BODEGA USER MANUAL
CAR REFRIGERATOR
Model: CF8
Power: DC 12V/24V AC100-240V
Description of Image: A line drawing of a portable car refrigerator with a lid, control panel, and charging port.
Please read this operating manual carefully before starting the device. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.
1. Safety Instructions
⚠️ WARNING!
- Do not operate the appliance if it is visibly damaged.
- Do not block the gaps of the fridge with things like pin, wire, etc.
- Do not expose the appliance to rain or soak it in water.
- Do not place the appliance near naked flames or other heat sources (heaters, direct sunlight, gas ovens etc.)
- Do not store any explosive substances like spray cans with a flammable propellant.
- Ensure the supply cord is dry and not trapped or damaged. Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
- Check the voltage specification on the type plate corresponds to that of the energy supply. The appliance is only to be used with the power supply unit provided with the appliance.
- Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
- Once unpacked and before turning on, the appliance must be placed on a level surface for more than 6 hours.
- Make sure that the appliance stays horizontally when it is running. The tilt angle must be less than 5° for long time running and be less than 45° for short time running.
- Keep the ventilation openings in the unit casing or in the built-in structure free of obstacles.
- Keep the appliance stable on the ground or in the car; Do not drain upside down.
- Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
❗ CAUTION!
- Repairs may only be carried out by qualified personnel. Incorrect repair may cause danger. The lamp and supply cord must be replaced by the manufacturer or qualified persons.
- The installation of DC power in the boat must be handled by qualified electricians.
- Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
- The appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they've been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the device in a safe way and understand the hazards.
❗ NOTICE!
- Disconnect the power supply before each cleaning and maintenance and after every use.
- Do not use sharp tools to defrost; Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
- Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer: take off the doors: leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
- Check if the cooling capacity of the appliance is suitable for storing the food or medicine. Food may only be stored in its original packaging or in suitable containers.
- If the appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance.
Usage and Environmental Information
- The appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; Camping, Farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential environments; Bed and breakfast type environments; Catering and similar non-retail applications.
✔️ Please according to local regulations regarding disposal of the appliance for its flammable refrigerant and blowing gas.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
To maintain compliance with FCC's RF exposure guidelines, the distance must be at least 20cm between the radiator and your body, and fully supported by the operating and installation configurations of the transmitter and its antenna(s).
FCC NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
2. Product Features
- High-efficiency DC compressor and conversion module.
- CFC free and great heat insulation.
- DC12/24V or AC 100~240V (using the adapter) power supply.
- Fast cooling to -15°C/5°F (based on 25°C/77°F room temperature).
- Intelligent battery protection system.
- Digital display control panel for temperature setting.
- Wireless charging, USB charging port.
3. Product Structure
Description of Diagram: The diagram illustrates the car refrigerator's components, including the Lid latch, Sealing strip, Storage room, Wireless charging area, Control panel, Charging port, and Fridge base.
4. Installation
- Remove the original car console.
- Install the included fridge base and tighten the screws.
- Install the console fridge on the car cigar lighter.
- Connect the included DC power cable with the car cigar lighter.
Description of Diagram: A diagram showing a base plate with labeled screw holes.
5. Function and Operation
Description of Control Panel: The control panel features a digital display showing current temperature (e.g., 15°C), current voltage (e.g., 13.5V), and mode indicators. It includes buttons for SET, ON/OFF, temperature adjustment (+/-), USB port, and mode selection (MAX/ECO, °C/°F, Lock/Unlock).
- Power Supply: Connect to DC 12V/24V or AC 100~240V (using an adapter, sold separately).
- Display Screen Initialization: The screen illuminates for 2 seconds upon connecting to the power supply.
- Power On/Off: Press the ON/OFF button to switch the unit on or off.
- Temperature Setting: Press the '+' or '-' buttons for temperature adjustment. The setting is saved automatically after 4 seconds of inactivity. The displayed temperature is the current compartment temperature; it may take time to reach the set temperature. Temperature setting range: -20°C to 20°C (-4°F to 68°F).
- Cooling Mode: While running, press the button to switch between MAX (fast cooling) and ECO (energy-saving) modes. (Factory setting is MAX.)
- Temperature Unit Setting: With the fridge off, long-press the button for three seconds until 'E1' displays. Continue pressing until 'E5' displays, then use '+' or '-' to select Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F). (Factory setting is °C.)
- Battery Protection Mode: While running, long-press the button for three seconds until the screen flashes. Then press the button again to select protection mode: H (High), M (Middle), and L (Low). (Factory setting is H.)
Voltage Reference:
INPUT | DC 12V | DC 24V | ||
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MODE | CUT OUT | CUT IN | CUT OUT | CUT IN |
L | 8.5V | 10.9V | 21.3V | 22.7V |
M | 10.1V | 11.4V | 22.3V | 23.7V |
H | 11.1V | 12.4V | 24.3V | 25.7V |
*The voltage is a theoretical value; there may be deviations in different scenarios. Due to varying output voltages in vehicles, set to H when connected to car power, and M or L when connected to a portable battery or other back-up battery.
Reset: Switch off the fridge, long press the button for three seconds until 'E1' displays. Under 'E1' mode, long press '+' and '-' simultaneously until the screen displays "888".
Wireless charging: Place your mobile phone in the center of the wireless charging section to begin charging. (Note: Your mobile phone must support wireless charging.)
Recommended temperature for common food:
Drinks | Fruits | Vegetable | Delicatessen | Wine | Ice cream | Meat |
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5°C/41°F | 5~8°C/41~46°F | 3~10°C/37~50°F | 4°C/39°F | 10°C/50°F | -10°C/14°F | -18°C/0°F |
6. Cleaning and Storage
Cleaning:
- Unplug the device first to avoid electric shock.
- Use a wet cloth to clean the device and dry it.
- Do not soak the device in water or wash it directly.
- Do not use abrasive cleaning agents as these can damage the device.
Storage:
If the device will not be in use for a long time, please follow these steps:
- Turn off the power and remove the plug.
- Remove all items stored in the device.
- Wipe off excess water from the fridge with a soft rag.
- Place the device in a cool and dry place.
- Leave the lid slightly open to prevent odors from forming.
Defrosting:
Humidity can form frost on the interior of the cooling device or on the evaporator, reducing cooling capacity. Defrost the device in good time to avoid this.
- Switch off the device.
- Take out the contents of the device.
- Keep the lid open.
- Wipe off the defrosted water.
⚠️ Never use hard or sharp tools to remove ice or to loosen objects which have frozen in place.
7. Smart Control - Fridge APP Instructions
First Step: Turn on Bluetooth on your smart device; start the app and click "Search" to find nearby fridges.
Second Step: Click the fridge icon for Bluetooth pairing. The app will prompt you to pair the fridge by pressing the set button on the fridge's control panel when connecting for the first time. After pairing, the app will switch to the main interface, allowing you to control the fridge.
Description of App Interface: The app displays various controls and information: 1. MENU, 2. Current temperature, 3. Current voltage, 4. Target temperature, 5. Switch Left/Right compartment, 6. SET button, 7. ON/OFF button, 8. Temperature control (+/-), 9. Cooling mode selection (ECO/Energy-saving or MAX/Fast-cooling), 10. Lock/Unlock function, 11. Unit selection (Celsius/Fahrenheit), 12. Unpairing the device and return to search, 13. Battery protection mode selection (High/Medium/Low).
Note: Clicking the lock icon on the app locks/unlocks the control panel on the fridge. If locked, the fridge can only be controlled by the app.
Downloading the "CAR FRIDGE FREEZER" Application
[QR code for iOS app download]
[QR code for Android app download]
Scan the QR code on the left or search for the "CAR FRIDGE FREEZER" app in the App Store (for Apple devices) or Google Store (for Android devices).
8. Troubleshooting
Issues | Cause/Suggestions |
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Refrigerator does not work |
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Refrigerator compartments are too warm |
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Food is frozen |
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There is "water flow" noise from inside the refrigerator |
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There are waterdrops around the refrigerator casing or door gap |
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The compressor is slightly noisy when starting |
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Code F1 displayed |
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Code F2 displayed |
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Code F3 displayed |
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Code F4 displayed |
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Code F5 displayed |
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Code F6 displayed |
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Code F7 or F8 displayed |
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9. Warranty and Maintenance
If the device gets malfunctional, a limited warranty will be provided for 1 year from the date of purchase, except for the following situations:
- Contrived damage.
- Damage caused by force majeure such as earthquake, conflagration, etc.
- Damage from inappropriate use or violating this instruction.
- Damage or malfunction caused by disassembling without permission.