Stainless Steel Counter

Refrigerators
Instruction manual

Model
G596-A/G597-A/G598-A/G599-A/G600-A/G622-A/U636-A
Safety Tips Installation
• Position on a flat, stable surface. Note: If the unit has not been stored or moved in an upright
• A service agent/qualified technician should carry out installation and any position, let it stand upright for approximately 12 hours
repairs if required. Do not remove any components or service panels on before operation. If in doubt allow to stand.
this product.
• Consult Local and National Standards to comply with the following: 1. Remove the appliance from the packaging. Make sure that all protective
plastic film and coatings are thoroughly removed from all surfaces.
• Health and Safety at Work Legislation
• BS EN Codes of Practice 2. Maintain a distance of 20cm (7 inches) between the unit and walls or
other objects for ventilation. Increase this distance if the obstacle is a
• Fire Precautions
heat source.
• IEE Wiring Regulations
• Building Regulations Note: Before using the appliance for the first time, clean the
shelves and interior with soapy water.
• DO NOT use jet/pressure washers to clean the appliance.
• DO NOT use the appliance outside. 3. Set the brakes on the castors to keep the appliance in position
• DO NOT use this appliance to store medical supplies. OR
Level the appliance by adjusting the screw feet.
• DO NOT use electrical appliances inside the appliance
(e.g. heaters, ice-cream makers etc.).
• DO NOT stand or support yourself on the base, drawers or doors. Fitting the Shelves & Floor Guards
• DO NOT allow oil or fat to come into contact with the plastic 1. Place one set of shelf guides on either side of the cabinet at the desired
components or door seal. Clean immediately if contact occurs. height.
• Bottles that contain a high percentage of alcohol must be sealed and 2. Slide the shelf into place.
placed vertically in the refrigerator.
• Always carry, store and handle the appliance in a vertical position and 3. Repeat for the remaining shelves.
move by holding the base of the appliance. 4. Place the floor guards on the floor of the cabinet, ensuring the flat side
• Always switch off and disconnect the power supply to the unit before is clear of the floor.
cleaning.
• Keep all packaging away from children. Dispose of the packaging in Note: This is vital for ensuring correct drainage of condensation.
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. Operation
Product Description Storing Food
G596-A - POLAR 282 litre 2 Door Counter Refrigerator To get the best results from your POLAR appliance, follow these instructions:

G597-A - POLAR 417 litre 3 Door Counter Refrigerator • Only store foodstuffs in the appliance when it has reached the correct
operating temperature.
G598-A - POLAR 563 litre 4 Door Counter Refrigerator
• Do not place uncovered hot food or liquid inside the appliance.
G599-A - POLAR 282 litre 2 Door Counter Freezer
• Wrap or cover food where possible.
G600-A - POLAR 417 litre 3 Door Counter Freezer
• Do not obstruct the fans inside the appliance.
G622-A - POLAR 368 litre 3 Door Counter Refrigerator
• Avoid opening the doors for prolonged periods of time.
U636-A - POLAR 240 litre 2 Door Counter Refrigerator
Turn On
Introduction 1. Close the doors/drawers of the appliance.

Please take a few moments to carefully read through this manual. Correct 2. Ensure the power switch is set to [O] and turn on at the socket.
maintenance and operation of this machine will provide the best possible 3. Switch on the Power [I]. The current temperature within the appliance
performance from your POLAR product. is displayed.

Pack Contents Control Panel

The following is included:

• POLAR Refrigerator / Freezer • Instruction manual
• Shelf guides (2 per door) • Floor guards G622-A x 4,
U636-A x 3 only)
• Shelves (1 per door)
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.
To See the Setpoint
Push and immediately relese the SET key: the display will show the Setpoint
value

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Changing the Setpoint

1) Push the SET key for more than 2 seconds to change the Setpoint value
2) The value of the set point will be displayed and the COMPRESSOR LED starts blinking
3) To change the Set value push the UP and DOWN buttons within 10 seconds
4) To store the new Setpoint push the SET key or wait 10 seconds

Manual Defrost
The appliance will automatically run a defrost cycle every six hours.
Note: The cycle starts from the time the appliance is initially powered up.

To manually defrost the appliance:

1. Press and hold the DEFROST button for more then 2 seconds.
2. The defrost cycle will start immediately and the Defrost LED illuminates. .
Note: Starting a manual defrost also resets the automatic defrost timer.

3. The next automatic defrost will start six hours after the manual defrost has finished.

Cleaning, Care & Maintenance

• Defrost appliance at least every 3 months, more often if required.
• 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 water only.
• 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.

Stainless Steel Care.

To maintain the stainless steel exterior of your Polar item, please consider the following information:

Never:
• Use abrasive Scourers or scrubbing pads etc
• Use Chlorinated or acidic detergents
• Allow anything e.g. food, dirt, cleaning chemicals to remain on the surface for longer than necessary, clean them off right away.
• Allow the surface to remain wet.

Do:
• Clean often.
• Use soft Cloths or plastic Scourers.
• Rub with the grain of the metal, rather than across it.
• Use detergents and polish designed for cleaning Stainless Steel.
• Ensure that the cleaning products are washed off fully and that the steel is left dry.

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Routine Maintenance
Condenser Cleaning
The condenser is part of the refrigeration system. The condenser requires monthly cleaning.
Always disconnect power supply before carrying out Routine Maintenance.
Failure to clean the condenser will reduce the performance and life of your Polar unit and may
invalidate your warranty
The condenser is located behind the service door on the right-hand side of the refrigeration
cabinet. 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 retailer.

Fault Probable Cause Action

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
Fuse in the plug has blown Replace the fuse
Power supply Check power supply
Internal wiring fault Call POLAR agent or qualified Technician
The appliance turns on, but Too much ice on the evaporator Defrost the appliance
the temperature is too high/ Condenser blocked with dust Clean condenser with the hose attachement of a vacuum
low
Doors are not shut properly Check doors are shut and seals are not damaged
Appliance is located near a heat source or air Move the refrigerator to a more suitable location
flow to the condenser is being interrupted
Ambient temperature is too high Increase ventilation or move appliance to a cooler position
Unsuitable foodstuffs are being stored in the Remove any excessive hot foodstuffs or blockages to the fan
appliance
Appliance is overloaded Reduce the amount of food stored in the appliance
The appliance is leaking The appliance is not properly levelled Adjust the screw feet to level the appliance (if applicable)
water
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 full Empty the drip tray (if applicable)
The appliance is unusually Loose nut/screw Check and tighten all nuts and screws
loud
The appliance has not been installed in a Check installation position and change if necessary
level or stable position

Technical Specifications
Temperature Capacity Dimensions Weight
Model Voltage Power Current Refrigerant
Range (litres) H x W x D (mm) (Kg)

G596-A 220-240V 50Hz 350W 1.95A -2°C to 10°C 282 R134a 230g 850 x 1360 x 700 98
G597-A 220-240V 50Hz 350W 1.95A -2°C to 10°C 417 R134a 230g 850 x 1790 x 700 134
G598-A 220-240V 50Hz 350W 1.95A -2°C to 10°C 563 R134a 250g 850 x 2230 x 700 153
G599-A 220-240V 50Hz 750W 3.5A -10°C to -20°C 282 R404a 300g 850 x 1360 x 700 98
G600-A 220-240V 50Hz 750W 3.55A -10°C to 20°C 417 R404a 300g 850 x 1790 x 700 136
U636-A 220-240V 50Hz 230W 1.5A -2°C to 10°C 240 R134a 165g 880 x 900 x 700 72
G622-A 220-240V 50Hz 230W 1.6A 2°C to 10°C 368 R134a 260g 850 x 1365 x 700 110

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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
All POLAR appliances must be earthed, using a dedicated earthing circuit.
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.

Disposal
Consult your local waste collection authority regarding disposal of your appliance. Local authorities are not obliged to dispose of
commercial refrigeration equipment but may be able to offer advice on how to dispose of the equipment locally.

Compliance
The WEEE logo on this product or its documentation indicates that 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

Equipment Type Refrigerator / Freezer

Model G596-A G597-A G598-A G599-A G600-A G622-A U636-A

Legislation C-Tick
AS/NZ 3820 Essential Safety Requirements for Low Voltage Electrical Equipment

Standards EN 55014-1:2006, EN 55014-2:1997+A1

EN 61000-3-2:2006,
EN 61000-3-3:1995+A1+A2,
EN 61000-3-11:2000,
EN 55015:2006, EN 61547:1995+A1
AS/NZS 60335.2.89:2002+A1:2003+A2:2005+A3:2007 with: AS/NZS
60335.1:2002+A1:2004+A2:2007+A3:2007

Producer Name POLAR

Producer Address 15 Badgally Road,

Campbelltown,
NSW 2560

I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Legislation and Standard(s).

Date 24/03/11

Signature

Full Name Richard Cromwell

Position Marketing Director

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