TropiCool MPV32 - Refrigerator WAECO - Free user manual and instructions
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| Technical specifications | Capacity: 32 liters, Type: Portable fridge, Power supply: 12/24V DC and 230V AC |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | Dimensions (L x W x H): 56 x 36 x 42 cm |
| Weight | Weight: 12 kg |
| Operating temperature | Temperature range: down to -186C |
| Usage | Ideal for travel, camping, and outdoor use |
| Maintenance and repair | Regular cleaning recommended, check seals |
| Safety | Overload protection, integrated ventilation system |
| General information | Warranty: 2 years, Included accessories: 12V and 230V power cables |
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USER MANUAL TropiCool MPV32 WAECO
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D Thermoelektrische Kühlbox Bedienungsanleitung .... 4
GB Thermoelectric cooler Instruction Manual ..... 13
F Glacière thermoélectrique
Notice d'emploi ..... 22
E Nevera termoeléctrica
Instrucciones de uso ... 31
I Frigorifero termoelettrico
Istruzioni per l'uso ..... 40
NL Thermo-elektrische koelbox
Gebruiksaanwijzingen .. 49
DK Termoelektrisk køleboks Betjeningsanvisning ... 58
S Termoelektrisk kylbox Bruksanvisning ..... 67
N Termoelektrisk kjøleboks Bruksanvisning ..... 76
FIN Sähkökäyttöinen kylmälaukku
Käyttöohjeet 85



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Please read this manual carefully before starting the machine. 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 the device.
Contents
1 Notes on using the instruction manual.... 13
2 Safety instructions .... 14
3 Scope of delivery 15
4 Intended use 16
5 Technical description....16
6 Operation....17
7 Cleaning and maintenance 19
8 Disposal 19
9 Troubleshooting....20
10 Technical data 21
1 Notes on using the instruction manual
The following symbols are used in this instruction 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.
1 5, page 3: This refers to an element in an illustration. In this case, item 5 in figure 1 on page 3.
Please observe the following safety instructions.
2 Safety instructions
2.1 General safety
- Connect the cooler with the cable supplied to the 12 V socket or the cigarette lighter in the vehicle (3, page 3).
- Do not pull the plug out of the cigarette lighter or the 12 V socket by the cable.
- If the cable is damaged, it must be replaced to prevent possible electrical hazards.
- Do not operate the device if it is visibly damaged.
- 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.
● Pull out the connection cable:
– Before cleaning and maintenance - After use
● Ensure that the ventilation slots are not covered. - Disconnect the cooler and other power consuming devices from the battery before connecting the quick charging device.
- Check that the voltage specification on the type plate corresponds to that of the energy supply.
- The cooler is not suitable for transporting caustic materials or materials containing solvents.
● Never expose the device to rain or moisture.
● Electronic devices are not toys!
Always keep and use the device out of the reach of children.









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2.2 Operating the device safely
- Before starting the device, ensure that the power supply line and the plug are dry.
● Children or persons who are not familiar with the proper use of the device may only use the device under supervision. - Never place the device near naked flames or other heat sources (heating, intense sunlight, gas ovens, etc.)
- Do not fill the inner container with ice or fluid.
● Never immerse the device in water.
● Protect the device and the cable against heat and moisture. - Do not touch exposed cables with your bare hands. This especially applies when operating the device with the AC mains: danger of fatal injuries!
- WAECO cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper usage or incorrect operation.
3 Scope of delivery
Quantity Description
1 C o o l e r
1 Connection cable for cigarette lighter/12 V socket
Before starting the device check if all of the parts belonging to the scope of delivery are present.
4 Intended use
The cooler is suitable for cooling and keeping foodstuffs warm. The device is also suitable for camping.
If you wish to cool medicines, please check if the cooling capacity of the device is suitable for the medicine in question.
5 Technical description

The cooler is suitable for mobile use. You can keep products cool or cool them to approx. 20 °C under the ambient temperature (thermostat switches off at approx. +5 °C) or warm them or keep them warm at a max temperature of 65 °C.
Its cooling system is a non-wearing and CFC-free Peltier cooling, the heat is discharged by a fan.

The device is fitted with a battery monitor. If the cooler is operated when the vehicle ignition is switched off, the cooler switches off automatically as soon as the supply voltage falls below 11.5 V. This ensures that the battery retains a residual voltage that enables the vehicle to start. The cooler switches itself on again as soon as the battery can supply a voltage of 12.8 V again.

When the battery monitor switches the device off, the battery still has around 20% of its charging capacity. Avoid starting repeatedly or operating current consumers without long charging phases. Ensure that the battery is recharged.







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6 Operation

Before starting your new cooler for the first time, you should clean it inside and outside with a damp cloth for hygienic reasons (please also refer to the “Cleaning and maintenance” chapter on page 19).
6.1 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 to cool.
- Do not open the cooler more often than necessary.
- Do not leave the lid or door open for longer than necessary.
6.2 Switching on the cooler

If you connect the device to the cigarette lighter or the 12 V socket of your vehicle, remember that the ignition must be turned on to supply the device with power.

Ensure that the objects placed in the cooler are suitable for cooling/warming to the selected temperature.
▶Place the device on a firm base.
▶Connect the device with the cable supplied to the 12 V socket or the cigarette lighter in the vehicle (3, page 3).
▶ Press the blue button (2 1, page 3) on the control panel to start "cooling" or
Press the red button (2 5, page 3) on the control panel to start "heating".

You can switch between heating and cooling modes during operation by pressing the corresponding button.
√ The cool box starts cooling/heating the interior and the appropriate LED lights up.








LED Operating mode
Left
Cooling
(2 2, page 3)
Right
Heating
(2 4, page 3)
6.3 Switching off the cooler
▶ Press the "OFF" button (2 3, page 3) on the control panel.

If you want to switch off the device, pull out the connection cable.
6.4 Using the battery monitor
The battery monitor protects your vehicle battery against discharging too much when the device is connected to the on-board 12 V supply. This ensures that the vehicle has enough energy to start.
The LED's on the control panel (2 and 4, page 3) show the status of the battery monitor:
Operating display Operating mode
LED glows The switch-on voltage (12.8 V ±0.3 V) is available and the cooler is in operation.
LED's flash The switch-off voltage (11.5 V ±0.3 V) has been reached and the battery monitor has switched off the cooler.







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7 Cleaning and maintenance

Caution!
Before cleaning the cooler, pull the cable out of the socket or the cigarette lighter.

Caution!
Do not clean the cooler under running water or in dish water.

Caution!
Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or hard objects during cleaning as these can damage the cooler.
▶ Clean the interior of the cooler with a damp cloth from time to time.
▶Clean the exterior of the device with a damp cloth.
8 Disposal
8.1 Disposing of packaging material
Do not simply throw the packaging materials away. Please observe the following instructions:
- Place cardboard and plastic packaging in the appropriate recycling waste bins.
- Ask your local authority for the location of the recycling unit closest to you.
8.2 Disposing of the device
If you wish to finally dispose of the device, take it to the nearest recycling centre or return it to your specialist dealer who will be happy to take it back for a small fee.








9 Troubleshooting
| Fault Possible cause Suggested remedy | ||
| Your cooler is not working and the fan wheel which can be seen from the outside is not turning. | There is no voltage flowing from the cigarette lighter in your vehicle. | The ignition must be switched on in most vehicles for voltage to flow at the cigarette lighter. |
| The ignition is on and the cooler is not working.Pull the plug out of the socket and make the following checks. | The cigarette lighter socket is dirty. This results in a poor electrical contact.The fuse of the connection cable has blown.The vehicle fuse has blown. | Clean the socket of the cigarette lighter with a non-metallic brush and a solvent, to ensure that the middle contact pin is clean. If the plug of your cooler becomes very warm in the cigarette lighter socket, either the socket must be cleaned or the plug has not been assembled correctly.Replace the connection cable fuse (5 A).Replace the vehicle cigarette lighter fuse (usually 15 A). Please refer to the operating manual of your vehicle. |
| The ignition is on and the cooler is not working.The two LED's on the control panel flash. | The battery monitor has acted because the supply voltage has sunk below 11.5 V. | Recharge the vehicle battery.When the the battery monitor switches the device off, the battery still has around 20% of its charging capacity. Avoid starting repeatedly or operating current consumers without long charging phases.Ensure that the battery is recharged. |
| Your cooler does not cool satisfactorily and the outer fan wheel is not turning. | The fan motor is defective. | This can only be repaired by an authorised customer services unit. |
| The cooler does not cool satisfactorily and the outer fan wheel is turning. | The fan motor for the inner fan is defective.The Peltier element is defective. | This can only be repaired by an authorised customer services unit. |


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10 Technical data
| Capacity: 32 litres | |
| Connection voltage: 12 V DC | |
| Power consumption: 48 Watts | |
| Low voltage shutdown: Restart: | 11.5V 12.8 V |
| Temperature range: Cooling: up to approx. 5 °C inner temperature (max. 20 °C under ambient temperature) Heating: up to approx. 65 °C inner temperature | |
| Dimensions (W x H x D): | 439.6 mm x 396 mm x 564.5 mm |
| Weight: 9 kg | |
| Testing/certification: | ![]() |
This device conforms to the following EC guidelines:
● "Low Voltage Electrical Equipment Directive" 73/23/EEC issued 19/2/1973 including the modified guideline 93/68/EEC
- “Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive” 89/336/EEC issued 3/5/1989 including the modified guideline 92/31/EEC
● "EMC Directive" 72/245/EEC version 95/54/EC
DIN EN ISO 9001 and DIN EN ISO 14001 are applied at WAECO International.
This device is CFC-free.
This device carries the GS symbol to indicate tested and proven safety.
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5 Description technique

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6 Manejo

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10 Datos técnicos
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6 Bediening

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4 Korrekt brug
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Lysdiode Driftsmodus
Til venstre
Afkøling
(2 2, side 3)
Til højre
Opvarmning
(2 4, side 3)
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9 Udbedring af fejl
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2.2 Säkerhet under drift
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6 Användning

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10 Tekniska data
6.1 Tips for energisparing
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9 Feilretting
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6 Käyttö

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10 Tekniset tiedot
Zentrale/Headquarters
D WAECO International GmbH · D-48282 Emsdetten · Hollefeldstraße 63 · Tel. +49 2572 879-0 · Fax +49-2572 879-300
Europa/Europe
CH WAECO (Schweiz) AG · CH-8153 Rümlang (Zürich) · Riedackerstrasse 7a · Tel. +41 1 8187171 · Fax +41 1 8187191
DK WAECO Danmark A/S · DK-6640 Lunderskov · Tværvej 2 · Tel. +45 75585966 · Fax +45 75586307
E WAECO Ibérica S.A. · E-08349 Cabrera de Mar (Maresme) · Camí del Mig, 106 · Tel. +34 93 7502277 · Fax +34 93 7500552
F WAECO Distribution SARL · F-60230 Chambly (France) · BP 59 · Tel. +33 1 30282020 · Fax +33 1 30282010
FIN WAECO Finland OY · FIN-00880 Helsinki · Pulttitie 17 · Tel. +358 42 4592200 · Fax +358 9 7593700
I WAECO Italcold SRL · I-61015 Novafeltria · Zona Industriale Sartiano, 298/9 · Tel. +39 0541 920827 · Fax +39 0541 920237
N WAECO Norge AS · N-3208 Sandefjord · Leif Weldingsvei 16 · Tel. +47 33428450 · Fax +47 33428459
NL WAECO Benelux B.V. · NL-4700 BL Roosendaal · Postbus 1461 · Ettenseweg 60 · Tel. +31 165 586700 · Fax +31 165 555562
S WAECO Svenska AB · S-42131 Västra Frölunda (Göteborg) · Gustaf Melins gata 7 · Tel. +46 31 7341100 · Fax +46 31 7341101
UK WAECO UK Ltd. · UK-Broadmayne · Dorset DT2 8LY · Unit G1 · Roman Hill Business Park · Tel. +44 1305 854000 · Fax +44 1305 854288
