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Caring for Your Cooler/Warmer

Cleaning

1.Set the power switch to OFF. Unplug the cord from the power source, then from the back of the unit.

2.Wipe the interior and exterior of the unit with a damp cloth. Removable shelf and tray may be washed on the top rack of the dishwasher.

3.Leave door open, with unit turned OFF, to dry the interior. Moisture from humidity, food, or cleaning may cause mildew or unpleasant odors.

4.Monthly, clean the exterior vents with a vacuum cleaner or small brush. Dust build-up on vents can cause poor performance.

5.Condensation may form during times of high humidity and accumulate in the removable tray at the bottom of the unit. When this occurs, remove the tray and empty it, then wipe it dry before reinstalling it.

6.Periodic defrosting of the unit may be necessary when frost accumulates on interior vents.

To defrost the unit: Turn unit OFF. Leave door open and allow unit to reach room temperature. Wipe interior of unit with a damp cloth. Clean removable tray.

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM

THINGS TO CHECK

Odor

• The unit may produce an odor when used the

 

first time. Odor will diminish with use.

 

• The unit may develop mildew or unpleasant

 

odor when left closed and interior is damp.

 

Be sure to dry completely before closing.

 

 

Fan runs, food

• Make sure that no interior and exterior vents

temperature

are blocked.

not maintained

• Clean vents. See cleaning instructions.

for two hours

• Make sure door is shut securely.

 

• Food must be heated or cooled before placing

 

in unit.

 

 

Unit does not

• Ensure the DC jack on the unit is clean and

work when

operating.

using DC

• Check the 6A fuse in the DC power cord plug

power cord

and the cigarette lighter/accessory jack fuse at

 

the fuse panel.

 

• Make sure the cord is plugged firmly into both

 

the back of the unit and the 12V DC cigarette

 

lighter or accessory jack.

 

 

Unit does not

• Make sure the cord is plugged firmly into both

work when

the back of the unit and the AC outlet.

using AC/DC

• Check for a blown fuse or tripped circuit

converter cord

breaker.

 

 

Condensation/

• Condensation or frost forms on the vents when

frost in interior

used in cooling mode for extended periods of

vents

time. Condensation will drain. See Cleaning

 

Instructions.

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Hamilton Beach 840112800 manual Troubleshooting, Cleaning, Problem Things to Check

840112800 specifications

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