VKHC/12R - Refrigerator Gamko - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Refrigerator (bottle cooler)
Brand	Gamko
Model	VKHC/12R
Capacity	12 bottles of 1 liter
Adjustable Temperature	From +0°C to +10°C (positive cold)
Exterior Finish	Brushed stainless steel
Interior Finish	Polished stainless steel
Installation	Built-in
Refrigerant Gas	R134a
Power Supply	220-240 V / 50 Hz, with earth
External Dimensions (W x D x H)	501 x 373 x 475 mm
Internal Dimensions (W x D x H)	350 x 265 x 230 mm
Thermostat	Adjustable with knob
Condenser Maintenance	Maintenance-free (model VK20/20)
Recommended Cleaning	Common household products, avoid abrasives and harsh chemicals
Safety	Disconnect before any technical intervention; watch out for sharp edges and very hot compressor (90°C)
Compliance	Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, EMC 2004/108/EC, Low Voltage 2006/95/EC, RoHS 2002/95/EC, WEEE 2002/96/EC
Warranty	Void if ventilation is obstructed
Optimal Location	Well-ventilated area, protected from sunlight
Loading Advice	Preferably reload in the evening, respect first-in-first-out rotation
After-Sales Service	Contact your Gamko installer for any failure (thermostat, compressor)

Frequently Asked Questions - VKHC/12R Gamko

How to adjust the temperature of my Gamko VKHC/12R refrigerator?

Turn the thermostat knob to select the desired temperature. For bottles, the range is +0°C to +10°C. The ideal temperature depends on the products and the ambient temperature.

What is the bottle capacity of the VKHC/12R?

The refrigerator can hold up to 12 bottles of 1 liter.

How to install the appliance correctly?

Place the appliance in a well-ventilated area, protected from sunlight. Level it. After installation, wait at least 2 hours before turning it on to protect the compressor.

What type of refrigerant gas does this appliance use?

The refrigerant gas used is R134a.

How to clean the Gamko VKHC/12R refrigerator?

Use common household products. Never use abrasives or harsh chemicals. The condenser on this model requires no maintenance.

What to do if the internal temperature is too high?

First check that the appliance is powered on. Make sure it is not overloaded and that the ventilation grilles are not blocked. If the problem persists, contact your Gamko installer.

Can I install the appliance outdoors?

No, the appliance is designed for indoor use only. It must not be exposed to direct sunlight or extreme ambient temperatures.

How to ensure a long service life for the appliance?

Ensure adequate ventilation around the appliance. Never block the ventilation grilles. Load gradually and respect product rotation.

What to do in case of compressor or thermostat failure?

Contact your Gamko installer. Any technical intervention must be carried out by a professional. Before any handling, disconnect the appliance.

Is this appliance compliant with environmental standards?

Yes, it complies with RoHS and WEEE directives. At the end of its life, do not dispose of it with household waste; take it to an approved collection point.

USER MANUAL VKHC/12R Gamko

TYPES:

GASTRO

VK

SALAD

CE

000030038

Nederlands 4.

Deutsch 8.

English 20.

Français 24.

Gastro 16/1 (Gastro 1/1)

NOODSTOP

b. De koeler is overbelast

c. De thermostaat is defect

d. De compressor is defect

P. Naaijkens

Manager Engineering and Quality Control

CE

BELANGRIJK: AANDACHTIG DE INSTRUCTIES DOORNEMEN VOORALEER OVER TE GAAN TOT DE MONTAGE. DEZE DIENEN OP EEN VEILIGE PLAATS TE WORDEN BEWAARD. DE INFORMATIE DIE DEZE BROCHURE OMVAT IS BELANGRIJK IN GEVAL VAN HET AFVOEREN OF HET HERGEBRUIKEN VAN HET TOESTEL OP HET EINDE VAN ZIJN NUTTIGE LEVENSDUUR.

Manager Engineering and Quality Control

CE

EC DECLARATION CONFORMITY FOR MACHINERY

(Directive 2006/42/EC, Annex II, sub A)

Manufacturer: Gamko BV

Address: Mon Plaisir 75, 4879 AL Etten-Leur, The Netherlands

herewith declares that the following product:

Coolers, type

Gastro**

VK**

Salad**

- is provided as defined in:

* The EC Machines (Directive 2006/42/EC)

* Electromagnetic compatibility (Directive 2004/108/EEC)

* Directive low-voltage (Directive 2006/95/EEC)

* PED pressurised equipment (Directive 97/23/EC)

* RoHS directive 2002/95/EC

Etten-Leur, 01 / 05 / 04

P. Naaijkens

Manager Engineering and Quality Control

CE

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND WARNING: READ BEFORE INSTALLING THE UNIT. KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE THE INFORMATION IN THIS BOOKLET IS NEEDED FOR END OF LIFE, DISPOSAL OR REUSE OF THE UNIT.

Gamko BV is very sensitive to environment and welcomes the 2002/96/EC Directive WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). This product is compliant with EU directive 2002/96/EC. It must be collected separately after its use is completed, and cannot be disposed as unsorted municipal waste. The objectives of EU directive 2002/96/EC are to tackle the fast increasing waste stream of electrical and electronic equipment, increase recycling of electric & electronic equipment (“EEE”), and to limit the total quantity of waste EEE (“WEEE”) going to final disposal. The crossed out wheeled bin symbol that is affixed to the product means that this product falls under the Directive. The user is responsible for returning the product to the appropriate collection facility, as specified by your municipality or the distributor. In case of installation of a new product, it may be possible to have the distributor pick up old WEEE directly. The producer, importer and distributor of are responsible for collection and treatment of waste, either directly or through a collective system. The list of the Gamko Holding BV distributor in each country is shown in the attached table. In case of violation of the Directive, sanctions are set in each country. Gamko Holding BV is in general following the “CECED interpretation”, and consider the WEEE applicable to Portable units, De humidifiers, WRACs (Window Room Air Conditioners), Split Systems up to 12 kW, plug in refrigerators and freezers. Nevertheless, there may be difference among member state laws. In case country law exclude some products from WEEE scope, country law must be followed, and WEEE obligations do not have to be followed for products that fall out of country low scope. This directive does not apply to products sold outside European Community. In case the product is sold out of Eu, WEEE obligations do not have to be followed, while compliance with local regulation must be ensured. For additional information, please contact the municipal facility, the shop/dealer/installer that have sold the product, or the producer. _ Country _ Name of Company responsible for WEEE.

DECLARATION CE DE CONFORMITE POUR LES MACHINES

(Directive 2006/42/CEE, Annex II, Chapitre A)

Manager Engineering and Quality Control

CE

INFORMATION IMPORTANTE ET AVERTISSEMENT: LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT AVANT L'INSTALLATION DE L'UNITE'. CONSERVER LES INFORMATIONS CONTENUES DANS CETTE NOTICE DANS UN ENDROIT SÛR PENDANT TOUTE LA VIE DE L'APPAREIL. CE DOCUMENT SERVIRA EN FIN DE VIE POUR L'ELIMINATION OU LE RECYCLAGE DE L'UNITE'.

Gastro 16/1 (Gastro 1/1)

Salad container and cooler for drinks, salads and/or icecream.

Adjustable temperature from +0°C up to -15°C in case of bottles and +5°C / -10°C in case of Gastro pans, ambient temperature + 25°C. Ideal for barbeques or functions. Removable Gastro dishes can be alternated to display your salads at their ideal temperature and crispness. Unit can be used independently or built into a standard counter.

Refrigerant: R134a.

VK-Unit (VK 10)

Suitable for 10 bottles of liquor. Adjustable temperature from +0°C up to -15°C, ambient temperature +25°C. Compact, removable model.

Unit can be incorporated into a standard bar to provide a flush fit in a standard bar top. Ideal for special spirits which are best served at sub zero temperatures. Provided in stainless steel. Refrigerant: R134a.

VK20/20R (VK12R)

For incorporation into a bar. Suitable for 12 Bottles of liquor. Adjustable temperature from +0°C up to +10°C, ambient temperature +25°C.

Compact, removable model. Refrigerant: R134a.

VK 20/20 F (VK 12F)

For incorporation into a bar. Suitable for 12 bottles of liquor. Adjustable temperature from +0°C up to -15°C, ambient temperature +25°C.

Compact, removable model. Ideal for special spirits which are best served at sub zero temperatures. Refrigerant: R134a.

Salad 20/2 (Gastro 2/1)

Cooler suitable for 35 bottles or 2 x GN 1/1 x 200 mm Gastro pans. Adjustable temperature from +3°C / -12°C in case of bottles and +8°C / -7°C in case of Gastro pans, ambient temperature + 25°C. Refrigerant: R134a. Cooler has 4 adjustable legs provided as standard.

Dimensions

Model Sizes exterior (WxDxH) Sizes interior (WxDxH) Capacity

Gastro 16/1 850 x 380 x 240 mm 505 x 305 x 220 mm 15 x 1 L

VK-Unit 510 x 425 x 250 mm 450 x 200 x 200 mm 10 x 1 L

VK 20/20 501 x 373 x 475 mm 350 x 265 x 230 mm 12 x 1 L

Salad 20/2 760 x 642 x 871/886 mm 628 x 510 x 205 mm 35 x 1 L

(2 x GN 1/1 x 200 mm)

Installation instructions

The cooler should not be placed in direct sunlight!

1. The cooler should be installed on a level surface.
2. After installation, leave the cooler standing for at least two hours before switching on to avoid damaging the compressor.
3. Voltage: 220 V - 240 V / 50 Hz. Don't forget to earth!
4. For an optimum temperature, install the cooler in a position where adequate air circulation is guaranteed.

The guarantee will be void if the ventilation vents of the product are partly or wholly obstructed. An unrestricted circulation of air is essential to ensure optimal cooling performance and a long working life.

1. Gastro 16/1 and Salad 20/2: Clean the condensor at least once a month by means of a vacuum cleaner or compressed air.

VK-Unit and VK 20/20: Maintenance free condenser.

1. The temperature of the cooler can be adjusted by the thermostat knob.

2. The ideal temperature is dependent upon the quality and temperature of the products to be cooled and is also affected by the ambient temperature.

General

Repairs or adjustments within the unit compartment of the cooler should only be carried out by a trained engineer. Ensure that the cooler is not connected to the electricity supply before removing any covers or grills.

N.B. Beware of sharp objects or hot components in the unit compartment.

Always replace covers and grills in their original position.

Maintenance

The cooler should be cleaned with look-warm water and a mild domestic cleaner, never use abrasives or harsh chemicals.

Gastro 16/1 and Salad 20/2: You should clean the condenser at least once a month by means of a vacuum cleaner or compressed air.

Filling the cooler

• Refill the cooler in the evening to allow maximum cooling time before serving.
• Ensure that stock is rotated efficiently.
• To ensure maximum cooling time replenish stocks regularly rather than once a day.

Emergency

Pull out the plug!

Fault finding

Please ensure the plug is disconnected from the mains:

Symptom: Temperature is too high with thermostat set correctly

Cause: a. The refrigeration machine has no power supply

b. Cooler is overloaded
c. Thermostat is out of order
d. Compressor is out of order
e. The air flow grills are covered
f. Condenser is blocked with dust (Gastro 16/1 and Salad 20/2)

Solution: a. Check/repair power supply

b. Deload
c. Call your local Gamko distributor
d. Call your local Gamko distributor
e. Clear the air flow grills
f. Clean the condenser (Gastro 16/1 and Salad 20/2)

Symptom: Temperature is too low with thermostat set correctly

Cause : Thermostat is out of order

Solution: Call your local Gamko distributor

Gastro 16/1

Gamko BV

Mon Plaisir 75

4879 AL Etten-Leur

Postbox 274

4870 AG Etten-Leur

The Netherlands

Stekno. G 1422