Unique UGP 15, Installation And Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...2245 Wyecroft Road 5 Oakville Ontario Canada L6L 5L7 Ph 905 827 6157 Toll Free 1 877 427 2266 Fax 905 827 2027 www UniqueOffGrid com UGP 15 May 2013 ...

Page 2: ...vice or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY IF YOU SMELL GAS Open windows Do not touch electrical switches Extinguish any open flame Immediately turn off gas supply and call your gas supplier FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store ...

Page 3: ... and the refrigerator will be shut off WARNING Actuation of this device indicates the presence of unsafe levels of carbon monoxide CO which can KILL YOU If alarm signal sounds a Immediately move to fresh air outdoors or by an open door or window Check that all persons are accounted for Do not re enter the premises or move away from the open door window until the emergency services responders have ...

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Page 5: ...llation 2 General Operating Instructions 3 How To Use The Refrigerator 3 Maintenance Service 4 Troubleshooting Suggested Spares 5 Carbon Monoxide Instructions CM Model 6 Door Reversal and Removal Instructions 7 Temperature Controls Food Storage and Cleaning 8 Parts Warranty 9 ...

Page 6: ...ducts We hope you will consider us for future purchases PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual provides specific operation instructions for your model Use your refrigerator only as instructed in this manual These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining...

Page 7: ...ther flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this unit or any other appliance Warning Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier This product can produce Carbon Monoxide Carbon Monoxide has no odour and ca...

Page 8: ...a flexible metal connector is used it must comply with local authorities and in Canada with the provisions of the current Standard CAN 1 6 10 Metal Connectors For Gas Appliances However if the Local Authorities require a rigid gas supply connector the refrigerator should be located with sufficient space at the back for servicing or if located against a wall a removable panel of a minimum size of 1...

Page 9: ...e open Fig 2 During hot humid weather this confined area will become very warm To reduce heat build up we recommend providing an area for two air vents to circulate the air One placed 6 off the floor and the other at or above the appliance top Cold air return vents with adjustable louvers works very well This will allow hot air to evacuate the area and assist in air flow across the fins similar to...

Page 10: ...not more than 12 water column and no less than 11 water column max setting Make sure the refrigerator and any other high BTU appliances on your line are turned on when checking the gas pressure The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at pressures in excess of psig In case detailed instructions...

Page 11: ...ward by gravity through this section If the refrigerator is operated when not level liquid ammonia will accumulate in sections of the evaporator tubing This will slow the circulation of hydrogen and ammonia gas or in severe cases completely block it resulting in a loss of cooling Warranty will not cover recharge rebuild if caused by not running the fridge level This refrigerator operates only on L...

Page 12: ...ds Release gas button fridge should now stay lit and needle remains in the green area 5 Once all the above has been done and you are ready to re start your fridge for use leave the thermostat button at 4 Setting the thermostat to 4 will allow the fridge to get to optimum cooling temperature It may be necessary to adjust the temperature control on the thermostat knob to suit your needs 6 The quanti...

Page 13: ...rature When the thermostat reaches the set temperature it will cut the burner back to bypass operation The setting of the thermostat is critical and recommend it be adjusted to maintain a dry frost on the cooling fins approx 38 Freinhight or 3 Celcius Adjust the thermostat knob closer to Max clockwise when the outside temperature rises How To Use The Refrigerator FOOD STORAGE COMPARTMENT The food ...

Page 14: ...educed by filling a tray with hot water and placing it in the freezer compartment again wipe clean with a towel once melted DO NOT USE A HOT AIR BLOWER PERMANENT DAMAGE COULD RESULT DO NOT USE A KNIFE AN ICE PICK OR ANY OTHER SHARP TOOLS TO REMOVE FROST FROM THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT FRIDGE SECTION Inside the refrigerator compartment the defrost water runs from a collector channel to a drip tray cup...

Page 15: ...screwing counter clockwise Four D size batteries operate the interior light the battery compartment is located on the exterior back of the fridge upper right side while facing the back of the fridge Shut Down Procedure A Turn gas valve knob C to the off position B If the refrigerator will not be in operation for a period of weeks it should be emptied defrosted cleaned and the doors left open The i...

Page 16: ...ply Disconnect the gas line at the rear of the refrigerator Always use a back up wrench when loosening and tightening this connection Cap the gas supply line and remove refrigerator Replacement is the reverse of removal Check all connections for gas leaks Refer to Chapter 2 Installation To keep your refrigerator operating effectively and safely periodic inspection and cleaning of several component...

Page 17: ...d be clean and free of soot Any soot formation indicates improper functioning of the burner The flue and burner both require cleaning in the following manner o Remove cover from the burner housing o Disconnect the wire from the spark electrode o Remove the burner o Remove the wire and flue baffle from the top of flue tube Clean the flue from the top using a flue brush be sure to cover the burner i...

Page 18: ...erator need to be checked for leaks Apply a non corrosive bubble solution to the fittings and observe for leaks The safety valve will not allow gas pressure to any connections between it and the burner orifice These fittings must be checked while burner is in operation gas flow will be present between saftey valve and burner head WARNING The safety valve E button Fig 5 must be manually depressed t...

Page 19: ...5 Flue baffle not inserted properly in flue tube 6 Improperly set thermostat See paragraph on thermostat In hot weather or heavy use the setting should be closer to Max than usual 7 Burner dirty Clean See Section MAINTENANCE SERVICE CHAPTER 4 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 8 LP gas pressure low at burner Regulator pressure must not drop below 11 inches W C water column CHAPTER 2 GAS CONNECTION 9 Burner not ...

Page 20: ... which are available Burner orifice Burner Electrode Thermocouple Safety valve Thermostat Piezo Igniter push button Baffle Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for parts and repairs as needed Quote Model Serial See CSA rating serial plate on inside left wall ...

Page 21: ...ly We are proud to offer you our unique patented CO Sensor technology that detects CO in a manner similar to the human body s response Please read this owner s manual carefully so you will have a better understanding of the effects of CO poisoning and the COSTAR 9RV SSO Alarm in conjunction with our UNIQUE propane refrigerator To your good health and safety Unique Gas Products WARNING Failure to r...

Page 22: ...ing for assistance Also young children and household pets may be the first affected Your CO alarm is designed to detect the toxic CO fumes that result from incomplete combustion such as those emitted from appliances furnaces fireplaces and auto exhaust A CO Alarm is NOT A SUBSTITUTE for other combustible gas fire or smoke alarms This carbon monoxide alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide gas ...

Page 23: ...vehicles or other sources and inspect for proper operation of this equipment If problems are identified during this inspection have the equipment serviced immediately Note any combustion equipment not inspected by the technician and consult the manufacturers instructions or contact the manufacturers directly for more information about CO safety and this equipment Make sure that motor vehicles are ...

Page 24: ...ur family from toxic CO poisoning We also suggest that you create an effective comprehensive safety program as outlined below 3 1 Install CO detectors properly following the instructions in this manual 3 2 Develop a family escape plan and practice it with your entire family especially small children Draw a floor plan of your home and find two ways to exit from each room There should be one way to ...

Page 25: ... alarm is located installed and maintained as specified in the Owner s Manual and the Instruction for the Safety Shutoff Connection 5 0 INSTALLING THE COSTAR 9RV SSO 5 1 One of the most important considerations in any CO alarm system is the location of the alarms Statistics of the National Fire Protection Association NFPA show that most of the fatal CO occurrences happen at night while people are ...

Page 26: ...en cycles 2 Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans lack of combustion air entering building or dwelling 3 Simultaneous operation of several fuel burning appliances competing for limited internal air 4 Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers furnaces refrigerators or water heaters 5 Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplif...

Page 27: ...nd anchors provided to secure the mounting plate 6 5 The battery is INSTALLED REVERSED FOR SHIPPING Remove and reinstall the battery in the correct orientation as noted on the inside of the battery door When installing the battery align the and battery terminals on the correct contacts The alarm will beep once indicating proper battery installation WARNING Battery is required for operation of appl...

Page 28: ...e labels You should write the telephone numbers of the emergency service provider and a qualified technician in the space provided on the labels Place one label next to the alarm and the other label near a source of fresh air where you plan to gather after the alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide 7 0 ALARM SIGNALS 7 1 NORMAL OPERATION RED L E D flashes once every 30 seconds indicating t...

Page 29: ... section 10 0 WARNING Do not use any household cleaning agents paints varnishes or any other chemical on your COSTAR 9RV SSO alarm 9 0 BATTERY REPLACEMENT NOTE IF TAMPER RESISTANT PIN HAS BEEN USED REFER TO STEP 6 7 UNDER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS See Figure 3 9 1 To replace the battery remove the alarm from the mounting plate by rotating the alarm in the direction of the ...

Page 30: ...eep is heard approximately three seconds Release the button The alarm will then test itself for proper operation and the RED L E D light will flash 4 6 times At completion of the self test the alarm will sound 2 patterns The alarm then resumes normal operation WARNING THIS TEST PROCEDURE WILL TURN OFF THE APPLIANCE ONCE THE ALARM RESUMES NORMAL OPERATION RE LIGHT APPLIANCE FOLLOWING LIGHTING INSTR...

Page 31: ...n hinge pin 4 Lift refrigerator door off of bottom hinge and set aside 5 Remove center hinge and shim by removing inside screw and loosening two outside screws enough to allow hinge and shim to slide out Tighten screws Loosen two outside screws on opposite side of refrigerator remove inside screw and install center hinge 6 Remove bottom hinge with 3 8 hex driver Reinsert two outside screws in hole...

Page 32: ... and screw center hinge pin through center hinge into top of door Close refrigerator door to help align hinge hole 12 Tighten center hinge pin with adjustable wrench 13 Remove cabinet and hinge hole plugs and move to opposite side 14 Lower freezer door onto center hinge pin 15 Close freezer door Have an assistant lift up on opposite side of door while tightening screws to install top hinge 16 Repl...

Page 33: ...same hole as nameplate 2 Attach handle to bottom of door To Remove Refrigerator Handle Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off 1 Remove two screws attaching handle to top of refrigerator door 2 Remove screw attaching bottom of handle to door 3 Remove two hole plugs and hinge pin plug on top of door and install on opposite side Use slotted screwdriver to remove plastic screw plug from ...

Page 34: ...NT Adjust temperature gradually move the knob in small increments allowing the temperature to stabilize For colder interior temperatures turn the knob clockwise For a warmer interior temperatures turn the knob towards counter clockwise Adjusting the refrigerator control will change temperatures in both compartments Remember there is no fan to circulate the air in the refrigerator and freezer compa...

Page 35: ...s located under the bottom refrigerator shelf are designed for storing fruits vegetables and other fresh produce Wash items in clear water and remove excess water before placing them in the crispers Items with strong odors or high moisture content should be wrapped before storing Some models are equipped with a Deli Drawer for storage of luncheon meats spreads cheeses and other deli items ...

Page 36: ...F 13 C at a 77 F 25 C room ambient A freezer operates most efficiently when it is slowly loaded to 2 3 full PACKAGING FOODS FOR FREEZING To minimize dehydration and quality deterioration use aluminum foil freezer wrap freezer bags or airtight containers Force as much air out of the packages as possible and seal them tightly Trapped air can cause food to dry out change color and develop an off flav...

Page 37: ...o move refrigerator Do not shift the refrigerator from side to side as this may tear or gouge the floor covering and damage the gas supply line Damp objects stick to cold metal surfaces Do not touch refrigerated surfaces with wet or damp hands NOTES Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the appliance surface when removing adhesive labels Any glue left from tape or la...

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Page 43: ...LE BLACK FOR STAINLESS STEEL FRIDGE ONLY 7 UGP15 07 HANDLE BUTTON 8 UGP15 08 HANDLE SCREW 9 UGP15 09 PLUG 10 UGP15 10 DOOR HANDLE FRIDGE AND FREEZER WHITE 10a UGP15 10 1 DOOR HANDLE FRIDGE AND FREEZER BLACK FOR STAINLESS STEEL FRIDGE ONLY 11 UGP15 11 FRIDGE DOOR WHITE UGP15 11 1 FRIDGE DOOR STAINLESS STEEL FOR STAINLESS STEEL FRIDGE ONLY 12 UGP15 12 SCREW 13 UGP15 13 DOOR STOP BOTTOM FRIDGE DOOR W...

Page 44: ...5 22 DOOR STOP BOTTOM FREEZER DOOR UGP15 22 1 DOOR STOP BOTTOM FREEZER DOOR BLACK FOR STAINLESS STEEL FRIDGE ONLY 23 UGP15 23 DOOR GUARD 9 04 24 UGP15 24 INTERIOR LIGHT 25 UGP15 25 SWITCH 26 UGP15 26 COVER CRISPER PAN 27 UGP15 27 CRISPER DRAWERS 28 UGP15 28 WIRE SHELVES 29 UGP 9RV SSO CO DETECTOR 9RV SSO 30 QMP INTERRUPTER BLOCK INTERRUPTER BLOCK ONLY USED ON CO MONITORED FRIDGES 31 QMP 15 FET MOS...

Page 45: ...HINGE 43 UGP15 43 BOTTOM HINGE SCREWS 44 UGP15 44 FRONT GRILL 45 UGP1518 1 ON OFF VALVE 46 UGP1518 2 THERMOSTAT KNOB 47 UGP1518 3 OUTLET FITTING 48 UGP1518 4 OUTLET GAS TUBE 49 UGP15 49 THERMOCOUPLE 50 UGP15 50 BURNER BRACKET 51 UGP15 51 BURNER TUBE 52 UGP15 52 ELECTRODE WITH WIRE 53 UGP15 53 ORIFICE 54 UGP1518 5 INLET GAS TUBE 55 UGP15 55 PEIZO IGNITOR 56 UGP15 56 FLAME INDICATOR 57 UGP1518 6 THE...

Page 46: ...5 SCREW FOR HANGERS STAINLESS STEEL UNIT ONLY 65 UGP15 65 1 TRACK HANGER LH STAINLESS STEEL UNIT ONLY 66 UGP15 66 TRACK HANGER RH STAINLESS STEEL UNIT ONLY 67 UGP15 67 MEAT BIN STAINLESS STEEL UNIT ONLY 68 UGP15 68 COVER CRISPER DRAWERS 69 UGP15 69 CONTROL HUMIDITY NOT FUNCTIONAL ON PROPANE FRIDGES 70 UGP15 70 DAMPER HUMIDITY CONTROL NOT FUNCTIONAL ON PROPANE FRIDGES 71 UGP1518 8 PIPE ON OFF VALVE...

Page 47: ... Products Ltd and the Seller labour and transportation charges will be the responsibility of the owner Coils replaced during the initial five year period will be warranted only for the remaining portion The Seller will have no obligation under this warranty with respect to conditions unrelated to the material or workmanship of this refrigerator Such unrelated conditions include without limitation ...

Page 48: ...ARRANTY EXCEPT AS REQUIRED BY LAW INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR AGAINST INFRINGEMENT OR ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISING OUT OF TRADE USAGE OR OUT OF A COURSE OF DEALING OR COURSE OF PERFORMANCE UNIQUE GAS PRODUCTS LTD has not authorized any other party to extend any other warranties in connection with the sale of the pro...