POLAR CM433-A / CM434-A Chest Freezer Instruction Manual

: June 7, 2024
: Polar

Table of Contents

Safety Tips
Installation
Cleaning, Care & Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Compliance
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Documents / Resources

Chest Freezer
Instruction manual
Model: CM433-A / CM434-A

Safety Tips

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 – Fire Precautions – Wiring Regulations – Building Regulations
DO NOT use jet/pressure washers to clean the appliance.
DO NO T use the appliance outside.
DO NOT use this appliance to store medical supplies.
DO NOT allow oil or fat to come into contact with the plastic components or door seal. Clean immediately if contact occurs.
Always carry, store and handle the appliance in a vertical position and move by holding the base of the appliance.
Always switch off and disconnect the power supply to the unit before cleaning.
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.
Polar recommends 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 Test.

Caution 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. The 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, unless they are the type recommended by the manufacturer.

Product Description
CM433-A – POLAR 200 litre Display Chest Freezer
CM434-A – POLAR 270 litre Display Chest Freezer

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:
Polar Chest Freezer
Instruction manual
POLAR prides itself on quality and service, ensuring that at the time of packaging 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

Control Panel (CM434-A)

Note: If the unit has not been stored or moved in an upright position, let it stand upright for approximately 12 hours before the operation. If in doubt allow standing.

Remove the appliance from the packaging. Make sure that all protective plastic film and coatings are thoroughly removed from all surfaces.
Maintain a distance of 20cm (7 inches) between the unit and walls or other objects for ventilation. NEVER LOCATE NEXT TO OR NEAR A HEAT SOURCE.
Note: Before using the appliance for the first time, clean the baskets and interior with soapy water.
Set the brakes on the castors to keep the appliance in position.

Operation
Control Panel (CM433-A)

Control Panel (CM434-A)

Storing Food

To get the best results from your POLAR appliance, follow these instructions:

Only store foodstuffs in the appliance when it has reached the correct operating temperature.
Do not place uncovered hot food or liquid inside the appliance.
Wrap or cover food where possible.
Do not obstruct the fans inside the appliance.
Avoid opening the doors for prolonged periods of time.

Turn On

Close the lid of the appliance.
Turn on the appliance.
Set the thermostat to the desired temperature.

Defrost

POLAR recommend defrosting the appliance when any frost builds up inside the freezer reaches 5mm thick. To do this switch the freezer off at the power supply.

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.
Clean the door seal with warm water only.
Always wipe dry after cleaning.
Do not allow water used in cleaning to run through the drain hole into the evaporation pan.
Take care when cleaning the rear of the appliance. Sharp edges can be cut.
A POLAR agent or qualified technician must carry out repairs if required.

Cleaning the Condenser
Periodically cleaning the condenser can extend the life of the appliance.

Troubleshooting

If your POLAR appliance develops a fault, please check the following table before making a call to the Helpline or your POLAR dealer.

Fault| Probable Cause|

Solution

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The appliance is not working| The unit is not switched on| Check the unit is plugged in correctly and switched on
Plug or power cord is damaged| Call POLAR agent or qualified Technician
Power supply| Check power supply
The appliance turns on, but the temperature is too high/low| Too much ice on the evaporator| Defrost the appliance
Condenser blocked with dust| Clean the Condenser
The lid does not shut properly| Check lid is shut and seals are not damaged
The appliance is located near a heat source or airflow to the condenser is being interrupted| Move the freezer to a more suitable location
Ambient temperature is too high| Increase ventilation or move the appliance to a cooler position
Appliance is overloaded| Reduce the amount of food stored in the appliance
The appliance is leaking water| The appliance is not properly levelled| Adjust the screw feet to level the appliance (if applicable)
The appliance is unusually loud| Loose nut/screw| Check and tighten all nuts and screws
The appliance is not installed in a level or stable position| Check installation position and change if necessary
No display on the control panel| Flat battery| Replace with LR44 1.5V battery

Technical Specifications

Model| Voltage| Power| Current| Temperature
Range| Capacity
(liters)| Refrigerant| Dimensions
H x W x D mm| Weight
(kg)
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CM433-A| 220-240VA,
50Hz| 200W| 1.1A| -24 to -18°C| 200| R600a 75g| 907 x 953 x 553| 42
CM434-A| 220-240W’
50Hz| 250W| 1.7A| -24 to -18°C| 270| R290 80g| 887 x 1195 x 654| 60

Electrical Wiring
The plug is to be connected to a suitable mains socket.
POLAR appliances are wired as follows:

Live wire (colored brown) to the terminal marked L
Neutral wire (colored blue) to the terminal marked N
Earth wire (colored 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.

Compliance

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

Conformiteitsverklaring

Equipment Type|

Model

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Display Chest Freezer – 200Ltr
Display Chest Freezer – 270Ltr| CM433 (& -E -A)

CM434 (& -E -A)

Application of Territory
Legislation & Council Directives(s)
Toepassing van
EuropeseRichtlijn(en) • Application de la/des directive(s) du Conseil • Anwendbare EU-Richtlinie(n) • Applicazione delle Direttive
· Aplicacion de la(s) directiva(s) del consejo • Aplicacgo de directiva(s) do Conselho| Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
EN 60335-1:2012 +A11:2014 +A13:2017 +A1:2019 +A14:2019 +A2:2019
EN 60335-2-89:2010 +A1:2016 +A2:2017 EN 62233:2008
Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC)
Directive 2014/30/EU – recast of 2004/108/EC EN 55014-1:2017
EN 55014-2:2015 EN 61000-3-2: 2014 EN 61000-3-3: 2013
Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) 2015/863 amending Annex II to Directive 2011/65/EU| Electrical Safety
IEC 60335-1:2010 +A1:2013 +A2:2015 IEC 60335-2-89:2010 +A1:2012 +A2:2016
Electromagnetic Compatibility
EN 55014-1:2017 EN 55014-2:2015 EN 61000-3-2: 2014 EN 61000-3-3: 2013
Producer Name • Naam fabrikant • Nom du producteur • Name des Herstellers · Nome del produttore • Nombre del fabricante • Nome do fabricante| Polar

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

Date · Data · Date · Datum · Data · Fecha · Data
Signature · Handtekening · Signature · Unterschrift Firma · Firma · Assinatura

Full Name · Volledige naam

Position · Functie · Fonction · Position

Producer Address · Adres fabrikant · Adresse du producteur · Morada do fabricante

8 th December 2020

Ashley Hooper| Eoghan Donnellan| Josie Holt
Technical & Quality

Manager

| Commercial Manager/ Importer| Commercial Manager/ Responsible Supplier
ourth Way, Avonmouth, pistol, BS11 8TB United Kingdom| 42 North Point Business Park New Mallow Road Cork Ireland| 15 Bagdally Road, Campbelltown NSW 2560

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

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