POLAR GE580 950 Litre Upright Display Cooler with Light Box Instruction Manual

Display Cooler

Instruction manual

Model:

GE580/GE581/GM813/GM814

Safety Instructions

• Position on a flat, stable surface.

• A service agent/qualified technician should carry out installation and any repairs if required. Do not remove any components or service panels on this product.

• Consult Local and National Standards to comply with the following:
  – Health and Safety at Work Legislation
  – BS EN Codes of Practice
  – Fire Precautions
  – IEE Wiring Regulations
  – Building Regulations

• DO NOT immerse in water, or use steam/jet washers to clean the unit.

• DO NOT cover the appliance when it is operating.

• Always carry, store and handle the appliance in a vertical position.

• Never tilt the appliance more than 45° from the vertical.

• Not suitable for outdoor use.

• Keep all packaging away from children. Dispose of the packaging in accordance with the regulations of local authorities.

• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a POLAR agent or a recommended qualified technician in order to avoid a hazard.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the 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.

• POLAR recommend that this product is connected to a circuit protected by an appropriate RCD (Residual Current Device).

• Polar recommend that this appliance should be periodically tested (at least annually) by a Competent Person. Testing should include, but not be limited to: Visual Inspection, Polarity Test, Earth Continuity, Insulation Continuity and Functional Testing.

Warning: Risk of Fire

• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
  Warning: Keep all ventilation openings clear of obstruction. Unit should not be boxed in without adequate ventilation.

• Warning: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

• Warning: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

• Warning: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance.

Introduction

Please take a few moments to carefully read through this manual. Correct maintenance and operation of this machine will provide the best possible performance from your POLAR product.

Pack Contents

The following is included:

• Display Cooler
• Instruction manual

POLAR prides itself on quality and service, ensuring that at the time of unpacking the contents are supplied fully functional and free of damage.

Should you find any damage as a result of transit, please contact your POLAR dealer immediately.

Installation

Note: Not for use in vans or trailers, food trucks or similar vehicles.
If the unit has not been stored or moved in an upright position, let it stand upright for approximately 12 hours before operation.
If in doubt allow to stand.

1. Remove the appliance from the packaging and the protective film from all surfaces.
2. Avoid positioning the cooler in direct sunlight or damp areas.
3. To optimize performance and longevity, ensure a minimum clearance of 2.5cm is maintained between the unit and walls and other objects, with a minimum 20cm clearance on the top. NEVER LOCATE NEXT TO A HEAT SOURCE.
4. Set the brakes on the castors to keep the appliance in position.

Note: Before using the appliance for the first time, clean the shelves and interior with soapy water then dry well.

Operation

Turn On

1. Close the doors of the appliance.
2. Connect the appliance to a mains power supply.
3. Turn the light switches On [I] or Off [O] as desired.

Control Panel

Set the Operating Temperature

1. Hold the SET button for 3 seconds. The display will flash.
2. Press the or buttons to display the required temperature.
3. Press the SET button to store the temperature.

Manual Defrost

The appliance will automatically run a defrost cycle every 4 hours.
To manually defrost the appliance: Press and hold the defrost button “ ” for 2 seconds to begin a manual defrost. The defrost light illuminates.

Cleaning, Care & Maintenance

• Switch off and disconnect from the power supply before cleaning.
• Clean the interior of the appliance as often as possible.
• Do not use abrasive cleaning agents. These can leave harmful residues.
• Always wipe dry after cleaning.
• If left unused for any length of time, store the appliance with the door ajar.

Condensation and ice will form with frequent and prolonged opening of the doors.
Operating outside of the recommend temperature range and placing next to a heat source will also increase the amount of ice and condensation.
Excessive ice will result in longer running times that will increase energy consumption and increase the deterioration of components.

Troubleshooting

A qualified technician must carry out repairs if required.

plugged in correctly and switched on
Plug or lead is damaged| Replace Plug or lead
Fuse in the plug has blown| Replace the fuse
Mains power supply fault| Check mains power supply
Appliance is noisy or works intermittently| Appliance is not level| Check installation position and change if necessary
The appliance is touching a neighbouring object| Check installation position and change if necessary
Cooler cabinet is not cold enough| Temperature set incorrectly| Check temperature and reset if necessary
External environment may require colder temperature| Check temperature and reset if necessary
The door is opened too often| Only open when necessary
Door seal is worn| Replace the seal
Condensation| Condensation may occur when the humidity is high and water particles in the air contact with cold surfaces. This is normal, just wipe away with a dry cloth

Technical Specifications

Note: Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specifications herein may be subject to change without notice.

Impact of temperature settings on food waste:

In order to reduce food waste from decomposition or dehydration, this appliance should be operated in its designated operating range.

Optimum temperature for food storage: 6°C

To order spare parts please contact your Polar Stockist:

https://www.polar-refrigerator.com/stockist

Minimum period of spares parts to be available:

Door handles, door hinges, knobs, dials and buttons, door gaskets, peripheral trays, baskets and racks for storage, as appropriate to the appliance, will be made available to both end users and professional users for a minimum of eight years after the last unit of the model is placed on the market. A broader selection of parts will also be made available to Professional users for this period.

Model information can be found on the product database:

https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/screen/product/refrigeratingappliancesdirectsalesfunction

Model information can be found on the product:

The Model Identifier can usually be found on the inside wall and on the reverse of the unit.

Note: Polar offers a 2 year minimum warranty, please contact the authorised representative for more details.

Electrical Wiring

POLAR appliances are supplied with a 3 pin BS1363 plug and lead.

The plug is to be connected to a suitable mains socket.

POLAR appliances are wired as follows:

• Live wire (coloured brown) to terminal marked L
• Neutral wire (coloured blue) to terminal marked N
• Earth wire (coloured green/yellow) to terminal marked E

This appliance must be earthed.

If in doubt consult a qualified electrician.

Electrical isolation points must be kept clear of any obstructions. In the event of any emergency disconnection being required they must be readily accessible.

Disposal

EU regulations require refrigeration product to be disposed of by specialist companies who remove or recycle all gasses, metal and plastic components.

Consult your local waste collection authority regarding disposal of your appliance. Local authorities are not obliged to dispose of commercial refrigeration equipment but may be able to offer advice on how to dispose of the equipment locally.

Alternatively call the POLAR helpline for details of national disposal companies within the EU.

Compliance

The WEEE logo on this product or its documentation indicates that the product must not be disposed of as household waste. To help prevent possible harm to human health and/or the environment, the product must be disposed of in an approved and environmentally safe recycling process. For further information on how to dispose of this product correctly, contact the product supplier, or the local authority responsible for waste disposal in your area.

POLAR parts have undergone strict product testing in order to comply with regulatory standards and specifications set by international, independent, and federal authorities.

POLAR products have been approved to carry the following symbol:

All rights reserved. No part of these instructions may be produced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of POLAR.
Every effort is made to ensure all details are correct at the time of going to press, however, POLAR reserve the right to change specifications without notice.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Chilled Display refrigerator:
‘G SERIES’ Upright Display Cooler with Light Box 950L- Hinged Door
‘G SERIES’ Upright Display Cooler with Light Box 950L – Sliding Door
‘G SERIES’ Upright Display Cooler with Light Box Hinged Door – Black
‘G SERIES’ Upright Display Cooler with Light Box Sliding Door – Black| GE580 (-E & -A)
GE581 (-E & -A)
GM813 (-E & -A)
GM814 (-E & -A)
Application of Territory Legislation & Council Directives(s)| Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008
(BS) EN 60335-1:2012 +A11:2014 +A13:2017
(BS) EN 60335-2-89:2010 +A1:2016 +A2:2017
(BS) EN 62233:2008
Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2014/30/EU – recast of 2004/108/EC
Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 (S.I. 2016/1091)
(BS) EN 55014-1:2017
(BS) EN 55014-2:2015
(BS) EN 61000-3-2:2014
(BS) EN 61000-3-3:2013
Ecodesign energy-related products Directive 2009/125/EC; Regulation (EU) 2019/2024 – Ecodesign direct sales refrigerators
ISO 23953-2:2015 Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) 2015/863 amending Annex II to Directive 2011/65/EU
Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous
Substances in Electrical and Electronic
Equipment Regulations 2012 (S.I. 2012/3032)| Electrical Safety
IEC 60335-1:2010 +A1:2013 +A2:2016
IEC 60335-2-89:2010 +A12012 +A2:2015
EN 62233:2008
Electromagnetic Compatibility
EN 55014-1:2017
EN 55014-2:2015
EN 61000-3-2:2014
EN 61000-3-3:2013
Producer Name| Polar

I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Territory Legislation, Directive(s) and Standard(s).

Date
Signature
Full Name
Position
Producer Address

30th August 2022

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Ashley Hooper | Eoghan Donnellan| Brendan Denmeade
Technical & Quality Manager| Commercial Manager/ Importer| Commercial Manager/ Responsible Supplier
Fourth Way, Avonmouth, Bristol, BS11 8TB United Kingdom| Unit 9003, Blarney Business Park, Blarney, Co. Cork Ireland| 15 Bagdally Road, Campbelltown NSW 2560

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FR| 01 60 34 28 80
BE-NL| 0800-29129
BE-FR| 0800-29229
DE| 0800 – 1860806
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ES| 901-100 133

http://www.polar-refrigerator.com/

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References

• Polar Refrigeration - Commercial Refrigeration
• Polar Refrigeration - Commercial Refrigeration

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