Stainless Steel Counter Refrigerators/Freezers
Models:
G596/G597/G598/G599/G600/G601/G621/G622/U636/U637/U638
UK
Safety Tips
Installation
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Position on a flat, stable surface.
Note: If the unit has not been stored in an upright position,
let it stand upright for approximately 12 hours before
operation. If in doubt allow to stand.
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A service agent/qualified technician should carry out installation and any
repairs if required. Do not remove any components or service panels on
this product.
1. Remove the appliance from the packaging. Make sure that all protective
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Consult Local and National Standards to comply with the following:
• Health and Safety at Work Legislation
• BS EN Codes of Practice
plastic film and coatings are thoroughly removed from all surfaces.
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
heat source.
• Fire Precautions
Note: Before using the appliance for the first time, clean the
shelves and interior with soapy water.
• IEE Wiring Regulations
• Building Regulations
3. Set the brakes on the castors to keep the appliance in position
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DO NOT use jet/pressure washers to clean the appliance.
DO NOT use the appliance outside.
DO NOT use this appliance to store medical supplies.
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Level the appliance by adjusting the screw feet.
Fitting the Shelves & Floor Guards
DO NOT use electrical appliances inside the appliance (e.g. heaters, ice-
cream makers etc.)
1. Place one set of shelf guides on either side of the cabinet at the desired
height.
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DO NOT stand or support yourself on the base, drawers or doors.
2. Slide the shelf into place.
DO NOT allow oil or fat to come into contact with the plastic
components or door seal. Clean immediately if contact occurs.
3. Repeat for the remaining shelves.
4. Place the floor guards on the floor of the cabinet, ensuring the flat side
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Bottles that contain a high percentage of alcohol must be sealed and
placed vertically in the refrigerator.
is clear of the floor.
Always carry, store and handle the appliance in a vertical position and
move by holding the base of the appliance.
Note: This is vital for ensuring correct drainage of
condensation.
Always switch off and disconnect the power supply to the unit before
cleaning.
Operation
Keep all packaging away from children. Dispose of the packaging in
accordance with the regulations of local authorities.
Storing Food
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.
To get the best results from your POLAR appliance, follow these instructions:
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Only store foodstuffs in the appliance when it has reached the correct
operating temperature.
Product Description
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Do not place uncovered hot food or liquid inside the appliance.
Wrap or cover food where possible.
G596 - POLAR 282 litre 2 Door Counter Refrigerator
G597 - POLAR 417 litre 3 Door Counter Refrigerator
G598 - POLAR 563 litre 4 Door Counter Refrigerator
G599 - POLAR 282 litre 2 Door Counter Freezer
Do not obstruct the fans inside the appliance.
Avoid opening the doors for prolonged periods of time.
G600 - POLAR 417 litre 3 Door Counter Freezer
Turn On
G601 - POLAR 563 litre 4 Door Counter Freezer
1. Close the doors/drawers of the appliance.
G621 - POLAR 417 litre 3 Glass Door Counter Refrigerator
G622 - POLAR 368 litre 3 Door Counter Refrigerator
U636 - POLAR 240 litre 2 Door Counter Refrigerator
U637 - POLAR 240 litre 1 Door 2 Drawer Counter Refrigerator
U638 - POLAR 240 litre 4 Drawer Counter Refrigerator
2. Ensure the power switch is set to [O] and turn on at the socket.
3. Switch on the Power [I]. The current temperature within the appliance
is displayed.
Control Panel
SETPOINT LED
DEFROST LED
(flashes when parameters are being
set)
(illuminates when defrost is activated)
Introduction
Please take a few moments to carefully read through this manual. Correct
maintenance and operation of this machine will provide the best possible
performance from your POLAR product.
UP button
DEFROST button
Pon
DOWN button
SET button
Display Panel
Pack Contents
The following is included:
Lock/Unlock the Control Panel
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POLAR Refrigerator or Freezer
Shelf guides (2 per door)
Shelves (1 per door)
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Instruction manual
To lock the control panel:
Floor guards (1 per door)
1. Press and hold the UP
and DOWN
buttons simultaneously for 10
seconds.
POLAR prides itself on quality and service, ensuring that at the time of
packaging the contents are supplied fully functional and free of damage.
2. Pofflashes on the display and the keyboard is locked.
Should you find any damage as a result of transit, please contact your POLAR
dealer immediately.
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To unlock the control panel:
Enter the Parameter Menu
1. Unlock the control panel, if locked.
1. Press and hold the UP
and DOWN
buttons simultaneously for 10
seconds.
2. Press and hold the SET
button until ‘d1’ flashes on the display.
2. Ponflashes on the display and the keyboard is unlocked.
3. Press the SET
button repeatedly to scroll to the desired parameter
Note:
(see below).
If a button is not pressed for 10 seconds while using the
control panel it times out and reverts to standby mode.
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When parameters are being set the Setpoint LED will flash on
the display.
Parameter
Name
Description
Set the operating temperature of the appliance
Range
d1
Operating temperature
-2°C to 10°C
0 to 20°C
Temperature
Differential
The Temperature Differential is the allowed temperature difference above and below the
operating temperature before the compressor starts/cuts off
d2
d3
d4
-40°C
95°C
Set the minimum (d3) and maximum (d4) temperatures that the appliance can fluctuate
between
Temperature Range
Compressor Activation
Time Intervals
d5
d6
d7
d8
Enter the minimum time interval between the compressor turning off after turning on.
0-999 seconds
0°C-50°C
Maximum Temperature
Differential Alarm
Set an alarm to sound if the temperature inside the appliance exceeds the set operating
temperature by a specified amount
Temperature
Differential Alarm Delay
Set a delay before the temperature differential alarm is triggered
Set the time between each defrost cycle
0-99 minutes
1-999 hours
Defrost Cycle Time
Intervals
Set the maximum length of the defrost cycle
Note: The defrost duration can be overridden by parameter d10 (below), if the
cut-off temperature is reached before the end of the defrost duration
Maximum Defrost
Duration
d9
0-999 minutes
Defrost Cut-off
Temperature
d10
d11
d12
d13
d14
Set the defrost cut-off temperature
-45°C to 50°C
0-99 minutes
0-99 minutes
On (1) or Off (0)
0-99 minutes
Set an additional amount of defrost time after the defrost cut-off point has been reached (if
required)
Additional Cut-off
Defrost Period
Delayed Actual
Temperature Display
Set the length of time the inner temperature of the appliance (before defrost started) is
displayed for after a defrost cycle has finished
Compressor On/Off
During Defrost
Turn the Compressor On or Off during the defrost cycle
Set the amount of time the compressor remains turned Off after a defrost cycle, reducing the
amount of frost build up
Evaporator Drying Time
Should there be any variance between measured and actual temperature, the measured
temperature can be offset to compensate
=19
Temperature Offset
Unit of Measurement
-20°C to 20°C
=22
Set whether the temperature is displayed in Centigrade or Fahrenheit
Centigrade (0) or Fahrenheit (1)
Compressor runs (1)
Compressor Operation
During Probe Failure
Remains Off until fault fixed (0)
Runs intermittently with
=23
Set whether the compressor runs or remains Off during a temperature probe failure
parameters =24and =25 (2)
Compressor ‘On’
Duration
=24
=25
=34
=38
Set the length of time the compressor runs during a temperature probe failure
Set the length of time the compressor remains Off during a temperature probe failure
1-99 minutes
1-99 minutes
Compressor ‘Off’
Duration
Initial Defrost After
Startup
Set whether the appliance starts a defrost cycle 10 minutes after startup or after the time
programmed in parameter d8(Defrost Cycle Time Intervals)
Begins 10 minutes after startup
(0) or when programmed (1)
Minimum Temperature
Alarm
Set the display to flash should the inner temperature of the appliance drop beyond a specified
point from the programmed operating temperature
1°C to 50°C
2. The defrost cycle will start immediately and the Defrost LED illuminates.
Manual Defrost
The defrost will last a maximum of 30 minutes.
The appliance will automatically run a defrost cycle every six hours.
Note: Starting a manual defrost also resets the automatic
defrost timer.
Note: The cycle starts from the time the appliance is initially
powered up.
3. The next automatic defrost will start six hours after the manual defrost
To manually defrost the appliance:
has finished.
1. Press and hold the DEFROST
button for 5 seconds.
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Cleaning, Care & Maintenance
Troubleshooting
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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.
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 unit is not switched on
Check the unit is
plugged in correctly
and switched on
Always wipe dry after cleaning.
Do not allow water used in cleaning to run through the drain hole into
the evaporation pan.
The appliance
is not working
Plug and lead are damaged
Call POLAR agent or
qualified Technician
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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.
Fuse in the plug has blown
Power supply
Replace the fuse
Check power supply
Cleaning the Condenser
Internal wiring fault
Call POLAR agent or
qualified Technician
Periodically cleaning the condenser can extend the life of the appliance.
POLAR recommend that a POLAR agent or qualified technician clean the
condenser.
Too much ice on the condenser Defrost the appliance
Condenser blocked with dust
Call POLAR agent or
qualified Technician
Disposal
Doors are not shut properly
Check doors are shut
and seals are not
damaged
The appliance
turns on, but
the
temperature is
too high/low
EU regulations require refrigeration product to be disposed of by specialist
companies who remove or recycle all gasses, metal and plastic components.
Appliance is located near a heat Move the refrigerator to
source or air flow to the
condenser is being interrupted
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.
a more suitable location
Ambient temperature is too
high
Increase ventilation or
move appliance to a
cooler position
Alternatively call the POLAR helpline for details of national disposal
companies within the EU.
Unsuitable foodstuffs are being Remove any excessive
stored in the appliance
hot foodstuffs or
blockages to the fan
Appliance is overloaded
Reduce the amount of
food stored in the
appliance
The appliance is not properly
levelled
Adjust the screw feet to
level the appliance (if
applicable)
The discharge outlet is blocked Clear the discharge
outlet
The appliance
is leaking water
Movement of water to the drain Clear the floor of the
is obstructed
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)
Loose nut/screw
Check and tighten all
nuts and screws
The appliance
is unusually
loud
The appliance has not been
installed in a level or stable
position
Check installation
position and change if
necessary
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Error Messages
The following table details the cause and subsequent response of the appliance to errors.
Error Message
(flashing)
Cause
Appliance Response
Action
Check Troubleshooting Guide
If problem persists call POLAR agent or
qualified Technician
The inner temperature exceeds Display flashes
HtA
the set maximum temperature
Alternating error message and current temperature
Check Troubleshooting Guide
If problem persists call POLAR agent or
qualified Technician
The inner temperature exceeds Display flashes
LtA
the set minimum temperature
Alternating error message and current temperature
Short circuit or interruption of
the thermostat probe input line
Compressor operates as specified by
parameter ‘=23’
PF1
PF2
HLA
LLA
Display flashes
Display flashes
Short circuit or interruption of
the evaporator probe input line
Defrost as specified by parameters d8and d9
Call POLAR agent or qualified Technician
Call POLAR agent or qualified Technician
Inner temperature greater than Display flashes
90°C
Alternating error message and current temperature
Inner temperature lower than
-45°C
Display flashes
Alternating error message and current temperature
The alarm message will end when the alarm trigger is no longer present, except PF1 and PF2 that require the appliance to be turned Off, then On again.
Technical Specifications
Temperature
Range
Capacity
(litres)
Dimensions
H x W x D (mm)
Weight
(Kg)
Model
Voltage
Power
Current
Refrigerant
G596
230V 50Hz
230V 50Hz
230V 50Hz
230V 50Hz
230V 50Hz
230V 50Hz
230V 50Hz
230V 50Hz
230V 50Hz
230V 50Hz
230V 50Hz
340W
340W
450W
1000W
1000W
1000W
340W
340W
250W
250W
250W
1.5A
1.5A
2A
-2°C to 10°C
-2°C to 10°C
-2°C to 10°C
-10°C to -20°C
-10°C to -20°C
-10°C to -20°C
-2°C to 10°C
-2°C to 10°C
-2°C to 10°C
-2°C to 10°C
-2°C to 10°C
282
417
563
282
417
563
417
368
240
240
240
R134a 240g
R134a 240g
R134a 250g
R404 300g
R404 260g
R404 320g
R134a 240g
R134a 250g
R134a 165g
R134a 165g
R134a 165g
850 x 1360 x 700
850 x 1795 x 700
850 x 2230 x 700
850 x 1360 x 700
850 x 1795 x 700
850 x 2230 x 700
900 x 900 x 700
850 x 1365 x 700
850 x 900 x 700
850 x 900 x 700
850 x 900 x 700
98
134
153
103
136
155
140
107
70
G597
G598
G599
G600
G601
G621
G622
U636
U637
U638
4.35A
4.35A
4.35A
1.5A
1.5A
1A
1A
71
1A
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Electrical Wiring
POLAR appliances are supplied with a 3 pin, moulded, BS1363 plug and lead, with a 13 amp fuse as standard.
The plug is to be connected to a suitable mains socket.
POLAR appliances are wired as follows:
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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.
Compliance
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:
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Notes
POLAR Telephone Helpline: (+44) 0845 146 2887
POLAR, Fourth Way, Avonmouth, United Kingdom, BS11 8TB
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