Dometic EA 3280 User manual

EA 3280
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INTRODUCTION
We are pleased that you have chosen this refrigerator and trust that it will be to your complete satisfaction. We should also
like to offer some useful tips.
This absorption refrigerator has a (***) freezer compartment (-18°C) for freezing ice and storing deep-frozen food. (These
values are maintained at ambient temperatures of between +16°C and +32°C). The normal refrigerator compartment is
cooled by a separate evaporator.
Please read these instructions carefully before using the refrigerator.
To obtain good service and ensure that the refrigerator operates economically, it must be used as detailed below.
DAMAGE IN TRANSIT
After removing the packaging, examine the refrigerator to ensure it has not been damaged during transit. Should damage
have occurred, please proceed as detailed below.
Transit damage must be reported to the company responsible for transport within seven days, at the latest, following delivery
of the goods.
TYPE PLATE
The type plate is afixed to the interior of the refrigerator and bears, amongst other information, the following details:
type
model description
product number
serial number
This information must be produced should it become necessary to contact customer service. We recommend that you write
these details down here. Further technical information can be found in the paragraph entitled TECHNICAL DATA in these
instructions.
INSTALLATION
It is important that the refrigerator should not be exposed to heat radiation from hot appliances (e.g. stoves).
To obtain good service, also in the case of high ambient temperatures, it is important that the cooling unit is sufficiently
ventilated. The ventilation apertures at the top of the refrigerator must not be covered up.
PUTTING INTO SERVICE
The 30V electricity supply must be provided by a socket earthed in accordance with current regulations. Before
putting the refrigerator into service, please ensure that the mains connection voltage corresponds to the voltage
indicated on the type plate.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
An absorption refrigerator operates without making any noise whatsoever. The deep freezer compartment should become
cold approximately one hour after being switched on. Six to 1 hours are required for the refrigerator to reach normal
operating temperature (dependent on the ambiant temperature). If the refrigerator is stocked with food, the cooling period is
longer (8-18 hours).
The thermostat allows continuing temperature control inside the refrigerator. Normally, the regulating knob (B) is set at
position 3-5. Should you require a lower (colder) temperature, please turn the knob to a higher level.
FOOD STORAGE
Always store food in closed containers, aluminium foil or in a similar manner. Never place food in the refrigerator while it is
still warm, always allow it to cool down to room temperature beforehand.
CAUTION: combustible liquids and gases must not be stored in the refrigerator. There is a DANGER OF EXPLOSION!
The (***) freezer compartment is intended for freezing ice cubes and storing frozen food, for instance, ice cream. It is not
suitable for freezing food. Most deep-frozen food, provided it has not been thawed out in the meantime, can be stored in
the freezer compartment for a period of up to one month. However, this time period can vary. Therefore, the directions on
the packaging must be observed.
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FREEZING ICE CUBES
To freeze ice cubes fill the dish with water and place it on the bottom of the freezer compartment. To accelerate the process
turn the regulator up to the highest mark. However, do not forget to turn it back again afterwards.
DEFROSTING
When operating normally, the cooling ribs in the normal compartment defrost automatically. In the case of increased air
humidity, frost may form on the cooling ribs. Should the frost layer attain a thickness of approximately 3 mm, the refrigerator
must be defrosted to avoid impairing the performance level. Even if this is not the case, the (***) freezer compartment must
be defrosted on a regular basis following heavy ice formation. This is carried out as follows:
Set the thermostat at  ', disconnect at the mains, remove food and ice dish and leave the doors open. Do not expose
the refrigerator to external heat and do not attempt to scratch away the frost with sharp objects.
The drained water runs in a groove and from there continues along a pipe through the refrigerator's rear panel and into
a collection container on the cooling unit, where the water evaporates by itself. Should the frost layer become very thick,
there is a danger of the collection basin overflowing. In this case the water should be absorbed by a cloth placed under
the ribs. The water in the freezer compartment should also be absorbed by a cloth.
Following defrosting, the refrigerator should be wiped dry with a cloth, reconnected and the food returned. However, you
should wait until the following day before freezing ice cubes.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Set the thermostat at  ' and disconnect at the mains. Defrost the refrigerator as detailed above. Remove loose parts
(shelves, supports, etc.), rinse and dry. Dampen a cloth with lukewarm water (and possibly add a mild cleaning agent) and
wipe out the refrigerator from inside. Then dry off with a soft cloth. Wipe the doors' PVC seals with a damp cloth and rub
them with talcum powder from time to time. Never use scouring agents, harsh cleaning agents, heavily perfumed products,
wax or similar items. Occasionly remove the dust from the cooling unit at the rear of the refrigerator, especially from the pipe
coils and from between the ribs. Always ensure that the refrigerator is disconnected at the mains before carrying out
this routine maintenance.
PUTTING OUT OF SERVICE
Should the refrigerator not be in use for some time, it should be disconnected. Set the thermostat at  ' and disconnect at
the mains.
Empty, defrost and clean the refrigerator as detailed above. Leave the refrigerator and deep freezer doors slighty ajar.
HOW TO PROCEED IN THE CASE OF MALFUNCTIONS
Before contacting customer service, examine the refrigerator to ascertain whether:
1) the instructions in the paragraph entitled CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR have been observed
2) the refrigerator is positioned on a level surface
3) the voltage connection is the required 23 V
4) the fuse is not defective.
Should the refriger tor not be cooling sufficiently, it m y be bec use:
the cooling unit is insufficiently ventilated, owing to the air inlet or ventilation aperture (mesh in the table top) being
completely or partly covered
the evaporator is covered with ice
the thermostat setting is incorrect
too much (warm) food has been stored in the refrigerator over a short period of time
the door seal is not in its correct position, or the door is not properly closed.
Should the refrigerator still not function correctly, contact customer service. Please refer to the paragraph entitled
CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS.
The cooling unit must not be opened; it is highly pressurized!
SERVICING
Work on electrical equipment must only be carried out by a qualified expert and it is recommended to have this work
completed by an authorized customer service department.
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USEFUL TIPS
Please ensure that:
the refrigerator is defrosted when necessary
the refrigerator is disconnected when not in use, as detailed above
strong-smelling food is carefully wrapped
the ventilation apertures are not obstructed.
GUARANTEE
We undertake to guarantee the faultless condition of this refrigerator in accordance with our guarantee conditions.
CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS
In the event of malfunctions contact our customer service immediately, indicating the type of equipment, product number,
serial number and the nature of the defect.
INSTALLATION DIRECTIONS
Installation, particularly electrical work, must be carried out by a qualified expert.
For instance, should the refrigerator be installed in a cupboard unit, adequate ventilation and aeration and the correct
distance from the wall must be ensured as indicated in diagram 2 (A or B).
During installation, please ensure the mains plug is accessible at all times.
TRANSFERRING HINGES
The direction the door opens can be transferred from one side to the other by carrying out the following steps:
disconnect at the mains
lay the refrigerator down carefully on its back
remove the lower hinge and detach the door
remove the two upper left-hand screws and detach the covering plate by pulling it forward
detach the upper hinge and mount it on the opposite side
remove the hinge bolt and screw it in from below
insert the covering plate in the upper right-hand corner by pushing it in and secure it with the two screws
position the door on the upper hinge bolt and mount the lower hinge
ensure the door can move freely and the seal is correctly positioned.
CHANGING THE BULB
Should the interior light in your refrigerator fail, the bulb should be replaced as follows:
switch off and unplug the refrigerator
push the reflector plate approximately 3mm upwards and remove the cap backwards
change the bulb
push the reflector plate approximately 3mm upwards and attach the cap from behind.
DOOR DECORATION PLATE
A door decoration plate can be changed or fitted quite simply. The plate's dimensions must be as follows:
height ............................................... 522 mm
width ................................................ 5 7 mm
thickness ................................. max. 3. mm
detach and remove the plastic strip from the frame at one end
pull the door plate slightly downwards
pull the plate from the middle to the outside until it can be detached on the side
fit in the new plate and push it upwards
attach plastic strip.
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TECHNICAL DATA
Outer dimensions of the refrigerator
height ......................................... 575 mm
width .......................................... 525 mm
depth .......................................... 53 mm
Capacity
gross .......................................... 7 lit
useable capacity ........................ 65 lit
freezer compartment
capacity ................................ 6. lit
Weight (excluding packaging) ................... 29 kg
Electrical data
connection current, 23 V............ 1 5W
energy consumption (24 hrs) ..... 1,6 kWh
The appliance does not contain any CFCs/HCFCs.
Sodium chromate is used for corrosion protection (less than 2 weight % of the coolant).
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 specialized collection and reprocessing firm, hich reclaims the usable materials. The rest is
properly destroyed.
This refrigerator complies with the following EEC directives:
72/23/EEC of 19. 2. 1973 (low voltage) and subsequent amendments
89/336/EEC of 3. 5. 1989 (electromagnetic compatibility) and subsequent amendments.
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