Dometic RC Series User manual

RC10.4 70, RC10.4 90
Refrigerator
Installation and Operating Manual. . . . . . . 13
Kühlschrank
Montage- und Bedienungsanleitung . . . . . 31
Réfrigérateur
Instructions de montage
et de service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Koelkast
Montagehandleiding en
gebruiksaanwijzing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
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REFRIGERATION
RC SERIES
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Please read this instruction manual carefully before installation and 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.
Contents
1 Explanation of symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
2 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
3 Scope of delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
4 Accessory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
5 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
6 Technical description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
7 Setting up and connecting the refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
8 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
9 Cleaning and maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
10 Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
11 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
12 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
13 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
1 Explanation of symbols
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DANGER!
Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction will cause death
or serious injury.
WARNING!
Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction can cause death
or serious injury.
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2 Safety instructions
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage in the following cases:
•Faulty assembly or connection
•Damage to the product resulting from mechanical influences and incorrect
connection voltage
•Alterations to the product without express permission from the manufacturer
•Use for purposes other than those described in the operating manual
2.1 General safety
!WARNING!
•Have a qualified technician perform the installation in wet rooms.
•Do not operate the device if it is visibly damaged.
•If this device's power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, customer service or a similarly qualified person in order
to prevent safety hazards.
•This device may only be repaired by qualified personnel. Inadequate
repairs may cause serious hazards.
•This device can be used by childrenaged 8 years or over, as wellas by
persons with diminished physical, sensory or mental capacities or a
lack of experience and knowledge, providing they are supervised, or
have been taught how to use the device safely and are aware of the
resulting risks.
•Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children
without supervision.
CAUTION!
Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction can lead to injury.
NOTICE!
Failure to observe this instruction can cause material damage and impair
the function of the product.
NOTE
Supplementary information for operating the product.
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•Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
device.
•Always keep and use the device out of the reach of children under
8 years of age.
•Do not store any explosive substances, such as spray cans with
propellants, in the device.
!CAUTION!
•Danger of crushing! Do not put your fingers into the hinge.
•Foodstuff may only be stored in its original packaging or in suitable
containers.
ANOTICE!
•Check that the voltage specification on the type plate is the same as
that of the power supply.
•Never pull the plug out of the socket by the connection cable.
•If the refrigerator is connected to the DC socket: Disconnect the
refrigerator and other electric consumers from the battery before
connecting the quick charging device.
•If the refrigerator is connected to the DC socket: Disconnect the
refrigerator or switch it off when you turn off the engine. Otherwise
you may discharge the battery.
•The refrigerator is not suitable for storing substances which are caustic
or contain solvents.
•Keep the drainage outlet clean at all times.
•Do not open the refrigerant circuit under any circumstances.
•Never transport the device in a horizontal position, so that no oil can
leak out of the compressor.
•Make sure that the refrigerator circuit is not damaged during transpor-
tation. The refrigerant in the refrigerator circuit is highly flammable.
In the event of any damage to the refrigerator circuit:
– Avoid naked flames and sparks.
– Air the room well.
•Set up the device in a dry location where it is protected against splash-
ing water.
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2.2 Operating the device safely
DDANGER!
•Do not touch exposed cables with your bare hands. This applies
especially when operating the device from the AC mains.
!CAUTION!
•Before starting the device, ensure that the power supply line and the
plug are dry.
•If you connect the device to a battery, make sure that no food comes
into contact with the battery acid.
ANOTICE!
•Do not use electrical devices inside the cooling device unless they are
recommended by the manufacturer for that purpose.
•Do not place it near naked flames or other heat sources (heaters, direct
sunlight, gas ovens etc.)
•Danger of overheating!
Always ensure sufficient ventilation so that the heat generated during
operation can dissipate. Make sure that the device is sufficiently far
away from walls and other objects so that the air can circulate.
•Ensure that the ventilation vents are not covered.
•Do not fill the inner container with ice or fluid.
•Never immerse the appliance in water.
•Protect the appliance and the cable against heat and moisture.
•Make sure that foodstuffs do not touch the walls of the cooling area.
3Scopeofdelivery
Quantity Description
1 Refrigerator
1 Door hinge
1 Installation and Operating Manual
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4Accessory
If you wish to operate the cooling device with an AC mains supply, please use one of
the following rectifiers.
Available as accessory (not included in scope of delivery):
All the 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 setting up in caravans and motorhomes. It is suitable
for refrigerating foodstuffs and storing frozen foodstuffs.
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The refrigerator is suitable for use with a DC voltage.
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Description Ref. no.
CoolPower EPS100W rectifier 9600000440
CoolPower MPS35 rectifier 9600000445
CAUTION! Health hazard!
Please check if the cooling capacity of the device is suitable for storing
the food or medicine you wish to cool.
NOTE
To safely operate 12 V DC and 24 V DC consumer units in the caravan, it
must be ensured that the towing vehicle provides sufficient voltage. On
some vehicles, the battery management system may automatically
switch off consumer units to protect the battery. Ask your vehicle manu-
facturer for more information.
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6 Technical description
RC series refrigerators are suitable for use with DC voltage and can therefore also be
used for camping or on boats. You can also use the CoolPower EPS100W and
MPS35 rectifiers to connect them to a AC mains supply.
The refrigerator can chill products and keep them cool. Frozen products can be
stored in the freezer compartment.
All materials used in the refrigerator are suitable for use with foodstuffs.
The refrigerant circuit is maintenance-free.
When used on boats the refrigerator can be subjected to a short-term inclination
of 30°.
6.1 Description of the device
No. in
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page 3
Description
1 Top door tray
2 Refrigerator door
3 Middle door tray
4 Bottom door tray with bottle holder
5 Fruit and vegetable section
6 Refrigerator compartment
7 Refrigerator shelf
8 Freezer compartment
9 Control and display elements
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6.2 Operating and display elements
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refrigerator
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7.1 Setting up the refrigerator
The device is designed for ambient temperatures between +16 °C and +43 °C. In
continuous operation, the air humidity may not exceed 90 %.
Set up the refrigerator in a dry, sheltered place. Avoid placing the refrigerator near
heat sources such as radiators, gas ovens or hot water pipes. Do not let the refriger-
ator stand in direct, strong sunlight.
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Explanation
1 Power button
2 LED PERFORMANCE mode:
Standard mode
Selection of all temperature levels (1 to 5)
3 LED SILENT mode:
Decreased fan and compressor speed with reduced noise, e.g. if the user
wants to relax or sleep
Selection of three temperature levels (1 to 3)
4 LED BOOST mode:
Maximum performance, e.g. for an immediate cool down or after a larger
amount of uncooled foodstuff has been put in the refrigerator
No selection of temperature levels
5 LED error
6 LEDs temperature level
7 Temperature selection button
8 Mode selection button
NOTICE! Beware of damage
Only ever lay the refrigerator on its side, but never on its back.
Otherwise the refrigerator may be damaged.
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7.2 Changing the door hinge
You can also change the hinge of the door, so that it opens to the left rather than the
right.
➤To change the door hinge, proceed as follows (see fig. 3, page 4 to fig. 5,
page 5).
7.3 Changing the decorative plate
You can change the decorative plate on your cooling device to improve
the appearance.
➤To change the decorative plate, proceed as follows (see fig. 6, page 6 to
fig. 7, page 7).
7.4 Connecting the cooling device
For the electrical connection you also need the wiring diagram (fig. 8, page 8).
Cable colours:
Connecting to a battery
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➤Determine the required cross section of the cable in relation to the cable length
according to fig. 9, page 8.
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page 8
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rd red
NOTICE!
To avoid voltage loss and therefore a drop in performance, the cable
should be kept as short as possible and should not be interrupted if
possible.
For this reason avoid additional switches, plugs or power strips.
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