Norcold 2118 Installation And Owner's Instructions
Installation and Owner’s Instructions
2118 Water Dispenser
This refrigerator is equipped with an optional water dispenser. The Installation Manual and the
Owner’s Manual do not include instructions about this option. Please use these instructions for the
Installation and the Operation of the water dispenser. Keep these instructions with the refrigerator
Installation Manual and Owner’s Manual for future use.
NORCOLD, Inc.
P.O. Box 4248
Sidney, OH 45365-4248
English
Norcold Customer Support Dept.
Telephone: 800-543-1219
Fax: 937-497-3183
Web Site: www.norcold.com
Part No. 636987A (8/29/2014)
Table of Contents
Owner’s Instructions ..............................................................................................................................................................................2
Water Dispenser ...................................................................................................................................................................................2
Water dispenser operation ................................................................................................................................................................3
Water dispenser shut off....................................................................................................................................................................4
Task light ...........................................................................................................................................................................................4
Drain grid and drip cup ......................................................................................................................................................................4
Water dispenser cleaning and disinfecting ........................................................................................................................................4
Water Dispenser Storage ......................................................................................................................................................................5
Replacement Parts ...............................................................................................................................................................................6
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................................................................7
Installation Instructions .........................................................................................................................................................................8
Install the Water Dispenser Components (non-metal door models) .....................................................................................................8
Install the Water Dispenser Components (metal door models) ............................................................................................................8
Install Decorative Door Panels (non-metal door models) .....................................................................................................................9
Connect the Water Dispenser ...............................................................................................................................................................9
Connect the water supply line .........................................................................................................................................................10
Owner’s Instructions
Water Dispenser
The water dispenser is assembled to the refrigerators at the factory as optional equipment. If the refrigerator does not have a factory
installed water dispenser, one cannot be added to the refrigerator at a later time.
The water dispenser has a water reservoir that is built into the bottom of the refrigerator fresh food compartment. As water is
dispensed, the reservoir automatically rells with water. The reservoir allows the supply water to cool to the same temperature as the
inside of the refrigerator fresh food compartment.
Most vehicle manufacturers have a water lter installed in the plumbing system to remove odor, taste, chlorine, and sediment from the
water. If the vehicle does not already have a water lter installed, Norcold recommends that you install one before operating the water
dispenser. Contact your dealer.
The water dispenser operates only on demand and will operate in ambient temperatures as low as 0° F. To allow operation at
temperatures between 0° F and 32° F., the water dispenser has a heater on the solenoid water valves and on the water line between
the solenoid valves and the water dispenser.
At temperatures below 0° F, store the water dispenser as written in the “Water Dispenser Storage” section of these instructions.
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CAUTION
Do not allow the temperature inside the refrigerator fresh food compartment to be less than 32° F. At this temperature, the water inside
the reservoir will freeze and damage the reservoir. If the vehicle is to shut down during cold weather, store the water dispenser as
written in the “Water Dispenser Storage” section of these instructions.
The water line heater does not protect the water supply line from the vehicle shut off valve to the solenoid
valves on the back of the refrigerator.
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The water dispenser operates on:
189
190
Art01817
- 12 Volts DC.
- Potable water at a pressure of 15 psi - 125 psi.
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CAUTION
The dispenser is made to operate with water. Do not connect the dispenser to any other beverage source.
The convenient features of the water dispenser are:
- one hand operation.
- a task light which comes on while the water dispenser is on.
- a drain grid and drip cup which are removable for easy cleaning.
- a message center, on non-metal door models) which provides a location for notes, reminders, etc.
Connect the water dispenser only to a potable water supply. The dispenser system does not make untreated
water potable.
Water dispenser operation:
First time operation:
The rst operation of the water dispenser removes the air from the water dispenser system.
1. Remove the label from the water dispenser.
NOTICE
2. Open the water shut off valve of the vehicle.
Do not pull on the dispenser arm. If you accidently pull the dispenser arm off of the water dispenser, make sure the
coil spring is over the round stud of the water dispenser and press the dispenser arm onto the water dispenser until it
“snaps” into position.
3. Hold a glass below the dispenser nozzle.
4. Push in and hold the dispenser arm [189] until the water ows out
in a steady stream and does not sputter (See Art01817).
NOTICE
5. Release the paddle to stop the water ow.
6. Remove the glass from below the dispenser nozzle.
Continued operation:
1. Allow the water in the dispenser to cool before using the dispenser.
- The cooling time will vary with the supply water temperature.
- A complete rell of the built-in reservoir will take longer.
This may take a minute for the built-in reservoir to ll
for the rst time and to eliminate the air from the system. You should discard and not use the rst several
glasses of water from the dispenser. New plumbing
connections and/or impurities in the water supply line
from the rst use or after winterizing can cause the
rst glasses of water to be discolored or have an odd
avor.
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2. Make sure that the air inside the refrigerator can freely circulate around
Art01818
191
Art01819
192
the water reservoir which is located at the bottom of the fresh food
compartment.
3. Hold a glass below the dispenser nozzle.
4. Push in and hold the dispenser arm to start the water ow.
5. Release the paddle to stop the water ow.
6. Remove the glass from below the dispenser nozzle.
Water dispenser shut off:
If the water dispenser does not shut off when you release the paddle:
- Push the refrigerator ON/OFF button to turn the refrigerator off.
- See the “Troubleshooting” section of these instructions to nd the cause
of the problem.
Task light:
The task light comes on whenever the water dispenser is on.
Drain grid and drip cup:
The drain grid and drip cup are located below the water dispenser arm.
To remove the drain grid [191], push down on the center of the rear
edge of the drain grid to raise up the front edge so you can grasp it
(See Art01818).
To remove the drip cup [192], grasp the handle area inside the drip
cup and lift it out of the well (See Art01819).
Water dispenser cleaning and disinfecting:
To clean the drain grid and the drip cup:
- Remove the drain grid and the drip cup from the well.
- Wash the water dispenser, the drain grid, and the drip cup with a
mild cleaner or a solution of liquid dish detergent and warm water.
- Rinse with clean water.
- Dry with clean cloth.
NOTICE
- Put the drain grid and drip cup back in the original positions.
- Follow the instructions of the RV manufacturer to disinfect the drinking water supply of the vehicle.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, chemicals, or scouring pads because they can damage the nish of the parts.
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Water Dispenser Storage
To prepare the water dispenser for seasonal storage (See Art02501):
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CAUTION
1. Close the vehicle water supply valve to the refrigerator.
2. Remove the water supply line [43] from the water solenoid valve
[44].
3. Remove the water dispenser line from the water solenoid valve.
- Do not remove the foil heaters from around the water solenoid
valve and the water dispenser line
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CAUTION
4. Drain all of the water from the water supply line and the water dispenser line.
NOTICE
5. Put the ends of the water lines and the water solenoid valve each into a clean plastic bag.
6. Use tape to close each plastic bag around the water lines and the water solenoid valve.
To use the water dispenser after seasonal storage:
Do not operate the water dispenser when
the ambient air temperature is 0° F. or lower.
Damage to the water solenoid valves and the
water supply line can occur.
43
Drain the water dispenser. Failure to drain
the dispenser can cause damage to the
dispenser components and result in leaks.
Make sure to use a large enough container to catch the water that drains from the dispenser water line. The water
dispenser contains almost a quart of water.
44
ART02501
1. Remove the tape and plastic bags from the end of the water lines and the water solenoid valve.
2. Connect the dispenser water line to the water solenoid valve.
3. Connect the water supply line to the water solenoid valve.
4. Open the vehicle water supply valve to the refrigerator.
5. Push and hold the dispenser arm until the water comes out in a steady stream and does not sputter.
NOTICE
You should discard and not use the rst several glasses of water from the water dispenser.
Replacement Parts
You may purchase replacement parts through your local RV dealer or authorized Norcold Service Center.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
The water is too warm.
The water does not dispense.
The water does not shut off.
Solution
Check:
- That it has been at least 4 hours since the dispenser reservoir was lled.
- That the refrigerator has operated for 8 hours before loading with food.
- That the refrigerator temperature control is set to a cold enough temperature.
- That the refrigerator is cooling correctly.
- See your dealer or authorized Norcold Service Center.
Check:
- That the vehicle water pump or water source is on and /or fully open.
- That water supply valve to the dispenser is open.
- That the water lter of the vehicle water supply system is not clogged.
- That the water supply line is connected to the water solenoid valves.
- That the solenoid water valve is corrrectly connected to 12 VDC.
- That the dispenser arm moves freely.
- See your dealer or authorized Norcold Service Center.
Turn the refrigerator “OFF” at the refrigerator controls.
Turn off the vehicle water pump or remove water source to dispenser.
Turn the refrigerator “ON” at the refrigerator controls.
Check:
- That the dispenser paddle moves freely.
- That the small round button behind the dispenser paddle moves freely in and out.
- That the valve closes when it is de-energized.
- See your dealer or authorized Norcold Service Center.
The water ow is weak or sputtering.
The water has an odor
or bad taste.
The task light does not come on.
The task light does not go off.
Check:
- That the water lter of the vehicle water supply system is not clogged.
- That the water lines behind the refrigerator are not kinked.
- That the water pressure to the vehicle is not low.
- That any water valves leading the the dispenser are fully open.
- That after winterizing or replacing the water lter, all air is purged from the vehicle water
lines.
- That the tip of the dispenser nozzle does not have build up mineral deposits. If so clean
with a swab or soft cloth.
- See your dealer or authorized Norcold Service Center.
Check:
- That the vehicle water lter may need to be replaced.
- That a vehicle water lter may need to be installed.
- That the vehicle water system may need to be sanitized.
- That the dispenser reservoir is purged by running out several glasses of water.
- See your dealer or authorized Norcold Service Center.
Check:
- That the solenoid water valve is corrrectly connected to 12 VDC.
- See your dealer or authorized Norcold Service Center.
Check:
- That the dispenser arm moves freely.
- See your dealer or authorized Norcold Service Center.
Art01713
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