Gasmate BFR1088 User manual
BFR1088 - 97 L
Width - 500mm
Depth - 555mm (Includes handle)
Height - 835mm
BFR2088 - 187 L
Width - 900mm
Depth - 555mm (Includes handle)
Height - 835mm
PREMIUM GLASS DOOR
BAR FRIDGE
Model No. BFR1088, BFR2088
Important: Retain these instructions for future use.
04412 12/21
Gasmate® is a registered trademark of
Sitro Group Australia Pty Ltd www.gasmate.com.au
Aber Living, N.Z. www.gasmate.co.nz
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Inspect contents of the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged
1. Triple glazed heated glass door(s)
2. Adjustable digital thermostat control inside fridge
3. Adjustable shelves
4. Light switch
5. Lock(s)
6. Fully moulded bacterial free interior
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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INSTALLATION & OPERATION
SAFE OPERATION
Beware of Children and Pets
Children should not be allowed to touch or operate
refrigerators or touch cords. All refrigerators should be
kept out of reach of children, preferably locked when not
in use.
Do Not Abuse the Power Cord
Never yank or pull on the power cord to disconnect it
from the mains supply socket. Never carry or move your
refrigerator by its power cord. Keep the power cord away
from heat, oil, solvents and sharp edges. Check power
cord regularly for signs of damage. If the power cord
becomes damaged have it replaced by an authorised
service facility. The power cord should be regularly
examined for signs of damage and the appliance is not to
be used if the cord is damaged.
Extension Cords and Reels
This refrigerator is NOT designed to run o an extension
cord. If you require an additional power point please have
one installed by a qualied electrician.
The use of extension cords may cause power voltage loss
which will result in damage to the compressor this will
NOT be covered under warranty.
Electrical Installation
The electrical system of this refrigerator must be supplied
through an earthed (3 pin) circuit with a residual current
device (RCD) having a rated residual operating current not
exceeding 30 mA. If uncertain have a qualied electrician
check your electrical system before installation and/or use.
All electrical connections are to be made in a dry area.
Outdoor power points must be weatherproof and installed
by a qualied electrician.
Safety
Before attempting to operate this refrigerator, the following
basic safety precautions should be taken to reduce the risk
of re, electric shock and personal injury. It is important
to read the instruction manual and to understand it’s
applications, limitations and potential hazards associated
with this refrigerator. This refrigerator is not intended for
use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety. This refrigerator is not
designed for use within 1m or above a water source. It
is important that you read, understand and follow these
instructions very carefully. They are designed for the safety
of yourself and others ensuring a long and trouble free
service life from your refrigerator. This electric refrigerator
complies with Australian and International standards and
safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried out by
qualied persons using original spare parts. Failure to do
so may result in considerable danger to the operator.
NOTE: If using the refrigerator outside in an alfresco area ensure that it is directly connected to an outdoors
power point.
Ensure this refrigerator is not left in the weather or in direct sunlight as this may aect cooling performance.
The electrical system of this refrigerator must be supplied through a residual current device (RCD) having
a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA. If uncertain have a qualied electrician check your
electrical system before installation and/or use.
All electrical connections are to be made in a dry area.
Outdoor power points must be weatherproof and installed by a qualied electrician.
Sitro Group Australia Pty Ltd is not responsible for incorrectly located refrigerators.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
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SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
• Refrigerant used in this
refrigerator is ammable.
• This refrigerator should be
installed as per AS5149:2016 to
ensure that there are no sources
of ignition in any area refrigerant
could gather in the event of a leak.
• Following all installation details
and guidelines in this manual will
meet AS5149:2016 requirements.
• Electrical equipment should not be placed under
or near the underside of this refrigerator or
anywhere where refrigerant could gather in the
event of a leak.
• Only use this refrigerator on at and level ground.
• Never allow children to operate, play with or crawl
inside the appliance.
• Adults and children should never sit or stand on
the fridge as injury may occur.
• When you dispose of your old refrigerators
and freezers, remove any doors. Children can
suocate if they get trapped inside.
• This appliance contains insulation formed with
ammable blowing gases. Avoid safety hazards by
carefully disposing of this appliance.
Blowing agent - Cyclopentane
• The appliance must be plugged into its own
dedicated 220-240V, 50Hz AC electrical outlet.
• Ensure that the electric outlet is properly earthed
to ground. Consult a qualied electrician if you are
unsure.
• Do not use an extension cord or adaptor plug.
• Unplug the appliance before cleaning.
• Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the
power cord. Always grip the plug rmly, and pull
straight out of the receptacle to prevent damaging
the power cord.
Do not use the refrigerator in areas where there is a
risk of explosion or re from ammable gases. Ensure
that the area is kept clear of combustible materials.
Do not use the refrigerator in damp areas, without
suitable ventilation. This refrigerator is not designed
for use within 1m or above a water source. Do not
place within one metre (1m) of any water source.
Fire risk exists if this refrigerator is covered by or
positioned close to curtains or other combustible
materials.
• This refrigerator must be operated on an earthed
circuit (3 pins).
• This refrigerator is intended for domestic/
household use only.
• DO NOT use this refrigerator in either the
bathroom or ensuite.
• DO NOT use a 3rd party timer, or
programmable system with this refrigerator.
• DO NOT clean the refrigerator while the
refrigerator is on or plugged into the mains
power supply.
• DO NOT expose the refrigerator to direct sunlight
as this may aect the cooling performance.
• If left in direct sunlight the fridge may not operate
as designed.
• NEVER use with the power cord coiled, bundled
up or tied up. Always extend fully before use.
• NEVER use the refrigerator if any part of it
is damaged.
• Ensure that the refrigerator is disconnected from
the mains supply when installing, cleaning or
removing/installing.
• Always turn the refrigerator OFF at the unit switch
and then the power point switch when not in use
for extended periods of time.
• Always ensure that the power cord is fully
extended.
• Always ensure that the refrigerator is kept clean
and free from dust.
• Never use refrigerator with cracked/broken glass -
replace glass before use.
RISK OF
FIRE
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WARNING
• Position the appliance in a dry place, avoiding
areas of high moisture or humidity.
• Don’t put the appliance in direct sunlight as this
may aect cooling performance.
• Don’t put the appliance near stoves, res or
heaters.
• The appliance shall not be exposed to rain as this
may aect the nish.
Protection from Moisture
Avoiding placing the refrigerator in a place where heavy
moisture is present so as to minimise possibility of rusting
of metal parts. The refrigerator should be kept out of
water or direct sprayed water, failure to do this could
cause poor performance and/or an electrical short could
occur.
Protection from Heat
The refrigerator should be protected from excessive heat
sources and out of direct sunlight as this may aect the
cooling performance.
Protect from Cold
The bar fridge should be protected from excessive
cold weather and frosts. Suggested minimum ambient
temperature should ideally be higher than 5°C, so that
optimal performance is not aected.
If ambient temperature is likely to drop below 5°C and the
bar fridge is not built in cover the top and side of the bar
fridge with a blanket, leave the rear and front uncovered.
Moving
When xed or moved, the refrigerator cannot be set
horizontally or reclined to more than 45° or positioned
upside down.
Never move while refrigerator is plugged in and
operating.
Once you have moved the refrigerator, leave standing in
a level position for 4 - 6 hours so that the compressor oil
can settle.
• Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance
enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of
obstruction. Do not use mechanical devices or
other means to accelerate the defrosting process.
• Do not use electrical appliance inside the food
storage compartments of the appliance.
Positioning
Ensure the sides and top have at least 10mm clearance
and the rear at least 50mm clearance to ensure adequate
ventilation and to allow ease of positioning.
Never cover the bottom front grill as this is required for
ventilation.
After installation the appliance should be left for 4 - 6
hours before it is plugged in and switched on this is to
allow the compressor oil to settle.
Disposal of Packaging
Always recycle and dispose of all packaging materials in
an environmentally friendly way. For specic information
on recycling in your area contact your local Council
Recycling Centre.
Disposal of Old Appliances
The majority of components are recyclable, however
there are also dangerous chemicals inside. To dispose of
old fridges rst remove the doors and contact your local
council for recycling options.
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IMPORTANT
CAUTION
• Never lick icy drinks when they rst come out
of the fridge. This can freeze burn your lips and
mouth.
• Never allow children to operate, play with or
crawl inside the appliance.
• Before you throw away your old refrigerator, take
o the door, leave the shelves in place, so that
children may not easily climb inside.
ELECTRICAL DATA
This refrigerator is tted with a sealed electrical
connection plug that is compatible with the refrigerator,
the mains supply for Australia and meets the
requirements of international standards. This refrigerator
must be connected to a supply voltage that is equal to
that stated on the rating label. If the mains connection
plug or power cord becomes damaged it must be
replaced with a complete assembly that is identical to
the original, and this must be replaced by an authorised
service centre. The supply cord should be regularly
examined for signs of damage and the appliance is not
to be used if the cord is damaged. Always follow the
Australian requirements for connection to the mains
supply. If in doubt always consult a qualied electrician.
Note: Before using your fridge, unpack and correctly
position. Once in position leave to stand for around 24
hours before plugging in and turning on for the rst time.
MAINTENANCE
• The refrigerator should be cleaned and maintained
once a month with a soft clean cloth.
• When performing maintenance, make absolutely
sure that the power plug is rst disconnected from the
power outlet.
• Wipe the inner and outer surface of the
refrigerator and its accessories with soft clean wet
cloth. If they are too dirty, scrub them with neutral
detergent, and then clean them with water and
dry them with a clean cloth.
• Never use hot water, petrol, alcohol, kerosene,
abrasive powder, alkaline detergent, acid, oven
cleaners, etc. These could damage the lacquer
nish and plastics.
• If the plastic parts in refrigerator become
contaminated by oil (animal or vegetable), they
could become brittle and possibly cracked.
• Servicing of this refrigerator can only be performed
by a qualied and licensed refrigeration technician
(hydrouorocarbon refrigerants) R600a.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
1. When the refrigerator does not work:
Check if there is a power failure.
Check if the power plug is plugged into the power outlet.
Check if the power point being used is turned on.
Check that the R.C.D. has not been tripped.
If ambient temperature is above 40°C the Thermal
Safety Cut may have operated depending on the
installation. Check if unit has restarted once ambient
temperature is below 35°C.
2. When the refrigerator is cooling excessively:
The temperature control dial may be set too high.
If you place drinks containing a lot of water directly
under the cool air outlets they may freeze. This does
not indicate a malfunction.
3. When the refrigerator is not cooling sufficiently:
The drinks may be packed too tightly together which
will block the ow of cool air.
You may have put something hot or a lot of drinks into
the refrigerator at the same time give the refrigerator
4 - 6 hours to cool warm drinks down.
The door may not have closed properly.
There may be insucient clearance between the
refrigerator and the other surfaces, both sides, back
and above.
The temperature control may not be set low enough.
Daily ambient temperature may be excessively high.
Check there is no direct sun on front of fridge.
4. When condensation forms on the outside of
the refrigerator:
Condensation may form on the outside when the
humidity is high. This is the same result as the
condensation formed when chilled water is poured
into a glass. It does not indicate a malfunction. Wipe
dry with a cloth.
5. When you hear a sound like water flowing:
A sound like water owing is the refrigerant owing.
It does not indicate a malfunction.
6. When the cabinets side panel heats up:
The side panel of the cabinet will heat up when the
door is opened and closed frequently, when starting
the unit and when the unit operates in summer with
high ambient outside temperature.
Do not touch the side panel, it is a result of heat from
inside the cabinet.
It does not indicate a malfunction.
STABILISING FEET
These are already tted to your bar fridge. Before turning
your bar fridge on please ensure your bar fridge is level
front to back and side to side.
1. If your bar fridge is not level use the tted stabilising
feet to level.
2. To level unscrew the low corner stabilising bolt out
until bar fridge is level.
WIRE SHELVES
Remove shelves from packaging and locate on the shelf
supports and ensure they are level before use.
Stabilising Foot
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DIGITAL CONTROL
The digital display will show the internal cabinet
temperature.
Note: This may uctuate as the refrigerator cycles on/o,
this is not a fault.
When the refrigerator is in cooling mode the light under
the cooling symbol will illuminate.
When the refrigerator cycles o the light will not be
illuminated.
Operating
1. To turn on press the ON/OFF button.
2. To turn o press and hold the ON/OFF button for 6
seconds the display will disappear.
Note: If the unit is unplugged, turned o or power is lost
you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting the unit. If
you attempt to restart without waiting the refrigerator will
not start and may damage the compressor.
Setting Temperature
Factory set temperature is 4° C.
1. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to select the desired
temperature, in 1°C increments.
2. The desired temperature will ash while being
changed and will become solid after 3 seconds of no
change.
Temperature Scale
To change the highlighted temperature scale press both
the UP/DOWN buttons at the same time for 2 seconds.
The selected scale will glow.
Internal Light
To turn light on press the LIGHT button.
To turn light o press the LIGHT button.
It is recommended that the light switch be turned on only
when required.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
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BAR FRIDGE PRODUCT RANGE - WARRANTY STATEMENT
SITRO GROUP AUSTRALIA (S.G.A.) WARRANTS
THE PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT AGAINST
DEFECTS IN WORKMANSHIP AND MATERIALS
FOR THE FOLLOWING PERIODS FROM THE
DATE OF PURCHASE:
For domestic use, this table applies:
Premium Bar Fridge
Body Stainless Steel
1 Year
(surface rust excluded)
Compressor 5 Years
All Other Items 2 Years
For commercial use : 3 Months
This warranty is not transferable to a subsequent
purchaser if the product is sold by the original purchaser
during the warranty period.
If a warranty fault appears within the warranty period,
S.G.A. reserves the right to replace or repair the product.
In the event that S.G.A. chooses to replace the product,
this original warranty will expire at the original date.
If the product includes various accessories or
components, only the defective accessory or component
will be replaced or repaired.
S.G.A. reserves the right to replace defective parts
of the product with parts and components of similar
quality, grade and composition where an identical part or
component is not available.
Products presented for repair may be replaced by
refurbished products of the same type rather than being
repaired. Refurbished parts may be used to repair the
products.
To make a warranty claim, rst contact S.G.A’s Customer
Service Line on the contact number below.
The purchase receipt for this product is to be retained
and must be presented if making claim under the terms of
this S.G.A. warranty.
Warranty repairs are free of charge, provided the product
is delivered to our Service Department at 33-35 Lionel
Road, Mt Waverley, Victoria, 3149 or to one of our
Authorised Service Agents.
If a warranty fault is found the freight cost will be credited
to the owner. If no fault is found the product will be
returned and any costs associated with the service will be
charged to the owner.
CONTACT DETAILS
Sitro Group Australia Pty Ltd
33-35 Lionel Road, Mt. Waverley
Victoria 3149, Australia.
Tel (+613) 9543 9533
Fax (+613) 9543 9839
Products sent freight forward will not be accepted. In
most cases the defective accessory or component only
will need to be returned. The product or part of the
product being returned must be adequately protected
in a box.
S.G.A. will not be responsible for any in-transit loss
or damage.
This warranty does not apply to any defect, deterioration,
loss, injury or damage occasioned by or as a result of
misuse or abuse, negligent handling or storage, normal
wear and tear or if the product has not been installed
and used in accordance with S.G.A.’s instructions,
recommendations and specications or if the product
has been subjected to abnormal conditions. The warranty
does not apply to blockages caused by insects or living
organisms.
The warranty is void if there is evidence of the product
being tampered with by unauthorised persons.
The warranty does not extend to installation or
disconnection costs.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be
excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are
entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and
for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable
loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods
repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable
quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
The benets of this warranty are in addition to any rights
and remedies imposed by Australian State and Federal
legislation that cannot be excluded.
Electric Products Approved For Outdoor Use Only
For warranty claims, service, spare parts or products
information in Australia, please call SITRO GROUP
AUSTRALIA Pty Ltd on the Customer Service Line
1300 174 876
Register your Warranty online at
www.gasmate.com.au
A receipt or proof of purchase is required and must be kept
for your records.
Note: If you do not have internet access call our customer
service team on 1300 174 876
Model BFR1088 BFR2088
Doors 1 2
Gross Capacity 97L 187L
Rated Voltage 220~240V AC 220~240V AC
Rated Frequency 50Hz 50Hz
Rated Current 1.8A 2.1A
Rated Input Power at 240V AC 280W 360W
Energy Consumption 2.4 kw.h/24h 4.1 kw.h/24h
IP Rating IP24 IP24
Light Type LED 12V DC~<10W LED 12V DC~<10W
Refrigerant R600a R600a
Refrigerant Charge Volume 50gm 75gm
Foam Blowing Agent Cyclopentane Cyclopentane
Nett Weight 38kg 65kg
Noise Level 45db(A) 45db(A)
Specications are subject to change without prior notice.
If the technical specications are dierent from the plate on the back of the refrigerator,
please refer to the plate.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
For any queries or assistance call
Customer Service
(Australia Only)
1300 174 876
Hours of operation:
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm EST
Do not return to place of purchase.
Keep your purchase receipt, this will be required to
make any claims under the 1 year warranty.
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