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RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 2 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Please read this instruction manual carefully before first use, and store it in a safe place. If you pass on the product to another person, hand over this instruction manual along with it. Table of contents 1 Explanation of symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 2 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 3 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X 1 Explanation of symbols Explanation of symbols ! ! A I 2 WARNING! Safety instruction: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION! Safety instruction: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE! Indicates a situation that, if not avoided, can result in property damage.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 4 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Safety instructions • This refrigerator can be used by children aged 8 years or over, as well as by persons with diminished physical, sensory or mental capacities or a lack of experience and knowledge, providing they are supervised or have been instructed how to use the refrigerator safely and are aware of the resulting risks. • Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by unsupervised children.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 5 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X 2.2 Safe operation ! CAUTION! A Safety instructions • Close and lock the refrigerator door before beginning a journey. • The refrigerator unit at the back of the refrigerator becomes hot during operation. Protect yourself from coming into contact with hot parts when removing ventilation grilles.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 6 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Scope of delivery RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X 2.5 Safety when operating with gas ! WARNING! • Only operate the refrigerator at the pressure shown on the type plate. Only use pressure controllers with a fixed setting which comply with national regulations. • Never store liquid gas cylinders in unventilated areas or below ground level (funnel shaped holes in the ground). • Keep liquid gas cylinders away from direct sunlight.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 7 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Intended use Accessories are available from specialist dealers. If you have any questions, please contact the dealer or your service partner directly. 5 Intended use The refrigerator is designed for installation in caravans or motorhomes. It is only suitable for cooling, freezing and storing foodstuffs. The refrigerator is not intended for the proper storage of medicine.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 8 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Technical description RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X The refrigerator has a manual power mode selection and an automatic operating mode which selects the most economical power mode connected. The refrigerator is equipped with an cold weather/low ambient control, which allows the refrigerator to operate in low ambient temperatures for a longer time. 6.2 Components RUA5208X 1 11 3 10 9 4 8 7 5 6 No. in fig.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 9 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Technical description Quantity No. in fig. 1 Description 9 Internal light 10 Freezer compartment 11 Control and display elements RUA5208X RUA6408X, RUA8408X 2 1 13 12 2 11 3 10 9 4 8 7 5 6 No. in fig.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 10 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Technical description No. in fig. 2 6.3 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Quantity Description RUA6408X RUA8408X 6 Fruit and vegetable section 7 Refrigerator shelf 8 Refrigerator compartment 9 Air duct cover plate 10 Internal light 11 Control and display elements 12 Freezer shelf 13 Freezer compartment 3 4 1 1 Control and display elements 3 The refrigerator has a display and a control knob above the refrigerator door (fig. 3).
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 11 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X 6.4 Technical description Menu overview and navigation 4 + ➤ Turn/press the control knob on preferred setting and user mode option. ✓ The colour turns blue when selected. ➤ Press again to deselect.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 12 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Technical description 6.5 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Display By default the display shows the following main menu: 5 1 2 8 7 No. in fig.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 13 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X No. in fig. 5 Technical description Description 5 The child lock is selectable by user to prevent children from using the controls. If activated, push the control knob 3 times within 1.5 seconds to override temporarily and unlock the controls. After 10 seconds without touching the control knob, the child lock is reactivated. 6 Switches the lower outer fan to automatic, manual or off mode.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 14 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Technical description 6.6 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Energy selection If you choose and confirm the middle line in the main menu, the following energy selection menu will be shown: 6 2 1 4 3 5 No. in fig. 6 Description 1 Automatic energy selection enabled/disabled; only available, if D+ is connected.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 15 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X 7 A I EN Using the refrigerator Using the refrigerator NOTICE! • Make sure that you only put items in the refrigerator which may be kept at the selected temperature. • Make sure that items in the refrigerator do not block the openings of the cooling ventilation areas in the main compartment • Foodstuff may only be stored in its original packaging or in suitable containers.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 16 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Using the refrigerator 7.1 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Tips for using the refrigerator optimally When the temperature in the interior of the refrigerator exceeds +4 °C, the shelf life of goods that spoil quickly cannot be guaranteed. To attain an optimal cooling capacity in the interior of the refrigerator, observe the following information: • Do not store goods in the refrigerator for the first 12 hours of operation.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 17 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator Dimming function of the display (fig. 7) 7 A B C If there is no operation on control knob within 10 seconds, the backlight will be dimmed and the display will return to idle screen (A). After another 3 minutes without operation, the screen will enter standby (C) on which a snowflake appears in the top left corner to indicate that the refrigerator is on.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 18 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Using the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Gas operation ! I WARNING! Fire hazard! Never operate the refrigerator with gas at petrol stations. NOTE • Perform a periodical inspection of the burner to ensure contamination / vermin does not impede the burners performance. • Ignition problems may occur at altitudes above 1000 m. Switch to a different energy source. • Ignition is stopped after 30 seconds spark with no flame.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 19 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X 7.4 Using the refrigerator Opening the refrigerator door/freezer compartment door 8 2. 1. 1. 2. ! CAUTION! • Always close and lock the refrigerator before starting the journey. • Open the refrigerator doors carefully, because goods may have shifted and could fall out. ➤ Press the handle and pull the door open. 7.
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RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 21 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X No. in fig. 9 and fig. 0 Using the refrigerator Food 1 Frozen food 2 Dairy products, ready-made meals 3 Meat, fish, items for defrosting 4 Salad, vegetables, fruit 5 Eggs, butter 6 Dressing, ketchup, jam 7 Drinks in bottles or cartons Please observe the following instructions for storing items: I 7.7 NOTE • Do not keep carbonated drinks in the freezer compartment.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 22 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Using the refrigerator 7.8 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the Door Airing Function I NOTE Use the door airing function, if you do not intend to use the refrigerator for a prolonged period of time. This prevents mould from forming when the refrigerator is not in use or put into storage. a 2. 180° 3. 1. 1. 2. ➤ Rotate the locking catch 180° to latch the doors slightly opened (fig. a).
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 23 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X 7.9 Using the refrigerator Removing and refitting the shelves Removing the shelves b 3. 2. 1. ➤ Push the shelf locks off the left end of the wire shelf (1.). ➤ Slide the shelf to the left until it is clear on the right side (2.). ➤ Tilt the right end of the shelf up (3.). ➤ Remove the shelf by pulling it forward.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 24 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Using the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Refitting the shelves c 3. 2. 1. ➤ Position the shelf in the desired location. ➤ Insert the ends of the shelf on the left (1.). ➤ Slide the shelf into the holes on the right (2.). ➤ Slide the plastic plugs into the holes in the wall (3.).
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 25 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator d ➤ Snap the shelf locks onto the shelf. Positioning the bottle shelf I NOTE The two bottom shelf positions can be fitted into an optional bottle shelf configuration which slopes down toward the rear. e 2. 1. 180° ➤ Remove the shelf and rotate 180 degrees (1.). ➤ Relocate the rear of the shelf to the bottle shelf position (2.).
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 26 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Using the refrigerator 7.10 A I RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Defrosting the refrigerator NOTICE! Never use mechanical tools to remove ice or to loosen objects stuck to the device. NOTE • The refrigerator compartment has a cyclic defrost system, which can prevent excessive frost forming on the evaporator fins.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 27 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X 7.11 Using the refrigerator Replacing the door panel Removing the door panel f 1. 2. Proceed as follows (fig. f): ➤ Open the door 90 degrees. ➤ Remove the door top decoration strip by gently pushing upward by hand (1.). ➤ Pull the old panel upward (2.).
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 28 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Using the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Installing the new door panel g 2. 1. Proceed as follows (fig. g): ➤ Push the new panel downwards into the door. Ensure, that the vertical edges fit into the grooves of the door frame (1.). ➤ Push the new panel downwards until the lower horizontal edge of the panel fits into the bottom grove. ➤ Snap in the decoration strip (2.).
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 29 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator 7.12 Reversing the door for RUA5208X I NOTE For RUA5208X door reversal, an accessory hinge and latch kit is required (not included). Contact your Dometic dealer for details. h 1 2 ➤ Open the door. ➤ Remove the top hinge pin cover (fig. h 1) using a small blade screwdriver. ➤ Pull out the top hinge pin (fig. h 2) with a pair of pliers. i 1. 3. 2.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 30 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Using the refrigerator I RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X NOTE Carefully lift up the refrigerator door to prevent damaging the door bushing. ➤ Place the refrigerator door on soft material in order to prevent scratches. ➤ Remove the three screws from the lower hinge (2. in fig. i) and discard the old hinge. j 2. 1. ➤ Remove the cover from the lower hinge point (1. in fig. j). ➤ Install the cover on the opposite side (2. in fig. j).
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 31 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator ➤ Remove the locking catch screw (fig. k 1). ➤ Take off the locking catch and top cover (2. in fig. k). ➤ Remove the cover and bush on the hinge side with a small screwdriver (3. in fig. k). ➤ Remove the screw under the bush on the hinge side. l 1. ➤ Exchange the locking catch and the bush and install each of them on the opposite side. m 1. 1 2. 3. ➤ Remove the two screws (1. in fig.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 32 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Using the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X ➤ Use the latch assembly from the door reversing kit (not included, see chapter “Accessories” on page 6). ➤ Fit the new latch assembly and the original latch blank to the opposite sides. I NOTE Push and keep the latch spring bolt fully in during fitting. n 2 1 1. ➤ Position the refrigerator door on the hinge pin of the newly mounted lower hinge (1. in fig. n).
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 33 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X 7.13 Using the refrigerator Reversing the doors for RUA6408X, RUA8408X o 1 2. 1. ≥90° 3. 4. ➤ Open the freezer door more than 90 degrees. ➤ Remove the three screws (fig. o 1) from the upper hinge. ➤ Pull the upper hinge upwards out of the bushing and away from the freezer door (2. in fig. o). ➤ Remove the freezer door by lifting it up until it clears the centre hinge pin (3. in fig. o).
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 34 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Using the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X p 1. 2. ➤ Remove the refrigerator door by lifting it up until it clears the lower pin (1. in fig. p). I NOTE Carefully lift up the refrigerator door to prevent damaging the door bushing. ➤ Place the refrigerator door on soft material in order to prevent scratches. ➤ Remove the three screws from the lower hinge (2. in fig. p). q 1 1.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 35 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator ➤ Remove the locking catch screws (fig. q 1). ➤ Take off the locking catches (1. in fig. q). ➤ Remove the hinge bushes on the hinge side with a small screwdriver (fig. q 2). ➤ Remove the screws under the hinge bushes on the hinge side. r 2. 1. 1 3. ➤ Secure the screws underneath the bushes on the opposite side before the covers are installed (fig. r 1).
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 36 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Using the refrigerator I RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X NOTE When installing the latch assemblies, push and keep the latch spring bolt fully in. s 1. 1 2. 3. ➤ Remove the two screws (1. in fig. s) from the latch assembly on both doors. ➤ Push the spring bolt (2. in fig. s) inwards with a small screwdriver, until the latch assembly (fig. s 1) is released. ➤ Remove the latch assembly (3. in fig. s) from both doors.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 37 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator t 2. 1. ➤ Remove the covers from the upper and lower hinge points (1. in fig. t). ➤ Install the covers on the opposite side (2. in fig. t). ➤ Turn the former upper hinge 180 degrees and mount it to the new lower hinge position with the three screws. ➤ Position the refrigerator door on the hinge pin of the newly mounted lower hinge. u 2. 1. ➤ Put the middle pin in place (1. in fig. u).
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 38 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Cleaning and maintenance RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X v 2. 1. 3. ➤ Turn the former lower hinge 180 degrees and hold it in the new upper hinge position. Take care that the hinge pin fits into the upper bushing of the freezer door (1. and 2. in fig. v). ➤ Fix the hinge with the three screws (3. in fig. v). To do so, open the freezer door by at least 90 degrees. ✓ The freezer door is now fixed.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 39 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X I Cleaning and maintenance NOTE Have the refrigerator checked if the vehicle has not been used for a long time. To do this, contact the customer service. ➤ Clean the refrigerator regularly and as soon as it becomes dirty with a damp cloth. ➤ Make sure that no water drips into the controls. This can damage the electronics. ➤ Wipe the refrigerator dry with a cloth after cleaning. ➤ Check the condensate drain regularly.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 40 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Cleaning and maintenance 8.1 ! RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Cleaning the gas burner WARNING! • Disconnect the AC and DC power supply. • Close the gas valve to the refrigerator before cleaning the gas burner. • Allow the burner to cool down before cleaning it. • Do not modify the gas equipment. The gas burner can be cleaned without removing the gas equipment. x 1. 2. 3. ➤ Remove the ventilation grille (fig. x).
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 41 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X y Cleaning and maintenance z ➤ Loosen the screw on the gas burner cover. ➤ Press the catch below the burner cover inwards, and pull off the burner cover. ➤ Clean the burner pipe of coarse impurities using a suitable cleaning brush with soft bristles (fig. y). ➤ Blow out the burner pipe with compressed air through the slots in the burner pipe (fig. z). ➤ Attach the burner cover.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 42 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Troubleshooting 9 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Suggested remedy With AC operation: The refrigerator does not work. The fuse in the AC mains is defective. Replace the fuse. The vehicle is not connected to the AC mains. Connect the vehicle to the AC mains. The AC heating element is defective. Contact the authorised customer service. The fuse in the DC supply is defective. Replace the fuse.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 43 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Suggested remedy The refrigerator does not cool sufficiently. The ventilation around the cooling unit is not sufficient. Check that the ventilation grille is not obstructed. The evaporator is iced up. Check whether the refrigerator door is properly closed. Defrost the refrigerator. The temperature is set too high. Set a lower temperature.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 44 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Troubleshooting Code Fault RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Type Icon Beep Response of the device 01 Thermostat sensor error Warning No flashing No Cooling operation is continued with 45 minutes ON and 15 minutes OFF cycle. 03 No communication between power module and display Error No flashing No Operation is continued at latest stored settings.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 45 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Code Fault Troubleshooting Type Icon Beep Response of the device 16 Frame heater, high current Error No flashing No Heater is turned off. 17 Defrost heater, low current Warning No flashing No – 18 Defrost heater, high current Error No flashing No Heater is turned off.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 46 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 Warranty 10 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Warranty The statutory warranty period applies. If the product is defective, please contact the manufacturer's branch in your country (see the back of the instruction manual for the addresses) or your retailer.
RUA8408X-O-AU.book Seite 47 Montag, 1. Juli 2019 8:37 08 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X 12 Technical data Technical data RUA5208X RUA6408X RUA8408X Total gross volume: 153 l 188 l 224 l Fridge storage volume: Freezer storage volume: 133 l 13 l 134 l 46 l 170 l 46 l AS/NZS 4474.1:2007 Voltage: 230 to 240 Vw / 50 to 60 Hz 12 Vg Power input: Power consumption: Gas consumption: 195 W (240 Vw) 175 W (12 Vg) 240 Vw: 3.9 kWh/24 h 12 Vg: 346 Ah/24 h 240 Vw: 5.
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