Designed for outdoor enthusiasts, this 28-litre electric cooler from Hi-Gear ensures your food and drinks stay refreshingly cold during adventures. Its primary win is maintaining temperatures up to 18 degrees Celsius below ambient, powered by either mains or your car's 12V socket, though its passive cooling capability is limited to just 2 hours without power. It's ideal for road trips, picnics, and camping, offering convenience and portability.
Temperature Control Dial: Easily adjust the cooling level to suit your needs, ensuring optimal preservation for various items.
Integrated Carry Handle: Designed for convenience, the robust handle allows for effortless transport from your car to your picnic spot or campsite.
Compact and Lightweight Design: With dimensions of 46 x 31 x 43cm and a weight of 7.1kg, it's engineered for portability without sacrificing capacity.
Easy-to-Clean Sealed Interior: The wipe-clean sealed interior makes maintenance simple, preventing spills and odors from lingering.
Click Lock Lid: Secures the contents and helps maintain internal temperature, reducing energy loss and ensuring freshness.
Dual Power Options: Includes both 240V mains and 12V in-car plug cables, offering versatile power solutions for home, car, or campsite use.
Passive Cooling Capability: Can keep contents cool without power for approximately 2 hours, useful for short transfers or brief power outages.
Efficient Cooling: Keeps contents up to 18 degrees Celsius cooler than the ambient temperature, ideal for hot weather.
Versatile Power: Operates on both standard household power (240V) and vehicle power (12V).
Portable Design: Integrated handle, compact size, and relatively low weight make it easy to move.
Simple Maintenance: The sealed, wipe-clean interior simplifies hygiene and upkeep.
Secure Storage: Click lock lid ensures contents are safe and insulation is maintained.
Limited Passive Cooling: Only retains coolness for about 2 hours without active power, requiring continuous power for extended use.
Not a Freezer: Provides cooling, not freezing capabilities, so frozen items will eventually thaw.
Temperature Differential: Cooling performance is relative to ambient temperature; in extremely hot conditions, contents may still be warmer than desired.
Efficient Cooling: Keeps contents up to 18 degrees Celsius cooler than the ambient temperature, ideal for hot weather.
Versatile Power: Operates on both standard household power (240V) and vehicle power (12V).
Portable Design: Integrated handle, compact size, and relatively low weight make it easy to move.
Simple Maintenance: The sealed, wipe-clean interior simplifies hygiene and upkeep.
Secure Storage: Click lock lid ensures contents are safe and insulation is maintained.
Limited Passive Cooling: Only retains coolness for about 2 hours without active power, requiring continuous power for extended use.
Not a Freezer: Provides cooling, not freezing capabilities, so frozen items will eventually thaw.
Temperature Differential: Cooling performance is relative to ambient temperature; in extremely hot conditions, contents may still be warmer than desired.
The Hi-Gear 28-Litre Electric Cooler excels in situations where you need to keep food and drinks chilled for extended periods away from a conventional refrigerator. It's particularly well-suited for:
Road Trips and Commutes: Plug it into your car's 12V socket to ensure drinks, snacks, and packed lunches remain cold throughout long drives. Imagine arriving at your destination with perfectly chilled beverages.
Picnics and Day Trips: Transport sandwiches, salads, fruits, and drinks to parks or beaches. The integrated carry handle makes it easy to move from your vehicle to your chosen spot.
Camping and Caravanning: Use the 240V mains cable at powered campsites or the 12V cable while on the move to keep provisions fresh for several days.
Outdoor Events: Keep refreshments cold during garden parties, sporting events, or festivals. The ability to maintain temperatures up to 18°C below ambient ensures a refreshing experience even on hot days.
This cooler doesn't freeze but significantly lowers the internal temperature. For optimal performance, pre-chill contents before placing them inside the cooler. This reduces the workload on the cooling system and helps it reach desired temperatures faster. Ensure adequate ventilation around the cooler, especially the back, to prevent overheating and maintain efficiency. The 'up to 18°C cooler than ambient' means if the outside temperature is 30°C, the interior could reach 12°C, which is ideal for most perishables and beverages.
Unpack: Remove the cooler and all accessories from the packaging.
Connect Power: Choose the appropriate power cable.
For home/campsite use, plug the 240V mains cable into the cooler's input socket and then into a standard wall outlet.
For in-car use, plug the 12V car adapter cable into the cooler's input socket and then into your vehicle's 12V accessory socket (cigarette lighter).
Load Contents: For best results, pre-chill food and drinks before placing them inside the cooler.
Activate: Turn the temperature control dial to your desired setting. An indicator light (if present) should illuminate, confirming power.
Power Sources: Compatible with standard 240V AC household outlets and 12V DC vehicle accessory sockets.
Capacity: The 28-litre capacity is suitable for holding approximately 30-36 standard 330ml cans or several larger bottles and food containers.
Cleaning: The sealed interior is designed for easy cleaning. Simply wipe down the inside with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Ensure it is completely dry before closing or storing.
Exterior: Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners or solvents.
Storage: When not in use, ensure the cooler is clean and dry. Store it in a cool, dry place with the lid slightly ajar to prevent odor buildup.
Ventilation: Always ensure the cooler's ventilation openings (typically at the back) are unobstructed during operation to maintain cooling efficiency and prevent overheating. Do not cover the vents.