BRASS MONKEY GH1646 Dual Zone Fridge Freezer Instruction Manual

June 16, 2024
Brass Monkey

BRASS MONKEY GH1646 Dual Zone Fridge Freezer

Product Information

BRASS MONKEY GH1646 Dual Zone Fridge Freezer

  • Model: GH1646 & GH1648
  • Capacity: 80L / 100L
  • Type: Dual Zone Fridge/Freezer

Warnings & Safety Information:
WARNING
: The manufacturer is not responsible for any potential injury from misuse.

Before First Use:
Before using the product for the first time, please read the instruction manual carefully.

Features:
The portable dual-zone fridge/freezer comes with the following features:

  • Electronic device to control the compressor system and provide battery protection.
  • Power options: 240V mains power adaptor and 12/24V cigarette lighter/merit car charger.

Box Contents:

  • 1 x Portable Dual Zone Fridge/Freezer
  • 1 x 240V Mains Power Adaptor
  • 1 x 12/24V Cigarette Lighter/Merit Car Charger

Operation:

Power:
The electronic device controls the compressor system and provides battery protection. When the input voltage drops to the minimum, the compressor will stop. When the voltage returns to the normal value, the compressor will automatically restart.

Battery Protection:
Selecting the Low, Med, High positions of the switch allows you to choose different levels of battery protection. The following table shows the battery tension values for cut-out (when the compressor stops running) and cut-in (when the compressor restarts):

Level Low Med High
12V CUT-OUT 8.5V 10.1V 11.3V
12V CUT-IN 10.9V 11.4V 12.6V
24V CUT-OUT 21.6V 22.3V 24.3V
24V CUT-IN 23.0V 23.7V 25.7V

Battery Electric Power Display:
The product has a battery electric power display with 6  sections. Each section represents a specific battery level as shown in the table below:

Section Battery Level
1 9.7V
2 10.4V
3 11.1V
4 11.8V
5 12.5V
6 13.2V

If any button is pressed, the refrigerator will emit a buzzer alarm sound. When the battery level reaches 1, a buzzer alarm will sound.

Cable Length Specification:
The DC cables must have a suitable cross-section for their length. Refer to the table below for the recommended cable area (mm2) based on length:

Cable Area mm2 2.5 4 6 10
AWG 12 12 10 8
12V Max Cable Length (m)
12V Max Cable Length (ft)

FAQ:

  1. What is the capacity of the fridge/freezer?
  2. What are the power options for the product?
  3. How does the battery protection feature work?
  4. What are the battery tension values for cut-out and cut-in?
  5. How many sections does the battery electric power display have?
  6. What happens when the battery level reaches 1?
  7. What is the recommended cable area for different cable lengths?

WARNINGS & SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING : The manufacturer is not responsible for any potential injury from misuse

Warnings

  • Do not operate the appliance if it is visibly damaged.
  • Do not block the gaps of the fridge with things like pins or wires, etc.
  • Do not expose the appliance to rain or immerse it in water.
  • Do not place the appliance near naked flames or other heat sources (heaters, direct sunlight, gas ovens etc.)
  • Do not store any explosive substances like spray cans with a flammable propellant.
  • Ensure the supply cord is dry and not trapped or damaged. Do not locate multiple portable socket outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
  • Check the voltage specification on the type plate corresponds to that of the energy supply. The appliance is only to be used with the power supply unit provided with the appliance.
  • Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Once unpacked and before turning on, the appliance must be placed on a level surface for more than 6 hours.
  • Make sure that the appliance stays horizontal when it is running. The tilt angle must be less than 5° for long-time running and be less than 45° for short-time running.
  • Keep the ventilation openings in the unit casing or in the built-in structure free of obstacles.
  • Keep the appliance stable on the ground or in the car; Do not drain upside down.

Caution

  • Repairs may only be carried out by qualified personnel. Incorrect repair may cause danger. The lamp and supply cord must be replaced by the manufacturer or qualified persons.
  • The installation of DC power in a boat must be handled by qualified electricians.
  • Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
  • The appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they’ve been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the device in a safe way and understand the hazards.

Notice

  • Disconnect the power supply before each cleaning and maintenance and after every use.
  • Do not use sharp tools to defrost; Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
  • Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer: take off the doors: and leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
  • Check if the cooling capacity of the appliance is suitable for storing food or medicine. Food may only be stored in its original packaging or in suitable containers.
  • If the appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mold from developing within the appliance.
  • The appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
    • Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments;
    • Camping, Farmhouses, and by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential environments;
    • Bed and breakfast type environments;
    • Catering and similar non-retail applications.
  • Information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual reflect the most current available at the time of publication,are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Due to the flammable refrigerant and blowing gas contained in the device, comply with local regulations for disposal.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Before using your product, please read all the safety and operating instructions thoroughly. Please ensure you follow the steps below before using the product. We recommend you keep the original packaging for storing the product when not in use.
Please pay close attention to the section entitled Warnings & Safety Information. Find a safe and convenient place to keep this instruction manual for future reference.
Unpack the product but retain all packaging materials until you are satisfied that your new product is undamaged and in working order. Ensure you have all accessories listed in this manual.

FEATURES

  • LG compressor
  • APP control via Bluetooth
  • Superior electronic technology, high efficiency, low energy consumption
  • DC power connections
  • Powered by AC using the included AC to DC power adapter
  • Battery portection, protect your vehicle battery efficiently

BOX CONTENTS

  • 1 x Portable Dual Zone Fridge/Freezer
  • 1 x 240V Mains Power Adaptor
  • 1 x 12/24V Cigarette Lighter/Merit Car Charger

OPERATION

Power
The electronic device can control the compressor system and provide battery protection. When the input voltage drops to minimum, it can stop the compressor; when the voltage comes back to the normal value, the compressor will restart automatically.

Battery Protection
Selecting the Low, Med, High positions of the switch, you can choose different levels for battery protection. Below you can find the battery tension values when the compressor stops running (cut-out) and when the compressor restarts (cut-in).

Level 12V CUT-OUT 12V CUT-IN 24V CUT-OUT 24V CUT-IN
Low 8.5V 10.9V 21.6V 23.0V
Med 10.1V 11.4V 22.3V 23.7V
High 11.3V 12.6V 24.3V 25.7V

Battery electric power display

Buzzing
If you press any button, the refrigerator will have a buzzer alarm sound. When the battery level reaches 1, a buzzer alarm will sound.

Cable Length Specification
The DC cables must have a suitable cross-section for their length.

Cable Area 12V Max Cable Length 24V Max Cable Length
mm2 AWG m ft
2.5 12 <2.5 <8
4 12 < 4 <13
6 10 < 6 <20
10 8 <10 <33

The length is from the battery to the refrigerator.

Temperature setting

  • Temperature setting range: -20°C~20°C
  • The LCD Display range: -20°C~40°C
  • Press the + button or — button to adjust the temperature the unit aims to achieve. Press the button to increase or the — button to decrease the temperature.
  • Press the left bin + button and — button at the same time to cut off the left bin cooling (only right bin cooling).
  • Only set one temperature at a time.
  • Press the + button or — button to adjust the temperature the unit aims to achieve. Press the + button to increase or the — button to decrease the temperature.
  • ON/OFF Power Button: Press the ON/OFF button to turn the unit off, then press the ON/OFF button to turn the unit on.
  • If the power source is cut off or disconnected, the unit will switch off automatically and once the power is restored it will automatically switch back on with the same settings.
  • Press the Compressor Speed button to set the speed of the compressor, Max (3000 RPM), MIN (2000 RPM) the LCD light will show which speed is selected.
  • Press the Battery Protection button to set the voltage the fridge cuts out at, LOW, MED, or HIGH. The LCD light will show which voltage is selected.
  • Press the button then the light of the left and right bin turn on and the LCD will display, Press the button again, and the light turn off; If you forget to turn off the right, the light will turn off automatically in 3 minutes.
  • If the power supply is cut off, the refrigerator will switch on automatically when power is returned.

TROUBLESHOOTING

ISSUE SUGGESTED REMEDY
The refrigerator does not work •    Check if the switch is on.

•    Check if the plug and socket are connected well.

•    Check if the fuse has been burnt.

•    Check if the power supply is malfunctioned.

•    Switch on/off the fridge frequently may cause a start delay of the compressor

Refrigerator compartments are too warm| •    The lid is opened frequently.

•    A large amount of warm or hot food was stored recently.

•    The refrigerator has been disconnected for a long time.

Food is frozen| The temperature was set too low
There is a “water flow” noise from inside the refrigerator| It’s a normal phenomenon, caused by the flow of refrigerant.
There are waterdrops around the refrigerator casing or door gap| It’s a normal phenomenon, the moisture will condense to water when it touches a cold surface of the refrigerator.
The compressor is slightly noisy when starting| It’s a normal phenomenon, the noise will be reduced after the compressor works stably.
Code F1 displayed| Possible cause: low voltage to fridge.

Adjust the battery protection from High to Medium or from Medium to Low.

Code F2 displayed| Possible cause: The condenser fan is overloaded. Disconnect power to fridge for 5 minutes & re-start.

If the code shows again, contact the manufacturer for service.

Code F3 displayed| Possible cause: the compressor starts too frequently. Disconnect power to fridge for 5 minutes & re-start.

If the code shows again, contact the manufacturer for service.

Code F4 displayed| Possible cause: compressor not kicking in. Disconnect power to fridge for 5 minutes & re-start.

If the code shows again, contact the manufacturer for service

Code F5 displayed| Possible cause: overheating of the compressor & electronics. Disconnect power to fridge for 5 minutes & re-start.

If the code shows again, contact the manufacturer for service.

Code F6 displayed| Possible cause: no parameter can be detected by the controller. Disconnect power to fridge for 5 minutes & re-start.

If the code shows again, contact the manufacturer for service.

Code F7 or FS displayed| Possible cause: temperature sensor is faulty. Contact manufacturer for service.

CLEANING, CARE, STORAGE & MAINTENANCE

WARNING : Never use hard or sharp tools to remove ice or to loosen objects frozen in place.

Cleaning

  • Unplug the device first to avoid electric shock.
  • Use wet cloth to clean the device and dry it.
  • Remove the cover and drain from the hole at the bottom of the device.
  • Do not soak the device in water and do not wash it directly.
  • Do not use abrasive cleaning agents as these can damage the device.

Storage

  • If the device will not be in use for a long time, please follow the steps:
  • Turn off the power and remove the plug.
  • Remove all the items stored in the device.
  • Remove the cover and drain from the hole, wipe off excess water with a soft rag.
  • Leave the lid slightly open to prevent odor formation.
  • Put the device in a cool and dry place.

Defrosting

  • Humidity can form frost in the interior of the cooling device or on the evaporator, which will affect the cooling performance. Defrost the device regularly to avoid this.
  • Switch off the device.
  • Take out the contents of the device.
  • Keep the lid open.
  • Remove the cover and drain from the hole.
  • Wipe off the defrosted water.

SMART CONTROL – FRIDGE APP INSTRUCTIONS

Downloading the “BRASS MONKEY” Application

  • Using a pre-installed QR reader on your handheld smart device scan the QR code in the manual or on the carton, or search for the “BRASS MONKEY” APP in the iTunes App Store (for devices) or Google store (Android Devices)
  • Start the application and select the Search function.
  • The application will prompt you to pair the fridge by pressing the set button on the fridge’s control panel. Once the set button has been activated, the fridge will be paired with your smart device and the application will switch to a control panel allowing you to control the fridge’s functions.
  1. SET
  2. Freezer zone current temperature
  3. Refrigerator zone current temperature
  4. Battery protection model: High/Medium/Low
  5. Turn ON/OFF the fridge
  6. Current-voltage
  7. Battery capacity (Battery is not supported on this model)
  8. Freezer zone temperature setting
  9. Refrigerator zone temperature setting
  10. ECO( Energy-saving) / MAX(Fast cooling) mode switch
  11. Children’s Lock/ Unlock
  12. CeIsisus / Fahrenheit switch
  13. Unpair the device and return to Search

Note : * Click the lock icon on the APP to lock/unlock the control panel on the fridge, if locked, the fridge can only be controlled by the APP.

Please scan the QR code to download the APP

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Our product is guaranteed to be free from manufacturing defects for 3 years. If your product becomes defective during this period, Electus Distribution will repair, replace, or refund where a product is faulty; or not fit for the intended purpose. This warranty will not cover modified products; misuse or abuse of the product contrary to user instructions or packaging label; change of mind and normal wear and tear. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and failure does not amount to a major failure. To claim a warranty, please contact the place of purchase. You will need to show a receipt or other proof of purchase. Additional information may be required to process your claim. Any expenses relating to the return of your product to the store will normally have to be paid by you. The benefits to the customer given by this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies of the Australian Consumer Law concerning the goods or services to which this warranty relates.

Electus Distribution
Address 46 Eastern Creek Drive, Eastern Creek NSW 2766 Ph. 1300 738 555

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