Norcold N3000 Owner's Manual

Installation and Owner’s Manual

For N3000 models with touchscreen

WARNING

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause personal injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional information, contact a qualiﬁ ed installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.

FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other ﬂ ammable vapors and liquid in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

FOR YOUR SAFETY If you smell gas:

1. Open windows

2. Don’t touch electrical switches.

3. Extinguish any open ﬂ ame.

4. Immediately call your gas supplier.

WARNING

DO NOT install this refrigerator in below deck marine applications. Do not install this refrigerator in ﬁ xed indoor cabin or other dwelling applications. This refrigerator must use only NORCOLD designed and approved outside air intake and exhaust ventilation for correct and safe operation. Any other ventilation could cause lethal combustion exhaust fumes and/or propane gas fumes to be present in the living area and/or below deck.

NORCOLD, Inc. P.O. Box 4248 Sidney, OH 45365-4248

English

Norcold Customer Suport Dept.

Telephone: 800-543-1219

Fax: 937-497-3183

Web Site: www.norcold.com

Part No. 635607E (2013/05/14)

Table of Contents

Owner’s Manual .......................................................................................................................................................................................3

Safety Awareness ..............................................................................................................................................................................3

Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................................................................3

About Y our Refrigerator .....................................................................................................................................................................4

Refrigerator components............................................................................................................................................................4

Storage Volume..........................................................................................................................................................................4

Leveling ......................................................................................................................................................................................5

Operation during travel...............................................................................................................................................................5

Use of refrigerator compartment ................................................................................................................................................5

Moving storage shelves .............................................................................................................................................................5

Moving door bins ........................................................................................................................................................................5

Freezer compartment .................................................................................................................................................................5

Control Panel with Touchscreen ........................................................................................................................................................6

Turn refrigerator on ....................................................................................................................................................................6

Anti-condensation heater ...........................................................................................................................................................6

Selecting a Source .....................................................................................................................................................................7

Sources ......................................................................................................................................................................................7

Select cooling level ....................................................................................................................................................................7

Turn refrigerator off ....................................................................................................................................................................7

Temperature Control System.............................................................................................................................................................8

Effects of High Altitude on Propane Gas Operation ..........................................................................................................................8

Effects of Freezing Temperatures on Refrigerator Operation ............................................................................................................8

Refrigerator Care Checklist ...............................................................................................................................................................8

Defrosting ..........................................................................................................................................................................................9

Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................................................................9

Check the Seal of the Doors ...........................................................................................................................................................10

Refrigerator Maintenance Checklist ................................................................................................................................................10

Refrigerator Storage ........................................................................................................................................................................11

Refrigerator Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................11

Gas ﬂ ame appearance .............................................................................................................................................................11

Remove and clean the burner oriﬁ ce .......................................................................................................................................12

Wiring Diagram and Pictorial ...........................................................................................................................................................13

Replacement Parts ..........................................................................................................................................................................14

Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................................................................................................14

Frequently Asked Questions ..........................................................................................................................................................14

Installation Manual..................................................................................................................................................................................15

Safety Awareness ............................................................................................................................................................................15

Safety Instructions ...........................................................................................................................................................................15

Certiﬁ cation and Code Requirements .............................................................................................................................................16

Ventilation Requirements ................................................................................................................................................................16

Key Refrigerator Dimensions ..........................................................................................................................................................17

Assemble the Enclosure for the Refrigerator ..................................................................................................................................17

Install the Lower and Upper Vents ..................................................................................................................................................18

Reverse the Door Swing (optional) .................................................................................................................................................22

Handling ..........................................................................................................................................................................................23

Install the Refrigerator .....................................................................................................................................................................23

Combustion Seal .............................................................................................................................................................................23

Connect the Electrical Components ................................................................................................................................................24

Connect the 120 volts AC supply .............................................................................................................................................24

Connect the 12 volts DC supply ...............................................................................................................................................24

Connect the Propane Gas Components .........................................................................................................................................25

Connect the propane gas supply system .................................................................................................................................25

Connect the gas supply line to the refrigerator ........................................................................................................................25

Examine the gas supply system for leaks ................................................................................................................................26

Ignition and Start Up........................................................................................................................................................................26

Control Panel with Touchscreen ......................................................................................................................................................26

Removing Air From the Propane Gas Supply Lines ........................................................................................................................27

Set the Controls to Automatic Mode Operation ...............................................................................................................................28

Turn Refrigerator Off .......................................................................................................................................................................28

Remove the Refrigerator .................................................................................................................................................................28

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Owner’s Manual

Safety Awareness

Read this manual carefully and understand the contents before you use the refrigerator. Be aware of possible safety hazards when you see the safety alert symbol on the refrigerator and in this manual. A signal word follows

the safety alert symbol and identiﬁ es the danger of the hazard. Carefully read the descriptions of these signal words to fully know their meanings. They are for your safety.

WARNING

CAUTION

This signal word means a hazard, which if ignored, can cause dangerous personal injury, death, or much property damage.

This signal word means a hazard, which if ignored, can cause small personal injury or much property damage.

Safety Instructions

WARNING

- The storage of ﬂ ammable materials behind or around the refrigerator creates a ﬁ re hazard. Do not use the area behind the refrigerator to store anything, especially ﬂ ammable materials (gasoline, cleaning supplies, etc.)

- Do not remove the round ground prong from any of the AC power cords. Do not use a two prong adapter or an extension cord with any of the AC power cords.

- A circuit overload can result in an electrical ﬁ re if the wires and/or fuses are not the correct size. Use only the wire and fuse sizes as written in the “Installation Manual”.

- Incorrect installation, adjustment, change to, or maintenance of this refrigerator can cause personal injury, property damage, or both. Have service and maintenance work done by your dealer or by a Norcold authorized service center.

- Disconnect both the AC and DC power sources before doing any maintenance work on the refrigerator. All service work on this refrigerator must be done by a qualiﬁ ed service technician.

- Do not bypass or change the refrigerator’s electrical components or features.

- When you discard an appliance, remove all doors to prevent accidental entrapment and suffocation.

- Do not spray liquids near electrical outlets, connections, or the refrigerator components. Many liquids are electrically conductive and can cause a shock hazard, electrical shorts, and in some cases ﬁ re.

- The refrigerator cooling system is under pressure. Do not try to repair or to recharge a defective cooling system. The cooling system contains sodium chromate. The breathing of certain chromium compounds can cause cancer. The cooling system contents can cause severe skin and eye burns, and can ignite and burn with an intense ﬂ ame. Do not bend, drop, weld, move, drill, puncture, or hit the cooling system.

- At regular intervals, make sure that the refrigerator ﬂ ue the burner, the vent areas, and the ventilation air pathway between the vents is completely free from any ﬂ ammable material or blockage. After a period of storage, it is especially important to check these areas for any ﬂ ammable material or blockage caused by animals.

CAUTION

- The rear of the refrigerator has sharp edges and corners. To prevent cuts or abrasions when working on the refrigerator, be careful and wear cut resistant gloves.

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About Your Refrigerator

model N3104 model N3150

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Refrigerator components

1.......................................................................................................................................................................................Refrigerator door

2............................................................................................................................................................................................. Freezer door

3...................................................................................................................................................................................................Door lock

4......................................................................................................................................................... Security lock (dependent on model)

5........................................................................................................................................................ Control panel with LCD touchscreen

6................................................................................................................................................................................Freezer compartment

7............................................................................................................................................................................................. Ice cube tray

8.........................................................................................................................................................................Refrigerator compartment

9...............................................................................................................................................................................................Cooling ﬁ ns

10..................................................................................................................................................................................... Storage shelves

11 ..........................................................................................................................................................................................Vegetable bin

12..............................................................................................................................................................................................Serial label

13.................................................................................................................................................................................................Door bins

14..........................................................................................................................................................................................Bottle retainer

Storage volume

This refrigerator is made for storage of foods and frozen food and for making ice. Total capacity: model N3104 - 3.7 cubic feet model N3150 - 5.3 cubic feet

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Leveling

CAUTION

The refrigerator is made to operate within 3° off level side-to-side and 6° off level front-to-back (as looking at the front of the refrigerator). Operating it at more than these limits can cause damage to the cooling system and create a risk of personal injury or property damage. Make sure the vehicle is level before you operate the refrigerator.

Operation during travel

While the refrigerator should be level when the vehicle is stopped, performance during travel is not usually affected.

Use of refrigerator compartment

You can organize your refrigerator as desired by moving the storage shelves and door bins. Make sure the door can still be closed after reorganizing shelves and bins.

Moving storage shelves

Remove and save the screw below the plastic clamp on the right side of the storage. Turn the plastic clamp upwards, as illustrated. Lift the right side a bit, and move the storage shelf to the desired position. First place the left side of the storage shelf in the refrigerator wall, then the right side in the corresponding groove. Turn the plastic clamp downwards, and replace the screw underneath.

Moving door bins

Push a door bin out of the locking with both hands, as illustrated. Place this door bin back in the desired position and push it back on the locking.

For the best cooling performance:

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- Let air move freely inside the entire food compartment.

- Do not cover the shelves with plastic, paper, etc. To decrease the amount of ice that collects on the cooling ﬁ ns:

- Cover all liquids and moist foods.

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- Let all hot foods cool before putting them in the refrigerator.

- Do not open the door any longer than necessary.

Freezer compartment

The freezer compartment is made to keep pre-frozen food frozen and not to quick freeze food. Keep pre-frozen foods in the freezer compartment.

NOTICE

Do not put other items on the ice tray while the water is freezing. The water freezes more rapidly if the thermostat is at the COLDEST position.

Do not wash the vegetable bins, door bins, or bin slides in a dishwasher. The vegetable bins, door bins, and bin slides are not dishwasher safe.

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Control Panel With Touchscreen

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5........................................................................................................................................................Control panel with LCD touchscreen

5a...........................................................................................................................................................................................On/off switch

5b........................................................................................................................................................................................... Touchscreen

5c .........................................................................................................................................................................................Mode symbols

5d...........................................................................................................................................................................Cooling level indicators

5e............................................................................................................................... Symbol ‘anti-condensation’ (only for model N3150)

5f................................................................................................................................................................................................Error code

Turn refrigerator on

Start up the refrigerator and let it cool for eight hours before loading with food. If the refrigerator does not start to cool down after about two hours, contact your dealer or a Norcold authorized service center.

For best cooling performance, level your vehicle before operating the refrigerator. To turn the refrigerator on, push the on/off switch and hold it for 1 second, as illustrated. A

light in the on/off switch will turn green. After 10 seconds the settings will dim. The green light indicates the refrigerator is still

functioning. To check the settings push the on/off button again. The currently active settings will light up.

For optimal performance, turn the refrigerator on eight hours before placing food.

Anti-condensation heater (present on refrigerator model N3150 only)

To prevent condensation from forming on the control panel , the anti-condensation function is automatically turned on (no symbol visible). Only turn this function off when it is necessary to conserve vehicle battery charge.

To turn OFF the anti-condensation heater, push on the anti-condensation button. The symbol on the control panel will light up, indicating that the anti-condensation heater has been turned OFF.

To turn the anti-condensation heater back on, push the anti-condensation button again. The symbol on the control panel will go off, indicating that the anti-condensation heater has been turned ON.

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Selecting a source

After turning the refrigerator on, push the source button several times, as illustrated. Push until the desired source is selected.

Sources

Auto The refrigerator automatically selects the best source available

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(in order: AC, DC, gas) AC The refrigerator is powered by AC. DC The refrigerator is powered by the battery of your vehicle. Gas The refrigerator is powered by propane gas. Always use the gas or AC mode to start up and cool. Operating on 12V DC is only effective while the engine of the vehicle is running. If the ‘auto’ function on the refrigerator is selected, but no source is available, a light in the on/off switch blinks red. The performance of the refrigerator operating on 12V DC is dependent on the thickness and length of the wiring and the overall

installation of the vehicle.

Select cooling level

After turning the refrigerator on, push the cooling level button several times, as illustrated. Push until the desired level is selected.

Lowest cooling

level

We advise to set the refrigerator on cooling level 3, with an ambient temperature between 60°F and 75°F. A higher temperature needs a higher cooling level, a lower temperature a lower level.

Highest

cooling

level

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Turn refrigerator off

Before defrosting the refrigerator or storing your vehicle, turn the refrigerator off. Push the on/off switch, as illustrated, and hold it for 2 seconds to turn off the refrigerator. All lights will go out.

NOTICE

If storing the vehicle for an extended period of time, make sure to disconnect the fan at the rear of the refrigerator, as explained in section entitled “Refrigerator Storage”.

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Temperature Control System

Although the refrigerator is not frost -free, it is made to limit frost on the cooling ﬁ ns. At regular intervals, the temperature control system automatically melts most of the frost from the cooling ﬁ ns. The water from the cooling ﬁ ns drains into a collection cup that is attached to the back of the refrigerator. The heat of the cooling system evaporates the water from the collection cup.

Effects of High Altitude on Propane Gas Operation

When you operate the refrigerator on propane gas at altitudes higher than 5500 feet above sea level:

- You may experience reduced cooling performance of the refrigerator.

- You may experience burner outages.

To avoid these possible problems, Norcold recommends that you operate the refrigerator on AC when at altitudes higher than 5500 feet above sea level.

Effects of Freezing Temperatures on Refrigerator Operation

A gas absorption refrigerator is not designed to operate in freezing temperatures. If the refrigerator is not equipped for low temperature operation, and if the cooling system of the refrigerator is exposed to temperatures of 32° F or lower for an extended period of time, the refrigerator operation may be disrupted. The refrigerator operation will resume when the cooling system of the refrigerator warms sufﬁ ciently.

Disrupted operation of the refrigerator, due to extended exposure to temperatures of 32° F or lower, and any costs incurred to warm the cooling system of the refrigerator are not covered by the Norcold limited warranty. Please contact your local RV dealer for information about how to resume refrigerator operation or about how to equip your refrigerator for operation in freezing temperatures.

Do not change the installation or the venting of your refrigerator. Refrigerator failures, which are the result of changes to either the refrigerator installation or to the venting, are not covered by the Norcold limited warranty.

Refrigerator Care Checklist

Your refrigerator will give you years of trouble free service if you do these simple checks every three to six months:

- Keep the food compartment and the freezer clean. See “Cleaning”.

- Defrost the refrigerator as necessary. See “Defrosting”.

- Make sure the door seals correctly. See “Door Sealing“.

- Be aware of any cooling changes that are not because of weather, loading, or gas control changes. If changes occur, contact your dealer or service center.

- Make sure the gas supply is propane gas only and not butane or a butane mixture.

- When in propane gas operation, examine the appearance of the ﬂ ame. See “Gas Flame Appearance”.

- Make sure the air ﬂ ow in the lower intake vent, through the refrigerator coils and condenser, and out the upper exhaust vent is not blocked or decreased.

- Make sure the area behind the refrigerator is clear. Do not use the area behind the refrigerator for storage of anything, especially gasoline and other ﬂ ammable vapors and liquids.

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Defrosting

The cooling ﬁ ns of the refrigerator operate at below freezing temperature and will naturally form frost from humidity, which is always present in the air. The humidity inside the refrigerator increases:

- with higher outside temperature and humidity.

- with the storage of non-sealed fresh foods or warm foods.

- with the amount of time that the door(s) are open.

- with any air leakage into the refrigerator.

It is normal for frost to collect inside the freezer. Excess frost decreases the cooling performance of the refrigerator. Defrost the refrigerator and freezer as necessary:

- Remove all food from the refrigerator.

- Turn the refrigerator OFF.

NOTICE

- Remove the drain hose from the drip cup at the rear of the refrigerator.

- Put the drain hose into a half-gallon or larger container to capture water.

- Put dry towels (etc.) inside the refrigerator and freezer to absorb melted frost.

CAUTION

- To increase the speed of defrosting, put pans of WARM water in the refrigerator and freezer.

- Remove the wet towels (etc.) and dry the interior.

- Remove the drain hose from the large container and put the drain hose back into the drip cup.

- Remove the large container from the enclosure.

- Start up the refrigerator.

- Allow the refrigerator to cool down.

- Return all food to the refrigerator.

Defrosting the refrigerator makes excess water inside the refrigerator.

High temperatures can cause the inside surfaces of the refrigerator to warp or melt. Do not use pans of HOT water, hair dryer, or any other high temperature devices to defrost the refrigerator. Do not use any hard or sharp objects to remove frost. Damage to the interior of the refrigerator can occur.

Cleaning

A good time to clean the refrigerator is just after you defrost it. Clean the inside of the refrigerator as often as necessary to avoid food odors:

- Remove all food from the refrigerator.

NOTICE

Do not use abrasive cleaners, chemicals, or scouring pads because they can damage the interior of the refrigerator.

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- Wash the interior with a mild cleaner or a solution of liquid dish detergent and warm water.

- Rinse with a solution of baking soda and clean water.

- Dry with clean cloth.

- Put all food in the refrigerator.

Check the Seal of the Doors

If either door does not seal correctly, excess frost will collect inside the refrigerator. Make sure the doors seal correctly (See Art00980):

- Close each door on a piece of paper that is about the size and thickness of a dollar bill.

- Gently pull the paper.

- You should feel a slight drag between the gasket and the cabinet.

- Do this on all four sides of the door.

- If you do not feel a slight drag on the paper, the door does not seal correctly.

- Have your dealer or an authorized Norcold Service Center correct the seal of the door.

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Refrigerator Maintenance Checklist

Read and understand the following maintenance sections of this manual.

NOTICE

Have a qualiﬁ ed RV dealer or a Norcold authorized service center do these annual safety and maintenance checks:

- Examine the gas supply lines for leaks

- Replace or repair if needed.

- Make sure the propane gas pressure is 11 inches of water column.

- Adjust if needed.

- Make sure the combustion seal is complete and intact.

- Replace or repair it if needed.

- Make sure the burner and the burner oriﬁ ce are clean.

- Clean if needed.

Norcold is not responsible for installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance performed by anyone other than a qualiﬁ ed RV dealer or a Norcold authorized service center.

- Make sure the electrode spark gap is 1/8 - 3/16 inch.

- Adjust if needed.

- Make sure the AC voltage is 108 - 132 volts and the DC voltage is 10.5 - 15.4 volts.

- Make sure the area at the rear of the refrigerator is free of any combustible materials, gasoline, and other ﬂ ammable vapors and liquids.

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Refrigerator Storage

Before the refrigerator is stored for an extended (seasonal) period of time:

- Defrost and clean the interior of the refrigerator.

- To prevent odors and mold in the refrigerator, keep all doors open during storage. Rotate the hook at door lock 45 degrees and lock it in place by using the strike plate, as illustrated.

- Disconnect the fan at the rear of the refrigerator. Unplug the connector on the red wire of the DC power cord, where shown as illustrated.

If the refrigerator is stored for an extended period of time, before start up:

- Make sure there are no obstructions in the vents, the ventilation air pathway, the burner, the oriﬁ ce, or the ﬂ ue area.

- Reconnect the fan at the rear of the refrigerator. Plug together the connectors on the red wire of the DC power cord, where shown as illustrated.

Refrigerator Maintenance

Gas ﬂ ame appearance:

While in GAS operation, examine the appearance of the gas ﬂ ame:

- Turn the refrigerator on, select manual gas mode, and coldest temperature setting.

- Open the lower intake vent.

CAUTION

- Remove the burner box cover by removing the screw.

- Look at the gas ﬂ ame [75] (See Art01605).

- The ﬂ ame should be:

The burner box cover can be hot. Wear gloves to avoid burns.

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- a darker blue color on the inside of the ﬂ ame and a lighter blue color on the outside of the ﬂ ame.

- a constant shape without ﬂ ickering.

- Contact your dealer or Norcold authorized service center if the ﬂ ame is:

- yellow

- ﬂ ickering or changing shape.

- Make sure the ﬂ ame does not touch the inside of the ﬂ ue tube [76].

- If the ﬂ ame touches the inside of the ﬂ ue tube, contact your dealer or Norcold authorized service center.

- Close the burner box door.

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Remove and clean the burner oriﬁ ce

Your dealer or Norcold authorized service center must do this procedure. Remove and clean the burner oriﬁ ce (See Art00956):

- Close the valve at the propane gas tank(s).

- Push the on/off switch and hold it for 2 seconds to turn off the refrigerator.

CAUTION

- Open the lower intake vent.

- Remove the burner box cover by removing the screw.

WARNING

- Remove the ﬂ are nut from the oriﬁ ce assembly [77] (See Art00956).

- Remove the oriﬁ ce assembly from the burner [78].

WARNING

- Clean the oriﬁ ce assembly with air pressure and alcohol only.

- Using a wrench, assemble the oriﬁ ce assembly to the burner.

The burner box cover can be hot. Wear gloves to avoid burns.

To avoid possible propane gas leaks, always use two wrenches to loosen and tighten the gas supply line connections.

Do not try to remove the oriﬁ ce [79] from the oriﬁ ce adapter [80] when cleaning. Removal will damage the oriﬁ ce and seal of the oriﬁ ce and can cause a propane gas leak. Leaking propane gas can ignite or explode which can result in dangerous personal injury or death. Do not clean the oriﬁ ce with a pin or other objects.

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- Assemble the ﬂ are nut to the oriﬁ ce assembly.

- Examine all of the connections for gas leaks.

- Clean the burner box.

- Assemble the burner box cover.

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Wiring Diagram and Pictorial

WIRING PICTORIAL / PLAN DE CABLAGE MODEL/MODELE N3104-N3150 TYPE U

Spark electrode /

Bougie à ionisation

Display Module / Panneau de commande

Power / Mise

en marche

Source / Source

d'énergie

Solenoid Gas valve / Electrovanne de gaz

Battery pack (E option only) /

Boitier porte piles (pour

modèles LED uniquement)

Level / Sélecteur

puissance

Div. Heat. / Anti

condensation (modèles double porte uniquement)

condensation

Divider heater (Double door only) / Anti

WIRING DIAGRAM / SCHEMA DE CABLAGE MODEL/MODELE N3104-N3150 TYPE U

120VAC/ 120VCA

12VDC-LC +/

12VCC-LC +

12VDC-HC +/

12VCC-HC +

fuse 4A / fusible 4A

fuse 1.1A / fusible 1.1A

fuse 20A / fusible 20A

+12V-LC +5V-DM

Comm.

GND

PSU

Earth tab /

12VDC - HC / 12VCC-HC

Ter re

Power Control Module / Module Connexion de Puissance

Burner Control

Module / Module de

Contrôle Brûleur

Fuse 20A /

fusible 20A

Resettable fuse

1.1A / Fusible

réarmable 1.1A

Engine Run/+ après contact

Thermistor / Sonde

thermostatique

12VDC - LC / 12VCC-LC

+ - + -

120VAC heater / résistance 120VCA

12VDC heater / résistance 12VCC

AC heater / résistance CA

DC heater / résistance CC

μC

BCM

Fan /

Fuse 4A / fusible 4A

Ventilateur

Thermoswitch /

sonde thermique

120VAC powercord / cordon

d’alimentation 120VCA

N L

12VDC-LC COM/ COM 12VCC-LC

12VDC-HC COM/ COM 12VCC-HC

Spark electrode / Bougie à ionisation

Solenoid gas valve / Electrovanne de gaz

PCM

+12V-LC +5V-DM Comm. GND

4xA

Thermoswitch / sonde thermique

PCM

10xC

μC

DM-LED DM-LCD

A) Push buttons: Power, Back, Mode/Enter, Next / Commandes: Mise en marche, Retour, Valider, Suivant. B) Reed switch / Contacteur C) LED’s: 3x Source, 5x Temperature, Divider heater, battery (red) / Modèle LED = 3 sources d'énergie, 5 sélections de puissance, anti condensation, indicateur changement de piles (rouge) D) Interior lights / Lumière intérieure

E) Divider heater (double door only) / Anti condensation (modèles double porte uniquement) F) Push button Power and 3x touch switch: source, temperature, divider heater / Commandes : Mise en marche et 3 commandes tactiles : Source d'energie, sélection de puissance, anti condensation G) LCD symbols: auto mode, 3x source, 5x temperature, divider heater, 2 digit error code / modèle LCD = mode automatique, 3 sources d'énergie, 5 sélections de puissance,anti condensation, code erreur ( 2 chiffres).

+12V-LC +5V-DM Comm. GND

Fan / Ventilateur

PSU

4xF

11xG

μC

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Replacement Parts

You may purchase replacement parts through your local RV dealer or authorized Norcold Service Center.

Troubleshooting

In case of a problem, an error code on the control panel can light up. When error codes 1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 9, 12 or 13 are visible, directly contact your dealer or a Norcold Service Center.

For below error codes, ﬁ rst read the associated instructions. If this will not solve the problem, contact your dealer or a Norcold Service Center.

3 6

The refrigerator does not work on gas: check if the gas bottle is not empty • check if the valve of the gas bottle and all shut-off valves are open • turn the refrigerator off and on again • try to run the refrigerator on another power source

The refrigerator does not work on 12V: make sure the engine is running • try to run the refrigerator on another power source

The refrigerator does not work on 12V: make sure the engine is running • try to run the refrigerator on another power source.

The refrigerator does not work on 120V: check if 120V AC is available • try to run the refrigerator on another power source

The refrigerator does not work in AUTO mode: check if the sources are connected • try to run the refrigerator manually on a power source

All symbols on the control panel light up: wait a few seconds until the refrigerator starts normal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I do, when the refrigerator does not start?

Check if you turned on the refrigerator according to the instructions, if the vehicle stands level or if there is an available energy source to start the refrigerator with. If none of this is the case, please contact your dealer or a Norcold Service Center.

The refrigerator does not cool sufﬁ ciently, what can I do?

Check if the vents aren’t covered or blocked from the outside, if the refrigerator stands level, if the highest cooling level of the refrigerator is selected, if the door of the refrigerator still closes properly, if there is not too much ice on the cooling ﬁ ns, or if the fan wire is disconnected at the rear of the refrigerator. If none of this is the case, please contact your dealer or a Norcold Service Center.

All lights on the control panel are blinking, what should I do?

Please contact your dealer or a Norcold Service Center.

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Installation Manual

Safety Awareness

Read this manual carefully and understand the contents before you install the refrigerator. Be aware of possible safety hazards when you see the safety alert symbol on the refrigerator and in this manual. A signal word follows

the safety alert symbol and identiﬁ es the danger of the hazard. Carefully read the descriptions of these signal words to fully know their meanings. They are for your safety.

WARNING

CAUTION

This signal word means a hazard, which if ignored, can cause dangerous personal injury, death, or much property damage.

This signal word means a hazard, which if ignored, can cause small personal injury or much property damage.

Safety Instructions

WARNING

- This refrigerator is not approved for use as a free standing refrigerator. It is equipped for the use of propane gas only and cannot be changed to use any other fuels (natural gas, butane, etc.).

- Incorrect installation, adjustment, alteration, or maintenance of this refrigerator can cause personal injury, property damage, or both.

- Obey the instructions in this manual to install intake and exhaust vents.

- Do not install the refrigerator directly on carpet. Put the refrigerator on a metal or wood panel that extends the full width and depth of the refrigerator.

- Do not allow anything to touch the refrigerator cooling system.

- Propane gas can ignite and cause an explosion that can result in property damage, personal injury, or death. Do not smoke or create sparks. Do not use an open ﬂ ame to examine the propane gas supply line for leaks. Always use two wrenches to tighten or loosen the propane gas supply line connections.

- Make sure the electrical installation obeys all applicable codes. See “Certiﬁ cation and Code Requirements” section.

- Do not bypass or change the refrigerator’s electrical components or features.

- The refrigerator cooling system is under pressure. Do not try to repair or to recharge a defective cooling system.

- The cooling system contains sodium chromate. The breathing of certain chromium compounds can cause cancer. The cooling system contents can cause severe skin and eye burns, and can ignite and burn with an intense ﬂ ame. Do not bend, drop, weld, move, drill, puncture, or hit the cooling system.

CAUTION

The rear of the refrigerator has sharp edges and corners. To prevent cuts or abrasions when working on the refrigerator, use caution and wear cut resistant gloves.

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Certiﬁ cation and Code Requirements

This refrigerator is certiﬁ ed by CSA International as meeting the latest edition of ANSI Z21.19 / CSA 1.4 standards for installation in mobile homes or recreational vehicles.

The refrigerator must be installed in accordance with this “Installation Manual” in order for the Norcold limited warranty to be in effect. In addition, the installation must conform to the following, as applicable:

In the United States and Canada:

- Local codes, or in the absence of local codes, the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, the Natural Gas and Propane installation Code, CSA B149.1, ANSI A119.2 Recreational Vehicles Code, and CSA Z240 RV Series, Recreational Vehicles.

- A manufactured home (mobile home) installation must conform with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 [formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24 (part 280), and the current CSA Z240.4, Gas-equipped Recreational Vehicles and Mobile Housing.

- If an external power source is utilized, the appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, the National Electrical code, and ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.2. Parts 1 and 2.

All propane gas supply piping and ﬁ ttings must obey local, state, and national codes about type and size. These components must also obey the current NFPA 1192 section 2-4, and in Canada with the current CAN 1-6.10 Standard.

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Ventilation Requirements

WARNING

- Make sure there is sufﬁ cient intake of fresh air for combustion.

- Make sure the living space is completely isolated from the combustion system of the refrigerator.

- Make sure there is complete and unrestricted ventilation of the ﬂ ue exhaust which, in gas mode, can produce carbon monoxide. The breathing of carbon monoxide fumes can cause dizziness, nausea, or in extreme cases, death.

- Make sure the refrigerator is completely isolated from its heat generating components through the correct use of bafﬂ es and panel construction.

Certiﬁ ed installation needs one lower intake vent and one upper exhaust vent. Install the vents exactly as written in this manual. Any other installation method voids both the certiﬁ cation and the factory warranty of the refrigerator.

The bottom of the opening for the lower intake vent, which is also the service access door, must be even with or immediately below the ﬂ oor level. This allows any leaking propane gas to escape to the outside and not to collect at ﬂ oor level.

CSA International certiﬁ cation allows the refrigerator to have zero (0) inch minimum clearance at the sides, rear, top, and bottom. While there are no maximum clearances speciﬁ ed for certiﬁ cation, the following maximum clearances are necessary for correct refrigerator performance:

Bottom 0 inch min. 0 inch max. Each Side 0 inch min 1/2 inch max.

The completed installation must:

Top 0 inch min. 1/4 inch max. Rear 0 inch min. 1 inch max.

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These clearances plus the lower and upper vents cause the natural air draft that is necessary for good refrigeration. Cooler air comes in through the lower vent, goes up around the refrigerator coils where it removes the excess heat from the refrigerator components, and goes out through the upper vent. If this air ﬂ ow is blocked or decreased, the refrigerator will not cool correctly.

Each NORCOLD model is certiﬁ ed by CSA International for correct ventilation. Install only the certiﬁ ed vents that are listed in this manual.

Key Refrigerator Dimensions

Height* Width Depth* Total Volume Freezer Volume Net Weight (in.) (in.) (in.) (cu. ft.) (cu. ft.) (lb.)

N3104Axx 32 5/16 20 11/16 23 3/8 3.7 0.39 61 N3150Axx 49 1/16 20 11/16 22 7/8 5.3 0.88 85

* Height dimension includes feet. Depth dimension includes the door.

Assemble the Enclosure for the Refrigerator

1. Use the table below, and associated ﬁ gures, to determine the enclosure size. Model Height Width Depth Door Depth

(in.) (in.) (in.) “FC” (in.) N3104Axx 32 1/2 20 13/16 min. to 20 15/16 max. 20 3/8 min. 3 1/16

N3150Axx 49 3/16 20 13/16 min. to 20 15/16 max. 19 7/8 min. 3 1/16

2. Make sure the ﬂ oor is solid and level.

- The ﬂ oor must be metal or a wood panel and extend the full width and depth of the enclosure.

- The ﬂ oor must be able to support the weight of the refrigerator and its contents.

3. Make sure there are no adjacent heat sources such as a furnace vent, a hot water heater vent, etc.

4. If there is more than 1/2 inch between either side of the refrigerator and the inside of the enclosure:

- Fill the space with ﬁ berglass insulation or add a bafﬂ e to eliminate the excess clearance.

- Make sure that the batt-type insulation extends from the enclosure face, to the combustion seal at the rear of the refrigerator cabinet.

- Securely attach the batt-type insulation to the enclosure so that it remains in this position during refrigerator installation, if it becomes wet, and in windy conditions.

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