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MANUAL CARAVAN
RA/RM-2D
0402
RM 6501
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OPERATING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR ELECTROLUX REFRIGERATORS
INTRODUCTION
We are pleased that you have chosen this refrigerator
and hope you will derive muc h satisf action from using it,
but first a few well-meant words of advice:
It is important to read through these instructions carefully before using the refrigerato r.
T o ensur e good refrigeration and economical oper ation,
the refrigerator must be installed and used as described
in these instructions.
The refrigerator is designed for installation in caravans
or motorhomes.
TRANSIT DAMAGE
Inspect the refrigerator for damage. Transit damage
must be reported to whoever is responsible for delivery
not later than seven days after the refrigerator was
delivered.
DATA PLATE
Check the data plate, inside the refr igerator, to ensure
that you have received the right model.
The data plate contains e. g. the following details:
Model designation RM................................
Product number ......................................
Serial number ......................................
V oltage ...................................... volts
Gas pressure ...................................... mbar
Since these details will be needed if you hav e t o contact
service personnel, it is a good idea to make a note of
them here.
CONTENTS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...................... .. .. . 12
CONTROLS ............................ ....................... 12
STARTING THE REFRIGERATOR .............. 12
REGULATING T HE TEMPERAT URE .. ...... .. 12
TRAVEL CATCH ........................................... 12
FOOD STORAGE .......................................... 12
ICE-MAKING ............ ........ ........ ........ ........ ..... 13
DEFR O STING ...... .............. .................. ......... 13
CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR .............. 13
HEATING CABLE .................... ..................... 13
WINTER OPERATION ................................ .. 13
TURNING OFF THE REFRIGERAT OR ......... 13
IF THE REFRIGERATOR FAILS
TO WO R K .................. ................................ ... 13
MAINTENANCE . .............. .......................... ... 14
SERVICE .... .......................... .................... .... 14
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION ....................... 14
REPOSITIONING THE HINGES ................... 14
DOOR PANEL ................... ........ .......... ........ . 14
INSTALL ATI ON/BUI LDING-IN .............. .... ... 15
VENTILATION OF THE UNIT ...... .... ...... ...... . 15
LP GAS CONNECTION .............................. .. 16
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ...................... 17
TECHNICAL DATA ....................................... 18
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CONTROLS
A
B
C
5. When the flame lights, th e spark ing stops aut o mati cally and the lamp stops flashing.
6. Hold the button (C) an additional 10-15 seconds to
activate the flame failure device, then relea se it.
If the lamp start flashing again, repeat step 4-6.
To terminate gas operation, turn the knob (A) to "OFF"
D
position.
230-240 V operation
Before operat ing the refrigerator, chec k that t he v olt a ge
stated on the data plate is the sam e as the main volt age
in use.
• Turn the thermostat knob (D) to its highest (coldest)
position.
• Set the energy selector (A) to position "A C".
FIG. 1
The refrigerator can be run on 230-240 V, 12 V or LP
gas. Changing between these modes of operation is
carried out by means of the control buttons positioned
as shown in fig. 1.
The energy selector (A) can be set at either "AC" (230240 V), "DC" (12 V), "GAS" (LP gas) or "OF F" .
An indicator lamp (B) at the control panel flashes when
the automatic igniter attempts to light the b urner .
Otherwise this lamp is off.
The refrigerator is fitted with a safety device that
automatically shuts off the supply of gas if the flame goes
out. The safety device can be operated manually by
pressing the button (C).
The refrigerator temperature is controlled by a thermostat (D) when the refrigerator runs on 230-240 V and LP
gas. Please note that the thermostat has no "off" position
when the refrigerator runs on LP gas.
STARTING THE REFRIGERATOR
All references are to fig. 1.
LP Gas operation
After initial installation, servicing, or changing gas cylinders
etc., t he gas pi pes may cont ain some a ir that s hould be
allowed to escape by brie fly turni ng on the ref rige rator or
other appliances. This will ensure that the flame lights
immediately.
To start gas operation:
1. Open the shut off valve of the gas bottle (check that
there is enough gas). Open any on-board shut-off
valve.
2. Set the thermostat knob (D) to the highest setting.
3. Turn the energy selector (A) to position "GAS".
A ticking sound will be heard and the lamp (B) will
start flashing.
4. Push the button (C) in until it reaches t he bottom and hold. This opens the flame failure device and
allows gas to flow to the burn er.
12 V operation
Only operate your refriger ator on 12 V when the engine
of the vehicle is running - otherwise your battery will soon
be discharged.
• Set the energy selector (A) to position "DC".
REGULATING THE TEMPERATURE
The position number ref ers to fig.1.
It will take a f ew hours for the r efrigerator to reach normal
operating temperature. So we suggest you start it well
in advance of a trip and if possib le store it with precooled
foodstuffs.
On 230-240 V operation and LP gas operation the
refrigerator is controlled by a thermostat and the thermostat knob (D) should be set at 3-5. If a lower (colder)
temperature is desired set the thermostat to a higher
figure.
On 12 V operation the refrigerator works continuously.
TRAVEL CATCH
The refrigerator is equipped with two travel catches.
Make sure that both are engaged when the caravan is
on the move.
FOOD STORAGE
Always keep food in closed containers. Never put hot
food in the refrigerator; allow it to cool first.
Never keep items in the refrigerator that might give
off flammable gases.
The frozen food com partment is intended f or the storage
of frozen food and for making ice. It is not suitable for
freezing items of food.
Never put bottles or cans of sof t drinks in the frozen f ood
storage compartment as they ma y burst when freezing.
Most kinds of frozen food can be stored in the frozen
food compartment for about a month. This period of time
may vary, however, and it is important to follow the
instructions on the individual packages.
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ICE MAKING
It is practical to make ice during the night - then the
refrigerator is less demanded and the cooling unit has
more reserves. Fill the ice tr ay to just below t he brim with
drinking water and place it on the freezer shelf.
It is possible to make ice faster by turning the control
knob temporarily to its highest value but do not forget to
turn it back to its regular setting afterwards as the
refrigerator might otherwise become too cold.
DEFROSTING
Frost will gradually accumulat e on the refrigerating surfaces. It must not be allowed to grow too thick as it acts
as an insulator and adversely aff ects ref rigerator perf ormance. Check the formation of frost regularly every
week and when it gets about 3 mm thick, defrost the
refrigerator.
To defrost the refrigerator , turn it off and remov e the ice
trays and the food item, leave the cabinet and freezer
doors open.
Do not try to accelerate defrosting by using any kind of
heating appliance, as this might damage the plastic
surfaces of the refrigerator. Neither should any sharp
objects be used to scrape off the ice.
Defrost water runs from a drip tra y to a r eceptacle at the
rear of the refrigerator where it normally evaporates.
Heavy frosts build up on the freezer plate and the cooling
fins, and a lot of defrost water:
Move the plastic drain tube in to a watertight bucket or
container . (Access through the lower ventilation grill on
the outside of the vehicle). As the frost melts, the water
will flow into the container. Replace the drain tube to its
original position after defrosting.
Defrost water in the freezer compartment should be
mopped up with a cloth.
When the ice has melted, wipe the refrigerator dry and
restart it. Place the food items back inside but wait until
the refrigerator is cold before making ice cubes .
HEATING CABLE
During the summer months of high temperatures and
humidity , the metal frame between the freez er and fresh
food compartments may have wat er droplets f orming.
This refrigerator comes standard with a 12 V (DC)
heating cable that will ev aporate the water droplets when
they form.
To have the heating cable on, you position the switch
located beneath the control panel to I. The heating cable
can be left on continuously or only used when temperatures require it.
Note: The heating cable will draw 12 V (DC) power
continuously when in the ON (I) position. It should be
turned OFF (0) when a charging source is not av ailable.
WINTER OPERATION
Please check that the ventilation grilles are not bloc ke d
by snow, leaves etc.
ELECTROLUX ventilation grilles model L500, can be
fitted with winter covers, model WA130, to protect the
cooling unit against cold air. The covers may be fitted
when the outside temperature is below approx. 10°C and
should be fitted when the temperature is below the
freezing point.
We suggest that you fit the winter covers also in the case
that the vehicle is laid up during the winter months.
TURNING OFF THE REFRIGERATOR
If the refrigerator is not to be used for some time:
1. Set the switch (A), fig. 1, to "OFF".
2. Shut off any on-b oard valve in the gas line to the
refrigerator.
3. Empty the refrigerator. Defrost and clean it as described earlier . Lea ve the doors of the refrigerator
and frozen food compartment ajar.
4. When the vehicle is laid up fo r a long perio d o f time
(e.g. during the winter months), we suggest fitting the
winter covers WA130, onto the vent grills.
CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR
Clean the inside of the refrigerator regularly to keep it
fresh and h ygienic.
Soak a cloth in a solution consisting of a teaspoon of
bicarbonate of soda to half a litre of warm water. Wring
out the cloth and use it to clean the interior of the
refrigerator and its fittings.
Nev e r use d ete r ge nt s , s co ur in g p o wd er, str o ng ly scente d
products or wax polish to clean the int erior of the ref rigerator as they may damage the surfaces and leave a
strong odour.
The exterior of the refrigerator should be wiped clean
now and then, using a damp cloth and a small quantity
of detergent. But not the door gask et, which should only
be cleaned with soap and water and then thoroughly
dried.
The cooling unit behind the refrigerator should be
cleaned with a brush from time to time, but make sure
that the refrigerator is switched off when doing this.
IF THE REFRIGERATOR FAILS TO WORK
Check the following points bef ore calling a service technician:
1. That the "STARTING THE REFRIGERATOR"
instructions have been followed.
2. The refrigerator is level.
3. If it is possible to sta rt the refrigera tor on any o f the
connected sources of energy.
4. If the refrigerator fails to work on gas, check:
• That the gas bottle is not empty.
• That all LP-gas valves are open.
5. If the refrigerator fails to work on 12 V, check:
• That the 12 V supply is connected to the refriger-
ator.
• That the fuse on the 12 V supply is intact.
• That the battery is not run down.
6. If the refrigerator fails to work on 230-240 V, check:
• That the 230-240 V supply is connected to the
refrigerator.
• That the fuse is intact.
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If the refrigerator is not cooling sufficiently, the
reason may be:
1. Inadequate venti lation of th e cooling uni t due to the
intake and/or exhaust air vents being partly or
completely blocked.
2. The evaporator is frosted up.
3. The thermostat setting is incorrect .
4. Gas pressure is incorrect - please check the pressure
regulator on the gas container.
5. The am b i en t te m p er at u r e is too hig h.
6. Too much food is loaded at one time.
7. The door is not properly closed or the magnetic
sealing strip is defective.
If the refrigerator still does not work properly, call a
service technician.
WARNING! The sealed cooling system must not
be opened, since it contains corroding chemicals under high pressure.
MAINTENANCE
Always turn to a qualified service technician who is
familiar with LP gas systems and refrigerator.
We recommend that a service technician check the
refrigerator once a year .
• Check all connections in the LP gas system for gas
leaks. Connections can be tested for leaks using a
soap solution. Do not use a naked flame! If there is
any suspicion of damage, call f or a service technician.
• The ventilation openings are unobstructed.
• The Instruction Manual is av ailable.
• Check that the burner is clean and free from combus-
tible material.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
REPOSITIONING THE HINGES
The refrigerator is equipped with reversible doors .
A special door rev ers ing kit must be used to r e verse th e
doors.
Fo r further information , contac t your dealer or Electrolux.
DOOR PANEL
Door panels can easily be fitted or changed. The dimensions of the panels must be:
Model RM 6501
Height upper door 265 ±1mm
lower door 833 ±1mm
Width 483 ±1mm
Thickness max. 4 mm
Before starting the mounting work, check that the panel
dimensions are in compliance with those given in the
table and the instructions are read thoroughly.
When mounting the panel, proceed as follows:
Upper doo r
• remove the two s crews holding the contr ol panel, pull
out the two knobs (energy selector and thermostat)
• unscrew the upper hinge pin and remove the door
• unscrew the upper part of the door frame, remov e the
old panel
• inse rt the new p anel an d p u s h the pa n e l d o wnwards
• fasten the upper part of the door frame with its three
screws
• please note that the panel must be changed on the
lower door , befor e the upper door can be mounted
SOME USEFUL HINTS
Make sure that:
• The refrigerator is not operating on 12 V when the
vehicle is parked; otherwise you will drain the car
battery in a short time.
• Defrosting is carried out periodically
• The refrigerator is clean and dry with the door left
open when it is not to be used for some time.
• Liquids or items with a strong odour are well pack ed.
• The ventilation openings are unobstructed.
• The doors are secured by means of the both travel
catches when the carav an is on the mov e.
SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS
Service and spare parts are obtainable from your dealer
or Electrolux - consult the telephone directory.
lower door
• unscrew the middle hinge pin and remove the door
• unscrew the lower part of the door frame, remove the
panel stop (2x) and remove the old panel
• insert the new panel and push the panel upwards, put
the panel stop back in place and fasten the lower part
of the door frame with its three scre ws
• replace the lower door
• replace the upper door
• replace the control panel with its two screws and put
on the knobs.
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INSTALLATION/BUILDING-IN
The refrigerator is intended for installation in a caravan
or a motorhome, and the description relates to this
application.
The refrigerator must not be exposed to radiated heat
from hot objects.
Excessive heat irradiation impairs performance and
leads to increased energy consumption. F or this reaso n
the refrigerator should be installed if possible not at the
entrance side of the vehicle - normally orientated south
and often with an awning which would impair the dispersion of heat and combustion gases from the ventilation
openings.
It is not a good practice to install the refriger ator s o that
the vent openings are cov ered by the v ehicle’ s entranc e
door when this is set open. This would reduce the
ventilation a irflo w t o th e c o ol i n g u n it a n d reduce refrigeration performance.
The enclosure
The refrigerator must be installed in a substantial
enclosure and must be lev el, the dimensions are sho wn
in TECHNICAL DATA.
The bottom of the enclosure must be horizontal and e ven
so that the refrigerator can be easily pushed into place.
It must be sturdy enough to carry the weight of the
refrigerator.
Battens must be installed at the bottom, sides and top
of the enclosure and fitted with sealing strips.
Slide in the refr igerator until it is flush with the front of
the recess. There must be 10-20 mm free space behind
the refrigerator
Six fasteners are fitted in plastic bushings in the side
walls of the refrigerator , fig. 2. The y are used for securing
the refrigerator in the enclosure.
The side walls of the enclosure and/or any wooden
braces installed to hold the refrigerator must be dimensioned to seat the screws securely, also considering t he
forces due to the movem ent of the vehicle .
With the refrigerator in place, drive the screws through
the li nin g of th e ref rig erat or i nto the w alls of th e enclosur e.
There must not be more than 3 mm of clearance between refrigerator and enclosure on each side. If necessary, wooden strips or similar should be fitted.
Note: This is the only approved means of securing the
refri gerator to th e en cl o sur e a nd to the v eh ic le . Fasteners
penetrating other parts of the insulation (PU) foam of the
refrigerator might damage components like electric
wiring etc.
VENTILATION OF THE UNIT
At high ambient temperatures the refrigeration unit will
only perform adequately when properly ventilated.
FIG. 2
Side ventil ation.
The refrigerator unit is ventilated via two openings in the
wall of the caravan (fig. 3a).
Fresh air enter s through the lower opening and warm air
is discharged through the upper one.
The lower opening should be located a t floor level (to
allow any leaking gas to escape to the outside).
The upper ventilation opening should be located above
the condenser, as high as possible, to ensure good
ventilation.
Roof ventilation
The ventilation of the cooling unit can also be done via
one opening in the wall of the caravan and one on the
roof for the roof vent (f ig. 3 b).
Fresh air enter s through the lower opening and warm air
is discharged through the roof vent.
Ventilation grilles
We recommend fitting 2 side vents , model L500,
alternative one L500 and one roof vent model R500,
which are specially developed by Electrolux for this
purpose.
The L500-ventilation grilles permit inspection and sm all
repa i rs to be c ar ri ed ou t without the necessit y to remove
the refrigerator from the recess.
Removal of flue gases
The ventilation passage at the rear of the recess, between the outer wall of the vehicle and the refrigerator
(fig. 3a/b/c), must be s ealed off against the living space,
so cold draughts are e xcluded ( winter camping) and no
flue gases can penetrate into the vehicle.
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VENTILATION OF THE UNIT
Sealing gasket
e.g. of V-type
This piece is
already on the
refrigerator
Cut out opening for the
side vent L500
is 341 x 451 mm.
L205 is 156 x 451 mm.
min. ventilation
height
Cut out opening for the
side vent L500
is 341 x 451 mm
FIG . 3 a
Batten
attached to
the floor
20
60
Condenser
40
Floor
385
min. 510
Sealing gasket
e.g. of V-type
The flue gases are dispersed through the upper vent
grille or the roof vent together with the ventilation air.
The top, bottom and sides of the ventilation passage
should be insulated to prevent condensation and cold
draughts.
Cut out opening for the
roof vent R500
is 87 x 507 mm
min. ventilation
height
Cut out opening for the
side vent L500
is 341 x 451 mm
FIG . 3b
20
Condenser
min. 510
Batten attached
to the side wall
Sealing gasket
e.g. of V-type
Ventilation heights
Minimum ventilation heights in mm.
Model Installation with
Upper side vent L205 Upper side vent L500 Roof vent R500
Lower side vent L500 Lower side vent L500 Lower side vent L500
RM 65 01 1400 1400 1250
LP GAS CONNECTION
The refrigerator is designed for operation on LP gas, the
press ure of whi ch must be 28 mbar f or Butane and 37 mbar
for Propane. Chec k that this is stated on the data plate.
The refrigerator is not designed for operation on
town gas or natural gas.
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FIG. 3c
View from above
Door
CAUTION! CHECK THAT THE GAS SUPPLIED
TO THE REFRIGERATOR IS AT THE CORRECT
PRESSURE. SEE THE REDUCING VALVE ON
THE LP GAS CONTAINER.
The gas installation should only be carried out by a
person experienced in gas fitting. It is recommended that
the gas pipe feeding the refrigerator is so arr anged that
it is possible to turn off the supply of the refrigerator.
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It must be of a type approved for use with continuously
operating bottled gas appliances, and have threaded
compression connections throughout. PUSH-ON CONNECTIONS MUST NOT BE USED (We do not recommend the use of "rubber" type flexible tubing for
connecting permanently operating appliances of this
type in the United Kingdom). All connectors etc. should
be of a type specifically designed for the type and
diameter of the connection pipe used, and screwed
joints should be seale d with a joinin g comp ound approve d
for use with bottled gas.
The gas supply pipe should be connected to the gas inlet
pipe (outside diameter 8 mm) by means of a suitable
gas-tight compression fitting, e.g. olive.
In making the connection to the refrigerator , a union gas
cock of an approved type bottled gas must be incor porated in the supply line in a position which is readily
accessible to the user. For e ventual se rvicing purposes,
the union should be on the outlet side of the cock and
the pipework should be positioned so as not to prevent
the refrigerator from being readily withdrawn.
On completion of installat ion , the system must be
pressure tested by a qualified tech nician .
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
The electrical installation must be carried out in a proper
and durable manner; taking into accounts all relevant
regulations and codes of practice. For mains voltage
operation, it is important that the circuit t o and in the
caravan is eff ectiv ely earthed.
For connection to a 230-240 V electricity supply, the
refrigerator has a 3-core mains lead which is intended
for connection to a properly earthed plug and socket
outlet. The socket outlet should be fitted in the caravan
in a position readily accessible to the user , within reach
of the mains lead. In the United Kingdom, the plug and
socket outlet should be of the non-reversib le type .
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as
follows:
- the wire which is coloured Green and Yellow must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is mark ed
with the letter E or by the earth symbol , or
coloured Green or Green and Yellow,
- the wire which is coloured B lue must be connected t o
the terminal which is marked with the letter N or
coloured Black,
- the wire which is coloured Brown mus t be connect e d
to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or
coloured Red.
WARNING- THIS APPLIANCE MUS T BE EARTHE D
In the United Kingdom, the plug or circuit to the refrigerator must be fitted with a fuse not greater than 5 amps.
If a 13 amp. (B .S. 1363) fused plug is used, it should b e
fitted with a 3 amp. fuse, ASTA approved to B.S. 1362.
In other countries, the fuse rating will depend upon the
voltage and local practice.
230-240 V Supplies.
Check that the voltage stated on the data plate is the
same as the main voltage in use (230-240 V).
Plug the 230-240 V refrigerator power cord into an easily
accessible wall socket .
Electrical leads must be routed and secured so
that they cannot come into contact with hot or
sharp parts of the refrigerato r.
12 V Supplies
The 12 V connection of the refrigerator is shown in fig. 4.
Connect the refrigerator to the vehicle battery or alternator by a direct cable, (check the polarity).
The connection is made to the terminal block (fig. 4
"Heater"). T o avoid a voltage drop, the c ross section area
of the connecting cable between battery/alternator and
the refrigerator must be 10 mm
To ensure satisfactory operation, the posit iv e lead m ust
be fitted with a fuse rated at max. 20 A.
To prevent the refrigerator from draining the battery,
make sure that the current supplied t o the caravan is cut
off when the vehicle engine is not running, for example
by fitting an ignition control relay.
2
.
12 V supply of reigniter and interior light
The reigniter and the interior light must be connected to
a separate 12 V battery.
Connect the battery to the te rminal b lock ( fig. 4 "Reigniter, Lamp"). Be careful not to make the wrong positive
and negative connections.
The reigniter should not be connected directly to a
battery charger but only over a battery.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code:
- green/yellow: ear th
- blue: neutral
- brown: live
FIG. 4
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Interior lig ht - bulb - change
If the bulb has to be replaced, proceed as follows:
1. Remove the cover from the lamp body by pushing it
backwards.
2. Remove the bulb.
3. Put in a new bulb (12 V, max. 5 W).
Spare part number for bulb: 200 72 90-03.
4. Push the lamp cover back in place.
TECHNICAL DATA
RM 6501
Overall dimensions, refrigerator
Height (incl. controls) ............ ...... 1245 mm
Width .......................................... 525 mm
Depth (incl. cooling unit)
with door ..................................... 545 mm
without door ................................ 495 mm
Recess dimensions
Height ......................................... 1248 mm
Width .......................................... 530 mm
Depth .......................................... 510 mm
Capacity
Gross ........................................ .. 135 litres
Net .................................... .......... 124.5 litres
frozen food compt. ...................... 23.5 litres
Weight (without pack aging) ........ 44 kg
Electrical data
Input, 230-240 volt .................. 220 watt
12 volt .................. 175 watt
* Energy consumption (in 24h) ......... 3 kWh
LP gas data
Input, max. .......... .......... .......... .... 0.34 kW
* Energy consumption (in 24h) ......... 300 g
Cooling medium: Ammonia
* Average consumption in 24 h at 25°C mean annual
ambient temperature according to ISO s tandards.
Subject to alteration without notice.
Wiring diagram RM 6501
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