Unique Classic UGP-385L CR User manual

385L / 14 cu. ft.
SOLAR POWERED
DC FRIDGE
OWNER’S GUIDE
serial number:
JAN 2021
UGP-385L CR

Congratulations! You have purchased one of the most ecient
refrigeration products available on the market today. The Unique
UGP-385L CR solar powered DC fridge is designed to provide
years of ecient trouble-free operation. The design is optimized
for energy savings with an ecient DC compressor and ecient
insulation.
Before using the appliance, read through this manual carefully
including all the information on safety, installation, operation, and
cleaning. These guidelines do not cover every possible condition or
situation that may occur. Be safe using common sense and caution
when installing, operating and cleaning this appliance. If you are
unsure about any of these instructions or warnings, contact your
local product dealer or Unique Appliances for assistance.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
03 Important safety notes
06 Product features
07 Installation
08 DC power connection
11 Operation
15 Energy saving tips
16 Parts diagram and list
18 Troubleshooting
20 Appliance information
20 Notes
22 Limited warranty
23 Contact us

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IMPORTANT: After transit where the fridge has been on
its side or back, ensure that the fridge is in a level, upright
position for 12 hours to allow compressor fluids to redis-
tribute evenly before use.
• To allow the interior to cool down properly, run the fridge for at least
4 hours empty before adding food.
• This fridge is designed to operate on 12 or 24 volts DC ONLY.
DO NOT CONNECT THIS FRIDGE TO AN AC (alternating
current) POWER SOURCE UNLESS IT IS THE SUPPLIED
UNIQUE AC/DC PLUG.
• This fridge is designed for domestic use only! It is intended for the
storage of edible/consumable food and drinks. It is not intended for
commercial or industrial use.
• Never use excessive force on the handle to open the door.
• If the room/ambient temperature approaches the fridge’s operating
temperature, the fridge may not function correctly. If the room/
ambient temperature exceeds 100˚F (38˚C) the fridge may not
function correctly.
• A DC powered fridge has a lower cooling capacity than typical AC-
powered appliances. Because the compressor is small, the fridge/
freezer runs more eciently but lacks the ability to cool larger warm
loads as quickly as typical AC-powered appliances.
These warnings are provided in the interest of your safety. Please
ensure that you understand them all before installing or using this
fridge. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about
any of these meanings or warnings, contact your local product dealer
or Unique Appliances for assistance.
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION:
At delivery, please check that the fridge is complete and has not been
damaged during transport. It is not advised to connect an appliance
that has been damaged, especially damage to the electrical supply
cable or refrigerant circuit. In the event of damage please contact your
local product dealer or Unique Appliances for assistance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES

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GENERAL SAFETY
• Before cleaning or repositioning the fridge/freezer, always disconnect
from the electrical power supply.
• Service the fridge/freezer only if you are a trained or authorized
refrigeration technician.
• This appliance contains refrigerant R290 and a polymer compressor
oil in its refrigerant circuit. Take utmost care when handling your
fridge so as to not cause damage to the refrigerant circuit with
consequent possible leakage.
• Do not use other electrical appliances (such as ice cream makers)
inside of the refrigerating appliance.
CHILD SAFETY
• Do not allow children to play in, on or around the fridge. It is not a
toy. THERE IS A DANGER OF SUFFOCATION IF A CHILD BECOMES
TRAPPED INSIDE.
• When the appliance is not in use, secure or remove the doors to
prevent children from playing inside the cabinets.
• DANGER OF SUFFOCATION - Keep children away from all packaging
material.
INSTALLATION
• This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.
• This appliance operates on 12 or 24 Volts DC (Direct Current) only!
• Under no circumstances should this appliance be directly connected
to an AC (Alternating Current) power source.
• Be sure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply
cable. Also, be sure the electrical cable is not squeezed or bent when
the appliance is being installed or moved.
• Installation work and adjustments on the appliance must be carried
out by qualified personnel only. Work performed by persons
with inadequate technical knowledge may adversely eect the
performance of the appliance, causing damage to the equipment, and
void the warranty.
• It is dangerous to make alterations or attempt to modify this product
in any way. Product alterations will void the warranty.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES continued

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES continued
DURING USE
• This appliance is designed for domestic use only, specifically for
the storage of food and drinks. This appliance is not designed for
commercial or industrial use.
• Do not store any containers with flammable vapors or liquids in or
around the appliance, such as organic solvents, spray cans, gas cans,
etc. Danger of explosion!
CLEANING
• Before cleaning always turn the fridge/freezer o and disconnect it
from the electrical power supply.
• Allow inside of fridge/freezer to fully thaw, then wash the inside and
outside of the appliance with lukewarm water and a mild soap or
detergent. Abrasive or corrosive cleaning agents, steel wool, scouring
sponges, or chemical cleaning agents should not be used under any
circumstances.
SERVICING
• This product should be serviced by an authorized technician and only
genuine spare parts should be used.
• Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance
yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause
injury or serious malfunctioning of the appliance. Unauthorized work
may void the warranty.
DISPOSING OF THE APPLIANCE
• When disposing of your fridge, use an authorized disposal site.
The refrigerant must be completely drained and collected by an
authorized technician for recycling prior to disposal. Check with your
local Environmental Agency for recommendations on recycling this
appliance in your area. Remove the electrical connection wiring and
also ensure that the lid is removed to prevent children from being
trapped inside - DANGER OF SUFFOCATION!

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PRODUCT FEATURES
1. Shelf
2. Freezer shelf
3. Light bulb with cover
4. Thermostat 0 - 6
5. Door
6. Upper hinge
7. Middle hinge
8. Lower hinge
9. Wire mesh basket
10. Detachable door rack
11. Adjustable feet
12. Egg trays
13. Ice tray
PARTS LIST
9
1
1
1
8
11
2
34
6
7
11
5
10
10
10
10
10
10
12 13
AC/DC Plug 110V
(optional for on-grid use)
available for purchase from
www.uniqueappliances.com

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INSTALLATION
UNPACKING AND CLEANING
Remove all packaging and securing tapes from the appliance. To
avoid injury and causing damage to the appliance, be extremely
cautious when using sharp or pointed tools to complete this task.
Keep children away from the packaging material - DANGER OF
SUFFOCATION!. Wash the inside and outside of the appliance with
lukewarm water and a mild soap or detergent. Abrasive or corrosive
cleaning agents, steel wool, scouring sponges, or chemical cleaning
agents should not be used under any circumstances. A sponge, soft
brush or towel is recommended. After cleaning, thoroughly rinse and
dry. You may want to leave the doors open allowing the compartments
to ventilate for 20-30 minutes to get rid of residual odors. Check with
your local Environmental Agency for recommendations on recycling
packaging materials in your area.
POSITIONING THE APPLIANCE
The area in which the fridge is to be installed must be relatively cool,
dry, and suitably ventilated. The area must be protected against any
inclement weather (rain, snow) and excessive surface dust. To ensure
proper function, the appliance must be placed horizontally on a flat,
firm, and stable surface resting level on all four supports. The floor must
be strong enough to support a fully loaded cabinet. Use wood or metal
shims to level the fridge if necessary.
Do not place the fridge close to heat sources (heater, stove, boiler,
chimney, etc.), and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. This
appliance uses the exterior walls to transfer heat from the inside of the
cabinet. Ensure that there is adequate space between the fridge and
neighboring walls or large objects. A minimum spacing of 3” (7.5 cm)
is highly recommended. This will provide sucient airflow around the
appliance resulting in more ecient operation and longer appliance
lifetime. Always keep the air vent openings of the compressor housing
cover free from dust and obstructions.

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DOOR REMOVAL AND REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: The direction in which your refrigerator doors open (door swing)
can be reversed, from left to right or right to left, by moving the door
hinges from one side to the other. Reversing the door swing, should be
performed, by a qualified person.
1. Remove top hinge cover
2. Remove top hinge with Phillips screwdriver and lift freezer door o
of center hinge and set door aside.
3. Unscrew center hinge with Phillips screwdriver
4. Lift refrigerator door o of bottom hinge and set aside.
5. Remove bottom hinge with Phillips screwdriver.
6. Now remove all plugs and caps from opposite side and place them
in the holes you just remove the screws from.
7. Using a Phillips screwdriver fasten the bottom hinge in place using
the screws you previously removed.
8. Place fridge door on bottom hinge, then place middle hinge in top
hole of fridge door and using the Phillips screwdriver, fasten the
middle hinge in place using the screws you previously removed.
9. Now place the freezer door on top of the middle hinge, then
place top hinge in top hole of freezer door and using the Phillips
screwdriver, fasten the top hinge in place using the screws you
previously removed.
10. Tighten all screws while making adjustments where necessary
to ensure they are aligned correctly and closing well against the
cabinet, this will reduce any excessive frost build up
NOTE: Once the doors are reversed and if the gasket does not meet
the cabinet on the hinged side, using a hair dryer or heat gun heat
the gasket while on the appliance. The gasket will expand to meet
the cabinet. Allow 30 minutes to cool before opening
IMPORTANT: After transit where the fridge has been
on its side or back, ensure that the fridge is in a level,
upright position for 12 hours to allow compressor fluids to
redistribute evenly before use.
INSTALLATION continued

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IN-LINE FUSE
A 15A in-line fuse is provided with this fridge in order to protect the
wiring. For 12V operation, use a 15A fuse. A standard automobile
fuse is recommended and the fuse should be wired to the positive
(“+”) side of the system close to the positive battery terminal.
A 15A fuse is provided with this fridge/freezer. Remove screws from
back plate to access the 15A in-line fuse.
OPERATING VOLTAGE FUSE
12V 15A
DC POWER CONNECTION continued
ATTENTION
If a longer connection cable is necessary, the cable cross section (or
gauge) must be equal to or greater than the cable sizes recommended
on the following table. Be careful that the input voltage at the appliance
does not drop below the cut-out voltage of the compressor.
LOW VOLTAGE DISCONNECT
The compressor electronics includes a low voltage disconnect
feature. If the input voltage to the appliance falls below 10.4V (in 12V
mode) or 22.8V (in 24V mode), the compressor will shut-o. Once
the voltage increases above 11.7V (in 12V mode) or 24.2V (in 24V
mode), the compressor will resume normal operation.
This feature is designed to protect the system battery from
experiencing too low a depth of discharge.
CABLE SIZE 12V CABLE
LENGTH
24V CABLE
LENGTH
AREA AWG
mm2/inch Gauge m ft m ft
2.5 / 3/32”12 2.5 8 5 16
4 / 5/32”12 4 13 8 26
6 / 15/64”10 6 19.5 12 39
10 / 25/64”8 10 32.8 20 65.6
12V OPERATION 24V OPERATION
SHUT-OFF 10.4V 22.8V
RESTART 11.7V 24.2V

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+ to + and - to -
positive to positive / negative to negative
(red wire) / (black wire)
125
75
F
+
-
White/ Blanc
Black
Noir
S2
L1
S1
L2
Main PCBA
cooling unit
PCBA principal unité
de refroidissement
XP2
-
+
F
D/I
C
P
T
5V NCT
T
+
CBlue
Bleu
White
Blanc
Blue
P1
C1
XP1
-
+
Red
Rouge
Bleu
Black
Noir
Black
Noir
Black
Noir
Red
Rouge
Red
Rouge
Black
Noir
Red
Rouge
White/ Blanc
Black
Noir
Black
Noir
Black
Noir
White
Blanc White
Blanc
XP1. Socket
XP2. DC cable
S1. Rocker switch
F. Fuse (15A)
L1. Interior light
S2. Interior light switch
L2. LED (Operational errors)
C1. Thermostat circuit board
P1. Temperature probe
XP1. Prise
XP2. Câble C.C.
S1. Interrupteur à bascule
F. Fusible (15A)
L1. Lumière intérieure
S2. Interrupteur d'éclairage intérieur
L2. DEL (Erreurs opérationnelles)
C1. Circuit imprimé du thermostat
P1. Température de la sonde
UGP-385L Wiring Diagram / Schéma de Câblage
DC POWER CONNECTION continued
XP1. Socket
XP2. DC cable
S1. Rocker switch
F. Fuse (15A)
L1. Interior light
S2. Interior light switch
L2. LED (Operational errors)
C1. Thermostat circuit board
P1. Temperature probe
WIRING DIAGRAM
THIS FRIDGE MUST NEVER BE CONNECTED DIRECTLY
TO ANY AC (alternating current) POWER SOURCE!
THE FRIDGE MUST ONLY BE CONNECTED TO A 12 OR 24V DC
POWER SOURCE, SUCH AS A SOLAR BATTERY SYSTEM OR CHARGE
CONTROLLER.
THE FRIDGE WILL AUTOMATICALLY OPERATE ON EITHER 12 OR
24V DC. THE USER DOES NOT NEED TO MAKE ANY ADJUSTMENT.
ATTENTION: Polarity is important in wiring this DC appliance. Be sure
that the positive terminal of the battery or charge controller coincides
with the positive wire to the compressor, and the negative terminal of
the battery or charge controller coincides with the negative wire to
the compressor. The leads should be connected using cable shoes and
screwed connections. Joined leads should be avoided.
NOTE: The switch must be “flipped”
to the correct power source, otherwise
the refrigerator will not work.

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OPERATION
Your Unique fridge, like any battery-powered refrigerating appliance,
requires different care than appliances plugged into an electric
utility. Prudent operation is the key to extended service.
STARTING THE FRIDGE
After the fridge has been properly connected to the 12 or 24V DC
power source, the compressor will automatically turn on and the
cabinet will begin cooling. Allow the cabinet to cool for at least 4 hours
prior to adding foodstu.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
The temperature within the fridge and freezer compartments is
controlled by the thermostat situated on the
inside centre ceiling of the fridge area. When
you first start the fridge we suggest that you
turn the thermostat to a maximum setting (6)
until desired refrigeration temperatures are
achieved. The correct internal temperature
setting can be found by measuring the
temperature of the central or middle portion
in the appliance.
NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE
THERMOSTAT SETTING FRIDGE TEMP. FREEZER TEMP.
Setting = 4 2˚C to 4˚C
35˚F to 39˚F
-10˚C to -15˚C
14˚F to 5˚F
Setting = 6 -3˚C / 26.6˚F -15˚C / 5˚F
The fridge will run a few degrees colder at high elevations.
ADJUSTMENTS
As the ambient temperature changes with the season, it may be
necessary to adjust the thermostat to achieve the proper internal
temperature. If the room/ambient temperature approaches the
appliance’s internal operating temperature, the appliance will not
function as it should. The appliance will tend to run colder during these
conditions and it may be necessary to turn the thermostat to a warmer
setting (lower number). If the room/ambient temperature exceeds
100˚F (38˚C), the appliance will not function as it should. The appliance
will tend to run warmer and it may be necessary to turn the thermostat
to a colder setting (towards the maximum setting).

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OPERATION continued
OPENING AND CLOSING THE LID
The doors are fitted with uniform sealing strips to prevent warm air and
moisture from entering the fridge and freezer compartments.
Be sure that the doors and door seals are free from obstructions and
form a complete seal around the rim of the fridge/freezer cabinets.
Over-stung and/or unlevel installation of the appliance will prevent a
good seal.
It might be hard to open the door immediately after the door is closed.
This is due to air contraction in the fridge/freezer cabinets. This
pressure dierence will equalize in a few seconds, making the doors
easy to open once again.
LOADING THE FRIDGE AND FREEZER
A battery-powered refrigeration appliance has a cooling capacity lower
than typical AC appliances. Because the compressor is smaller, the
appliance runs more eciently but cools warm or room temperature
food at a slower rate than an AC appliance.
Avoid packing food too tightly around the cooling plates located on
the back wall of the fridge/freezer. Allow air flow around these plates to
ensure proper operation.
When adding unfrozen food to the freezer for the first time, fill the
freezer only 1/3 full and wait until that food is suciently frozen before
adding more. It will also help to cool food more quickly if the food is
packaged in smaller containers rather than large ones. Food packages
more than 2” thick will cool slowly. Avoid placing warm food in contact
with cold food.
NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS
• You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds when the refrigerant
is being pumped through the refrigerant coils.
• When the compressor is on, the refrigerant is being pumped through
the appliance and you will hear a whirring or pulsing sound from the
compressor.
• A thermostat controls the compressor and you may hear a ‘click’
when the thermostat cuts in and out.

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OPERATION continued
DEFROSTING
Before cleaning or repositioning the fridge, you must DISCONNECT the
appliance from the electrical power supply.
DEFROSTING THE UNIT
The fridge compartment will become progressively covered with frost.
This should be removed periodically with a plastic scraper. However,
when the ice becomes very thick on the interior walls, complete
defrosting should be carried out. Perform this operation when the
appliance is empty and disconnected from the power supply.
NEVER USE SHARP METAL TOOLS TO SCRAPE OR CHIP OFF FROST
FROM THE INTERIOR COMPARTMENT AS THIS COULD DAMAGE
THE APPLIANCE BEYOND REPAIR. DO NOT USE HEAT SOURCES
SUCH AS ELECTRIC OR GAS HEATERS TO COMPLETE THE DEFROST
PROCESS.
To perform a complete defrosting:
1. Disconnect the appliance from the electrical supply.
2. Remove any stored food and store in coolers, or wrap in several
layers of newspaper and store in a cool place.
3. Leave the doors open.
4. Remove the plug from the defrost water drain located in the bottom
interior of the cabinet.
5. To accelerate the defrosting process, place a bowl of hot (not
boiling) water inside the fridge and/or freezer compartments and
close the door.
6. When defrosting is complete, wash and dry the interior thoroughly.
7. Reconnect the appliance to the electrical supply and leave running
(while empty) for at least 2 hours allowing the interior to cool
suciently.
8. Reload the fridge and freezer with the previously removed food.
ATTENTION: Partial thawing of frozen food during defrosting may
shorten its safe storage life-span.

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OPERATIONAL ERRORS
Error code/
LED flashes
Error type.
Can be read out in the TOOL4COOL® software.
6Thermostat failure
If the NTC thermistor is short-circuit or has no connection.
5
Thermal cut-out of electronic unit
If the refrigeration system has been too heavily loaded, or if the
ambient temperature is high, the electronic unit will run too hot.
4
Minimum motor speed error
If the refrigeration system is too heavily loaded, the motor
cannot maintain minimum speed at approximately 1,850 rpm.
3
Motor start error
The rotor is blocked or the dierential pressure in the
refrigeration system is too high (>5 bar).
2Fan over-current cut-out
The fan loads the electronic unit with more than 0.5A average
1Battery protection cut-out
The voltage is outside the cut-out setting.
LED Light
OPERATION continued
Remove screws from back plate to access the 15A in-line fuse,
water catch basin, and compressor compartment
NOTE: The switch must be set to the
correct power source, otherwise the
refrigerator will not work.
AC/DC Plug 110V
(optional for on-grid use)
available for purchase from
www.uniqueappliances.com

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WATER CATCH BASIN
There is a water catch basin located at the back of the fridge for excess
water or as a result of defrosting. The hot condenser coil runs into the
water catch basin and evaporates the water slowly:
NOTE: Take notice when doing a complete defrost as the water catch
basin could overfill with large volumes of water going in the water catch
basin all at once.
OPERATION continued
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
• Do not install the fridge close to sources of heat, such as a stove,
boiler, heater, chimney, etc, and avoid exposure of the appliance to
direct sunlight.
• Locate the appliance in a cool well-ventilated room and make
sure that the air vents of the compressor housing cover are not
obstructed. Also allow adequate spacing around the cabinet for air
circulation (3” or 7.5 cm)
• Avoid unnecessary frosting in the cabinet by packing all food and
liquids in airtight packages or containers.
• Always keep food stored in tightly sealed packaging or containers,
and allow some space for air to circulate around each item.
• Avoid keeping the door open for extended periods of time or
opening the door too frequently as warm air will enter the cabinet
and cause the compressor to run unnecessarily often.
• Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the doors from closing
properly and forming a tight seal.
• To ensure a safe food storage temperature, maintain an operating
temperature inside the fridge cabinet of 2˚C/36˚F to 4˚C/39˚F. Fridge
temperatures warmer than 4˚C/39˚F can promote unsafe bacterial
growth in food.
15A Fuse

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PARTS DIAGRAM AND LIST
2
1
3
4
6
6
7
8
1
0
1
1
1
2
1
3
1
4
1
5
1
6
1
7
1
8
1
9
2
0
2
1
2
2
2
3
2
4
2
5
2
8
2
9
3
0
3
1
3
2
3
3
4
3
3
3
3
5
3
6
3
7
3
3
8
3
3
9
4
4
0
4
4
1
4
4
2
4
4
3
4
4
4
4
4
9
5
18
4
4
6
4
4
8
9
2
6
2
7
4
4
5
4
4
7

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PARTS DIAGRAM AND LIST
Item # Description Part #
1Cabinet
2Foot UGP-DL00010053
3Left back stop for glass shelf UGP-DL38801013
4Bottom basket UGP-DL37001095
5Divider for basket UGP-DL37001096
6Door bin UGP-DL38801238
7Bottle rack UGP-DL38801067
8Bottle holder UGP-DL18301133
9Bottom hinge UGP-DL27501239
10 Hinge axle UGP-DL02201204
11 Fridge door UGP-DL38801254
12 Middle hinge UGP-DL37001022
13 Freezer door UGP-DL38801253
14 Top hinge UGP-DL22001079
15 Hinge cover UGP-DL22001074
16 Bottom glass shelf UGP-DL37001100
17 Right back stop for glass shelf UGP-DL38801014
18 Middle glass shelf UGP-DL38801241
19 Top small glass shelf UGP-DL38801239
20 LED lamp UGP-DL00017245
21 Lamp holder UGP-DL00013696
22 Light box UGP-DL00009409
23 Thermostat PCB UGP-DL37001099
24 Fixation for thermostat PCB UGP-DL37001090
25 Knob connection UGP-DL37001091
Item # Description Part #
26 Probe fixation box UGP-DL28501079
27 Rocker switch UGP-DL00017159
28 Egg tray UGP-DL10001104
29 Ice tray UGP-DL03001003
30 Ice tray cover UGP-DL03001004
31 Balcony spacer UGP-DL37001054
32 Wire shelf for freezer
compartment
UGP-DL37001029
33 Cap for hinge hole UGP-DL22501399
34 Support block UGP-DL09501108
35 Condenser UGP-DL37001098
36 Filter UGP-DL00004008
37 Connection pipe UGP-DL60002800
38 Water catch basin UGP-DL18801673
39 Compressor basement UGP-DL37001071
40 Compressor UGP-DL00013996
41 Fuse 30A UGP-DL50001203
42 Connection wire UGP-DL28501275
43 Quick-connect terminal UGP-DL00017202
44 Bracket for cable UGP-DL04006533
45 DC cable UGP-DL28501274
46 Socket for AC converter UGP-DL00017300
47 Switcher UGP-DL00017066
48 Error code UGP-DL28501071
49 Back cover UGP-DL37001072

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before contacting a service technician, your local product dealer or
Unique Appliances, please check the following points.
If you contact a technician to repair a fault listed below, or to repair a
fault caused by misuse, abuse, or faulty installation, a charge will be
made even if the appliance is under warranty.
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Appliance is
connected to
power, but does
not operate
• Check if 12V or 24V DC is present at the appliance.
If not, check all connections and the system
battery voltage.
• Check that the polarity is correct: positive (+)
is connected to positive (+), and negative (-) is
connected to negative (-).
• Check the fuse. If blown, replace with a new one
(see page 9 for details).
• The primary problem with a non-functioning
appliance is due to a voltage drop to the
compressor, which causes the unit to fail to start
due to “low voltage”. Typically a connection is
not as tight as it should be, or the wire size to the
compressor is too small. The low voltage problem
occurs instantly at start-up and can be dicult to
detect with a volt meter because it happens so
quickly (<100ms)
Appliance is
operating, but
the interior
(cabinet) is not
cold
• Allow the appliance at least 4 hours to cool down
once turned on.
• Check that the thermostat control knob is turned
to the correct setting relevant to the room/
ambient temperatures.
• Check that the room/ambient temperature is not
approaching the internal operating temperature
and does not exceed to 100˚F (38˚C).
• Has too much warm food been added to the
fridge/freezer recently? If so, it will take some
time for the appliance to return to temperature.
• Does the cabinet have adequate ventilation
around the side walls, allowing it to transfer heat
properly? (See Installation section)

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TROUBLESHOOTING continued
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
The following items are the responsibility of the customer and are not
covered by the warranty:
• Proper care and use of the appliance as described in this manual.
• Damage to the interior or exterior finish or components after delivery.
• Proper power supply, fuse, wiring, and connections.
• Service required as a result of alteration, misuse, abuse, flooding, fire,
lightning, or other acts of God.
• Replacement of light bulbs.
The door will
not open
• Has the door just been opened? If so, leave the
appliance closed for a few minutes to allow the air
pressure to equalize and try again.
Excessive frost
and ice has
built up
• Is the weather hot and humid? If so, this will
increase the rate of frost build-up in the cabinet.
• Ensure that stored food is properly packaged.
• Check that the door is closed and has a good
seal, and that nothing is preventing the door from
closing properly.
• Large quantities of food have recently been
placed in the fridge/freezer, and/or the door is
frequently opened.
• Ensure that proper care and maintenance of
the appliance has been performed (cleaning,
defrosting, etc...)
Noise • Refer to “Normal Operating Sounds” (page 12)
Light does not
work
• Remove cover and check light bulb - replace if
necessary.
• Ensure you use a LED light bulb

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NOTES
APPLIANCE INFORMATION
(manual copy - keep with your records)
To make care and servicing of your solar powered DC fridge easy
and ecient, please record the following information for future
reference:
Model:
Serial Number:
Purchased From:
Date Purchased: