Vector VEC224, VEC224S, VEC224M Owner's Manual & Warranty Information

VEC224

OWNER’S MANUAL

& WARRANTY INFORMATION

THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY,

OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT. BEFORE USING, READ

AND UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS, WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT

LABELS. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN POSSIBLE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

4140 SW 28TH WAY, FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33312

TEL [phone] • FAX [phone] • TOLL FREE: 866-584-5504

WWW.VECTORMFG.COM

INCLUDES

•

110-

VOLT

AC

ADAPTER

•

12-

VOLT FUSE-PROTECTED

DC

PLUG FOR USE

WITH VEHICLE

•

E

XTRA LONG7-FOOT

DC POWER CORD

MINI FRIDGE

COOLER AND WARMER

VEC224S

VEC224M

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IMPORT

ANT SAFETY INFORMATION

• Unit operates from AC/DC power converter - make sure AC is 110/120 volts,
and 60 Hz

• This cooler/warmer is not a toy, keep it away from children

• DO NOT allow the cooler or AC/DC converter to become wet. Operate only in
dry, well ventilated area

• This unit does not automatically turn on and off

• The interior of this unit gets quite hot in warming mode. Keep small
children from opening unit when warming

• DO NOT operate unattended for extended periods of time

• When operating from a vehicle battery, make sure you start your engine after 3­4 hours of operation to recharge the vehicle battery

• DO NOT overstuff cooling/heating chamber. Airflow between food
containers keeps temperature evenly distributed

• Allow airflow around fan area – blocking airflow will slow cooling or
heating

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the

Vector Mini Fridge™Cooler and Warmer,

one of the most
advanced, state of the art units on the market today. Please read this
manual carefully before use to ensure optimum performance and avoid damage to the
unit itself or power sources from which it operates.

The

Mini Fridge™Cooler and Warmer

is compact, lightweight, and portable. It
provides convenient storage for cold or hot beverages and foods, making
conventional insulation-only coolers, thermal bottles, jars and insulated chests
obsolete.

For extended use:

No need for a refrigerator. Simply plug the

Mini Fridge™Cooler and Warmer

into
converter's 12 volt DC socket or vehicle's accessory outlet to keep food and drinks
cold or warm. No more digging around in melting ice and water for soggy foods and
dripping drinks. No need for ice, dry ice, or cold/hot packs. Ideal for use in a:

• Home or motel - use with the supplied AC/DC 110 volt converter

• Car

• Truck or SUV

• RV, mobile home, camper

• Boat

• At the beach, on picnics, at the campground - use with battery power

For short-term use away from AC power:

When you have to leave the vehicle in the parking lot at the beach, park,
campsite, stadium or ballpark, simply plug the

Mini Fridge™Cooler and Warmer

into
a reliable cordless, rechargeable power supply, such as:

• Any Vector cordless, rechargeable Jumpstarter & 12 volt DC Power Supply

• The Vector cordless, rechargeable Pocket Power™ or Pocket Generator™

Note: When used with a rechargeable power supply, a full-charge on the power

source is recommended for optimum performance.

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Completely portable:

Take the

Mini Fridge™Cooler and Warmer

with you, wherever you go,

to keep cold or hot food and drinks at just the right temperature. Ideal for use:

• At the office, for lunches and snacks

• In a motel, as a personal mini-fridge

• On the road, for refreshments on long journeys

• On camping and day trips, for cold or hot food and drinks

• At tailgate parties for, cooked dishes, snacks or drinks

• At the beach, picnics or barbecues for cookout supplies - keeps meats and

condiments cool or prepared dishes hot

• Holds up to eight 12 oz. soda cans

IMPORT

ANT SUGGESTIONS:

Vector’s

Mini Fridge™Cooler and Warmer

cools like a refrigerator and warms like an
oven. For best performance, plug in the unit approximately 2 hours before loading to
give it time to warm up or cool down. Always try to fill your unit with pre-chilled or
pre-heated food or beverages, as the unit will always perform at its best when you do
this. Generally, your unit will cool to approximately 40°F below ambient temperature.
To ensure optimum performance, always keep the unit out of direct sunlight when
running on the cold cycle. When the unit is running on the warm cycle, it will warm
to approximately 120°F. On cold days, the unit will need more time to reach the
maximum warm temperature. Contact Technical Support at 954-584-4446 or toll free
at 866-584-5504 for further information.

The

Mini Fridge™Cooler and Warmer

can be used with most food and beverages, either
cold or hot. Use with standard household containers or ready-to-use food and drink
packaging.

Ideal as a:

COOLER:

• Beverages - soda, beer, wine, juice, milk, iced tea or coffee, shakes, thirst

quenchers, water and more - in cans, bottles, cartons, pouches, sport
bottles, etc.

• Food - salads, sandwiches, deli meats, hamburgers, hot dogs, meat or fish, buns,

condiments and dips, etc.

• Desserts - puddings, fruit cups, yogurts, etc.

• Snacks - fruit, candy, chocolate, cookies, fruit bars, chips, etc.

W

ARMER

:

• Beverages - hot coffee and tea, cocoa, milk, etc.

• Food - leftovers, pre-packaged/pre-heated meals, take-out food, soups, covered

dishes, stews, casseroles, etc.

FEATURES:

• Indoor operation using the supplied AC/DC converter

• Compact, lightweight, completely portable - use with supplied AC/DC

converter or with vehicle or boat’s 12 volt DC accessory outlet

• Non-wearing thermoelectric system cools to approx. 40ºF below ambient

temperatureor warms to approx. 120ºF

• Operate upright or on its back

• Use with standard household containers or ready-to use packaging

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• Rests on vehicle seat or floor for easy access

• Extra-long, 7-foot, 12 volt DC power cord with 12 volt DC plug; equipped with

built-in 10-amp fuse to protect the unit and power source

• Durable, weather resistant construction and easy-open and close lid

• Environment-friendly CFC-free polyfoam liner

• Cold/heat transfer to foods via temperature-efficient liner

• Built-in heat dissipation fan with long-life, brushless motor

• HOT/OFF/COOL sliding power switch

• Automatic shut-off to prevent overheating of unit

• Built-in LED “cool” and “hot” indicators

CAUTIONS:

• This unit is intended for use with the supplied 12 volt DC power source
(converter) that can provide at least 4 amperes of current. DO NOT attempt to
use with any other power source

• NEVER operate unit in an enclosed space. ALWAYS ensure that there
is adequate ventilation and free flow of air around the unit, so that warm air
expelled by the fan is effectively dissipated

• When operating the unit in a vehicle or boat cabin, adequate ventilation must
be provided by an air conditioning system or open window. In a car with
windows up, air temperatures can reach 150 degrees F

• This unit is intended for portable use only; it is not designed to be
built-in or recessed - this would interfere with the unit’s air dissipation
system, and could cause a fire or other safety hazard

• Use only with the supplied power cord. If cord becomes worn or
damaged, discontinue use and call Vector Customer Service
Department for authorized replacement

• Never allow the cooler/warmer or AC/DC converter to be immersed in water
or other liquid. This will void the warranty

• Make sure the AC/DC converter is connected to 110/120 V AC, 60 Hz power

• Do not leave plugged in. Disconnect AC/DC converter when not in use, or
when cooler is turned to the OFF position

CA Prop 65 WARNING :

This product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause
cancer or reproductive toxicity.

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