Starting the Appliance
After the appliance has been properly connected to the 12 or 24 VDC power source, the compressor will automat-
ically turn on and the cabinet will begin cooling. Allow the cabinet to cool for at least 4 hours prior to adding food-
stuff.
Temperature Control
The temperature within the appliance is controlled by the
thermostat situated on the lower front of the cabinet. When
you first start the appliance we suggest that you turn the
thermostat to a medium setting by using a coin that fits the
groove. The correct internal temperature setting can be
found by measuring the temperature of the central or
middle portion in the appliance.
The fast freeze button has on function.
1 = Warmest setting.
7 = Coldest setting
For refrigerator operation, the normal internal operating temperature should be from 36 to 41F (2 to 5C).
For freezer operation, the normal internal operating temperature should be from 0 to 10F (-18 to -12 C).
Normal Operating Temperature Ranges
Internal Temp. (F)Internal Temp. (C)
Refrigerator 36 to 41F2 to 5C
Freezer0 to 10F-18 to -12C
Adjustments
As the ambient temperature changes from summer to winter, it may be necessary to adjust the thermostat to
achieve the proper internal temperature setting. If the room/ambient temperature approaches the appliances inter-
nal operating temperature, the appliance will not function as it should. The appliance will tend to run colder dur-
ing these conditions and it may be necessary to turn the thermostat to a warmer setting (towards the 1). If the
room/ambient temperature exceeds 100F (38C), the appliance will not function as it should. The appliance will
tend to run warmer and it may be necessary to turn the thermostat to a colder setting (towards the 7 setting).
Opening and Closing the Lid
The lid is fitted with a uniform sealing strip to prevent warm air and moisture from entering the appliance com-
partment. Be sure that the lid and the lid seal is free from obstructions and forms a complete seal around the rim
of the cabinet. Overfilling and/or unlevel installation of the appliance will prevent a good seal.
NEVER USE EXCESSIVE FORCE ON THE HANDLE TO OPEN THE LID!
When the lid is opened, the air inside the appliance becomes slightly warmer and expands.
When the lid is closed again, the air is cooled quickly and contracts. This may lead to the cre-
ation of a vacuum which makes it more difficult to open the lid again immediately. This is
quite normal. Wait for a few moments until the vacuum has equalized and then open gently.
Also, ensure that the cabinet is not locked.
Loading
Do not over fill the appliance more than � in. (1.25 cm) below the edge of the casing.
A battery-powered refrigeration appliance has a cooling capacity lower than typical AC units. Because the compres-
sor is small, the unit runs more efficiently, but lacks the ability to cool large, warm loads as quickly. To assist the
cabinet in cooling large loads quicker, keep the cabinet full of product (or containers of water). It will also help to
cool your food quicker if your food is packaged in smaller containers rather than large ones. Food packages more
than 2 inches thick will cool slowly. Avoid placing warm foodstuff in contact with cold foodstuff.
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