor Switch 19-13118 19-13118 19-13118 19-13118 19-13118 19-13118
Condensate Heater “TLG” 17-00399 17-00399 17-09412 17-09412 17-09412 17-09412
Condensate Heater
323I130 323I130 323I130 323I130 323I130 323I130
Electric, TLG
Condensate Heater, BLG
A321-130 A321-130 17-00421 17-00421 17-00421 17-00421
Electric (Optional)
Condenser Coil 07-13391 07-13391 07-13090 07-13090 07-13090 07-13090
Condenser Fan Blade 15-13093 15-13093 15-13093 15-13093 15-13093 15-13093
Condenser Fan Motor 13-00311 13-00311 13-01283 13-01283 13-01283 13-01283
Door Frame Heater 17-09419 17-09419 17-09419 17-09419 17-09419 17-09419
Door-L.H. (Black) - 31-03600 31-03602 31-03604 31-03602 31-03604
Door-R.H. - - 31-03603 31-03605 - -
BLG Curve Door - - 31-03174 31-03176 31-03178 -
BLG Curve Door Frame - - 31-03182 31-03184 31-03186 -
Drain Heater 17-00404 17-00404 17-00404 17-00404 17-00404 17-00404
Drier 09-09171 09-09171 09-09711 09-09711 09-09711 09-09711
Evaporator Coil 07-13288 07-13288 07-13289 07-13289 07-13290 07-13290
Evaporator Fan Blade 15-13106 15-13106 15-13106 15-13106 15-13106 15-13106
Evaporator Fan Guard 25-01324 25-01324 25-01324 25-01324 25-01324 25-01324
Evaporator Fan Motor 13-13181 13-13181 13-13182 13-13182 13-13182 13-13182
Expansion Valve 09-09825 09-09825 09-09758 09-09758 09-09759 09-09759
Female Door Plug 21-00568 21-00568 21-00568 21-00568 21-00568 21-00568
Female Plug 21-00577 21-00577 21-00577 21-00577 21-00577 21-00577
Front Control 19-13897 19-13897 19-13897 19-13897 19-13897 19-13897
Heater Safety Control 19-01164 19-01164 19-01164 19-01164 19-01164 19-01164
Leg (TLG only) 27-00558 27-00558 27-00558 27-00558 27-00558 27-00558
Leg Leveler 27-00592 27-00592 27-00592 27-00592 27-00592 27-00592
Light Switch 23-50793 23-50793 23-50793 23-50793 23-50793 23-50793
Electronic control 19-14243 19-14243 19-14243 19-14243 19-14243 19-14243
Cabinet Temperature sensor 19-14244 19-14244 19-14244 19-14244 19-14244 19-14244
Defrost Termination Sensor 19-14245 19-14245 19-14245 19-14245 19-14245 19-14245
Terminal Block - - 19-01091 19-01091 19-01091 19-01091

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Accessories (Includes HD Models)
BLG/TLG BLG/TLG BLG/TLG BLG/TLG BLG/TLG BLG/TLG
Description 12HD 27HD 48HD 52HD 74HD 80HD
Baskets (Cantilever)
20” X 22” X 5” 33-01458 33-01458
Baskets(Conventional)
33-01419 33-01419
22”X 22-3/4”X 5”
Baskets(Conventional)
33-01376 33-01376
24-3/4”X22”X5”
Casters (4) 3” Diameter A20011140 A20011140 A200-11140 A200-11140
Casters (6) 3” Diameter A212-11140 A212-11140
Legs 6” A20011170 A20011170 A200-11170 A200-11170 A212-11170 A212-11170
Shelves (Cantilever) 33-01586 33-01473 33-01474 33-01475 33-01474 33-01475
Shelve, Bottom 33-01402 33-01453 33-01448 33-01453 33-01448
Shelving Clips (4) 33-01011 33-01011 33-01011 33-01011 33-01011 33-01011

SALE AND DISPOSAL

OWNER RESPONSIBILITY

If you sell or give away your Master-Bilt cabinet you must make sure that all safety labels and the Installation -
Service Manual are included with it. If you need replacement labels or manuals, Master-Bilt will provide them free.
Contact the customer service department at Master-Bilt at (800) 684-8988.

The customer service department at Master-Bilt should be contacted at the time of sale or disposal of your cabinet
so records may be kept of its new location.

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