SunDanzer DC50, Battery-Powered Refrigerator & Freezer User Manual

Solar-Powered Refrigerator & Freezer

DC50 User’s Guide

1 Rev. May 21, 2008

SunDanzer

11135 Dyer 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

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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 fo r assistance.

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chest freezers and chest refrigerators are designed to provide years of efficient trouble-free operation.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT NOTES …………………………………………………………….. 1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ……………………………………….. 2
INSTALLATION ………………………………………………………………….. 3
ELECTRICAL DC CONNECTION ………………………………………………. 3
OPERATION ……………………………………………………………………… 4
DEFROSTING …………………………………………………………………….. 6
CLEANING ……………………………………………………………………….. 6
HINTS & TIPS ……………………………………………………………………. 6
TROUBLESHOOTING …………………………………………………………… 7
WARRANTY ……………………………………………………………………… 8

IMPORTANT NOTES

♦ THIS APPLIANCE SHOULD BE LEFT OFF IN ITS NORMAL OPERATING POSITION FOR 2 HOURS

PRIOR TO TURNING IT ON TO ALLOW THE COMPRESSOR OIL TO SETTLE.

♦ 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 12 HOURS BEFORE TURNING
IT ON.

♦ PRIOR TO ADDING FOODSTUFF, THIS APPLIANCE SHOULD BE RUN FOR AT LEAST 4 HOURS

ALLOWING THE INERIOR OF THE CABINET TO COOL.

♦ THIS APPLIANCE OPERATES ON

CONNECT DIRECTLY TO AN AC (ALTERNATING CURR ENT) POWER SOURCE.

♦ THIS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED FOR DOMESTIC USE ONLY! Specifically for the storage of

edible/consumable food and drinks (foodstuff). It is not intended for commercial or industrial use.

♦ NEVER USE EXCESSIVE FORCE ON THE HANDLE TO OPEN THE LID.
♦ If the room/ambient temperature approaches the appliance operating temperature, the appliance will not function as

it should. If the room/ambient temperature exceeds 100

♦ A battery-powered refrigerator or freezer has a cooling capacity lower than typical AC units. Because the

compressor is small, the unit runs more efficiently, but lacks the ability to cool large warm loads as quickly as
typical AC appliances.

12 OR 24 VOLTS DC (DIRECT CURRENT) ONLY! DO NO T

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F (38oC), the appliance will not function as it should.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Please ensure that you understand them all before installing
or using this appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about any of these meanings or
warnings, contact SunDanzer or your local product dealer for assistance.

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, alway s di sco nnect from the electrical power supply.

• Service the appliance only if you are a trained or authorize d refrigerati on technician.

• This appliance contains refrigerant R-134a and a polyol-ester compressor oil in its refrigerant circuit. Take utmost

care when handling your appliance so as to not cause damage to the refrigerant circuit with consequent possible
leakage.

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

Child Safety

• There is a DANGER OF SUFFOCATION if a child becomes trapped inside!

• 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

Installation

• This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.

• This appliance operates on

• Under no circumstances should this appliance be directly connected to an AC (Alternating Current) power

source.

• Be sure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable. Also, be sure the electrical cable is not

squeezed or bent when the appliance is being installed or moved.

• Installation work and adjustments on the appliance must be carried out by qualified personnel only. Work

performed by persons with inadequate technical knowledge may adversely effect the performance of the appliance,
causing damage to the equipment, and void the warranty.

• It is dangerous to make alterations or attempt to modify this product in any way. Product alterations will void the

warranty.

12 or 24 Volts DC (Direct Current) only!

During Use

• This appliance is designed for domestic use only! Specifically for the storage of food and drinks (foodstuff).

This appliance is not designed for commercial or industrial use.

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

spray cans, gas cans, etc. Danger of explosion!

Cleaning

• Before cleaning always disconnect from the electrical power supply.

Servicing

• This product should be serviced by an authorized technician and only genuine spare parts should be used.

• Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced

persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning of the appliance. Unauthorized work may void the warranty.

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