PARADISE GRILLS PGI-128F User manual

Refrigerator PGI-128F
Operating Guide

PGI-128F Refrigerator Operating Guide
March 2024
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Ocoee, FL 34761
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PGI-68 Operating Guide Contents •i
Contents
Safety Considerations 2
Safety Symbols...........................................................................................................2
Operational Warnings................................................................................................2
Operation 4
Before Using the Refrigerator ..................................................................................4
Components................................................................................................................4
Installation ...................................................................................................................5
Location ..........................................................................................................5
Getting Started ..............................................................................................5
Level the Unit.................................................................................................6
Operating the Refrigerator ........................................................................................6
Turn it On........................................................................................................6
Turn the Refrigerator Off..............................................................................6
Energy Saving Tips.......................................................................................6
Cleaning and Maintenance 7
Cleaning the Refrigerator..........................................................................................7
Defrost the Refrigerator.............................................................................................7
Reverse the Refrigerator Door.................................................................................7
Troubleshooting 9
Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty 11
Limited Warranty ......................................................................................................11
Warranty Claim Submission ...................................................................................12

2•Safety Considerations PGI-128F Operating Guide
Safety Considerations
Safety Symbols
Throughout this manual, important safety information will be highlighted and marked as CAUTION,
DANGER, or WARNING.
A potentially hazardous situation or
unsafe practice which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury,
or property damage.
A potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury, or property damage.
An imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury, or property damage.
Operational Warnings
All users must read this entire manual before attempting to operate the accessory. Do not use appliance for
other than intended use. Follow these safety precautions every time the accessory is used:
Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in
structure, clear of obstruction.
This appliance contains flammable refrigerant R600a and foaming
agent cyclopentane. Avoid contact with fire when transporting and
using it.
Ensure the power supply cord is not damaged or routed under the
cooler.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a
flammable propellant in this appliance.
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

PGI-68 Operating Guide Safety Considerations •3
Position the refrigerator away from any combustible materials such as
gas, alcohol, lacquer, etc. Do not store such objects in the refrigerator
under any circumstances.
Risk of Fire or Explosion. Flammable refrigerant used – dispose of
properly in accordance with the applicable federal or local regulations.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
•Combustible by-products produced when using this appliance
contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
•This product contains chemicals, including lead and lead
compounds, known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
•For more information see www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Read this manual thoroughly before using this equipment to reduce risk
of injury.
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 should not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children without
supervision.
To avoid a hazard, a damaged power supply cord must be replaced by
the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons.
Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power
supplies at the rear of the appliance.
This appliance is designed for storing and cooling beverage or wines.
Do not store perishable food, medicine or other medical products.
Do not remove the ground prong from the appliance plug.
Avoid use of an extension cord with this appliance.
All repairs should be made by a qualified service technician. Repairs
made by non-qualified personnel will void the warranty.

4•Operation PGI-128F Operating Guide
Operation
Before Using the Refrigerator
•Carefully handle the appliance to avoid any damage.
•Remove the exterior and interior packing.
•Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth
Components
Figure 1 Refrigerator Components

PGI-68 Operating Guide Operation •5
Installation
Location
•Place appliance on a level surface that is strong enough to support the unit when it is fully
loaded
•Ensure at least 4“ (10 cm) of space between the top, back, and sides of the unit to allow proper
air circulation to cool the compressor and condenser
•If the appliance is installed into an island, ensure proper clearance and ventilation, and do not
cover the unit with a door; sample island installation shown in Figure 3
Figure 2 Sample Island Setup
•Do not place the unit in direct sunlight or other sources of heat (stove, heater, radiator, etc.)
•Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating, and heat sources may reduce performance and
increase electrical consumption
•Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also reduce performance
•Avoid locating the unit in areas of excessive moisture
Getting Started
•Keep the refrigerator upright when moving it; never tilt the appliance beyond 45° or place the
unit in an upside-down position
•Allow the unit to stand upright for 4 hours before plugging it in to allow the cooling system to
stabilize, which will reduce the possibility of a malfunction due to handling
•If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position for any period of time, wait
24 hours before plugging it in
•Clean the unit thoroughly before putting it into use; wipe the outside with a soft dry cloth, and
the interior with a clean moist cloth
•Ensure the door can open completely - approximately 160° of travel

6•Operation PGI-128F Operating Guide
Level the Unit
Set the adjustable legs at the front comers of the refrigerator so the
refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor with the front raised just
enough that the door closes easily when opened about halfway.
To adjust the leveling legs, turn the legs counterclockwise to raise the
refrigerator, and clockwise to lower it.
Operating the Refrigerator
Turn it On
1. Plug the refrigerator into a grounded outlet.
2. The refrigerator has one control for regulating the temperature,
located at the top right-hand corner inside the refrigerator
compartment. The temperature control ranges from position 1
(warmest) to 7 (coldest).
3. After plugging the unit in, adjust the temperature control knob
to 7 and run for at least 2 hours to ensure the cabinet is
thoroughly chilled before food is put in.
4. Reduce the thermostat control to position 4, which should be
appropriate for home or office use.
5. Over time, adjust the temperature control as needed.
Turn the Refrigerator Off
If the refrigerator will not be used for a prolonged period:
1. Remove all contents and turn the temperature control knob to 0.
NOTE: turning the control knob to "0" stops the cooling cycle, but does not disconnect the
refrigerator power supply.
2. Unplug the unit, clean and dry the interior, and leave the door open for a few days.
Energy Saving Tips
•Locate the unit in the coolest area, away from direct sunlight or heat producing appliances
•Keep the refrigerator closed as much as possible, particularly in warm/humid conditions
•Ensure there is adequate ventilation around the back and sides of the unit
•Maintain a thermostat setting of 3-6 under normal use to ensure cold items
•Allow warm food to cool to room temperature before placing in the refrigerator

PGI-68 Operating Guide Cleaning and Maintenance •7
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning the Refrigerator
•Unplug the appliance, remove all contents, and store them in a suitable place
•Cleaners: Never use harsh, abrasive cleaners, heavy-duty cleaners, or solvents on any surface
•Exterior: Wipe with damp, sudsy cloth, rinse and dry. For stubborn stains and for periodic
waxing, use silicon wax.
•Refrigeration Section: Wash shelves and other removable parts in warm sudsy water, rinse and
dry. Wash interior with baking soda solution (3 tablespoons to I liter of water) or warm sudsy
water, rinse and dry.
•Magnetic Door Seals: Wash with warm sudsy water.
•Replace all parts and return thermostat dial to desired setting
Defrost the Refrigerator
Ice can form in refrigerators when moist air enters the appliance in the cooling cycle, condenses, and forms
ice on the back wall. If the ice is left for a long time it can cause your wine to freeze, and the unit could
eventually stop working.
To defrost, remove all items, unplug the refrigerator, leave the door open, and wait for the ice to melt and
drain. Do not use mechanical means such as a hair dryer, or a metal tool to scrape the frost. When the ice is
clear, clean and dry the inside of the unit, plug it in, and restart operation.
Reverse the Refrigerator Door
The door may be reversed if desired. Follow these steps and refer to Figure 3:
1. Unplug the refrigerator and remove any contents.
2. Remove the top hinge cover
3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen and remove the screws holding the top hinge in place.
4. Remove top hinge and carefully lift off the door.
5. Remove the screw hole plugs from the opposite side and insert the plugs in the screw hole openings
of the just removed screws.

8•Cleaning and Maintenance PGI-128F Operating Guide
Figure 3 Door reversal
6. Carefully turn refrigerator on its back and place in a secure area.
7. Loosen the screws holding the lower hinge bracket to the refrigerator and remove screws and
bracket.
8. Remove the screws from the other side and insert in the previously removed screw holes.
9. Remove door pin by turning counter clockwise and reinsert to the underside of the bracket and
tighten.
10. Align bracket and insert the two remaining screws into the holes provided, then stand the unit
upright
11. Align hole in the door with the door pin and washer and gently push down until firm.
12. Align upper hinge bracket with screw holes insert screws and partially secure, check that door and
cabinet are properly aligned and then secure tightly.
13. Replace hinge cap.
14. When the door is reversed, the screws of the two holes on the right are returned. After the handle is
moved from the left to the right, plug the left side hole with the hole plug packed with this manual.
15. Wait 24 hours and repeat the Operating the Refrigerator process to resume operation.

PGI-68 Operating Guide Troubleshooting •9
Troubleshooting
This refrigerator has no user replaceable components. However, many common problems can be easily
solved. Try the suggestions below to resolve the problem before calling a service provider.
Problem
Possible Cause
Possible Actions
Unit does not
operate
•Not plugged in
•Circuit breaker is tripped or fuse is blown
•Ensure unit is correctly plugged in
•Check circuit breaker or fuse, and reset
or replace if needed
Unit is too warm
inside
•Door is ajar or door seal is damaged
•Unit is overfilled
•Clearance around unit is blocked
•Ensure door closes properly and seal is
not damaged
•Remove enough items to allow proper
cooling circulation
•Remove any obstacles blocking air
movement around all sides of the unit
Drip tray
overflows
•Drain pipe and hose are clogged
•Drain pan is improperly installed
•Ensure drain pipe and hose are clear
•Ensure drain pan is properly installed
Cabinet front
warms up
•Front of unit cabinet feels warm
•Not a malfunction; indicates proper
action of anti-condensation system
Unit turns off and
on frequently
•The room temperature is hotter than normal
•A large number of warm bottles have been
added to the unit
•The door is opened too often
•The door is not closed completely
•The temperature control is not set correctly
•The door gasket does not seal properly
•The unit does not have the correct
clearances
•Cool the room if possible
•Avoid overloading the cooler
•Ensure door is kept closed and sealed
•Keep the door gasket clean
•Ensure nothing blocks the door from
closing completely
•Ensure temperature control is set to
the desired range
•Ensure minimum clearance space
around and below the unit is
maintained
Vibrations
•Unit is tilted slightly.
•Ensure the unit is level.
Condensation
forms on cabinet
•High humidity
•Not a failure; wipe dry with a clean
cloth

10 •Troubleshooting PGI-128F Operating Guide
Responsibly dispose or recycle this unit through public collection points to avoid environmental harm.
Remove the doors before disposal to avoid child entrapment.
Unit makes too
much noise
•The rattling noise may come from the flow
of the refrigerant, which is normal
•As each cycle ends, you may hear gurgling
sounds caused by the flow of refrigerant in
your unit.
•Contraction and expansion of the inside
walls may cause popping and cracking noise
•The unit is not level
•Some noises are the natural result of
the cooling system
•Ensure unit is level
Door doesn’t
close properly
•The unit is tilted
•The door was reversed and not properly
installed
•The gasket is dirty or bent
•The shelves, bins, or baskets are out of
position
•Ensure unit is level
•Check door for proper installation
•Clean the gasket and replace if a bend
stops door from closing
•Reposition interior shelves, bins, and
baskets as needed
Ice/frost forms
inside the unit
•High humidity
•Door is not kept closed
•Door seal is faulty
•Unit is overloaded
•Frequent opening of door
•Defrost as needed
•Ensure door is fully closed
•Replace faulty door seal
•Remove excess bottles
•Keep door closed in high humidity

PGI-68 Operating Guide Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty •11
Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty
Limited Warranty
PGI warrants to the original purchaser that the product will be free from defects in material, parts, and
workmanship for the period designated for this product. The warranty commences the day the product is
purchased and covers up to a period of:
•1 year (12 months) for labor
•1 year (12 months) for parts (manufacturing defects only)/carry in service
•A total of 2 years (24 months) for compressor parts only
PGI agrees that it will, at its option, replace the defective product with either a new or remanufactured unit
equivalent to your original purchase during the warranty period.
Exclusions: This warranty does not apply:
1. If the appearance or exterior of the product has been damaged or defaced, altered, or modified in
design or construction
2. If the product original serial number has been altered or removed or cannot be readily determined
3. If there is damage due to power line surge, user damage to the AC power cord, or connection to
improper voltage source
4. If damage is due to general misuse, accidents, or acts of God
5. If repair attempts are done by unauthorized service agents, use of parts other than genuine parts, or
parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies
6. On units that have been transferred from the original owner
7. On products that have been purchased as refurbished, like new, secondhand, in an “As-Is” or “Final
Sale” terms
8. To products using a commercial or rental setting
9. To products used in settings other than ordinary household use, or use other than in accordance
with the provided instructions
10. To damages for service calls for improper installations
11. To glass parts and other accessory items that are included with the unit
12. To transportation and shipping costs associated with the replacement of the unit
13. To food loss for loss due to product failure or delay in service repair or replacement
14. To service calls to instruct you how to use your product

12 •Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty PGI-128F Operating Guide
15. To service calls to repair or replace a fuse, reset a circuit breaker, or correct wiring in the house
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CUSTOMER;
PARADISE GRILLS INTERNATIONAL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED
BY APPLICABLE LAW. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on
how long the warranty lasts. In these cases the above exclusions for limitations may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Obtaining service: To obtain service, product literature, supplies, or accessories please call 1 [phone] to
create a ticket for the exchange/repair. Please make sure to provide the date of purchase, model number, and a
brief description of the problem. A customer service representative will contact you or send detailed return
instructions.
Paradise Grills International does not warrant that the appliance will work properly in all environmental
conditions, and makes no warranty and representation, either implied or expressed, with respect to the quality,
performance, merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose other than the purpose identified within this
operating guide. PGI has made every effort to ensure that this operating guide is accurate and disclaims liability
for any inaccuracies or omissions that may have occurred. Information in this operating guide is subject to
change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of PGI. Paradise Grills International
reserves the right to make improvements to this operating guide and/or to the products described in this
operating guide at any time without notice. If you find information in this manual that is incorrect, misleading, or
incomplete please contact us at 1 [phone].
Warranty Claim Submission
The ORIGINAL PURCHASER must submit to Paradise Grills International, Inc. a warranty claim within five (5)
business days of date such claim is or should have been discovered, or else such claim is forever waived and
barred.
To submit a warranty claim, the ORIGINAL PURCHASER must submit a written description and photographs
detailing the appliance’s damage or defect(s), along with a complete copy of the Final Sales Agreement either:
(i) via email to [email protected]; or
(ii) via U.S. mail to Paradise Grills International, Inc., Attn: Warranty Claim, 640 Ocoee Business Parkway,
Suite 80, Ocoee, Florida 34761.
For more information, please call Paradise Grills International, Inc. at 800-604-2023.