Norcold 1082 User Manual
INSTALLATION & OPERATOR’S GUIDE
MODEL 1082
FREE-STANDING
REFRIGERATOR
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.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquid in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Part No.: 617149 C (96 -1 0)
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Extinguish any open flames, pilot
lights, and all smoking material.
2. Do not touch any electrical
switches.
3. Shut off the gas supply at the tank
valve(s) or gas supply connection.
4. Open doors and other ventilating
openings.
5. Leave the area until gas odor
clears.
6. Have the gas system checked and
leakage source corrected.
NOTICE: THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT APPROVED FOR USE IN R.V. OR MARINE APPLICATIONS.
THIS REFRIGERATOR IS EQUIPPED FOR LP GAS AND CANNOT BE CONVERTED TO
ANY OTHER FUELS (NATURAL GAS, BUTANE, ETC.).
Safety Awareness
Read this manual carefully and become thoroughly acquainted with its contents before installing and
operating the refrigerator.
Be alert to a potential Safety Hazard when the S afety Al ert Symbol appears on your refrigerator or in this
manual.
A signal word (i.e., Danger, Warning, Caution) accompanying the Safety Alert Symbol identifies the seriousness
of the Safety Hazard. Review the safety symbols and signal words below. Carefully read their descriptions to
understand their meaning. They are for your safety.
DANGER indicates the presence of a hazard that will cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial
property damage if ignored.
WARNING indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial
property damage if ignored.
CAUTION indicates the presence of a hazard that will or can cause a minor personal injury or substantial
property damage if ignored.
WARNING
Always apply the following precautions when operating this refrigerator. Failure to heed thes e precautions
can result in substantial property damage, severe personal injury, or death.
• Carbon Monoxide can be hazardous to your to health and can result in death. A gas appliance can emit
Safety Information
excessive Carbon Monoxide gas if the refrigerator’s burner and flue system is not regularly cleaned. See pages
10 & 11 in this manual for instructions.
• Unauthorized or improper servicing of this refrigerator can cause severe personal injury, property damage, or
both. All required service and maintenance must be performed by your dealer, your propane gas supplier, or
by a Norcold authorized service center.
• This refrigerator must be used in the manner for which it was designed. Refer to this manual for installation
and operating procedures.
• Keep the refrigerator and the surrounding area clean. Never store combustible materials near the refrigerator.
Storing combustible materials near the r efrigerator not only creates a safety hazard, but als o inhibits the air
flow to the cooling system thereby reducing cooling efficiency.
• Propane gas can cause an explosion that can result in property damage, personal injury, or death. Use extreme
care when working with or near a propane gas system. Do not smoke or create sparks. Do not use an open
flame to check supply piping and fittings for leaks.
• Ground the 120 volt AC circuit in compliance with any applicable local, state, or national codes. Never cut or
remove the round grounding prong from the refrigerator’s AC power cord. Do not use a two-prong adapter. Do
not use an extension cord.
• Always replace a blown fuse with a fuse of the same ampere rating. A circuit overload can result in an electrical
fire if undersized wires or improperly sized fuses are used. To prevent a possible electrical fire, follow Norcold’s
fuse size requirements (page 5) and any applicable state and local codes.
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• Protect all wiring from physical damage, vibration, and excessive heat.
• Always disconnect the AC power source from the refrigerator when performing routine maintenance. All
servicing of this refrigerator must be performed by a qualified service technician.
• Keep liquids away from electrical connections. Many liquids are electrically conductive and could cause serious
arching damage and fires.
• Never bend, drop, drill, weld, manipul ate, or impact the cooling system. Doi ng so can cause the system to
rupture, releasing corrosive chemicals that can cause severe damage to the eyes and skin.
• Never attempt to repair or recharge the cooling system. A defective cooling system must be replaced by a
qualified appliance repair technician.
• After the refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces of the freezer, particularly with damp or wet
hands. Skin may adhere to the cold surfaces.
• To prevent child entrapment, limit access to the refrigerator and insure all wire shelves are securely fastened.
Always remove the door(s) before disposing of any refrigerator.
• This refrigerator has sharp edges and corners at the rear. Use care when working on this refri gerator. To
prevent cuts or abrasions, wear cut resistant gloves.
• Surfaces at the rear of the refrigerator are extremely hot. Contact with these surfaces can result in minor burns.
Turn the refrigerator off for several hours before attempting to move the refrigerator.
Refrigerator Specifications
LP Gas Operation - 11.0 Inches Water Column Propane
Safety Information Specifications
AC Operation - 120 Volts AC (132 Volts Max.; 108 Volts Min.); 60 Hertz Grounded Circuit
Operation where these specifications are exceeded may cause refrigerator damage and will void the refrigerator
warranty.
Introduction
You are now the owner of a Norcold Model 1082 Free-Standing Refrigerator. When used properly, this product
gives years of trouble free operation. Please read this manual c arefully; it is designed to help you keep your
refrigerator running efficiently and to answer any questions that may arise concerning your refrigerator.
Unlike a compressor driven refrigerator, the Norcold Model 1082 Refrigerator uses a gas absorption cooling
system. This cooling system uses an external energy source to heat the cooling solution, thereby evaporating the
solution and providing refrigerant circulation by means of percolation. The refrigerant travels to the freezer and
refrigerator areas, where it condenses and re-evaporates before returning to start the cycle again. This cooling
system contains no moving parts, and operates on either LP gas or AC electric input. This cooling system has
special requirements that do not apply to compressor driven refrigerators. These requirements include critical
leveling, ventilation concerns, and adequate gas an d electrical inputs, and are specifie d in later sections of t his manual.
If a problem occurs with your refrigerator, please refer to the trouble shooting section in the back of this manual.
The information provided in the trouble shooting section helps in solving minor problems.
The model and serial number of this refrigerator must be recorded. You will find these numbers on the serial tag
located in the interior of the refrigerator. These numbers should be used in any correspondence, either written or
verbal, concerning this refrigerator.
Introduction
Model: ______________________ Serial Number:_______________________
If a problem arises that is not addressed in the trouble shooting section of this manual, you will need to contact
an authorized Norcold Service Center. The service center booklet included in the information packet lists
authorized service centers in the United States and Canada.
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Locating and Installing the Refrigerator
Installation
This refrigerator must be installed in accordance with these Installation Instructions for the certifications and the
Norcold factory warranty to be in effect.
This appliance is design certified under the latest edition of ANSI Z21.19 Standards by the American Gas
Association and is approved by the Canadian Gas Association.
Install the refrigerator in accordance with local codes. In the absence of local codes, the installation must conform
with the following, as applicable:
In the United States:
• The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.
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• The manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR Part 3280.
When an external electrical source is utilized, the refrigerator, when installed, must be electricall y grounded in
accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
In Canada:
• Any applicable code.
• Current Can 1-B 149.2 Installation Code for Propane Appliance and Equipment.
The refrigerator must be electrically grounded with the current Canadian Electrical Code C22.2 Parts 1 and 2.
Locating the Refrigerator
WARNING
Improper location, installation, adjustments, or unauthorized modifications can
cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual for proper instructions.
For assistance or additional information consult a qualified install er, service
agency, or your gas supplier.
The Norcold refrigerator is to be located on a solid and
level floor that is strong enough to support the combined weight of the refrigerator and its contents. Keep
the refrigerator away from direct sunlight and other heat
generating sources.
The refrigerator must be installed with the following
clearances:
Top: 6 inches minimum
Right Side: 2 inches minimum
Left Side: 0 inch minimum
Bottom: 0 inch minimum
Rear: 0 inch minimum
Do not locate the refrigerator in an area where the flow
of combustion and ventilation air is obstructed.
Notice
: Never install the refrigerator directly on carpet-
ing or vinyl floor covering. Carpeting or vinyl
flooring must be protected by a metal or wood
panel beneath the refrigerator. The panel
should extend at least the full width and depth
of the refrigerator.
Figure 1
Keep the refrigerator and the surrounding area cl ear
and free of combustible materials, gasoline, and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
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Leveling the Refrigerator
The refrigerator has a moisture reduction device located in the divider panel. This device will inhibit moisture from accumulating on the divider panel between
the refrigerator and freezer doors. To insure proper
operation of the refrigerator and the moisture reduction
device, the refrigerator must be level.
The refrigerator is equipped with leveli ng feet. Using
a bubble level placed on the floor of the freezer, adjust
the leveling feet to obtain proper leveling. To raise the
refrigerator, turn screw of leveling feet clock wise. To
lower the refrigerator, turn screw of leveling feet counterclockwise. See Figure 2.
Leveling Screw
1 3/8" Wrench
Wrench fits on head
of leveling screw.
Figure 2
Gas Connection
Install a pressure regulator between the main gas supply tank and the refrigerator to maintain the supply pressure
of 11 inches water column.
regulator in line.
Use gas supply tubing and fittings that comply with local, state, and national codes. We recommend that the gas
be supplied by 3/8 inch diameter copper piping to prevent gas pressure loss to the refrigerator. The gas connection
at the rear of the refrigerator is a 3/8 inch SAE (UNF 5/8 inch-18) male flare connection.
The gas piping should be routed to limit the possibility of damage. It is recommended that the supply piping enter
directly at the rear of the refrigerator through the floor which supports the refrigerator. The hole through which the
gas piping enters should be of sufficient size (approximately 1/2" in diameter) to provide adequate clearance. Once
the gas piping is installed, apply a sealant around the piping at its point of entry to minimize abrasion and to serve
as a barrier from external moisture.
Provide an adequate length of gas supply tubing for connecting the refrigerator to the main gas supply tank.
Additional tubing is required at the rear of the refriger ator (Figure 3) to all ow the refriger ator to be pulled s everal
feet from the wall for cleaning, maintenance, and
burner flame inspection.
To prevent gas leaks and damage to the g as
supply tubing, use two wrenches when connecting gas fittings, as illustrated in Figure 3.
The propane gas supply tubing must be inspected and tested for leaks from the refrigerator
to the main gas supply tank.
with an open flame.
piping and measurement of input gas pressure
must be performed by a qualified installer, s ervice agency, or gas supplier.
Check gas pressure to the refrigerator without
other gas appliances operating. The pressure
should not exceed 11 inches water column. With
other gas appliances operating the pressure
should not be less than 10.5 inch es water column.
The refrigerator and its individual shutoff valve
must be disconnected from the main gas supply
during testing at pressures in excess of 1/2 psig
(14 inches water column).
The refrigerator must be isolated from the gas
supply piping system by closing its individual
manual shutoff valve during any testing of the gas
supply piping system at tes t pressures equal to
or less than 1/2 psig (14 inches water column).
Testing of the gas supply
Do not connect the refrigerator directly to the main gas supply without a pressure
120 Volt AC
Receptacle
Do not test for leaks
Hold
Turn
Gas
Cylinder
Pressure
Regulator
To Refrigerator
3/8" Copper
Gas Supply Line
Figure 3
Leveling Gas Connection
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