SunDanzer 165, 225 User Manual

DC-Powered Refrigerator & Freezer

Models 165/225

Chest Cabinet User’s Guide

SunDanzer

11135 Dyer Street Ste C

El Paso, TX 79934 USA

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations! You have purchased one of the most efficient refrigeration products available on the market today. The

SunDanzer

TM

chest freezers and chest refrigerators are designed to provide years of efficient trouble-free operation.
The design is optimized for energy savings with an efficient DC compressor, thick insulation, and a chest style
configuration.

Before using the appliance, read through this manual carefully including all the information on safety, installation,
operation, and cleaning. These guidelines do not cover every possible condition or situation that may occur. Be safe
using common sense and caution when installing, operating and cleaning this appliance. If you are unsure about any of
these instructions or warnings, contact SunDanzer or your local product dealer for assistance.

CRITICAL INFORMATION

♦ IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN HANDLED ON ITS SIDE OR STANDING ON END, IT SHOULD BE

ALLOWED TO SIT IN THE NORMAL OPERATING POSITION FOR 24 HOURS BEFORE TURNING
IT ON.

♦ BEFORE ADDING FOOD, ALLOW THIS APPLIANCE TO RUN FOR AT LEAST 20 MINUTES.

♦ THIS APPLIANCE OPERATES ON 12 OR 24 VOLTS DC (DIRECT CURRENT) ONLY! DO NOT

CONNECT DIRECTLY TO AN AC (ALTERNATING CURRENT) POWER SOURCE.

♦ NEVER USE EXCESSIVE FORCE ON THE HANDLE TO OPEN THE LID.

♦ IF THE UNIT DOES NOT START AND COOL ONCE INSTAKLLED, CHECK THE WIRING AND

CONNECTIONS FOR GOOD CONDUCTIVITY. THIS IS THE #1 SERVICE ISSUE.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Prior to Installation

At the delivery, please check that the appliance is complete and has not been damaged during transport. It is not advised
to connect an appliance that has been damaged, especially damage to the electrical supply cable or refrigerant circuit. In
the event of damage please contact SunDanzer or your local product dealer for assistance.

General Safety

• Before cleaning or repositioning the appliance, always disconnect from the electrical power supply.

• Service the appliance only if you are a trained or authorized refrigeration technician.

• Do not use other electrical appliances (such as ice cream makers) inside of this appliance.

• Do not store any containers with flammable or toxic vapors or liquids in or around the appliance, such as organic

solvents, spray cans, gas cans, etc.

Child Safety

• There is a DANGER OF SUFFOCATION if a child climbs inside this appliance, Keep children from playing

in, on, or around this appliance.

• When the unit is not in use, please secure or remove the lid to prevent children from playing inside the cabinet.

• Keep children away from the packaging material. DANGER OF SUFFOCATION!

Servicing

• Unauthorized work may void the warranty.

INSTALLATION

Unpacking and Cleaning

Remove all packaging and securing tapes from the appliance. To avoid injury and damage to the appliance, be
extremely cautious when using sharp or pointed tools to complete this task. You may want to leave the lid open
allowing the compartment to ventilate for 20-30 minutes to get rid of residual odors. Check with your local
Environmental Agency for recommendations on recycling packaging materials in your area.

Positioning

• The skin of the refrigerator is the condenser and will become warm when the compressor is running. There should

be adequate ventilation space between the refrigerator and neighboring walls. At least 3 inches (7.5 cm) is
recommended. Never add insulation to the exterior of the appliance.

• For best efficiency, place the refrigerator in a cool location and avoid prolonged direct sunlight on the appliance.

• Always keep the air vent openings of the compressor housing cover (Lower right side or rear) free from dust and

obstructions.

Leveling

Leveling is not required for proper operation of this unit. However, some units have adjustable feet if leveling is
desired. Wood shims can also be used if necessary.

Installing the door handle

Some models may ship without the door handle installed. If this is the case, the handle and mounting
hardware will be located inside the refrigerator.

Electrical Connection (12 or 24VDC only!)

• The positive wire is colored Red or is black with a red stripe. The negative wire is black.

• THE APPLIANCE MUST BE CONNECTED TO A 12V OR 24 VDC POWER SOURCE ONLY, such as a

battery or charge controller. The unit will automatically operate on either 12 or 24 VDC. The user does not
need to make any adjustment.

• This unit will not operate directly from a PV solar module. Contact SunDanzer if you prefer this option.

• If the polarity is reversed, the unit will not be damaged, but will not run. If the unit is equipped with a light,

the light will operate even with reverse polarity.

• Since there is no established standard DC plug, the power cord has bare terminations. The user must provide a

meaning of connection this wire to the power source. Using wire nuts, or adding a ring or spade terminal is
common.

• This connection should not become hot when the units is running. If it does, rework the connection to insure

better conductivity.

Electronics Diagram (Direct Battery connection example)

Fuse

A fuse is required in order to protect the wiring. A
standard automobile fuse is recommended, and the
fuse should be wired to the positive (“+”) side of the
system close to the positive battery terminal. For
12V operation, use a 15A fuse, and for 24Voperation
use a 7.5A fuse.

Operating Voltage

Fuse

12V

15A

24V

7.5A

ATTENTION: A 6 ft. (2 m) power cord is supplied. If a longer connection cable is necessary, the cable cross section

(or gauge) must be equal to or greater than the cable sizes recommended on the following table.

Cable Size

12V

Cable Length

24V

Cable Length

Area

AWG

mm2 Gauge

m

ft. m ft.

2.5
4
6

10

12
12
10

8

2.5
4
6

10

8

13

19.5

32.8

5

8
12
20

16

26

39

65.6

The most common customer call is related to using inadequate wiring such that the compressor will
experiences a low voltage situation at start-up and not run.

Low Voltage Disconnect

The compressor electronics include a low voltage
disconnect feature. If the input voltage to the
appliance falls below 9.6V (in 12 V mode) or 21.3V
(in 24 V mode), the compressor will shut-off. Once
the voltage increases above 10.9V (in 12V mode) or

22.6V (in 24V mode), the compressor will resume
normal operation.

This feature is designed to protect the system battery
from experiencing too low a depth of discharge.

12V Operation

24V Operation

Cut- in

9.6V

21.3V

Cut - out

10.9V

22.7V

Compatible Solar System

The unit is designed to run from a 12 or 24V DC power source such as a deep cycle or solar battery. The battery is
typically charged using wind or solar PV power. The energy required to run the SunDanzer fridges and freezer is listed