Unique Appliances UGP290L1DCW, UGP290L1DCB, UGP290L1DCSS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OPERATION MANUAL

290L / 10.3 cu. ft.

SOLAR POWERED

DC FRIDGE

UGP-290L

OWNER’S GUIDE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

03 Important safety notes
07 Installation
08 DC power connection
11 Operation
15 Energy saving tips
16 Troubleshooting
18 Appliance information
18 Notes
19 Contact us
19 Limited warranty
back Technical specifications

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES

IMPORTANT: After transit where the fridge has been
on its side or back, ensure that the fridge is in a level,
upright position for 12 hours to allow compressor fluids
to redistribute evenly before use.

Congratulations! You have purchased one of the most ecient re­frigeration products available on the market today. The Unique 290L
solar powered DC fridge is designed to provide years of ecient
trouble-free operation. The design is optimized for energy savings
with an ecient DC compressor and thick insulation.

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 your local
product dealer or Unique O-Grid Appliances for assistance.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES continued

• To allow the interior to cool down properly, run the fridge for at

least 4 hours empty before adding food.

• This fridge is designed to operate on 12 or 24 volts DC ONLY. DO
NOT CONNECT THIS FRIDGE TO AN AC (alternating current)
POWER SOURCE.

• This fridge is designed for domestic use only! It is intended for the

storage of edible/consumable food and drinks. It is not intended
for commercial or industrial use.

• Never use excessive force on the handle to open the door.

• If the room/ambient temperature approaches the fridge’s oper-

ating temperature, the fridge may not function corrently. If the

room/ambient temperature exceeds 100˚F (38˚C) the fridge may

not function correctly.

• A DC powered fridge has a lower cooling capacity than typical AC-

powered appliances. Because the compressor is small, the fridge/
freezer runs more eciently but lacks the ability to cool larger
warm loads as quickly as typical AC-powered appliances.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES continued

These warnings are provided in the interest of your safety. Please
ensure that you understand them all before installing or using this
fridge. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure
about any of these meanings or warnings, contact your local prod­uct dealer or Unique O-Grid Appliances for assistance.

PRIOR TO INSTALLATION:
At delivery, please check that the fridge 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 your local product dealer or Unique O-Grid Appliances for
assistance.

GENERAL SAFETY

• Before cleaning or repositioning the fridge/freezer, always discon-

nect from the electrical power supply.

• Service the fridge/freezer only if you are a trained or authorized

refrigeration technician.

• This appliance contains refrigerant R-134a and a polyolester com-

pressor oil in its refrigerant circuit. Take utmost care when handling
your fridge 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

• Do not allow children to play in, on or around the fridge. It is not

a toy. THERE IS A DANGER OF SUFFOCATION IF A CHILD BE­COMES TRAPPED INSIDE.

• When the appliance is not in use, secure or remove the doors to

prevent children from playing inside the cabinets.

• DANGER OF SUFFOCATION - Keep children away from all

packaging material.

INSTALLATION

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

• This appliance operates on 12 or 24 Volts DC (Direct Current) only!

• 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 sup-

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES continued

ply 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 eect 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.

DURING USE

• This appliance is designed for domestic use only, specically for the

storage of food and drinks. This appliance is not designed for com­mercial or industrial use.

• Do not store any containers with ammable vapors or liquids in

or around the appliance, such as organic solvents, spray cans, gas
cans, etc. Danger of explosion!

CLEANING

• Before cleaning always turn the fridge/freezer o and disconnect it

from the electrical power supply.

• Allow inside of fridge/freezer to fully thaw, then wash the inside

and outside of the appliance with luke warm water and a mild soap
or detergent. Abrasive or corrosive cleaning agents, steel wool,
scouring sponges, or chemical cleaning agents should not be used
under any circumstances.

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.

DISPOSING OF THE APPLIANCE

• When disposing of your fridge, use an authorized disposal site. The
refrigerant must be completely drained and collected by an au­thorized technician for recycling prior to disposal. Check with your
local Environmental Agency for recommendations on recycling this
appliance in your area. Remove the electrical connection wiring and
also ensure that the lid is removed to prevent children from being

trapped inside - DANGER OF SUFFOCATION!

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