VM_VEC224_OM 10/1/04 12:11 PM Page 1 VEC224 MINI FRIDGE COOLER AND WARMER INCLUDES • 110-VOLT AC ADAPTER • 12-VOLT FUSE-PROTECTED DC PLUG FOR USE WITH VEHICLE • EXTRA LONG 7-FOOT DC POWER CORD VEC224S VEC224M OWNER’S MANUAL & WARRANTY INFORMATION THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT. BEFORE USING, READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS, WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS.
VM_VEC224_OM 10/1/04 12:11 PM Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION • Unit operates from AC/DC power converter - make sure AC is 110/120 volts, and 60 Hz • This cooler/warmer is not a toy, keep it away from children • DO NOT allow the cooler or AC/DC converter to become wet. Operate only in dry, well ventilated area • This unit does not automatically turn on and off • The interior of this unit gets quite hot in warming mode.
VM_VEC224_OM 10/1/04 12:11 PM Page 3 Completely portable: Take the Mini Fridge™ Cooler and Warmer with you, wherever you go, to keep cold or hot food and drinks at just the right temperature.
VM_VEC224_OM 10/1/04 12:11 PM Page 4 • Rests on vehicle seat or floor for easy access • Extra-long, 7-foot, 12 volt DC power cord with 12 volt DC plug; equipped with built-in 10-amp fuse to protect the unit and power source • Durable, weather resistant construction and easy-open and close lid • Environment-friendly CFC-free polyfoam liner • Cold/heat transfer to foods via temperature-efficient liner • Built-in heat dissipation fan with long-life, brushless motor • HOT/OFF/COOL sliding power switch • Aut
VM_VEC224_OM 10/1/04 12:11 PM Page 5 1 HOT LED COLD LED 2 12 VOLT SOCKET HOT, OFF, COLD SWITCH 7 3 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. E-Z STORE CARRY HANDLE DURABLE AND WEATHER-RESISTANT HOUSING EASY CLEAN ALUMINUM LINER (INSIDE) EASY CLOSE LATCH EXTRA LONG POWER 7' POWER CORD 12 VOLT FUSE PROTECTED DC PLUG FOR USE WITH VEHICLE, OR PORTABLE POWER SOURCES 7. COOL/WARM LED INDICATORS 8. AC/DC CONVERTER 4 8 6 5 USING THE UNIT AS A COOLER 1. Make sure that the unit’s HOT/OFF/COOL switch is in the OFF position.
VM_VEC224_OM 10/1/04 12:11 PM Page 6 CAUTIONS: • The unit takes about 2 hours to reach its maximum cool temperature (approx. 40°F below ambient temperature). It is recommended that items to be placed in the unit be pre-chilled. This will assist the unit in reaching the lowest temperature as quickly as possible • The unit will continue to operate as long as the vehicle's battery provides power • If the vehicle engine is turned off, the unit will continue to draw power (a nominal 3.
VM_VEC224_OM 10/1/04 12:11 PM Page 7 CAUTIONS: • The unit is intended to maintain the temperature of pre-heated food and beverages; it is not designed to warm cold items • The unit takes about 2 hours to reach its maximum warm temperature (approx. 120ºF). It is recommended that items to be stored in the warmer be pre-heated.
VM_VEC224_OM 10/1/04 12:11 PM Page 8 OBSERVE ALL CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS. CARE AND MAINTENANCE The Mini Fridge™ Cooler and Warmer is ruggedly constructed to provide years of dependable service. - After each use, clean the unit, inside and out, with a soft cloth and mild soap solution. - Do not scrape, scratch or puncture the surface of the unit with sharp objects or abrasives. - Dry the unit properly and store in a cool, dry place.
VM_VEC224_OM 10/1/04 12:11 PM Page 9 FUSE REPLACEMENT The power cord is fuse-protected against short-circuiting, by a 10-amp fuse located in the tip of the cigarette lighter plug. If the DC socket is powered, but the unit does not operate, then the cooler/warmer fuse may be open. To inspect or replace the DC Power Cord Fuse 1. Unscrew the end-cap of the DC plug counterclockwise. 2. Remove fuse, inspect it for an open element, and replace with a new 10 amp fuse, if needed. 3.
VM_VEC224_OM 10/1/04 12:11 PM Page 10 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM This limited warranty program is the only one that applies to this product, and it sets forth all the responsibilities of Vector Manufacturing, Ltd., regarding this product. There is no other warranty, other than those described herein. This Vector Manufacturing, Ltd.
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