Installation and operating instructions
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1. Installation and operating instructions Steca PF166 and PF240 refrigerator freezer for 12 24 V DC Contents LEO MANO OP eege geed 3 CI PR A EE 3 er EE 3 1 3 Description of SV Ee EE 3 2 Safety enean AEE ERA 4 2 1 Dangers during installation and COMMISSIONING s ssssssensseneserenerenene 4 2 2 Exclusion of liability EE 4 3 Disposal E d e e E 5 4 Device and features overvieu NEEN 5 Be Ed E 6 0 e elen 01 pee eee en ee eee ee eee 6 6 1 Direct connection to the hatten 7 6 2 Connection to a charge controller with deep discharge protection 7 7 Operating the CVC See tegeegeegeeeehe lance Gegen 7 7 1 Switching the device on 7 OUT EE 7 7 2 Setting the temperature cccccccsececceeeeceeeeceeeeeseeeeesueeseueeeseeesseeeeaaaes 7 7 3 Temperature E TE 8 8 Menu de d S sists cece deren dese cde eaves ccenagedvicaee cnesseasiaactandeseatncerneenceeids 8 8 1 Setting the brgohtness 8 8 2 Setting the display of Celsius Fabrenhet 8 8 3 Setting refrigerator freezer mode cccceccccseececeeeeeeeseeeesaeeeeesaeeeeees 8 9 Power outage display sssrensesciennre eege 9 10 Notes on freezing and storage ENEE 9 KW 10 TA Baskets EE 10 he A E el E 10 11 3 Freezer tray depending on features 10 11 4 Cold storage accumulators depending on options ccceeeeeeees 10 UE e E ET 11 bk Be e Cut RE 11 13 1 Freezer Ug e EE 11 13 2 Refrigerator TUNCTON EE 11 m Cleaning Soe ee ee ee ee 11 UU 12 16 DSCOMIM2. This moisture is taken in by the StopFrost system so that only dry air remains in the inner compartment During pauses in the cooling process the dry air flows outside once more thus drying the dry cartridge 13 Defrosting 13 1 Freezer function Over longer operating periods a layer of frost and or ice forms on the inner walls This increases the energy consumption Regular defrosting should be done for this reason e Switch off the device for defrosting Remove the fuse and disconnect the bat tery or pull the power plug e Wrap the cooled frozen goods in paper or blankets and store them in the baskets in a cool place e Remove the partition wall or freezer tray and place it underneath the device so that the condensation water flows through the outflow opening and into the partition wall or freezer tray Pull the condensation water plug from the outflow opening e Leave the cabinet lid open during the defrosting process Mop up any remain ing condensation water with a cloth and clean the device CAUTION Never use a mechanical device or any other artificial aid for defrost ing other than those recommended by the manufacturer 13 2 Refrigerator function Depending on the humidity water will condense on the interior container The condensed water must be drained periodically e Remove the partition wall or freezer tray and place it underneath the device so that the condensation water flows through the outflow opening a
3. Wee Zeke p Wh day Wh day Wh day Wh day Wh day Internal temperature 3 C 82 125 163 236 351 p Wh day Wh day Wh day Wh day Wh day Internal temperature 10 C S Si a e E H Wh day Wh day Wh day Wh day Wb day 421 561 739 964 1246 Internal temperature 20 C Wh day Wh day Wh day Wh day Wh day 1300 1200 Wh d 1100 1000 900 800 700 600 500 400 300 200 100 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 BR Steca PF166 3 C Steca PF166 8 C Steca PF166 10 C Steca PF166 20 C Fig 1 Power consumption vs ambient temperature at different internal temperatures PF166 1300 o 1200 Wh d 1100 1000 900 800 700 600 500 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 Steca PF240 3 C Steca PF240 8 C Steca PF240 10 C Steca PF240 20 C Fig 2 Power consumption vs ambient temperature at different internal temperatures PF240 14 722 649 11 28 18 Certificates EC DECLARATION OF CONFIRMITY C EU KONFORMITATSERKLARUNG DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE DE LA CE Zertifikat Certificat Certificat Nr 056 0711 Die Firma The company Seca La soci t Steca Elektronik GmbH MammostraBe 1 87700 Memmingen Germany www steca com erklart in alleiniger Verant
4. 6 722 649 11 28 ENGLISH 6 1 Direct connection to the battery Z N CAUTION The device does not function gt Please pay attention to the correct polarity The compressor is switched off by the integrated deep discharge protection but the control unit remains in operation The alarm sounds when the temperature increases see chapter 7 3 NOTE Connection to the battery gt Select this type of connection when you wish to give your device a high priority in the solar energy system e g when you wish to cool freeze critical products 6 2 Connection to a charge controller with deep dis charge protection A CAUTION The device does not function gt Please pay attention to the correct polarity If the deep discharge protection of the charge controller completely switches off the cabinet power then the control unit also receives no power When the device is switched on again automatically the integrated power outage display see chapter 9 informs you of the internal temperature reached NOTE Connection to a charge controller gt Select this type of connection when you wish to give your device the same priority as other loads in the solar energy system e g when you wish to cool freeze non critical products 7 Operating the device 7 1 Switching the device on off The device can be manually switched on or off using the button On Off If the cabinet is switched off the minus sy
5. IMUISSIOINING E 12 be a ANG GAN Clic Cel ze psec ats cere eee sete em sec ee ac ea xc cece eee 13 I t cl tad gets Roles te eebe 13 KT e cinco eneceeeciosicinsamatmoventie sasdoave usd cbancetanoeaiensectnasecacupeeeaeaoe 13 17 3 Power consumpto csccsccs EE 14 Kee et Oe 15 2 722 649 11 28 Pictogram with corresponding warning symbol 1 About this manual 1 1 Applicability This manual describes the installation commissioning function operation maintenance and deinstallation of the refrigerator freezer When installing the remaining components e g the photovoltaic modules the cabling and other accessories be sure to observe the appropriate installation instructions provided by each manufacturer 1 2 Users Installation commissioning maintenance and deinstallation of the refrigerator freezer may only be done by trained personnel in accordance with the applicable on site installation regulations The professional personnel must be familiar with this operating manual and follow the instructions contained herein 1 3 Description of symbols 1 3 1 The structure of the warning notices Z N SIGNAL WORD Type source and consequences of the danger gt Measures for avoiding danger 1 3 2 Danger levels in warning notices Consequences resulting from non compliance Danger level Probability of occurrence AN DANGER imminent threat of danger death serious bodily injury AN WARNI
6. NG possible threat of danger death serious bodily injury AN CAUTION possible threat of danger minor bodily injury CAUTION possible threat of danger property damage 1 3 3 Notes NOTE Note on easier and safer working habits gt Measures for easier and safer working habits 1 3 4 Other symbols and markings Symbol Meaning gt call to action gt result of action action description list Emphasis on emphasis on issue at hand issue at hand 722 649 11 28 3 ENGLISH 2 Safety 2 1 Dangers during installation and commissioning The following dangers exist during installation commissioning of the refrigerator freezer and during operation in case of installation errors e To avoid personal and material damage the device should be unpacked and installed by two people e If the device is damaged contact the supplier immediately before connection e To ensure safe operation only install and connect the device according to the information in the operating instructions e Ifa fault occurs immediately remove power from the device Remove the fuse and disconnect the battery or pull the power plug e Only allow trained personnel to perform repairs and other internal work on the device otherwise this may result in significant danger for the users e Do not bring open flames or other ignition sources into the internal spaces of the device Ensure that the cooling circuit is not da
7. able danger of overheating e Take note of the cable cross section information in the table below when extend ing the power cable Cable sizes Vand S Cable length Cable length Cross section AWG mm Gauge m OR m ft 2 5 12 2 5 8 5 16 4 12 4 13 8 26 6 10 6 19 5 12 39 6 Connection The power type and voltage at the installation location must match the specifi cations on the type plate The type plate is located on the upper right side wall of the cabinet Z WARNING Risk of electrical shock and fire when connected to a voltage supply outside the specified range gt The cable provided must be connected to a 12 V or 24 V DC connection at the battery or the charge controller gt Please pay attention to the correct polarity blue and red NOTES Energy saving gt Avoid long and unnecessary opening of the lid gt Allow warm food to first cool to room temperature before storing it in the device gt Defrost the device when an ice layer has formed This improves the cooling transfer and reduces the energy consumption Operation as refrigerator gt If the device is used as a refrigerator inside temperature above 0 C 32 F humidity will condense on the interior container Drain condensed water periodically see chapter 13 Defrosting Do not store moisture sensitive goods directly on the bottom of the refrigerator but in a basket or with distance to the bottom
8. age This highest temperature is displayed for about one minute The electronics then display the actual cooling freezing temperature once more 10 Notes on freezing and storage e Store the same types of cooled frozen products together e The following products are suitable for freezing meat game poultry fresh fish vegetables fruit dairy products bread cakes and pastries con venience food e The following products are not suitable for freezing Cabbage or lettuce radishes grapes whole apples and pears fatty meat e Always pack food that you freeze yourself in household sized portions To ensure that the products quickly freeze to the core the following quantities per package should not be exceeded Fruit and vegetables up to 1 kg meat up to 2 5 kg e Blanch vegetables after washing and portioning place in boiling water for 2 3 minutes then remove and rapidly cool in cold water e Do not salt or season fresh food and blanched vegetables before freezing Other food should only be lightly salt and seasoned Seasoning changes the taste intensity e Commonly available freezer bags and reusable plastic metal and aluminium containers can be used for packaging e Do not allow unfrozen food to come into contact with already frozen food Always store dry packages to ensure that they do not freeze together e Always label the packaging with date and contents and never exceed the recommended maximum storage time
9. condensation water 11 4 Cold storage accumulators depending on options In the event of a power failure the cold storage accumulator delays the tem perature increase in the freezer compartment When switching on for the first time insert the accumulator in direct contact with the interior container side walls and the interior container floor so that it freezes quickly When the accumulator is completely frozen position it at the top of the interior container To do this place the freezer tray containing the accumulator in one of the top baskets If the freezer tray continues to be needed as a partition place the accumulator in the basket directly on top of the frozen goods N TY Ss 1 0 722 649 11 28 Y A AAN AZ N s e Ah a ENGLISH 12 StopFrost system The device has a new StopFrost system This system significantly reduces the build up of frost ice and condensation water so that defrosting is seldom necessary The lid can also be immediately reopened after filling the device with cooled frozen products since the StopFrost system provides immediate pressure com pensation once the lid is closed Function A connection is made between the internal and external environments via a dry cartridge foamed into the device lid In normal devices moist air is sucked in via the lid seals during the cooling phase which leads to the formation of frost and ice over time
10. es to flash until the alarm state is over 8 Menu functions The following functions can be set using the menu e The display brightness e Temperature display in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit e The use of the device as a refrigerator or freezer 8 1 Setting the brightness il gt Pressing the button Menu for 3 seconds brings you to the menu the b display F symbol flashes and b is displayed oF LI HI Pressing the button Menu again causes a 1 to appear in the display H The buttons Up Down allow a brightness value of 1 2 or 3 to be selected The higher the number the brighter the display peat P 4 gt Once the desired brightness has been set this has to be confirmed by F pressing the button Menu Pressing the button On Off returns you to the standard mode NOTE Energy saving gt The higher the brightness the higher the power consumption The factory set ting b1 is the power saving mode display F symbol flashes and b is displayed HI Pressing the button Up allows you to change from b to H H If you now press the button Menu then C appears Al The buttons Up Down can now be used to select between C and ge 5 gt Once the desired value has been set this is confirmed by pressing the button Menu Pressing the button On Off returns you to the standard mode 8 2 Setting the display o
11. f Celsius Fahrenheit H Pressing the button Menu for 3 seconds brings you to the menu the gt BR 8 3 Setting refrigerator freezer mode gt Pressing the button Menu for 3 seconds brings you to the menu dis p j play F symbol flashes HI Pressing the button Up causes H to appear H Pressing the button again causes F to appear LU UC 4 gt Pressing the button Menu again causes F H to display oF Cu oF BR CH 5 gt The buttons Up Down can now be used to select between refrigerator Refrigerator Freezer FO and freezer F g DI Once the desired value has been set this is confirmed by pressing the button Menu Pressing the button On Off returns you to the standard mode 8 722 649 11 28 lt ENGLISH 9 Power outage display If PS is shown in the display this means that A power interruption in the last hours or days has resulted in a temperature increase within the device This can occur as a result of e g deep discharge protection charge controller If you press the alarm off button while PS is displayed then the display shows the highest temperature reached during the power outage Depending on the level of warming or thawing you should check the quality of the food and de cide whether it can still be used even when the cabinet has returned to the set temperature long after the power out
12. late is located on the upper right side wall of the cabinet Keep the cabinet lid closed if a fault develops This delays the loss of cooling the temperature increase and a possible defrosting 16 Decommissioning If the device is to be placed out of operation for a long period of time Switch off the device remove the fuse and disconnect the battery or pull the power plug Clean the device and leave the cabinet lid open to avoid the formation of odors The seal integrity of the cooling circuit should be checked The device has RF suppression in accordance with EN 55014 which reflects the EC regulation 2004 108 EEC The manufacturer is continually developing and improving all types and models Please therefore understand that we must reserve the right to make changes in form features and technology 1 2 722 649 11 28 BENU GHEE Index HHH RIE Service Nr No Service IURRRDDR D UU Bo R 600a mo d WEW BNA ACH 99 999 999 9 _ ENGLISH 17 Technical data 17 1 Electrical data Steca PF166 PF240 System voltage 12 V 24 V Input voltage range 10 Vto 17V 17 V to 31 5 V Deep discharge protection 10 4 V 22 8 V Automatic switch on threshold 7 V 24 2 V Power consumption 40 100 W Recommended fuses 15A 7 5A 17 2 Device data Steca PF166 Steca PF240 Energy efficiency class A Cooling method compressor Automatic energy saving mode yes Energy op
13. maged when transporting and cleaning the device In case of damage keep ignition sources away and ventilate the room well e This device is not intended for persons or children with physical sensory or mental disabilities or who have inadequate experience and knowledge unless they are instructed in the use of the device or initially supervised by a person responsible for their safety Children should not be left alone with the device to ensure that they do not play with it e Avoid long term skin contact with cold surfaces or cooled frozen products This can lead to pain numbness and freezing Wear protective clothing e g gloves when longer skin contact is unavoidable e Do not immediately consume ice cream especially frozen drinks and ice cubes after removal or while they are still too cold The low temperatures can present a burn danger e Do not consume food that has been stored for too long it can lead to food poisoning e The device is intended for cooling and freezing food and for the preparation of ice products It is conceived for household use The applicable commercial regula tions must be observed when the device is used in a commercial environment e The appliance is designed for use in enclosed areas Do not operate the appliance outdoors or in areas where it is exposed to splash water or damp conditions e For lockable devices do not store the key near to the device or within the reach of children e D
14. mbol flashes to indicate that the cabinet is still connected to the power When the device is connected for the first time it must be manually switched on by pressing the button On Off On delivery the device is set to cool 8 C 46 F 7 2 Setting the temperature The standard internal temperature for normal operation is 8 C 46 F This value can be changed in the following manner e The desired internal temperature is set by pressing the buttons Up Down Pressing a button once causes the display to begin flashing If the button is pressed again while the display is flashing each button press increases reduces the value by 1 C 1 F e If no button is pressed within a period of 5 seconds the currently set value is adopted as the actual temperature NOTE Adjustable temperature range gt In refrigerator mode temperatures from 2 C 36 F to 12 C 54 F can be set and in freezer mode temperatures from 10 C 14 F to 20 C 4 F can be set 722 649 11 28 7 7 3 Temperature alarm The temperature alarm helps to protect your cooled frozen products and also helps to save energy The alarm sounds when the internal space is not cold enough The temperature display flashes at the same time or when too much warm air enters the cabinet while sorting placing or removing food Pressing the alarm off button mutes the alarm The temperature display contin u
15. nd into the partition wall or freezer tray Pull the condensation water plug from the outflow opening e Mop up any remaining condensation water with a cloth and clean the device NOTE gt Do not leave the condensation water plug removed permanently Otherwise humidity will flow into the device and will condense inside 14 Cleaning Always switch the device off before cleaning Remove the fuse and disconnect the battery or pull the power plug Clean the inner compartment accessories and outer walls with warm water and a small amount of detergent Never use cleaning agents containing sand or acidic chemical solvents CAUTION Danger of damage and personal injury gt Do not use steam cleaning devices e Ensure that no cleaning water penetrates into the electrical components or the ventilation grill e Thoroughly dry everything with a cloth e The inlet and exhaust grills must be regularly cleaned Dust deposits increase the energy consumption Ensure that no cables or other components are torn off or damaged 722 649 11 28 1 1 15 Faults Your device is designed and manufactured for a long fault free operating life If it seems as if a fault has appeared during operation please check whether this is perhaps due to an operating error since you must pay for any costs incurred if the fault was caused by an operating error even in the warranty period You can resolve the following faults yourself by isolating
16. ns The packaging is made from recyclable materials e Corrugated cardboard Cardboard e Moulded polystyrene parts e Polyethylene plastic e Polypropylene reinforcing straps Z N WARNING Packaging material is not a toy for children danger of suffocation from plastic gt Bring the packaging to an official recycling centre The worn out device The device still contains valuable materials and is not to be disposed of in the normal household waste e Render worn out devices unusable Pull the power plug cut the power cable and make the lock unusable to prevent children from locking themselves inside e Ensure that the cooling circuit of the worn out device is not damaged when being transported to prevent uncontrolled escape of the refrigerant it con tains data on type plate and oil e Information on the coolant used is on the type plate e Worn out devices must be professionally disposed of in accordance with local regulations and legislation D 4 Device and features overview Temperature adjustment button Up Down On Off button Alarm off button Alarm Temperature display C Temperature display F Menu button for configuration Menu Digital temperature display Minus display Operating and monitoring element Type plate Motor space ventilation grill Condensation water outflow external Condensation water outflow internal and plug Lock NOTE Be
17. o not store explosive substances or spray cans with inflammable materials such as propane butane pentane etc in the device Escaping gases can be ignited by electrical components These types of spray can be recognized by the contents printed on the can or by a flame symbol Do not use electrical equipment within the device e The appliance is not suitable for operation in potentially explosive atmospheres 2 2 Exclusion of liability The manufacturer cannot monitor the compliance to this manual as well as the conditions and methods during the installation operation usage and mainte nance of the refrigerator freezer Improper installation of the system may result in damage to property and as a result in bodily injury Therefore we assume no responsibility and liability for loss damage or costs which result or are in any way related to incorrect installation improper operation and incorrect use and maintenance Similarly we assume no responsibility for patent right or other right infringements of third parties caused by usage of this refrigerator freezer The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the product technical data or assembly and operating instructions without prior notice gt As soon as it becomes evident that safe operation is no longer possible e g if there is visible damage remove the device from the power supply im mediately 4 722 649 11 28 3 Disposal instructio
18. of the frozen products e Do not freeze bottles and cans containing carbonated liquids They may burst e Only thaw the quantity that you currently actually require Prepare thawed food as quickly as possible for consumption 722 649 11 28 9 ENGLISH 11 Features 11 1 Baskets The baskets make sorting easier The upper baskets can be hung by the handle on the cabinet frame The lower baskets stand on the floor of the device or on the inwardly pivoted handles of the lower baskets Press the handle down then lift and pivot inwards Simply grasp the handle from above to remove the lower baskets 11 2 Lock The lock is equipped with a safety mechanism Locking the appliance 1 gt Press the button and keep it depressed 2 gt Turn the key 90 11 3 Freezer tray depending on features The freezer tray can either be suspended on the basket or can be slid into the interior container and used as a partition The freezer tray allows you to gently freeze fruit e g berries fruit pieces herbs and vegetables for garnishing Loosely distribute the cooled frozen products on the freezer tray the fruit do not stick together and largely retain their original form Allow to freeze for 10 to 12 hours then pack into freezer bags or contain ers and store in a basket You can also use the trays as partition walls This allows you to create two differ ent temperature zones The freezer trays can also be used to catch
19. sure to close the condensation water outflow opening in the base of the device d gt Be sure to close the condensation water outflow opening in the base of the device using the plug provided before commissioning the device This is impor tant for proper functioning of the device 722 649 11 28 5 ENGLISH 5 Installation e Avoid installation locations in direct sunlight or next to stoves heating or similar heat sources e The floor at the installation location should be level and flat Install the device a sufficient distance from the wall so that the lid can open and close unhin dered e Do not cover the gap between the lower edge of the cabinet and the floor because the chiller must be provided with cooling air e The minimum clearance between the ventilation grill and the wall is 20 cm This clearance must always be maintained and the ventilation grill must not be covered e Do not obstruct the outer cladding of the device A minimum all round clear ance of 20 mm must be maintained to ensure adequate heat dissipation e According to the EN 378 standard the installation room for the device must have a volume of 1 m per 8 g of R 134a coolant so that if a leak develops in the cooling circuit no inflammable gas air mixture can result in the installation room Information on the coolant volume can be found on the type plate e Do not connect the device together with other devices using an extension c
20. the possible causes gt The device does not work the display is completely switched off even the minus sign does not flash Check gt the correct polarity of the power connection gt the fuse in the power cable of the device gt the battery cables gt The device makes too much noise Check gt whether the device stands securely on the floor gt whether neighbouring furniture or objects are being set in vibration by the running coolant compressor Note that flow noises within the cool ing circuit cannot be avoided gt The temperature is not low enough Check gt the settings in the Setting the temperature section gt whether the correct values have been set gt whether the battery voltage is perhaps too low gt whether excessively large quantities of fresh food have been stored check the display again in 24 hours gt whether a separate thermometer not included shows the correct value gt whether the installation location is close to a heat source gt F4 appears in the display gt A fault may have developed in the temperature sensor The device continues to operate in emergency mode Avoid opening the lid too frequently or for too long Please contact your specialist dealer If none of the abovementioned causes exist and you cannot resolve the problem yourself then please contact your specialist dealer Provide them with the type designation index and device number shown on the type plate The type p
21. timized speed control Full digital and electronic control system Configurable yes Display digital temperature display in lid Celsius Fahrenheit temperature display adjustable Display brightness adjustable Usable cooling volume 166 litre 5 9 ft 240 litre 8 5 ft3 Refrigerator or freezer function adjustable Adjustable internal temperature yes Refrigerator temperature range 2 C 36 F 12 C 54 F Freezer temperature range 20 C 4 F 10 C 14 F Ambient temperature range 10 C 50 F 43 C 109 F Hanging baskets 2 Freezer trays 3 Lock yes Cold battery External dimensions A xB x C 91 7 x 67 2 x 70 9 cm 36 1 x 34 3 x 27 9 inch 91 9 x 128 8 x 76 cm 36 2 x 50 7 x 29 9 inch Weight 47 kg 104 Ibs 62 kg 137 Ibs 722 649 11 28 ENGLISH 17 3 Power consumption Steca PF166 Ambient temperature Int temperature 8 C Se ie tose a ae nternal temperature Wh day Wh day Wh day Wh day Wh day Int temperature 3 C We es Dee SE Se Merna temperature Wh dau Wh day Wh day Wh day Wh day Internal temperature 10 C e SE SC Sep Se nternal temperature Wh day Wh day Wh day Wh day Wh day 346 454 589 756 964 Internal temperature 20 C Wh den Wh day Wh day Wh day Wh day Steca PF240 Ambient temperature Internal temperature 8 C K W Iz
22. wortung dass folgendes Produkt olar hereby certifies on its responsibility that the following product PF 166 se d clare seule responsable du fait que le produit suivant PF 240 auf das sich diese Erkl rung bezieht mit folgenden Richtlinien bzw Normen bereinstimmt which is explicitly referred to by this Declaration meet the following directives and standard s qui est l objet de la pr sente d claration correspondent aux directives et normes suivantes Elektromagnetische Vertr glichkeit Richtlinie 2004 108 EG Electromagnetic Compability Directive Compatibilit l ctromagnetique Directive Europ ische Normen 77 European Standard Norme europ enne DIN EN 55 014 Die oben genannte Firma h lt Dokumentationen als Nachweis der Erf llung der Sicherheitsziele und die wesentlichen Schutzanforderungen zur Einsicht bereit Documentation evidencing conformity with the requirements of the Directives is kept available for inspection at the above company En tant que preuve de la satisfaction des demandes de s curit la documentation peut tpe chez la soci t sousmentionn e Memmingen 18 07 2011 ay Griepgntroy Entwicklungsleiter Ee 722 649 11 28 722649
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