KICKASS Fridge/Refrigerator User Manual

June 6, 2024
KICKASS

Fridge/Refrigerator

FRIDGE / FREEZER
OPERATION MANUAL
Please read all instructions and the safety section carefully before using your new KickAss® refrigerator.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FEATURES

1

IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS

1

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2

CONTENTS IN THE BOX

3

SETUP

4

ELECTRICAL

4

BATTERY PROTECTION VOLTAGES

5

CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

5

CONTROL PANEL

6

OPERATION – GENERAL

7

MAIN POWER PANEL

8

ACCESSORY SOCKET PANEL

8

DRAINAGE BUNG

8

FRIDGE COVER

9

OPERATION – BLUETOOTH

10

TROUBLESHOOTING BLUETOOTH APP

11

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

12

TROUBLESHOOTING

12

ERROR CODES

13

WIRING DIAGRAM – SINGLE ZONE

14

WIRING DIAGRAM – DUAL ZONE

15

WARRANTY STATEMENT

16

Thank You For Purchasing A KickAss® Fridge / Freezer
Features: Digital electronic thermostat with LED temperature display Bluetooth for remote control and monitoring of the fridge with your smartphone Reliable refrigeration system using the Secop compressor Efficient electronic technology, low energy consumption Multi-voltage system (DC 12-24 Volt) and (AC 100-120/220-240 Volt) Anderson power connection and accessory socket outlets Adjustable low voltage battery protection
Please ensure all safety and operational instructions are read carefully to get the maximum benefit from your new fridge.
IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS
Warning! – Safety Directive Failure to observe this directive could lead to serious injury.
Caution! – Safety Directive Failure to observe this directive could lead to injury or damage to the appliance.
Note! – Important Information Failure to observe this note may lead to damage to the appliance or impede performance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Do not touch exposed cables.
WARNING: Do not use fridge if you suspect any connections could be wet.
WARNING: When using the fridge in the vehicle or boat, please make sure the circuit being used is fused. If using a 240V AC power source ensure the supply is fitted with a residual current device.
CAUTION: Any installation of DC power systems should be handled by a qualified professional. Make sure the source voltage is correct. The technical data label has the voltage data. Do not place any electrical devices inside the refrigerator as moisture could harm these devices.
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. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or 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. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
WARNING: fill with potable water only. Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as ­ staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; ­ farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; ­ bed and breakfast type environments; ­ catering and similar non-retail applications.
The appliance contains fluorinated greenhouse gases. Chemical name of the gas: R134a Fluorinated greenhouse gases are contained in hermetically sealed equipment. An electrical switchgear has a tested leakage rate of less than 0.1 % per year as set out in the technical specification of the manufacturer.
CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device. Please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.
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CONTENTS IN THE BOX

KickAss® Fridge / Freezer – Main Unit

240 Volt AC Power Cable

12 Volt DC Anderson Power Cable

Heavy Duty Protective Fridge Cover

12 Volt DC Anderson to Cigarette Plug Adapter

3

SETUP
GENERAL
Note! – Your refrigerator requires good ventilation, especially around the vents of the refrigerator; allow a gap of at least 200mm around the vents. Caution! -Humidity inside the appliance can form frost and impair cooling. Do not allow frost to build up. Never clean the appliance using a hose and never submerge the unit in any liquid.
Avoid placing your refrigerator near a heat source. This helps the refrigerator to work more efficiently and keep the contents cool. Place the refrigerator on a flat surface and away from any edges. When using the fridge in a vehicle, please use a fastening device to secure it. Caution! – The appliance can only be connected to one power source at a time. Note! – Water resistant rating IPX4. Note! – Suitable for camping use.
ELECTRICAL Power: The electronic control module controls the compressor motor and includes three stage battery protection. When the input voltage drops below the minimum, the compressor will cut out; when the voltage rises to the cut-in value, the compressor will restart automatically. Battery Protection: The Secop Compressor requires approximately 10.6Volts (12Volt System). Note: The early warning alarm will sound off every 4 seconds for 30 minutes before the compressor shuts off. If an alternative power source is not found, the early warning alarm will sound off every 8 seconds for 30 mins until the unit has no more power.
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BATTERY PROTECTION VOLTAGES

Voltage Setting
Low Level Medium Level
High Level

Turn Off Compressor (to protect battery)

12V Battery Protection
Early warning alarm system will notify before turning off compressor (to protect battery)

10.3V

10.6V

11.1V

11.3V

11.6V

11.9V

Turn On Compressor
11.4V 12.2V 12.7V

Voltage Setting
Low Level Medium Level
High Level

24V Battery Protection

Turn Off Compressor (to protect battery)

Early warning alarm system will notify before turning off compressor (to protect battery)

21.5V

23.3V

23.6V

24.5V

24.8V

Turn On Compressor
23.0V 25.3V 26.2V

CABLE SPECIFICATION
The DC cables must have a suitable cross-section for their length, according to this table:

Cable Area

12V Max Cable Length*

24V Max Cable Length*

Note! The length is from the battery to the refrigerator.

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CONTROL PANEL

SINGLE ZONE
881848C

CCOOMMPRESSOR

HIGH MED LOW

DUAL ZONE
881848C

COMPRESSOR

HIGH MED LOW

-82828C8

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OPERATION – GENERAL

TURN FRIDGE ON OR OFF
CHECK VOLTAGE OF THE FRIDGE
SET BATTERY PROTECTION LEVEL
CHECK FRIDGE BLUETOOTH ID

WHEN FRIDGE IS OFF, HOLD POWER BUTTON FOR 3 SECONDS TO TURN ON. WHEN FRIDGE IS ON, HOLD POWER BUTTON FOR 3 SECONDS TO TURN OFF.

8888

8.2878487

TAP THE BATTERY BUTTON AND THE LCD DISPLAY WILL SHOW THE CURRENT VOLTAGE OF THE FRIDGE.

HIGH MED LOW

BEEP

HIGH MED LOW

HIGH MED LOW

WAIT

HOLD THE BATTERY BUTTON FOR 3 SECONDS, YOU WILL HEAR A BEEP, THEN TAP THE BATTERY BUTTON TO SCROLL TO THE OPTIONS (HIGH, MED & LOW). THEN WAIT TO SAVE CHANGES.
HIGH SETTING WILL ALLOW THE FRIDGE TO DRAIN THE BATTERY ONLY IF THE BATTERY LEVEL IS HIGH. MED SETTING WILL ALLOW THE FRIDGE TO DRAIN THE BATTERY ABOUT HALFWAY LOW SETTING WILL ALLOW THE FRIDGE TO DRAIN THE BATTERY TO LOW TO KEEP ITSELF RUNNING.

8888

80808C8S

PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST ADD THE NUMBERS ’00’TO THE START OF THE BLUETOOTH ID. PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO THE DIGITAL DISPLAY, THE LETTERS b, B AND O CAN BE MISTAKEN FOR THE NUMBERS 8, 6 AND 0.

TAP THE COOLING SPEED BUTTON AND THE LCD DISPLAY WILL SHOW THE FRIDGE’S BLUETOOTH ID.

SET FRIDGE COOLING SPEED

BEEP

WAIT

HOLD THE COOLING SPEED BUTTON FOR 3 SECONDS, YOU WILL HEAR A BEEP, RELEASE THEN TAP THE COOLING SPEED BUTTON TO SCROLL TO THE OPTIONS (QUICK, NORM & ECO). WAIT TO SAVE CHANGES. QUICKLY COOL THE FRIDGE WITH MUCH MORE BATTERY DRAIN. NORMAL COOLING SPEED WITH NORMAL BATTERY DRAIN. SLOWEST COOLING SPEED WITH THE MOST ECONOMICAL BATTERY DRAIN.

8-82808C 8-81878C
LEFT BIN RIGHT BIN

8-82808C 8-81878C

OR

LEFT BIN

RIGHT BIN

8-82808C
LEFT BIN

8-81858C
RIGHT BIN

SETTING TEMPERATURE FOR A ZONE

8-82808C 8-81878C

OR

LEFT BIN

RIGHT BIN

8-82828C 8-81858C

LEFT BIN

RIGHT BIN

WAIT

TO CHANGE TEMPERATURE SETTINGS FOR EACH ZONE, START BY HOLDING THE SETTINGS BUTTON FOR 3 SECONDS THEN THE RIGHT BIN LCD NUMBERS WILL FLASH. TAP UP OR DOWN BUTTONS TO ADJUST TO THE DESIRED TEMPERATURE FOR THE RIGHT BIN. TAP THE SETTINGS BUTTON AGAIN AND THE LEFT BIN LCD NUMBERS WILL NOW FLASH. TAP UP OR DOWN BUTTONS TO ADJUST THE LEFT BIN TO THE DESIRED TEMPERATURE. AFTER YOU ARE SATISFIED, JUST WAIT TO SAVE THE CHANGES YOU MADE.

TURNING ON OR OFF THE LEFT BIN

8-82808C
LEFT BIN

8-81858C
RIGHT BIN

8-8-8-8-
LEFT BIN

8-81858C
RIGHT BIN

8-82808C
LEFT BIN

8-81858C
RIGHT BIN

PRESS BOTH THE SETTINGS BUTTON AND THE UP BUTTON FOR 3 SECONDS. THE LEFT BIN LCD DISPLAY WILL SHOW DASHES TO INDICATE THE LEFT BIN IS TURNED OFF. REPEAT THE SAME PROCESS TO TURN THE LEFT BIN BACK ON.

TURNING ON OR OFF THE RIGHT BIN

8-82808C
LEFT BIN

8-81858C
RIGHT BIN

8-82808C
LEFT BIN

8-8-8-8-
RIGHT BIN

8-82808C
LEFT BIN

8-81858C
RIGHT BIN

PRESS BOTH THE SETTINGS BUTTON AND THE DOWN BUTTON FOR 3 SECONDS. THE RIGHT BIN LCD DISPLAY WILL SHOW DASHES TO INDICATE THE RIGHT BIN IS TURNED OFF. REPEAT THE SAME PROCESS TO TURN THE RIGHT BIN BACK ON.

NOTE ON TURNING OFF BOTH BINS

8-82808C
LEFT BIN

8-8-8-8-
RIGHT BIN

8-8-8-8-
LEFT BIN

8-81858C
RIGHT BIN

8-82808C
LEFT BIN

8-8-8-8-
RIGHT BIN

YOU CAN ONLY TURN OFF ONE BIN AT A TIME. TRYING TO TURN OFF BOTH BINS WITH THIS METHOD WILL AUTOMATICALLY TURN ON THE OTHER BIN. IF YOU WANT TO TURN OFF BOTH BINS SIMPLY TURN OFF THE FRIDGE.

PRESS AND HOLD BUTTON

TAP BUTTON

BEEP HOLD AND WAIT FOR THE BEEP

WAIT AND DON’T PRESS ANYTHING
WAIT

MAIN POWER PANEL

OFF ON
OVERRIDE SWITCH

BACK TOP VIEW
FRONT

MAKE SURE YOU DON’T HAVE ANY OBSTRUCTIONS NEAR THE FRIDGE VENT HOLES TO AVOID OVER HEATING. ABOUT A MINIMUM OF 5 INCHES OF CLEARANCE IS NEEDED.

For emergency purposes (faulty operation or control panel not working properly) there’s an override switch users can use. To access the override switch you need to remove the cover, the override switch is not visible or accessible until the cover is removed. You can flick the override switch to bypass the control panel and force the fridge to cool up and freeze what you have in the fridge. This will however only freeze the zone of the fridge that is currently turned on before flicking the override switch. NOTE: If the override switch is turned on, the control panel will show the temperature and voltage but you will not be able to set them

ACCESSORY SOCKET PANEL

12V/24V ACCESSORIES/ CIGARETTE SOCKET 15A

DUAL USB SOCKET 2A

The front accessory panel comes with a cigarette socket and 2 usb sockets. This will only work if the DC 12/24V Anderson Connector on the side is attached to a power source. The output of these sockets are dependant on the power supply attached to the DC 12/24V Anderson Connector on the side. If it’s connected to a 12V source, the output is 12V, if its connected to a 24V source, the output will be 24V. WARNING * If it is connected to a 24V source, ensure that all 12V devices are disconnected that are not rated for 24V.

DRAINAGE BUNG

8

VELCRO VELCRO

HOW TO PUT THE FRIDGE COVER ON
We recommend having 2 people lift the fridge together when putting the fridge cover on as the unit is heavy.
VELCRO
Important Note – Please remove the cover of the fridge once a month and wipe any condensation or moisture build up off of the fridge and the cover. If using the drainage bung please remember to remove the fridge from the cover and wipe any excess liquid from the fridge once done.
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OPERATION – BLUETOOTH
This fridge has been designed with the latest bluetooth technology to remote control and monitor temperature from your smartphone. To get started please download the KA FRIDGE app from the Google Play store or the Apple iTunes Store.
Once the APP is installed please follow these easy instructions to be able to control and monitor your fridge.

Turn on your phone’s bluetooth and location services.

Tap on the “Connect To Fridge” on the phone when the fridge appears in the app.
myfridge

123456

Connect with the fridge by entering an alias for the fridge and then

enter the verification code. Method for acquiring verification code

is explained below.

0898868

COMPRESSOR

0898868

HIGH MED LOW

fig. 1

After powering on the Kickass Fridge, press the button on the right corner of control panel (cooling speed button) and then the display will show four characters as the Bluetooth ID (Verification Code) from control panel.
In the example on fig. 1, the bluetooth/verification code is 0986.

KickAss0986
FRIDGE NAME

myfridge 123456

ALIAS
000986
VERIFICATION CODE

CANCEL

CONTINUE

fig. 2

On the login screen (fig. 2) enter the verification code using the 4 characters you have obtained on the fridge control panel (fig. 1).
When adding the verification code, add leading “00” in front of the 4 characters you have. In our example we have obtained 0986 on the control panel, adding 2 zeroes in front, our verification code is 000986.

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Device Connected

Help

myfridge
CURRENT TEMP
24°C
LEFT BIN
10°C Tap to turn off the bin

FRIDGE CONNECTED

USER MANUAL

POWER

CURRENT TEMP
24°C
RIGHT BIN
10°C Tap to turn off the bin

TEMP DOWN

TEMP UP

TEMP DOWN

TEMP UP

BATTERY PROTECTION

24.80V
VOLTAGE

HIGH MED LOW

SWITCH BATTERY PROTECTION

COOLING SPEED

ADVANCED SETTINGS

TOGGLE COOLING SPEED

ADVANCED SETTINGS

POWER ON/OFF FRIDGE ALIAS FRIDGE ZONE TEMP
FRIDGE ZONE TEMP ADJUST
SWITCH BATTERY PROTECTION LEVEL
ADVANCE SETTINGS COOLING SPEED ADJUST

Y POWER ON/OFF – Turn off the fridge Y FRIDGE ALIAS – Bluetooth connection name Y FRIDGE ZONE TEMP – Display current zone
temperature. Y FRIDGE ZONE TEMP ADJUST BUTTONS – Adjust a
zone’s current temperature with the TEMP UP and TEMP DOWN buttons. Y SWITCH BATTERY PROTECTION LEVEL – Adjust the level of drain allowed for the fridge on the connected battery. Y COOLING SPEED ADJUST – Adjust the compressor cooling speed for the fridge. Y ADVANCE SETTINGS BUTTON – Switch to the graph screen to check the fridge performance Y TEMPERATURE METRIC – Switch view of the graph screen to either show as Fahrenheit or Celsius.

Fig. 1.1 – Single Zone App Screen

Fig. 1.2 – Dual Zone Graph Screen

Fig. 1.3 – Single Zone Graph Screen

Fig. 1.4 – Temperature Metric

TROUBLESHOOTING THE BLUETOOTH APP
Question : I can not see or connect the Bluetooth APP Make sure Bluetooth is turned on, on your device. Make sure you are in range of the fridge (normally around 10-20meters) Make sure you are using the correct verification code for the Bluetooth APP Try turning the Bluetooth off and on.
If the above failed then follow the below steps: Uninstall the APP or close all APPs in the background Turn both the fridge and the phone off for a couple of minutes. Re-install the APP
If you are still having problems please do not hesitate to contact Kickass.
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Clean the appliance inside and out with a damp cloth after every use. If it is dirty, use sodium bicarbonate dissolved in lukewarm water to clean the unit. Note! Never use abrasive products, detergents or soap. After washing, rinse with clean water and dry carefully. Do not leave the refrigerator off with food inside or lid closed. Caution! Never clean the appliance under running water. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or hard objects during cleaning as these can damage the refrigerator.
TROUBLESHOOTING
The appliance is not turning on Hold ON button Check the power supply Check if the plug and the socket have a good connection Check if the fuse requires replacement
The food inside is frozen The setting temperature is too low ** Check the set temperature and if above freezing, please contact us.
Bad performance in refrigeration The temperature setting is inappropriate The lid is unlocked/or open The lid seal is broken Problems arising from poor ventilation Too much food has been placed inside the refrigerator There is too much warm product inside There is a heat source near the unit
The sound of water can be heard from inside the unit This is normal, due to the flow of the refrigerant
Unusual noise when refrigerator is working Check if the surface the refrigerator is on is level Loose componentry inside the refrigeration compartment (see a service agent)
PLEASE NOTE : This fridge is fitted with an automatic 60 second re-start delay. This will be activated if your fridge enters an error mode. This is to protect the fridge if an error has occurred.
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ERROR CODES

Error Code Error 1 Error 2 Error 3
Error 4 Error 5 Error 6/7

Error type can be read out on the control display
Battery protection cut-out Please check the source voltage to ensure it is above the cut out.
Try lowering the voltage cut out setting to LOW The vehicle cabling may be inadequate/unsuitable. Please refer
to cable specification table for correct cable thickness (Page3) Try on a different power source
Fan issue Fan is drawing too many Amps(Over 1 Amp)
Contact Kickass
Compressor Start Issues Unplug for 10 minutes Try on a different power source Possible electronic box or compressor fault
Contact Kickass
Compressor speed is too low Unplug for 10 minutes Reduce product load inside unit Move unit to a lower ambient temperature Clean vents/ensure clear air- flow over compressor
Ambient Temperature too high Clean Vents/ensure clear air flow
Thermostat failure Check if the NTC thermistor has a short circuit or has
no connection

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WIRING DIAGRAM – SINGLE ZONE

AC 100-240V

50/60HZ

L

ADAPTER

N

-+ DC 12/24V

-+

12V

F+

F-

USB

D

C

P

T

TEMP. SENSOR

2

1 BK

BK

RD

BK

21 P3
1 2 P5

+-

D C P T 21

P1

P2

CONTROL AND OPERATION UNIT

P7

P4

21

21

RD BK DOOR SW LAMP

DOOR SW LAMP

COMPRESSOR UNIT
MOTOR FAN

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WIRING DIAGRAM – DUAL ZONE

AC 100-240V

50/60HZ L

N

ADAPTER

-+ DC 12/24V

12V USB

TEMP. SENSOR

2

1 BK

TEMP. SENSOR

BK

2

1 BK

BK

F+ FD C P T
COMPRESSOR UNIT

21 P3
1 2 P5

21

+-

P6

P1

D C P T 21 P2

CONTROL AND OPERATION UNIT

P7

P4

21

21

2 P9 1

MOTOR FAN
ELECTROMAGNETIC VALVE

RD DOOR SW LAMP
BK

RD DOOR SW LAMP
BK

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FRIDGE/FREEZER RANGE
WARRANTY STATEMENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS
KickAss® undertakes to the original purchaser that this product is sold free of defect in materials and/or workmanship under normal use for a period of 5 YEARS. Subject to the following: –
Y The warranty period commences from the date of purchase by the original purchaser from an authorised KickAss® dealer.
Y KickAss® will honour this warranty on presentation of proof of purchase of the unit to KickAss® or its approved service agent. The service agent may be requested to provide KickAss® with a photocopy of the proof of purchase to obtain approval to proceed prior to warranty being honored.
Y Please submit a warranty form via warranty.australiandirect.com.au for details and the name of an authorized service agent or refer to list provided. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to freight the unit to and from the service agent.
Y KickAss® will not be held responsible for any damage or loss suffered or cost incurred whilst fridge is in transit.
Y Warranty repairs may only be carried out by an authorised service agent. Y KickAss® will not reimburse repair claims carried out by unauthorized service
agents. Any unauthorized tampering with any part of the unit will automatically void the warranty. Y Service agents may charge a fee for viewing or testing the unit. This is not covered by KickAss® or this warranty and is payable at the service point unless authorized by KickAss®. Y Any KickAss® authorized service centre in Australia will be able to carry out the service of your unit. If a repair needs to be undertaken and is covered in terms of this warranty a Warranty Authorization Number must be obtained prior to commencement of any work.
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KickAss® will not accept a warranty claim if:
1. Modifications have been carried out to the unit without KickAss® written authority. 2. Damage to or failure of the unit has been caused in KickAss® opinion by incorrect, extreme or
unreasonable use. 3. Damage to or failure of the unit has been caused in KickAss® opinion by misuse, neglect, accident,
impact or similar cause. Refer the preventative maintenance guidelines. Y KickAss® has total discretion on the variation of the warranty terms. Y Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for major failure and for 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 the failure does not amount to a major failure. Y The above warranty conditions are in addition to any other rights and/or remedies as per the applicable law. Y Failure to follow the guidelines/recommendations in this manual may void the warranty. Y This warranty cannot be varied by others.
For warranty, please visit kickass.com.au/warranty
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