EVAKOOL ELITE - UPRIGHT FRIDGE FREEZERS OPERATING MANUAL Nexberg Pty Ltd T/a Evakool 16 Enterprise Street CALOUNDRA QLD 4551 AUSTRALIA Tel: (07) 5492 7777 Fax: (07) 5492 7733 Table of Contents Introduction Internal Diagram Safety Information Installation Instructions Packing and Moving Operation Instructions Temperature Control Fridge Compartment Freezer Compartment Cleaning and Care Defrosting Technical Specifications Packing List Error Code Flow Chart Troubleshooting 2 2 2 3 3 3-4 5 5 5 5 6 6 7 7 7-8
EVAKOOL ELITE - UPRIGHT FRIDGE FREEZERS OPERATING MANUAL Introduction Thank you for purchasing an Evakool Elite Upright Fridge Freezer. These units utilize a 12/24V compressor, offering low power consumption and great cooling performance. Evakool offers a 2 year warranty, valid from the date of purchase. Internal Diagram EL208 Safety Information Please read and follow all safety instructions Avoid any moisture or liquids coming into contact with the electronics.
EVAKOOL ELITE - UPRIGHT FRIDGE FREEZERS OPERATING MANUAL Installation Instructions Select a flat and firm surface to install the fridge onto. To ensure proper ventilation allow approximately 100-150mm of space around the back. Leave a space to allow for the door to swing open. Ensure the fridge is not exposed to direct sunlight or a heat source. Try to avoid installing your unit in a location where there is high humidity.
EVAKOOL ELITE - UPRIGHT FRIDGE FREEZERS OPERATING MANUAL Cable Specification The DC cables must have a suitable cross-section for their length, according to this table: Cable Size (Area) 2 mm AWG 6 10 10 8 *Note: The length is from the battery to the refrigerator.
EVAKOOL ELITE - UPRIGHT FRIDGE FREEZERS OPERATING MANUAL LED Control Panel ON/OFF SWITCH FAULT INDICATOR ZONE SELECTOR LED DISPLAY TEMPERATURE CONTROLS MODEL: EL145 EL208 ON/OFF SWITCH FAULT INDICATOR TEMPERATURE CONTROLS FRIDGE LED DISPLAY MODEL: EL81 : Freezer: -18ºC to -5ºC; Fridge: -5ºC to 10ºC Temperature setting range on EL145/208 Plug in the DC power cable. Press button to turn on unit. The LED display on the control panel will turn on and the interior temperature is displayed.
EVAKOOL ELITE - UPRIGHT FRIDGE FREEZERS OPERATING MANUAL Storing Product in the Fridge Please ensure that food is only placed in the fridge for short term storage. Never place food with corrosive attributes into the fridge as this could cause damage if it leaks. For food that is high in water content please wrap in paper first to absorb any condensation before storing in the fridge.
EVAKOOL ELITE - UPRIGHT FRIDGE FREEZERS OPERATING MANUAL Defrosting your fridge Excessive frost coverage may affect the performance of the refrigerator and increase power consumption. If the frost is more than 1cm thick, it is time to defrost the fridge. Dry all excess water with a towel or soft cloth. Please try and defrost the fridge and freezer every 1-2 Months.
EVAKOOL ELITE - UPRIGHT FRIDGE FREEZERS OPERATING MANUAL Troubleshooting If the fridge is not cooling ○ Check the DC cable is connected to power? ○ Check if the power cord is damaged? ○ Check is the power source is on / charged (Battery)? ○ Check whether the voltage is in the correct range? If low refrigeration performance ○ Too much product has been placed inside the unit. ○ There is too much warm product inside the unit. ○ The door is unclipped / or open. ○ The door seal is broken.
EVAKOOL ELITE - UPRIGHT FRIDGE FREEZERS OPERATING MANUAL ○ Is anything touching your refrigerator? If the fridge does not cycle off ○ Is the ambient (outside) temperature very high? – Try to improve ventilation. ○ Is the door being opened too frequently? ○ Is the door tightly closed? ○ Is the temperature setting set to very cold ~ on 5+? Try to set to 3 or 4 as recommended.