Dometic RUA6408X User Manual
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REFRIGERATION
RUA SERIES
RUA6408X, RUA8408X
Absorption refrigerator
Operating manual
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RUA6408X, RUA8408X
Please read this instruction manual carefully before first use, and store it in
a safe place. If you pass on the product to another person, hand over this
instruction manual along with it.
Table of contents
1 Explanation of symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
2 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
3 Scope of delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
4 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
5 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
6 Technical description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
7 Using the refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
8 Cleaning and maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
9 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
10 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
11 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
12 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
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RUA6408X, RUA8408X Explanation of symbols
1 Explanation of symbols
WARNING!
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Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction can cause fatal or
serious injury.
CAUTION!
Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction can lead to injury.
NOTICE!
Failure to observe this instruction can cause material damage and impair
the function of the product.
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Supplementary information for operating the product.
2 Safety instructions
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage in the following cases:
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Damage to the product resulting from mechanical influences and incorrect
connection voltage
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Alterations to the product without express permission from the manufacturer
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Use for purposes other than those described in the operating manual
2.1 General safety
WARNING!
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Never open the absorber refrigerant circuit. They are under high pressure and can cause injury if they are opened.
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Do not operate the refrigerator if it is visibly damaged.
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If the power cable for this refrigerator is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, customer service or a similarly qualified person in
order to prevent safety hazards.
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This refrigerator may only be repaired by qualified personnel.
Inadequate repairs may cause serious hazards.
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Safety instructions RUA6408X, RUA8408X
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This refrigerator can be used by children aged 8 years or over, as well
as by persons with diminished physical, sensory or mental capacities
or a lack of experience and knowledge, providing they are supervised
or have been instructed how to use the refrigerator safely and are
aware of the resulting risks.
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Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by
unsupervised children.
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Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
refrigerator.
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Do not store any explosive substances, such as spray cans with
propellants, in the refrigerator.
CAUTION!
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Danger of crushing! Do not put your fingers into the hinge.
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Food may only be stored in its original packaging or in suitable
containers.
NOTICE!
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Do not open the refrigerant circuit under any circumstances.
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The refrigerant in the refrigerator circuit is highly flammable.
In the event of any damage to the refrigerator circuit (smell of
ammonia):
– Switch off the refrigerator if applicable.
– Avoid naked flames and sparks.
– Air the room well.
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Check that the voltage specification on the type plate is the same as
that of the power supply.
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The refrigerator is not suitable for storing substances which are caustic
or contain solvents.
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Keep the drainage outlet clean at all times.
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Do not use a high-pressure cleaner near the ventilation grille when
cleaning the vehicle.
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Never pull the plug out of the socket by the connection cable.
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The refrigerator lighting may only be replaced by customer service.
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The refrigerator may not be exposed to rain.
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2.2 Safe operation
CAUTION!
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Close and lock the refrigerator door before beginning a journey.
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The refrigerator unit at the back of the refrigerator becomes hot during
operation. Protect yourself from coming into contact with hot parts
when removing ventilation grilles.
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Only store heavy objects such as bottles or cans in the refrigerator
door, in the vegetable drawer or on the bottom shelf.
NOTICE!
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Do not use electrical devices inside the refrigerator unless they are
recommended by the manufacturer for that purpose.
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Danger of overheating!
Always ensure sufficient ventilation so that the heat generated during
operation can dissipate. Make sure that the refrigerator is sufficiently
far away from walls and other objects so that the air can circulate.
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Ensure that the ventilation openings are not covered.
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Protect the refrigerator and the cable against heat and moisture.
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Make sure that foodstuffs do not touch the walls of the cooling area.
2.3 Safety when operating with DC power
NOTICE!
Only select operation with DC power supply (battery mode) if the vehicle
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engine is running and providing sufficient voltage to the light system, or if
you are using a battery monitor.
2.4 Safety when operating with AC power
NOTICE!
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Check that the voltage specification on the type plate is the same as
that of the power supply.
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Only use the cable supplied to connect the refrigerator to the
AC mains.
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Never pull the plug out of the socket by the connection cable.
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2.5 Safety when operating with gas
WARNING!
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Only operate the refrigerator at the pressure shown on the type
plate. Only use pressure controllers with a fixed setting which comply
with national regulations.
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Never store liquid gas cylinders in unventilated areas or below
ground level (funnel shaped holes in the ground).
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Keep liquid gas cylinders away from direct sunlight. The temperature
may not exceed 50 °C.
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Never operate the refrigerator with gas
– at petrol stations
– while driving
– while transporting the caravan or mobile home with a transport
vehicle or tow truck
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Never use a naked flame to check the refrigerator for leaks.
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If you smell gas:
– Close the gas supply cock and the valve on the cylinder.
– Open all windows and leave the room.
– Do not press an electric switch.
– Put out any naked flames.
– Have the gas system checked by a specialist.
NOTICE!
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Only use universal LPG gas.
3Scope of delivery
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Refrigerator
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Operating manual
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Installation manual
4Accessories
Accessories available from your local Dometic agent.
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RUA6408X, RUA8408X Intended use
5 Intended use
The refrigerator is designed for installation in caravans or motorhomes. It is only
suitable for cooling, freezing and storing foodstuffs. The refrigerator is not intended
for the proper storage of medicine.
CAUTION! Health hazard!
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The refrigerator is designed to be operated on a DC power supply and an AC socket
and can be powered by liquid universal LPG gas. The refrigerator may not be run on
natural gas or city gas.
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Please check if the cooling capacity of the refrigerator is suitable for
storing the food you wish to cool.
NOTE
To safely operate 12 V consumer units in the caravan, it must be ensured
that the towing vehicle provides sufficient voltage. On some vehicles,
the battery management system may automatically switch off the
consumer unit to protect the battery. Ask your vehicle manufacturer for
more information.
6 Technical description
6.1 Description
The refrigerator is an absorption refrigerator. The refrigerator is designed to operate
with different types of power and can be run on an AC power supply, a DC power
supply or with liquefied universal LPG gas. For DC operation, the vehicle battery can
be used. The thermostatic control ensures that the refrigerator temperature is kept
constant and as little power as possible is consumed.
For ignition, the device does three attempts to ignite the flame for a period of
30 seconds at two minutes interval (if flame does not ignite, see chapter “Troubleshooting” on page 38).
The refrigerator is equipped with an automatic safety device which automatically
terminates the gas supply to the burner approximately 30 seconds after the flame
goes out and remains out.
The refrigerator has a manual power mode selection and an automatic operating
mode which selects the most economical power mode connected.
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The refrigerator is equipped with an cold weather/low ambient control, which
allows the refrigerator to operate in low ambient temperatures for a longer time.
6.2 Components
No. in fig. 1 Description
1 Freezer compartment door
2 Freezer door rack 1 1
3 Refrigerator door
4 Top door bin 2 2
5 Bottom door bin with bottle holder
6 Fruit and vegetable section
7 Refrigerator shelf 3 4
8 Refrigerator compartment
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No. in fig. 1 Description
9 Air duct cover plate
10 Internal light
11 Control and display elements
12 Freezer shelf 1 1
13 Freezer compartment
6.3 Control and display elements
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The refrigerator has a display and a control knob between the refrigerator and
freezer doors (fig. 2).
Function of the control knob (fig. 2):
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Rotate: Choose menu item. The selected menu item is highlighted.
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Short press: Confirm
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Press for 2 to 4 seconds: Acknowledge fault (chapter “Troubleshooting” on
page 38)
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6.4 Menu overview and navigation
➤ Turn/press the control knob on preferred setting and user mode option.
✓ The colour turns blue when selected.
➤ Press again to deselect.
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6.5 Display
By default the display shows the following main menu:
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1 The temperature bars show the set temperature:
2 Displays the currently used energy source (chapter “Energy
3 Buzzer off:
4 Frame heater for the freezer compartment on (symbol illumi-
Description
Lowest bar: lowest cooling function (warmest inner temperature)
Highest bar: highest cooling function (coldest inner temperature)
selection” on page 13)
No sound indication for extended door openings or error
conditions.
Buzzer on:
Sound indication for extended door openings or cooling
function error conditions.
nated) or off (symbol not illuminated).
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Description
5 The child lock is selectable by user to prevent children from using
the controls.
If activated, push the control knob 3 times within 1.5 seconds to
override temporarily and unlock the controls.
After 10 seconds without touching the control knob, the child
lock is reactivated.
6 Switches the lower outer fan to automatic, manual or off mode.
In automatic mode, an „A“ is shown in the upper right corner of
this symbol.
In manual mode, the fan operates continuously and „M“ is shown
in the upper right corner of this symbol.
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7 These symbols show the active user mode of the refrigerator:
Performance mode (factory default mode):
Uses all functionalities of the refrigerator and allows automated
functionalities.
Battery save mode:
Deactivates the outer fans, the front frame heater and the defrost
function in the main compartment. In battery save mode, the
refrigerator only operates with gas. The battery save mode overrides the energy selection (chapter “Energy selection” on
page 13).
Silent mode:
Deactivates the outer fans.
8 Only visible in automatic mode (chapter “Energy selection” on
page 13)
– D+ This function should be enabled when the vehicle has a valid D+
wire connection. With the function enabled, the refrigerator can
operate in automatic energy selection and manual energy selection. If the function is disabled, the refrigerator only operates in
manual energy selection.
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6.6 Energy selection
If you choose and confirm the middle line in the main menu, the following energy
selection menu will be shown:
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1 Automatic energy selection enabled/disabled; only available, if
2 AC voltage (highest priority with automatic energy selection
3 DC voltage (second priority with automatic energy selection
4 Gas operation only (lowest priority with automatic energy selec-
5 Return to main display
Description
D+ is connected.
enabled)
enabled)
tion enabled)
If automatic energy selection is enabled, the priority of the chosen energy sources is
as follows:
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AC
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DC
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Gas
If you choose an energy source manually, the symbol disappears in the
main menu.
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