Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS 03 Important safety notes 07 Installation08 Parts list 08 Door removal and reversal instructions 10 DC power connection 12 Operation16 Cleaning16 Energy saving tips 17 Troubleshooting19 Appliance information 19 Parts diagram and list 22 Notes23 Contact us 23 Limited warranty Back T...
Page 3 - IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES; IMPORTANT: After transit where the fridge has been
3 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES Congratulations! You have purchased one of the most efficient refrigeration products available on the market today. The Unique 260L1 solar powered DC fridge is designed to provide years of ef- ficient trouble-free operation. The design is optimized for energy savings with an...
Page 4 - DO; continued
4 • 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 i...
Page 5 - DANGER OF SUFFOCATION
5 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 prod- uct dealer or Unique Off-Grid A...
Page 6 - DURING USE; Unauthorized; DISPOSING OF THE APPLIANCE; DANGER OF SUFFOCATION!
6 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 ...
Page 7 - INSTALLATION; UNPACKING AND CLEANING; should not
7 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. Keep children away from the packaging material - DANGER OF SUF- FOCATI...
Page 8 - DOOR REMOVAL AND REVERSAL
8 The default left side orientation of the door can be changed to the right side. Use the following procedure to change the side of the door hinge. Tools required: Slot screwdriver, Cross screwdriver, Spanner 1. Set the thermostat to the 0 position and disconnect the power plug from the electrical o...
Page 10 - ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM; and; to; positive to positive / negative to negative; THE FRIDGE MUST ONLY BE CONNECTED TO A 12V OR 24V DC; POWER SOURCE, SUCH AS A SOLAR; DC POWER CONNECTION; UGP-260L1 Schéma de Câblage
10 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM + to + and - to - positive to positive / negative to negative (red wire) / (black wire) THIS FRIDGE MUST NEVER BE CONNECTED DIRECTLY TO ANY AC (alternating current) POWER SOURCE! THE FRIDGE MUST ONLY BE CONNECTED TO A 12V OR 24V DC POWER SOURCE, SUCH AS A SOLAR BATTERY SYSTEM O...
Page 11 - A 15A fuse is provided with this fridge/freezer.; OPERATING VOLTAGE
11 IN-LINE FUSE A 15A in-line fuse is provided with this fridge in order to protect the wiring. For 12V 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. A 15A fuse is pro...
Page 12 - OPERATION
12 Your Unique fridge, like any battery-powered refrigerating appli- ance, requires different care than appliances plugged into an elec- tric utility. Prudent operation is the key to extended service. STARTING THE FRIDGE After the fridge has been properly connected to the 12 or 24 VDC power source, ...
Page 13 - ADJUSTMENTS
13 OPERATION continued ADJUSTMENTS As the ambient temperature changes with the season, it may be nec- essary to adjust the thermostat to achieve the proper internal tem- perature. If the room/ambient temperature approaches the appliance’s internal operating temperature, the appliance will not functi...
Page 14 - DEFROSTING; DISCONNECT; DEFROSTING THE UNIT
14 OPERATION continued DEFROSTING Before cleaning or repositioning the fridge, you must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electrical power supply. DEFROSTING THE UNIT The fridge compartment will become pro- gressively covered with frost. This should be removed periodically with a plastic scraper. Ho...
Page 15 - WATER CATCH BASIN
15 OPERATION continued LED Light WATER CATCH BASIN There is a water catch basin located at the back of the fridge for excess water or as a result of defrosting. The hot condenser coil runs into the water catch basin and evaporates the water slowly: NOTE: Take notice when doing a complete defrost as ...
Page 16 - Internal Cleaning
16 CLEANING • Do not install the fridge close to sources of heat, such as a stove, boiler, heater, chimney, etc, and avoid exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight. • Locate the appliance in a cool well-ventilated room and make sure that the air vents of the compressor housing cover are not ob- ...
Page 17 - TROUBLESHOOTING; PROBLEM
17 TROUBLESHOOTING Before contacting a service technician, your local product dealer or Unique Off-Grid Appliances, please check the following points. If you contact a technician to repair a fault listed below, or to repair a fault caused by misuse, abuse, or faulty installation, a charge will be ma...
Page 18 - CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
18 TROUBLESHOOTING continued CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES The following items are the responsibility of the customer and are not covered by the warranty:• Proper care and use of the appliance as described in this manual.• Damage to the interior or exterior finish or components after delivery. • Proper ...
Page 19 - PARTS DIAGRAM AND LIST
Page 20 - Description; UGP-BCD260JS-013 Thermostat regulator knob
20 Item # Part # Description 1 UGP-BCD260JS-001 Upper hinge cover 2 UGP-BCD260JS-002 Upper hinge group 3 UGP-BCD260JS-003 Plugs 7 UGP-BCD260JS-007 Adjustable foot 8 UGP-BCD260JS-008 Lower hinge parts 9 UGP-BCD260JS-009 Flange screw M5x16 10 UGP-BCD260JS-010 Low adjustable foot 11 UGP-BCD260JS-011 Sc...
Page 21 - UGP-BCD260JS-042 Compressor connect cable
21 PARTS DIAGRAM AND LIST continued Item # Part # Description 35 UGP-BCD260JS-035 Middle hinge 36 UGP-BCD260JS-036 Door switch 42 UGP-BCD260JS-042 Compressor connect cable 43 UGP-BCD260JS-043 The speed resistance cable 44 UGP-BCD260JS-044 Trouble light and cable 45 UGP-BCD260JS-045 Plug 46 UGP-BCD26...
Page 23 - Ownership
23 CONTACT US 260L1 SOLAR POWERED DC FRIDGE 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Unique Gas Products Ltd. warrants that this UNIQUE fridge is free from defects in material and workmanship under normal usage and service under the following terms:Parts Warranty This appliance has been designed for domestic househo...
Page 24 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS; MODEL
© 2017 Unique Gas Products Ltd., 2245 Wyecroft Road, Oakville, Ontario, Canada, L6L 5L7 www.uniqueoffgrid.com TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MODEL UGP-260L1 SIZE total: 9.0 cu/ft, 260 litres OPERATION •12V/24V DIMENSIONS (unboxed) H 64” x W 21.4” x D 22.4” H 163 cm x W 54.5 cm x D 57 cm WEIGHT 88 lbs./40 ...
