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DO NOT use a hot air blower. Permanent damage
could result from warping the metal or plastic parts.
DO NOT use a knife or an ice pick, or other sharp
tools to remove frost from the freezer shelves. They
can create a leak in the ammonia system.
CLEANING
Cleaning the refrigerator is usually done after it is de-
frosted or put into storage. To clean the interior liner of
the refrigerator, use lukewarm weak soda solution. Use
only warm water to clean the finned evaporator, ice trays
and shelves. NEVER use strong chemicals or abrasives
to clean these parts, as the protective surfaces will be
damaged. It is important to always keep the refrigerator
clean.
SHUT OFF - STORAGE PROCEDURE
Shut off the refrigerator by pressing the main power ON/
OFF button to the UP (OFF) position.
If the refrigerator will not be in operation for a period of
weeks, it should be emptied, defrosted, cleaned and the
doors left ajar. The ice trays should also be dried and
kept outside the cabinet.
FUSES
This model is equipped with 2 fuses, one for the refrig-
erator control system and one for AC cartridge heater.
(See table below).
To replace fuses proceed as follows.
1. Disconnect the wall plug, and the 12 volt wires.
2. Remove the power module cover. See FIG. 1.
3. Snap the fuse out of the fuse holder.
4. Fit a new fuse in to the fuse holder.
5. Replace the power module cover.
! CAUTION
! WARNING
DO NOT store explosive substances in the refrig-
erator, such as cigarette lighter gas, gasoline, ether
or the like.
NOTE:
Sodium chromate is used for corrosion protec-
tion (less than 2-weight % of the coolant).
ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT
HEATERS
The heat necessary for the operation of an absorption
cooling unit is supplied by an electric heater mounted in
a pocket of the boiler system.
This model is equipped with a series connected twin
heater.
To replace the heater proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect the wall plug, and the 12 volt wires.
2. Remove the protection cover see FIG. 1
3. Remove the power module cover see FIG. 1
4. Disconnect the heater leads.
5. With a pair of pliers unfold the lug holding the lid
of the boiler casing and open the lid.
6. Remove some insulation wool so that the heater
is accessible.
7. Turn and lift the heater out of its pocket.
8. Fit the new heater into the pocket.
9. Connect the leads and put on the power module
cover.
10. Reset the insulation and close the lid of the boiler.
11. Replace the protection cover.
Control system
3 Amp
AC heater
5 Amp
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE
The user should be aware of service that must be
done on a regular schedule to keep the refrigerator
operating properly. The service should only be per-
formed by a qualified technician who is familiar with
LP gas systems and refrigerators.
1. REFRIGERATOR REMOVAL
Before working on the refrigerator, make sure the AC
voltage and DC voltage leads are disconnected. Shut
off the gas supply. Disconnect the gas supply line at
the rear of the refrigerator see FIG. 1. Always use a
back up wrench when loosening and tightening this
connection. Cap the gas supply line loosen the screws
anchoring the refrigerator to the enclosure and slide
the refrigerator out of the compartment.
When replacing the refrigerator make sure that the
sealing strips are properly positioned.
Replacement is the reverse of removal. Check all con-
nections for gas leaks.
Refer to section
INSTALLATION
, page 4 to 8.
2. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
To keep your Dometic refrigerator operating efficiently
and safely, periodic inspection and cleaning of sev-
eral components once or twice a year is recom-
mended.
A. It is important to keep the area at the back of the
refrigerator clean. Check the lower vent, upper vent
and area between these openings for any obstruc-
tions such as bird/insect nests, spider webs, etc.
Clean the coils on the back of the refrigerator. Use
a soft bristled brush to dust off the coils.
It is important to keep the refrigerator area free from
combustible material, gasoline and other flammable
vapors or liquids.
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