Polar Electro GD875-A User manual

Model:
GD875-A / GD876-A / GD877-A
Stainless Steel
Counter Top Servery/
Prep Refrigerators
Instruction manual
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Safety Tips
• Position on a flat, stable surface.
• A service agent/qualified technician should carry out
installation and any repairs if required. Do not remove any
components or service panels on this product.
• Consult Local and National Standards to comply with the
following:
- Health and Safety at Work Legislation
- Fire Precautions
- Wiring Regulations
- Building Regulations
• DO NOT use jet/pressure washers to clean the appliance.
• DO NOT use the appliance outside.
• DO NOT use this appliance to store medical supplies.
• Always carry, store and handle the appliance in a vertical
position and move by holding the base of the appliance.
• Always switch off and disconnect the power supply to the unit
before cleaning.
• Keep all packaging away from children. Dispose of the
packaging in accordance with the regulations of local
authorities.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a POLAR
agent or a recommended qualified technician in order to avoid
a hazard.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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• Polar recommend that this appliance should be periodically
tested (at least annually) by a Competent Person. Testing
should include, but not be limited to: Visual Inspection,
Polarity Test, Earth Continuity, Insulation Continuity and
Functional Testing.
Caution Risk of Fire
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans
with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
Warning: Keep all ventilation openings clear of
obstruction. Unit should not be boxed in without
adequate ventilation.
• Warning: Do not use mechanical devices or other means
to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those
recommended by the manufacturer.
• Warning: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• Warning: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food
storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are the
type recommended by the manufacturer.
Product Description
GD875-A -POLAR 3 x 1/3 + 1 x 1/2 GN Container Refrigerated Counter Top/Servery Prep
GD876-A -POLAR 5 x 1/3 + 1 x 1/2 GN Container Refrigerated Counter Top/Servery Prep
GD877-A -POLAR 8 x 1/3 GN Container Refrigerated Counter Top/Servery Prep
Introduction
Please take a few moments to carefully read through this manual. Correct maintenance and operation of
this machine will provide the best possible performance from your POLAR product.
Pack Contents
The following is included:
• POLAR Refrigerator
• Top glass panel
• Rear glass panel
• Side glass panels x 2
• Instruction manual
• Collars x 6
• Brackets x 7
• Grub screws x 7
• Screws x 12
• Plugs x 14
• Gastronorm spacer bar
• Adjustable feet x 4
POLAR prides itself on quality and service, ensuring that at the time of packaging the contents are
supplied fully functional and free of damage.
Should you find any damage as a result of transit, please contact your POLAR dealer immediately.
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Installation
Note: If the unit has not been
stored or moved in an upright
position, let it stand upright for
approximately 12 hours before
operation. If in doubt allow to
stand.
1. Remove the appliance from the packaging.
Make sure that all protective plastic film and
coatings are thoroughly removed from all
surfaces.
2. Maintain a distance of 20cm (7 inches)
between the unit and walls or other objects for
ventilation. NEVER LOCATE NEXT TO OR
NEAR A HEAT SOURCE.
Note: Before using the appliance
for the first time, clean the
shelves and interior with soapy
water.
3. Level the appliance by adjusting the screw
feet.
Fit Glass Panels
1. Screw the collars to the rim of the appliance.
Note: Ensure the hole in the
collar for the grub screw faces
inwards.
2. Slot the two side panels into the collars, with
the holes in the glass at the top.
Note: Ensure the screw hole
furthest from the edge of the
panel goes to the back of the
appliance.
3. Screw a grub screw into each collar to secure
the panels.
Note: Ensure the soft end of the
grub screw is the end making
contact with the glass.
Do not overtighten the grub
screws as it will result in the
glass breaking.
4. Slot the rear panel into the collars, with the
holes in the glass at the top.
5. Screw a grub screw into each collar to secure
the panel.
6. Slot the plastic plugs into each of the holes.
7. Screw the brackets to the inside of each pane
using the bolt assemblies.
Note: Ensure the short end
of the bolt assembly is on the
outside of the panels.
8. Place the top panel onto the brackets, ensuring
all holes line up.
9. Insert the plugs and attach the top panel to
the brackets with the bolt assembly.
Bracket
Glass Panel
Bolt Assembly
Plug
Bolt Assembly
Operation
Storing Food
To get the best results from your POLAR appliance,
follow these instructions:
• Only store foodstuffs in the appliance when it
has reached the correct operating temperature.
• Ensure gastronorm bays are full at all times,
even if the gastronorms are unused or empty.
Empty bays will greatly reduce efficiency of the
appliance.
• Do not obstruct the fans inside the appliance.
• Use the spacer bars provided to fill any gaps
(they are not required to support each GN
pans).
• Always cover the pan with lid when not in use.
• Do not place hot food or liquid inside the
appliance.
Note: The appliance is not intended for the
long term storage of food.
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Turn On
1. Ensure the power switch is set to [O] and turn on at the socket.
2. Switch on the power switch [I]. The current temperature within the appliance is displayed.
Set the Operating Temperature
1. Press the SET button for 3 seconds. The display
will flash.
2. Press the or buttons to display the
required temperature.
3. Press the SET button to store the temperature.
Manual Defrost
Press and hold the defrost button “aux” for 2 seconds
to begin a manual defrost. The defrost light illuminates.
Cleaning, Care & Maintenance
• Switch off and disconnect from the power supply before cleaning.
• Clean the interior of the appliance as often as possible.
• Do not use abrasive cleaning agents. These can leave harmful residues.
• Clean the door seal with warm soapy water.
• Always wipe dry after cleaning.
• Do not allow water used in cleaning to run through the drain hole into the evaporation pan.
• Take care when cleaning the rear of the appliance. Sharp edges can cut.
• A POLAR agent or qualified technician must carry out repairs if required.
Cleaning the Condenser Filter
• The condenser is part of the refrigeration system. The
condenser filter requires monthly cleaning.
• Always disconnect power supply before carrying out Routine
Maintenance.
• Failure to clean the condenser filter will reduce the
performance and life of your Polar unit and may invalidate
your warranty.
• These models have a removable filter which can be cleaned
with a vacuum cleaner.
Troubleshooting
If your POLAR appliance develops a fault, please check the following table before making a call to the
Helpline or your POLAR dealer.
Fault Probable Cause Solution
The appliance is not
working
The unit is not switched on Check the unit is plugged in correctly and
switched on
Plug and lead are damaged Call POLAR agent or qualified Technician
Power supply Check power supply
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Fault Probable Cause Solution
The appliance
turns on, but the
temperature is too
high/low
Too much ice on the evaporator Defrost the appliance
Condenser blocked with dust Clean the Condenser
Doors are not shut properly Check doors are shut and seals are not
damaged
Appliance is located near a heat
source or air flow to the condenser
is being interrupted
Move the appliance to a more suitable
location
Ambient temperature is too high Increase ventilation or move appliance to a
cooler position
Unsuitable foodstuffs are being
stored in the appliance
Remove any excessive hot foodstuffs or
blockages to the fan
Appliance is overloaded Reduce the amount of food stored in the
appliance
The appliance is
leaking water
The appliance is not properly
levelled
Adjust the screw feet to level the appliance
(If applicable)
The discharge outlet is blocked Clear the discharge outlet
Movement of water to the drain is
obstructed
Clear the floor of the appliance
(If applicable)
The water container is damaged Call POLAR agent or qualified Technician
The drip tray is overflowing Empty the drip tray (If applicable)
The appliance is
unusually loud
Loose nut/screw Check and tighten all nuts and screws
The appliance has not been installed
in a level or stable position
Check installation position and change if
necessary
Technical Specifications
Model Voltage Power Current Temperature
Range Capacity Refrigerant Dimensions H x W x D mm
Weight
(kg)
GD875-A 220-240V
50Hz
110W 0.8A 2°C - 8°C 3 x gastronorm 1/3
Container
1 x gastronorm 1/2
Container
R600a 45g 435 x 1200 x 395 55
GD876-A 220-240V
50Hz
110W 0.8A 2°C - 8°C 5 x gastronorm 1/3
Container
1 x gastronorm 1/2
Container
R600a 45g 435 x 1500 x 395 63
GD877-A 220-240V
50Hz
122W 0.8A 2°C - 8°C 8 x gastronorm 1/3
Container
R600a 45g 435 x 1800 x 395 72
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Electrical Wiring
The plug is to be connected to a suitable mains socket.
POLAR appliances are wired as follows:
• Live wire (coloured brown) to terminal marked L
• Neutral wire (coloured blue) to terminal marked N
• Earth wire (coloured green/yellow) to terminal marked E
This appliance must be earthed.
If in doubt consult a qualified electrician.
Electrical isolation points must be kept clear of any obstructions. In the event of any emergency
disconnection being required they must be readily accessible.
Compliance
The product must not be disposed of as household waste. To help prevent possible harm to human
health and/or the environment, the product must be disposed of in an approved and environmentally safe
recycling process. For further information on how to dispose of this product correctly, contact the product
supplier, or the local authority responsible for waste disposal in your area.
POLAR parts have undergone strict product testing in order to comply with regulatory standards and
specifications set by international, independent, and federal authorities.
POLAR products have been approved to carry the following symbol:
All rights reserved. No part of these instructions may be produced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic,
mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of POLAR.
Every effort is made to ensure all details are correct at the time of going to press, however, POLAR reserve the right to
change specifications without notice.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
• Conformiteitsverklaring • Déclaration de conformité • Konformitätserklärung • Dichiarazione di conformità •
• Declaración de conformidad • Declaração de conformidade
Equipment Type • Uitrustingstype • Type d'équipement • Gerätetyp
• Tipo di apparecchiatura • Tipo de equipo • Tipo de equipamento
Model • Modèle • Modell • Modello
• Modelo • Malli
G-Series Countertop Prep Fridge
5 x ¼ GN
7 x ¼ GN
8 x ¼ GN
10 x ¼ GN
3 x ¼ GN & 1 x ½ GN
5 x ¼ GN& 1 x ½ GN
8 x ¼ GN
9 x ¼ GN
G608 (& -E -A)
G609 (& -E -A)
G610 (& -E -A)
G611 (& -E -A)
GD875 (& -E -A)
GD876 (& -E -A)
GD877 (& -E -A)
GD878 (& -E -A)
Application of Territory Legislation
& Council Directives(s)
Toepassing van Europese
Richtlijn(en) • Application de la/des
directive(s) du Conseil • Anwendbare
EU-Richtlinie(n) • Applicazione delle
Direttive
• Aplicación de la(s) directiva(s) del
consejo • Aplicação de directiva(s) do
Conselho
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
EN 60335-1:2012 +A11:2014 +A13:2017
EN 60335-2-89:2010 +A1:2016
EN 62233:2008
Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC)
Directive 2014/30/EU - recast of 2004/108/EC
EN 55014-1:2017
EN 55014-2:2015
EN 61000-3-2: 2014
EN 61000-3-3: 2013
Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive
(RoHS) 2015/863 amending Annex II to
Directive 2011/65/EU
Electrical Safety
IEC 60335-1:2010 +A1:2013 +A2:2016
IEC 60335-2-89:2010 +A1:2012 +A2:2015
Electromagnetic Compatibility
EN 55014-1:2017
EN 55014-2:2015
EN 61000-3-2: 2014
EN 61000-3-3: 2013
Producer Name • Naam fabrikant • Nom du producteur • Name des Herstellers
• Nome del produttore • Nombre del fabricante • Nome do fabricante
Polar
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Territory Legislation, Directive(s)
and Standard(s).
Ik, de ondergetekende, verklaar hierbij dat de hierboven gespecificeerde uitrusting goedgekeurd is volgens de bovenstaande
Richtlijn(en) en Standaard(en).
Je soussigné, confirme la conformité de l'équipement cité dans la présente à la / aux Directive(s) et Norme(s) ci-dessus
Ich, der/die Unterzeichnende, erkläre hiermit, dass das oben angegebene Gerät der/den oben angeführten Richtlinie(n) und
Norm(en) entspricht.
Il sottoscritto dichiara che l'apparecchiatura di sopra specificata è conforme alle Direttive e agli Standard sopra riportati.
El abajo firmante declara por la presente que el equipo arriba especificado está en conformidad con la(s) directiva(s) y
estándar(es) arriba mencionadas.
Eu, o abaixo-assinado, declaro que o equipamento anteriormente especificado está em conformidade com a(s) anterior(es)
Directiva(s) e Norma(s)
Date • Data • Date • Datum • Data •
Fecha • Data
7th January 2021
Signature • Handtekening •
Signature • Unterschrift Firma •
Firma • Assinatura
Full Name • Volledige naam • Nom
et prénom • Vollständiger Name •
Nome completo • Nombre completo
• Nome por extenso
Ashley Hooper
Eoghan Donnellan
Josie Holt
Position • Functie • Fonction •
Position • Qualifica • Posición •
Função
Technical & Quality
Manager
Commercial
Manager/ Importer
Commercial Manager/ Responsible
Supplier
Producer Address • Adres fabrikant •
Adresse du producteur • Anschrift
des Herstellers • Indirizzo del
produttore • Dirección del fabricante
• Morada do fabricante
Fourth Way,
Avonmouth,
Bristol,
BS11 8TB
United Kingdom
42 North Point
Business Park
New Mallow Road
Cork
Ireland
15 Bagdally Road,
Campbelltown
NSW 2560
DocuSign Envelope ID: 9450CA17-7BDF-4FBF-A5BA-5FE428FB1B9B
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