Operating Instructions Absorption Refrigerator for Recreation Vehicles RM 8400 RM 8401 RM 8405 RM 8500 RM 8501 RM 8505 RM 8550 RM 8551 RM 8555 RMS 8400 RMS 8401 RMS 8405 RMS 8460 RMS 8461 RMS 8465 RMS 8500 RMS 8501 RMS 8505 RMS 8550 RMS 8551 RMS 8555 RML 8550 RML 8551 RML 8555 RMSL 8500 RMSL 8501 RMSL 8505 Record for future reference: Type C40 / 110 Model number ............................................. Product number ............................................. Serial number ..................
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Table of contents 1.0 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 1.10 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Guide to these operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Copyright protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General 1.0 General 1.1 Introduction No part of these instructions may be reproduced, copied or utilised in any other way without written authorisation by Dometic GmbH, Siegen. You have made an excellent choice in selecting the Dometic Absorption Refrigerator. We are sure that you will be satisfied with your new refrigerator in all respects.
General CAUTION! 1.6 All information and guidance in these operating instructions were prepared after taking into consideration the applicable standards and regulations as well as the current state of the art. Dometic reserves the right to make changes at any time which are deemed to be in the interest of improving the product and safety.
General 1.8 Energy-saving tips At an average ambient temperature of 25°C, it is sufficient to operate the refrigerator at middle thermostat setting. Spare parts Parts can be ordered throughout Europe from our customer services. Where possible, always store precooled products. Always give the model and product number when you contact the customer service! You will find this information on the rating plate inside the refrigerator. Do not expose the refrigerator to direct sunlight.
Safety instructions 2.0 Safety instructions 2.1 Application according to regulations 2.3 This refrigerator is designed for installation in recreation vehicles such as caravans or motorhomes. The appliance has been typeapproval tested for this application in accordance with the EC Gas Directive. Protection of children when disposing of the equipment WARNING! When disposing of the refrigerator, detach all refrigerator doors and leave the storage racks in the refrigerator.
Safety instructions 2.5 2.6 Information on coolant Ammonia is used as a coolant. This is a natural compound also used in household cleaning agents (1 litre of Salmiak cleaner contains up to 200g of ammonia about twice as much as is used in the refrigerator). Sodium chromate is used for corrosion protection (1.8% by weight of the solvent). Operating the refrigerator with gas It is imperative that the operating pressure corresponds to the data specified on the rating plate of the appliance.
Safety instructions 2.7 Regularly clean the inside of the refrigerator. Safety instructions when storing foodstuffs Please observe the instructions and information regarding the use-by date on the outside packaging of the food. Instructions for storing food in a refrigerator: No refrigerator of any kind can improve the quality of the food; refrigerators can only maintain the food's quality for a short duration as from the time of storing it.
Description of model 3.0 Description of model 3.1 3.2 Model identification Refrigerator rating plate Example : The rating plate is to be found on the inside of the refrigerator. It contains all important details of the refrigerator. You can read off from this the model identification, the product number and the serial number. You will need these details whenever you contact the customer service centre or when ordering spare parts.
Description of model 3.3 Technical data RMS 8xxx RML 8xxx RM 8xxx H T B Fig. 2 Model Fig. 3 Dimensions Gross capacity H x W x D (mm) with without Depth incl. door freezer compartment Rating details mains/battery Consumption * electricity/gas over 24hrs Fig. 4 Net weight Ignition Piezo Automat RMS 8400 821x486x568 80 / 8 lit. 85 lit. 125 W / 120 W ca.2,5 KWh / 270 g 25 kg RMS 8401 821x486x568 80 / 8 lit. 85 lit. 125 W / 120 W ca.2,5 KWh / 270 g 25 kg 821x486x568 80 / 8 lit.
Description of model 3.4 Description of refrigerator 1 2 8 3 4 5 6 9 7 Fig.
Refrigerator operation 4.0 Refrigerator operation 4.2 In compliance with the applicable regulations, please note that the gas unit and the connected ventilation ducts must be checked by authorised technical personnel after first use and after every other year for compliance with the European Standard EN 1949. A test certificate has to be issued. It is the user's responsibility to arrange this test.
Refrigerator operation 4.3 Explanation of operating controls Manual energy selection / manual ignition (RM 8xx0) battery igniter: 1 2 3 4 Fig. 8 11 22 33 44 = = = = Power On switch / Energy selector switch Temperature controller Battery igniter (gas) Flame indicator (galvanometer) Explanations: The refrigerator is equipped to operate on mains power, 12V DC or liquid gas. Select the desired power supply by turning the energy selector switch "1".
Refrigerator operation Manual energy selection / automatic ignition (RM 8xx1) MES: 1 2 Mode 3 4 5 6 Fig. 9 Automatic energy selection / automatic ignition (RM 8xx5) AES: 1 2 Mode 3 4 5 6 Fig.
Refrigerator operation 4.3.1 Electrical operation AES Appliances (automatic energy selection) Appliances with battery igniter (manual energy selection) 11 Mode 1 6 Fig. 15 Fig. 12 Fig. 11 Switch on the appliance by turning the energy selection switch "1" clockwise to position : 230V operation, 12V operation. Fig. 16 To start the refrigerator, press button "1" for 3 seconds. The previously selected operating mode is displayed, e.g. 230 which means 230V .
Refrigerator operation 4.3.2 Gas operation (Liquid gas) Appliances with battery igniter The refrigerator must be operated using liquid gas (propane, butane) (no natural gas or town gas). When using LPG gas, please consider that the burner needs cleaning at shorter intervals due to the gas combustion method (2 - 3 times per year recommended In Europe, gas operation is permitted while travelling only on the condition that the gas system of the vehicle is equipped with a hose rupture protection.
Refrigerator operation MES Appliances AES Appliances 1 1 Mode Mode F 6 Fig. 21 6 Fig. 22 Fig. 24 Fig. 23 1. Press button "1" several times until the indicator LED "6" illuminates. Press button "1" several times until the indicator LED "6" GAS illuminates. 2. The ignition process is activated automatically by means of an automatic igniter. The device is now in manual gas mode.
Refrigerator operation Refuelling while in AES mode operation In order to prevent unintended switching to gas operation during refuelling, the electronic system starts gas operation of the refrigerator after the motor has been turned off for 15 minutes. During this period the appliance is ready for operation ("stand-by"). In automatic mode the "AES" indication only is illuminated. WARNING! The use of unshielded flames is prohibited in petrol station environments.
Refrigerator operation 4.4 Door locking 4.4.2 Fastening and releasing the door lock hook when parking the vehicle If the vehicle is parked for a longer period of time, the locking hook may be clamped by means of a lockbar. The door may now be opened by just pulling it without need of pressing the locking button. CAUTION! As a basic rule, shut and lock the refrigerator before you start your journey! 4.4.1 Mechanical door lock Fig. 27 Fig.
Refrigerator operation 4.5 Lighting 4.7 Removable freezer compartment If the door is open for more than 2 minutes, the sensor-controlled interior lighting is automatically cut off (except for models with battery igniter). AES-Models : Should the door be kept open more than 2 minutes, an acoustic signal is initiated (pulsing whistle tone). Fig. 35 To enlarge the cooling compartment, just remove the freezer compartment. 1. Unlock the freezer compartment on both sides. 2.
Refrigerator operation 4.8 Storing food and making ice cubes 4.8.2 Storing products in the freezer compartment Do not keep carbonated drinks in the freezer. The freezer compartment is suitable for making ice cubes and for short-term storage of frozen food. It is not suitable as a means of freezing foods.# 4.8.1 Storing products in the cooling compartment Switch the refrigerator on approx. 12 hours before filling it. Always store pre-cooled foods in the refrigerator.
Refrigerator operation 4.9 Defrosting 4.10 Shutting off the refrigerator As time goes by, frost builds up on the fins inside the refrigerator. A layer of frost thicker on one side may occur and does not represent a malfunction. When this layer of frost is about 3 mm thick, the refrigerator should be defrosted. Switch off the refrigerator, as described in section 4.9 Shutting of the refrigerator. 1 2 Mode Fig. 39 Fig. 40 Fig. 41 Fig. 42 Remove all food and the ice cube tray.
Refrigerator operation 4.11 Exchange of the igniter's battery 4.12 Winter operation 1 1 Fig. 45 Fig. 43 Unlock the battery by depressing and turning the button (C) approx. 90° clockwise. Remove cap and exchange battery (1.5V AAA / R3 / Micro). In winter, check that the ventilation grilles and the exhaust duct system (1) have not been blocked by snow, leaves, etc.. 2 2 Observe correct polarity! Fig. 46 Fig. 44 When the outside temperature falls below +10°C, the winter cover should be fitted.
Refrigerator operation 4.13 Changing the decor panel Model RM(S)L 8xxx Model RM 8xxx, RMS 8xxx Remove the lateral ledge (1) the door (ledge is attached, not screwed). Shift decor panel (2) away from the door and insert the new decor panel. Re-attach ledge (1) . Fig. 49 2 Fig.48 1 VORSICHT! Fig. 47 Decor panel dimensions : Casing width 486 mm Height Width 743 +/- 0.5 mm 472 +/- 0.5 mm Casing width 523 mm Height Width 743 +/- 0.5 mm 510,5 +0/- 1 mm max. 2.2 mm Thickness Fig.51 Fig.
Refrigerator operation 4.14 Information on failure display and trouble-shooting Refrigerators with an electronics system (MES, AES) indicate the occurence of a malfunction by the LED or display flashing. If a malfunction occurs, the indicator LED "Failure" (1) flashes simultaneously. In the case of AES models an acoustic alarm sounds. 4.14.1 Status messages on the display 11 1 33 33 2 2 Fig.
Refrigerator operation 4.14.2 Troubleshooting Before notifying the authorised Service Center, please check whether: the instructions in section "Operating the refrigerator" have been observed. the refrigerator stands level. it is possible to operate the refrigerator with any available power source. Failure: The refrigerator does not cool sufficiently. Possible cause Action you can take Inadequate ventilation to the unit. Check that the ventilation grilles are not covered.
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