SAWAFUJI ELECTRIC Engel SB30F-N-A User manual

DC
REFRIGERATOR
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODELS
SB30F-N-A
SB30F-N-L-A
SB30F-N-R-A

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Thank you for purchasing an ENGEL refrigerator. Read this
manual carefully before starting to use it. Keep this manual in
a safe place for future reference. If the product is resold, this
operating manual must accompany it.
1 . Explanation of symbols
2 . Safety instructions
3 . Intended use
4 . Controller and display
5 . Installation and ventilation
6 . Operation
7 . Maintenance of refrigerator
8. Tilt protection
9. Trouble shooting
10. Disposal
11. Warranty
12. Before initial use
13. Technical data
〈APPENDIX〉
Service agent
6.1 Connection to 12V or 24V DC battery
6.1.1 Onboard direct wiring
6.1.2 Wiring diagram of dual battery hookup
7.1 Cleaning interior and door
7.2 Defrosting
12.1 Relocating the compressor unit
12.2 Direction of fan for free-standing
CONTENTS
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• This refrigerator can be used by children age 8 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 the use of
the refrigerator in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved.
• Children shall not play with the refrigerator. Always keep and
use the refrigerator out of the reach of children.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with
a flammable propellant in this refrigerator.
• Never expose the refrigerator to rain.
•Do not put a water-filled container. Water if spilled will degrade
the insulation of electric components and may lead to a fire
from electric leak.
• If the cable is damaged, it must be replaced to prevent the
possibility of electric shock. It must be replaced with a new
cord (ENGEL genuine products).
•Never disassemble the refrigerator by yourself. Inadequate
repairs may lead to considerable hazards.
• Do not touch the inside and other metal parts of the cabinet
with wet hands, as this may cause frostbite.
•Do not contact metal part with positive terminal of battery.
•Cyclopentane is used as in the insulation. The gases in
insulation material require a special disposal procedure with
theapplicable disposal regulations.
•Use the DC cord originally accompanying the refrigerator
when operating it on DC. Failing to do so may lead to a fire
due tooverheat.
•When replacing a fuse equipped inside the fuse holder of DC
cord, always use the same rated fuse for replacement. Never
use a wire or a lead instead. Doing so may lead to a firefrom
overheat.
•This refrigerator runs on DC such as battery. Do not attempt
to run it on any voltage above the specified voltage, nor use it
with any power source not specified here. Failing to comply
willresult in product failure or lead to a fire.
•Do not attempt to hang on the refrigerator door. Do not sit on
the refrigerator while the door is open. Doing so may lead to
injuries due to tumbled refrigerator or the fingers being caught
inthe door.
•Do not put heavy objects on the refrigerator. Doing so may
lead to injury from falling objects when the door opens.
•Be sure that no part of the refrigerator body is pushing its
powercable to bend it hard. The cable, when bent hard, may
getdamaged and lead to overheat and a fire.
• Avoid using flammable sprays near the refrigerator. The
electriccontacts may catch a fire.
•When using the refrigerator in a trunk of the car, keep
adequate ventilation. Failing to do so may overheat and
damage therefrigerator and possibly lead to a fire.
•Do not store objects that require precise temperature control
such as medicine and scientific specimens. This refrigerator is
not suited to store such types of objects.
• When there is a leak of utility gas around you, do not touch
the refrigerator or its cable plug. Open the windows and
maintain good ventilation. Failing to do so may lead to a fire
and/or a burn from explosion.
• When operating on a floor, securely fix the refrigerator so that
it would not fall and cause injuries when encountering
vibration such as earth quake.
• While the refrigerator is in operation, do not use a quick
charger to charge the battery that is supplying power to the
refrigerator. The high voltages generated from the charger
may damage the refrigerator and lead to a fire.
• Do not use the refrigerator near a heated object or gas
equipment. Doing so not only reduces cooling performance
but would cause a fire when leakage of the utility gas.
• Do not use the refrigerator if its power cable is damaged or
the catch of its plug is loose. Failing to comply may lead to an
electric shock or short or fire.
• Do not damage or modify or bend hard or pull or twist or
bundle the power cable. Do not have the power cable caught
under or pinched with heavy objects. Doing so may damage
the cable and possibly lead to a fire or electric shock.

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1. Explanation of symbols
WARNING
CAUTION
2. Safety instructions
The following symbols are used in this OWNER’S MANUAL or
on the refrigerator.
Read this manual carefully before starting to use the refrigerator.
These instructions are safety measures for preventing accidents.
• This refrigerator can be used by children age 8 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 the use of
the refrigerator in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved.
• Children shall not play with the refrigerator. Always keep and
use the refrigerator out of the reach of children.
Failure to observe this instruction
can cause fatal or serious injury.
Failure to observe this instruction
can lead to injury.
Failure to observe this instruction
can cause material damage and
impair the function of the product.
Risk of fire insulation blowing gas.
(CYCLOPENTANE)
WARNING
NOTICE
WARNING
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with
a flammable propellant in this refrigerator.
• Never expose the refrigerator to rain.
•Do not put a water-filled container. Water if spilled will degrade
the insulation of electric components and may lead to a fire
from electric leak.
• If the cable is damaged, it must be replaced to prevent the
possibility of electric shock. It must be replaced with a new
cord (ENGEL genuine products).
•Never disassemble the refrigerator by yourself. Inadequate
repairs may lead to considerable hazards.
• Do not touch the inside and other metal parts of the cabinet
with wet hands, as this may cause frostbite.
•Do not contact metal part with positive terminal of battery.
•Cyclopentane is used as in the insulation. The gases in
insulation material require a special disposal procedure with
theapplicable disposal regulations.
•Use the DC cord originally accompanying the refrigerator
when operating it on DC. Failing to do so may lead to a fire
due tooverheat.
•When replacing a fuse equipped inside the fuse holder of DC
cord, always use the same rated fuse for replacement. Never
use a wire or a lead instead. Doing so may lead to a firefrom
overheat.
•This refrigerator runs on DC such as battery. Do not attempt
to run it on any voltage above the specified voltage, nor use it
with any power source not specified here. Failing to comply
willresult in product failure or lead to a fire.
•Do not attempt to hang on the refrigerator door. Do not sit on
the refrigerator while the door is open. Doing so may lead to
injuries due to tumbled refrigerator or the fingers being caught
inthe door.
•Do not put heavy objects on the refrigerator. Doing so may
lead to injury from falling objects when the door opens.
•Be sure that no part of the refrigerator body is pushing its
powercable to bend it hard. The cable, when bent hard, may
getdamaged and lead to overheat and a fire.
• Avoid using flammable sprays near the refrigerator. The
electriccontacts may catch a fire.
•When using the refrigerator in a trunk of the car, keep
adequate ventilation. Failing to do so may overheat and
damage therefrigerator and possibly lead to a fire.
•Do not store objects that require precise temperature control
such as medicine and scientific specimens. This refrigerator is
not suited to store such types of objects.
• When there is a leak of utility gas around you, do not touch
the refrigerator or its cable plug. Open the windows and
maintain good ventilation. Failing to do so may lead to a fire
and/or a burn from explosion.
• When operating on a floor, securely fix the refrigerator so that
it would not fall and cause injuries when encountering
vibration such as earth quake.
• While the refrigerator is in operation, do not use a quick
charger to charge the battery that is supplying power to the
refrigerator. The high voltages generated from the charger
may damage the refrigerator and lead to a fire.
• Do not use the refrigerator near a heated object or gas
equipment. Doing so not only reduces cooling performance
but would cause a fire when leakage of the utility gas.
• Do not use the refrigerator if its power cable is damaged or
the catch of its plug is loose. Failing to comply may lead to an
electric shock or short or fire.
• Do not damage or modify or bend hard or pull or twist or
bundle the power cable. Do not have the power cable caught
under or pinched with heavy objects. Doing so may damage
the cable and possibly lead to a fire or electric shock.

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• This refrigerator can be used by children age 8 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 the use of
the refrigerator in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved.
• Children shall not play with the refrigerator. Always keep and
use the refrigerator out of the reach of children.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with
a flammable propellant in this refrigerator.
• Never expose the refrigerator to rain.
•Do not put a water-filled container. Water if spilled will degrade
the insulation of electric components and may lead to a fire
from electric leak.
• If the cable is damaged, it must be replaced to prevent the
possibility of electric shock. It must be replaced with a new
cord (ENGEL genuine products).
•Never disassemble the refrigerator by yourself. Inadequate
repairs may lead to considerable hazards.
• Do not touch the inside and other metal parts of the cabinet
with wet hands, as this may cause frostbite.
•Do not contact metal part with positive terminal of battery.
•Cyclopentane is used as in the insulation. The gases in
insulation material require a special disposal procedure with
theapplicable disposal regulations.
•Use the DC cord originally accompanying the refrigerator
when operating it on DC. Failing to do so may lead to a fire
due tooverheat.
•When replacing a fuse equipped inside the fuse holder of DC
cord, always use the same rated fuse for replacement. Never
use a wire or a lead instead. Doing so may lead to a firefrom
overheat.
•This refrigerator runs on DC such as battery. Do not attempt
to run it on any voltage above the specified voltage, nor use it
with any power source not specified here. Failing to comply
willresult in product failure or lead to a fire.
•Do not attempt to hang on the refrigerator door. Do not sit on
the refrigerator while the door is open. Doing so may lead to
injuries due to tumbled refrigerator or the fingers being caught
inthe door.
•Do not put heavy objects on the refrigerator. Doing so may
lead to injury from falling objects when the door opens.
•Be sure that no part of the refrigerator body is pushing its
powercable to bend it hard. The cable, when bent hard, may
getdamaged and lead to overheat and a fire.
• Avoid using flammable sprays near the refrigerator. The
electriccontacts may catch a fire.
•When using the refrigerator in a trunk of the car, keep
adequate ventilation. Failing to do so may overheat and
damage therefrigerator and possibly lead to a fire.
•Do not store objects that require precise temperature control
such as medicine and scientific specimens. This refrigerator is
not suited to store such types of objects.
• When there is a leak of utility gas around you, do not touch
the refrigerator or its cable plug. Open the windows and
maintain good ventilation. Failing to do so may lead to a fire
and/or a burn from explosion.
• When operating on a floor, securely fix the refrigerator so that
it would not fall and cause injuries when encountering
vibration such as earth quake.
• While the refrigerator is in operation, do not use a quick
charger to charge the battery that is supplying power to the
refrigerator. The high voltages generated from the charger
may damage the refrigerator and lead to a fire.
• Do not use the refrigerator near a heated object or gas
equipment. Doing so not only reduces cooling performance
but would cause a fire when leakage of the utility gas.
• Do not use the refrigerator if its power cable is damaged or
the catch of its plug is loose. Failing to comply may lead to an
electric shock or short or fire.
• Do not damage or modify or bend hard or pull or twist or
bundle the power cable. Do not have the power cable caught
under or pinched with heavy objects. Doing so may damage
the cable and possibly lead to a fire or electric shock.

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• This refrigerator can be used by children age 8 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 the use of
the refrigerator in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved.
• Children shall not play with the refrigerator. Always keep and
use the refrigerator out of the reach of children.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with
a flammable propellant in this refrigerator.
• Never expose the refrigerator to rain.
•Do not put a water-filled container. Water if spilled will degrade
the insulation of electric components and may lead to a fire
from electric leak.
• If the cable is damaged, it must be replaced to prevent the
possibility of electric shock. It must be replaced with a new
cord (ENGEL genuine products).
•Never disassemble the refrigerator by yourself. Inadequate
repairs may lead to considerable hazards.
• Do not touch the inside and other metal parts of the cabinet
with wet hands, as this may cause frostbite.
•Do not contact metal part with positive terminal of battery.
•Cyclopentane is used as in the insulation. The gases in
insulation material require a special disposal procedure with
theapplicable disposal regulations.
•Use the DC cord originally accompanying the refrigerator
when operating it on DC. Failing to do so may lead to a fire
due tooverheat.
•When replacing a fuse equipped inside the fuse holder of DC
cord, always use the same rated fuse for replacement. Never
use a wire or a lead instead. Doing so may lead to a firefrom
overheat.
•This refrigerator runs on DC such as battery. Do not attempt
to run it on any voltage above the specified voltage, nor use it
with any power source not specified here. Failing to comply
willresult in product failure or lead to a fire.
•Do not attempt to hang on the refrigerator door. Do not sit on
the refrigerator while the door is open. Doing so may lead to
injuries due to tumbled refrigerator or the fingers being caught
inthe door.
•Do not put heavy objects on the refrigerator. Doing so may
lead to injury from falling objects when the door opens.
•Be sure that no part of the refrigerator body is pushing its
powercable to bend it hard. The cable, when bent hard, may
getdamaged and lead to overheat and a fire.
• Avoid using flammable sprays near the refrigerator. The
electriccontacts may catch a fire.
•When using the refrigerator in a trunk of the car, keep
adequate ventilation. Failing to do so may overheat and
damage therefrigerator and possibly lead to a fire.
•Do not store objects that require precise temperature control
such as medicine and scientific specimens. This refrigerator is
not suited to store such types of objects.
• When there is a leak of utility gas around you, do not touch
the refrigerator or its cable plug. Open the windows and
maintain good ventilation. Failing to do so may lead to a fire
and/or a burn from explosion.
• When operating on a floor, securely fix the refrigerator so that
it would not fall and cause injuries when encountering
vibration such as earth quake.
• While the refrigerator is in operation, do not use a quick
charger to charge the battery that is supplying power to the
refrigerator. The high voltages generated from the charger
may damage the refrigerator and lead to a fire.
• Do not use the refrigerator near a heated object or gas
equipment. Doing so not only reduces cooling performance
but would cause a fire when leakage of the utility gas.
• Do not use the refrigerator if its power cable is damaged or
the catch of its plug is loose. Failing to comply may lead to an
electric shock or short or fire.
• Do not damage or modify or bend hard or pull or twist or
bundle the power cable. Do not have the power cable caught
under or pinched with heavy objects. Doing so may damage
the cable and possibly lead to a fire or electric shock.

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• This refrigerator can be used by children age 8 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 the use of
the refrigerator in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved.
• Children shall not play with the refrigerator. Always keep and
use the refrigerator out of the reach of children.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with
a flammable propellant in this refrigerator.
• Never expose the refrigerator to rain.
•Do not put a water-filled container. Water if spilled will degrade
the insulation of electric components and may lead to a fire
from electric leak.
• If the cable is damaged, it must be replaced to prevent the
possibility of electric shock. It must be replaced with a new
cord (ENGEL genuine products).
•Never disassemble the refrigerator by yourself. Inadequate
repairs may lead to considerable hazards.
• Do not touch the inside and other metal parts of the cabinet
with wet hands, as this may cause frostbite.
•Do not contact metal part with positive terminal of battery.
•Cyclopentane is used as in the insulation. The gases in
insulation material require a special disposal procedure with
theapplicable disposal regulations.
•Use the DC cord originally accompanying the refrigerator
when operating it on DC. Failing to do so may lead to a fire
due tooverheat.
•When replacing a fuse equipped inside the fuse holder of DC
cord, always use the same rated fuse for replacement. Never
use a wire or a lead instead. Doing so may lead to a firefrom
overheat.
•This refrigerator runs on DC such as battery. Do not attempt
to run it on any voltage above the specified voltage, nor use it
with any power source not specified here. Failing to comply
willresult in product failure or lead to a fire.
•Do not attempt to hang on the refrigerator door. Do not sit on
the refrigerator while the door is open. Doing so may lead to
injuries due to tumbled refrigerator or the fingers being caught
inthe door.
•Do not put heavy objects on the refrigerator. Doing so may
lead to injury from falling objects when the door opens.
•Be sure that no part of the refrigerator body is pushing its
powercable to bend it hard. The cable, when bent hard, may
getdamaged and lead to overheat and a fire.
• Avoid using flammable sprays near the refrigerator. The
electriccontacts may catch a fire.
•When using the refrigerator in a trunk of the car, keep
adequate ventilation. Failing to do so may overheat and
damage therefrigerator and possibly lead to a fire.
•Do not store objects that require precise temperature control
such as medicine and scientific specimens. This refrigerator is
not suited to store such types of objects.
• When there is a leak of utility gas around you, do not touch
the refrigerator or its cable plug. Open the windows and
maintain good ventilation. Failing to do so may lead to a fire
and/or a burn from explosion.
• When operating on a floor, securely fix the refrigerator so that
it would not fall and cause injuries when encountering
vibration such as earth quake.
• While the refrigerator is in operation, do not use a quick
charger to charge the battery that is supplying power to the
refrigerator. The high voltages generated from the charger
may damage the refrigerator and lead to a fire.
• Do not use the refrigerator near a heated object or gas
equipment. Doing so not only reduces cooling performance
but would cause a fire when leakage of the utility gas.
• Do not use the refrigerator if its power cable is damaged or
the catch of its plug is loose. Failing to comply may lead to an
electric shock or short or fire.
• Do not damage or modify or bend hard or pull or twist or
bundle the power cable. Do not have the power cable caught
under or pinched with heavy objects. Doing so may damage
the cable and possibly lead to a fire or electric shock.
•Disconnect the refrigerator from the DC before cleaning and
servicing it as well as after each use.
• Be careful not to drop the refrigerator when carrying it. The
refrigerator will be damaged if dropped and may also lead to
injuries of yourself.
•Do not put fingers between the lid and body of the
refrigerator.Doing so may lead to injuries when the door
closes.
•Do not put living things such as pets in the refrigerator.
•Do not attempt to open or close the refrigerator door while
driving a car. It may lead to an accident due to distracted
driving.
• This refrigerator is suitable for cooling food. If you wish to cool
medicines, check if the cooling capacity of the refrigerator is
enough.
•Never use a battery charger or transformer or rectifier or
batteryeliminator or AC/DC converter to power the
refrigerator. Doingso may damage the refrigerator.
•Never connect the refrigerator directly to an engine generator
set. Doing sowill lead to poor cooling and may also damage
the refrigeratordue to the high voltages and surge pulse from
the generatorset. Utilize an automatic voltage regulator for the
refrigerator. Contact your ENGEL dealer if there is any
question regardingthe use of engine generator set to power
the refrigerator.
•Do not overstuff the refrigerator. Doing so reduces cooling
performance and may spoil the stored food.
•Do not put a bagged cold pack whose inner material is
leaking. Some of off-the-shelf bagged ice packs contain a type
ofchemical that corrodes the metal parts of the refrigerator. If
such chemical is spilled in the refrigerator interior, wipe it off
with a wet, soft cloth and wipe off again with a dry cloth.
•It is recommended to turn off the refrigerator when the vehicle
engine is shut off so as to keep the battery from running out.
•Take extra caution when transporting the refrigerator.
CAUTION

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• This refrigerator can be used by children age 8 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 the use of
the refrigerator in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved.
• Children shall not play with the refrigerator. Always keep and
use the refrigerator out of the reach of children.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with
a flammable propellant in this refrigerator.
• Never expose the refrigerator to rain.
•Do not put a water-filled container. Water if spilled will degrade
the insulation of electric components and may lead to a fire
from electric leak.
• If the cable is damaged, it must be replaced to prevent the
possibility of electric shock. It must be replaced with a new
cord (ENGEL genuine products).
•Never disassemble the refrigerator by yourself. Inadequate
repairs may lead to considerable hazards.
• Do not touch the inside and other metal parts of the cabinet
with wet hands, as this may cause frostbite.
•Do not contact metal part with positive terminal of battery.
•Cyclopentane is used as in the insulation. The gases in
insulation material require a special disposal procedure with
theapplicable disposal regulations.
•Use the DC cord originally accompanying the refrigerator
when operating it on DC. Failing to do so may lead to a fire
due tooverheat.
•When replacing a fuse equipped inside the fuse holder of DC
cord, always use the same rated fuse for replacement. Never
use a wire or a lead instead. Doing so may lead to a firefrom
overheat.
•This refrigerator runs on DC such as battery. Do not attempt
to run it on any voltage above the specified voltage, nor use it
with any power source not specified here. Failing to comply
willresult in product failure or lead to a fire.
•Do not attempt to hang on the refrigerator door. Do not sit on
the refrigerator while the door is open. Doing so may lead to
injuries due to tumbled refrigerator or the fingers being caught
inthe door.
•Do not put heavy objects on the refrigerator. Doing so may
lead to injury from falling objects when the door opens.
•Be sure that no part of the refrigerator body is pushing its
powercable to bend it hard. The cable, when bent hard, may
getdamaged and lead to overheat and a fire.
• Avoid using flammable sprays near the refrigerator. The
electriccontacts may catch a fire.
•When using the refrigerator in a trunk of the car, keep
adequate ventilation. Failing to do so may overheat and
damage therefrigerator and possibly lead to a fire.
•Do not store objects that require precise temperature control
such as medicine and scientific specimens. This refrigerator is
not suited to store such types of objects.
• When there is a leak of utility gas around you, do not touch
the refrigerator or its cable plug. Open the windows and
maintain good ventilation. Failing to do so may lead to a fire
and/or a burn from explosion.
• When operating on a floor, securely fix the refrigerator so that
it would not fall and cause injuries when encountering
vibration such as earth quake.
• While the refrigerator is in operation, do not use a quick
charger to charge the battery that is supplying power to the
refrigerator. The high voltages generated from the charger
may damage the refrigerator and lead to a fire.
• Do not use the refrigerator near a heated object or gas
equipment. Doing so not only reduces cooling performance
but would cause a fire when leakage of the utility gas.
• Do not use the refrigerator if its power cable is damaged or
the catch of its plug is loose. Failing to comply may lead to an
electric shock or short or fire.
• Do not damage or modify or bend hard or pull or twist or
bundle the power cable. Do not have the power cable caught
under or pinched with heavy objects. Doing so may damage
the cable and possibly lead to a fire or electric shock.
•Disconnect the refrigerator from the DC before cleaning and
servicing it as well as after each use.
• Be careful not to drop the refrigerator when carrying it. The
refrigerator will be damaged if dropped and may also lead to
injuries of yourself.
•Do not put fingers between the lid and body of the
refrigerator.Doing so may lead to injuries when the door
closes.
•Do not put living things such as pets in the refrigerator.
•Do not attempt to open or close the refrigerator door while
driving a car. It may lead to an accident due to distracted
driving.
• This refrigerator is suitable for cooling food. If you wish to cool
medicines, check if the cooling capacity of the refrigerator is
enough.
•Never use a battery charger or transformer or rectifier or
batteryeliminator or AC/DC converter to power the
refrigerator. Doingso may damage the refrigerator.
•Never connect the refrigerator directly to an engine generator
set. Doing sowill lead to poor cooling and may also damage
the refrigeratordue to the high voltages and surge pulse from
the generatorset. Utilize an automatic voltage regulator for the
refrigerator. Contact your ENGEL dealer if there is any
question regardingthe use of engine generator set to power
the refrigerator.
•Do not overstuff the refrigerator. Doing so reduces cooling
performance and may spoil the stored food.
•Do not put a bagged cold pack whose inner material is
leaking. Some of off-the-shelf bagged ice packs contain a type
ofchemical that corrodes the metal parts of the refrigerator. If
such chemical is spilled in the refrigerator interior, wipe it off
with a wet, soft cloth and wipe off again with a dry cloth.
•It is recommended to turn off the refrigerator when the vehicle
engine is shut off so as to keep the battery from running out.
•Take extra caution when transporting the refrigerator.

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NOTICE
• If the voltage at the DC input terminals of the refrigerator falls
below 11V, cooling performance will immediately decrease.
Always keep the battery in good condition to ensure it is fully
charged.
• Fix the refrigerator firmly to the interior of the vehicle. Failing
to do so may lead to injuries from a falling or moving fridge
during abrupt acceleration and braking.
• Never use this refrigerator inside a refrigerated compartment
of a refrigeration truck, where condensation easily occurs and
water would drip onto the refrigerator and damage it.
• Do not put glass bottles in the refrigerator. That would result in
breakage of bottles due to external shock or vibration.
• Do not set the temperature setting knob at “5” except when
storing frozen products such as frozen food and ice. Doing so
may result not only in beverages being undrinkable but
explosion of cans and possible injuries.
• Do not use a knife, a driver or any sharp object to remove
frost from the refrigerator.
• Do not pour water in the refrigerator. Doing so will result in
failure from water ingress into the insulation material or
mechanical and electrical components. If water collects in the
cabinet, wipe it off with a soft cloth.
• The refrigerator needs an adequate ventilation for optimized
cooling performance. Please set necessary ventilation
opening according to installation instructions.
• Food shall be kept in its original package or put in other
suitable container when stored in the refrigerator. It is
recommended to pack watery food or products with excessive
fragrance when putting in the refrigerator.
• Overstuffing the refrigerator will result in insufficient cooling
from poor circulation of cool air and may spoil the stored
foods. Keep some spaces between the foods.
• Hot or warm food such as boiled product shall be stored after
it gets cool enough.
• Pre-cool the food and drinks before putting into the
refrigerator. This refrigerator is not capable of cooling food and
drink in a short time. It is also recommended to pre-cool inside
the refrigerator cabinet before putting in any food.
• When the refrigerator is in operation, do not touch food or its
containers, especially those made of metal, stored there with
a wet hand. Doing so may lead to frostbite or other injury.

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• If the voltage at the DC input terminals of the refrigerator falls
below 11V, cooling performance will immediately decrease.
Always keep the battery in good condition to ensure it is fully
charged.
• Fix the refrigerator firmly to the interior of the vehicle. Failing
to do so may lead to injuries from a falling or moving fridge
during abrupt acceleration and braking.
• Never use this refrigerator inside a refrigerated compartment
of a refrigeration truck, where condensation easily occurs and
water would drip onto the refrigerator and damage it.
• Do not put glass bottles in the refrigerator. That would result in
breakage of bottles due to external shock or vibration.
• Do not set the temperature setting knob at “5” except when
storing frozen products such as frozen food and ice. Doing so
may result not only in beverages being undrinkable but
explosion of cans and possible injuries.
• Do not use a knife, a driver or any sharp object to remove
frost from the refrigerator.
• Do not pour water in the refrigerator. Doing so will result in
failure from water ingress into the insulation material or
mechanical and electrical components. If water collects in the
cabinet, wipe it off with a soft cloth.
• The refrigerator needs an adequate ventilation for optimized
cooling performance. Please set necessary ventilation
opening according to installation instructions.
• Food shall be kept in its original package or put in other
suitable container when stored in the refrigerator. It is
recommended to pack watery food or products with excessive
fragrance when putting in the refrigerator.
• Overstuffing the refrigerator will result in insufficient cooling
from poor circulation of cool air and may spoil the stored
foods. Keep some spaces between the foods.
• Hot or warm food such as boiled product shall be stored after
it gets cool enough.
• Pre-cool the food and drinks before putting into the
refrigerator. This refrigerator is not capable of cooling food and
drink in a short time. It is also recommended to pre-cool inside
the refrigerator cabinet before putting in any food.
• When the refrigerator is in operation, do not touch food or its
containers, especially those made of metal, stored there with
a wet hand. Doing so may lead to frostbite or other injury.

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3. Intended use
• The refrigerator is suitable for use in cars, boats, caravans or
RVs and is designed to operate an angle of less than 30°off level.
Temperature setting
*At an ambient temperature of 30°C with the free-standing
refrigerator door closed.
The space between the bottom of the controller and the bottom of
the tray is less than 134mm. Please note so the controller is not
damaged.
Turn the temperature setting knob to change the air temperature
inside the refrigerator.
4. Controller and display
Dial setting
position
Inside temperature*
0 OFF (Stop)
1 Approx. 8°C
3 Approx. -2°C
5 Approx. -8°C
Temperature
setting knob and
interior light
134

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5. Installation and Ventilation
Installation
1) Make sure the refrigerator in fitted horizontally. When installing in
the Vehicle, make sure the refrigerator is not fitted to an unstable
position.
2) Make sure to install the refrigerator where air flow is available. If
the cooling unit air flow is contaminated, the cooling system will
be degraded.
3) Avoid direct Sunlight, heat from a stove, or anything related to
heat. If you install the refrigerator near a gas stove, a heater, or
any other heat generating appliances, or place in direct sunlight,
the cooling performance will be affected. And there is a risk of
discoloration or deformation.
4) Avoid installing the refrigerator close to a kitchen sink or water
faucet. If installed in locations subject to water the electrical
circuits and other parts may be effected.
5) To achieve good cooling performance and less current
consumption, adequate ventilation for the refrigerator is needed.
b) Make sure NOT to block the intake vent and outtake vent of
the compressor unit.
c) Recommended vent size
SB30F-N-A :
vertical length of 20cm and side length of 8cm.
SB30F-N-L-A / SB30F-N-R-A :
vertical length of 18cm and side length of 12cm.
If blocked, the cooling performance will be affected. And
there is a risk of the failure of the cooling system.
a) In the drawing below (Fig.1) :
the ventilation air will flow in the direction of the arrow.

Ventilation
1) Twisting lead wire
To further reduce the radio interference during DC operation,
twist the negative and positive cables (use separate cables)
together into a spiral form, between the battery.
2) Connecting refrigerator directly to battery
Any switches and lead wires for other electrical equipment
should not be shared with the wiring between the refrigerator
and the battery. Other equipment can generate high voltage
pulses which may cause transistor damage to the refrigerator
power supply. (See Fig. 2)
Failing to keep enough ventilation for cooling will result in
reduced product life, poor cooling performance, and
excessive current draw from the battery and will also
invalidate the warranty. Please never block up the vent.
Refer to the picture below to find the correct ventilation.
(See Fig. 1)
CAUTION
Intake vent
8cm(Min.) x
20cm(Min.)
Outtake vent
8cm(Min.) x
20cm(Min.)
(Fig.1)
Outtake vent
12cm(Min.) x
18cm(Min.)
Outtake vent
Intake
vent
Intake
vent
Outtake vent
12cm(Min.) x
18cm(Min.)
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SB30F-N-A
SB30F-N-L-A SB30F-N-R-A

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6. Operation
6.1 Connection to 12V or 24V DC battery
Connect only to the following
power sources :
12V or 24V DC battery
Before starting to use your new refrigerator, its interior as well
as exterior shall be thoroughly cleaned with a wet cloth to avoid
hygienic issue.
This refrigerator can operate on both 12V and 24V DC. Make sure
the battery voltage matches with the voltage stated on the
refrigerator label. If the battery voltage is too high it will damage
the refrigerator.
First, set the temperature setting knob to "0" (OFF). Then, set it
anywhere between 1 and 5, and the LED interior light will go on.
Turn the temperature setting knob to a required setting.
NOTICE
6.1.1 Onboard direct wiring
1) Twisting lead wire
To further reduce the radio interference during DC operation,
twist the negative and positive cables (use separate cables)
together into a spiral form, between the battery.
2) Connecting refrigerator directly to battery
Any switches and lead wires for other electrical equipment
should not be shared with the wiring between the refrigerator
and the battery. Other equipment can generate high voltage
pulses which may cause transistor damage to the refrigerator
power supply. (See Fig. 2)
DC 12/24 V input cord
+
：Red Cord
--
：Black Cord

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3) To prevent radio noise and avoid absorbing high surge
frequency, insert a capacitor of 10000μ-F as shown in (Fig. 3)
below.
4) Selecting the correct gauge for wiring is important to avoid
voltage drop. Follow the chart below when wiring the
refrigerator to the battery.
1) Twisting lead wire
To further reduce the radio interference during DC operation,
twist the negative and positive cables (use separate cables)
together into a spiral form, between the battery.
2) Connecting refrigerator directly to battery
Any switches and lead wires for other electrical equipment
should not be shared with the wiring between the refrigerator
and the battery. Other equipment can generate high voltage
pulses which may cause transistor damage to the refrigerator
power supply. (See Fig. 2)
Distance between
product and battery
From 6m (19ft.)
to 10m (32ft.)
More than 10m (32ft.)
(Not recommended,too long)
Less than 6m (19ft.)
DC 12 VOLT USE
SWG#16 (AWG#14)
/ 2.1mm2or more
DC 24 VOLT USE
Wire Gauge
SWG#18 (AWG#16)
/ 1.25mm2or more
SWG#14 (AWG#12)
/ 3.3mm2or more
SWG#16 (AWG#14)
/ 2.1mm2or more
SWG#12 (AWG#10)
/ 5.3mm2or more
SWG#14 (AWG#12)
/ 3.3mm2or more
ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT
TWISTING OF LEAD WIRE
FRIDGE
BATT
GOOD
FRIDGE
BATT
WRONG (Fig.2)
(Fig.3)
BATT
FRIDGE
Capacitor
(Condenser)

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6.1.2 Wiring diagram of dual battery hookup
Battery protection
The wiring diagram shown below is recommended for dual battery
hookup. (See Fig. 4)
This refrigerator is equipped
with a battery monitor cutting
the compressor in or out in
order to protect the battery.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the refrigerator in the event of reverse
polarity or short circuit, install a 10A fuse (12V DC) or a 10A
fuse (24V DC) in the wiring circuit nearer to the battery.
1) Twisting lead wire
To further reduce the radio interference during DC operation,
twist the negative and positive cables (use separate cables)
together into a spiral form, between the battery.
2) Connecting refrigerator directly to battery
Any switches and lead wires for other electrical equipment
should not be shared with the wiring between the refrigerator
and the battery. Other equipment can generate high voltage
pulses which may cause transistor damage to the refrigerator
power supply. (See Fig. 2)
Cut out Voltage 12V 9.6V
Cut in Voltage 12V 11.5V
Cut out Voltage 24V 20.4V
Cut in Voltage 24V 23.1V
(Fig.4)
Original wiring. Remove
and connect to power
isolator (terminal).
Field
Alt.
or
Gen.
Power converter
or battery charger
Vehicle AC suppl shoreline cord
Vehicle circuit
breaker or
M/G set
Shoreline outlet
Refrigerator
AC voltage
Common with AC ground
RV battery 12/24 V
90 A/H or more
Recommendation
FOR POSSIBLE REDUCING
RADIO INTERFERENCE BY
LEAD / WIRE CONNECTION
TO THE OTHER GROUNDING
POINT, OR PLEASE CONTACT
YOUR ENGEL DEALER
To Refrigerator
Ignition system
Battery isolator
Battery charge circuit
APP circuit
New #8 wire-red
Vehicle engine
12V battery
Suggested alternative:
2 golf cart batteries
6V in series
+
-
+
-
+
-
+
-
+
F
-
+
-

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7. Maintenance of refrigerator
Always disconnect the refrigerator from the power source before
you clean or service it.
Never use a brush, powder soap, cleanser, acid, benzene,
gasoline, or mineral thinners to clean the refrigerator, as these
tend to leave scratches on the plastic coating and painting.
Due to the humidity within the cabinet, frost will form on the
evaporator surface after it has been used for a while.
Frost with as thick as 6mm or more (1/4in) will reduce cooling
efficiency. To avoid this, the evaporator needs to be defrosted
regularly. To defrost, turn off and unplug the refrigerator to allow for
complete removal of frost from the evaporator.
• Clean the interior with a cloth moistened with warm water and
wipe again with a dry cloth.
• Clean the door of the refrigerator with a wet cloth.
• Clean the interior condenser to remove dirt (dust etc.) at regular
intervals.
7.1 Cleaning interior and door
7.2 Defrosting
NOTICE

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8. Tilt protection
※Tilt protection still works when tilted in all directions.Operating angle changes
depending on the tilt speed.
9. Trouble shooting
Fault Possible cause Action
Interior
not
cold
Compressor
not
working
No power supplied.
Battery in poor condition.
Check if power is supplied to
electronic unit.
Faulty electronic unit. Check fuse.
Defrost evaporator.
(see 7.2 Defrosting)
Electronic unit failure. Check polarity of connectors
and cables.
Tilt protection. Check refrigerator is horizontal.
Ambient temperature too high.
Insufficient ventilation.
Keep refrigerator sufficiently
ventilated.
Frost on evaporator
Condenser clogged Clean condenser.
If the problem still persists after going through the chart above, consult an ENGEL
service agent near you. Never disassemble the refrigerator by yourself. Inadequate
repairs can lead to considerable hazards.
Stop Start
Tilt for 10 seconds
above about
45〜65 degrees.
Tilt for 1 second
below about
20〜30 degrees.
This refrigerator senses the tilt and stops.

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The statutory warranty period applies.
If the refrigerator is found to be defective, contact either of the
agents whose contact information is found on page 25 of this
manual or an ENGEL dealer near your location.
For repair and warranty processing, have the following documents
accompany the refrigerator
• A copy of the receipt with purchasing date
• Reason for the claim and/or description of the failure
10. Disposal
11. Warranty
If you wish to dispose of this refrigerator, contact your local
authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal, or
specialist dealer for details about how to do this in accordance
with the applicable disposal regulations.
Cyclopentane is used in the insulation, which requires a special
disposal procedure. Contact your local authorities to find the
environmentally safe disposal of the refrigerator.
WARNING

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12.1 Relocating the compressor unit
12. Before initial use
This refrigerator’s compressor unit can be located, to 4 different
locations.
CAUTION
Relocating or remote mounting the compressor MUST be done
by a company qualified and authorised by Engel. Modifications
made by a person not qualified will void the manufacturer’s
warranty.
a. Compressor unit
located on the left side
d. Placing the compressor unit away
from the refrigerator
b. Compressor unit
located on the end
c. Compressor unit
located on the right side
Extra Blower fan
Horizontal installation
156560
716
612
130 481
596
Approx.1500mm

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12.2 Direction of fan for free-standing
This refrigerator is for built-in.
If you use for free-standing, please change the direction of the
fan as follows.
SB30F-N-L-A
SB30F-N-R-A
NOTICE
Fan’s label is outside.
Air flow
Air flow
Air flow
Air flow
Fan’s label is inside.
Fan’s label is inside.
Fan’s label is outside.