CoolFreeze MC-045 Installing and connecting the device
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6 Installing and connecting the device
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Caution
The device can be tilted sideways permanently up to 30°. When
installing the cooler, make sure that the device is fastened to take
this into account. If you have any questions regarding installation,
consult your specialist dealer.
6.1 Installing the device
The appliance is designed for ambient temperatures between –10 °C and
+55 °C. In continuous operation, the air humidity may not exceed 90 %.
➤ Please observe the following instructions for the installation location:
– Avoid setting up the device next to sources of heat, e. g. heaters.
– Install the device in a dry, sheltered place.
– The device must be installed so that heated air can dissipate easily.
Therefore make sure there is adequate ventilation.
➤ Secure the device with two screws (fig. 3 1, page 3).
6.2 Connecting the device to a battery
The device is operated using 12 V DC voltage:
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Caution
To avoid voltage drops and loss of performance, keep the cable as
short as possible and avoid joins.
For this reason avoid additional switches, plugs or multi-way adapt-
ers.
Disconnect the refrigerator and other electric loads from the battery
before connecting the battery to a quick charging device.
Overvoltage can damage the electronics of the device.
➤ Before starting up the device for the first time, check whether the operat-
ing voltage and the battery voltage match (see type plate).
➤ Determine the required cross section of the cable in relation to the cable
length according to fig. 4, page 4.
Key for fig. 4, page 4
Co-ordinate axis Meaning Unit
l
Cable length m
∅
Cable cross section mm²
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