TC-14FL-AC - Refrigerator WAECO - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Thermoelectric fridge/cooler
Brand	Waeco
Model	TC-14FL-AC
Capacity	14 liters
Cooling Technology	Thermoelectric (Peltier)
Power Supply	AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz; DC 12V (optional cable)
Power Consumption	Approx. 45-60 W (cooling)
Temperature Range	Cooling: up to 20°C below ambient (approx. 5-10°C typical)
Dimensions (W x D x H)	Approx. 400 x 330 x 400 mm
Weight	Approx. 5.5 kg
Material	Plastic exterior, removable wire shelf
Insulation	EPS foam
Noise Level	< 30 dB (silent operation)
Main Functions	Keep food and drinks cool, portable use, low power consumption
Cleaning Instructions	Wipe with damp cloth, mild detergent, avoid abrasive cleaners
Safety Features	Thermal fuse, reverse polarity protection (DC), CE/GS certified
Spare Parts Availability	Fan, thermoelectric module, power cord available via Waeco service
Repairability	Moderate; user-replaceable fuse and fan, professional service for module
Included Accessories	AC power cable, manual, removable shelf
Usage	Indoor/outdoor, car, boat, camping

Frequently Asked Questions - TC-14FL-AC WAECO

Can I use this fridge on a 12V car battery?

Yes, you can use it with an optional 12V DC cable (not included). It draws about 45-60W, so ensure your battery capacity is adequate.

How cold does the TC-14FL-AC get?

The fridge cools up to 20°C below the ambient temperature. In a room at 25°C, it can reach around 5-10°C.

Can I freeze items in this cooler?

No, this is a thermoelectric cooler, not a freezer. It maintains cool temperatures but cannot freeze.

How do I clean the interior?

Unplug the unit, remove the shelf, and wipe with a soft cloth dampened with mild soap and water. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly.

Is the fridge noisy?

No, it operates silently (<30 dB) with no compressor noise, only a very quiet fan.

What is the power consumption?

Approximately 45-60 Watts when cooling. Actual consumption depends on ambient temperature and setting.

Can I leave it on all the time?

Yes, it is designed for continuous operation. Ensure proper ventilation around the unit.

What does the AC in the model name stand for?

The 'AC' indicates that this model comes with an AC power adapter for household 230V outlets.

How do I replace the fuse?

Disconnect the power, open the fuse holder on the power plug or unit, and replace with the same type and rating (check manual for specs).

Where can I buy spare parts?

Spare parts like fans and power cables are available through Waeco authorized service centers or online retailers.

USER MANUAL TC-14FL-AC WAECO

Three industrial refrigerators with open doors, one emitting cooling fan (no visible text or labels)

CoolPro

TC-14FL-AC, TC-21FL-AC, TC-35FL-AC

GB Thermoelectric coolbox

Instruction Manual

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TC-14FL-AC

TC-21FL-AC

TC-35FL-AC

Read these instructions carefully before the installation and commissioning and keep them in a safe place. Pass it on to the buyer in case of the further sale of the device.

List of contents

1 Information on using the installation instructions ..... 4
2 Safety notes 5
3 Scope of delivery 6
4 Use as intended 6
5 Technical description 7
6 Operation 7
7 Cleaning and servicing....10
8 Disposal 10
9 Troubleshooting 11
10 Technical data .... 12

1 Information on using the installation instructions

The following symbols are used in these operating instructions:

Caution!

Safety note: Failure in observing these warnings may result in injuries to persons or damage of equipment.

Caution!

Safety note which points out the dangers involved with electrical current or electrical voltage: Failure in observing these warnings may result in injuries to persons or damage of equipment and improper functioning of the device.

Note

Supplementary information on the operation of the device.

▶ Action: This symbol indicates to you that you must do something. The actions necessary are described step by step.

√This symbol describes the result of an action.

Please also observe the following safety notes.

2 Safety notes

2.1 General safety

- Connect the device only as follows:

– with the connecting cable contained in the scope of delivery to the alternating current circuit
- with the connecting cable contained in the scope of delivery to the cigarette lighter in the vehicle (see illustration 3, page 3).

● The appliance shall not be exposed to rain.
- Never pull the plug at the connecting cable out of the cigarette lighter or the socket.
- If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced with same type and rating AC cord in order to avoid a hazard.
- If the device shows visible damage, you may not put it into operation.
● Repairs on this device may be executed only by specialists. Considerable dangers can occur as a result of improper repairs.

Contact the customer service in the case WAECO of repairs.

- Disconnect the connecting cable

– before each cleaning and servicing, – after each use.

● Make sure that the venting slots will not be covered!
- With boats: Make sure that with mains operation that your power supply is protected via a FI-switch! Danger to life!
- Disconnect your refrigerator and other consuming units from the battery before connecting a fast battery recharger!
- Compare the voltage indicated on the type plate to the present energy supply.
- The refrigerator is not suitable for the transport of corrosive or solvent-based substances!
● Food may only be stored in its original packaging or in suitable containers.

Electrical devices are no toys!

Please keep and use the device out of the reach of children.

2.2 Safety when operating the device

● Ensure before starting up that supply line and plug are dry.
- Do not place the device in the proximity of open flames or other heat sources (heating, strong solar rays, gas ovens etc.).
- Do not fill any liquids or ice into the interior container.
● Never immerse the device into water.
- Protect the device and the cables against heat and wetness.
- Never grasp with your bare hands the bare lines. This applies above all when operating on the alternating current circuit: Danger to life!
- WAECO is not liable for damages which are caused by non- intended use or wrong operation.

3 Scope of delivery

Quantity Designation

1 Refrigerator
1 Connecting cable for mains operation
1 Connecting cable for cigarette lighter

Check before starting up the device that all parts are available belonging to the scope of delivery.

4 Use as intended

The refrigerator can be used to cool and keep foodstuffs warm. The device can be also used for camping purposes.

If you want to cool medicine, check please if the cooling capacity of the device corresponds to the requirements of the respective pharmaceuticals.

All materials processed in the refrigerator are safe for foodstuffs.

5 Technical description

The cooling box is suitable for mobile use. It can cool goods up to max. 30 °C under ambient temperature (thermostatic switch-off with approx. +1 °C) or keep them cool or warm them up to max. 65 °C or keep them warm.

If the device has reached the set temperature range, then it will automatically switch over to the energy save mode. In this mode only the energy is consumed which is required to reach the temperature inside the box.

The cooling is a wear and CFC-free thermo-electric cooler with heat removal through a ventilator.

The cooling box is equipped with an automatic priority circuit. Thus it is ensured that with simultaneous connection to the alternating current circuit and to a 12/24-V-battery, the alternating current circuit will be used.

6 Operation

Before you put the new refrigerator into operation, you should clean it inside and outside with a damp cloth for hygienic reasons (see also Chapter „Cleaning and servicing“ on page 19).

6.1 Tips to save energy

A ventilator in the interior space of the cooling box provides for the circulation of the cold air within the box. Thus a better cooling capacity will be achieved. In order that the cold air cannot reach the outside when opening the cooling box, this is equipped with a switch which turns off the ventilator as soon as the lid is opened.

• Select a well ventilated location which is protected against sunrays.
• Let warm foods first cool down before you bin them.
• Avoid an unnecessary low inside temperature!
• Do not open the refrigerator more often than necessary!
• Do not leave the lid or door open longer than necessary!

6.2 Switch on the cooling box

▶Place the cooling box on a stable base.

The plug is safe against wrong polarity: You can plug it only in one direction into the (see illustration 3, page 3) socket.

▶Connect the cooling box

• with the connecting cable contained in the scope of delivery to the socket or...
  – with the supplied connecting cable to the cigarette lighter in the vehicle (see illustration 3, page 3).

▶ Press the button „ON/OFF“ at the control panel (see Illustration 2 A, Page 3) to switch on the cooling box.

√ The cooling box starts to cool or heat the interior space.

Operating display Operating mode

red(see Illustration 2 B, Page 3)	heating
blue(see Illustration 2 C, Page 3)	cooling

Take care that there are only objects or goods in the cooling box which may be cooled or heated to the selected temperature.

6.3 Switch over between cooling and heating

If you want to switch over between cooling and heating, press the button „HOT/COLD“ (see Illustration 2 D, Page 3).

The control unit of the cooling box has a memory function. Thus the temperature range which is previously selected in the mode is set again with each switching on or switching over.

√ The red or blue operating display lights up and the device starts to cool/heat.

When you want to finish the cooling or heating process, press the button „ON/OFF“ (see Illustration 2 A, Page 3).
When you put the cooling box out of operation, disconnect the connectingcable.

6.4 Select temperature

The status display of the temperature (see Illustration 2 F, Page 3) indicates the selected temperature range. With an increasing number of illuminating LEDs, the intensity of the temperature range also increases.

The following temperature indications are subject to tolerances and are dependent on the measuring position.

Interior space-temperature at approx. 25 °C ambient temperature:

	Status display Temperature range
Cooling	seven illuminating LEDs	approx 1 °C in the interior space
	an illuminating LED approx 15 °C in the interior space
Heating	seven illuminating LEDs	approx 65 °C in the interior space
	an illuminating LED approx 50 °C in the interior space

If you want to select the temperature to cool/heat, press the button "Temp" (see Illustration 2 F, Page 3), until the requested temperature range is reached.

6.5 Connect to the cigarette lighter

When you connect the cooling box to the cigarette lighter of your vehicle (see illustration 3, page 3), observe that you have to turn on the ignition, if necessary, so that the device is supplied with current.

7 Cleaning and servicing

Caution!

Disconnect the connecting cable from the socket or cigarette lighter before each cleaning of the cooling box.

Caution!

Never clean the cooling box under running water or even in rinsing water.

Caution!

Do not use any mordant detergents or hard objects since these can damage the cooling box.

▶ Clean the cooling box inside from time to time with a damp cloth.
▶Clean the outside of the device with a damp cloth.

8 Disposal

▶ Place the packaging material in the appropriate recycling waste bins wherever possible.

If you wish to finally dispose of the device, ask your local recycling centre or specialist dealer for details about how to do this in accordance with the applicable disposal regulations.

9 Troubleshooting

Fault Possible cause Suggestion

Your box does not function and the fan impeller which is visible from outside does not rotate.	The cigarette lighter in your vehicle does not conduct any voltage.	In the most vehicles, the ignition switch must be switched on, so that the cigarette lighter has voltage.
The ignition is switched on and the box does not work.Disconnect the plug immediately from the socket and execute the following checks.	The socket of the cigarette lighter is dirty. This results in a poor electrical contact.The fuse of the connecting cable is burnt through.The vehicle fuse is burnt through.	Clean the socket of the cigarette lighter with a non-metallic brush and a solvent, so that the middle contact pin is clean. If your cooling box plug becomes very warm in the cigarette lighter box, either the socket must be cleaned or the plug is possibly not correctly assembled.Replace the fuse of the connecting cable (5 A).Replace the vehicle fuse of the cigarette lighter (usually 15 A). (Observe the operating instructions in your motorcar for this).
Your box does not cool satisfactorily and the fan impeller at the outside does not rotate.	The ventilator motor is defective.	The repair can be executed only by an authorized customer service.
Your box does not cool satisfactorily and the fan impeller at the outside does not rotate.	The ventilator motor for the inner ventilator is defective.The thermo-electric element is defective.The integrated power unit is defective.	The repair can be executed only by an authorized customer service.The repair can be executed only by an authorized customer service.

10 Technical data

	TC-14FL-AC TC-21FL-AC TC-35FL-AC
Content: 14 I 21 I 35 I
Input voltage:	12/24 volts DC/220-240 volts AC
Power input:	TC-14/21FL: 43 watts (12 volts DC) or50 watts (24 volts DC) or63 watts (220-240 volts AC)TC-35FL: 46 watts (12 volts DC) or50 watts (24 volts DC) or65 watts (220-240 volts AC)
Temperature range:	Cooling: up to approx. 1 °C interior space-temperature(max. 30 °C under ambient temperature)Heating: up to approx. 65 °C interior space-temperature
Weight: 5,5 kg 7 kg	10 kg
Inspection/Certificate:

The device is free of CFC and is accredited with the GS-sign for passing a safety check.

Subject to changes due to technical progress and availability.

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