Gasmate GM008-032 User manual

4271-07/17
Important: Retain these instructions for future use.
Gasmate®is a registered trademark of: Sitro Group Australia Pty Ltd www.gasmate.com.au
Aber, Hamilton, N.Z. www.gasmate.co.nz
Portable 3-Way Fridge
Model No. GM008-032
• Select from 3 modes of operation:
12V DC vehicle’s accessory outlet
230-240V AC mains power
Universal LPG
• Door has handy latch to secure
• Convenient slide-out shelf and door balcony for
more storage
Features:
• Silent operation with absorption cooling system
• Thermostat controlled when operating on
230-240V power
• Complete with AC cord and plug, DC cord and
accessory adaptor, gas hose and regulator
• Complies with NZ Standards
This product is not a household
appliance and its design &
manufacture was intended for
use with a frequency
corresponding to that of a
leisure activity, and is not a
substitute for a domestic
product with similar function.
WARNING
WHEN OPERATING ON GAS
USE OUTDOORS ONLY
A dangerous atmosphere may
result if gas is used in any
enclosed environment including
vehicles, caravans, boats, tents
or unventilated rooms.

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To reduce the risks of personal injury or
damage to property, follow basic safety
precautions when using this fridge, including
the following:
•DO NOT operate any product which has been/
or appears damaged in any manner or after
the product malfunctions, or is dropped.
Return the complete product immediately to
your retailer for inspection, and if necessary,
adjustment or repair.
•DO NOT attempt to stand on top of the fridge.
Doing so may result in bodily injury or damage
to the fridge.
• DO NOT operate the appliance on more than
one source of energy at the same time.
• DO NOT touch cold surfaces of the chiller panel
when hands are damp or wet. Skin may stick
to these extremely cold surfaces.
• A slight burning smell might be noticed on first
operation, this should not last more than
1 hour.
• The appliance is not intended for use by
young children.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
• DO NOT use mechanical devices or other
means to accelerate the defrosting process.
• DO NOT damage the refrigerant circuit.
• DO NOT use electrical appliances inside the
storage compartment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
GAS WARNINGS
• Use only approved gas hoses and
regulators.
• DO NOT use the appliance in a closed room
or in a vehicle when running on gas.
• DO NOT store chemicals, flammable,
explosive or aerosol products inside or
near an operating appliance.
• Always operate the product on a dry, level
surface in a well ventilated area. Always
use this product well away from walls
and curtains. A fire may occur when this
product is in operation, if it is covered or
is close to flammable materials, such as
curtains, drapes, wall coverings, or other
combustible materials.
•Keep ventilation openings of the appliance
clear of obstructions. DO NOT cover top
ventilation openings. Clearance between
rear of the appliance must be a minimum
of 60cm, and sides of the appliance must
be at least 60cm.
• Position the gas cylinder so that the hose
is not kinked or stretched.
ELECTRICAL
WARNINGS
•To reduce the risk of electric shock,
DO NOT immerse or expose the product,
flexible cord or plug to rain, moisture
or any liquid or use the product near
baths, basins or other vessels containing
water or other liquids, or when standing
in or on damp or wet surfaces. If any
electrical product falls into water, UNPLUG
it immediately; DO NOT REACH INTO THE
WATER. Important: Prior to reconnecting
to the power supply, the product should
be inspected by a qualified technician.
•DO NOT allow the cord to hang over the
edge of a bench top where it may be
grabbed by children or become entangled
with a passer-by, resulting in possible
personal injury and/or property damage.
•Always operate the fridge from a power
source of the same voltage, electrical
rating (and frequency, when operating
on A.C. power) as indicated on the fridge
identification label. This fridge must be
operated from an Earthed (Grounded)
3 pin A.C. power outlet when operating on
A.C. power.
• When moving the fridge, be careful not
to allow the product to rest on the power
cord.
• DO NOT operate the fridge with a damaged
supply cord or plug.
•Avoid the use of extension cords. If it
is necessary to use an extension cord,
prior to its use, make sure the extension
cord is safe to use, capable of handling
the electrical load of the product (refer
to product identification label) and has
been checked and tested by your electrical
supplier or a qualified technician.
•To avoid becoming entangled in the cord,
NEVER lay it through or along a walkway
or thoroughfare.
• Avoid the use of multi-outlet power boards
for powering this appliance. To avoid
overloading a power board and causing
a possible hazard, plug the cord of the
appliance directly into a permanently wired
fixed Earthed (Grounded) Power outlet.
•NEVER unplug an appliance by pulling
on the power cord. Always grip the plug
firmly and pull straight out from the
power outlet.
•DO NOT operate or place any part of this
product on or near any hot surfaces such as a
gas flame, or electric element.
•DO NOT use the product for other than its
intended use as described in these instructions.
The use of accessory attachments other than
those recommended by the manufacturer may
cause safety hazards.
• All refrigeration products contain refrigerants,
which by law must be removed from the
product and recovered for proper disposal by
qualified technicians prior to product disposal.
If you are disposing of an old refrigeration
product, check with the company handling the
disposal about what to do.
•No customer serviceable parts inside. Return to
supplier for repairs.

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MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
• The portable fridge must be defrosted
regularly for efficient operation.
•If the appliance is to remain unused for a
long period, disconnect, clean and leave the
lid slightly open during storage to prevent
unpleasant odours.
•DO NOT use scouring pads, powdered cleaners,
bleach or cleaners containing bleach because
these products can scratch or damage the
surface finishes.
•When storing the fridge, remove both cords,
loosely coil and store inside.
•If left unused for long periods of time befor
use, turn upside down for 2-3 hours. this will
remix the absorption system for optimal use.
FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
Q. The fridge will not operate on 12V?
A. Does the battery have sufficient charge, also
check the vehicles fuse for the cigarette lighter.
Q. The fridge will not operate on Gas?
A. Check that the gas bottle is not empty.
Check for leaks at all connections and re-light
the burner.
Q. The fridge is difficult to light when the
gas bottle is connected or changed?
A. When the gas bottle is disconnected the
gas lines fill with air, once the gas bottle is
reconnected it may take some time to purge
the air from the system. Try holding the gas
control valve down for 20-60 seconds before
turning and lighting.
Q. The fridge is not very cold?
A. Check that the fridge is on a level surface, has
good ventilation and is not overloaded. Make
sure the fridge is not in direct sunlight.
Q. The difference between a domestic fridge
and this absorption fridge?
A. Absorption has no compressor, so is silent.
Absorption takes longer to cool.
Best is to use pre-cooled food and to pre-cool
absorption fridge for 24 hours before use.
Absorption fridges only cool to between 200-
250 below the ambient temperature. It will take
12-24 hours to achieve this.
Note: If the fridge has not been used for
a long time, switch it off and remove all
contents. Turn upside down for 2-3 hours,
then place the right way up and resume
normal operation.
Mains
230-240V AC/50HZ 90 Watts per hour
Battery Power
12V DC 75 Watts per hour
Universal LPG
0.65 MJ/h
OR
3.5 Days / 1 Kg Gas
Top Clearance DO NOT COVER
Side Clearance 60cm for each side
Rear Clearance 60cm for rear
Nominal Hourly Consumption
SPECIFICATIONS
Refrigeration
Type Absorption System
Capacity 43 Litre
Refrigerant Ammonia NH3 (80g)
Mains Power 230-240VAC - 50H
Z - 90W -
0.4 A
Consumption Approx. 2.1kW/24h
Battery 12V DC - 75W - 6.25 A
Gas Type Universal LPG (2.75 kPa)
Gas
Consumption 0.65 MJ/h
Weight 19.5kg
External
Dimensions
(mm)
396W x 455D x 628H
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
For Optimum Performance
Prior to travel:
•Pre-cool the portable fridge at home on
230-240V mains power for 24 hours before
use in a vehicle.
• Products to be stored in the portable fridge
should also be pre-cooled, or frozen if
possible.
Travelling:
• When in a vehicle operate the fridge from
12V DC only. The fridge MUST NOT be
operated on bottled gas when in a vehicle.
At Destination:
• Set up appliance on level ground(bubble
must be within inner red circle), connect to
gas supply andoperate according to the
following instructions.
• For best results in warm weather keep unit
shaded from direct sun.
• Minimise lifting the lid in very hot conditions.
• Ensure there issufficient space around the
contents in the fridge for circulation of cold air.
Battery Power - 12V DC
1. Insert the two pin plug on the 12V lead into
the 12V socket at the rear of the fridge and
insert the cigarette plug into the vehicles 12V
cigarette lighter socket.
2. The fridge will operate at its maximum
cooling; therefore there is no temperature
regulation when operating on 12V.
3. To turn off, remove cigarette plug from socket
Mains - 230-240V AC/50HZ
1. Plug in the 230-240V mains power lead to a
power outlet and switch on.
2. Turn the 230-240V control knob fully
clockwise.
3. After four hours, check the temperature of
the fridges content, if too cold turn the control
knob slightly anti-clockwise to set to the
desired temperature.
4. This setting may need to be adjusted if the
ambient temperature changes orif the fridge
lid is opened frequently.
5. To turn off, turn the 230-240V control knob
fully anti-clockwise, turn off switch at power
outlet and remove plug.
IMPORTANT
We recommend the fridge only be operated
when the vehicles motor is running.
Operating the fridge with the vehicles motor
not running will rapidly decrease the battery
charge level, which may result in the inability
to start the vehicle.

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Universal LPG
Connection:
1. Connect the gas hose to the rearof the fridge
and the regulator to the gas cylinder.
2. Position the gas cylinder so that the hose is
not kinked or stretched and turn on the valve.
3. Check all gas connections for leaks using
a soap solution. NEVER use a flame for this
purpose.
Lighting:
4. Press and holddown the gas control knob for
20 seconds to allow the gas to charge the
system.
5. While keeping the knob pressed,slowly turn
the knob fully anti-clockwise until the ignition
click is heard.
6. Continue to hold down the control knob for
20 seconds after ignition occurs.
7. Check burner is alight by looking through the
small hole at the rear of the fridge.
8. If burner did not light check connections and
gas cylinder valve, wait 30 seconds and then
repeat the above steps.
Operation:
9. Once the gas is alight the fridge will operate
at its maximumcooling; therefore there is no
temperature regulation. A red needle visible
in the gas indicator confirms operation.
10. To turn off, turn gas control knobfully
clockwise and turn off valve at gas cylinder.
11. Disconnect gashose before moving fridge.
WARNING
WHEN OPERATING ON GAS
USE OUTDOORS ONLY
A dangerous atmosphere may result if gas is used
in any enclosed environment including vehicles,
caravans, boats, tents or unventilated rooms.
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Do not return to place of purchase.
Keep your purchase receipt, this will be required to
make any claims under the 12 month warranty.