Dometic RML 8330 UL Operating Instructions Manual

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Model No. Serial No. Product No. Date Purchased Place of Purchase
REFRIGERATOR MODEL
RML 8330 UL
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas supply at main valve.
2. Open windows.
3. Don't touch electrical switches.
4. Extinguish any open flame.
5. Immediately call your gas supplier.
WARNING
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.
AVIS
Cet appareil doit être réparé seulement par un réparateur autorisé. Modification de l'appareil pourrait être extrèmement dangeruse, et pourrait causer mal ou mort.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY
FOR CHILD SAFETY
DANGER: Risk of child entrapment.
Before you throw away your old refrigerator: Take off the doors, leave the shelves in place, so that children may not easily climb inside.
For Mobile Home or Recreational Vehicle
Installation
Operation by LP Gas, 12V DC or 120V AC
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
REFRIGERATOR
MODEL
RML 8330
FRANÇAIS PAGE 25
Dometic Corporation LaGrange, IN 46761 USA
FOR SERVICE CENTER ASSISTANCE
CALL: 800-544-4881
USA
SERVICE OFFICE The Dometic Corp. 2320 Indust. Parkway Elkhart, IN 46516 Phone: 574-294-2511
CANADA
Dometic Corp. 46 Zatonski, Unit 3 Brantford, ON N3T 5L8 Canada Phone: 519-720-9578
289 0692-00 05/2012
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Keep these operating instructions in a safe place. If this device is passed on, please include these operating instructions with it.
© 2012 Dometic - Subject to change without notice
DO NOT USE A FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS
LEAKS
WARNING!
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, it is recommended that all LP gas appliances which are vented to the out­side should be shut off when refueling. The refrigerator must be shut off during refueling.
WARNING!
Electrical Grounding Instructions This appliance 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.
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1.0 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.2 Guide to these operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
1.3 Copyright protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.4 Explanation of symbols used in this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.5 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.6 Limitation of liability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.7 Customer services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.8 Spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.9 Environmental notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.9.1 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.9.2 Energy-saving-tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.0 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1 Application according to regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2.2 User's responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.3 Protection of children when disposing of the equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.4 Working upon and checking the refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.5 Information on coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.6 Operating the refrigerator with gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.7 Safety instructions when storing foodstuffs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.8 Testing LP gas safety shutoff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.0 Description of model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1 Model identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.2 Refrigerator rating plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.3 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.4 Description of refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.0 Refrigerator operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.1 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.2 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.3 Explanation of operating controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.3.1 Electrical operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.3.2 Gas operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.3.3 Setting of cooling compartment temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.3.4 Energy-saving tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.3.5 Forced ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.4 Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.5 Door locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.5.1 Manual door lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.5.2 Fastening and releasing the door lock hook when parking the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.6 Positioning the storage racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4.7 Removing the crisper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.8 Removable freezer compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
4.9 Storing food and making ice cubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
4.9.1 Storing products in the cooling compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
4.9.2 Storing products in the freezer compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
4.9.3 Refrigerator compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
4.9.4 Making ice cubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
4.10 Shutting off the refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
4.11 Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
4.12 Winter operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4.12.1 Assembling the winter cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4.13 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Table of contents
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General
1.0 General
You have made an excellent choice in selec­ting the Dometic Absorption Refrigerator. We are sure that you will be satisfied with your new refrigerator in all respects. The refrigera­tor, 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.
1.1 Introduction
The information, texts and illustrations in these instructions are copyright protected and are subject to industrial property rights. No part of these instructions may be reprodu­ced, copied or utilised in any other way wit­hout written authorisation by Dometic.
1.3 Copyright protection
Before you start using the refrigerator, please read the operating instructions carefully.
These instructions provide you with the neces­sary guidance for the proper use of your refri­gerator. Observe in particular the safety instructions. Observation of the instructions and handling recommendations is important for dealing with the refrigerator safely and for protecting you from injury and the refrigerator from damage. You must understand what you have read before you carry out a task.
Keep these instructions in a safe place close to the refrigerator so they may be referred to at any time.
1.2 Guide to these operating instructions
1.4 Explanation of symbols used in this manual
Warning notices are identified by symbols. A supplementary text gives you an explanation of the degree of danger.
Observe these warning notices rigorously. You will thus protect yourself and other people from injury, and the appliance from damage.
Warning notices
DANGER indicates an imminent hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
DANGER!
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury
WARNING!
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury
CAUTION!
CAUTION (used without the safety alert sym-
bol) indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage to the appliance.
CAUTION!
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General
All information and guidance in these opera­ting instructions were prepared after taking into consideration the applicable standards and regulations as well as the current state of the art. Dometic reserves the right to make changes at any time which are deemed to be in the interest of improving the product and safety.
1.6 Limitation of liability
Dometic offers a customer service network.
Find your authorized customer service centre by calling the phone number indicated on the front page. You can also obtain the address information of the nearest customer service from www.dometic.com. When contacting Dometic Customer Services, please state the model, product number and serial number together with the MLC code, if applicable. You will find this information on the rating plate inside the refrigerator. We recommend that you note this data in the field provided on the front page of this operation manual.
1.7 Customer services
Information
INFORMATION gives you supplementary and
useful guidance when dealing with your refrige­rator.
Environmental Tips
ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS gives you useful gui-
dance for saving energy and disposal of the appliance.
Warranty arrangements are in accordance with the normal conditions applicable for the country concerned. For warranty or other maintenance, please contact our customer services department. Any damage due to improper use is not covered by the warranty. The warranty does not cover any modificati­ons to the appliance or the use of non-origi- nal Dometic parts. The warranty does not apply if the installation and operating instructi­ons are not adhered to and no liability shall be entertained.
1.5 Warranty
Dometic will assume no liability for damage in
the case of :
non-observation of the operating instructi-
ons
application not in accordance with the
regulations or provisions
use of non-original spare partsmodifications and interferences to
the appliance
effect of environmental influences, such as
- temperature fluctuations
- humidity
1.8 Spare parts
You can order parts directly from Dometic by calling the retail sales department at 1-800 544 4881. Please be sure to have your model number available so the correct parts list can be obtained.
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General
Refrigerators manufactured by Dometic are free of CFC/HCFC and HFC. Ammonia (a natural compound of hydrogen and nitrogen) is used in the cooling unit as a coolant. Non­ozone-hazardous cyclopentane is used as a propellant for manufacturing PU foam insulati­on.
In order to ensure that the recyclable packa­ging materials are re-used, they should be sent to the customary local collection system. The appliance should be transferred to a suit­able waste disposal company that will ensure re-use of the recyclable components and pro­per disposal of the rest. For eco-friendly drai­ning of the coolant from all absorber refrigera­tion units, a suitable disposal plant should be used.
1.9 Environmental notices
At an average ambient temperature of
77°F (25°C), it is sufficient to operate the refrigerator at middle thermostat setting.
Where possible, always store precooled
products.
Do not expose the refrigerator to direct
sunlight.
Ensure that air circulation of the cooling unit
is not obstructed.
Defrosting at regular intervals saves energy
(
see section 4.16 "Defrosting").
Open the refrigerator door only for a short
period of time when removing products.
Run the refrigerator for about 12 hours
before filling it.
1.9.2 Energy-saving-tips
1.9.1 Disposal
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Safety instructions
2.0 Safety instructions
The refrigerator is not suitable for the pro­per storage of medication. Please obser­ve in addition the instructions in the medi­cation package inserts.
WARNING!
This refrigerator is designed for installation in recreation vehicles such as caravans or motorhomes.
The refrigerator is to be used solely for storing foodstuffs.
2.1 Application according to regulations
2.4 Working upon and checking the refrigerator
2.3 Protection of children when disposing of the equipment
When disposing of the refrigerator, detach all refrigerator doors and leave the stora­ge racks in the refrigerator. In this way inadvertent entrappment and suffocation is prevented.
Work on gas equipment, exhaust system and electrical facilities must be carried out by authorized personnel only. Substantial damage to property and/or injury to persons can arise through unpro­fessional procedures.
WARNING!
Never use an open flame to check gas bearing parts and pipes for leakage!
There is a danger of fire or explosion.
DANGER!
Never open the absorber cooling unit! It is under high pressure.
There is a danger of injury!
WARNING!
Anyone operating the refrigerator must be familiar with the safe handling and understand the advice in these operating instructions. Children may only operate the appliance, if they have been made aware of how to opera­te the refrigerator safely and the dangers attending incorrect operation.
2.2 User's responsibility
WARNING!
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Safety instructions
2.5 Information on 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 (7.05 oz) of ammonia - about twice as much as is used in the refrigerator). Sodium chromate is used for corrosion protection (1.8% by weight of the solvent). In the event of leakage (easily identifiable from the strong odour), proceed as follows:
- Switch off the appliance.
- Air the room thoroughly.
- Inform authorized customer services.
For your safety it was ascertained in an expert's report that no impairment of health exists when the coolant is discharged.
No refrigerator of any kind can improve the quality of the food; refrigerators can only maintain the food's quality for a short dura­tion as from the time of storing it.
Please observe the following particular conditions for storing food in a refrigerator that is built into a vehicle:
A change in the climatic conditions such as
temperature fluctuations
High temperatures inside the vehicle when
it is closed and parked in direct sunlight (temperatures are possible up to 122°F (50°C) )
Use of the refrigerator during travel with the
power supply of 12V DC
A refrigerator built in behind a window and
exposed to direct sunlight
Storing the products too soon, i.e. shortly
after starting up the appliance for use
Under these particular conditions the refrige­rator cannot guarantee reaching the tempera­ture needed for perishables.
Perishables include all products with a stipula­ted use-by date and a minimum storage tem-
2.7 Safety instructions when sto­ring foodstuffs
It is imperative that the operating pressure corresponds to the data specified on the rating plate of the appliance. Compare the operating pressure of the rating plate with the data specified on the pressure reducing valve of the liquid gas cylinder.
2.6 Operating the refrigerator with gas
WARNING!
Operating the appliance with gas is not permitted
at petrol stationson ferry boatswhile transporting the caravan/motor-
home by a transporter or breakdown vehicle.
There is the danger of fire! Leave the equipment switched off.
If you smell gas:
* authorized specialist personnel
Authorized specialist personnel are accredited experts who are able, by virtue of their training and knowledge, to vouch that the inspection and repair work has been carried out properly.
Open all windows and leave the room. Do not operate any electrical equipment
and prevent the use of open flames. Do not operate any electrical equipment
and prevent the use of open flames. Contact authorized specialist personnel*
for advice.
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Safety instructions
perature of 39.2°F (+4°C) or less, especially for meat, poultry, fish, sausages, pre-packed foods.
Pack raw and cooked foods separately
(e.g. in containers, aluminium foil, etc.).
Only remove the outside packaging of
single packs if all the necessary informati­on, e.g. the use-by date, can also be read on the single packs.
Do not leave cooled goods outside the
refrigerator for too long.
Place the foods with the next use-by date
at the front, accordingly.
Pack away any left-over food and eat at the
first opportunity.
Wash your hands before and after handling
any food.
Regularly clean the inside of the refrigera-
tor.
Please observe the instructions and informati­on regarding the use-by date on the outside packaging of the food.
Please observe section
"4.1 Cleaning"
of this
instruction.
2.8 Testing LP gas safety shutoff
When testing the gas supply system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa), 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 psig (3.5 kPa), the appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping 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.
The gas safety shutoff must be tested after the refrigerator is connected to LP gas supply. To test the gas safety shutoff, proceed as fol­lows:
Start the refrigerator according to the
instructions for LP Gas Operation. See "Section 4.3.2. Gas operation"
Check that the gas flame is lit. Allow it to
burn a few minutes to ensure a full, stable flame.
Set the energy selector switch (Fig. 5, page
14) to position "OFF". The appliance is switched off ). Within 20 seconds the gas valve should automatically close. The flame is off.
Apply a commercial leak detection solution
to the burner jet. No bubbles should ap­pear.
Bubbles indicate a gas leak and the safety valve must be replaced by a qualified ser­viceman.
Rinse the burner jet with water. Light the
burner and allow it to burn for five minutes.
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3.0 Description of model
3.1 Model identification
The rating plate is to be found on the inside of the refrigerator. It contains all important details of the refrigerator. You can read off from this the model identification, the product number and the serial number. You will need these details whenever you contact the customer service centre or when ordering spare parts.
3.2 Refrigerator rating plate
Fig. 1
Description of model
RM
8 3 3 0
L
Refrigerator Mobile / Mobile Absorption Refrigerator
0 = manual energy selection + manual
ignition (Piezo igniter)
Model range
“Large” - refrigerator
Example :
2
1
3
4
5
Model number Product number Serial number Electrical rating details Gas pressure
2
1
3 4 5
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3.3 Technical data
Description of model
Model Dimensions Gross capacity
Rating details
Consumption * Net Ignition H x W x D (mm) with mains/battery electricity/gas weight Piezo Automat Depth incl. door freezer compartment over 24hrs
RML 8330
s. fig. 2
140 lit.
4.94 CU.ft
37 kg
81.57 lb
12 lit.
0.42 CU.ft
170 W / 170 W ca.3.2 KWh / 380 g
ca.3.2 KWh / 13.4 oz
Subject to technical changes.
*Average consumption measured at an average ambient
temperature of 25°C in pursuance of ISO Standard.
Fig. 2
420 mm
16.5”
598 mm
23.54”
430 mm/16.93”
1.06” 27 mm
2.48” 63 mm
70 mm
2.76”
0.315”
8 mm
Ø
8 mm
Ø
0.315”
0.315”
8 mm
55 mm
2.16 “
8.86” 225 mm
30.71”
708 mm
31.26”
794 mm
8.35”
212 mm
48.43”
50.9”
1293 mm
3.86” 98 mm
1230 mm
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3.4 Description of refrigerator
Operating controls
Freezer compartment
Post-evaporator for cooling compartment
Condensation water drain channel
Data plate
Vegetable bin
Door shelves
2
1
3
4
5
6
7
Description of model
Fig. 3
1
A
B
C
E
F
G
D
6
3
7
4
2
5
Freezer compartment :
already frozen food (deep-frozen food)
Middle compartment:
Dairy products, convenience food
Bottom compartment:
Meat, fish, food for defrosting
Vegetable compartment:
Salads, vegetables, fruit
Top door shelf:
Eggs, butter
Middle door shelves:
Cans, dressings, ketchup, jam
Bottom door shelf (drinks compart­ment):
Drinks in bottles or bags
B
A
C
D
E
F
G
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Refrigerator operation
Fig. 4
The refrigerator is equipped to operate on three power modes:
Mains voltage (120V AC)Direct-current voltage (12V DC)Gas (propane)
Select the desired power mode by the energy selector switch .
4.1 Cleaning
Before starting up the refrigerator, it is recom­mended that you clean it inside and repeat this at regular intervals.
Use a soft cloth and lukewarm water with a mild detergent. Then wipe out the appliance with clean water and dry thoroughly.
To avoid material alterations, 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.
4.2 Maintenance
It is recommended that the gas burner be
inspected and cleaned as necessary at least once a year. When using liquefied petroleum gas (tank or refill cylinders) the maintenance interval is reduced. Keep the evidence of maintenance work carried out on your refrigerator.
Work on gas and electrical equipment
shall be carried out by qualified person­nel only. It is recommended to have it done by an authorized customer ser­vices department.
The gas burner must be inspected and
cleaned as necessary at least once a year. When using liquefied petroleum gas (tank or refill cylinders) the maintenance interval is reduced to half-yearly or quar­terly.
Keep the evidence of maintenance work carried out on your refrigerator.
We recommend maintenance following an extended shutdown of the vehicle. Please contact our customer services.
NOTE: Avoid spraying water through the vent grilles when washing the RV.
It is important to keep the refrigerator vent area free from combustible material, gasoline and other flammable vapors or liquids.
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 noncorrosive 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 LP gas systems and refrigerators.
4.0 Refrigerator operation
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4.3 Explanation of operating controls
Refrigerator operation
Manual energy selection / manual ignition (Piezo igniter) :
4.3.1 Electrical operation
1 = Power On switch / Energy selector switch 2 = Flame indicator (galvanometer) 3 = Temperature controller 4 = Piezo igniter (gas)
Explanations:
The refrigerator is equipped to operate on mains power, 12V DC or propane gas. Select the desired power supply by turning the ener­gy selector switch (1) . The energy selector switch (1) has four settings:
Off (2)Mains voltage (120V AC) (3)Direct-current voltage (Battery, 12V DC)
(4)
Gas (propane) (5)
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
1
2 3
4 5
1
2
3 4
Fig. 7 Fig. 8
Switch on the appliance by turning the energy selection switch (1) clockwise to position :
1 1
for 12V operation.
for 120V operation,
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Refrigerator operation
3. Activate Piezo ignition (3) several times at
intervals 1-2 seconds.
4. Once the flame ignites, the pointer of galva-
nometer (4) begins moving into the green range. The refrigerator is operational. Keep
knob (2) depressed for approx. 15 seconds
and finally release it.
Fig. 12
Fig. 11
Fig. 9 Fig. 10
1. Turn the rotary selector switch (1) to
position .
2. Turn the temperature selector (2) clockwise
and push. Keep the controller button depressed.
2 3 4
As a basic rule, gas operation is prohibi­ted in petrol stations!
WARNING!
4.3.2 Gas operation (Liquid gas)
The refrigerator must be operated using
propane gas (no natural gas or town gas). When using LPG gas, please
consider that the burner needs cleaning at shorter intervals due to the gas combustion method (2-3 times per year recommended).
For physical reasons, gas ignition faults
could occur starting from an altitude above sea level of approx. 3280 ft. / 1000 m (No malfunction!)
On the initial refrigerator start-up or after a
cylinder change, air may be trapped in the gas line. To purge the air from the lines, switch on the refrigerator and any other gas appliances (e.g. stove) for a short time. The gas ignites without delay.
Prior to starting the refrigerator in gas mode :
Open the gas cylinder valve. Open the shut-off valve for gas supply to
the refrigerator.
Appliances with Piezo igniter/battery igniter
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All refrigerators with manual ignition are equip­ped with an automatic flame safety valve which interrupts the gas supply automatically after approx. 30 seconds when the flame has extinguished.
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