Dometic CDF-11 User manual

Bordbar CDF-11
EN 4 Compressor bordbar
Instruction Manual
FR 17 Bordbar à compresseur
Notice d’emploi

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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 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3 Scope of delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
4 Technical description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
5 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
6Cleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
8 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
9 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Please observe the following safety instructions.
1 Safety instructions
1.1 General safety
Do not operate the device if it is visibly damaged.
Ensure that the ventilation slots are not covered.
This device may only be repaired by qualified personnel. Inade-
quate repairs can lead to considerable hazards.
Do not use electrical devices inside the cooler unless they are
recommended by the manufacturer for the purpose.
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.
Electronic devices are not toys.
Always keep and use the device out of the reach of children.
Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the device.
Food may only be stored in its original packaging or in suitable
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The cooling device is not suitable for transporting caustic mate-
rials or materials containing solvents.
Do not open the refrigerant circuit under any circumstances!
Connect the device with the 12/24 V lead supplied to a 12/24 V
socket.
Do not pull the plug out of the cigarette lighter or the socket by
the cable.
If the connection cable is damaged, it must be replaced with the
cable of the same type and specifications.
Pull out the connection cable:
– Before cleaning and maintenance
– After use
On boats: if the device is powered by the mains, ensure that the
power supply has a ground fault interrupter circuit. Danger of
fatal injuries!
Disconnect the cooling device and otherpower consuming de-
vices from the battery before connecting the quick charging de-
vice.
Check that the voltage specification on the type plate corre-
sponds to that of the energy supply.
1.2 Operating the device safely
Before starting the device, ensure that the power supply cable
and the plug are dry.
Do not place the device near naked flames or other heat sourc-
es (heaters, direct sunlight, gas ovens etc.)
Caution! Danger of overheating!
Ensure at all times that there is sufficient ventilation so that the
heat that arises during operation does not build up. Make sure
that the device is sufficiently far away from walls and other ob-
jects so that the air can circulate.
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.

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A few water drops may form inside the cooler if it has been cool-
ing for a lengthy period. This is normal because the moisture in
the air condenses to water when the temperature in the cooler
falls. The cooler is not defective. Wipe it out with a dry cloth if
necessary.
Do not touch exposed cables with your bare hands. This espe-
cially applies when operating the device with an AC mains pow-
er supply. Danger of fatal injuries!
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage resulting
from improper usage or incorrect operation .
2 Intended use
The cooler CDF-11 is suitable for cooling and freezing foodstuffs.
The device has been designed for use with a 12/24 V on-board power sup-
ply socket of a car (cigarette lighter) or caravan.
The appliance may also be used for camping use. The appliance shall not be
exposed to rain.
Caution!
If you wish to cool medicines, please check if the cooling capacity
of the device is suitable for the medicine in question.
3 Scope of delivery
Cooling device
Connection cable for 12/24 V connection
Carry strap

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4 Technical description
The cooler can chill products, keep them cool as well as freeze them. A main-
tenance-free, CFC-free refrigerant circuit with compressor provides the cool-
ing.
The cooler is suitable for mobile use.
When used in vehicles the cooler can be secured with the seat belt.
An integrated battery monitor can be set to protect your vehicle battery from
discharging to dangerously low levels (see chapter “Using the battery moni-
tor” on page 11).
If an error occurs within the interior electronics, the cooling can be kept by
using an emergency switch.
4.1 Description of the device
Position in fig. , page 2
Item Description
1Control panel
2Cup holder
3 Fixing position for seat belt
4 Interior LED light
5Cooling compartment
6 Freezer compartment
7Lock
8 Skid proof pad
9Handles
10 Carry strap
11 Connection socket
12 Emergency switch
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4.2 Operating and display elements
Control panel (fig. , page 2)
Item Description Explanation
1 On/Off buttonSwitches the cooler on or off when the button is
pressed for between one and two seconds
2 POWER Status indication
LED lights up greenCompressor is on; preset
temperature isn’t reached
yet
LED lights up orange Preset temperature is
reached
LED flashes orange Insufficient voltage
3 ERROR LED flashes red Device is switched on but
not ready for operation
4 SET Selects the input mode
– Set Temperature
– Set temperature unit (Celsius or Fahrenheit)
– Set battery monitor
5Display Shows the temperature inside the cooling compart-
ment
The first three digits of the four-digit display show the
temperature, the fourth digit shows the temperature
unit (°C or °F).
In case of an error the display shows the error mes-
sage “Err1” or “Err2”.
6 + Press once to increase the value
7 – Press once to decrease the value
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5 Operation
The device is equipped with an interior LED light which remains on whenever
power is connected. The power consumption of this LED light is extremely
low and insignificant compared to the overall power consumption of the de-
vice.
5.1 Before initial use
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 mainte-
nance” on page 14).
5.2 Energy saving tips
Choose a well ventilated installation location which is protected against di-
rect sunlight.
Allow warm food to cool down first before placing it in the device to keep
cool.
Do not open the cooling device more often than necessary.
Do not leave the lid open for longer than necessary.
Defrost the cooler once a layer of ice forms.
Avoid unnecessary low temperatures.
5.3 Locking the cooler
Close the lid.
Press the lock (fig. 7, page 2) down until it snaps in audibly.
5.4 Connecting to a cigarette lighter
Note
If you connect the device to the cigarette lighter of your vehicle, re-
member that the ignition must be turned on to supply the device
with power.
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5.5 Securing the cooler in the vehicle
Open the lid of the cooler.
Place the seat belt into the fixing position (fig.3, page 2) of the cooler.
Close the lid.
Fasten the seat belt and tighten it.
5.6 Switching-on the cooler
Caution – Danger of overheating!
Ensure at all times thatthere is sufficient ventilation so that the
heatthat generated during operation can dissipate. Ensure that
theventilation slots are not covered. Make sure that the device
issufficiently far away from walls and other objects so that the
aircan circulate.
Warning – Danger of damaging the device!
Disconnect the cooler and other consumer units from the battery
before you connect the battery to a quick charging device.
Overvoltage can damage the electronics of the device.
The cooler can be operated with 12 V or 24 V .
For safety reasons the cooler is equipped with an electronic system to pre-
vent polarity reversal. This protects the cooler against short-circuiting when
connecting to a battery.
Place the cooler on a firm foundation.
Make sure that the ventilation slots are not covered and that the heated
air can dissipate.
Connect the 12/24 V connection cable to the cigarette lighter or an
12/24 V socket in your vehicle.
Caution!
Ensure that the only those objects are placed in the cooler that are
intended to be cooled at the selected temperature.
Note
During normal operation the emergency switch (fig.12, page 2)
has to be set to the “Normal” position.
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Press the “ON/OFF” button (fig.1, page 2) for three seconds.
The “POWER” LED (fig. 2, page 2) lights up green.
When the cooler reaches the preset temperature, the LED lights up
orange.
The display (fig. 5, page 2) switches on and shows the current cooling
temperature.
The cooler starts cooling the interior.
5.7 Setting the temperature
Press the “SET” button (fig. 4, page 2) once.
Use the “+” (fig.6, page 2) and “–” (fig. 7, page 2) buttons to select
the cooling temperature.
The cooling temperature appears in the display for a few seconds. The
display flashes several times and then the current temperature is dis-
played again.
5.8 Selecting the temperature units
You can switch the temperature display between Celsius and Fahrenheit.
This is how to do it:
Switch on the cooler.
Press the “SET” button (fig. 4, page 2) twice.
Use the “+” (fig. 6, page 2) and “–” (fig. 7, page 2) buttons to select
Celsius or Fahrenheit.
The selected temperature units then appear in the display for a few sec-
onds. The display flashes several times before it returns to the current
temperature.
5.9 Using the battery monitor
The device is equipped with a multi-level battery monitor that protects your
vehicle battery against excessive discharging when the device is connected
to the on-board 12/24 V supply.
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 a set lev-
el. The cooler will switch back on once the battery has been recharged to the
restart voltage level.
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Note
When switched off by the battery monitor due to low voltage the dis-
play (fig. 5, page 2) goes blank and the “POWER” LED
(fig. 2, page 2) flashes orange.
Caution – Danger of damage!
When switched off by the battery monitor, the battery will no longer
be fully charged. Avoid starting repeatedly or operating current
consumers without longer charging phases. Ensure that the battery
is recharged.
In “HIGH” mode, the battery monitor responds faster than at the levels “LOW”
and “MED” (see the following table).
This is how to select the battery monitor mode:
Switch on the cooler.
Press the “SET” button (fig. 4, page 2) three times.
Use the “+” (fig. 6, page 2) and “–” (fig. 7, page 2) buttons to select
the battery monitor mode.
The selected mode then appears in the display for a few seconds. The
display flashes several times before it returns to the current temperature.
Note
When the cooler is supplied by the starter battery, select the battery
monitor mode “HIGH”. If the cooler is connected to a supply battery,
the battery monitor mode “LOW” will suffice.
If you wish to operate the cooler from the AC mains, set the battery
monitor to the “LOW” position.
Battery monitor modeLOW MED HIGH
Switch-off voltage at 12 V 10.1 V 11.4 V 11.8 V
Restart voltage at 12 V 11.1 V 12.2 V 12.6 V
Switch-off voltage at 24 V 21.5 V 24.1 V 24.6 V
Restart voltage at 24 V 23.0 V 25.3 V 26.2 V
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5.10 Using the emergency switch
The device is equipped with an emergency switch. Thus you can keep cool-
ing if an error occurs within the interior electronics.
Note
During normal operation the emergency switch (fig.12, page 2)
has to be set to the “Normal” position.
If the interior electronics fail: Slide the emergency switch to the “Emergen-
cy” position.
5.11 Switching off the cooler
Empty the cooler.
Switch the cooler off: Press the “ON/OFF” button (fig. 1, page 2) for
three seconds.
Pull out the connection cable.
If you do not want to use the cooler for a longer period of time:
Leave the cover slightly open. This prevents odour build-up.
5.12 Defrosting the cooler
Humidity can form frost in the interior of the cooling device or on the vaporis-
er. This reduces the cooling capacity. Defrost the device in good time to avoid
this.
Caution!
Danger of damaging the device!
Never use hard or pointed tools to remove ice or to loosen objects
which have frozen in place.
To defrost the cooler, proceed as follows:
Take out the contents of the cooling device.
If necessary, place them in another cooling device to keep them cool.
Switch off the device.
Leave the cover open.
Wipe off the defrosted water.
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5.13 Replacing the plug fuse (12/24 V)
Pull the adapter sleeve (fig. 4, page 3) off of the plug.
Unscrew the screw (fig.5, page 3) out of the upper half of the housing
(fig. 6, page 3).
Carefully raise the upper half of the housing from the lower (fig. 1,
page3) half.
Take out the contact pin (fig. 3, page3).
Replace the defective fuse (fig. 2, page3) with a new one that has the
same rating (T8A 32V).
Re-assemble the plug in the reverse order.
6 Cleaning and maintenance
Caution!
Before cleaning or maintaining the cooler, pull the cable out of the
socket or the cigarette lighter.
Caution!
Never clean the device under running water or in dish water.
Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or hard objects during clean-
ing as these can damage the device.
Never use brushes, scouring pads or hard or pointed tools to re-
move ice or to loosen objects which have frozen in place.
Occasionally clean the device interior and exterior with a damp cloth.
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7 Troubleshooting
8 Disposal
Place the packaging material in the appropriate recycling waste bins
wherever possible.
If you wish to finally dispose of the device, ask your local recycling
centre or specialist dealer for details about how to do this in
accordance with the applicable disposal regulations.
Fault Possible cause Suggested remedy
Device does not function,
“POWER” LED does not
glow.
There is no voltage
present in the 12/24 V
socket (cigarette
lighter) in your
vehicle.
The ignition must be switched on in
most vehicles to apply current to the
cigarette lighter.
The device does not cool
(plug is inserted, “POWER”
LED is lit).
Defective compressor.This can only be repaired by an author-
ised customer repair agent.
The device does not cool
(plug is inserted, “POWER”
LED flashes, the display is
blank).
The voltage present in
the 12/24V socket is
too low.
Check the battery and charge if neces-
sary.
Check the wiring and connections.
When operating from the
12/24V socket (cigarette
lighter):
The ignition is on andthe
device is not working and
the “POWER” LED isnot lit.
Pull the plug out of the
socket and make the follow-
ing checks.
The cigarette lighter
socket is dirty. This
results in a poor elec-
trical contact.
If the plug of your cooler becomes very
warm in the cigarette lighter socket,
either the lighter socket must be
cleaned or the plug has not been
assembled correctly.
The fuse of the
12/24V plug has
blown.
Replace the fuse (5 A) in the cigarette
lighter plug, see “Replacing the plug
fuse (12/24 V)” on page28.
The vehicle fuse has
blown.
Replace the vehicle’s 12/24V socket
fuse (usually 15A). Please refer to
your vehicle’s operating manual.
“ERROR” LED flashes and
the display shows “ERR1”
or “ERR2”.
Device is defective. This can only be repaired by an author-
ised customer repair agent.

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9 Technical data
Note
At ambient temperatures above 90 °F the minimum
temperature cannot be achieved.
The coolant circuit contains R134a.
Versions, technical modifications and delivery options reserved.
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BordBar CDF-11 Consignes de sécurité
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Veuillez lire ce manuel attentivement avant de mettre l'appareil en
service et conservez-le. Transmettez-le au nouvel acquéreur si vous
revendez l'appareil.
Sommaire
1 Consignes de sécurité . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2 Usage conforme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3 Contenu de la livraison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4 Description technique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5 Utilisation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6 Entretien et nettoyage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
7 Dépannage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
8Recyclage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
9 Caractéristiques techniques. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Respectez les consignes de sécurité suivantes.
1 Consignes de sécurité
1.1 Sécurité générale
Si l'appareil présente des dégâts visibles, vous ne devez pas le
mettre en service.
Assurez-vous que les fentes d'aération ne sont pas recouver-
tes.
Seul un personnel qualifié est habilité à effectuer des répara-
tions sur l'appareil. Toute réparation mal effectuée risque
d'entraîner de graves dangers.
N'utilisez aucun appareil électrique dans la glacière, sauf si ces
appareils sont recommandés par le fabricant pour cet usage.
Les personnes incapables d'utiliser la glacière en toute sécurité,
que ce soit en raison de déficiences physiques, sensorielles ou
mentales ou bien de leur manque d'expérience ou de connais-
sances, ne doivent pas utiliser cet appareil sans surveillance.
Les appareils électriques ne sont pas des jouets pour
enfants !
Placez et utilisez l'appareil hors de la portée des enfants.

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Les enfants doivent être surveillés pour s'assurer qu'ils ne
jouent pas avec l'appareil.
Les produits alimentaires doivent être conservés dans leurs
emballages originaux ou dans des récipients appropriés.
N'utilisez pas le réfrigérateur pour le transport de produits
corrosifs ou de solvants !
N'ouvrez jamais le circuit de refroidissement !
Si vous branchez l'appareil sur une prise 12 V, n'utilisez pas
d'autre câble de raccordement que celui de 12 V fourni.
Ne débranchez jamais l'appareil de l'allume-cigares ou de la
prise en tirant directement sur le câble de raccordement.
Si le câble de raccordement est endommagé, vous devez le
remplacer afin d’éviter tout danger.
Retirez la prise de raccordement :
– avant tout nettoyage et entretien
– après chaque utilisation
Sur les bateaux : veillez à ce que votre alimentation électrique
soit sécurisée par un disjoncteur différentiel si l'appareil est
branché sur le secteur ! Danger de mort !
Débranchez de la batterie la glacière et les autres consomma-
teurs d'énergie avant de raccorder un chargeur rapide !
Comparez la tension indiquée sur la plaque signalétique avec
l'alimentation électrique dont vous disposez.
1.2 Consignes de sécurité concernant le fonctionne-
ment de l'appareil
Avant de mettre l'appareil en service, assurez-vous que la ligne
d'alimentation électrique et le connecteur sont secs.
Ne placez pas l’appareil près de flammes ou d'autres sources
de chaleur (chauffage, rayons solaires, fours à gaz, etc.).
Attention, danger de surchauffe !
Veillez toujours à ce que la chaleur produite lors du fonctionne-
ment soit suffisamment dissipée. Veillez à ce que l'appareil se
trouve à distance suffisante des murs ou des objets, de sorte
que l'air puisse circuler.
Ne remplissez pas le bac intérieur de substances liquides ou de
glace.

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Ne plongez jamais l'appareil dans l'eau.
Tenez l'appareil et les câbles à l'abri de la chaleur et de
l'humidité.
Quelques gouttes d'eau ont pu se former à l'intérieur du réfrigé-
rateur s'il a été utilisé pendant un temps assez long. Ceci est
normal, car l'humidité de l'air se condense en gouttes d'eau
lorsque la température refroidit dans le réfrigérateur. Le réfrigé-
rateur n'est pas défectueux. Essuyez-le éventuellement avec
un chiffon sec.
Ne touchez jamais les lignes électriques dénudées en ayant les
mains nues. Cela est surtout valable en cas de fonctionnement
sur secteur : Danger de mort
Le fabricant décline toute responsabilité en cas de dommages
provoqués par une utilisation non conforme de l'appareil ou
par des erreurs de manipulation.
2 Usage conforme
La glacière CDF-11 est conçue pour la réfrigération et la congélation d'aliments.
L'appareil est conçu pour fonctionner sur une prise 12/24 V du réseau de
bord de votre voiture (allume-cigares) ou de votre camping-car.
L'appareil convient également pour le camping. L'appareil ne doit pas être
exposé à la pluie.
Attention !
Si vous souhaitez conserver au frais des médicaments, veuillez
vérifier si la puissance frigorifique de l'appareil correspond à la
température de conservation recommandée pour le médicament.
3 Contenu delalivraison
Glacière
Câble de raccordement pour prise 12/24 V
Bandoulière

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4 Description technique
La glacière permet de réfrigérer, de tenir au frais ou de congeler des produits.
La réfrigération est assurée par un circuit de refroidissement à compresseur
qui fonctionne sans CFC et ne nécessite aucune maintenance.
La glacière convient pour une utilisation mobile.
En cas d'utilisation de la glacière dans des véhicules, il est possible de fixer
la glacière à l'aide de la ceinture de sécurité.
Un protecteur de batterie intégré à l'appareil empêche la batterie de votre
véhicule de se décharger excessivement (voir chapitre « Utilisation du pro-
tecteur de batterie », page 38).
En cas d'erreur dans l'électronique interne, il est possible de maintenir le
refroidissement à l'aide d'un commutateur d'urgence.
4.1 Description de l'appareil
Position sur la fig. , page 2
Pos. Désignation
1 Panneau de commande
2 Porte-boissons
3 Passant pour ceinture de sécurité
4 Eclairage intérieur DEL
5Compartiment réfrigérateur
6Compartiment congélateur
7 Verrouillage
8Revêtement antidérapant
9 Poignées de transport
10 Bandoulière
11 Douille de raccordement
12 Commutateur d'urgence
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