Getting Started; Connecting Your Fr-B Refrigerator/Freezer Electrically - Phocos FR-B Serie Betriebsanleitung

loose connections that could result in excessive heating.
Please install and operate the refrigerator/freezer in a shaded, dry environment at all times for best performance.
Flammability
The cooling circuit of this product contains flammable substances. Do not attempt to disassemble the cooling circuit.
If a leak is detected, ensure that there is no source of sparks or heat in the vicinity and contact your Phocos dealer.
In accordance with the EN 378 standard, the room of installation for the fridge/freezer must have a volume of 1 m³ per
8 g of R600a refrigerant to ensure safe operation at all times. This is to ensure that if a leak develops in the cooling
circuit, no flammable gas-air mixture may result in the room.
Information on the actual refrigerant weight contained in this product can be found on the type plate located on the
back of the fridge/freezer.
High Voltage Risks
PV modules can generate high DC voltages! Operation of this device may produce high voltages created by connected
PV panels, which can cause severe injuries or death in case of improper installation or operation of currents.
Make sure that cables are always connected to the correct terminals. An electric shock can be lethal!
CE Labeling
The product is CE compliant.

2. Getting Started

Before making electrical connections and operating your FR-B Refrigerator/Freezer, please follow the below steps:
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Unpack the FR-B Refrigerator/Freezer
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Leave the FR-B Refrigerator/Freezer door open for 2-3 hours prior to filling with contents.
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Use a soft cloth and a mild solution of liquid detergent to clean the interior and exterior of the FR-B
Refrigerator/Freezer prior to first use.
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Choose a well-ventilated location for installation.
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Allow sufficient clearance from the walls to dissipate heat, preferably 20 cm (8 inches) at the back and the
sides.
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Keep your FR-B Refrigerator/Freezer away from direct sunlight and high temperature sources like ovens and
cooking ranges.
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Avoid damp, unsheltered locations.
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Avoid carpeted areas.
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Utilize the integrated adjustable feet to achieve a level installation that minimizes noise and vibration.
CAUTION: Never allow children to play or hide inside the FR-B Refrigerator/Freezer cabinet to avoid risk of
injury and/or suffocation.

3. Connecting Your FR-B Refrigerator/Freezer Electrically

To connect to a 12V or 24 V battery system, please follow the below steps:
1. Remove compressor/control access panel with a Phillips head screwdriver.
2. Locate electrical connection wires inside compressor/control compartment.
3. Connect and secure the red (positive) wire to the corresponding positive terminal of the battery/solar charge
controller avoiding contact to any other wires or terminals. Ensure the positive wire conductors are secure
and undamaged before proceeding to Step 4.
4. Connect the black (negative) wire to the corresponding negative terminal of the battery/solar charge
controller avoiding contact to any other wires or terminals. Ensure the negative wire conductors are secure
and undamaged before proceeding to Step 5.
5. Replace the compressor access panel with a Phillips head screwdriver avoiding compression or damage to
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