Installing & Operating Manual › FRONT LOADING COMPRESSOR REFRIGERATORS / FREEZERS CR SERIES WAECO USA • Clinton, CT • www.waecousa.com Contents, specifications and availability are subject to change without notice. Tel. (860) 664-4911 • Fax. (860) 664-4912 • www.waecousa.com WAECO USA, Inc.
toc TABLE OF CONTENTS Plan for your Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ABYC Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Ventilation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thank you for purchasing a WAECO CR series refrigerator. With proper installation, maintenance, and care your new refrigerator should give you many years of trouble-free service. WAECO USA would like you to know that, should any questions or problems arise during installation or operation of your new WAECO refrigerator, our Technical Support staff is at your service at (860) 664-4911. Our regular business hours are 8:00AM-5:00PM Eastern Standard (USA) Time.
CAUTION!! Hazards associated with working with electricity include electrical shock and burns. Be extremely careful when working with electricity. Know all hazards involved and observe safe practices to avoid injury. Be careful when lifting refrigerators. Refrigerators can be heavy objects. Know how to handle objects of its size and weight and avoid twisting or unusual positions while supporting it. Use care when moving and handling the refrigerator. Use gloves to prevent injury from sharp edges.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The Danfoss compressor is powered by an internal 12V DC brushless motor. The DC brushless motor operates by a continuous “loop” of information passing between the electronic module and the compressor. Because this operation requires a “clean” and uninterrupted supply of direct current power, it is recommended that the refrigerator have a direct connection to the battery.
ABYC STANDARD - ABYC GUIDELINES E9 – DIRECT CURRENT ABYC STANDARD - ABYC GUIDELINES E9 – ALTERNATING CURRENT/AMPERAGE WAECO USA • Page 6
VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS IT IS ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL that a refrigerator have adequate ventilation. It is not possible to have too much ventilation—more is better. A refrigerator removes heat from the refrigerated space and gives it off from the coils (condenser) on the back of it. The heat MUST be removed from the rear of the refrigerator or it cannot operate correctly. Inadequate ventilation may lead to premature compressor failure or inability to cool.
INSTALLATION The refrigerator must sit upright for a minimum of 8 hours prior to installation. 1. PREPARE THE SITE The refrigerator should have solid, secure support. Measure the opening to determine that you have proper clearance for installation. Do not install in direct sunlight or near a gas stove, heater, or other heat-generating device. Avoid hot water lines or warm air ducts. Make sure that sufficient electrical power is connected per electrical requirements as outlined.
INSTALLATION 4. MAKE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS. Make sure that polarity (+ and -) is correct on DC circuits. 5. CAREFULLY INSERT UNIT INTO OPENING until frame is against it. 6. INSERT SCREWS THROUGH SCREW OPENINGS IN FRAME and screw into cabinet.
INSTALLATION 7. ALLOW REFRIGERATOR TO SIT FOR 1 HOUR BEFORE STARTING. WAECO cannot be held responsible for any deviation from this set of instructions. We trust that you will enjoy your new WAECO refrigerator for many years to come. 8. START REFRIGERATOR AND CHECK FOR PROPER OPERATION. If, on the rare chance that your WAECO refrigerator doesn’t work correctly, verify that the installation was not at fault by removing refrigerator and allowing it to rest in an open space for an hour.
CHANGING THE FACE PANEL Unlike most front-loading refrigerators, the CR Series face panel is interchangeable— while installed in your boat or RV. 1. Remove rubber gasket from the interior door. 4. Remove the existing face panel, by sliding it up and out of the door surround. {Photo right shows unit with the face panel completely removed.} 2. Unfasten the 4 screws with a Phillips screwdriver. 5. Slide in preferred face panel. 3. Remove the door handle by pulling up until the entire piece is removed.
OPERATION BEFORE STARTING YOUR NEW REFRIGERATOR: 1. Clean with a mild cleaner to assure cleanliness and proper hygiene. 2. Assure that it is only operated within the design parameters. The design temperature range is 14—110°F (-10—43°C) and not above 90% relative humidity. DOOR VENT: In the VENT position the door will be held open slightly to allow for air circulation to the inside of the refrigerator.
OPERATION SETTING THE THERMOSTAT: The thermostat regulates the temperature of the refrigerator. It is calibrated by numbers, “1” being the warmest setting and “7” being the coldest setting. Start with the thermostat at a setting midway between the warmest and coldest setting. After unit has reached a steadystate temperature, adjust as necessary to maintain desired temperature. Do not make large adjustments. Adjust by small increments and let cool before readjusting.
OPERATION DEFROSTING THE REFRIGERATOR: The CR series refrigerator is not frost-free. When operating over a period of time, the freezer will build-up with ice and requires periodic defrosting. Failure to defrost the refrigerator will result in an excessive build-up of ice and a reduced ability to absorb heat (cool). 1. DRIP PAN Shut off the power at the thermostat and open the door to allow warm ambient air to melt the ice.
The CR Refrigerator/Freezer is wired according to one of the following diagrams, depending on the compressor module number located on the face of the module.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION • LIMITED WARRANTY WAECO USA LIMITED WARRANTY WAECO USA, Inc. warrants its products to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for the periods specified below subject to the specified conditions and limitations. What WAECO Will Do: Repair or replace (choice of remedy at Company's discretion) goods or parts that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship after examination by a factory representative or authorized service dealer.
