PORTABLE FRIDGE*FREEZER &WARRANTY Owner’s Manual ‘FM MODEL’ AUSTRALIAN OWNED by AUSTRALIAN MADE FROM IMPORTED & LOCAL COMPONENTS QUALITY & PERFORMANCE - THE LASTING IMPRESSION
Thank you for purchasing a FridgeMate fridge freezer. The unit you have chosen has been proudly designed and manufactured in Australia by EvaKool combining FridgeMate’s fully insulated tough polyethelene cabinet with internationally proven compressor technology to produce Australia’s most ingenious, versatile and user friendly 12V/24V fridge freezer combination.
INSTALLATION Your FridgeMate fridge/freezer is designed to operate from either a 12V or 24V DC power source. It can also operate from a 240V (AC) main supply with the use of a 12V/24V adaptor. When using solar power or power generators ensure that the fridge is connected through a 12V or 24V battery. We recommend the use of anti-surge devices when there is a possibility of ‘spikes’ from the power source. The recommmended mannner to connect your fridge is illustrated below.
Operating INSTRUCTIONS 12 VOLT OPERATION 24OV - MAINS OPERATION • Connect the military plug end of the fridge lead to the fridge, • The unit can also operate from a 240V mains power source via an EvaKool approved 12V/24V adaptor. • Push cigarette lighter plug into 12V or 24V power outlet. Note: If using a plug other than the cigarette lighter plug, ensure that the polarity is correct ie: positive to positive and negative to negative. • If required, press button on the control panel to turn fridge on.
Selection of FRIDGE/FREEZER OPTIONS Your FridgeMate fridge/freezer is uniquely designed to operate as a fridge or freezer or fridge/freezer combo. • When you first start the fridge, remove the insulated internal divider which will allow the air to circulate and hence bring down the temperature in the cabinet quicker • Once the temperature has reached the desired level refit the divider between the baskets.
OPERATION Your Fridgemate fridge is designed to operate at 3 speeds. High Medium Low - 3500 RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM The higher the speed, the faster the compressor is operating which will enable the unit to cool/freeze quicker. The lower the speed the more economical the unit’s operation and hence a lower power draw.
POWER INLET The military plug (power inlet socket) is notched so that it can only be connected in the correct way. The threaded ring locks the plug into place. CIRCUIT BREAKER Your Fridgemate is fitted with a 15 amp circuit breaker. The purpose of the circuit breaker is to protect the compressor should there be: – a direct short to earth; – a power surge or faulty power supply. If either of the above occur the circuit breaker will ‘trip’ thereby cutting off all power to the unit.
Care & STORAGE DEFROSTING STORAGE • Switch off freezer and open lid. • Open drainage bung to drain waste as fridge defrosts. • A jug of warm water may be poured over the evaporator plates and inside of the cabinet to assist cleaning. (DO NOT FLOOD OR FILL THE CABINET WITH WATER.) • DO NOT use sharp objects when cleaning and defrosting your Fridgemate. Keep your Fridgemate clean by wiping both the interior and exterior with a damp cloth using a mild non-abrasive household detergent and dry thoroughly.
Fault Finding GUIDE refer to the TROUBLE SHOOTING FLOW CHART (PAGE 11) FRIDGE NOT RUNNING? Is the control panel display lit up? NO • Check power supply. • Check that the fridge lead is plugged in properly, and that no wires are loose. • Check that the fridge has been turned on. • Check the circuit breaker and press to re-set if necessary. YES • If the control panel is lit up and the fridge is still not running call our Service Department on 07 5492 7777.
SIMPLE TESTS • • • Fridge does not operate in your vehicle: Run the fridge from a 240 volt power source via an AC adaptor. If the fridge starts and runs then the problem is with your vehicle, either the battery or the wiring. See section on voltage drop (AC adaptor, minimum of 10 amps at 12 volts or 5 amps at 24 volts). NOTE: The EvaKool AC adaptor model EP24 delivers 24 volts.
5 Flashes every 4 seconds Over Temperature * Ambient temperature too high * Clean vents / ensure clear air flow over compressor * Fan fault 4 Flashes every 4 seconds Low Motor Speed * Set to LOW SPEED * Reduce products / items inside unit * Move so unit is in a lower ambient temperature Clean vents / ensure clear air flow over compressor * Fan fault 3 Flashes every 4 seconds Compressor Start Issue * Unplug cigarette cable and allow unit to rest for 15 minutes.
Warranty Statement TERMS & CONDITIONS Nexberg Pty. Ltd. trading as EvaKool undertakes to the original purchaser that this product is sold free of defect in materials and/ or workmanship under normal use for a period of 5 years. Subject to the following, EvaKool will repair free of charge or replace at their discretion your EvaKool fridge/freezer if the unit’s failure is as a direct result of faulty workmanship and/or materials.
