Dometic RM2451 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

INST ALLATION AND

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

REFRIGERATOR FOR LP-GAS AND ELECTRIC OPERATION

RM2451

Contents:
Installation 4

Operating Instructions 8
Maintenance & Service 12

Page

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas:

1. Open windows.

2. Don’t touch electrical switches.

3. Extinguish any open flame.

4. Immediately call your gas supplier .

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.

W ARNING: Improper installation,
adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. Refer to this
manual. For assistance or additional
information consult a qualified
installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.

Pour votre sécurité
Si vous sentez une odeur de gaz:

1. Ouvrez les fenêtres.

2. Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur.

3. Éteignez toute flamme nue.

4. Avertissez immédiatement votre fournis­seur de gaz.

Pour votre sécurité
Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser de l’essence ni

d’autres vapeurs ou liquides inflammables à
proximité de cet appareil ou de tout autre
appareil.

Avertissement: Une installation, un réglage,
une modification, une réparation ou un
entretien non conforme aux normes peut
entraîner des blessures ou des dommages
matériels. Lisez attentivement le mode d’em­ploi fourni avec l’appareil. Pour obtenir de
l’aide ou des renseignements supplémentai­res, consultez un installateur ou un service
d’entretien qualifié ou le fournisseur de gaz.

USA Corporate Office CANADA

Service Office 2320 Industrial Parkway Elkhart, IN 46515 Dometic Distribution Inc.
Dometic Corporation 866 Langs Drive
509 South Poplar Street Cambridge, Ontario
LaGrange, IN 46761 For Service Center Assistance N3H 2N7 Canada
Phone: [phone] Call: 800-544-4881 Phone: [phone]

822709102 (French 3309242.000)

Reigniter

Power module
cover

Heater

Flue baffle

Protection cover

12V DC

FIG. 1

Flexible cord

Refrigerator control panel

AB

ON

AUTO

CHECK

12

OFF

GAS

Screw for protection cover

12 volt
Terminal block

Inlet fitting

Drain water hose

AUTOMATIC REFRIGERATOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

Burner jet

Manual gas shutoff valve

FIG. 2

LEGEND

1. Main Power Button ON/OFF

2. AUTO/GAS Mode Selector Button
A. AUTO Mode Indicator Lamp

B. CHECK Indicator Lamp

(Gas Operation Only)

3

INSTALLATION

GENERAL INSTRUCTION

This appliance is designed for storage of foods and
storage of frozen foods and making ice.

This appliance is certified under the latest edition of
ANSI Z21.19•CSA 1.4 Refrigerators using gas fuel.

The installation must conform with local codes, or in
absence of local codes, the following standards as ap­plicable.

In the U.S. the installation must conform with:

1. National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54
(latest edition).

2. Recreational Vehicles Code, ANSI A119.2 (latest
edition)

3. Manufactured Home Construction and Safety
St andard, T itle 24 CFR, Part 3280.

If an external electrical source is utilized, the refrigera­tor, when inst alled, must be electrically grounded in ac­cordance with local codes or, in the absence of local
codes, the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFP A 70 - (lat­est edition).

The lower side vent is fitted with a panel, which provides
an adequate access opening for ready serviceability of
the burner and control manifold of the refrigerator. This
should be centered on the back of the refrigerator.

CERTIFIED INST ALLA TION

Certified installations require one roof vent and one lower
side vent.
For “Certified Vent System Kit s” see page 15.
For further information contact your dealer or

distributor.

METHODS OF INSTALLATION

The method of installation is shown in FIG. 3.
It is essential that all maximum or minimum dimensions
are strictly maintained, as the performance of the refrig­erator is dependent on adequate flow of air over the rear
of the refrigerator.

NOTE: The upper vent should be
centered over the condenser coil
at the back of the refrigerator.

In CANADA, the installation must conform with:

1. Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code,
CSA B149.1

2. CSA Z240 R V Series, Recreational Vehicles.

3. Current CSA Z240.4, Gas-equipped Recreational
Vehicles and Mobile Housing.

If an external electrical source is utilized, the refrigera­tor, when inst alled, must be electrically grounded in ac­cordance with local codes or, in the absence of local
codes, the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1, Part s
I and II - (latest edition).

VENTILATION

The installation shall be made in such a manner as to
separate the combustion system from the living space
of the mobile home or recreational vehicle. Openings
for air supply or for venting of combustion products shall
have a minimum dimension of not less than 1/4 inch.

Proper installation requires one lower fresh air intake
and one upper exhaust vent. The ventilation kits shown
in this instruction manual have been certified for use
with the refrigerator models listed in the Table.
For “Certified Vent System Kit s” see page 15.

Minimum
ventilation
height

Condenser

FIG. 3

The ventilation kits must be installed and used without
modification. An opening toward the out side at floor level
in the refrigerator compartment must be provided for
ventilation of heavier-than-air fuel gases. The lower vent
of the recommended kits is provided with proper size
openings. The flow of combustion and ventilating air must
not be obstructed.

4

VENTILA TION HEIGHTS

Refer to FIG. 3 page 4.

Installation with roof Minimum ventilation
vent and lower side vent heights in:

Refrigerator Inches mm

RM 2451 37-3/4 960

CLEARANCES

Minimum clearances in inches to combustible materials
are:
G: Top 0
K: Side 0
L: Bottom 0
M: Rear 0
N: See NOTE: Clearance “N” below.

FIG. 4

K

G

K

L

NOTE: Wood Strip
MUST be in place

NOTE: Clearance “M” is between the rearmost part of

the refrigerator and the wall behind the refrigerator.
NOTE: Clearance “N” is the distance between the bot-

tom of the lower side vent to the roof material. For ven­tilation height, see table VENTILATION HEIGHTS.
See Figures 3 and 4.

FIG. 5

Side view View from above

D

HW

A

N

M

C

D

B

Refrigerator Dimensions Dimensions

Overall Recess

Model

Height Width Depth Height Width Depth

ABCHWD

inch 37-3/8 24-7/8 24-11/16 36-9/16 23-11/16 24

RM 2451

mm 948 632 627 928 602 610

This method of installation and these clearances will give you adequate space for service and proper installation.

5

INSTALLING REFRIGERAT OR IN
ENCLOSURE

NOTE: DO NOT install the appliance directly on

carpeting. Carpeting must be removed or
protected by a metal or wood panel beneath
the appliance, which extends at least full
width and depth of the appliance.

NOTE: A wood strip must be in place across the upper

opening of the enclosure. The top frame of the refrigera­tor will be anchored to the wood strip with screws.
See FIG. 4.
The refrigerator must be installed in a substantial enclo­sure and must be level. When installing the refrigerator
in the enclosure, all areas within the recess in which the
refrigerator is installed must be sealed.
Make sure that there is a complete seal between the
front frame of the refrigerator and the top, sides and
bottom of the enclosure. A length of sealing strip is ap­plied to the rear surface of the front frame for this pur­pose, see FIG. 6. The sealing should provide a com­plete isolation of the appliance’s combustion system from
the vehicle interior.
NOTE: Be careful not to damage the sealing strip when
the refrigerator is put in place.

1

2

FIG. 7

2. Once the lower front strip is slipped under the
hinge, the part is possible to swing into place as
shown in FIG. 8.

3

FIG. 6

Securing the Refrigerator

After the refrigerator is put in place, (ensuring a com­bustion seal at the front frame), the refrigerator is to be
secured in the enclosure with six screws (not included).
The screws have to be installed in the following order:

STEP 1: Two screws installed through the front base,

which includes the lower front strip installation.
The refrigerator is provided with a lower front strip

(shipped as a loose part). The front strip is to be attached
after the refrigerator is set into the cut-out opening.

1. Install the lower front strip by sliding it under the
bottom hinge plate, as shown in FIG. 7. The hinge
plate can be on the right or left side depending on
the door swing.

FIG. 8

3. Secure the refrigerator and the lower front strip with
two screws:

One screw through the hinge, and on the opposite
side one screw through the lower front strip. (FIG. 8).

STEP 2: Two screws installed in the top frame.

The top decoration panel must be removed from the re­frigerator before the screws can be installed.
Open the door and gently push the tabs out of the hole
in the hinge with a flat blade screwdriver, (both sides).
See FIG. 9.

Carefully tilt the top decoration panel and lift up to re­move from top frame. Be careful not to damage the cir­cuit board and wires.

Install the two screws in the top frame, the holes are
accessible from underneath.
Seal the opening for the screws with aluminum tape.

6

GAS CONNECTION

Hook up to the gas supply line is accomplished at the
manual gas valve, which is furnished with a 3/8" SAE
(UNF 5/8" -18) male flare connection. All completed con-

2

nections should be checked for leaks with soapy water.

! WARNING

DO NOT use a flame to check for gas leaks.

FIG. 9

1

Replace the top decoration panel. Be careful not to pinch
the wires behind the panel.
Make sure the tabs snap back into the holes in the hinge
plate.

STEP 3: Two screws installed in the rear base.

See FIG. 10.
Failure to follow the sequence in securing the refrigerator

in the enclosure can cause leakage between the frame
and cabinet. Any space between the counter, storage
area or ceiling and top of the refrigerator greater than 1­1/2 inches should be blocked. The heat produced at the
rear of the refrigerator will become trapped in this space,
making the top of the refrigerator hot and reduce the
efficiency of the refrigerator.

Hole for drain water hose

FIG. 10

Drain water hose

A hole must be drilled through flooring see FIG. 10.
The installer MUST make sure that the hose does not
kink when run through the floor. Seal around the hose
that goes through the drilled hole. If a longer hose than
supplied is required to get the water to drain outside of
the vehicle, the installer will have to supply the extra
length of hose.

The gas supply system must incorporate a pressure regu­lator to maintain a supply pressure of not more than 11
inches water column.
When testing the gas supply system at test pressures in
excess of 1/2 psi, the refrigerator and its individual shutoff
valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping
system.
When testing the gas supply system at pressures less
than or equal to 1/2 psi, the appliance must be isolated
from the gas supply piping system by closing its indi­vidual manual shutoff valve.
In case detailed instructions on the installation and con­nection to the gas supply are required, contact your
dealer or distributor.

TESTING LP GAS SAFETY SHUTOFF

The gas safety shutoff must be tested after the re­frigerator is connected to the LP gas supply.

To test the gas safety shutoff, proceed as follows:

1. Start the refrigerator according to the instructions
without connecting to 120 volts AC.

2. Check that the gas flame is lit. In AUTO mode the
AUTO mode indicator lamp (A) is on.

3. Close the manual gas shutoff valve at the back of
the refrigerator. (See FIG. 1).

4. Wait for one minute. The CHECK indicator lamp
(B) should be on, and the flame extinguished.

5. Remove protection cover (see FIG. 1) and open
the manual gas shutoff valve. Do not change any
button position on the control panel. Apply a non­corrosive commercial bubble solution to the burner
jet orifice.

6. No bubbles should appear at the opening of the
burner jet orifice. The presence of bubbles indi­cates a defective gas safety shutoff, and service is
required.

7. If no bubbles were present at the burner jet orifice,
it should be rinsed with fresh water. Be careful not
to damage the burner jet orifice. Replace cover and
press the main power ON/OFF button (1) OFF and
back ON. Normal operation of the burner should
return. Allow the burner to operate for a minimum
of 5 minutes.

7

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
120 Volts AC Connection

The refrigerator is equipped with a three-prong (ground­ing) plug for your protection against shock hazards and
should be plugged directly into a properly grounded
three-prong receptacle. DO NOT cut or remove the
grounding prong from this plug. The free length of the
cord is 2 feet and therefore recommended that the re­ceptacle be located to the left side of the refrigerator
(viewed from the rear) and approximately 6 inches from
the floor (see FIG. 11). This allows easy access through
the vent door. The cord should be routed to avoid direct
contact with the burner cover, flue cover or any other
components that could damage the cord insulation.

120 Volt AC
receptacle

6”

OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORT ANCE OF LEVELING A
REFRIGERATOR

In an absorption refrigerator system, ammonia is lique­fied in the finned condenser coil at the top rear of the
refrigerator. The liquid ammonia then flows into the
evaporator (inside the freezer section) and is exposed
to a circulating flow of hydrogen gas, which causes the
ammonia to evaporate, creating a cold condition in the
freezer.
When starting this refrigerator for the very first time, the
cooling cycle may require up to four hours of running
time before the cooling unit is fully operational.
The tubing in the evaporator section is specifically sloped
to provide a continuous movement of liquid ammonia,
flowing downward by gravity through this section. If the
refrigerator is operated when it is not level and the ve­hicle is not moving, liquid ammonia will accumulate in
sections of the evaporator tubing. This will slow the cir­culation of hydrogen and ammonia gas, or in severe
cases, completely block it, resulting in a loss of cooling.

Any time the vehicle is parked for several hours with the
refrigerator operating, the vehicle should be leveled to
prevent this loss of cooling.
The vehicle needs to be leveled only so it is comfortable
to live in (no noticeable sloping of floor or walls).

FIG. 11

12 Volts DC Connection

This refrigerator model is not designed for 12 volt DC
operation of the cooling system; however, 12 volt DC
must be supplied to the refrigerator to operate the con­trols. Use a minimum of 14 gauge wire between the
battery and refrigerator to supply the control voltage.

The connection is made to the positive (+) and negative
(-) terminals of the terminal block on back of the refrig­erator. (See FIG. 1). Correct polarity must be observed
when connecting to the DC supply.

DO NOT use the chassis or vehicle frame as one of the
conductors. Connect two wires at the refrigerator and
route to the DC supply.
The distance the current must travel from the battery to
the refrigerator dictates the AWG wire size to be used.
Should the wire be too small for the distance, a voltage
drop will result.
The connections must be clean, tight and free from cor­rosion.

When the vehicle is moving, the leveling is not critical,
as the rolling and pitching movement of the vehicle will
pass to either side of level, keeping the liquid ammonia
from accumulating in the evaporator tubing.

OPERATION

Before starting the refrigerator, check that all the manual
gas valves are in the ON position. DO NOT forget the
manual shutoff valve on the rear of the refrigerator see
FIG. 1.
This refrigerator is equipped with a control system, which
can be set to automatically select either 120 Volt AC or
LP gas operation (AUTO mode), or if desired LP gas
only (GAS mode).
In both AUTO mode and GAS mode operation, the tem­perature is controlled by a factory preset temperature
setting.
The refrigerator controls will work down to 9.6 volt DC.

! WARNING

Most LP gas appliances used in recreational ve­hicles are vented to the outside of the vehicle.
When parked close to a gasoline pump, it is pos­sible that the gasoline fumes could enter this
type of appliance and ignite from the burner
flame, CAUSING A FIRE OR AN EXPLOSION.

FOR YOUR SAFETY, when refueling, shut off all
LP gas appliances which are vented to the out­side.

8

Refrigerator control panel

B

CHECK

ON

A

AUTO

12

OFF

GAS

ST ART UP INSTRUCTIONS

A. A continuous 12 volt DC supply must be available for

the electronic control to function.

B. Press the main power ON/OFF button (1) to the

DOWN position.

C. In AUTO mode operation, the temperature is con-

trolled by a factory preset temperature setting, on the
energy source selected by the control system.

D. In GAS mode operation, the temperature is controlled

by a factory preset temperature setting.

AUTO MODE

1. Press the AUTO/GAS mode selector button (2) to
the DOWN position. The AUTO mode indicator lamp
(A) will illuminate. If 120 volts AC is available, the
control system will select AC operation. If 120 volts
AC is not available, the control system will automati­cally switch to GAS operation. Within 45 seconds the
burner should be ignited and operating normally.

2. If the CHECK indicator lamp (B) illuminates, the con­trol has failed to ignite the burner on GAS.

To reset when the CHECK indicator lamp (B) is illu­minated, press the main power ON/OFF button (1)
to the OFF then ON position.

3. On the initial refrigerator start-up on gas (120 volts
AC is not available), it may take longer than 45 sec­onds to allow air to be purged from the gas line.

If the refrigerator has not been used for a long time
or the LP tanks have just been refilled, air may be
trapped in the supply lines. To purge the air from the
lines may require resetting the main power ON/OFF
button (1) three or four times. If repeated attempts
fail to start the LP gas operation, check to make sure
that the LP gas supply tanks are not empty and all
manual shutoff valves in the lines are open. If the
problem is still not corrected, contact a service cen­ter for assistance.

NOTE: Do not continue to reset GAS operation if the
CHECK indicator lamp continues to be illuminated
after several tries.

4. In AUTO mode operation, the temperature is con­trolled by a factory preset temperature setting.

AUTOMATIC REFRIGERATOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

GAS MODE

1. Move the AUT O/GAS mode selector button (2) to the
UP position. The AUTO mode indicator lamp (A) will
go off. Within 45 seconds the burner should be ignited
and operating normally.

2. If the CHECK indicator lamp (B) illuminates, the con­trol has failed to ignite the burner on GAS.

To reset when the CHECK indicator lamp (B) is illu­minated, press the main power ON/OFF button (1)
to the OFF then ON position.

3. On the initial refrigerator start-up on gas, it may take
longer than 45 seconds to allow air to be purged from
the gas line. If the refrigerator has not been used for
a long time or the LP tanks have been refilled, air
may be trapped in the supply lines. To purge the air
from the lines may require resetting the main power
ON/OFF button (1) three or four times. If repeated
attempts fail to start the LP gas operation, check to
make sure that the LP gas supply tanks are not empty
and all manual shutoff valves in the lines are open. If
the problem is still not corrected, contact a service
center for assistance.

NOTE: Do not continue to reset GAS operation if the
CHECK indicator lamp continues to be illuminated
after several tries.

4. In GAS mode operation, the temperature is controlled
by a factory preset temperature setting.

TO SHUT OFF THE REFRIGERATOR

The refrigerator may be shut off while in any mode of
operation by pressing the main power ON/OFF button
to the UP (OFF) position. This shuts off all DC power to
the control system.

9

Refrigerator control panel

B

CHECK

ON

A

AUTO

12

OFF

GAS

DESCRIPTION OF OPERA TING MODES
AUTO MODE

When operating in the AUTO mode, the AUTO mode
indicator lamp (A) will illuminate.
The control system will automatically select between AC
and GAS operation with AC having priority over GAS. If
the control system is operating with AC energy and it
then becomes unavailable, the system will automatically
switch to GAS . As soon as AC becomes available again
the control will switch back to AC operation.
Gas operation (120 volts AC is not available). The control
system will activate the ignition system and will make
three attempt to light the burner for a period of approxi­mately 45 seconds with two minutes interval. If unsuc­cessful, the CHECK indicator lamp (B) will illuminate.

AUTOMATIC REFRIGERATOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

LIMP MODE OF OPERATION

This control system contains a feature where it will con­tinue to operate the cooling system in event of a failure
of a major operating component.
If the control cannot read the temperature sensor and
control to the preset temperature, then the control will
run the cooling unit continuously at the energy source
available.
The refrigerator will continue to operate in this mode in­definitely or until a new sensor is installed and the sys­tem is reset.

To restart an ignition attempt with the CHECK lamp illu­minated or to clear (turn off) the CHECK lamp, press the
main power ON/OFF button to the OFF and then ON
position. The control system will attempt a new ignition
sequence.
If 120 volts AC becomes available while the CHECK in­dicator lamp is on, the CHECK lamp will not turn off until
the main power ON/OFF button is pressed to the OFF
then ON position.

GAS MODE

When operating in the GAS mode, the AUTO mode
indicator lamp (A) will be off. This mode provides LP gas
operation only . The control system will activate the igni­tion system and will make three attempt to light the burner
for a period of approximately 45 seconds with two min­utes interval. If unsuccessful, the CHECK indicator lamp
(B) will illuminate.

To restart GAS operation, press the main power ON/
OFF button (1) to the OFF and then ON position. The
control system will attempt a new ignition sequence.

If the refrigerator has not been used for a long time or
the LP tanks have just been refilled, air may be trapped
in the supply lines. To purge the air from the lines may
require resetting the main power ON/OFF button (1) three
or four times. If repeated attempts fail to start the LP gas
operation, check to make sure that the LP gas supply
tanks are not empty and all manual shutoff valves in the
lines are open. If the problem is still not corrected, con­tact a service center for assistance.

10

HOW TO USE THE REFRIGERATOR

FOOD STORAGE COMPARTMENT

The food storage compartment is completely closed and
unventilated, which is necessary to maintain the required
low temperature for food storage. Consequently, foods
having a strong odor or those that absorb odors easily
should be covered. Vegetables, salads etc. should be
covered to retain their crispness. The coldest positions
in the refrigerator are under the cooling fins and at the
bottom of the refrigerator. The warmer areas are on the
upper door shelves. This should be considered when
placing different types of food in the refrigerator.

FROZEN FOOD STORAGE
COMPARTMENT

Quick frozen soft fruits and ice cream should be placed
in the coldest part of the compartment, which is at the
bottom of the aluminum liner. Frozen vegetables, may
be stored in any part of the compartment.
This compartment is not designed for deep or quick freez­ing of food. Meat or fish, whether raw or prepared, can
be stored in the frozen food storage compartment pro­vided they are precooled first in the refrigerator. They
can be stored about three times longer in the frozen food
compartment as compared to the fresh food compart­ment. To prevent food from drying out, keep it in cov­ered dishes, containers, plastic bags or wrapped in alu­minum foil.
Ice cubes can be made in the freezer compartment.
For faster ice making, the trays should be placed in di­rect contact with the bottom of the freezer compartment.

CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR

Cleaning the refrigerator is usually done after it is de­frosted or put into storage. To clean the interior liner of
the refrigerator, use lukewarm weak soda solution. Use
only warm water to clean the finned evaporator, gasket,
ice tray and shelves.
NEVER use strong chemicals or abrasives to clean these
parts, as the protective surfaces will be damaged. It is
important to always keep the refrigerator clean.

SHUT- OFF (STORAGE PROCEDURE)

Shut off the refrigerator by pressing the main power ON/
OFF button to the UP (OFF) position.
If the refrigerator will not be in operation for a period of
weeks, it should be emptied, defrosted, cleaned and the
doors left ajar. The ice trays should also be dried and
kept outside the cabinet.

! WARNING

DO NOT store explosive substances in the refrig­erator, such as cigarette lighter gas, gasoline, ether
or the like.
NOTE: Sodium chromate is used for corrosion protec-

tion (less than 2 weight % of the coolant).

Total Refrigerated Volume 4 cu.ft.

DEFROSTING

Shut off the refrigerator by pressing the main power ON/
OFF button to the UP (OFF) position. Empty the refrig­erator, leaving the drip tray under the finned evaporator,
and the cabinet and freezer doors open. Defrosting time
can be reduced by filling the ice trays with hot water and
placing them in the freezer compartment.

! CAUTION

DO NOT use a hot air blower. Permanent damage
could result from warping the metal or plastic parts.
DO NOT use a knife or an ice pick, or other sharp
tools to remove frost from the freezer compartment.
They can create a leak in the ammonia system.

When all the frost has melted, dry the interior of the re­frigerator with a clean cloth. Replace all food and turn
your refrigerator back on.

11

MAINTENANCE & SERVICE

The user should be aware of service that must be
done on a regular schedule to keep the refrigerator
operating properly. The service should only be per­formed by a qualified technician who is familiar with
LP gas systems and refrigerators.

1. HEA TER

The heat necessary for the operation of an absorption
cooling unit is supplied by an electric heater mounted in
a pocket of the boiler system.
This model is equipped with one electric heater for 120
volt AC.

To replace the heater proceed as follows:

1. Unplug the refrigerator power cord from the 120 volt
AC outlet.

2. Disconnect or shut off the 12 volt power to the re­frigerator.

3. Remove the power module cover see FIG. 1

4. Disconnect the heater leads.

5. With a pair of pliers unfold the lug holding the lid of
the boiler casing and open the lid.

6. Remove some insulation wool so that the heater is
accessible.

7. Turn and lift the heater out of its pocket.

8. Fit the new heater into the pocket.

9. Connect the leads and put on the power module
cover.

10. Reset the insulation and close the lid of the boiler.

2. REFRIGERATOR REMOVAL

Before working on the refrigerator, make sure the AC
voltage and DC voltage leads are disconnected. Shut
off the gas supply at the LP tank. Disconnect the gas
supply line at the rear of the refrigerator, see FIG. 1.
Always use a back up wrench when loosening and tight­ening connections.

Cap the gas supply line, loosen the screws anchoring
the refrigerator to the enclosure and slide the refrigera­tor out of the compartment.
When replacing the refrigerator make sure that the seal­ing strips are properly positioned.
Replacement is the reverse of removal. Check all con­nections for gas leaks.
Refer to section INSTALLATION, page 4 to 8.

3. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

To keep your Dometic refrigerator operating efficiently
and safely, periodic inspection and cleaning of several
components once or twice a year is recommended.

A. It is important to keep the area at the back of the

refrigerator clean. Check the lower vent, upper vent
and area between these openings for any obstruc­tions such as bird/insect nests, spider webs, etc.
Clean the coils on the back of the refrigerator. Use a
soft bristled brush to dust off the coils.

It is important to keep the refrigerator area free from
combustible material, gasoline and other flammable
vapors or liquids.

NOTE: The following maintenance is required once or
twice a year, but should only be done by a qualified ser­viceman who is familiar with LP gas systems and refrig­erators.

B. Check all connections in the LP gas system (at the

back of the refrigerator) for gas leaks. The LP gas
supply must be turned on. Apply a non-corrosive
bubble solution to all LP gas connections.

The appearance of bubbles indicates a leak and
should be repaired immediately by a QUALIFIED
SERVICEMAN WHO IS FAMILIAR WITH GAS SYS­TEM AND REFRIGERATORS.

! WARNING

DO NOT use a flame to check for gas leaks.

INLET FITTING

FIG. 12

12

SOLENOID VALVE .

MANUAL SHUTOFF VALVE .
Shown in open position

PRESSURE TEST PORT .

GAS EQUIPMENT ASSEMBLY

BURNER JET .

BURNER MOUNTING SCREW

NUT

THERMOCOUPLE

SPARK ELECTRODE

BURNER TUBE

C. Check the control system by connecting/disconnect-

ing 120 volt AC power, start/stop the engine, etc.
Compare the operation with the operation described
in section Operating Instructions.

D. The LP gas pressure should be checked and the main

regulator readjusted if pressure is incorrect. The cor­rect operating pressure is 11 inches of water column.
The correct place to take the LP gas pressure is at
the test port just ahead of the burner jet. (See FIG. 12).

E. Inspect the flue baffle. It should be reasonably clean

and free of soot. Heavy soot formation indicates im­proper functioning of the burner. The flue and burner
both require cleaning in the following manner:

1. Unplug the refrigerator power cord from the 120 volt
AC outlet. (See FIG. 11).

2. Disconnect or shut off the 12 volt DC power to the
refrigerator.

3. Turn manual shutoff valve to OFF. (See FIG. 1 & 12).

4. Remove cover from the burner housing. (See fig. 1).

5. Disconnect the wire from the high voltage electrode.

6. Remove the burner mounting screw and remove the
burner assembly. (See FIG. 12).

7. Remove the wire and flue baffle from the top of flue
tube. Clean the flue from the top using a flue brush.
Blowing compressed air into the flue will not properly
clean soot and scale out of the flue tube. Replace
the flue baffle.

8. Clean burner tube with a brush. Blow out burner with
compressed air.

9. Before removing burner jet, clean burner area of soot
and scale that fell out of flue tube. Remove the burner
jet. Soak the jet in wood alcohol and blow it out with
compressed air. Reinstall and tighten burner jet.

NOTE: The color of the flame shall be clear blue over
the slots of the burner. (See FIG. 13).

10. Reinstall burner, being careful that the end of the
burner fits into the slot on the burner bracket. Check
to make sure slots are centered under the flue tube
and the thermocouple is positioned properly (tip of
thermocouple extends over two slots of burner).

11. Be sure to reconnect the wire to high voltage elec­trode. Check the electrode for proper location and
gap. (See FIG. 14).

FIG. 14

12. Turn on manual gas shutoff valve and check all fit­tings for leaks with soapy water.

13. Connect 120 volt power cord to the outlet and re­connect or turn on the 12 volt DC power.

14. Check LP gas safety shutoff. See page 7.

F. FUSES
The refrigerator is equipped with 2 fuses, one for the

refrigerator control system, and one for the AC cartridge
heater (see table below).

To replace fuse(s) proceed as follows.

1. Disconnect the wall plug, and the 12 volt wires.

2. Remove the power module cover. See FIG. 1.

3. Snap the fuse out of the fuse holder.

4. Fit a new fuse in to the fuse holder.

5. Replace the power module cover.

Electrode

1/8” to 3/16”
(3-5 mm)

Burner tube

Clear blue color
of flame

FIG. 13

! WARNING

DO NOT use a wire or pin when cleaning the burner
jet as damage can occur to the precision opening.
This can cause damage to the refrigerator or create
a fire hazard.

Control system 3 Amp
AC heater 5 Amp

TROUBLESHOOTING
The Refrigerator Does Not Cool Properly

A. Burner jet clogged.

Clean. See Section Maintenance & Service, item 3.

Periodic maintenance, Paragraph E item 1-14.
B. Check level of refrigerator.
C. Venting problem.

Restriction in air flow across cooling unit.
D. Heavy frost buildup on evaporator fins.

Defrost.
E. Flue baffle not inserted properly in flue tube.

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F . Burner dirty.

Clean. (See section Maintenance & Service, item 3.
Periodic Maintenance, Paragraph E item 1-14).

G. LP gas pressure low at burner.

Set main regulator so pressure does not drop
below 11 inches of water column at pressure test
port. (See FIG. 12).

H. Burner not located properly under flue tube.

Relocate

I. Burner damaged.

Replace.

J. Odor from fumes.

1. Dislocated burner

2. Damaged burner

3. Dirty flue tube

K. FUSES

1. Refrigerator control system

2. Refrigerator AC Supply
See section Maintenance & Service, item 3.

Periodic Maintenance, Paragraph F.

NOTE: AVOID SPRAYING WATER THROUGH THE
REFRIGERATOR VENTS WHILE WASHING YOUR RV.

All the above instructions are to be followed closely. The
refrigerator is quality-guaranteed. However, we are not
responsible for any failures caused by improper adjust­ments and unfavorable installation conditions. Contact
service point or distributor service dept. for assistance.

PANEL DIMENSIONS

MAX. THICKNESS 5/32" (4 mm)

REFR. MODEL HEIGHT WIDTH
TYPE MAX. MIN. MAX. MIN.

RM 2451 mm 827 825 527 524

inch 32-9/16 32-1/2 20-3/4 20-5/8

SP ARE P ARTS

The following list is a list of commonly used parts, which
should be available, if required, from your Dometic Ser­vice Center.

Part No. Description

17 37 71-02/3 Heater, 175W, 120V
200 74 19-16/7 Jet, No.43
293 03 79-00/9 Electrode
293 06 97-06/1 Burner
293 20 52-01/8 Thermocouple
293 25 75-01/8 Door shelf, lower
293 25 76-01/6 Door shelf, 2 pieces
293 26 67-01/3 Baf fle
293 26 70-01/7 Handle (light brown)
293 26 70-02/5 Handle (black)
293 30 96-01/4 S park ignition device

CHANGING DOOR HINGES FROM ONE
SIDE TO THE OTHER

The refrigerator is equipped with a convertible door. To
change the door swing, consult the parts manual for the
Conversion Kit Number. For further information, please
contact Dometic Corporation listed on the front page.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR MOUNTING
THE DOOR PANEL

The refrigerator is normally delivered without door panel.
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:
See figure page 15.

A. Open the door 90 degrees.

On new refrigerators, the decoration strip is taped
inside the door; if installed on the door, remove the
door decoration strip (2) by removing its three
screws (1).

B. Insert the vertical edges into the grooves of the

door frame (3).

C. Push the panel downward so that the lower hori-

zontal edge of the panel (4) is fitted into the bottom
grove (5).

D. Put the decoration strip across the door so that the

gap is covered. Secure the decoration strip with the
three screws removed in Step A (1).

293 27 50-02/5 Door reversing kit,

right-left (light brown)

293 27 50-03/3 Door reversing kit,

left-right (light brown)

293 27 50-13/2 Door reversing kit,

right-left (black)

293 27 50-14/0 Door reversing kit,

left-right (black)

Contact an authorized service center for
parts and repairs as needed.

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1

2

1

3

3

1

1

1

4

5

CERTIFIED VENT SYSTEM KITS

REFRIGERATOR KIT
MODEL NO. COMPONENTS PART NO.

RM 2451 3A Roof Base 3103633.XXX*

Roof Cover 3103634.XXX*

Lower Side Vent 3109350.XXX*

* Fill in “XXX” with color code numbers. For color codes, contact your supplier.

For further information contact your dealer or distributor.

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