12V DC Power Operation
Thermoelectric Coolers
1. Remove the DC power cable from inside the thermoelectric cooler.
2. Locate the plug receptacle on the Cool Chill™ unit and insert one end of
the DC cable into the cooler receptacle (Figure 1).
3. Plug the other end of the power cord into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter
(Figure 2). For the best contact, be sure that your cigarette lighter is free
of debris and corrosion.
4. Your Cool Chill™ thermoelectric cooler can also be used with household
current by plugging the DC cable into an optional Igloo AC converter
(Figure 3).
120V/230V AC Power Operation
Thermoelectric AC/DC Coolers
Igloo’s optional 110/120-volt (U.S. and Canada) or 220/240-volt (Europe) AC
internal power supply transforms 110-volt or 230-volt AC power to 12-volt
DC current so that the your Cool Chill™ can operate on standard household
power (Figure 3).
1. Remove the AC converter from its box (may be inside cooler).
2. Insert the plug end of the DC power cable into the round cylinder
(adapter socket) of the AC converter cord.
3. Insert the plug end of the AC converter into any 110-volt (U.S. or Canada)
or 230-volt (Europe) household AC outlet. Do not use any other method
of connecting your unit to AC current. Fire or shock may occur.
Typical Operating Characteristics
Thermoelectric units cool like a refrigerator. If a cold drink or food is put into
a cold refrigerator, it will stay cold. But if a warm drink or food is put into
a refrigerator, it will take time for the item to reach the lower temperature
desired. Likewise, the Cool Chill™ unit will always perform at its best when
it is filled with food or beverages which have been prechilled. For maximum
cooling performance, plug in the thermoelectric cooler and let it cool down
for approximately 3 hours before filling it with food and beverages.
Cool Chill™ thermoelectric coolers do not have a thermostat, therefore
it is normal for the units to run continuously without shutting off at a
predetermined temperature. This means that their cooling ability is affected
by the air temperature around them. For example, where a constant room
temperature of 24ºC (75ºF) is maintained, the unit will cool to approximately
3ºC (37ºF). Typically, Cool Chill thermoelectric coolers will cool to 21ºC (38ºF)
below the ambient temperature. To ensure optimum cooling performance,
always keep your unit out of direct sunlight.
Foods and beverages will continue to stay cool after the Cool Chill™ is
disconnected, but the food storage temperature will change over time to that
of the surrounding air. Observe common-sense hygiene rules. Do not eat or
drink perishable items that may have spoiled or become contaminated as a
result of improper temperature control.
It is normal for thermoelectric coolers to collect condensate inside the
unit, especially when operated in high ambient temperatures or humid
environments. This is not a malfunction. Droplets can be wiped from the unit
with a dry, clean cloth.
Maintenance Procedures
1. Keep the power cord and cigarette lighter socket clean at all times.
Tobacco particles in the socket or on the plug can adversely affect
cooler performance.
2. Before cleaning the Cool Chill™ cooler, be certain it is disconnected
from all power sources. Wipe the inside of the cooler clean with a
warm, damp cloth. No not use harsh or abrasive cleaners. A mild soap
or baking soda solution is typically sufficient for this purpose.
3. To clean the air vents of dust, ensure that the Cool Chill™ cooler is
disconnected from all power sources. Remove dust by gently cleaning
with a soft brush or use a vacuum cleaner.
4. Should the 8-amp fuse in the DC cable require replacement: unscrew
the tip of the plug; remove the used fuse; insert the new fuse; and
reattach the tip of the plug.
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