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DULAS Solar Direct Drive
VC88SDD Refrigerator (E003/059)
User's Manual
Ref: MU-VC88SDD-ENG-G

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  • Page 1 DULAS Solar Direct Drive VC88SDD Refrigerator (E003/059) User’s Manual Ref: MU-VC88SDD-ENG-G...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. COMPONENTS CHECKLIST ..................3 2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................... 4 3. YOUR DULAS SOLAR DIRECT DRIVE REFRIGERATOR......... 6 4. REFRIGERATOR COMPONENTS ................7 5. MATERIAL SAFETY INFORMATION ................8 6. END OF LIFE & PRODUCT RECYCLING ..............9 7.
  • Page 3: Components Checklist

    1. Components Checklist DESCRIPTION QUANTITY REFRIGERATOR VC88SDD Refrigerator Cabinet Refrigerator Baskets Refrigerator Key SOLAR ARRAY 315W min Solar Modules 20m Pre-terminated Solar Cable (+ve & -ve) 1 pair Solar Connector – Branch Plug Solar Connector – Branch Socket Earthing Kit (incl. Earth Rod, 25m Earth Cable & Earth Clamp)
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    VC88SDD Installation Technicians’ Manual 2. Safety Instructions Read the Manual - please read all instructions completely before installing. Installation and system servicing should only be carried out by a qualified and competent engineer. Work performed by persons with insufficient technical knowledge may adversely affect the performance of the unit or cause physical injury or damage to the equipment.
  • Page 5 DC power only - this refrigerator is designed for operation with the solar power system supplied. Do not connect the refrigerator to other power supplies. Dangerous substances - this refrigerator contains substances that are not biodegradable and can cause harm, please ensure that all components of the refrigerator are disposed of correctly, see page 8 for more information.
  • Page 6: Your Dulas Solar Direct Drive Refrigerator

    Dulas is considered one of the market leaders in this field. The VC88SDD is Dulas’ latest innovation in solar refrigeration. Using our new solar direct drive technology we have replaced the traditional battery energy store with a ground breaking phase change solution.
  • Page 7: Refrigerator Components

    4. Refrigerator Components Page 7 of 17...
  • Page 8: Material Safety Information

    5. Material Safety Information THE REFRIGERATOR The Dulas VC88SDD conforms to the European directive 2002/95/EC on hazardous substances and does not contain the following elements: lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chrome, PBB or PBDE. The absence of ozone destroying materials is in accordance with EC 1005/2009 (CFC-free) It is compliant with European Standards (CE) EN60335-1:2010 &...
  • Page 9: End Of Life & Product Recycling

    Disposal of Phase Change Material (PCM) The PCM used in the Dulas refrigerator has a very long life and does not degrade through use. At the end of the refrigerators useful life the PCM should be either recycled or disposed of in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and regulations.
  • Page 10 SOLAR POWER SUPPLY Do not dispose of this equipment with normal domestic waste! To comply with the European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and its implementation as national law, electrical equipment that has reached the end of its life must be collected separately and returned to an approved recycling facility.
  • Page 11: Refrigerator Transportation

    7. Refrigerator Transportation To reduce the risk of bodily injury, or damage to the refrigerator, the following precautions must be observed: • Properly secure the refrigerator when in transit to prevent it moving or falling within the vehicle. • Plan any lifting or moving of the refrigerator in advance, paying particular attention to steps, gradients and doorways.
  • Page 12: Refrigerator Installation

    8. Refrigerator Installation DO NOT position the refrigerator in direct sunlight or next to any heat sources. Make sure the refrigerator is positioned to provide good ventilation and ease of access for maintenance. Ventilation is particularly important for the condensers and compressors. Position the refrigerator on a level surface;...
  • Page 13: Refrigerator Loading

    IN ORDER TO KEEP INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OPTIMISED AND MINIMISE ENERGY CONSUMPTION, ONLY OPEN THE LID WHEN STRICTLY NECESSARY. The VC88SDD refrigerator has a single compartment specifically for the storage of vaccines, see Section 4. The refrigerator compartment is designed to maintain a stable temperature between...
  • Page 14: Green Compressor Status Led Light

    10. Green compressor status LED light The green LED light on the front of the refrigerator illuminates to indicate that the compressor is operating. The compressor will run if the refrigerator temperature is above about 4 degrees and there is sufficient solar power. Normal operation The refrigerator warms up slightly overnight.
  • Page 15: User Training

    11. User Training The end user of the VC88SDD should be instructed in the simple processes outlined below and also those in Section 22. It should be stressed that these tasks are essential to ensure correct and reliable operation of the refrigerator.
  • Page 16: Vc88Sdd System Layout

    13. VC88SDD System Layout Page 16 of 17...
  • Page 17 For more information contact: DULAS Ltd, Dyfi Eco Park, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AX, UK tel: +44(0)1654 705055 fax: +44(0)1654 703000 email: solar@dulas.org.uk website: www.dulassolar.org Page 17 of 17...

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