Bushman Arcticold DC-L Training manual

User Manual &
Operating Instructions
DC-L Fridges
CARAVAN – MARINE – RV - OFFGRID

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Congratulations on your purchase of a Bushman Arcticold DC-L fridge.
Please read these instructions carefully before installation and use.
Please be safe and use common sense and caution when installing,
operating and cleaning this appliance. If you are unsure about any of these
instructions, contact your local dealer before proceeding.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Do not lay your fridge on its back, top or sides or at any angle exceeding 30º.
If your fridge has been incorrectly handled, ensure that the fridge is placed in
a level upright position for 12 hours to allow the internal fluids to redistribute
evenly.
Never operate your fridge directly from a 240 V or AC power supply.
Do not use a modified sine wave inverter to operate your fridge.
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
DELIVERY
At delivery, please check that the fridge is complete and is not damaged in
any way. Remove all packaging and securing tapes from the fridge. To avoid
injury and causing damage to the appliance, be extremely cautious when
using sharp or pointed tools to complete this task.
Do not connect an appliance that has been damaged, contact your local
dealer immediately.
INSTALLATION
Installation of the DC-L range of fridges must be completed by a suitably
trained professional only.
POWER SUPPLY
Your fridge must be connected to a stable and regulated 12 V or 24 V DC
power supply only. The compressor will automatically detect which voltage is
present adjust accordingly.
If you are using a generator or other power supply, the output must be a pure
sine wave. Any fluctuations in generator current may damage the
compressor.

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WIRING
For optimum results, you will need the correct sized wire depending on the
distance from your power supply to the fridge. Wiring must be directly from
your fridge to your battery and should be continuous without joins. Please
also ensure the earth is wired directly to your battery, not to a chasse. If your
wiring is insufficient, your fridge may not perform correctly or may be even be
damaged.
CROSS SECTION
IN MM2
MAXIMUM LENGTH OF WIRE IN METRES
12 V
24 V
2.5
2.5
5
4
4
8
6
6
12
10
10
20
Any switches must have a breaking load not less than 20 A on 12 V or 10 A
on 24 volts.
Ensure the wiring polarity is correct. Connect the red wire to the positive
terminal (+) and the black wire to the negative terminal (-).
Never connect bare electric wires. Use only connections of a size suitable for
the cross section of the wire being used.

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INSTALLATION IN A CAVITY WITH THE MOUNTING KIT
DC-L fridges are designed to be installed in a cavity. We recommend allowing
a minimum 5mm gap on the left side, right side and above the fridge cabinet
when installing. A minimum gap of 50mm is recommended for the rear. Refer
to the following table and diagram for the recommended cut-out dimensions.
SIDE FRONT
MODEL
CUT-OUT CAVITY DIMENSIONS (MM)
WIDTH
DEPTH
HEIGHT
DC190-L
610
575
1385
DC285-L
610
675
1555

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EFFICIENT OPERATION
VENTILATION
Two vents need to be provided from the rear of the fridge cavity to the outside
environment, or to the general area where the fridge is located. The vents
should be located at the bottom and top of the fridge cavity and have a free
cross section of at least 200cm2 each. This allows for natural thermal air
flows across the condenser.
MOUNTING KIT
The mounting kit is first affixed to the side and top of the fridge cabinet using
the screws provided.
Once the fridge has been connected to the power supply and moved into its
final position, the mounting kit can be affixed to the front of the cavity.
OPERATING THE FRIDGE
THERMOSTAT
• Turn the thermostat knob around from 0 to power up the fridge.
• The cooling level can be set between 1 and 7.
• 7 is the coldest setting and 1 is the warmest.
EQUALISING THE FRIDGE
During the first 24 hours of operation, your compressor will operate for longer
than usual. This process allows the internal air temperature, food, drinks,
condenser and insulation to equalise.
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
• Have a much ventilation as possible – the more the better.
• Keep the fridge out of direct sunlight whenever possible
• Only open the fridge or freezer door when necessary
• Allow hot food to cool down before placing inside the fridge
• Defrost the fridge as soon as a layer of ice forms
• Set the fridge to be only as cold as necessary

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CLEANING
Wash the inside of your fridge with luke warm water and a mild soap. Never
use abrasive or corrosive cleaning agents, steel wool or scouring sponges. A
soft sponge, towel, or soft brush is recommended.
Always keep the inside of the fridge clean and dry. Remove any condensate
water or ice which gathers in or near the tray under the freezer compartment.
Be careful when opening or closing the freezer door if ice has been allowed to
accumulate in this area.
Keep the doors of the fridge ajar when the fridge is not in use, to allow fresh
air to circulate inside the fridge compartment.
DEFROSTING
Defrosting needs to be carried out when the ice layer reaches a thickness of
5mm.
Set the thermostat to 0 and move your food and beverages to another cool
place. Do not use any objects to remove the ice or frost, it must be allowed to
melt naturally. Once the ice has melted, dry the inside of the fridge and
freezer compartment.
REVERSING THE FRONT DOOR HINGES
The door hinges from the right side. To change the hinge side, simple
unscrew the door hinges from the fridge cabinet, move to the other side and
re-affix using the same screws.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING
VOLTAGE
The most common cause of an incorrectly functioning fridge is a lack of
voltage.
Your fridge has built in battery protection and needs the following minimum
voltage for the compressor to start (Cut-in) or stop (Cut-out).
Battery Protection Settings
VOLTAGE
CUT OUT
CUT IN
12 V
10.4 V
11.7 V
24 V
22.8 V
24.2V
During fridge operation, a load is placed on your power supply which can
cause your voltage level to drop by as much as 2 V. This occurs especially if
the wiring in insufficient or if there is a loose connection somewhere.
If this occurs, your fridge may exhibit a continuous start / stop / start pattern. If
so, have your wiring checked by an electrician when under a 10 A load.
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING
Check:
• Correct power supply
• The built-in fuse
• The voltage to the compressor is still 12V when a 10 A load is placed on
the wire
• The fan is operating
• The polarity of the connections are correct
• There is adequate ventilation to the rear of the fridge
• The fuse is not blown
• You have given the fridge enought time to cool down

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DC190-L
DC285-L
COMPRESSOR
Secop BD50
Secop BD50
VOLTAGE
12 V / 24 V DC
12 V / 24 V DC
REFRIGERANT
170g R134a
190g R134a
EXTERNAL
DIMENSIONS
(mm)
W 600
D 600
H 1380
W 600
D 700
H 1550
NETT WEIGHT
50 kg
62 kg

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WARRANTY
DP Refrigeration Pty Ltd trading as Bushman OffGrid Refrigeration ABN 94
615 295 255 (Bushman) warrants, to the original owner, that this product is
free from defects in workmanship and material for a period of three (3) years
from the purchase date. This warranty shall be limited to repairing or
replacing, at Bushman’s option and without charge to the purchaser, defective
components. All warranty work shall be performed at an Bushman approved
facility. Shipping charges related to returning the product to the Bushman
facility are not covered under this warranty. However, this warranty covers
shipping charges related to returning the repaired product to the customer.
This warranty does not apply to damage or wear to the product caused by
accident, abuse, misuse, neglect, unauthorized alteration or repair, or if the
product was not used in accordance with Bushman printed installation and
operating instructions. To obtain service under this warranty, the defective
product must be returned to Bushman together with a copy of the original
purchase receipt. Any product repaired or replaced under this warranty will be
warranted for the balance of the warranty period with respect to the original
purchased product. Bushman is not liable for any incidental or consequential
loss or damages whatsoever as a result of use or misuse of this product. Any
statutory warranty also applies.
For after sales service and enquiries, please contact:
BUSHMAN OffGrid Refrigeration
3 Contour Close Research VIC 3095
[phone]
[e-mail]