Halfords 456686 User manual

Item code 456686
Thank you for purchasing this coolbox. Please read the warnings and instructions below
carefully and familiarise yourself with the product before use. As with all electrical items, please
exercise extreme caution during use and take care not to misuse or damage the product which
could result in injury.
40L Electric Coolbox
Instructions

WARNINGS
• Before use, check that the cables, plugs and casings are
undamaged. DO NOT use if any parts are damaged or worn.
• DO NOT use in the rain, or other wet or damp
conditions. DO NOT handle if your hands are wet.
• DONOTobstructtheairowtotheunit.The
ventilation slots must be kept clear for the unit to work
properly and prevent dangerous overheating.
• DO NOT place the unit in direct sunlight or an enclosed space where
ventilation is restricted, or where there are other heat sources.
• Avoid using in areas where the supply cables may
become a trip hazard and DO NOT sit or stand on it.
• As with all electrical equipment, keep away
from children and animals.
• Only use with a 12/24V DC (negative earth) or a 230-240V
AC electric supply. When using a 230-240V AC mains electric
supply it is advisable to use a residual current device (RCD).
• When using the coolbox with the 12/24V DC supply, the
plug will become warm during use. Ensure that the vehicle
socket is clean and clear of debris, and the electrical
contact is good to avoid the plug/socket overheating.
• Take care when removing the plug from the 12/24V DC socket
and DO NOT touch the metal contacts which may be hot.
• Unwind the supply cable fully before use. DO NOT use whilst this
cable is coiled or folded as this can cause overheating of the cable.
• Thiscoolboxisintendedforkeepingfoodstuscool.Itisnot
recommended or intended for medicines or chemical storage.
• This coolbox is intended for temporary in-vehicle, camping,
caravanning and leisure use. It is not a fridge or cooker designed
for permanent installation and should not be used as such.
• NEVERlltheunitwithwaterorice.DO
NOT immerse the unit in water.
• Ensure the vehicle’s engine is running before the 12V
DC plug is connected. This will avoid power surges
which could potentially damage the coolbox.
• Disconnect the unit whilst the vehicle’s engine is
not running to prevent the vehicle battery becoming
excessivelydrainedorat.Whenthevehicleisrunning,
the alternator should provide enough power.
• Tomaximisethecoolingorwarmingeectafterthe
unit is disconnected, keep the lid closed.
• Take care when manoeuvring or lifting the coolbox
as it may be heavy when fully loaded. Only lift if it
is within your own physical capabilities.
• NEVER pull the plug out of the 12V socket using the
cable, or pull on the cable to manoeuvre the coolbox.
USE & OPERATION
GENERAL SET UP
1. Load the coolbox with your food and drink in suitable containers.
To obtain the best performance from your coolbox, it is
recommended that these items are already cold. The addition of
any substantial amount of food at room temperature will slow the
cooling performance.
2. Select the power supply according to your requirements.
There are two power options:
1. 12/24V DC (negative earth) plug and power cord for use
in a vehicle.
Note: The vehicle ignition may have to be turned on to
supply the coolbox with power.
2. 230-240V AC three pin mains plug for use in the home
or camp site.
When the coolbox is connected to a mains supply, it can be
operated in two modes:
ECO mode where the cool box consumes less energy,
select the dial range between MIN to ECO.
MAX mode where the coolbox is set to maximum cooling.
The cooling control knob is located inside the cable storage
compartment.
To increase the cooling, turn the cooling control knob clockwise
towards MAX.
To decrease the cooling, turn the cooling control knob counter
clockwise towards MIN.
Note: When the coolbox is connected to a 12V/24V DC socket,
it cools at the maximum setting and the cooling cannot be adjusted.
3. Ensure the unit is in a position in the vehicle where it cannot fall over
easily.Ifusingthecoolboxoutsideofthevehicle,placeitonarm,
atsurfaceinthedesiredlocation.Usethefoldouthandlesand
wheels to pull along, manoeuvre and lift.
4. Fully extend the power cable required and plug in.
5. The cooling performance is similar to that of a household fridge
(NOT a freezer).
The temperature inside the coolbox will be lowered to about 16°C
below that of the surrounding (ambient) air.
6. After use, disconnect the electrical supply. This appliance 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 appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
CLEANING & STORAGE
1. Switch the unit to OFF and disconnect the electrical supply cable.
2. Carefully fold up the cable and store in the convenient cable storage
compartment provided.
3. The coolbox surfaces can be wiped clean using a cloth with mild
detergent solution.
4. The coolbox should not be cleaned using running water or by
immersing in water. Abrasive cleaning materials should also be
avoided.
5. When not in use the coolbox lid should be left ajar to prevent
mould growth.

TROUBLESHOOTING
If the unit does not appear to function correctly, unplug the unit and check:
Fault Possible cause Suggested remedy
The coolbox doesn’t turn on (DC
plug is inserted; LED on the plug
does not glow)
There is no electrical power from the
12V socket in your vehicle
The vehicle ignition might need to be
switched on
The coolbox doesn’t cool (plug is
inserted, LED on the DC plug glows)
The fan or the cooling element may
be defective
This can only be repaired by a
qualiedelectrician
The vehicle ignition is on and the
coolbox is not working or keeps
switchingo(DCplugisinserted,
LED on the plug is not glowing or not
glowing continuously)
The 12V socket is dirty or debris
is present. This results in a poor
electrical contact
If the plug of the coolbox becomes
very warm or hot in the 12V socket,
either the socket is not clean or the
plug has not been inserted correctly
into the socket. Remove dirt and
debris from the plug and/ or socket
using a non -metallic tool
The plug has not been inserted
properly into the socket, poor
electrical contact
Pull plug out gently from the socket
andre-insertrmly.Repeatthe
operation until the proper position is
found & the plug is aligned securely
in the socket
The fuse of the 12V plug has blown Replace the fuse (8A) in the 12V plug
by unscrewing the end of the plug
The vehicle fuse has blown Replace the vehicle’s fuse that
protects the 12V socket (usually
15A). Please refer to the owner’s
manual for the vehicle to check
There is water inside the coolbox Moisture in the air, trapped inside
the cooler, condenses due to the low
temperature
This is not a product fault; the inner
of the cooler is not ventilated. Dry
the condensed water periodically
There is ice formation near the inner
ventilation slots
Moisture in the air, trapped inside the
cooler, is condensed to water and
freezes in contact with the cooling
plate. Ice formation can block the
ventilator and damage the unit
This is not a product fault. Switch the
unitoandlettheicemelt.Remove
water and check the unit periodically
for ice formation

Product Fiche
• Halfords Ltd
• 40 L Mains and 12V & 24V Electrical
Coolbox (456686).
• Household refrigerating appliance
category – pantry.
• Energyeciencyclass:F.
• Energy consumption 96 kWh per year, based on
standard test results for 24 hours. Actual energy
consumption will depend on how the appliance is
used and where it is located.
• Compartment storage volume 40L, no star rating.
• Design temperature 16°C below ambient
temperature.
• Not ‘power cut safe’.
• Not suitable for frozen food.
• Climate class: N. This appliance is intended to be
used at an ambient temperature between +16°C
and + 32°C.
• Airborne acoustical noise emissions 40 dB
(A) re l pW.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Capacity (Ltrs) 40L
Product weight (Kgs) 8.35Kg
Exterior dimensions (Cms) Length: 57.1cm
Height: 43.2cm
Width: 37.8cm
Input Voltage Requirement (V) 12/24 Volts DC (negative earth)
or 230-240 Volts AC / 50Hz
Current draw (A) 3.5A at 12/24 V DC
0.4A at 230-240 V AC
Power consumption 42 Watts at 12 V DC
52 Watts at 24 V DC
4 Watts at 230 V AC (MIN mode)
Energy consumption of E16°: 0.038 kWh/24h
Energy consumption of E32°: 0.485 kWh/24h
55 Watts at 230 V AC (MAX mode)
Cooling performance Max. 16°C below ambient temperature
Refrigeration system type Peltier device, thermoelectric solid
state heat pump with fan
Climate Class N
Insulation material High quality polyurethane foam insulation,
CFC-free
Case material Polypropylene
Power cord length 12/24V 2.7 metres (approx.)
Power cord length 230-240V 1.5 metres (approx. )
This unit is only suitable for car and leisure use and should not
be used in industrial conditions where dirt may be drawn into
the unit. It must not be used in damp or wet conditions and
under no circumstances must it be exposed to rain. The cool
boxcanonlyberepairedbyaqualiedelectrician.
Information on
Waste Disposal for
Consumers of Electrical &
Electronic Equipment
This mark on a product and/or accompanying documents
indicates that when it is to be disposed of, it must be treated as
Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
Any WEEE marked waste products must not be mixed with
general household waste, but kept separate for the treatment,
recovery and recycling of the materials used.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling; please take all
WEEE marked waste to your Local Authority Civic waste site,
where it will be accepted free of charge.
If all consumers dispose of Waste Electrical & Electronic
Equipment correctly, they will be helping to save valuable
resourcesandpreventinganypotentialnegativeeectsupon
human health and the environment, of any hazardous materials
that the waste
Subject to the Terms & Conditions below:
• Thatdefectsareattributabletoawsordefectsinmaterialsor
workmanship. (Components that are subject to wear caused by normal
use or other natural wear and tear, cuts or scratches, or impact or
accidental damage, are not covered by the guarantee).
• Products have been used, installed and maintained in accordance with
the directions in these instructions.
• The product has been used for domestic, private use only (not used for
rental or commercially in anyway).
• Thatmodicationsorrepairshavenotbeencarriedoutorattempted
by you or a third party.
• That only original accessories have been used.
• That the product has not been exposed to misuse such as knocks or
bumps, neglect, accident, improper storage, installation, handling.
• That a copy of the purchase receipt is available and the claim is made
within the guarantee period.
• The guarantee period will not be extended if we replace the product
and will continue to run from the original date of purchase.
• If we replace a product, we will replace the product with the same
product,oroneofequivalentspecicationoritssellingpricevalue.
(We always do our best to match what you had previously).
• Halfords is not liable for any loss as a result of using this product.
• ThisQualityGuaranteedoesnotaectyourstatutoryrights.
Please keep these instructions for future reference.
Contact us:
0345 504 5353
Halfords Ltd. B98 0DE
Produced for Halfords
www.halfords.com
This product is covered by our two-year
Quality Guarantee. This means you have the
condenceofknowingthat,ifitfailswithin
two years of purchase, we will replace it.