SunStar Model ST-16RF User manual

Model ST-16RF
Owner's Manual

Troubleshooting
When using this appliance, you may come across some problems that in many
cases result from improper handling and can easily be eliminated.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
The appliance fails to operate after being connected to the power source.
•Check whether the power supply is active and that the thermostat is not
set to the STOP (0) position.
The compressor is running continuously.
•The doors were opened frequently or were left open too long.
•The doors are not properly closed (the doors may sag, the gaskets may
be dirty or damaged).
•The power supply has been interrupted for a long period of time.
•The appliance may have been overloaded with items above room
temperature.
•There may be inadequate ventilation of the compressor and condenser.
(Assure there is adequate air circulation behind the appliance and wipe
the dust from the condenser.)
Noise
Cooling in refrigeration appliances is enabled by the refrigerating system
with compressor, which produces noise. How noisy the appliance is
depends on where it is placed, how it is used and how old the appliance is.
•During the operation of the compressor, the noise of liquid is heard
and when the compressor is not operating, the refrigerant flow is
heard. This is a normal condition and has no influence whatsoever on
the lifetime of the appliance.
•After starting the appliance, the operation of the compressor and the
refrigerant flow may be louder. This does not mean that something is
wrong. Gradually the noise is reduced.
•Sometimes a louder noise is heard, which is unusual for the appliance.
This noise is often a consequence of improper placement of the unit.
(The unit should be placed and leveled firmly on a solid base and it
should not touch the wall or cabinets standing next to it.)
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WARNING
•Use 2 or more people to move and install the appliance. Failure to do
so can result in back or other injury
•To ensure proper ventilation for your appliance, the front of the unit
must be completely unobstructed. Choose a well-ventilated area with
temperatures below 100°F (32°C). This unit must be installed in an area
protected from the elements, such as wind, rain, water spray, or drips.
•The appliance should not be located next to ovens, radiators, or
sources of high heat.
•Do not kink or pinch the power supply cord of the appliance.
•The fuse (or circuit breaker) size should be 20 amp.
•It is important for the appliance to be leveled in order to work properly.
You may need to make several adjustments to level it.
•Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the
appliance.
•Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents or abrasives on the interior.
These cleaners may damage or discolor the interior.
•Do not use this apparatus for other than its intended purpose.
Table of Contents
Dear Customer: Please follow the user manual to achieve the best
service performance and the longest service of life for your machine.
TOPIC DESCRIPTION PAGE
NUMBER
1 Location of Parts 1
2 Technical Information 2
3 Installation Instructions 2
4 Cable Requirements 3
5 Operating Refrigerator/Freezer 3
6 Defrosting Appliance 4
7 Care and Maintenance 4
8 Energy Saving Tips 5
9 Reversing the Door Swing 5
10 Warning 7
11 Troubleshooting Guide 8
12 Contact Information 8
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Location of Parts
3. Lift the top hinge straight up to free the in from the socket on the top of
the door.
4. Lift the freezer door and place it on a padded surface to prevent scratching
it.
5. Remove the plug buttons from the upper left holes as illustrated and
transfer them to the uncovered holes at the right side. Be sure to press the
plug buttons firmly into the holes.
6. Unscrew the middle hinge. Keep these for later use.
7. Take off the refrigerator door and place it on a padded surface to prevent
scratching.
8. Unscrew the lower hinge.
9. Lay the appliance on its back on the floor. Remove, change and replace the
bottom hinge and plugs to the opposite side.
10. Stand the unit upright and replace the refrigerator door.
11. Insert the bottom of the middle hinge into the top of the refrigerator door.
With the door open, screw the middle hinge into the uncovered holes.
12. Place the bottom of the freezer door into the top of the middle hinge.
13. Replace the top hinge in the uncovered holes on the top left side of the
freezer. Do not tighten.
14. Should the gasket seals not adhere to the casing of the appliance
perfectly, they will have to be heated from a suitable distance (by means of
a hair drier, for example) and lightly stretched to the required height.
Refrigerator/
Freezer
compartment
Freezer / refrigerator
compartment
with shelf
Temperature control
dial (thermostat),
light switch and
interior light
Glass shelf
Front ventilation
slots (kick plate)
Leveling legs
Refrigerator
door with
storage
compartments
Wire shelving
Defrost water outlet
Upper compartment temperature
control dial (thermostat),
light switch and interior light
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1. Upper hinge
2. Middle hinge
3. Lower hinge
4. Kick plate
5. Door hinge plug
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Vacation Time:
During long absences, remove all contents. Unplug the appliance, clean it, and
leave the doors open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation,
mold, or odors.
Moving Your Appliance:
1. Remove the contents.
2. Securely tape down all loose items inside your unit.
3. Turn the leveling legs up to the base to avoid damage.
4. Tape the doors shut.
5. Be sure the appliance stays secure in the upright position during
transportation.
Energy Saving Tips:
•The unit should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from
heat-producing appliances or heating ducts and out of direct sunlight.
•Try not to open the doors too often, especially when the weather is damp
and hot. Once you open a door, close it as soon as possible.
•Occasionally check if the appliance is sufficiently ventilated (adequate air
circulation behind the appliance).
•Set the thermostat from higher to lower settings as soon as (depends on
how loaded the appliance is, ambient temperature, etc.).
•Before loading items into the unit, be sure they have cooled to ambient
temperature.
•A layer of frost and ice increases energy consumption, so defrost the
freezer as soon as the layer is ½" thick.
Reversing the Door Swing:
If you find the direction of opening the doors of the appliance inconvenient,
you can change it. Holes on the opposite side have already been prepared at
the factory.
This appliance can be opened from either the right side or the left. By default,
the door hinges are on the right side. If you prefer them on the left, please
follow these instructions and refer to the illustration on the following page.
NOTE: All parts removed must be saved to do the re-installation of the doors.
1. Remove the hinge on the right top of the cabinet.
2. Remove the four bolts and washers (using a ratchet tool with a phillips
head/tip) that holds the top hinge to the cabinet. Keep these for later use.
Technical Information
Model Number
ST-16RF
Color
White / Gray
Capacity
16 cu. ft.
Electrical Input
12/24 V DC
Rated Current
5 amp
Energy Consumption
0.6 kw @ 24 hrs.
Refrigerant
R134a
Installation
Free-standing
Ship Weight
270 lbs.
Unit Dimensions (w x d x h)
31" x 34.0" x 68"
Flash number Fault Occurring
1 Battery protection cut out
2 Fan over-current cut out
3 Motor start error
4 Minimum motor speed error
5 Thermal cut out of module
Installation Instructions
Before Using Your Appliance:
•Remove the exterior and interior packing.
•Before connecting the unit to a power source, let it stand for approximately 2
hours. This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system
from handling during transportation.
•Remove the shelves and clean them and the interior surfaces of the unit with
lukewarm water using a soft cloth.
Installing the Refrigerator/Freezer:
•Place the unit on a floor that is strong enough to support the appliance when it
is fully loaded. To level the unit, adjust the two leveling legs at the front
•Model ST-16RF is designed to be free-standing only, and should not be
recessed or built in. When installing, allow at least 3 inches of space at the top,
sides, and rear of the unit, which will allow the proper air circulation to cool the
compressor and condenser.
•Locate the unit away from direct sunlight and sources of heat (oven, heater,
radiator, etc.). Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources
may increase electrical consumption.
•Avoid locating the unit in moist areas. Too much moisture in the air will cause
frost to form quickly on the evaporator, requiring more frequent defrosting of
the unit.
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Cable Requirements
To ensure the correct start and operating conditions for the unit, the following
cable dimensions must be observed:
Wire Sizing Chart
(Gauge)
Max . length between battery and
compressor module (ft.)
12V/DC
24V/DC
# 8
15 ft
30 ft
# 6
25 ft
50 ft
# 4
35 ft
70 ft
Operating Your Refrigerator/Freezer
Temperature Control
•The temperature in each compartment is controlled with a
thermostat knob located towards the upper right-hand corner.
Turn the knob clockwise from the STOP (0) position toward the
higher numbers for colder temperatures. Higher settings on the knob
(higher numbers) mean lower temperatures (colder) in the refrigerator.
•On the coldest settings, temperatures will go to approx -5°F. Use higher
thermostat settings when using unit as a refrigerator.
•Changes in the ambient temperature affect temperature in the refrigerator
compartment so choose an appropriate setting of the thermostat knob,
depending on ambient conditions.
•The temperature in the upper compartment is also controlled by its own
thermostat.
•When the temperature dial is in the STOP (0) position, the appliance does not
operate (the cooling system is switched off), yet the power supply is not
interrupted (the light goes on when you open the refrigerator door).
•The internal temperatures also depend on how often you open the doors.
•In all small refrigerators and freezers without interior fans, temperatures are
coldest near the bottom, and occasionally near the rear. Place contents
accordingly. It is best not to operate these units mostly empty. If temperatures are
erratic, try putting some water bottles or freezer packs inside to create a load for
the compressor.
NOTES:
1. For best storage, do not over-pack. Be sure the doors close fully.
2. The interior light comes on automatically when the refrigerator door is opened.
3. If the unit is unplugged, has lost power, or is turned off, you must wait 3 to 5
minutes before restarting. If you attempt to restart the unit before this time delay,
it will not start.
Defrosting Your Appliance:
This appliance is a manual defrost unit. In each compartment, when frost
builds to ½ inch, defrost carefully according to this procedure:
1. Remove contents from the entire unit, taking care that frozen items do not
begin to thaw. Set the thermostat to STOP (0).
2. Unplug the appliance. Defrosting is accelerated if the freezer door is left
open.
3. Use a sponge or toweling to remove water and melting ice from the
freezer floor. After the frost or ice has melted, dry the interior of the freezer
compartment thoroughly.
4. Restart the appliance by plugging it in and turning the thermostat to the
desired position. Once it is cold, return contents to the freezer and
refrigerator sections.
CAUTION: Do not use boiling water or an electric device such as a hair dryer to
help up the defrosting process because this could damage the plastic parts of
the unit. In addition, never use a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as it
may damage the cooling coils and will void the warranty. We recommend
using a plastic scraper.
Care and Maintenance
Cleaning Your Appliance
1. Unplug the appliance, turn the thermostat to STOP (0) and remove all
contents, including shelves.
2. Wash the inside surfaces with a solution of lukewarm water and vinegar.
Wipe dry with a clean, soft cloth.
3. Wash the shelves with a mild detergent solution, then rinse and dry
thoroughly.
4. Wash the outside cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent.
Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.
5. Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth before cleaning the area of
the temperature control or any electrical parts.
6. After you have cleaned the appliance, reconnect it to the power supply,
reset the thermostat and return all contents to their place.
CAUTION: Failure to unplug the unit could result in electrical shock or personal
injury.
Power Failure:
Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect the
temperature of your appliance if you minimize the number of times the door is
opened. If the power is going to be off for a longer period of time, take the
proper steps to protect your frozen and chilled items.
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