Important Safety Instructions - Phocos FR170 Manual De Instrucciones

Fridge/Freezer FR170, FR240 (170 / 240 l)
Reliable solution for solar home systems (SHS), small shops, or drug stores
Please read the instructions carefully and thoroughly before using this product.
Dear Customer,
Congratulations for your purchase of a Phocos product! Your new fridge/freezer is a "state-of-
the-art" device which was developed in accordance with the latest available technical
standards. Please check for any transport damage caused to your appliance and if any, report
to the company dealer / distributor you may have purchased from within 24 hours of delivery.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or communication capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance. The fridge/freezer comes with a number of outstanding features, such as:
Very low energy requirement
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12 V or 24 V DC operating voltage featuring low voltage shut off
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Eco-friendly cooling agent (R-134a)
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Mechanical, very reliable temperature control
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Easy-to-clean aluminum lining
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Lockable lid
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Interior light (optional)
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Wheels (optional)
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Resistant to high temperature
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Adjustable interior temperature
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High-efficiency cooling
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The Phocos FR170, FR240 fridge/freezer can be powered from two different energy
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sources:
1. Steady 12 or 24 V battery or power supply
2. Solar power, by means of PV modules, charge controller and battery

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

KEEP/SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
This manual contains important instructions for your fridge/freezer that shall be followed
during installation, operation and maintenance.
Battery type: Lead acid (GEL, AGM, flooded)
Nominal voltage rating of the battery: 12 or 24 V
Battery fuse: Use a fast acting fuse with a minimum interruption rating capacity of 1000 A on
the battery side. We recommend that a fast acting melting fuse (e. g. car type fuses) is
placed as close as possible to the battery terminal. The maximum current rating should be 1.5
times the nominal current of the charge controller. For the fridge/freezer, we recommends
15A type fuse!
Please do not disassemble or attempt to repair Phocos products.
Please observe all instructions with regards to external fuses/breakers as indicated.
Installation and maintenance notes
When installing or working on the PV system, please disconnect the PV (solar) modules from
the solar charge controller first, to prevent any damages!
Please verify that all cable/wire connections are tightly fastened to the connectors/binding
posts in order to avoid any bad or loose connections that could result in excessive heating.
Please install and operate the fridge/freezer in a dry environment.
High voltage risks
Operation of this device may produce high voltages which can cause severe injuries or death
in case of improper installation or operation of currents.
PV modules can generate high DC voltages!
Make sure that cables are always connected to the correct terminals. An electric shock can be
lethal. In general, any electric shock can be dangerous to your health.
CE labeling
The product is CE compliant.
Connecting
Getting Started
Unpack the fridge/freezer and choose a well-ventilated spot for placing it. Allow sufficient
clearance from the walls to dissipate heat, preferably 20 cm (8 inches) at the back and the
side. Keep your fridge/freezer away from direct sunlight and other high temperature sources
like ovens and cooking ranges. Avoid damp, exposed locations. Avoid carpeted areas. The
cabinet must stand on an even base. If the base is uneven the cabinet can be set up using
adjustable feet. A stable installation minimizes noise and vibration.
1. When connecting to a steady 12 or 24 V energy source, please observe the following
diagram:
2. When connecting to a nominal 12 or 24 V battery system (solar), please observe the
following diagram:
Space for a compact battery/charge controller available in compressor compartment;
Mounting plate ready to receive a Phocos CIS charge controller.
Fridge/Freezer
Fridge/Freezer
Charge Controller
Battery
Caution
To avoid the risk of children becoming trapped and therefore suffocating, do not allow them
to play or hide inside the cabinet.
Getting Connected
Leave the door open for a few hours. Use a soft cloth and a mild solution of liquid
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detergent to clean the interior and exterior of the fridge/freezer.
See electric connection instructions.
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Set the temperature control knob
Remark:
Please adjust the temperature control setting to the exact temperature required by the
goods inside the fridge/freezer.
Please do not use a setting lower than required in the expectance that it will cool down
the goods faster than the required time to get to. This will not be the case. Please always
adjust and keep the thermostat to the setting required by the goods that you have stored
in the fridge/freezer.
Set the temperature control knob at the cooling level you want and load after running it
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for 3 hours. The temperature control is placed on the front face, lower right side.
When the fridge/freezer is switched on, you may hear clicking sound, gas flow sound, and
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compressor humming sound. These are normal sounds and not a cause for concern.
Caution
Do not keep hot (more than 50°C) or heavy (more than 15 kg) objects on top of the
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fridge/freezer.
Do not keep lit candles on top of the fridge/freezer as this may cause a fire.
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Are you shifting your place or going on vacation
Before shifting, get the fridge/freezer duly inspected and packed, this will keep it safe
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while shifting.
The fridge/freezer should always be transported in an upright position.
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Remove all food items from the fridge/freezer.
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When not in use or when you are going on vacation (for more than a week), disconnect
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the fridge/freezer from the battery and leave the door ajar to avoid stale odor.
Please take care of the following before cleaning the fridge/freezer
Before cleaning, always switch off the energy supply and disconnect the fridge/freezer
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from the battery.
Take out all items from the fridge/freezer.
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Use mild liquid detergent solution or a synthetic detergent to clean all the parts, the
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inside and the outside of the fridge/freezer.
Wipe dry with soft cloth. Leave the door open for a while.
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Connect back energy source and switch on. Allow the fridge/freezer to cool for 3 hours.
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To buff up, use liquid silicon or a good quality automotive or appliance wax polish.
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Error Description
In case of any difficulty, please refer to this trouble-shooting guide. You may well be able to
handle the problem by yourself and save time.
Problem Possible Cause
● Fuse blown
Fridge/ ● Supply voltage low (below 11 V/
Freezer 22 V)
does not work ● Electrical connection to battery
not OK
● Temperature control knob in OFF
position
Power is on ● Supply voltage low (below 11 V/
but no cooling 22 V)
● The door is not shut properly
● Temperature of room is very high
or direct sunlight is shedding on
Insufficient the product
cooling ● Incorrect setting of temperature
control
● Supply voltage low (below 11 or
22 V)
● The fridge/freezer is too close to
the wall
Smell in the ● Items with excessive urgency
fridge/freezer stored in the fridge/freezer smell
Condensed
water ● Fridge/freezer not on level
accumulating ground
inside ● Drain pipe is clogged
the fridge/
freezer
Fridge/
freezer ● Cabinet is not leveled properly
unstable or
vibrating
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Remedial Measures
● Replace fuse after checking
● Recharge battery, increase solar
PV-panel-size
● Repair electrical connection
● Rotate the knob to desired cooling
position
● Recharge battery, increase PV-
panel-size
● Check and close the door properly
● Install the fridge/freezer in
cooler place
● Maintain at least 8 inches gap
between the fridge/freezer and the
wall
● Wrap such items in polyethilen
keep in closed containers
● Re-level the cabinets as explained
in earlier section
● Clean the drain pipe
● Re-level the cabinet by adjusting
position of legs as applicable