Manual: Fridge/Freezer FR100 (104 l)
Reliable solution for solar home systems (SHS), small shops, or drug stores
Please read the instructions carefully and thoroughly before using this product
Dear Customer,
Congratulations for your purchase of a Phocos product! Your new fridge freezer is a “state-of-
the-art” device which was developed in accordance with the latest available technical
standards. Please check for any transport damage caused to your appliance and if any, report
to the company dealer distributor you may have purchased from within 24 hours of delivery.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or communication capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance. The fridge freezer comes with a number of outstanding features, such as:
Very low energy requirement
12 V or 24 V DC operating voltage featuring low voltage shut off
Eco-friendly cooling agent with a low greenhous gas potential (R600a)
Mechanical, very reliable temperature control
Easy-to-clean aluminum lining
Lockable lid
For use even with high ambient temperatures
Adjustable interior temperature, usable as fridge or deep-freezer
High-efficiency cooling
The Phocos FR100 fridge freezer can be powered from one of two different energy
sources:
1. Continuous 12 or 24 V battery or power supply
2. Solar power, by means of PV modules, charge controller and 12 or 24 V battery
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
KEEP/SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
This manual contains important instructions for your fridge freezer that shall be followed
during installation, operation and maintenance.
Battery type: Lead acid (GEL, AGM, flooded, lithium)
Nominal voltage rating of the battery: 12 or 24 V
Battery fuse: Use a fast acting fuse with a minimum interruption rating capacity of 1000 A on
the battery side. We recommend that a fast acting melting fuse (e. g. car type fuses) is
placed as close as possible to the battery terminal. The maximum current rating should be 1.5
times the nominal current of the charge controller. For the fridge freezer, we recommend a
15 A type fuse!
Polarity: Ensure that the red cable from the unit is connected to the positive (+) pole and the
black cable to the negative (-) pole of the battery or power supply.
Please do not disassemble or attempt to repair Phocos products.
Please observe all instructions with regards to external fuses breakers as indicated.
Installation and maintenance notes
When installing or working on the PV system, please disconnect the PV (solar) modules from
the solar charge controller first, to prevent any damages!
Please verify that all cable wire connections are tightly fastened to the connectors binding
posts in order to avoid any bad or loose connections that could result in excessive heating.
Please install and operate the fridge freezer in a dry environment.
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 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
Operation of this device may produce high voltages which can cause severe injuries or death
in case of improper installation or operation of currents.
PV modules can generate high DC voltages!
Make sure that cables are always connected to the correct terminals. An electric shock can be
lethal. In general, any electric shock can be dangerous to your health.
CE labeling
The product is CE compliant.
Connecting
Getting Started
Unpack the fridge freezer and choose a well-ventilated location for placing it. Allow
sufficient clearance from the walls to dissipate heat, preferably 20 cm (8 inches) at the back
and the side. Keep your fridge freezer away from direct sunlight and other high temperature
sources like ovens and cooking ranges. Avoid damp, exposed locations. Avoid carpeted areas.
The cabinet must stand on an even base. If the base is uneven the cabinet can be adapted by
using the integrated adjustable feet. A stable installation minimizes noise and vibration.
Caution
To avoid the risk of children becoming trapped and therefore suffocating, do not allow them
to play or hide inside the cabinet.
1. When connecting to a steady 12 or 24 V power supply, please observe the following
diagram:
2. When connecting to a nominal 12 or 24 V battery system (solar), please observe the
following diagram:
Getting Connected
Leave the door open for a few hours. Use a soft cloth and a mild solution of liquid
detergent to clean the interior and exterior of the fridge freezer.
See electric connection instructions.
Set the temperature control knob:
Set the temperature control knob to the cooling level you want and load after running it
for 3 hours. The temperature control is located on the right side near the bottom of the
unit.
When the fridge freezer is switched on, you may hear a clicking sound, gas flow sound,
and compressor humming sound. These are normal sounds and not a cause for concern.
Caution
Do not keep hot (more than 50°C 122°F) or heavy (more than 10 kg 22 Ibs) objects on
top of the fridge freezer.
Do not keep lit candles on top of the fridge freezer or near the ventilation cover at the
right bottom side as this may cause a fire.
Are you moving your home or going on vacation?
Before moving, get the fridge freezer duly inspected and packed, this will keep it safe
during transportation.
The fridge freezer should always be transported in an upright position.
Remove all food items from the fridge freezer.
When not in use or when you are going on vacation (for more than a week), disconnect
the fridge freezer from the battery and leave the door ajar to avoid a stale odor or mold.
Please take care of the following before cleaning the fridge/freezer
Before cleaning, always switch off the energy supply and disconnect the fridge freezer
from the battery.
Take out all items from the fridge freezer.
Use mild liquid detergent solution or a synthetic detergent to clean all the parts, the
inside and the outside of the fridge freezer.
Wipe dry with soft cloth. Leave the door open for a while until fully dried.
Connect back energy source and switch on. Allow the fridge freezer to cool for 3 hours.
Optionally to polish the exterior, use liquid silicon or a good quality automotive or
appliance wax polish.
Do not use metal or sharp tools or electric heaters to defrost.
Error Description
In case of any difficulty, please refer to this trouble-shooting guide. You may well be able to
handle the problem by yourself and save time.
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