COSTWAY JC-90 Beverage Refrigerator Cooler User Guide

COSTWAY JC-90 Beverage Refrigerator Cooler

Before You Start

• Please read all instructions carefully.
• Retain instructions for future reference.
• Separate and count all parts and hardware.
• Read through each step carefully and follow the proper order.
• We recommend that, where possible, all items are assembled near the area in which they will be placed in use, to avoid moving the product unnecessarily once assembled.
• Always place the product on a flat, steady, and stable surface.
• Keep all small parts and packaging materials for this product away from babies and children as they potentially pose a serious choking hazard.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING : Read all of the instructions before using this appliance. When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following.

1. Read all of the instructions before using this appliance.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and care guide.
3. This Beverage Cooler must be properly installed by the installation instructions before it is used. See grounding instructions in the installation section.
4. Never unplug your Beverage Cooler by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the outlet.
5. Repair or replace immediately, all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length, the plug, or the connector end.
6. Unplug your Beverage Cooler before cleaning or before making any repairs.
   • Note : If for any reason this product requires service, we strongly recommend that a certified technician performs the service.
7. If your old Beverage Cooler is not being used, we recommend that you remove the doors and leave the shelves in place. This will reduce the possibility of danger to children.
8. This Beverage Cooler should not be recessed or built-in in an enclosed cabinet. It is designed for freestanding installation only.
9. Do not operate your Beverage Cooler in the presence of explosive fumes.
10. Your Beverage Cooler was NOT designed to store perishable foods. Store only bottled or canned beverages.

DANGER: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old appliance, take off the doors. Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

Parts and Features

1. Wire Shelves
2. Tinted Double Pane Glass Door
3. Adjustable Leveling Feet
4. Drip Tray in Back (not shown)

Installing Your Beverage Cooler

Unpacking Your Beverage Cooler

1. Remove all packaging material. This includes the foam base and all adhesive tape holding the Beverage Cooler accessories inside and outside.
2. Inspect and remove any remaining packing, tape, or printed materials before powering on the Beverage Cooler.

Leveling Your Beverage Cooler

• Your Beverage Cooler has two leveling feet which are located in the front corners. After properly placing your Beverage Cooler in its final position, you can level your Beverage Cooler.
• Leveling feet can be adjusted by turning them clockwise to lower your Beverage Cooler or by turning them counterclockwise to raise your Beverage Cooler. The Beverage Cooler door will close more easily when the two front leveling legs are extended slightly.

Proper Air Circulation

• To ensure that your Beverage Cooler works at the maximum efficiency it was designed for, you should install it in a location where there is proper air circulation and electrical connections.
• The following are recommended clearances around the Beverage Cooler:
  • Sides…………2″ (50mm)
  • Top……………2″ (50mm)
  • Back………….2″ (50mm)
• Do not overfill your Beverage Cooler for proper cooling.

Note : If your Beverage Cooler has been tilted for any reason, wait 24 hours before plugging it in.

Drip Tray
Ensure the drip tray in the rear of the unit is in the proper position.

WARNING : ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENT – SHOCK HAZARD

Electrical Requirement

• Make sure there is a suitable power outlet (115 volts, 15 amps outlet) with proper grounding to power the Beverage Cooler.
• Avoid the use of three-prong adapters or cutting off the third grounding prong to accommodate a two-prong outlet. This is a dangerous practice since it provides no effective grounding for the Beverage Cooler and may result in a shock hazard.

Installation Limitations

• Do not install your Beverage Cooler in any location not properly insulated or heated (e.g., garage, etc.). Your Beverage Cooler was not designed to operate in ambient temperature settings below 55° F/13°C.
• Select a suitable location for the Beverage Cooler on a hard even surface away from direct sunlight or heat source (e.g., radiators, baseboard heaters, cooking appliances, etc.). Any floor unevenness should be corrected with the leveling feet located on the front and rear bottom corners of the Beverage Cooler.
• Your Beverage Cooler is designed for freestanding installation only. It is not designed for built-in applications.
  Note : This unit is for indoor use only.

Use of Extension Cord
Avoid the use of an extension cord because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot outlet that will accept the plug. The marked rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.

Shelving
(See Fig. #2)
To remove or replace a full-width slide-out shelf:

• Gently tilt the shelf up and slide forward until the shelf has been completely removed.
• To replace the shelf, gently slide the shelf back.

Normal Operating Sounds You May Hear

• Boiling water, gurgling sounds, or slight vibrations are the result of the refrigerant circulating through the cooling coils.
• The compressor makes operational sounds when cycling on and off.

Proper Beverage Cooler Care & Cleaning

Cleaning and Maintenance

WARNING:
To avoid electric shock, always unplug your Beverage Cooler before cleaning. Ignoring this warning may result in death or injury.

Caution:
Before using cleaning products, always read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions and warnings to avoid personal injury or product damage.

General:

• Prepare a cleaning solution of 3-4 tablespoons of baking soda mixed with warm water. Use a sponge or soft cloth, dampened with the cleaning solution, to wipe down your Beverage Cooler.
• Rinse with clean warm water and dry with a soft cloth.
• Do not use harsh chemicals, abrasives, ammonia, chlorine bleach, concentrated detergents, solvents, or metal scouring pads. Some of these chemicals may dissolve, damage, and/or discolor your Beverage Cooler.

Door Gaskets:

• Clean door gaskets every three months according to general instructions. Gaskets must be kept clean and pliable to ensure a proper seal.
• Petroleum jelly applied lightly on the hinge side of gaskets will keep the gasket pliable and ensure a good seal.

Defrosting Your Beverage Cooler
Your Beverage Cooler is designed with a manual defrost system. The Beverage Cooler surfaces will defrost when the unit is unplugged. Water from the unit is disposed of automatically, using being channeled onto a drip tray located on the compressor. Heat transfer from the compressor causes this water to evaporate.

Power Interruptions
Occasionally there may be power interruptions due to thunderstorms or other causes. Remove the power cord from Athe C outlet when a power outage occurs. When power has been restored, re-plug pthe ower cord to Athe C outlet.

Vacation and Moving Care
For long vacations or absences, empty contents from the Beverage Cooler, unplug the unit, and clean the Beverage Cooler and door gaskets according to the “General cleaning” section. Prop doors open, so air can circulate inside. When moving, always move the Beverage Cooler vertically. Do not move with the unit lying down. Possible damage to the sealed system could occur.

Troubleshooting

Beverage Cooler Does Not Operate

• Check if the Beverage Cooler is plugged in.
• Check if there is power at the AC outlet, by checking the circuit breaker.
• Check if the power pad is on.

The temperature appears too warm

• Frequent door openings.
• Allow time for recently added beverages to reach the proper temperature.
• Check gaskets for proper seal.
• Adjust the temperature control to a cooler setting.

The temperature is too cold

• If the temperature control setting is too cold, adjust to a warmer setting and allow several hours for the temperature to adjust.

The Beverage Cooler runs too frequently

• This may be normal to maintain a constant temperature during high temperatures and humid days.
• Doors may have been opened frequently or for an extended period.
• Check the gasket for a proper seal.
• Check to see if the doors are completely closed.

Moisture build-up on the interior or exterior of the Beverage Cooler

• This is normal during high-humidity periods.
• Prolonged or frequent door openings.
• Check door gaskets for proper seal.

The Beverage Cooler door does not shut properly

• Level the Beverage Cooler.
• Check for blockages.

USA office: Fontana
AUS office : Truganina
GBR office : Ipswich
FRA office : Saint Vigor d’Ymonville

If you’re having difficulty, our friendly customer team is always here to help.

• USA : cs.us@costway.com
• AUS : cs.au@costway.com
• GBR : cs.uk@costway.com
• FRA : cs.fr@costway.com

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