For questions about features, operation, performance, parts or
service, call: 1-866-342-4089
In Canada, call: 1-800-807-6777
or visit our website at...
www.gladiatorgarageworks.com or
www.gladiatorgarageworks.ca
RÉFRIGÉRATEUR
POUR BOISSONS
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Pour des questions à propos des caractéristiques, du fonctionnement/
rendement, des pièces ou du service,
Au Canada, composer le 1800807-6777
ou visiter notre site Web au
www.gladiatorgarageworks.ca
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Manual de uso y cuidado
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Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
DANGER
WARNING
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or injury when using your Beverage Cooler, follow these basic precautions:
■ Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
■ Do not remove ground prong.
■ Do not use an adapter.
■ Do not use an extension cord.
■ Disconnect power before servicing.
■ Replace all parts and panels before operating.
■ Remove door or drawer(s) from your old refrigerated
appliance.
■ Use nonammable cleaner.
■ Keep ammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from Beverage Cooler.
follow instructions.
You
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
instructions.
■ Use two or more people to move and install Beverage
Cooler.
■ Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in
the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
■ Do not use mechanical devices or other means to
accelerate the defrosting process, other than those
recommended by the manufacturer.
■ Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
■ Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage
compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the
type recommended by the manufacturer.
follow
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerated
Appliance
WARNING
Suffocation Hazard
Remove door or drawer(s) from your old refrigerated
appliance.
Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems
of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous
– even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid
of your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to help
prevent accidents.
WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away
your old refrigerator or freezer:
■ Take off the door.
■ Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb
inside.
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Important information to know about disposal of
refrigerants:
Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local
regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed,
EPA certified refrigerant technician in accordance with
established procedures.
■ Gather the required tools and parts before starting assembly.
■ Read entire manual before starting assembly.
Tools Needed:
■ #2 Philips Screwdriver
Description
Quantity
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Location Requirements
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
To ensure proper ventilation for your beverage cooler, allow for a
1/4" (6.35 mm) space on each side and at the top. When installing
your beverage cooler next to a xed wall, leave 2½" (6.35 cm)
minimum clearance on the hinge side to allow for the door to
swing open.
NOTE: It is recommended that you do not install the beverage
cooler near an oven, radiator, or other heat source. Do not install
in a location where the temperature will fall below 0°F (-17°C)
or above 110°F (43°C). For best performance, do not install the
beverage cooler behind a cabinet door or block the base grille.
1" (25.4 mm)
Electrical Requirements
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
Before you move your beverage cooler into its nal location, it is
important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection.
Recommended Grounding Method
A 115 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 A fused, grounded electrical
supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit
serving only your Beverage Cooler be provided. Use an outlet that
cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an extension cord.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation or cleaning,
disconnect the beverage cooler from the electrical source. When
you have nished, reconnect the beverage cooler to the electrical
source.
NOTE: Make sure to locate your beverage cooler in a location
that does not allow vehicle doors, or any other object, to contact
the glass door.
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Unpack the Beverage Cooler
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
beverage center.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
Remove the Packaging
When Moving Your Beverage Cooler:
Your Beverage Cooler is heavy. When moving the Beverage
Cooler for installation, cleaning, or service, be sure to cover
the oor with cardboard or hardboard to avoid oor damage.
Always pull the Beverage Cooler straight out when moving it.
Do not wiggle or “walk” the Beverage Cooler when trying to
move it, as oor damage could occur.
Clean Before Using
After you remove all of the package materials, clean the inside of
your beverage cooler before using it. See the cleaning instructions
in “Beverage Cooler Care.”
■ Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on
the beverage cooler. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap
over the adhesive with your ngers. Wipe with warm water and
dry.
■ Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, ammable
uids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These
products can damage the surface of your beverage cooler.
For more information see “Beverage Cooler Safety.”
■ Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.
Important information to know about glass shelves and
covers:
Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when
they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to
sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping.
Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small,
pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers
are heavy. Use both hands when removing them to avoid
dropping.
Install the Casters
1.Install the Front Casters2.Install the Rear Casters
F1
Philips-head Screw
F1
Philips-head Screw
For caster attachment, using two or more people, lower the
Beverage Cooler on its back. The front casters are xed and have
a brake on the side. The brake should face to the outside of the
Beverage Cooler. To attach the xed casters to the front location,
align the holes on the casters with the holes and tabs on the front
mounting plate as shown. Attach each xed caster with 2 Philipshead screws (F1).
The rear casters swivel to allow for ease of mobility of the
Beverage Cooler. To attach the rear swivel casters to the rear
location, align the holes on the casters with the holes and tabs on
the rear mounting plate as shown. Attach each swivel caster with
2 Philips-head screws (F1). Return the Beverage Cooler to the
upright position.
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Reverse Door Swing (Optional)
1.Remove the bottom hinge
C
B
A
A. Bottom hinge pin
B. Door stop
C. Bottom hinge
Open the door to a 90° angle and remove the two screws for the
bottom door hinge.
Remove the door by pulling it forward and away from the
Beverage Cooler.
2.Remove the top hinge
NOTE: There are two hinges for reverse door installation, one
for a right-hand door swing and one for a left-hand door swing.
Install the top hinge designed for the desired door swing.
Remove the three screws from the top hinge, and then remove
the hinge. Using the three screws removed in the previous step,
attach the correct top hinge to the upper reverse corner on the
front of the Beverage Cooler.
Remove the three decorative screws from the upper corner of the
front of the Beverage Cooler. Insert the three decorative screws
into the three holes in the upper reverse corner of the front of the
Beverage Cooler.
3.Remove the door stop4.Attach the bottom hinge
Remove the screws for the door stop; remove door stop. Attach
the door stop to the reverse side of the door.
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Attach the bottom hinge to the reverse side of the door. Insert the
top corner of the door into the top hinge pin and reinstall the door
on the Beverage Cooler. Press the door and the bottom hinge pin
onto the bottom hinge. Check the alignment of the door and the
door seals. Tighten the hinge screws (as necessary).
Door Closing
Door Closing (If installing without casters)
Your beverage cooler has four leveling legs. If your beverage
cooler seems unsteady or you want the door to close more easily,
adjust the beverage cooler’s tilt using the following instructions.
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
beverage center.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
1.Door Closing
Move the beverage cooler into its nal location. Turn the leveling
legs to the right to lower the beverage cooler or turn the leveling
legs to the left to raise it. It may take several turns of the leveling
legs to adjust the tilt of the beverage cooler.
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the beverage
cooler takes some weight off the leveling legs. This makes it
easier to adjust the leveling legs.
Make sure that the door closes as easily as you like. If not, tilt the
beverage cooler slightly more to the rear by turning both front
leveling screws to the left. It may take several more turns, and you
should turn both leveling legs the same amount.
Base Grille
1.Remove the Base Grille
A. TabsB. Screws
Open the beverage cooler door. Using a Phillips screwdriver,
remove the two screws. Push both tabs in toward the center to
release the base grille from the beverage cooler.
Remove the base grille.
Replace the Base Grille
Open the beverage cooler door.
Position the base grille so that both tabs align and the base grille
snaps into place. Replace the two screws. Tighten the screws.
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OPERATING YOUR BEVERAGE COOLER
A
B
A. Power
B. Light
C. Temperature display
Buttons
A. “” Button
Press this button for 3 seconds to turn off the system. In this
mode, only the LED light will function. Press this button again
to turn the system back on.
B. “” Button
Press Light button to turn the light on and off within Beverage
Cooler compartment. The Beverage Cooler will remain
illuminated for 10 minutes (even when door is closed) when the
light is turned on. When the light is turned off, the Beverage
Cooler compartment will be illuminated when the door is open.
The light will turn off when the door is closed.
C. “Temperature”
Displays the actual temperature inside the Beverage Cooler.
D. “+” Button
Each press of this button will increase the temperature setting
1ºF or 1ºC until it reaches 64ºF (18ºC).
E. “-” Button
Each press of this button will decrease the temperature setting
1ºF or 1ºC until it reaches 37ºF (3ºC).
F. “ºF and ºC unit conversion”
Press “+” & “-” button at the same time and the display will
show “3, 2, 1” countdown, and then the units will convert
between “ºF” and “ºC” or "ºC" and "ºF".
Setting The Temperature
■ Set the desired cooling temperature by pressing the “+” or
“-” buttons. Each press of the buttons will scroll through
the available temperature setting in increments of 1 degree.
The temperature selected will ash in the LED display for
approximately 5 seconds, then revert back to the setting
temperature of the internal cabinet.
■ The temperature setting can be adjusted from 37ºF (3ºC) to
64ºF (18ºC). The factory preset temperature is 54ºF (12ºC).
■ To view the actual temperature anytime, press and hold one of
the “+” or “-” buttons for approximately 5 seconds, and the set
temperature will temporarily ash in the LED display for
5 seconds.
C
Temperature
D. Decrease temperature
E. Increase temperature
■ When pressing the “+” or “-” buttons, the system will be
entering the set up mode. The LED will ash and display the
setting temperature. When exceeding the minimum value
that can be reached, it will stay at the highest adjustable
temperature value.
NOTE: In the event of power interruption or if the unit is
unplugged during setting mode, the set temperature will be
erased, and the system will return to the factory setting
(54ºF (12ºC)).
■ Recommended temperature range and location when storing
In the event of a power interruption, the Beverage Cooler will
remember the previous temperature setting, and when the
power is restored, the Beverage Cooler will go back to the
same setting temperature as before the power interruption.
■ Open Door Alarm
When you forget to close the door or the door is not closed
completely, the alarm will sound after 5 minutes. Please close
the door completely to avoid energy loss.
■ Temperature Alarm
If the Beverage Cooler inner temperature is higher than
73ºF (23ºC), “HI” will be displayed and the alarm will sound
continuously. It will inform that the inner temperature is too
high. Please check for the cause. See “Troubleshooting.” If the
Beverage Cooler inner temperature is lower than
32ºF (0ºC), “LO/CL” will be displayed and the alarm will sound
continuously. It will inform that the inner temperature is too low.
NOTE: When the Beverage Cooler is rst plugged in, after
6 hours if the temperature sensor detects a temperature lower
than 32ºF (0ºC), the alarm will sound, and the display will show
“LO.” If the temperature remains lower than 32ºF (0ºC) for 15
additional minutes, the display will change and show “CL.” This
“CL” temperature alarm can only be turned off by disconnecting
power.
IMPORTANT:
If the unit is unplugged, power lost, or turned off, you must wait
3 to 5 minutes before the Beverage Cooler will restart. During
this time, the LED display will show the difference in temperature
between the set temperature and the inner temperature.
D
E
Features
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Shelves
■ To prevent damaging the door gasket, make sure to have
the door all the way opened when pulling shelves out of the
compartment.
■ For easy access to the storage content, you can pull the
shelves approximately 1/3 out of the compartment. This unit
was designed with a notch on each side of the shelf to prevent
bottles from falling.
Please refer to the following directions for removing and
replacing the shelves.
When removing any of these shelves out of the compartment,
tilt the shelf as per the diagram and simply pull out, or push in
the shelf until it sits on the support brackets securely.
BEVERAGE COOLER CARE
Cleaning
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Clean the beverage cooler about once a month to avoid odor
buildup. Wipe up spills immediately.
To clean your beverage cooler:
1. Unplug beverage cooler or disconnect power.
2. Remove all racks and shelves from inside the Beverage
Cooler. See the instructions in “Shelves”.
3. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior
surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a
mild detergent in warm water.
■ Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window
sprays, scouring cleansers, ammable uids, cleaning
waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers
containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior
and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels,
scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools. These can
scratch or damage materials.
■ To help remove odors, you can wash interior walls with a
mixture of warm water and baking soda (2 tbs to
1 qt [26 g to 0.95 L] of water).
4. Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a clean
sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do
not use abrasive or harsh cleaners, or cleaners containing
chlorine. These can scratch or damage materials. Dry
thoroughly with a soft cloth.
5. Replace the racks and shelves.
6. Clean the condenser coils regularly. They are located behind
the base grille. Coils may need to be cleaned as often as
every other month. This may help save energy.
■ Remove the base grille. See “Base Grille.”
■ Use a vacuum cleaner with an extended attachment to
clean the condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty.
■ Replace the base grille.
7. Plug in beverage cooler or reconnect power.
Lighting the Beverage Cooler
■ The Beverage Cooler has an interior LED light strip that may
be turned off or remain on depending on your preference.
Refer to the “Operating Your Beverage Cooler” section for
information on controlling the interior light.
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Vacation and Moving Care
Vacations
If you choose to turn the beverage cooler off before you leave,
follow these steps.
1. Remove all beverages from the beverage cooler.
2. Unplug the beverage cooler.
3. Clean the beverage cooler. See “Cleaning.”
4. Tape a rubber or wood block to the top of the door to prop it
open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and mold
from building up.
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING
Moving
When you are moving your beverage cooler to a new home,
follow these steps to prepare it for the move.
1. Remove all beverages from the beverage cooler.
2. Unplug the beverage cooler.
3. Clean the beverage cooler. See “Cleaning.”
4. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them
together so they don’t shift and rattle during the move.
5. Tape the doors shut and tape the power cord to the beverage
cooler.
When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to
the “Installation Instructions” section for preparation instructions.
Try the solutions suggested here rst in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.
If you experience Possible CausesSolution
Your beverage cooler will not
operate
The lights do not work
The motor seems to run too
much
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Has a household fuse blown, or has
a circuit breaker tripped?
Is the Beverage Cooler Control
turned to the OFF position?
Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Are the lights turned off?
Is the temperature outside hotter
than normal?
Is the door opened often?
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
See “Operating Your Beverage Cooler.”
See “Lighting the Beverage Cooler” section in this manual.
Your Beverage Center is equipped with an LED light strip
which does not need to be replaced. If there is power to
the beverage center, and the lights are turned on but they
do not light, call for service or assistance.
Expect the motor to run longer under warm conditions. At
normal temperatures, expect your motor to run about 40%
to 80% of the time. Under warmer conditions, expect it to
run even more.
Expect the motor to run longer when this occurs. In order
to conserve energy, try to get everything you need out of
the beverage cooler at once, keep wine bottles positioned
label side up so that they are easy to nd, and close the
door as soon as the wine is removed.
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Try the solutions suggested here rst in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.
If you experience Possible CausesSolution
The motor seems to run too
much (contd.)
Temperature is too warm
There is interior moisture buildup
Is the control set correctly for the
surrounding conditions?
Is the door closed completely?
Are the condenser coils dirty?
Is the door opened often?
Is the control set correctly for the
surrounding conditions?
Is the base grille blocked?
Is the door opened often?
Is it humid?
Is the control set correctly for the
surrounding conditions?
See “Operating Your Beverage Cooler.”
Push the door rmly shut. If it will not shut all the way, see
“The door will not close completely” later in this section.
This obstructs air transfer and makes the motor work
harder. Clean the condenser coils.
See “Cleaning.”
Be aware that the beverage cooler will warm when this
occurs. In order to keep the beverage cooler cool, try to
get everything you need out of the beverage cooler at
once, keep wine bottles positioned label side up so that
they are easy to nd, and close the door as soon as the
items are removed.
See “Operating Your Beverage Cooler.”
For best performance, do not install the beverage cooler
behind a cabinet door or block the base grille.
To avoid humidity buildup, try to get everything you need
out of the beverage cooler at once, keep wine bottles
positioned label side up so that they are easy to nd, and
close the door as soon as the items are removed. When
the door is opened, humidity from the room air enters the
beverage cooler. The more often the door is opened, the
faster humidity builds up, especially when the room itself is
very humid.
It is normal for moisture to build up inside the beverage
cooler when the air is humid.
See “Operating Your Beverage Cooler.”
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
The door is difcult to openIs the gasket dirty or sticky?
Are the racks or shelves out of
The door will not close
completely
position?
Is the gasket sticking?
Clean the gasket and the surface that it touches. Rub a thin
coat of parafn wax on the gasket following cleaning.
Put the racks or shelves back into their correct positions.
See “Shelves” for more information.
Clean the gasket and the surface that it touches. Rub a thin
coat of parafn wax on the gasket following cleaning.
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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE
Before calling for assistance or service, please check
“Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call.
If you still need help, follow the instructions below.
When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete
model and serial number of your appliance. This information will
help us to better respond to your request.
If You Need Replacement Parts
If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you
only use factory specied replacement parts. Factory specied
replacement parts will t right and work right because they are
made with the same precision used to build every new Gladiator®
appliance.
To locate factory specied replacement parts in your area, call us
or your nearest designated service center.
In the U.S.A.
Call the Gladiator Customer eXperience Center toll free:
1-866-342-4089.
Our Consultants Provide Assistance With:
■ Features and specications on our full line of appliances.
■ Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors, and service
companies. Gladiator designated service technicians are
trained to fulll the product warranty and provide afterwarranty
service, anywhere in the United States.
To locate the Gladiator designated service company in your area,
you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages.
For Further Assistance
If you need further assistance, you can write to Gladiator with any
questions or concerns at:
Gladiator Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
In Canada
Call the Gladiator Canada Customer eXperience Centre toll free:
1-800-807-6777, or visit our website at
www. gladiatorgarageworks.ca.
Our Consultants Provide Assistance With:
■ Features and specications on our full line of appliances.
■ Use and maintenance procedures.
■ Accessory and repair parts sales.
■ Scheduling of Service. Gladiator designated service technicians
are trained to fulll the product warranty and provide afterwarranty service, anywhere in Canada.
For Further Assistance
If you need further assistance, you can write to Gladiator Canada
with any questions or concerns at:
Gladiator Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
200 - 6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
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