AEG-Electrolux RM6391L User Manual

Typ C40 / 110

T.B. 03/2003

English

EN

MANUAL

ABSORPTION REFRIGERATOR

for RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

RM 6390 (L)
RM 6391 (L)

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These operating instructions should be kept in a safe place.
If this device is passed on, please include these operating instructions with it.

© Dometic GmbH - 2003 - Subject to change without notice - Printed in Germany

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1.0 INTRODUCTION 4

2.0 FOR YOUR SAFETY 4

2.1 Warning and safety notices 4

2.2 Coolant 4

3.0 WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER 5
SERVICE

3.1 Damage in transit 5

4.0 DESCRIPTION OF MODEL 5

5.0 REFRIGERATOR GUIDE 5

5.1 Cleaning 5

5.2 Switching on the refrigerator 6

5.3 Switching off the refrigerator 8

5.4 Defrosting 9

5.5 Storing food 9

5.6 Making ice cubes 9

5.7 Door locking 9

5.8 Winter operation 10

5.9 Interior light 10

5.10 Changing the decor panel 11

5.11 Positioning the storage racks 11

5.12 Changing the doorhang 12

5.13 Troubleshooting 13

5.14 Maintenance 13

5.15 Environmental hints 14

5.16 Disposal 14

5.17 Energy-saving tips 14

5.18 Technical data 15

5.19 Declaration of conformity15

6.0 INSTALLATION GUIDE 16

6.1 Installation 16

6.2 Draught-free installation 17

6.3 Ventilation and air extraction 18

6.4 Installation of the ventilation 19

system

6.5 Securing the refrigerator 19

6.6 Installation recess 20

6.7 Fume extraction 21

6.8 Gas installation 22

6.9 Electrical installation 24

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION

You have made an excellent choice in selecting the Dometic Absorption Refrigerator.
We are sure that you will be fully satisfied with your new appliance in all respects.

The appliance, which works silently, meets high quality standards and guarantees
the efficient utilisation of resources and energy throughout its entire life cycle, during
manufacture, in use and when being disposed of.

Before you start to use the appliance, please read the installation and operating
instructions carefully.
The refrigerator is designed for installation in leisure vehicles such as caravans or
motorcaravans. The appliance has been certified for this application in accordance with
EU Gas Directive 90/396/EEC.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Warning and safety notices

 Never use a naked flame to check the appliance for leaks.

 Protect children!

When disposing of the refrigerator, remove all refrigerator doors and leave the
storage rack in the refrigerator. This will prevent accidental locking in or suffocation.

 If you smell gas:

- close the locking tap of the gas supply and the valve on the cylinder.

- open the windows and leave the room.

- do not switch on anything electrical.

- extinguish naked flames.

 Never open the cooling unit; it is under high pressure.
 Work on the gas, flue system and electrical components must only be

carried out by qualified service personnel

.

 It is imperative that the operating pressure should correspond to the data given on

the model plate of the appliance.

 Compare the operating pressure data given on the model plate with the data on the

pressure monitor of the liquid gas cylinder.

 Liquid gas cylinders may only be changed by qualified personnel.
 Gas operation of the appliance is not permitted while travelling on ferries.

 Covers ensure electrical safety and must only be removed using a tool.
 The appliance must not be exposed to rain.
 The refrigerator is not suitable for the proper storage of medications.

Coolant

Ammonia is used as a coolant.
This is a natural compound also used in household cleaning agents (1 litre of
Salmiak cleaner contains up to 200g of ammonia - about twice as much as is used in
the refrigerator). Sodium chromate is used for corrosion protection (less than 2% of the
coolant).
In the event of leakage (easily identifiable from the unpleasant odour):

 switch off the appliance.
 air the room thoroughly.
 inform the authorised Customer Service department.

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2.1

2.2

Danger Attention

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WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER SERVICE

Warranty arrangements are in accordance with EC Directive 44/1999/CE and the
normal conditions applicable for the country concerned. For warranty or other
servicing, please contact our Dometic Service department. Any damage due to
improper use is not covered by the warranty. The warranty does not cover any modifi
cations to the appliance or the use of non-original Dometic parts;
the warranty does not apply if the installation and operating instructions are not
adhered to and no liability shall be entertained. Parts can be ordered throughout
Europe from our Dometic Service department. Your Service Centre contact numbers
numbers are found in the European Service Network booklet

When contacting Dometic Service, please state the model and product numbers,
together with the MLC Code, if applicable. You will find this information on the data
plate inside the refrigerator.

Damage in transit

After removing the packaging, check whether the refrigerator has been damaged
during transportation.

Any damage sustained in transit must be reported to the transportation company
concerned no later than seven days after delivery of the goods.

DESCRIPTION OF MODEL

REFRIGERATOR GUIDE

Cleaning

Before using the refrigerator, it is advisable to clean the appliance both inside and
out.

 Use a soft cloth and lukewarm water with a mild detergent.
 Then rinse the appliance with clean water and dry thoroughly.
 Remove dust from the refrigerator unit at yearly intervals using a brush or soft cloth.

To avoid deterioration of materials:

 Do not use soap or hard, abrasive or soda-based cleaning agents.
 Do not allow the door seal to come into contact with oil or grease.

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RM 6390 L

e.g.

Refrigerator Mobil /
Mobile Absorber Refrigerator

Last digit 0 = manual ignition
Last digit 1 = automatic ignition

L with interior light

3.1

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Using the refrigerator

 The refrigerator is silent in operation.
 When the appliance is first put into operation, there may be a mild odour which will

disappear after a few hours. Ensure the living area is well ventilated.

 The freezer compartment should be cold about one hour after switching on the

refrigerator.

 The refrigerator will take several hours to reach its operating temperature.

Controls

Note:

The refrigerator is equipped to operate off mains power, DC or liquid gas.
The desired power option is selected by means of energy selector switch (A).
Energy selector switch (A) has four settings: AC mains power, DC (12V),
gas (liquid gas), O (off).

5.2

5.2.1

A. Manual Ignition (e.g. RM 6390L)

B. Automatic Ignition ( e.g. RM 6391L)

A

B C

A

B

D

A = energy selector switch
B = gas/electric thermostat
C = manual ignition button (Piezo ignition)

Off

AC

DC

Gas

A = energy selector switch
B = gas/electric thermostat
D = automatic ignition indicator

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Electrical operation

1. 12V DC

The refrigerator should only be used while the motor is running.

1. Set energy selector switch (A) to.

The refrigerator operates without thermostatic
control (continuous operation).

2. Mains power

This option should only be selected where the supply voltage of the connection
for power supply corresponds to the value specified on the data plate.
Any difference in values may result in damage the appliance.

Gas operation

 The refrigerator should only be operated using liquid gas

(propane, butane).

 Operation using gas is prohibited in petrol stations.

1. Open the valve of the gas cylinder

2. Open the shut-off valve to the gas supply.

Proceed to the description that applies to YOUR model.

1. Manual ignition

5.2.2

5.2.3

1. Set energy
selector switch (A)
to gas.

2. Press and hold
rotary switch.

4. Check the inspection glass to
see whether there is a flame
(the inspection glass is insi­de the refrigerator at the
bottom left).

1. Set energy
selector switch
(A) to.

2. Use rotary
switch (B) to
regulate the
temperature in
the main refrige­rator compart­ment.

3. Activate Piezo
ignition (C)
several times at
intervals 1-2
seconds.

A

B

A

A

B

C

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5. Keep rotary switch (B) depressed for another 10-15 seconds, then release.

6. Check the inspection glass to see whether a flame is burning.

7. Repeat the entire process if the flame has gone out.

8. Use rotary switch (B) to regulate the temperature in the main refrigerator compartment.

2. Automatic ignition

4. Keep rotary switch "B" depressed for another 10-15 seconds, then release.

5. If the flame goes out, the ignition system will repeat the ignition process automatically.

6. Adjust the temperature in the main refrigerator compartment using rotary switch "B".

All refrigerators, whether manual or automatic ignition, are equipped with
automatic flame protection, which automatically cuts off the supply of gas
approximately 30 seconds after the flame goes out.

When using for the first time, and after changing the gas cylinder, the gas
pipes may contain air. By means of brief operation of the refrigerator and
any other gas appliances (e.g. cookers), air is removed from the gas pipes.
The gas will then ignite without delay.

Switching off

1. Set energy
selector switch (A)
to Gas.

2. Press and hold
rotary switch (B).

B

A

3. The ignition process is activated automatically,
accompanied by a ticking sound; the indicator
lamp (D) will flash. Upon successful ignition, the
sound and the flashing will stop.

5.3

1. Set energy selector switch (A) to
position "0" (OFF). The appliance is
now fully switched off.

A

D

Switching off gas operation

If the refrigerator is to be taken out of service for an
extended period of time, the on-board shut-off valve and
the cylinder valve must be closed.

2. Secure the door open by
means of the door stop.
The door will be slightly
ajar; this is to prevent
mould from forming inside
the appliance.

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Defrosting

As time goes by, frost builds up on the fins.
When the layer of frost is about 3mm thick, the refrigerator should be defrosted.

1. Switch off the refrigerator, as described in Section 5.3 - "Switching off".

2. Remove the ice cube tray and food.

3. Leave the refrigerator door open.

4. After defrosting (freezer compartment and fins free of frost), wipe the cabinet dry
with a cloth.

5. Use a cloth to mop up the water from the freezer compartment.

6. Switch the refrigerator back on again.

The layer of ice must never be removed forcibly, nor may defrosting be
accelerated using a heat source.

Note:

Water thawing in the main compartment of the refrigerator runs into an appropriate
container at the back of the refrigerator. From there, the water evaporates.

Storing food

 Always store food in sealed containers, aluminium foil or similar.
 Never put hot food into the refrigerator; always let it cool first.
 Products that could emit volatile, flammable gases must not be stored in the

refrigerator.
The two-star freezer compartment is suitable for making ice cubes and for short-term
storage of frozen food.
It is not suitable as a means of freezing foods.

Making ice cubes

Ice cubes are best frozen overnight. At night, the refrigerator has less work to do and
the unit has more reserves.

Only use drinking water!

Door locking

5.4

5.5

5.6

1. Fill the ice
cube tray with
drinking water.

2. Place the ice cube tray
in the freezer
compartment.

5.7

Park-position: