UNIQUE ‐ Models UGP 6C/8C/10C Propane Refrigerators - Installation and Owners Manual WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. !SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! FOR YOUR SAFETY IF YOU SMELL GAS Open windows. Do not touch electrical switches.
NOTICE TO INSTALLER/CUSTOMER Please read carefully before hook-up! 1. The dwelling must have an adequate air supply and access to fresh air/oxygen in order to operate safely. Propane fridges/freezers, like any other gas appliance, must have access to fresh air/oxygen. This unvented appliance must not be used in an airtight application. 2. This refrigerator must be installed by a licensed gas fitter. 3. The propane gas supply pressure regulator must be set at 11” water column. 4.
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Table of Contents Chapters Welcome 1 Safety and Warnings 1 Appliance Installation 2 General Operating Instructions 3 How to use the Refrigerator 3 Maintenance & Service 4 Troubleshooting & Suggested Spares 5 Carbon Monoxide Instructions (CM Model) 6 Door Reversal and Removal Instructions 7 Temperature Controls, Food Storage and Cleaning 8 Parts & Warranty 9
M O D E L S U G P 6 C / 8 C / 1 0 C 1 Chapter Welcome & Congratulations C ongratulations on your purchase of a UNQIUE refrigerator!. We are very proud of our product and we are completely committed to providing you with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our #1 priority. Please read this Manual very carefully. It contains valuable information on how to properly maintain your new gas refrigerator.
Safety and Warnings If you smell gas Open Windows Don’t touch electrical switches Extinguish any open flame Immedialty call your gas supplier For you Safety Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this unit or any other appliance Warning Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual.
2 Chapter Installation For best performance at high ambient temperatures, there must be free air circulation over the cooling unit at the rear of the refrigerator. Ensure that there is a free air space above the refrigerator and that the flue (chimney) on top of the cabinet is not covered in any way. Do not place the refrigerator in a space where air circulation is restricted. Follow “clearance” instructions.
Clearances Minimum clearances to combustible materials are: Top – 6” Sides – 2” Rear – 1” as shown in Figures. 1, 2 & 3. Note: DO NOT install the appliance directly on carpeting. Carpeting must be removed or protected by a metal or wood panel beneath the appliance, which extends at least the full width and depth of the appliance. 6” 6” Air Flow - to release heat trap Fig#1 - This is ideal as both top and sides are open Fig#2 – During hot/humid weather this confined area will become very warm.
connections should be checked for leaks with a non-corrosive leak detector and/or soap and water for a bubble check.. WARNING – DO NOT USE FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS The gas supply system must incorporate a pressure regulator to maintain a supply pressure of not more than 12” water column and no less than 11” water column. (max setting) Make sure the refrigerator and any other high BTU appliances on your line are turned on when checking the gas pressure.
3 Chapter General Operating Instructions Importance of Leveling a Refrigerator The refrigerator must be adjusted to a vertical position in both directions. In an absorption refrigeration system, ammonia is liquefied in the finned condenser coil at the top rear of the refrigerator. The liquid ammonia then flows into the evaporator (inside the freezer section) and is exposed to circulating flow of hydrogen gas, which causes the ammonia to evaporate, creating a cold condition in the freezer.
2. Turn button G to Gas position, then push A button in and hold for the electronic igniter to light the burner, if no electronic ignition exists then repeatedly press A, continue to hold the D button until you see the needle on the flame sensor C has moved from the white into the green area. The burner should now be “on”, if not repeat the lighting instructions above. Once in green zone for 15-30 seconds, release D button.
2. Turn the selector switch G to AC position, AC power indicator F will illuminate 3. To start the refrigerator, turn the thermostat knob E to maximum setting. 4. Adjust the thermostat knob to desired temperature setting after 4 to 8 hours of operation. CONTROLS – See Fig 5.
The setting of the thermostat is critical and recommend it be adjusted to maintain a dry frost on the cooling fins (approx 38 Freinhight or 3 Celsius). Adjust the thermostat knob closer to “Max” (clockwise) when the outside temperature rises. NOTE: When first turning refrigerator on, move refrigerator controls to maximum, which is the recommended initial setting. After 24 hours, adjust the controls as needed.
FRIDGE SECTION Inside the refrigerator compartment, the defrost water runs from a collector channel to a drip tray/cup at the rear of the refrigerator where it normally evaporates. If heavy frost has built up on the cooling fins creating a lot of defrost water, Beware your water reservoir may overflow, we suggest you inspect reservoir before/after cycle.
3. Replace the cover and 4 Phillips screws 4. The light will come on when the fridge door is open, and will shut off when the fridge door is closed by a switch located at the upper right hand side of the inner portion of the fridge. You can check its operation by manually pressing and releasing the switch. Shut Down Procedure A. Turn gas valve knob to the “off” position B. If the refrigerator will not be in operation for a period of weeks, it should be emptied, defrosted, cleaned and the doors left open.
4 Chapter Maintenance & Service The user should be aware of service that must be done on a regular schedule to keep the refrigerator operating properly. Installation must be by a licensed gas fitter in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local national Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z233.1 and in Canada B149.2 Propane Storage and Handling Code (latest edition). REFRIGERATOR REMOVAL and PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Before working on the refrigerator, shut off the gas supply.
Check burner flame for proper appearance. The flame should be light blue with no yellow at the tip. See figure #6 Fig. #6 Fig. #7 Burner Mounting Screw Burner Jet/Orifice The LP gas pressure should be checked and the main regulator readjusted if pressure is incorrect. The correct operating pressure is 11” W.C. (water column). Inspect the flue baffle, it should be clean and free of soot. Any soot formation indicates improper functioning of the burner.
Warning - DO NOT use a pin or wire when cleaning the burner orifice as damage can occur to the precision opening. This can cause damage to the refrigerator or create a fire hazard. It will also create extremely dangerous levels of carbon monoxide. o The inlet & outlet gas fittings on the refrigerator need to be checked for leaks. Apply a non corrosive bubble solution to the fittings and observe for leaks. The safety valve will not allow gas pressure to any connections between it and the burner orifice.
5 Chapter TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS & SUGGESTED SPARE PARTS TO KEEP ON HAND REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT COOL, CHECK LIKELY CAUSES: 1. Burner orifice clogged. Clean. See section Maintenance & Service, CHAPTER 4, 2. Check to ensure refrigerator is level – (left to right and front to back). 3. Restriction on air flow across cooling unit. 4. Heavy frost build-up on evaporator fins. Defrost. 5. Flue baffle not inserted properly in flue tube. 6. Improperly set thermostat. See paragraph on thermostat.
Spare Parts The following is a list of commonly used parts which are available: Burner orifice Burner Electrode with wire Thermocouple Combination Safety valve & Thermostat Baffle Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for parts and repairs as needed. Quote Model & Serial # - See CSA rating/serial plate on inside left wall.
6 Chapter Carbon Monoxide Monitor Instructions for Model - UGP-6C/8C/10C Unique to Canada only OWNER’S MANUAL Model 9RV-SSO Carbon Monoxide Alarm for Appliance Safety Shutoff ATTENTION: PLEASE READ, FOLLOW AND SAVE! (See Additional Instruction Sheet for Safety Shutoff Connection) Dear New COSTAR 9RV-SSO Owner, Congratulations as you have taken steps to help insure the health and life safety of you and your family.
Replace by date is six (6) years from date of manufacture. 1.0 WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CO Carbon monoxide (CO) is an insidious poison. It is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas. It is a cumulative poison.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF THE ALARM SOUNDS 2.0 WARNING: Activation of this device indicates the presence of carbon monoxide (CO) which can KILL YOU. If alarm sounds: For Users in the United States, follow the protocol in steps 1 through 4 below: 1 2 3 4 Operate reset/silence button; Call your emergency services (____ - ______) [fire department or 911]; Immediately move to fresh air – outdoors or by an open door/window. Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted for.
2.1 IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS: The COSTAR 9RV-SSO has been designed and is warranted to operate for six years. Never disconnect the battery to silence an alarm. The alarm will automatically sense when the level of CO in the air falls below the danger level. You should stay outside the residence or unconditioned area and remain in fresh air until the alarm is silenced. When the alarm sounds, do not stand too close to the alarm.
– Know where to go call the emergency service provider and or a qualified service technician. 4.0 IMPORTANT: WHAT YOUR CO ALARM CAN AND CANNOT DO 4.1 This unit is designed to detect carbon monoxide (CO) and shutoff an appliance for safety only. 4.2 This CO alarm is designed for use within a single residential living unit. It is designed to detect carbon monoxide (CO) entering its sensing chamber. It does not sense combustible gas (such as natural gas, propane or (butane), heat, smoke or flames 4.
mounting location is 5 to 6 feet from floor 5.3 LOCATIONS TO AVOID: Nuisance alarms are caused by placing units where they will not operate properly. To avoid nuisance alarms, do not place units: – Within 5 feet (1.5m) of any cooking appliance or furnace. – Near an open window or door, because the fresh air entering the opening may delay CO from reaching the alarm. – In damp or very humid areas or next to bathrooms with showers. Install detectors at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from bathrooms.
5.4.2 Extended operation of un-vented fuel burning devices (range, oven, fireplace, etc.) 5.4.3 Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust gasses near the ground. 6.0 5.4.4 Car or generator idling in an open or closed area garage, or near a home. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: READ CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING ALARM CAUTION: THIS UNIT IS SEALED. THE COVER IS NOT REMOVABLE! 6.1 Select proper location (See section 5.0) 6.2 A mounting plate is provided on the back of the alarm.
Step B: Alarm Activation Step C: Removal and Installation Figure 2: Installation Instructions 6.3 To insure aesthetic alignment of the alarm with the hallway or wall, the UP ↑ arrow on the mounting plate must be vertical when wall mounting: (See Step A in Figure 2 ) 6.4 As described in Figure 2, attach the mounting plate on the wall. Use the screws and anchors provided to secure the mounting plate. 6.5 The battery is INSTALLED REVERSED FOR SHIPPING.
one label next to the alarm, and the other label near a source of fresh air where you plan to gather after the alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide. 7.0 ALARM SIGNALS 7.1. NORMAL OPERATION: RED L.E.D. flashes once every 30 seconds, indicating that the alarm is powered 7.2 ALARM CONDITION: Repeating signal pattern: RED LED turns "on" for 2 seconds with 4 short beeps and then 5 seconds of silence.
or any other chemical on your COSTAR 9RV-SSO alarm. 9.0 BATTERY REPLACEMENT: NOTE: IF TAMPER RESISTANT PIN HAS BEEN USED, REFER TO STEP 6.7 UNDER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS. (See Figure 3) 9.1 To replace the battery remove the alarm from the mounting plate by rotating the alarm in the direction of the "OFF" arrow on the cover (See Figure 2 Step D). Remove and reinstall the battery in the correct orientation as noted on the inside of the battery door.
APPLIANCE ONCE THE ALARM RESUMES NORMAL OPERATION, RE-LIGHT APPLIANCE FOLLOWING LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING: RESIDENTIAL USE: TEST ALARM OPERATION AT LEAST ONCE PER WEEK DURING USE OR IF APPLIANCE WAS TURNED OFF FOR A PERIOD OF TIME. 11.0 SERVICE AND WARRANTY If after reviewing this manual you feel that your CO Alarm is defective in any way, do not tamper with the unit. Call your retailer where you purchased, and they will handle the claim through UNQIUE..
7 Chapter Door Removal & Reversal Instructions NOTE: The direction in which your refrigerator doors open (door swing) can be reversed, from left to right or right to left, by moving the door hinges from one side to the other. Reversing the door swing, should be performed, by a qualified person. 1. Remove top hinge cover 2. Remove top hinge with Philips screwdriver and lift freezer door off of center hinge and set door aside. 3. Unscrew center hinge with Phillips screwdriver 4.
8 Chapter Temperature Controls NOTE: Due to the nature of a gas operated absorption fridge, temperatures in the fridge compartment will drop to freezing even on the lowest setting when the ambient surrounding the fridge drops to or below 60 F/ 15.0 C overnight and will freeze your food or drink products. An absorption fridge is always cooling when operating, as the ambient drops surrounding the appliance so does the temperate inside the fridge.
Looking Inside SHELF ADJUSTMENT Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs. Before adjusting the shelves, remove all food. Some shelves are removed by just pulling them toward you and sliding them into a different slot in the fridges cabinet, other shelves are fitted into holes in the sides of the cabinet and require a small clip to be remove from each side of the shelf in order for the shelf to be removed and placed into another accommodating hole.
FROZEN FOOD STORAGE The freezer compartment should be kept at 8.6°F (-13°C) at a 77°F (25°C ) room ambient A freezer operates most efficiently when it is slowly loaded to 2/3 full. PACKAGING FOODS FOR FREEZING To minimize dehydration and quality deterioration, use aluminum foil, freezer wrap, freezer bags or airtight containers. Force as much air out of the packages as possible and seal them tightly.
Damp objects stick to cold metal surfaces. Do not touch refrigerated surfaces with wet or damp hands. NOTES: Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments, which can scratch the appliance surface when removing adhesive labels. Any glue left from tape or labels can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent, or, touch the glue residue with the sticky side of tape you have already removed. Do not remove the certification/serial plate, lighting instructions or CO warning label.
9 Chapter Parts Diagram and Lists – UGP 6C/8C/10C
Model UGP 8C
CO-Monitor and Components – all units M2 M3 M1 UNIQUE ‐ UGP 6C Item # Part code Part name 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 N/A DL27501009 DL27501005 DL00009088 DL10001155 DL22001080 DL00003005 DL10001193 DL22001079 DL22001074 DLUGP6CFRED DLUGP6CFRID DL10001020 DL00001191 DL18301079 DL08501152 DL22502213 DL22501145 DL22502240 DL10001104 DL03001003 DL18301133 Cabinet Heat sink Drip tray Drainage hose Drip pan Hinge cover Screw Screw cap Top hinge Top hinge cover Freezer door F
UNIQUE ‐ UGP 6C Item # 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 44‐1 44‐2 44‐3 44‐4 45 45‐1 45‐2 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 Part code DL22501047 DL18301080 DL08501180 DL00003018 DL00003005 DL27501192 DL27501193 DL00013598 DL00010053 DL00003068 DL14502072 DL22501163 DL22501165 DL22501166 DL18503055 DL27501060 DL00006007 DL18501020 DL27501007 DL18502082 DL00004003 DL00009306 DL10001289 DL10001291 DL18301172 DL22501186 DL10001180 DL10001177 DL10001179 DL10001142 DL18301042 DL100
UNIQUE ‐ UGP 6C Item # 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 77‐1 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 Part code DL20001077 DL18301013 DL18301015 DL22502241 DL10001114 DL18301115 DL18301029 DL10001115 DL18301005 DL22001180 DL10001349 DL18301012 DL28801267 DL10001213 DL10001271 DL18301201 DL18301033 DL10001327 DL10001328 DL10001350 DL27501137 DL27501138 DL10001116 DL10001145 DL18301034 DL10001252 DL10001056 DL04001634 DL27501160 DL04001633 DL04001632 DL22001113 DL27501190 DL275011
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM COMPONENTS – NOT SHOWN ON DIAGRAMS DL18301371 Battery Ignitor DL22501187 CONNECTION WIRE DL18301372 PUSH BUTTON SWITCH DL10001418 ELECTRODE DL22501138 CONTROL PANEL
UNIQUE ‐ UGP 8C Item # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 34‐1 35 Part code N/A DL27501009 DL27501005 DL00009088 DL10001155 Dl22001080 DL00003005 DL10001193 DL22001079 DL22001074 DLUGP8CFRED DLUGP8CFRID DL10001020 DL00001191 DL18301079 DL08501152 DL22502213 DL22501145 DL22502240 DL10001104 DL03001003 DL18301133 DL22501047 DL18301080 DL08501180 DL00003018 DL00003005 DL27501192 DL27501193 DL00013598 DL00010053 DL00003068 DL14502072 DL22501163 DL225011
UNIQUE ‐ UGP 8C Item # 40 41 42 43 44 44‐1 44‐2 44‐3 44‐4 45 45‐1 45‐2 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 Part code DL22501136 DL27501007 DL22502227 DL00004003 DL00009306 DL22501185 DL10001291 DL18301172 DL22501186 DL10001180 DL10001177 DL10001179 DL10001142 DL18301042 DL10001186 DL10001136 DL10001113 DL18301122 DL18301123 DL10001267 DL00003075 DL10001096 DL18301374 DL20001077 DL18301013 DL18301015 DL22502241 DL10001114 DL18301115 DL18301029 DL10001115 DL183010
UNIQUE ‐ UGP 8C Item # 73 74 75 76 77 77‐1 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 M1 M2 M3 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Part code DL18301033 DL10001327 DL10001328 DL10001350 DL27501137 DL27501138 DL10001116 DL10001145 DL18301034 DL10001252 DL10001056 DL04001634 DL27501160 DL04001633 DL04001632 DL22001113 DL27501190 DL27501191 DL00013660 UGP‐9RV‐SSO QMP‐INTERRUPTER BLOCK QMP‐36”MOSFET Part name Knob Connection wire Connection wire Connection wire Front bottom Rear bottom Connector Spring Button Power cord Groundin
UNIQUE ‐ UGP 10C Item # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 34‐1 35 36 37 38 39 Part code N/A DL27501009 DL27501005 DL00009088 DL10001155 Dl22001080 DL00003005 DL10001193 DL22001079 DL22001074 DLUGP10CFRED DLUGP10CFRID DL10001020 DL00001191 DL18301079 DL08501152 DL22502213 DL22501145 DL22502240 DL10001104 DL03001003 DL18301133 DL22501047 DL18301080 DL08501180 DL00003018 DL00003005 DL27501192 DL27501193 DL00013598 DL00010053 DL00003068 DL14502072 DL27
UNIQUE ‐ UGP 10C Item # 40 41 42 43 44 44‐1 44‐2 44‐3 44‐4 45 45‐1 45‐2 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 Part code DL22501136 DL27501007 DL22502227 DL00004003 DL00009306 DL22501185 DL10001291 DL18301172 DL18301171 DL10001180 DL10001177 DL10001179 DL10001142 DL18301042 DL10001186 DL10001136 DL10001113 DL18301122 DL18301123 DL10001267 DL00003075 DL10001096 DL18301374 DL20001077 DL18301013 DL18301015 DL22502241 DL10001114 DL18301115 DL18301029 DL10001115 DL18301
UNIQUE ‐ UGP 10C Item # 73 74 75 76 77 77‐1 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 M1 M2 M3 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Part code DL18301033 DL10001327 DL10001328 DL10001350 DL27501137 DL27501138 DL10001116 DL10001145 DL18301034 DL10001252 DL10001056 DL04001634 DL27501160 DL04001633 DL04001632 DL22001113 DL27501190 DL27501191 DL00013660 UGP‐9RV‐SSO QMP‐INTERRUPTER BLOCK QMP‐36”MOSFET Part name Knob Connection wire Connection wire Connection wire Front bottom Rear bottom Connector Spring Button Power cord Groundi
Warranty UNIQUE UGP-6C/8C/10C PROPANE REFRIGERATOR - 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (1 year parts – 3 year cooling system) Unique Gas Products Ltd. warrants that this Unique-6C/8C/10C refrigerator is free from defects in material and workmanship under normal usage and service under the following terms: 1. This Warranty is made only to the first purchaser (”original purchaser”) who acquires this refrigerator for his/her own use and will be honored by Unique Gas Products Ltd. and by the Seller. 2.
LIMITED WARRANTY COSTAR Model 9RV-SSO UNIQUE GAS PRODUCTS LTD offers you this limited warranty on your new carbon monoxide alarm, including all of its component parts except the battery. This limited warranty extends solely to the original end-user purchaser of this product, provided your purchase was made from an authorized vendor. Transfer or resale of this product will automatically terminate warranty coverage. UNIQUE GAS PRODUCTS LTD.
