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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.
Technical Specifications
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
the temperature is too high/
low
Too much ice on the evaporator Defrost the appliance
Condenser blocked with dust Clean condenser with the hose attachement of a vacuum
Doors are not shut properly Check doors are shut and seals are not damaged
Appliance is located near a heat source or air
flow to the condenser is being interrupted Move the refrigerator to a more suitable location
Ambient temperature is too high Increase ventilation or move appliance to a cooler position
Unsuitable foodstuffs are being stored in the
appliance Remove any excessive hot foodstuffs or blockages to the fan
Appliance is overloaded Reduce the amount of food stored in the appliance
The appliance is leaking
water 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
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
loud Loose nut/screw Check and tighten all nuts and screws
The appliance has not been installed in a
level or stable position Check installation position and change if necessary
Model Voltage Power Current
Temperature
Range
Capacity
(litres)
Refrigerant
Dimensions
H x W x D (mm)
Weight
(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