Famous domestic-made Polyus brand refrigerators rightfully occupy far from the last place among refrigeration equipment. They are an excellent option for a summer house or a rented apartment, as they have many advantages compared to foreign counterparts.
Pole in a modern interior
Distinctive features
The production of refrigerators is carried out using reliable Italian equipment. Component parts are installed both locally and ordered from foreign manufacturers.
The main advantages of the Polyus brand refrigeration equipment are as follows:
- Compact dimensions. A refrigerator can even be installed in a small hotel room.
- Silent work.
- The use of R600 refrigerant makes it possible to significantly reduce energy consumption.
- Large selection of refrigerating chamber volumes up to 267 liters.
- An important advantage is the budget cost: from 8 to 20 thousand rubles.
- The Pole refrigerator is shown with various models having one or more chambers. The manufacturer also produces built-in options, individual freezers.
- The design of the doors allows you to install the equipment absolutely anywhere.
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Model Pole 10
The most popular is the old model Pole 10, developed in 1995. The photo shows the refrigerator of this model. It is single-chamber, has a metal case, and is trimmed inside with plastic. A 36 liter freezer is integrated inside.
A control panel is installed on the inner wall of the refrigerator, including the following features:
- thermoregulation
- control of the degree of lighting,
- semi-automatic defrosting of the freezer.
Convenient is the ability to adjust the angle of the open door. That is, if necessary, you can limit it, for example, to 90 degrees.
Model Pole 10
Main characteristics
For cooling, isobutane is used in this model. The volume of the refrigerator is 240 l, and the freezer is 36 l. As already mentioned, everything inside is finished with plastic (including door frames), but the main shelves are presented in the form of metal grates.
The freezer is cooled to -12 degrees, it can freeze up to 2.5 kg of food per day.
It is worth noting that the Pole 10 is considered a fairly noisy model, it is better not to install it in living rooms.
The refrigerator must not be cleaned without being disconnected from the power supply; it must not be installed in direct sunlight, near heat sources. It should be remembered that before shutting down the temperature controller must be set to 0, and it is recommended to defrost every 7 days.
Repair Features
Before starting any repair work on an old Pole refrigerator, it is usually required to dismantle a certain element.
Consider the three most common types of work.
- The door is dismantled in several stages:
- unscrewing screws with washers,
- table and base removal,
- removing the top hinge and then the entire refrigerator door.
- Removing an old refrigeration unit involves several specific steps:
- taking out the pallet,
- removing the handle for thermoregulation,
- removing the evaporator cap with the lamp (for this you need to unscrew the screw),
- remove the two screws, and then the gasket located near the bellows tube and the holder of this tube for temperature control and defrosting device.
To completely remove the refrigeration unit before repair, you will need to unscrew all the bolts, carefully remove the washers and spring clip, the refrigerator relay pole, the cover and disconnect the wiring from the relay.
- Removing electrical wiring is also a complex procedure. First of all, it is necessary to snap off the terminals from the instrument unit and unscrew the screw on the rear panel of the case. After that, you can remove the polyethylene clamp. The final stage is the removal of the clamp and the wiring itself. The photo shows the circuit diagram of the old Pole refrigerator.
Model Pole 2
Instructions for the refrigerator Pole 2 largely coincides with the above model of this manufacturer.
The main differences are in the dimensions of the equipment:
- total volume of the refrigerator: 168 l,
- usable volume: 148 l,
- width: 55 cm
- depth: 52 cm
- height: 115 cm.
The temperature mode of the pole 2 refrigerator is controlled by a temperature controller on the instrument panel. There is also installed a device for semi-automatic defrosting of both chambers, lighting of the internal space of the equipment when open. At the bottom of the refrigerator, a start-up relay is installed.
Thawing is recommended to be done weekly, and any repair work should only be started by following the appropriate instructions.
The appearance of the model in question can be seen in the photo below. The refrigerator has two chambers: a refrigerator and a freezer. It works from one compressor, it has one door. The freezer is equipped with an additional plastic door.
Inside, the refrigerator has a plastic coating, containers for storing vegetables are also made of plastic. Shelves are iron grates.
With proper care of household appliances, operation can last for decades. Repair of Pole refrigerators is not difficult, since the entire device and technical specifications are presented in detail in the instructions.
Features and models of "Polyus" refrigerators
Models of the Polyus brand refrigerators are made in the format of a classic rectangular cabinet. Most common models are made in the form of a single-chamber device, no frills. The products of the Zlatoust machine-building plant Polyus should be classified as compact units that will not interfere in small rooms. Of the main advantages of refrigeration equipment of this brand are:
- Opportunity to reposition the wings - this way the refrigerator can be placed in a better position The procedure can be performed independently according to the instructions.
- Options for small models - it is possible to choose a compact unit with sufficient capacity. For example - the Pole 10 refrigerator has an internal space of 260 liters.
- Unit cooling is performed by the compressor system variant, which is charged with R12 freon. This type of refrigerant does not carry much danger, but it is practically not used anywhere in the world today.
During repairs, the compressor system is charged with R600 brand Freon - energy consumption is reduced, and in case of breakdown there is no danger of poisoning people in the room. The doors of refrigerators of this manufacturer are equipped with a limiter for the opening width - it can be adjusted by setting it to 90º or 120º. The exact technical characteristics and dimensions of the device can be specified in the passport of a specific model.
Attention! If the compressor of the old model of the Polyus refrigeration unit is out of order, but the rest of the system and housing are in good condition, the motor can be replaced with a more modern one. But, for such work it is better to contact the repairman - the unit should be selected in accordance with the characteristics, and violations in the amount of refrigerant can lead to premature breakdown of the equipment.
Pole 2
The Pole-2 refrigerator (KSh-160) is made in the form of a single-door cabinet with a capacity of 168 liters. Inside the case there is a low-temperature compartment, where the temperature is maintained at -12 ° C - it is separated from the general space by a plastic shutter. The performance in the main chamber of the Pole-2 refrigerator is regulated by a thermal relay, which is located inside the compartment. The parameters of this unit are as follows:
- height - 115 cm
- width - 55 cm
- depth - 52 cm.
The inner surface of the refrigerator has a plastic coating. For placement of products, the box is equipped with metal shelves and vegetable drawers. Defrosting this model of the refrigerator is done manually - this procedure should be carried out at least 1 time per week. Common problems can be solved by the recommendations indicated in the manual - an application with a table of common faults.
Pole 5
The Pole-5 refrigerator (KSh-160) is a single-chamber cabinet made of sheet metal with a thermally insulated chamber. The interior is covered with plastic. The total capacity of this unit is 160 liters, with the allocation of additional fenced space under the low-temperature compartment. The dimensions of this refrigerator are as follows:
- height - 117 cm
- width - 56 cm
- depth - 58 cm.
According to the approved characteristics, the weight of the equipped box does not exceed 63 kg. The internal space is additionally provided with metal trellised shelves, plastic containers for fruits and vegetables and an ice mold. On the sash there are balcony shelves for storing sauces, eggs and bottles.
Pole 7
The household refrigerator of the Polyus-7 brand (KSh-180) is presented as a single-door box of the floor type. The capacity of the camera is 180 liters, with the allocation of space for the low-temperature compartment. In the freezer part of the chamber, separated by a plastic door, a temperature of -12ºС is maintained. The dimensions of this model of the refrigerator are as follows:
- height - 117 cm
- width - 56 cm
- depth - 60 cm.
Temperature control is possible through a thermal relay, the handle of which is located in the main compartment of the refrigeration unit. An instruction is attached to the refrigerator, which indicates possible problems with the unit and methods for solving them. If a simple breakdown cannot be found in the document, then the best way out is to contact a repair service.
Reference! To defrost a refrigeration unit of this model, you should completely free up the internal space and disconnect it from the network. To carry out such a procedure is recommended at least 1 time per month.
Pole 9
“Pole-9” (KSh-220P) is a household refrigeration cabinet made in the form of a single-chamber device. The casing is made of sheet steel with plastic coating inside. To ensure normal temperature readings, a thermally insulating material is laid and a sealant is installed on the door. The dimensions of this model are as follows:
- height - 115 cm
- width - 60 cm
- depth - 60 cm.
With a total capacity of 220 liters, 27 liters are allocated to the low-temperature compartment. This space is cut off from the main part of the camera with a plastic shutter.
Attention! The refrigerator is equipped with a semi-automatic defrosting system, but the repair specialists do not recommend using this function - it is better to defrost it manually.
Pole 10
The refrigerator of the Polyus-10 model (KSh-260), a single-chamber type, is recognized as one of the most common among the products of the Zlatoust plant. The main reason for such attention is the comparative novelty of the unit, it was released in 1995. With a total capacity of 260 liters, 36 liters are allocated for the freezer compartment. Inside the case there is a thermostat regulator, due to which you can set the nominal temperature of the refrigerator. In the low-temperature compartment, a temperature of -12 ° C is maintained. The parameters of the refrigerator case of this “Pole” model are as follows:
- height - 140 cm
- width - 60 cm
- depth - 60 cm.
The metal case inside is covered with plastic panels with shelf holders. The control panel, which is located inside the case of the refrigeration unit, allows you to debug the temperature, set the brightness of the lighting and start the semi-automatic defrosting of the low-temperature compartment. Using this function, you cannot quickly defrost the refrigerator, but it is left on.
With semi-automatic defrosting, you need to be careful - many users have encountered an accidental start of the mode and dropping of the button in the Pole 260 units. To turn off the defrost, it is recommended to simply carry out this procedure by disconnecting from the power supply or heating the thermocouple, which is responsible for automatically switching off the mode.
Reference! In addition to the indicated models of refrigerators, the freezer of the Zlatoust factory “Polyus-114” was widely used (not to be confused with the modern freezer “Biryusa 114”). This unit has overall dimensions 85/60/60 with a capacity of 100 liters.
Recommendations for use and preparation for work
After acquiring or transporting the Polyus refrigerator of any model, it is necessary to carry out preliminary preparation of the equipment for operation. The main features of the installation and inclusion of such equipment are indicated in the operating instructions and they correspond to the following:
- Humidity in the room where the refrigerator will operate should not exceed 80%.
- Temperature indicators at which the unit can function normally are limited to 40 ° C.
- The refrigerator must not be placed in the immediate vicinity with a sink, gas stove or radiator (natural grounding is dangerous).
- Heat sources are located no closer than 1 m from the refrigerator or there is a partition.
Immediately before installing the Pole in a permanent place, you need to remove the transportation fasteners of the compressor and the door. The handle of the refrigerators is removable - to install it, insert the first bolt, and only then combine the second hole, since skew is possible. When setting the level, to close the sash in a normal position, you should take a slight bias back. During operation recommend:
- Regularly defrost the freezer and refrigerator compartments according to the instructions (if the refrigerator is normal, then the defrost time does not exceed 1 hour).
- Perform sanitary cleaning of the surfaces inside the chamber using a soap solution without abrasive agents.
- If the refrigerator is left for several days, then it should be released and unplugged.
If there are problems with the normal operation of the Polyus refrigeration unit, you need to carefully look at the list of common problems and breakdowns in the attached passport or contact the service center to call the master at home.
Summary
Refrigerators and freezers "Polyus" of Soviet and post-Soviet production are classified as high-quality equipment. But, taking into account the age of this technique, it requires a careful and careful attitude. Most units manufactured at the Zlatoust Machine-Building Plant are classified as small-sized - the sizes of refrigerators do not exceed 1.5 m. Such cabinets are convenient to use in small rooms or in a country house. In case of breakdowns, some violations can be detected independently, but it is better to call the wizard - diagnostics without experience can take a lot of time, especially since it needs to be done correctly. When a compressor is needed in the Polyus refrigerators, the evaporative system is examined for leaks and freon is completely replaced, since the old type motors are no longer there.
Distinctive features
The Polyus models on the market are produced at the Soyuz Corporation subsidiary of the same name. The company is equipped with Italian equipment, the manufacturer uses both imported and domestic components when assembling refrigerators.
- The advantage of the Pole refrigerators is its small size and almost complete quiet operation. One of the model series of refrigerators does not have a compressor and is absorption. This allows you to install them in studio apartments and hotel rooms,
- the volume of the household refrigerator compartment varies from 30 to 267 liters, the modern refrigerant R600a (isobutane) is used as a cooler, which allows to reduce energy consumption,
- the assortment includes single-chamber, two-chamber, built-in models, free-standing freezers and minibars,
- devices have removable doors that allow you to place equipment anywhere in the kitchen or apartment,
- The cost of refrigerators of this brand starts at 9,000 rubles and ends at 20,000 rubles.
