MaxxHome 20316 Thermoelectric Refrigerator Instruction Manual

: June 3, 2024
: MaxxHome

Table of Contents

PARTS & FEATURES
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
PROBLEMS WITH YOUR REFRIGERATOR
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS
References
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Thermoelectric refrigerator

BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW
ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

PARTS & FEATURES

1. Temperature Control Knob
2. LED Light
3. Cold Sink Fan Mask
4. Shelf| 5. Legs
6. Hinge Cover
7. Door
8. Door Gasket
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WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions:

Read all the instructions before using the refrigerator.
DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned appliances are still dangerous, even if they will “just sit in the garage for a few days”.
Before you throw away your old refrigerator: Take off the door. Leave the shelf in place so that children may not easily get inside the refrigerator.
Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the refrigerator.
Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire or explosion hazard.
Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other refrigerator. The fumes can create a fire or explosion hazard.
Do not repair or replace any part of the refrigerator or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in published user-repair instructions. Replace the fuse with the same type.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or a 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.
This appliance may be used by children aged 8 years or older and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or a lack of experience and knowledge if they have been supervised or instructed in the safe use of the appliance and understand the hazards arising therefrom.
Children must not be allowed to play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children without supervision.

Warning: Risk of fire / flammable materials

WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socket outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Before Using Your Refrigerator

Remove the exterior and interior packing.
Check that you have all of the following parts:
- 1 Shelf
- 1 Instruction manual
Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth.

Installing Your Refrigerator

This appliance is designed to be free-standing only, and should not be partially or fully recessed (built-in).
Place your refrigerator on a floor that is strong enough to support the refrigerator when it is fully loaded.
Allow 5 inches of space around the back and sides of the refrigerator, which allows the proper air circulation to cool the heat sink.
Locate the refrigerator away from direct sunlight and sources of heat (stoves, heaters, radiators, etc.). Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption. Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the refrigerator not to perform properly.
This refrigerator uses thermoelectric refrigeration technology (no compressor) and is not designed for storage in hot areas like garages, warehouses or outdoors, since it is designed to operate at a maximum of 30 degrees below the ambient temperature.
Avoid locating the refrigerator in moist areas.
Plug the refrigerator into a dedicated, properly installed, grounded wall outlet. Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord plug. Any questions concerning power and/or grounding should be directed toward a certified electrician or an authorized Products service center.
After plugging the appliance into a wall outlet, allow the unit to cool down for 2-3 hours before placing food in the refrigerator compartment.

Electrical Connection

WARNING

Improper use of the grounded plug can result in risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced by an authorized Products service center.
This refrigerator should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this refrigerator is equipped with a three-prong plug which mates with standard three-prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock.
Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord supplied.
The cord should be secured behind the refrigerator and not left exposed or dangling to prevent accidental injury.
Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the receptacle.
Do not use an extension cord with this appliance. If the power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance.

Reversing the Door Swing of Your Appliance
This unit has the capability of opening the door either from the left or the right side. The unit is delivered to you with the door opening from the left side. Should you desire to reverse the opening direction, please follow the instructions.
Note: Before reversing the door, the power must be shut off. All parts removed must be saved for reinstalling the door. This unit has been built with the door hinges on the right. If you wish to change the opening direction, follow the instructions below:

Remove the upper hinge cover (6) first.
Remove the three screws (1) that hold the upper hinge (5) (right side) to the frame and take away the upper hinge (5) (right side).
Lift the door and place it on a padded surface to prevent scratching it.
Remove the three screws (8) that hold the lower hinge (2) and make sure to remove the lower hinge (2).
Remove the left front leg (4) and transfer it to the right side.
Remove the whole cover plate (7) at the right side.
Before placing the lower hinge (2), remove the bolt pin (9) and reverse the direction of the lower hinge (2). Then install the lower hinge (2) onto the left side of the lower frame with the three screws.
Insert the bolt pin into the lower hinge (2).
Set the door to its place in the lower hinge (2).
While holding the door in the closed position, secure the upper hinge (5) to the top frame of the left side with the three screws. Please remember not to tighten the three screws until the top of the door is leveled with the counter top.
Install the upper hinge cover (6) on the upper hinge.

OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Temperature Control

Setting the Temperature Control

Your refrigerator has only one control for regulating the temperature. The temperature control is located on the upper right side of the compartment.
To control the internal temperature, adjust the control knob according to the ambient temperature or purpose of use.
The first time you turn the unit on, set the temperature control to “Max”.
The range of the temperature control is from position “Min” to “Max”. The internal temperature of the thermoelectric refrigerator depends on the room temperature. The refrigerator can be adjusted in the range of 6°C-18°C (± 1°C) when it is located in a place with an ideal room temperature of 25°C. The first time you turn the refrigerator on, without putting any bottle inside it, the product will be cooled to 15°C after 1.5 hours and after ~2-2.5 hours more will reach the temperature programmed by the manufacturer.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Defrosting Your Refrigerator
This model uses a thermoelectric cooling system with and automatic defrosting system so there is no need to defrost it manually.

Cleaning Your Refrigerator

UNPLUG the refrigerator and remove the shelf.
Wash the internal surfaces with a warm water and baking soda solution. The solution should consist of about 2 tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in a quart of water.
Wash the shelf with a mild detergent solution.
The outer surface of the refrigerator should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water.
Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth before cleaning the area of the controls, or any electrical parts.
Wash the outer surface of the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.

CAUTION
Failure to unplug the refrigerator could result in electrical shock or personal injury.

Power Failure
Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect the temperature of your refrigerator if you minimize the number of times the door is opened. If the power is going to be off for a longer period of time, you need to take the proper steps to protect your food.

Vacation Time

Short vacations: Leave the refrigerator operating during vacations of less than three weeks.
Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all food and unplug the power cord. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold growth, leave the door slightly open (block it open if necessary).

Moving Your Refrigerator

Remove all the food.
Securely tape down all loose items inside your refrigerator.
Tape the door shut.
Protect the outside of the refrigerator with a blanket or another similar item.

Energy Saving Tips

The refrigerator should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat-producing appliances, and out of the direct sunlight.
Overloading the refrigerator will force the thermoelectric cooling system to run longer.
Reduce door openings and extended searches, remove as many items as needed at one time, and close the door as soon as possible.
A characteristic of thermoelectric units is the length of time they require to recover from having the door opened and shut frequently. It may be necessary to wait longer for the temperature to return to its former level once the door has been opened for too long. This is normal for this type of units.
Thermoelectric technology costs just pennies to operate. It is environmentally friendly due to the lack of CFCs.

PROBLEMS WITH YOUR REFRIGERATOR

You can solve many common refrigerator problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling a service technician.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE
The refrigerator does not operate.	It is not plugged in.

The circuit breaker tripped or a fuse blew.
The appliance temperature control is set to the “OFF” position.
The refrigerator is not cold enough.| The room temperature is higher than normal.
The door is opened too often.
The door is not closed completely.
The temperature control is not set correctly.
The door gasket does not seal properly.
The refrigerator does not have the correct clearances.
Abnormal voltage.
Vibrations.| Check the refrigerator to ensure that it is level.
The door does not close properly.| The refrigerator is not level.
The door was reversed and not properly installed.
The gasket is dirty.
The shelves, bins, or baskets are out of position.

This thermoelectric cooling refrigerating appliance belongs in category 10 of household refrigerating appliances (other refrigerating appliances) according to the Commission Regulation (EC) No 643/2009.
‘Other compartment’ means a compartment, other than a wine storage compartment, intended for the storage of particular foodstuffs at a temperature higher than +14°C. The term ‘particular foodstuffs’ refers to Cabernet, claret, or other red wines.

WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS

This device includes a 2-year warranty from the date of purchase*, ONLY for any defect arising from a manufacturing defect or defective material. This warranty does not cover damages resulting from the faulty installation, improper use, or abnormal load of the product.

On presentation of your purchase ticket.

This device is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments;
farmhouses and by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential-type environments;
bed and breakfast type environments;
non-commercial applications in catering and similar businesses.

TECHNISCHE GEGEVENS
AC 220-240 V ~ 50 Hz, 60 W

ENVIRONMENT-FRIENDLY DISPOSAL
The symbol above and on the product means that the product is classed as Electrical or Electronic Equipment and should not be disposed of with household or commercial waste at the end of its useful life. The Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2012/19/EU) was put in place to ensure that products are recycled using the best available recovery and recycling techniques, minimising the impact on the environment, treating any hazardous substances, and avoiding the proliferation of landfill. Contact local authorities for information on correct disposal of Electrical or Electronic Equipment.

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