Dometic SUPERCOOLER RC 4000 User manual

207.5331.10
SuperCooler
RC 4000
Operating Instructions GB
0402

Attention!
It is important in the interests of efficiency, to give the back of the unit as much
ventilation as possible to allo the heat to escape. The hottest spot is in the vicinity of
the burner, and particularly when operating on gas, it is essential that this place be
kept clear of any obstruction or flammable materials (e.g. grass or plastic ground sheets
that can burn).
In electrical operation, the appliance can be used in an enclosed area. Ho ever the
appliance must still be protected from moisture.
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Thank you for choosing our appliance. We are sure it ill provide you ith trouble-free service.
In the follo ing, e ould like to familiarise you ith some symbols, hich e bring to your attention to ensure
the safe and efficient operation of the appliance:
source of danger, in event of improper operation
suggested useful tips to read
information concerning environmental protection
The cooling box you have purchased is designed for operation from electrical mains, from a vehicle battery or
from bottled (LP) gas.
Please read these operating instructions carefully before using the product. If
you later sell or dispose of it, please ensure that the new owner receives these
operating instructions.
Attention!
Your portable refrigerator - in gas operation - must only be used in a ell-ventilated
place, here it is protected from rain or ater splashes. In electrical operation, the
appliance can be used in an enclosed room ith proper ventilation for the aggregate.
Ho ever the appliance must still be protected from moisture.
In this appliance the storage of any toxic or explosive substance is forbidden!
Attention!
Only operate this appliance on one energy source at a time.
The refrigerator may only be operated ith fitted heels!

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CO TE T
CO TE TS S
1. Unpacking
2. Vie of the appliance
3. Cleaning
4. Positioning the appliance
5. Using the appliance
5.1. From electrical mains
5.2. From vehicle battery
5.3. From bottled gas
6. Mounting the heels
7. Making ice
8. Useful suggestions
9. Defrosting, cleaning and maintenance
10. Warranty and customer service
11. Putting into operation, technical data
11.1. Connecting to electrical mains
11.2. Connecting to vehicle po er supply
11.3. Connecting to bottled gas cylinder
11.4. Connection of gas supply
12. Environmental protection information
13. Recycling

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1. Unpacking
After removal from the cardboard packaging, make
sure the appliance is not damaged. If you find damage
to the appliance resulting from transport, report it
immediately to the transportation firm.
2. View of the appliance
1. Insulated casing
2. Insulated lid
3. Pull handle
4. Control panel
5. Evaporator panel
6. Rear cover
7. Ice-tray shelf
8. Wheels
9. Storage net
Figure 1.
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Figure 2.
3. Cleaning
Clean both the inside and outside of the
appliance before putting it into use.
To do so, use a soft to el, luke arm ater and a
non-abrasive detergent. Ensure ater does not
enter the rear cover grille or the control elements.
After ards, ipe the appliance ith a clean to el
and clean ater, and then ipe it dry.
To avoid damage, do not use soap, soda or
abrasive cleaners.
4. Positioning the appliance
During the refrigeration process, the appliance
radiates off heat from the condenser (under the
upper part of the rear cover) into the surrounding air.
The more ventilated the condenser is, the more
effective the refrigeration ill be.
Another condition for satisfactory operation is that
the appliance stands level. This is best checked by
placing a glass of ater on top of the appliance.
It is important that the appliance is not directly
exposed to radiated heat (sunlight, radiator, near an
oven, etc.).
In gas operation follo ing clearances should be
kept from the alls or other materials: from the
back side of the appliance minimum 10cms, from
both side alls 4cms each, from the top of the
appliance minimum 30 cms, from the bottom
minimum 5cms.
In the immediate vicinity of the appliance ithin the
specified distances no inflammable matters (paper,
ood, grass, textile etc.) must be stored.
5. Using the appliance
The cable for mains connection, the 12V connecting
cable and the gas inlet are located on the rear cover
of the cooling box, (Figure 2).
5.1. Operating from electrical mains
Make sure the voltage sho n on the data plate of the
appliance matches the voltage to hich you ish to
connect the appliance.Pull out the mains connecting
cable and connect it to an earthed all socket.
When connecting the appliance for the first time, set
the thermostat to maximum (fig 4.B); then, after about
five hours, set it back to a medium position. This is
suitable for general refrigeration requirements.
NB: Plug is provided according to specific
regulations in each country and may be different to
that shown.

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Figure 3.
Figure 4.
5.2. Operating from vehicle battery
Make sure the voltage sho n on the data plate of the
appliance matches the voltage of the vehicle battery
(12V or 24V).
12V DC voltage appliances are equipped ith
connectors that can be plugged into cigarette lighters
(Figure 3.). For some types of vehicles, you may need
to remove the red plastic ring located on the end of
the connector. To do so, turn the plastic ring anti-
clock ise and pull it off. The appliance can then be
connected to the cigarette lighter. In 12V operation,
the appliance runs uninterrupted ithout temperature
control.
24V DC voltage appliances are shipped ith bare ire
ends. The ire ends must be connected to a terminal
block, hich is connected to the vehicle battery via a
5A fuse and 5A s itch.
Whenever the engine is not running, the
appliance connector must be removed from the
cigarette lighter (12V appliance) or the s itch turned
off (24V appliance). Other ise, the appliance ill
discharge the vehicle battery rapidly.
5.3. Operating from bottled gas
Connection to the gas cylinder is described in
sections 11.3. and 11.4.
After opening the gas cylinder valve, push the safety
valve button do n (Figure 4.A) and set it to the Large
flame symbol, holding it do n after 10 seconds. Press
the piezo-igniting button (Fig 4.C) several times one
after the other. If the flame does not ignite, repeat the
process. (Air in the appliance gas line prior to
connection to the gas cylinder must be evacuated.
Only then can the gas be lit.)
After you have got the flame keep the safety valve
button do n another 20 seconds.
If the burner is orking the flame indicator pointer ill
be in the green field (Fig 4.D).
6. Mounting the wheels (Fig. 5)
The heel set, found inside the appliance.
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Figure 5.

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Figure 6.
Figure 7.
7. Making ice
The ice-tray holder and ice-tray accessories delivered
ith the appliance allo ice cubes to be made. To do
so, first insert the ice-tray holder panel into the groove
of the plastic holder. Make sure the perforated part of
the panel enters the groove (Figure 6).
Next, fill the ice tray ith ater (up to about 4 mm
belo the edge) and put on the cover.
Place the ice tray on the ice-tray holder, so that its
outer edge is belo the edge of the plastic cover
(Figure 7). This prevents the ice tray from falling from
the holder hen the vehicle is in motion.
The plastic cover of the ice-tray is not completely
atertight hen fastened. For this reason, a fe drops
of ater may come from the ice-tray. This is normal
and does not cause any problem.
8. Useful suggestions
When planning a trip, run the appliance on 230 V for 24 hours prior to departure. Place only pre-cooled
food in the appliance.
Install or remove the ice tray holder before starting the unit as frost later ill make it more difficult.
Frost forms on the evaporator panel hen in operation. When opening the cover or putting in food, some
of this frost melts and collects in the form of ater on the bottom of the appliance. Wipe the ater off
occasionally using a sponge.
Avoid putting food ith fragile packaging (such as glass) into the unit, if you ish to pull it on its heels.
Movements and shaking may cause such items to break.
Walking do nhill, make sure the refrigeration unit does not roll onto your legs. In steep do nhill slopes,
proceed behind the unit ith the heels in front.
Once the unit is in its permanent position, make sure that food does not come in contact ith the evaporator
panel, as this can cause damage to the foods.
9. Defrosting, cleaning and maintenance
For defrosting, al ays unplug the appliance from an electrical po er source to avoid the risk of shock. Make
sure no other po er source is connected (gas or 12V / 24V). Remove food from the unit and leave the lid
open. Depending on the temperature, frost melts in a short time from the evaporator panel, ith ater
collecting at the bottom of the appliance. Wipe it off using a to el. After ards, clean the appliance by follo ing
the instructions in section 3. Leave the lid ajar to prevent any odours from forming. The appliance does not
require any further maintenance.

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Removal of the storage net the cleaning:
Te 5 pcs plastic rivetsshould be pulled out by
pressing the central shift by approx. 5mm (by
means of a pen) (figure 8), then the plastic rivets
should be removed.
Before fixing the net the pressed shifts of the
plastic rivets should be fully pressed back. (till click)
(figure 9).
The protruding ends of the placed back plastic
rivets should be hit in.
10. Warranty and customer
service
Warranty arrangements are in accordance ith EC
Directive 44/1999/CE and the normal conditions
applicable in the country concerned.
For arranty or other servicing, such as spare-parts,
please contact our Dometic Service Net ork.
The arranty does not cover any damage due to
improper use.
The arranty does not cover any modifications to the
appliance or the use of non-original Dometic spare-
parts.
The arranty does not apply if the installing and
operating instructions are not adhered to.
When contacting Dometic Service Net ork, please
state the model, product number and serial number.
You ill find this information on the data plate on the
rear cover of the refrigerator.
Before notifying customer service, please check the
follo ing:
Is location and ventilation satisfactory?
Does the appliance stand level?
Is there po er in the all socket and is the
connection suitable for the appliance?
Is the mains po er cable damaged?
For mains operation, is the electric thermostat
s iched on?
For gas operation, as the safety valve knob
pressed do n long enough?
Is the safety valve knob set to ards the large flame
symbol?
Is the gas cylinder or the pressure regulator valve
open?
Is there any gas in the cylinder? (If by shaking, no
liquid movement can be detected, then the cylinder
is empty.)
Are by any chance t o different po er sources
connected (such as gas or electricity at the same
time)?
Was arm food placed in the unit?
Was a large quantity of food put in at one time?
If the appliance does not operate properly after
checking the above, contact customer service.
When reporting the problem, state the type of
problem, the type and model of appliance, and the
product number and serial number from the data
plate.
We assume the arranty in accordance ith our
arranty conditions for the appliance.
11. Putting into operation
You must, in all instances, operate the
appliance from a single energy source
only. Connecting several energy sources at the
same time ill cause failure of the appliance.
Technical data:
11.1 Connecting to electrical mains
Make sure no other energy source is connected
(gas, 12V).
The appliance may only be operated ith the
voltage stated on the data plate. The
appliance mains plug must be connected to a socket
earthed in accordance ith local regulations only.
Any electrical ork required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified electrician or
competent person.
The manufacturer declines any liability should
these safety measures not be observed.
Model RC 4000
Type JCB 6
Gross volume 33 litre
Mains operation 220 - 240V ( C)
Input 80W
Energy consumption 1.4 kWh/24h
Battery operation 12V (DC)
Input 80W
Energy consumption 160 h/24h
Gas pressure (p) 28-30/37 mbar
Gas classification I3+
Jet size 21
Climate class N
Refrigerant 210g NH3 + H2O
Figure 8. Figure 9.

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Electrical Requirements
Before s itching on, make sure the electricity supply
voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance
data plate.
Only for UK:
The appliance is supplied ith a 3 amp plug fitted. In
the event of having to change the fuse in the plug
supplied, a 3 amp ASTA approved (BS 1362) fuse
must be used. Should the plug need to be replaced
for any reason, the ires in the mains lead are
coloured in accordance ith the follo ing code:
Green and Yello : Earth
Blue: Neutral
Bro n: Live
The ire coloured green and yello must be connected
to the terminal marked ith the letter E or by the earth
symbol or coloured green and yello .
The ire coloured blue must be connected to the
terminal N or coloured black.
The ire coloured bro n must be connected to the
terminal marked L or coloured red.
Upon completion there must be no cut, or stray
strands of ire present and the cord clamp must be
secure over the outer sheath.
11.2 Connecting to vehicle power
source
Make sure no other energy source is connected (gas,
230V).
12V appliances must be connected to a vehicle
cigarette lighter, hich is protected ith a 10A fuse.
24V appliances must be connected by inserting a
terminal block and s itch and protected ith a 5A
fuse. The s itch must be suitable for s itching a 5A
current.
11.3 Connecting to gas cylinder
Make sure no other energy source is connected
(230V, 12V).
The unit must not be connected to town or
natural gas pipelines. It is only suitable for use ith
propane/butane gas (e.g. Calor Gas, Camping
Gaz, Caravangas, etc.).
The RC 4000 is equipped for a specific gas-
pressure, corresponding to the standard pressure
of the country in hich it is sold. The data plate
states the pressure that is correct. It is important
that a non-adjustable pressure-regulator must be
used to reduce the pressure in the gas cylinder to
the operating pressure specified on the data plate.
No other pressure may be used.
Needle valve-operated gas valves are NOT
suitable for use ith this appliance and must not be
used as a substitute for a pressure regulator.
11.4 Connection of gas supply
(The follo ing instructions refer in the main to
coolers manufactured in the United Kingdom. For
other countries please refer to your supplier.)
Al ays connect in the follo ing sequence:
GAS BOTTLE →PRESSURE-REGULATOR →
→ APPLIANCE.
To connect the appliance to the pressure-regulator
APPROVED GAS TUBING should be used. This
should be of a minimum in length and have an inner
diameter of 8mm and be marked BS3212/2/8.
The pressure-regulator must be compatible for
Butane 11 in (28 mbar) or for Propane 14 in (37
mbar).
To connect the pressure-regulator to the gas bottle,
the valve of the gas bottle must be closed. After
connecting the pressure regulator to the bottle by
scre ing, connect the t o ends of the tubing to the
nipples and secure them ith the t o hose clipse.
(Figure 10).
When fitting the connection to the gas inlet of the
appliance (Figure 10), hold the counterpart to avoid
straining and possibly damaging.
The gas bottle (Butane, blue bottle) may only be
used in an upright position and particular care must
be taken every time the appliance is connected to
the gas bottle to ensure that there are no leaks, that
the tubing (rubber hose) is not under tension or
kinked, and that it is not in contact ith hot surfaces.
The tubing and the gas bottle should al ays be
located in positions here they ill not be tripped
over or other ise inadvertently disturbed.
Before attempting to light the burner, every time
after connection, turn on the gas at the bottle and
check the gas connections for leaks by applying a
soap and ater solution over them and atching for
bubbles, hich ould indicate a leak.
After testing dry off traces of detergent.

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12. Environmental protection
information
The appliance does not contain any CFCs/HCFCs.
Ammonia (natural hydrogen and nitrogen compound)
is used as refrigerant agent in the cooling unit.
The ozone-friendly cyclopentane is used as a blo ing
agent for the PU foam insulation.
Sodium chromate is used for corrosion protection
(less than 2 eight % of the coolant).
13. Recycling
After unpacking the appliance, the packing materials
should be delivered to a local collection site. At the
end of its useful lifetime, the appliance should be
delivered to a specialised recycling firm, hich
reclaims the usable materials. The rest is properly
destroyed.
This appliance complies with the following EEC
directives:
LVD-Directive 73/23/EEC ith amendment
90/683/EEC
EMC-Directive 89/336/EEC
Gas-Directive 90/396/EEC.
For your safety:
Do not check for leaks ith a naked flame! Do not smoke hile checking for leaks!
Figure 10.
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