Unique SOLAR POWERED DC CHEST FREEZER Manual de usuario
265L / 9.3 cu. ft.
SOLAR POWERED
DC CHEST FREEZER
OWNER’S GUIDE
UGP-265L1
serial number:
JUN18V1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
03 Important safety notes
07 Installation
08 Parts list
09 DC power connection
11 Operation
14 Error codes
15 Cleaning
15 Energy saving tips
16 Troubleshooting
18 Parts diagram and list
19 Appliance information
19 Notes
20 Contact us
20 Limited warranty
Back Technical specifications
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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES
Congratulations! You have purchased one of the most ecient
freezers available on the market today. The Unique 265L1 solar pow-
ered DC chest freezer is designed to provide years of trouble-free
operation. The design is optimized for energy savings with an e-
cient DC compressor and highly ecient 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 un-
sure about any of these instructions or warnings, contact your local
product dealer or Unique O-Grid Appliances for assistance.
IMPORTANT: After transit where the freezer has been
on its side or back, ensure that the freezer is in a level,
upright position for 12 hours to allow compressor fluids
to redistribute evenly before use.
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• To allow the interior to cool down properly, run the freezer for at
least 4 hours empty before adding food.
• This freezer is designed to operate on 12 or 24 volts DC ONLY. DO
NOT CONNECT THIS FREEZER TO AN AC (alternating current)
POWER SOURCE (UNLESS USING AN AC/DC CONVERTER -
SOLD SEPARATELY)
• This freezer 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 lid.
• If the room/ambient temperature approaches the freezers oper-
ating temperature, the freezer may not function correctly. If the
room/ambient temperature exceeds 100˚F (38˚C) the freezer may
not function correctly.
• A DC powered freezer has a lower cooling capacity than typi-
cal AC-powered appliances. Because the compressor is small, the
freezer runs more eciently but lacks the ability to cool larger
warm loads as quickly as typical AC-powered appliances.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES continued
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These warnings are provided in the interest of your safety. Please
ensure that you understand them all before installing or using this
freezer. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure
about any of these meanings or warnings, contact your local prod-
uct dealer or Unique O-Grid Appliances for assistance.
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION:
At delivery, please check that the freezer is complete and has not
been damaged during transport. It is not advised to connect an ap-
pliance 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 freezer, always disconnect
from the electrical power supply.
• Service the freezer only if you are a trained or authorized refrigera-
tion technician.
• This appliance contains refrigerant R-134a and a polyolester com-
pressor oil in its refrigerant circuit. Take utmost care when handling
your freezer 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 freezer. It is not
a toy. THERE IS A DANGER OF SUFFOCATION IF A CHILD BE-
COMES TRAPPED INSIDE.
• When the appliance is not in use, secure or remove the lid to
prevent children from playing inside the cabinet.
• 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 connect-
ed to an AC (Alternating Current) power source.
• Be sure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES continued
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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES continued
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 eect the perfor-
mance of the appliance, causing damage to the equipment, and
void the warranty.
• It is dangerous to make alterations or attempt to modify this prod-
uct in any way. Product alterations will void the warranty.
DURING 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 turn the freezer o and disconnect it from
the electrical power supply.
• Allow inside of 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, scour-
ing 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 freezer, use an authorized disposal site.
The refrigerant must be completely drained and collected by an au-
thorized 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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INSTALLATION
UNPACKING AND CLEANING
Remove all packaging and securing tapes from the appliance.
To avoid injury and causing damage to the appliance, be extremely
cautious when using sharp or pointed tools to complete this task.
There is a protective film on the lid of the unit which can be removed.
Keep children away from the packaging material - DANGER OF SUF-
FOCATION! 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. A sponge, soft
brush or towel is recommended. After cleaning, thoroughly rinse and
dry. You may want to leave the lid open allowing the compartments
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 APPLIANCE
The area in which the freezer is to be installed must be relatively cool,
dry, and suitably ventilated. The area must be protected against any
inclement weather (rain, snow) and excessive surface dust. To ensure
proper function, the appliance must be placed on a flat, firm, and
stable surface resting level on all four supports. The floor must be
strong enough to support a fully loaded cabinet. Use wood or metal
shims to level the freezer if necessary.
Do not place the freezer close to heat sources (heater, stove, boiler,
chimney, etc.), and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. This
appliance uses the exterior walls to transfer heat from the inside of
the cabinet. Ensure that there is adequate space between the freez-
er and neighboring walls or large objects. A minimum spacing of 3
inches (7.5 cm) is highly recommended. This will provide sucient
airflow around the appliance resulting in more ecient operation and
longer appliance lifetime. Always keep the air vent openings of the
compressor housing cover free from dust and obstructions.
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PARTS LIST
PARTS LIST
1: Lid
2: Handle
3: Lock
4: Keys
5: LED light
6: Drain
AC/DC plug
(optional for on-grid
use) *sold separately
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1
2
5
9
3
10
8
11
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7: Wheels
8: Glass sliders
9: Control panel
10: Left hinge
11: Right hinge
12: Basket
13: Ice tray
14: DC Power Cable
15: Ice scraper
16: AC/DC Plug
(optional for
on-grid use)
2 x S t o r a g e
Baskets
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INSTALLING THE HANDLE
1. Place the handle over the
screw holes located on the
lid.
2. Screw in the two screws &
place the caps over to cover
(provided).
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THIS FREEZER MUST NEVER BE CONNECTED DIRECTLY
TO ANY AC (alternating current) POWER SOURCE!
THE FREEZER MUST ONLY BE CONNECTED TO A 12V OR 24V DC
POWER SOURCE, SUCH AS A SOLAR
BATTERY SYSTEM OR CHARGE CONTROLLER.
THE FREEZER WILL AUTOMATICALLY OPERATE ON EITHER 12V OR
24V DC. THE USER DOES NOT NEED TO MAKE ANY ADJUSTMENT.
ATTENTION: Polarity is important in wiring this DC appliance. Be sure
that the positive terminal of the battery or charge controller coincides
with the positive wire to the compressor, and the negative terminal of
the battery or charge controller coincides with the negative wire to
the compressor. The leads should be connected using cable shoes and
screwed connections. Joined leads should be avoided.
+ to + and - to -
positive to positive / negative to
negative (red wire) / (black wire)
DC POWER CONNECTION
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM
IN-LINE FUSE
For 12V/24V operation, use a 15A fuse. 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.
RED
ROUGE
BLUE
BLEU
GREEN
VERT
FAN/VENTILATEUR
DC 12V/24V
CONTROLLER
RÉGULATEUR
DIGITAL THERMOSTAT
THERMOSTAT NUMÉRIQUE
12V
RED BLACK
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OPERATING
VOLTAGE
FUSE
12 V / 24 V 15 A
DC POWER CONNECTION continued
ATTENTION
If a longer connection cable is necessary, the cable cross section
(or gauge) must be equal to or greater than the cable sizes recom-
mended on the following table. Be careful that the input voltage at
the appliance does not drop below the cut-out voltage of the com-
pressor.
CABLE SIZE 12V CABLE
LENGTH
24V CABLE
LENGTH
AREA AWG
mm2/inch Gauge m ft m ft
2.5 / 3/32”12 2.5 8 5 16
4 / 5/32”12 4 13 8 26
6 / 15/64”10 6 19.5 12 39
10 / 25/64”8 10 32.8 20 65.6
LOW VOLTAGE DISCONNECT
The compressor electronics includes a low voltage disconnect fea-
ture. If the input voltage to the appliance falls below 10.4V (in 12 V
mode) or 22.8V (in 24 V mode), the compressor will shut-o. Once
the voltage increases above 11.7V (in 12V mode) or 23.4V (in 24V
mode), the compressor will resume normal operation.
This feature is designed to protect the system battery from experi-
encing too low a depth of discharge.
12 V OPERATION 24 V OPERATION
SHUT-OFF 10.4 V 22.8 V
RESTART 11.7 V 23.4 V
REPLACING THE FUSE
Remove 3 screws from grates to access
the 15A fuse.
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