DS 400BL - Fridge DOMETIC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL DS 400BL DOMETIC

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Installation and Operating Manual.....17

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DS200 BI

820 329 422

393 455

DS200 FS

820 329 422

393 45540

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DS300 BI

820 329 422

393 540

DS300 FS

820 329 422

393 54040

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DS400 BI

820 328 306 422

450 540

DS400 FS

820 328 306 422

450 54041

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DS600 BI

948 373 486

494 552

DS600 FS

948 373 486

494 55240

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ENERG SUPPLIER'S NAME MODEL IDENTIFIER A B C D E F G kWh/annumXYZ XYZ L XYZ L XY dB ABCD

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Please read these instructions carefully and follow all instructions, guidelines, and warnings included in this product manual in order to ensure that you install, use, and maintain the product properly at all times. These instructions MUST stay with this product.

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Table of contents

1 Explanation of symbols....17
2 Safety instructions....18
3 Scope of delivery .....21
4 Intended use....21
5 Technical description 22
6 Installing and connecting the mini fridge. 23
7 Using the mini fridge.... 26
8 Cleaning and maintenance.... 28
9 Troubleshooting 28
10 Warranty 29
11 Disposal 30
12 Technical data 30

1 Explanation of symbols

DANGER!

Safety instruction: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING!

Safety instruction: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION!

Safety instruction: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE!

Indicates a situation that, if not avoided, can result in property damage.

NOTE

Supplementary information for operating the product.

2 Safety instructions

2.1 General safety

WARNING! Failure to obey these warnings could result in death or serious injury.

Electrocution hazard

• Ensure that the mini fridge has been installed by a qualified technician in accordance with the Dometic installation manual.
• Do not operate the mini fridge if it is visibly damaged.
• If this mini fridge's power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent safety hazards.
• This mini fridge may only be repaired by qualified personnel. Inadequate repairs may cause serious hazards.

Fire hazard

- The refrigerant in the refrigerant circuit is highly flammable. In the event of any damage to the refrigerant circuit:

• Switch off the mini fridge.
• Avoid naked flames and sparks.
  – Air the room well.

Explosion hazard

- Do not store any explosive substances, such as spray cans with propellants, in the mini fridge.

Health hazard

- Never open the absorber unit. It is under high pressure and can cause injury if it is opened.

• This mini fridge can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the mini fridge in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
  • Children shall not play with the mini fridge.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload the mini fridge.

CAUTION! Failure to obey these cautions could result in minor or moderate injury.

Risk of crushing

- Do not put your fingers into the hinge.

Health hazard

- Foodstuff may only be stored in its original packaging or in suitable containers.

NOTICE! Damage hazard

• Check that the voltage specification on the type plate is the same as that of the power supply.
• The mini fridge is not suitable for storing substances which are caustic or contain solvents.
• The insulation of the cooling device contains flammable cyclopentane and requires special disposal procedures. Deliver the cooling device at the end of its life-cycle to an appropriate recycling center.
• Keep the drainage outlet clean at all times.
• Do not open the refrigerant circuit under any circumstances.
• Only carry the mini fridge upright.

2.2 Operating the mini fridge safely

DANGER! Failure to obey these warnings will result in death or serious injury.

Electrocution hazard

- Do not touch exposed cables with your bare hands.

CAUTION! Failure to obey these cautions could result in minor or moderate injury.

Electrocution hazard

- Before starting the mini fridge, ensure that the power supply line and the plug are dry.

Health hazard

• Make sure that you only put items in the mini fridge which may be chilled at the selected temperature.
• Food may only be stored in its original packaging or in suitable containers.
• Opening the door for long periods can cause significant increase of the temperature in the compartments of the mini fridge.
• Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems.

• If the mini fridge is left empty for long periods:

• Switch off the mini fridge.

• Defrost the mini fridge.
• Clean and dry the mini fridge.
• Leave the door open to prevent mould developing within the mini fridge.

NOTICE! Damage hazard

• Only store heavy objects such as bottles or cans in the mini fridge door or on the bottom shelf.
• Do not use electrical devices inside the mini fridge unless they are recommended by the manufacturer for that purpose.
• Do not place it near naked flames or other heat sources (heaters, direct sunlight, gas ovens etc.).
• Ensure that the ventilation vents are not covered.
• Never immerse the mini fridge in water.
• Protect the mini fridge and the cable against heat and moisture.
• Make sure that foodstuffs do not touch the walls of the cooling area.

3 S c o p e o f d

Quantity Description

1 Mini fridge

1 Installation and operating manual

4 Intended use

The refrigeration appliance (also referred to as mini fridge) is designed for operation in enclosed buildings, such as:

• In staff kitchens in stores, offices and other work areas
  • In the agricultural sector
  • In hotels, motels and other accommodations
  • In bed and breakfast establishments
  • In catering businesses or similar wholesaler operations

The mini fridge is not suitable for installation in caravans or mobile homes.

This mini fridge is intended to be used either as a built-in appliance or as freestanding refrigeration appliance. Refer to the installation instructions.

The mini fridge is designed exclusively for cooling and storing of beverages and foods in closed containers, and fresh foods.

The mini fridge is not suitable for storing medicine or freezing foodstuffs.

This mini fridge is only suitable for the intended purpose and application in accordance with these instructions.

This manual provides information that is necessary for proper installation and/or operation of the mini fridge. Poor installation and/or improper operating or maintenance will result in unsatisfactory performance and a possible failure.

The manufacturer accepts no liability for any injury or damage to the product resulting from:

• Incorrect assembly or connection, including excess voltage
• Incorrect maintenance or use of spare parts other than original spare parts provided by the manufacturer
  • Alterations to the product without express permission from the manufacturer
• Use for purposes other than those described in this manual

Dometic reserves the right to change product appearance and product specifications.

5 Technical description

The device is a mini fridge with absorption cooling. Ammonia is used as the refrigerant. All materials used are compatible for use with foodstuffs. The refrigerant circuit is maintenance-free.

The mini fridge is available as freestanding version (FS) and as built-in version (BI).

The freestanding version is intended for freestanding use. The cooling unit cover protects the warm parts of the cooling units. The foot frame with ventilation openings ensure sufficient ventilation. By removing the foot frame and cooling unit cover the mini fridge can be used as a built-in version.

The built-in version is intended to be mounted into furniture. It does not have a foot frame or cooling unit cover.

The temperature is set using the thermostatic control on the inside of the mini fridge.

The electronics checks the mini fridge's function after every defrosting phase by measuring the evaporator temperature drop. If it registers a problem it shuts down the mini fridge and the interior light flashes continuously.

The mini fridge is equipped with an automatic defrosting function. Each defrosting phase lasts 2 hours. 39 hours after switching on the cooling device, the first defrosting phase starts. After that, every 22 hours a defrosting phase is performed.

The defrost water is run through a drain tube from the drip channel to an evaporator vessel at the mini fridge's bottom rear. The defrost water evaporates automatically into the circulating air so that the vessel does not need to be emptied.

Two door sensors check whether the door is open.

5.1 Components

The various types of mini fridges are shown in the following illustrations:

No. Explanation
1 Thermostat
2 Interior light
3 Cover for cooling unit (only in freestanding models)
4 Evaporator
5 Door
6 Door lock (optional)
7	A	i	r	s	e	n
8 Foot frame (only in freestanding models)
9	S	h	e	l	f
10 Evaporator sensor
11 Door sensor
12 Door inserts

6 Installing and connecting the mini fridge

6.1 Instructions for installing the mini fridge

Observe the following when installing the mini fridge:

- Install the mini fridge so that the warm air produced can easily flow away (either upwards or to the sides, fig. 5, page 7).

No. in fig. 5, Explanation page 7

1 Cold intake air

2 Heated exhaust air

3 Clearance above the mini fridge if exhaust air can not adequately circulate upwardly or at the side

- Observe the following installation dimensions:

• D S 2fig.19, page 12
• D S 3fig.20, page 13
• D S 4fig.21, page 14
• D S 6fig.02,page 15

- Keep objects clear of openings in the housing or installation structure (such as ventilation slots, etc.).

6.2 Installing freestanding version

Observe the following to set up the mini fridge in a freestanding position:

• Ensure that the cover for protecting the hot components of the cooling unit is present.
• Ensure that the floor frame is in place to provide adequate air circulation.

Place the mini fridge on a level surface. Use a water level to check this.

6.3 Installing built-in version

CAUTION! Health hazard

To avoid a hazard due to instability of the device, it must be fixed in accordance with the instructions.

Observe the following instructions if you wish to install the mini fridge in cabinetry:

• Place the mini fridge on a level surface. Use a water level to check this.
• Maintain 20 mm clearance to the walls.
  • Air must be able to circulate without any hindrance (fig. 5, page 7).
• The entire cooling unit must extend into the ventilation duct.
• The air in the ventilation duct may not be heated by other heat sources.
• The ventilation grille must have a cross-section of at least 200~cm^2 .

Proceed as follows to install the mini fridge (fig. 6, page 8):

▶ Erect the mini fridge and screw on the feet of the device.

6.4 Mounting the door handle (optional)

▶ Proceed as shown to mount the door handle (fig. 7, page 8).
▶ Proceed as shown to disassemble the door handle (fig. 8, page 8).

6.5 Changing the door hinge

WARNING! Electrocution hazard

Before performing any work on the mini fridge, unplug the power plug.

NOTICE! Risk of damage!

The mini fridge may only lie on its side briefly.

You can change the hinge of the door, so that it opens to the left rather than the right.

▶ Proceed as shown to change the door hinge:

• Freestanding version: fig. 9, page 9 to fig. 13, page 10
  – Build-in version: fig. 10, page 9 to fig. 12, page 9

6.6 Replacing the door panel

NOTICE! Risk of damage

The mini fridge may only briefly lie on its side.

The door panel has the following dimensions:

Model Width Height Thickness

▶ If necessary, disassemble the door handle (chapter "Mounting the door handle (optional)" on page 24).
▶ If necessary, remove the retaining ring of the door lock.
▶ Proceed as shown to remove the decorative plate (fig. 14, page 10).
▶ Proceed as shown to mount the decorative plate (fig. 15, page 10).

• Ensure that food or liquids in glass containers are not excessively refrigerated. Liquids expand when they freeze. This can therefore destroy glass containers.
• Ensure that you only put items in the mini fridge which may be chilled at the selected temperature.

7.1 Before first use

Before starting your new mini fridge for the first time, you should clean it inside and outside with a damp cloth for hygienic reasons (see also chapter "Cleaning and maintenance" on page 28).

7.2 Saving energy

• Only open the mini fridge as often and for as long as necessary.
• Allow warm food to cool down first before placing it in the device to keep cool.
• Avoid unnecessarily low temperature settings.
• For optimal energy consumption, position the shelves and drawers according to their position on delivery.
• On a regularly basis, make sure the door seal still fits properly.
• Clean dust and dirt from the condenser at regular intervals.

7.3 Positioning the shelves

DS200, DS300

Proceed as shown (fig. 16, page 11).

DS400, DS600

Proceed as shown (fig. 17, page 11).

7.4 Switching on

▶ Plug the power plug into the socket.
√ The mini fridge begins a self-test.

√ The LED initially flashes several times and then lights continuously.
√ The mini fridge is switched on.

NOTE

After switching on, the mini fridge needs several hours to reach the cooling temperature within the mini fridge compartment.

7.5 Setting the temperature

To avoid food waste, note the following:

• Keep temperature fluctuation as low as possible. Only open the refrigerator as often and for as long as necessary. Store the foodstuff in such a way that the air can still circulate well.
• Adjust the temperature to the quantity and type of the foodstuff.
• Store the different foodstuff types as shown in the figures.
• Foodstuff can easily absorb or release odor or taste. Always store foodstuff covered or in closed containers/bottles.

▶ Set the thermostatic control (fig. 18, page 12) to the middle position.

Depending on the filling and installation conditions, a different position may be necessary. Turning the controller toward the large symbol increases the cooling; turning it toward the smaller symbol reduces the cooling.

7.6 Switching off and storing

If you intend to not use the mini fridge for a longer period, proceed as follows:

▶ Pull the power plug out of the socket.
▶ Clean the mini fridge (see chapter "Cleaning and maintenance" on page 28).
Leave the door open to prevent odors from forming.

7.7 Replacing the LED

NOTICE! Damage hazard

The lamp can only be replaced by the manufacturer, a service agent or similarly qualified person to avoid hazard.

8 Cleaning and maintenance

WARNING! Electrocution hazard

Always disconnect the refrigerator from the mains before you clean and service it.

NOTICE! Damage hazard

• Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or hard objects during cleaning as these can damage the refrigerator.
• Never use hard or sharp tools to remove ice or to free objects frozen onto the device.
• Do not use any mechanical tools or any other tools to speed up the defrosting process.

▶ Clean the refrigerator regularly and as soon as it becomes dirty with a damp cloth.
▶ Make sure that no water drips into the seals. This can damage the electronics.
▶ Wipe the refrigerator dry with a cloth after cleaning.
▶ Check the condensate drain regularly.

Clean the condensate drain when necessary. If it is blocked, the condensate collects on the bottom of the refrigerator.

9 Troubleshooting

Fault Possible cause Solution

No cooling, absorber unit cold	Power plug not plugged in Insert power plug in socket.
	No voltage in socket Check household fuse.
	Electronics or sensors defective	Authorized service agent: Install new electronics or sensors.
	Heating cartridge defective	Authorized service agent: Install new heating cartridge.
	Defrosting phase active No action required

Fault Possible cause Solution

No cooling, absorber unit warm	Refrigerator is not level Align refrigerator with water level.
	Refrigerator was switched on recently	Check cooling again after 5 to 6 hours.
	Cooling unit defective Authorized service agent:Replace refrigerator.
Poor cooling performance	Refrigerator is exposed to direct sunlight	Take refrigerator out of direct sunlight.
	Refrigerator door does not close with a tight seal	Check clearances (fig. 5, page 7).
		Authorized service agent:Replace door seal.
	Refrigerator was recently filled	Check cooling again after 5 to 6 hours.
Frost formation in the refrigerator compartment	Door of refrigerator does not close with a tight seal	Check clearances (fig. 5, page 7)
		Authorized service agent:Replace door seal
No cooling, interior light flashing	Refrigerator overloaded ▶	Disconnect the device from the power supply for at least 10 s. ▶ Connect the device
	Door not closed properly
	No adequate air circulation for the cooling unit	This will reset the electronics and the device should resume normal operation.
	Refrigerator is not level	If the LEDs start flashing again, a major fault has occurred: ▶ Contact an authorized repair center.

10 Warranty

The statutory warranty period applies. If the product is defective, please contact your retailer or the manufacturer's branch in your country (see dometic.com/dealer).

For repair and warranty processing, please include the following documents when you send in the product:

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

11 Disposal

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.

12 Technical data

	DS200 DS300 DS400 DS600
Input voltage: 220 – 240 V
Rated input power: 65 W
Total volume:	23 l	28 l	34 l	45 l
Energy efficiency class: D
Energy consumption:- FS:- BI:	0.793 kWh/24 h0.809 kWh/24 h	0.801 kWh/24 h0.817 kWh/24 h	0.807 kWh/24 h0.823 kWh/24 h	0.821 kWh/24 h0.836 kWh/24 h
Climate class: N SN
Intended ambient temperature use:	+10 °C to +32 °C
Noise emission:	0 dB(A)
Propellant:	Cyclopentane
Refrigerant:	Ammonia
Dimensions H x W x D:	fig. 19, page 12	fig. 20, page 13	fig. 21, page 14	fig. 22, page 15
Weight:	14 kg	15 kg	17 kg	20 kg
Inspection/certification:	CE

For the current EU declaration of conformity for your device please refer to the respective product page on dometic.com or contact the manufacturer directly (see dometic.com/dealer).

Further product information can be accessed via QR code on the energy label in the figures or via eprel.ec.europa.eu.

5 Description technique

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DS200, DS300

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