MANUAL ABSORPTION REFRIGERATOR for MOTOR CARAVAN RM 6275L RM 6295L RM 6365L RM 6405L EN English T.B.
© Dometic GmbH - 2002 - Subject to change without notice - Printed in Germany These operating instructions should be kept in a safe place. If this device is passed on, please include these operating instructions with it.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 INTRODUCTION 4 2.0 FOR YOUR SAFETY 4 3.0 WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER SERVICE 2.1 2.2 3.1 Warning and safety notices Coolant Damage in transit 4 4 5 5 4.0 DESCRIPTION OF MODEL 5 5.0 REFRIGERATOR GUIDE 5 6.0 INSTALLATION GUIDE 18 6.5 6.6 6.7 6.8 6.9 21 22 23 24 26 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 5.9 5.10 5.11 5.12 5.13 5.14 5.15 5.16 5.17 5.18 5.19 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.
1.0 INTRODUCTION You have made an excellent choice in selecting the Dometic Absorption Refrigerator. We are sure that you will be fully satisfied with your new appliance in all respects. The appliance, which works silently, meets high quality standards and guarantees the efficient utilisation of resources and energy throughout its entire life cycle, during manufacture, in use and when being disposed of.
3.0 WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER SERVICE Warranty arrangements are in accordance with EC Directive 44/1999/CE and the normal conditions applicable for the country concerned. For warranty or other servi cing, please contact our Dometic Service department. Any damage due to improper use is not covered by the warranty.
5.2 Using the refrigerator The refrigerator is silent in operation. When the appliance is first put into operation, there may be a mild odour which will disappear after a few hours. Ensure the living area is well ventilated. The freezer compartment should be cold about one hour after switching on the refrigerator. The refrigerator will take several hours to reach its operating temperature. 5.2.
5.2.2 Switching on The refrigerator must be operated exclusively with liquid gas (propane, butane). 1. Open the valve of the gas cylinder 2. Open the shut-off valve to the gas supply. B A E 5.2.3 3. Push main switch (A). The AES operating display (B) lights up green. D 4. Set the desired refrigeration temperature using sensor (D). The LEDs (E) show the thermostat setting selected. Gas operation Operation using gas is prohibited in petrol stations.
5.2.4 Gas faults A B In the event of a gas fault (e.g. gas cylinder empty), a red light flashes on the AES operating display (B). The appliance is not cooling! Troubleshooting: Set main switch (A) to off. 1. Is there any gas in the gas bottle? 2. Is the gas bottle valve open? 3. Is the on-board shut-off valve open? If ok then go to point 4 4. Set the main switch (A) to on The AES attempts reignition again after about 10 seconds.
5.2.7 Switching over / time delays There are some built-in time delays when switching between power supply options. 230V immediate immediate approx. 20sec. immediate Gas 15 min. (cf. refuelling stop) approx. 20sec. 12V Refuelling stop: In order to prevent unintended switching to gas operation during refuelling, the AES electronic system starts gas operation of the refrigerator, after the motor has been turned off for 15 min. The use of naked flames is prohibited in petrol station environments.
5.4 Defrosting As time goes by, frost builds up on the fins. When the layer of frost is about 3mm thick, the refrigerator should be defrosted. 1. Switch off the refrigerator, as described in Section 5.3 - "Switching off". 2. Remove the ice cube tray and food. 3. Leave the refrigerator door open. 4. After defrosting (freezer compartment and fins free of frost), wipe the cabinet dry with a cloth. 5. Use a cloth to mop up the water from the freezer compartment. 6. Switch the refrigerator back on again.
5.8 Winter operation 1. Check that the ventilation grilles and the extractor have not been blocked by snow, leaves or similar. Upper ventilation grille with flue vent Lower ventialtion grille 2. When the ambient temperature falls below 8°C, the optional winter covers should be fitted. This protects the unit from excessively cold air. 3. Affix the cover and fasten it. It is also recommended that the winter cover should be used when the vehicle is taken out of service for an extended period of time. 5.
5.10 5.11 Changing the decor panel 1. Open the door and loosen the hinge screw. 2. Take off the door by moving it upwards. 4. Remove the decor plate and insert a new decor plate. 5. Screw the door strip back in position. 3. Unscrew the door strip. 6. Put the door back on. Dimensions of the panels in mm: Model Height RM 6275 713+/-1 RM 6365 713+/-1 Width 453,5+1 453,5+1 Thickness 3,2 3,2 RM 6295 RM 6405 491,5+1 491,5+1 3,2 3,2 718+/-1 718+/-1 7. Tighten the hinge screw.
5.12 Changing the doorhang It is not always possible to change the door when the refrigerator is installed. 1. Open the door, unscrew the hinge screw and keep it to hand. 2. Take off the door by moving it upwards. 6. 5. 5. 4. 7. 4. 8. 3. 9. Attach the door. 10. Screw the hinge screw back in.
5.13 Troubleshooting Before calling the authorised Service department, please check whether: 1. The instructions in the section "Using the refrigerator" have been followed. 2. The refrigerator is not tilted excessiveley. 3. It is possible to operate the refrigerator with an available power source. Failure 1: The refrigerator does not work in gas operation mode. Possible cause Action you can take a.) Gas bottle empty? a.) Change gas bottle. b.) Is the supply cut-out device open?. b.
5.15 Environmental hints 5.16 Disposal Refrigerators manufactured by Dometic GmbH are CFC-free. Ammonia (a natural compound of hydrogen and nitrogen) is used in the cooling unit as a coolant. The non-ozone-hazardous cyclopentan is used as a propellant in the manufacture of the PU foam insulation. In order to ensure that the recyclable packaging materials are re-used, these should be sent to the usual local collection system.
5.18 Technical data Model Dimensions H x W x D (mm) depth incl. door Gross capacity incl. freezer compartment Usable Connection values capacity Mains / Battery freezer comp. * Consumption Net weight electricity/gas in 24h RM 6275 RM 6295 RM 6365 RM 6405 821x486x541 821x525x541 821x486x541 821x525x541 77 lit. 86 lit. 88 lit. 97 lit. 9,5 lit. 10,5 lit. 9,5 lit. 10,5 lit. approx. 2,5KWh / 270g approx. 2,5KWh / 270g approx. 2,6KWh / 270g approx.
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6.0 INSTALLATION GUIDE On installation of the appliance, the technical and administrative regulations of the country in which the vehicle will first be used must be adhered to. Otherwise the refrigerator must be installed as described in these instructions. In some OEM applications it may not be possible for these instructions to be followed exactly.
6.2 Draught-free installation Your refrigerator must be sealed in accordance with EN 1949. Illustrated below are two typical approved methods of sealing. Proposal 1: Insert lipped seals (A) into the installation recesses at the bottom and at each side. Insert deflector plate (B), fitted with a lipped seal (A) of heavy-duty, non- flammable material, into the installation recess (see Fig. 1). Insert deflector plate (B) in such a way that the hot air escapes through the air vent grille into the open air.
In this case, for gas operation, do not use the upper winter covering! If even with draught-free installation a fume chimney is desirable, you must incorporte the L100 ventilation and extraction system into the upper air vent opening. Installation of fume chimney: please refer to point 6.7. Deviations shall require the consent of the manufacturer. 6.
6.4 Installing the ventilation system To install the ventilation grilles, cut two rectangles (451mm x 156mm) in the outer wall of the vehicle (for position of the cuts, see point 6.3). 6.5 1. Seal the mounting frame, making it waterproof. 2. Insert the frame and screw into position. 4. Lock the ventilation grilles. 5. Clip the extractor insert in position (only for upper ventilation system) Securing the refrigerator 3. Insert the ventilation grilles.
6.6 Installation recess The refrigerator must be installed draught-free in a recess. The measurements of the recess are given in the table below. Step (A) is only required for cabinets with a step. Push the appliance far enough into the recess until the front edge of the refrigerator casing is flush with the front of the recess. Allow a gap of 15-20 mm between the back wall of the recess and the refrigeration unit.
6.7 Fume extraction Fume extraction must be arranged in such a way as to provide complete extraction of all products of combustion to an area outside the living area. The flue system must slope in an upward direction in order to avoid a build-up of condensation. An installation that is not carried out by qualified persons causes a reduction in the cooling capacity and will jeopardize the manufacturer's guarantee. 6.7.1 Fitting the fume flue in the upper ventilation grille min. 10 mm max.
6.7.2 Separate fume extraction min. 10 mm max. 20 mm Cut: 80mm high 40mm wide 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 6.8 1. Cut an 80mm x 40mm rectangle in the outer wall of the caravan. The position of the cut must be appropriate to the particular model of refrigerator and installation conditions. 2. Connect T-piece (E) to adaptor (F) or flue pipe (K) as required and affix with screw (G). Ensure that heat baffle (H) is lodged in the correct position. Insert tail pipe (C) through the aperture.
The gas connection to the appliance is effected by means of a suitable coupling tube fitting L8, DIN 2353-ST, complying with Worksheet G607 of DVGW and EN 1949 respectively. (e. g. Ermeto) The gas connection may only be carried out by a qualified personnel. SW 17 SW 14 Following proper installation, a testing for leakage and a flame test must be carried out by *qualified personnel in compliance with Worksheet G607 or EN1949 respectively. A certificate of testing must be issued.
6.9 Electrical installation 6.9.1 Power line connection Electrical installation may only be carried out by qualified personnel. The connection cables must be laid in such a way that they do not come in contact with hot components of the unit/burner or with sharp edges. The electrical installation must comply with national regulations (EN 60335-1 for Europe). The power must be supplied via a properly earthed socket outlet or hardwired connection.
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