Customer reviews for FIN-0005881

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  1. Happy camper again after a few adjustments

    Amazon · 5 out of 5 stars

    UPDATE: August 29, 2016 -- bumped my rating back up from 3-stars to 5 after Kalamera sent me a replacement control board that fixes the problem where the temp would reset to factory default (62 degrees) after a power interruption. Changing out the board was simple and took less than 10 minutes. I haven't experienced an actual power outage with the new board, but tested it by unplugging the power cord, then plugging it back in. When unit came back on, temp setting was the same as before, so it seems to have fixed the problem.Also, after 4-months of use, I've found that beverages stay more evenly cold if I don't try to pack the fridge to capacity. I've removed several of the shelves so that all of the cans stand upright, and I make sure that the interior fans in the back are not blocked. Plus, I keep a little space between each can to help with the cold air circulation. I've given up some capacity (60 beers will have to do!), but all of this has helped performance.UPDATE: June 4, 2016 -- took off 2-stars after discovering that after a power outage, the thermostat resets to its default setting, which is 62 degrees. We had a very brief power interruption (just a second or 2) overnight and discovered later the next evening when we were having a party that everything in the fridge had become warm. I contacted Kalamera support and confirmed that this is normal, i.e., the way it was engineered.We received this item a week ago but just got it up and running. So far so good. Arrived well-packaged and protected, so no issues with damage. Installation was a little tricky because of the close tolerances of our space. The power cord plug is straight and needed about 3" of clearance from the back wall to allow for the part of the plug that extended from the wall outlet + the space needed to allow for the cord to make a bend. I think they should make this with a flat, offset plug to allow for tight installations. The compressor itself is very quiet but we're getting some minor rattling noise - probably vibration between the cans and metal shelving. The temperature controls are accurate and do get the beverages cold, which is why we bought this model. Shelves can easily be removed to allow for room to stand up taller cans or bottles. The bottom shelf is shorter than the rest; we are using it to hold 16 (.5 liter) bottles of water. This is a heavy duty machine that we expect (and hope!) will last for many years.

    MrsEd · Verified buyer · May 7, 2016

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  2. Nice Beverage Fridge!

    Amazon · 5 out of 5 stars

    Received well packaged and have had for 3 days now. Plugged it in right away and the temp said 91 degrees (fresh off the FedEx truck and it was a warm day). Set the internal temp at 40 and watched that puppy drop and get there in 30 minutes. I have since lowered it to 39.We had to flip the door to get the handle on the side we wanted. Used a brand new razor to remove company logo on the glass and then just pushed it back on once the door was flipped (could've thrown it away, but what the hell). The process to flip the door was an easy one as they include the hinges to do so. Took less than 5 minutes.Runs quietly and the blue light inside is pretty cool at night. We removed the bottom shelf for more height and I can fit 19 Bud Select bottles in that space. The remaining shelves hold cans for us. Each one in the picture where they lay flat will hold 12 cans - 3 deep and 4 across. I'm actually surprised at the capacity for this being so small.Overall, it looks great and functions the way we want. Used to be a wine fridge in that space but previous owners took it with them and this fits our family's needs better since we aren't wine drinkers. Looking over all the reviews on these types of fridges gave me pause since they are such a mixed bag. We bought the $34 3 year warranty but are hoping, obviously, that we never need it. Will update the review if we do.

    Kindle Customer · Verified buyer · Jun 3, 2016

  3. 1st Time: Glass Shattered 2nd Time: Damaged Bottom and not getting cold

    Amazon · 1 out of 5 stars

    The package arrived both late and with the glass front shattered. There was no substantial bottom to the box and there was only packing tape holding it together. This really needs added padding and a thicker cardboard to ensure that the package arrives as expected.Updated (Ordered 2nd Time):===========================The two sides of the fridge at the bottom were dented, the vent had a larger gap on one side and small gap on the other, back panel was popup off a bit from the screws, and (minor) handle and part of door was little scratched.The damage looks like impact..as the balance nobs at the bottom look to have took some force and judging by the dent location.Please note that the package was not on wooden pallet again. I did notice some small chalk like black pellets inside the door after taking out the racks. I not sure if this is part of something inside the fridge or part of protection for the racks?I was upset about the dents but since it in the end this was to be going inside a counter......however after plugging it in the unit is not getting cold inside :-(

    Tom · Verified buyer · Jul 29, 2016

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