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USER MANUAL CoolMatic RHD 50 WAECO

WAECO CoolMatic CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50

EN 21 Built-in cooling device with compressor

Operating manual

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CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50

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CB-36

205 75 180 340 410 400

325325 410

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CB-40

500 420 355 205 455 175 45

340 260 660 300

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805 695 CB-110 70 390 470180 275 225

485 375 310 650 35

CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50

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RHD-50

705 505 445 370

430 360 400 300

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RHD-50 1

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CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50 Notes on using the operating manual

Please read this operating manual carefully before starting the device. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. If the device is resold, this operating manual must be handed over to the purchaser along with it.

Contents

1 Notes on using the operating manual 21
2 Safety instructions 22
3 Intended use 24
4 Scope of delivery 24
5 Technical description 25
6 Installing and connecting the cooling device 25
7 Operation 28
8 Cleaning and maintenance 31
9 Guarantee 31
10 Disposal 31
11 Troubleshooting 32
12 Technical data 34

1 Notes on using the operating manual

The following symbols are used in this operating manual:

Caution!

Safety instruction: failure to observe this instruction can cause injury or damage the device.

Caution!

Safety instruction relating to a danger from an electrical current or voltage. Failure to observe this instruction can damage the device and impair its function and cause injury.

Note

Supplementary information for operating the device.

▶ Action: this symbol indicates that action is required on your part.

The required action is described step-by-step.

√This symbol indicates the result of an action.

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Safety instructions CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50

fig. 2 1, page 3: this refers to an element in an illustration. In this case, item 1 in figure 2 on page 3.

Please observe the following safety instructions.

2 Safety instructions

Caution!

Dometic WAECO International will not be held liable for claims for damage resulting from the following:

● Damage to the device resulting from mechanical influences and excessive voltage,
● Alterations to the device made without the explicit permission of Dometic WAECO International,
- Use for purposes other than those described in the operating manual.

2.1 General safety

● Have a trained technician make installations in wet rooms.
- This device may only be repaired by qualified personnel. Inadequate repairs can lead to considerable hazards.
Should your device need to be repaired, please contact WAECO customer services.

- Check that the voltage specification on the type plate corresponds to that of the energy supply.

- Do not open the refrigerant circuit under any circumstances.

- Set up the device in a dry location where it is protected against splashing water.

- Do not place the device near naked flames or other heat sources (heaters, direct sunlight, gas ovens etc.).

- If you connect your cooling device to a battery, please remember that the battery contains acid.

● Make sure that the compressor is sufficiently ventilated.

- The cooling device is not suitable for transporting caustic materials or materials containing solvents.

- Persons (including children) whose physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge prevents them from using the appliance safely should not use this appliance without initial supervision or instruction by a responsible person.

CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50 Safety instructions

● Electronic devices are not toys.
Always keep and use the device out of the reach of children.
- Food may only be stored in its original packaging or in suitable containers.

- Before starting up the device for the first time, check whether the operating voltage and the battery voltage correspond (see type plate).

● Danger of fatal injuries!

When using the device on boats: if the device is powered by the mains, ensure that the power supply has a ground fault interrupter circuit.

- If the connection cable is damaged, it must be replaced with the cable of the same type and specifications.

2.2 Operating the device safely

• Do not place any electrical devices inside the cooling device.
  ● Defrost the device in good time to save energy.
• If you connect the device to a battery, make sure that food does not come into contact with the battery acid.
  ● Protect the device against rain and moisture.

- Disconnect the cooling device and other power consuming devices from the battery before connecting the battery to a quick charging device. Overvoltage can damage the electronics of the device.

- Note: Disconnect the device if you are not going to use it for a long time.

● Danger of fatal injuries! Do not touch exposed cables with your bare hands. This especially applies when operating the device with an AC mains power supply.

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Intended use CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50

3 Intended use

The cooling device is suitable for cooling and freezing (only CB-36 and CB-40) foodstuffs. The device is also suitable for use on boats.

Caution!

If you wish to cool medicines, please check if the cooling capacity of the device is suitable for the medicine in question.

4 Scope of delivery

Quantity Description

1 Cooling device
1 Operating manual

4.1 Accessory

If you wish to operate the cooling device with a 230 V AC mains supply, please use one of the following rectifiers:

Description Item number

CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50 Technical description

5 Technical description

CoolMatic CB-36, CB-40, CB-110 and RHD-50 cooling devices are suitable for use with a 12 V or 24 V DC voltage and can therefore also be used for camping or on boats. You can also use the EPS-100W and MPS-35 rectifiers to connect them to a 230 V mains supply.

The cooling device can chill products and keep them cool. CoolMatic CB-36 and CB-40 devices can also be used to freeze products.

All materials used in the cooling device are compatible for use with food-stuffs. The refrigerant circuit is maintenance-free.

You can use the continuously variable thermostat in the interior of the device to set the desired temperature.

The cooling device has a undervoltage protection mechanism. To protect the battery, the cooling device switches off automatically if the voltage is insufficient. When the voltage is sufficient again, it switches on again.

When used on boats the cooling device can be subjected to a constant inclination of 30^ .

CoolMatic CB-36, CB-40 and CB-110 devices are equipped with a removable cooling unit that can be mounted separately.

6 Installing and connecting the cooling device

6.1 Installing the cooling device

The device is designed for ambient temperatures between -10^ and +32^ . In continuous operation, the air humidity may not exceed 90% .

Install the cooling device in a dry, sheltered place (installation dimensions: fig. 1 to fig. 4, page 4). Avoid installing the devices next to heat sources such as heaters, gas ovens, hot water pipes, etc.

The cooling device must be installed so that heated air from the cooling unit can dissipate easily. Therefore make sure there is adequate ventilation.

On the CoolMatic CB-36, CB-40, CB-110 and RHD-50 devices, the cooling unit is removable and can be mounted at a distance of

● up to 1.5 m (CB-36, CB-40, RHD-50)

- up to 2.5 m (CB-110)

away from the cooler if space is limited.

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Installing and connecting the cooling device CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50

6.2 Adapting the decor (only CB-36, CB-40, CB-110)

The lids of the devices can be adapted to match the decor of the surroundings.

6.3 Connecting the cooling device

Connecting to a battery

The cooling device can be operated with a 12 V to 24 V DC voltage supply.

Caution!

To avoid voltage loss and therefore a drop in performance, the cable should be kept as short as possible and should not be interrupted if this is possible.

For this reason avoid additional switches, plugs or power strips.

▶Determine the required cross section of the cable in relation to the cable length according to fig. 5, page 4.

Key for fig. 5, page 4

Co-ordinate axis Meaning Unit
I Cable length m
∅Cable cross section mm ^2

Caution!

Make sure that the polarity is correct.

▶Connect the red lead to the positive terminal.
▶Connect the black lead to earth.
▶Before starting up the device for the first time, check whether the operating voltage and the battery voltage correspond (see type plate).
▶Connect the cooling device

- As directly as possible to the pole of the battery or

- To a plug socket which is fused with at least 15 A (at 12 V) or 7.5 A (at 24 V).

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CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50 Installing and connecting the cooling device

Caution!

Disconnect the cooling device and other power consuming devices from the battery before connecting the battery to a quick charging device.

Overvoltage can damage the electronics of the device.

The cooling device is equipped with an electronic device to protect against reversing the polarity and short circuits when connecting to a battery.

To protect the battery, the cooling device switches off automatically if the voltage is insufficient (see table below).

	12 V 24 V
Switch-off voltage	10.4 V 22.8 V
Switch-on voltage	11.7 V 24.2 V

Connecting to 230 V mains supply

Danger of fatal injuries!

Never handle plugs and switches with wet hands or if you are standing in a puddle.

Caution!

If you are operating your cooling device on board a boat with a mains connection of 230 V from the land, you must install a ground protection circuit breaker between the 230 V mains supply and the cooling device.

Seek advice from a trained technician.

To operate the cooler on a 230 V or 110–240 V mains supply, use the EPS-100W (230 V) or MPS-35 (110 – 240 V) rectifier.

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Operation CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50

7 Operation

Note

Before starting your new cooling device for the first time, you should clean it inside and outside with a damp cloth for hygienic reasons (please also refer to the chapter "Cleaning and maintenance" on page 31).

7.1 Energy saving tips

• Choose a well ventilated installation location which is protected against direct sunlight.
• Allow food to cool down first before placing it in the device.
• Do not open the cooling device more often than necessary.
• Do not leave the door or lid open for longer than necessary.
  ● Defrost the cooling device as soon as a layer of ice forms.
• Avoid unnecessarily low temperatures.
• Clean the condenser of dust impurities at regular intervals.
  ● Clean the lid seal regularly.

7.2 Using the cooling device

The cooling device conserves fresh foodstuffs. You can conserve frozen foodstuffs and freeze fresh foodstuffs in the CoolMatic CB-36 and CB-40 devices.

Caution!

Ensure that food or liquids in glass containers are not excessively refrigerated. Liquids expand when they freeze and can thus destroy the glass containers.

▶Switch the cooling device on by turning the knob to the right.

Note

After switching on, the cooling device requires approx. 60 s until the compressor starts up.

Caution!

Ensure that the objects placed in the cooling device are suitable for cooling to the selected temperature.

CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50 Operation

Lock

RHD-50

To open the cooling device, pull the clip (fig. 6 1, page 4) and open the door.

To lock the cooling device, close the door and press it until the lock engages.

CB-36/CB-40/CB-110

The lid rests on top and is not locked.

Setting the temperature

You can set the temperature to any level using the knob. The built-in temperature control regulates the temperature as follows:

● Min. (left limit) = warmest setting

● Max. (right limit) = coldest setting

Note

The cooling capacity can be influenced by

● The ambient temperature,
● The amount of food to be conserved,
- The frequency with which the door/lid is opened.

Conserving foodstuffs

You can conserve foodstuffs in the cooling device compartment. The time for which the food can be conserved in this way is usually stated on the package.

Caution!

Do not conserve warm food in the cooling device compartment. Do not place glass containers with liquid in the freezer compartment.

Note

Food which can easily absorb tastes and odours and liquids and products with a high alcohol content should be conserved in air-tight containers.

Operation CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50

The cooling device compartment is divided in different zones with different temperatures:

● The colder zones are immediately over the base.
- Observe the temperature information and best before date on the food packaging.

▶Observe the following when using the device:

- Do not re-freeze products which are defrosting or have been defrosted, consume them as soon as possible.

- Wrap food in aluminium foil or cling film and shut in in a suitable box with a lid. This ensures that aromas, the shape and the freshness are better conserved.

Defrosting the cooling device (only CB-36, CB-40)

Humidity can form frost in the interior of the cooling device or on the vaporiser. This reduces the cooling capacity. Defrost the device in good time to avoid this.

Caution!

Never use hard or pointed tools to remove ice or to loosen objects which have frozen in place.

To defrost the cooling device, proceed as follows:

▶Take out the contents of the cooling device.
▶Place them in another cooling device to keep them cool, if necessary.
▶Set the knob to "0".
▶Leave the cover open.
▶Wipe off the defrosted water.

Switching off and storing the cooling device

If you do not intend to use the cooling device for a long time, proceed as follows:

▶Turn the knob to "0".
▶Disconnect the power cable from the battery or pull the DC cable plug out of the rectifier.
▶Clean the cooling device (see chapter “Cleaning and maintenance” on page 31).
Leave the lid or door open for to avoid unpleasant odours building up.

CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50 Cleaning and maintenance

8 Cleaning and maintenance

Caution!

Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or hard objects during cleaning as these can damage the cooling device.

Caution!

Never use brushes, scouring pads or hard or pointed tools to remove ice or to loosen objects which have frozen in place.

▶Clean the cooling device regularly as soon as it becomes dirty with a damp cloth.
▶Make sure that no water drips into the sealing. This can damage the electronics.
▶Wipe the cooling device dry with a cloth after cleaning.

9 Guarantee

The statutory warranty period applies. If the product is defective, please contact the manufacturer's branch in your country (see the back of the instruction manual for the addresses) or your retailer.

For repair and guarantee processing, please include the following documents when you send in the device:

● A copy of the receipt with purchasing date
● A reason for the claim or description of the fault

10 Disposal

Caution!

When disposing of the device, make sure it is not overheated, as the insulating foam was made with flammable gas.

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

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

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Troubleshooting CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50

11 Troubleshooting

Compressor does not run

Fault Possible cause Remedy
U_T=0 V The connection	between the battery and the electronics is interrupted	Establish a connection
	Main switch defective (if installed) Replace the main switch
	Additional supply line fuse has blown (if installed)	Replacing the fuse
U_T ≤ U_ON	Battery voltage is too low Charge the battery
Start attempt with U_T ≤ U_OFF	Loose cablesPoor contact (corrosion)	Establish a connection
	Battery capacity too low Replace the battery
	Cable cross section too low Replace the cable (fig. 5, page 4)
Start attempt with U_T ≤ U_ON	Ambient temperature too high –
	Insufficient ventilation Move the cooling device
	Condenser is dirty Clean the condenser
	Fan defective (if installed)	Replace the fan

U_T Voltage between the positive and negative electronic terminals

U_ON Switch-on voltage of the electronics

U_OFF Switch-off voltage of the electronics

Interior temperature too low in control setting "1"

Fault Possible cause Remedy
Compressor runs constantly	Thermostat sensor has no contact to the vaporiser	Secure the sensor
	Thermostat defective	Change the thermostat
	Short circuit in the thermostat line
Compressor runs for a long time	A large amount has frozen solid in the device (only CB-36, CB-40, CB-110)	-

CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50 Troubleshooting

Cooling capacity drops, interior temperature rises

Fault Possible cause Remedy
Compressor runs for a long time/continuously	Vaporiser iced over Defrost the vaporiser
	Ambient temperature too high –
	Insufficient ventilation Move the cooling	device
	Condenser is dirty Clean the condenser
	Fan defective (if installed) Replace the fan
Compressor runs infrequently	Battery capacity exhausted Charge the battery

Unusual noises

Fault Possible cause Remedy
Loud humming A component of the refrigerant circuit cannot move freely (lies against the wall)		Bend the component carefully
		Foreign body jammed between the cooling device and the wall
		Fan noise (if installed) –

Technical data CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50

12 Technical data

CoolMatic CB-36, CB-40, CB-110 and RHD-50 cooling devices all have the following features:

● Connection voltage 12 V DC or 24 V DC
● Relative humidity: maximum 90 %
- Constant inclination: max. 30^

	CB-36 CB-40
Capacity: 36 | 40 |
Power consumption: 45 W 45 W
Cooling temperature range: +10 °C to -12 °C
Dimensions (WxHxD) in mm(with compressor):	fig. 1, page 3	fig. 2, page 3
Weight: 17 kg 19 kg

	CB-110 RHD-50
Capacity:	110 l	50 l
Power consumption: 60 W 45 W
Cooling temperature range:	+10 °C to 0 °C	+10 °C to +2 °C
Dimensions (WxHxD) in mm (with compressor):	fig. 3, page 3	fig. 4, page 4
Weight: 28 kg 20 kg

Versions, technical modifications and delivery options reserved.

Test/certificates

The coolant circuit contains R134a.

Complies with ErP/EuP directive.

CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50

Usage conforme CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50

CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50 Pièces fournies

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5 Description technique

Utilisation CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50

CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50 Utilisation

Utilisation CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50

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Attention!

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CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50 Uso adecuado

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CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50 Garantía legal

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CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50 Dotazione

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Attenzione!

CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50 Smaltimento

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Attenzione!

CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50 Specifiche tecniche

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CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50 Bediening

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Instructie

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Sluiting

RHD-50

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Bortskaffelse CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50

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Tekniske data CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50

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CB-36, CB-40, CB-110, RHD-50 Leveransomfattning

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Antall Betegnelse

1 Kjøleapparat

1 Bruksanvisning

4.1 Tilbehør

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Stille inn temperaturen

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