Girard Products GRF10DBGL Manuel utilisateur

10 CU. FT. 12V BUILT-IN REFRIGERATOR

MODEL: GRF10DBGL, GRF10DBGR

LIPPERT NO.: 2022071754, 2022071755

USER MANUAL

*Picture shown here is for reference only.

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Thank you for purchasing this Girard product. Before operating your new appliance, please read these instructions carefully. This instruction manual

contains information for safe use, installation and maintenance of the appliance.

Please keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference. This will ensure safe use and reduce the risk of injury. Be sure to pass on this

manual to new owners of this appliance.

The manufacturer does not accept responsibility for any damages due to disregarding these instructions.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1

Explanation of Symbols ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 2

Important Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................................................................................. 2

General Safety Warnings..................................................................................................................................................................................... 2

Proper Disposal of the Refrigerator ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2

Parts and Features ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3

Installation............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4

What’s in the Box................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4

Site Preparation .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 4

Securing the Refrigerator.................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Operation ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 6

Temperature Control ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Off Grid Usage .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Extreme Temperature Usage ............................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Adjusting the Shelf (Optional) .............................................................................................................................................................................. 7

Storage Lock ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Transportation..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Energy Saving Tips ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 8

Extended Storage................................................................................................................................................................................................ 8

Cleaning and Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Refrigerator Interior Cleaning .............................................................................................................................................................................. 8

Refrigerator Exterior Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................................................. 8

Battery Maintenance........................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Replacing the Charcoal Filter............................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Circuit Diagram........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9

Speciﬁcations.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

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Explanation of Symbols

This manual has safety information and instructions to help you

eliminate or reduce the risk of accidents and injuries. Always respect all

safety warnings identiﬁed with these symbols. A signal word will identify

safety messages and property damage messages, and will indicate the

degree or level of hazard seriousness.

DANGER

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may

result in minor or moderate personal injury, or property damage.

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Warnings

CAUTION

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance

can cause personal injury or property damage. For assistance or

additional information, contact Girard customer service.

●Do not allow anything to touch the refrigerator cooling system.

●Make sure the electrical installation follows all applicable code.

●Do not bypass or change the refrigerator's electrical components or

features.

●Do not spray liquids near electrical outlets, connections, or the

refrigerator components. Most liquids are conductive, which can cause

electric shock, short circuit or ﬁre.

●The refrigerator cooling system is under pressure. Do not try to repair or

to recharge a defective cooling system.

●The shelves have been ﬁxed according to safety regulation. The shelves

must always be retained during operation and transportation. Contact

Girard customer service if the ﬁxing mechanism is ever compromised.

●Make sure the glass door does not contact any hard object while

opening/closing the door.

●Do not slam the glass door.

WARNING

●The rear of the refrigerator has sharp edges and corners. To

prevent cuts or abrasions when working on the refrigerator, use

caution and wear personal protection such as cut resistant gloves,

and arm protection.

●Do not store or use gasoline or any ﬂammable vapors and liquids

in the vicinity of this refrigerator.

●This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or

lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given

supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a

person responsible for their safety.

●Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with

the appliance.

●To avoid an electrical shock hazard, relevant actions should be

performed by qualiﬁed and certiﬁed professionals. Power should

always be disconnected.

WARNING

●Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the

built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

●Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate

the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the

manufacturer.

●Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage

compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type

recommended by the manufacturer.

Proper Disposal of the Refrigerator

DANGER

Risk of child entrapment. To avoid the possibility of child entrapment,

please take the following precautions before you dispose of your

refrigerator.

●Remove all doors.

●Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside.

●Never allow children to play with, operate, or crawl inside the

refrigerator.

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past.

Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if

they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old

refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to help prevent

accidents.

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.

Refrigerants

The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant

circuit of the refrigerator, a natural gas with a high level of environmental

compatibility, which is nevertheless ﬂammable and under federal law

must be removed prior to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an

old refrigeration product, check with the company handling the disposal

about what to do.

Save these instructions for future reference!

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Parts and Features

Item Part Name

1Trim Kit

2Freezer Shelf

3Charcoal ﬁlter drawer

4Temperature Control

5Refrigerator Top Shelf

6Refrigerator Bottom Shelf

7Drawer

Item Part Name

8Air Vent

9½ Gallon Door Bin

10 Gasket

11 Refrigerator Door

12 Common Door Bin

13 Freezer Door

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Installation

What’s in the Box

●Set the unit upright.

NOTE: The refrigerator may have been laid on its back for

transportation and delivery. This is acceptable, but must be stood

up-right vertically for at least 4 hours before running the compressor

to settle the compressor oil.

1. Unpack the unit, discard the packaging material appropriately.

2. Conﬁrm everything is in the box. If anything is damaged or missing,

contact your dealer.

●Refrigerator x 1

●User Manual x 1

●Warranty Leaﬂet x 1

●Refrigerator Door Lock Cover x 1

●Storage Lock x 1

●Air Vent (on glass shelf) x 1

●Door Bin (on glass shelf) x 1

Site Preparation

Removing the Existing Refrigerator (if applicable)

WARNING

FIRE OR EXPLOSION

Gas leaks may occur in your system and result in a dangerous

situation. Always perform a leak test for possible leaks according to

the manufacturer’s instructions after removing any appliance.

●NEVER leak test when smoking. Never use a ﬂame.

●Do not use any appliance until connection has been leak tested

and does not leak.

●Remove the existing refrigerator (if applicable):

−Unplug the 120V AC power cord from the receptacle at the rear

of the refrigerator enclosure.

−Disconnect the 12V DC leads from the refrigerator and cap the

lead ends.

−Turn off the LP gas supply to the refrigerator.

−Disconnect the LP gas line from the refrigerator. Cap the line

and verify there are no LP gas leaks.

−Remove the screws anchoring the refrigerator to the enclosure.

−Slide the refrigerator out from the enclosure and remove it from

the RV.

Select Location

●Your new refrigerator must stand on a ﬂat surface which should

support a weight of 330Lbs (150kg). Surface must be level relative

to the coach ﬂoor plane.

NOTE: A slope that is comfortable to live with, and from normal

transportation is acceptable.

●If the appliance is to be placed onto the carpet, support it with a

wooden board. Do not place the appliance directly on the carpet, as

the heat from the compressor may cause the carpet to fade.

●For best and most efﬁcient operation, the refrigerator should

operate within 50°F ~ 126°F (10°C ~ 52°C). If installing near large

heat sources, such as furnaces, ﬁreplaces, furnaces, etc. Ensure

a thermal barrier, such as wood paneling isolates the refrigerator

space as not to hinder performance of the appliance.

Refrigerator Cabinet/Enclosure Preparation

●The built-in refrigerator is designed for 0" clearance to the sides,

top. There is an intentional ¼" clearance between the back of the

unit and cabinet to allow the service wire to enter the cabinet space.

Frame the cabinet to the dimensions indicated below:

¼” space wire entrance

to the cabinet

1/4"

W H D

23½"±¹⁄8" 527/8"±¹⁄8" 24"±¹⁄8"

●Squareness of the cabinet/enclosure needs to be within the "W" &

"H" dimensions described in two places on either end. The diagonal

measurement should be within ³⁄8" from each other.

●The base support of the cabinet/enclosure must be prepared with a

0 degree slope. If the existing cabinet/enclosure has a base with a

slope, shimming is required to level and support the refrigerator.

NOTE: Cabinet/enclosures of absorption style fridges may be

built with a 3 degree slope towards the rear. The slope is to allow

moisture drainage towards the sidewall vent.

●The cooling system is a forced air closed loop design, with inlet and

exhaust on the bottom front of the unit. The enclosure does not need

to be ventilated for any purpose. There is also no need for additional

insulation on sides and top of the enclosure. The enclosure can be

treated as a normal cabinet enclosure of the living space.

●Face surfaces of the cabinet enclosure made from solid MDF should

contain a softwood backing as a skeleton for mounting support, and

to reduce splitting.

NOTE: A softwood core with MDF laminate, or a soft/hardwood face

will be sufﬁcient without a skeleton backing.

Electrical Connection

WARNING

Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried

out by a qualiﬁed or competent person.

All Girard products referenced in this manual are to be installed in

accordance with local and national codes, including the latest editions of

the following standards:

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USA:

●NFPA 1192

●NFPA 70

●ANSI/RVIA low Voltage

Canada:

●C22.1

●CSA Z240

The appliance is powered by Nominal DC 12V and must be supplied

at SAFETY EXTRA-LOW VOLTAGE circuit, a listed power converter that

conforms to UL 458 and/or C22.2 No. 107.1 is required.

Circuit Wiring Based on Voltage Drop:

Circuit wiring, gauge (AWG), length, and routing is to be determined by

the installer. It must not exceed a voltage drop at the appliance of more

than .4V DC.

To Measure: Start the appliance from warm, isolate and measure

the voltage difference between each DC12V power source(s) and the

appliance connection. If the Voltage drop exceeds .4V DC, the length of

wire should be shortened, and/or Wire gauge (AWG) increased.

Circuit Rating: Min 15Amp, Max 40Amp. Do not share circuit with any

other utilization equipment.

NOTE: The circuit must be fused appropriately for the wire gauge (AWG)

used, within 18" of the DC 12V power source.

Only a single blow fuse or manual resettable breaker is allowed, auto-

resetting breakers must not be used. Do not add an additional fuse to

the pigtail end of the appliance.

The following is a starting guideline for wire sizing and should be

adjusted based on actual voltage drop:

●Max 20ft = 10AWG

●Max 35ft = 8AWG

●Max 55ft = 6AWG

Installation TIPS:

●Voltage drop can be reduced by terminating the -12V (white) lead

directly to the vehicle chassis.

●-12V (white) and Ground (Green) leads can be combined at the

appliance or individually terminated.

Supply Wire

Pigtail Harness

from Refrigerator

Not Provided

●Enter supply wire into the cabinet space. It is acceptable to enter

through the cabinet ﬂoor, sidewall, backwall or ceiling. Ensure that

the wire enters within the free cabinet space behind the refrigerator.

●Girard recommends dropping the 12V supply wire from the upper

ceiling or upper rear wall. Temporarily afﬁx the wires to the upper

half of the appliance with tape so that excess wire will droop

without risk of rubbing with the appliance chassis and ﬂoor during

installation.

Drainage Preparation

The cavity condensate drainage is captured in a drain pan integrated

with the unit. No external drainage needs to be prepared at this point.

Securing the Refrigerator

1. Center the appliance in the cabinet and adjust to align the trim

evenly to cover gaps. If the trim is uneven or protruding from the

cabinet face, ensure the cabinet base is level and add shims to align.

Do not force the appliance chassis into position as this will tweak it

out of shape.

2. Afﬁx the refrigerator to the cabinet using the appropriate screws for

the material (Fig 1 & 2). Ensure that the screw afﬁxes into a soft or

hardwood substrate for support. Mounting only into MDF material is

not sufﬁcient.

NOTE: If securing a refrigerator in a cabinet with a sidewall vent, no

additional mounting or sealing is necessary on the rear of the appliance.

Fig. 1Fig. 1

Fig. 2Fig. 2

3. Install the air vent and tighten the screws. (Fig. 3)

Fig. 3Fig. 3

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Operation

The appliance has a low-voltage shut-off function, intended to protect

your RV battery's from excessive drain.

NOTE: This function controls compressor operation only, a small electric

current is still used for the LED cavity light and low-voltage monitoring

system. Once voltage is increased, the system will automatically begin

normal operation.

The cavity LED light will also turn off after 3 minutes of the door being

open. The 3-minute timer can be reset by closing and re-opening the

door.

Temperature Control

CAUTION

Proper food storage temperatures is important to reduce the risk of

foodborne illness bacteria.

The temperature control knob is located in the fresh food compartment

of the refrigerator. It is designed to set the temperature from cold to

coldest or turn the refrigeration system off.

The recommended operating temperatures for proper food storage is as

follows:

Compartment Temperature

Fridge 36°F~40°F (2°C~4°C)

Freezer < 0°F (< -18°C)

Turn the thermostat to max when ﬁrst starting the refrigerator and

after putting large quantities of food in. After a few hours turn it down

between mid and max position to reach the recommended operating

temperature setting. This will ensure the cabinet is thoroughly chilled

before food is placed into the refrigerator. Placing large amounts of food

may require additional cooling time to bring the temperature down.

Several conditions may require adjustment of the temperature dial, use

the following chart as a guideline.

Mid

Min Max

Thermostat

Setting

Fridge

Temperature

Freezer

Temperature

Max 30°F(-1.1°C) -11.2°F(-24°C)

Between Max and Mid 39.2°F(4°C) 1.4°F(-17°C)

Mid 43.7°F(6.5°C) 5°F(-15°C)

Between Mid and Min 45.5°F(7.5°C) 6.8°F(-14°C)

Min 46.4°F(8°C) 8.6°F(-13°C)

NOTE: The above chart is a guideline deﬁned based on ideal

ambient conditions of 77°F (25°C). Several factors can alter the

performance, a refrigerator thermometer should be placed to achieve

maximum performance.

NOTE: If power is lost during operation, the refrigerator will automatically

resume operation after 3 to 5 minutes. The temperature knob does not

need to be adjusted or cycled to restart the refrigerator.

Off Grid Usage

●Where grid power is not available, the “OFF GRID” setting can be

used to maximize battery life.

●During travel, where a tow vehicle will provide constant battery

charging, it is recommended to operate the refrigerator at a normal

temperature setting dial (refer to “Temperature Control” section).

Once you have arrived and are dependent on your battery reserve,

rotate the knob to the “OFF GRID” setting of the dial.

●It is recommended to store meat and dairy products towards the

back and middle shelf of your refrigerator. Utilize the other space of

the refrigerator for beverages, condiments, and produce.

NOTE: Operation time of refrigerator in "OFF GRID" mode depends

on, but not limited to, factors such as; ambient temperature, battery

capacity, condition of battery, thermostat setting, food qty, and

frequency of door openings. Reference the below chart to adjust

operation time based on ambient temperature.

Ambient Temperature Operation Time

68°F(20°C) 100%

77°F(25°C) 80%

90°F(32.2°C) 55%

110°F(43°C) 25%

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Extreme Temperature Usage

The normal operating temperature for this appliance is 50°F (10°C) to

109.4°F (43°C).

The refrigerator can be used in ambient temperatures between 109.4°F

(43°C) and 125.6°F (52°C), but expect reduced cooling performance. If

the ambient temperature exceeds 125.6°F (52°C), allow the inside of

the coach to cool down before turning on. If the ambient temperature is

below 50°F (10°C), the dial control may need to be turned towards max

to operate the refrigerator. The freezer can be operated with ambient

temperatures below 32°F (0°C), but expect the refrigerator to be frozen.

Girard recommends increasing the ambient temperatures above 50°F

(10°C) for best results.

Adjusting the Shelf (Optional)

WARNING

To avoid the possibility of child entrapment, do not remove any shelf

from the refrigerator. Shelving is intended to deter children from play

in the compartment area.

The refrigerator and freezer shelves are ﬁxed in the compartments

from the factory. Shelving adjustment is possible with the following

Instruction:

NOTE: The instructions will walk through the freezer compartment

shelving, but apply to all shelving.

To adjust the freezer compartment shelf position:

1. Open the compartment door. (Fig. 4)

Fig. 4Fig. 4

2. Lever the shelf ﬁxing screw cover using a sharp tool.

(Fig. 5)

Fig. 5Fig. 5

Shelf FixingShelf Fixing

Screw CoverScrew Cover

3. Loosen the ﬁxing screw using a Phillips screwdriver. (Fig. 6)

Fig. 6Fig. 6

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to loosen the shelf ﬁxing screw on the other

side. Pull to remove the shelf out from its original position. (Fig. 7)

Fig. 7Fig. 7

5. Slide the shelf into an appropriate position and ﬁx with screw. (Fig. 8)

Fig. 8Fig. 8

Repeat the process for shelving in the refrigerator.

Storage Lock

Utilize the Storage Lock, provided in the accessories package with the

unit, to prop the door open during extended storage. This will provide air

ﬂow throughout to reduce moisture and odors.

NOTE: It is not recommended to leave the Storage Lock in position

during traveling, vibration may shake the latch loose.

1. Press the Storage Lock onto the lock bracket directly to install it.

2. Press both sides of the Storage Lock as per the arrows shown in Fig.

9 and pull to remove the Storage Lock.

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Storage Lock

Lock Bracket

Fig. 9Fig. 9

3. Close the doors so that the door latch engages with the storage lock.

Transportation

Your refrigerator is designed to operate during normal transportation

of your coach. Please refer to the following guidelines to assist during

transportation.

●During long trips, leave your refrigerator off until 3 hours before

your destination arrival. This will help reduce any moisture/ice

accumulation and accidental battery discharging.

●Avoid traveling with food in the cavity. Wait until you have arrived to

your destination and remove any remaining food before departing.

●Never transport with the Storage lock in place.

●Turn refrigerator to "OFF" if climbing/crawling any off-road grades.

Compressor oil should resettle within 2 hours.

Energy Saving Tips

●When possible, place your coach or refrigeration in a position to

avoid direct sun.

●Cool down the hot food to normal temperature before putting them

into the refrigerator.

●Be sure to wrap foods properly, and wipe containers dry before

placing them in the refrigerator. This could prevent frost buildup

inside the refrigerator.

●Organize and label the food to reduce door openings and long time

searches.

Extended Storage

Any time the unit is not to be in-use, it is considered "extended storage".

Follow the below steps to properly prepare the unit for storage:

1. Remove all food and turn the dial to off.

2. Let any accumulated ice thaw, and dry out with a towel.

3. Disconnect power(either via main disconnect switch, and turning the

converter off or fuse).

4. Remove charcoal ﬁlter to preserve charcoal activation, replace with a

new ﬁlter every season or after three months of active use.

5. Install door Storage Lock.

See the "Storage Lock" section about how to install the Storage

Lock.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Refrigerator Interior Cleaning

It is recommended to clean the interior as needed due to spills and other

cleaning needs, or each time a new charcoal ﬁlter is replaced.

Refrigerator Exterior Cleaning

To maintain good appearance of your refrigerator, it is recommended to

clean it regularly.

Mix together one to two tablespoon of baking soda and one quart of

water. Wipe down the walls and glass doors of the refrigerator with

this solution, then rinse it with water. Wipe the refrigerator dry. Avoid

using abrasive cleaners and scrubbing pads or they will damage the

refrigerator surfaces.

Battery Maintenance

Your refrigerator has an automatic shut-off switch, should the voltage

drop below 9.6V at the terminal connection. This is to help prevent

permanent damage to your batteries.

NOTE: Once voltage is re-established the refrigerator will begin

working automatically per the setting of the dial.

When possible maintain the ﬂoat voltage listed on your battery. Solar

is a good way to maintain battery voltage if a local power source is not

available.

Replacing the Charcoal Filter

Replace the charcoal ﬁlter by pulling it out from the refrigerator as

shown in Fig. 10 and replace with a new one.

Fig. 10Fig. 10

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Circuit Diagram

Red

GND

Green

To Chassis / 12V Ground

12V Power

10.2~14.2V DC

Inverter PCB

Blue

Black

Thermostat

Green

F+

F-

Fuse 15A

Compressor

Red

White

Red

Black Cooling

Fan

White

Compartment

Light (LED)

Timer

3 min.

Door

Switch

Speciﬁcations

Capacity (cu. ft.) 10 cu. ft.

Product Dimensions (W x H x D) 24¼ x 60¹⁄8x 25¾” (616 x 1528 x 655mm)

Recessed Dimensions (W x H x D) 23¼ x 525/8x 23¾” (592 x 1338 x 604mm)

Net Weight (lbs/kg) GRF10DBGL

GRF10DBGR 139lbs / 63kg

Rated Power Supply Voltage DC 12V (Min. 9.6V to max. 17V)

Rated Current 11A @ start-up & maximum cooling setting

Temperature Range Refrigerator Compartment: +32°F ~ +50°F (0°C ~ 10°C)

Freezer Compartment: -4°F ~ +10.4°F (-20°C ~ -12°C)

Typical Runtime (Off Grid Usage,

49 hours @ 77°F (25°C)

31 hours @ 90°F (32.2°C)

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