Dometic REFRIGERATION 10-Series User manual

RMD10.5XS
Absorption refrigerator
Installation Manual
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REFRIGERATION
10-SERIES
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All rights are reserved.
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RMD10.5XS
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Please carefully read and follow all instructions, guidelines and warnings included in this product manual in order to ensure that you install,
use and maintain the product properly at all times.
By using the product, you hereby confirm that you have read this disclaimer, all instructions, guidelines and warnings carefully and that you
understand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions as set forth herein.
You agree to use this product only for the intended purpose and application and in accordance with the instructions, guidelines and warnings
as set forth in this product manual as well as in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
A failure to read and follow the instructions and warnings set forth herein may result in an injury to yourself andothers, damage to your product
or damage to other property in the vicinity.
Dometic accepts no liability for any loss, damage or injury incurred, directly or indirectly, from the installation, use or maintenance of the
product not in compliance with the instructions and warnings in the product manual.
This product manual, including the instructions, guidelines and warnings, and related documentation may be subject to changes and
updates. For up-to-date product information, please visit: documents.dometic.com, dometic.com.
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Table of contents
1 Explanation of symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
2 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
4 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
6 Installing the refrigerator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
7 Connecting the refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
8 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
NOTE
You can find details on the operation in the operating manual.
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Explanation of symbols RMD10.5XS
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1 Explanation of symbols
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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
!WARNING!
• The electrical installation must comply with national and local
regulations including AS/NZS 3001 – Electrical installations.
• The gas installation must comply with national and local regulations
including AS/NZS 5601.2 – Gas installations.
• Never open the absorber unit. It is under high pressure and can cause
injury if it is opened.
• Ensure clean and residue-free handling if silicone sealant or similar is
used. There is a risk of fire if silicone filaments come into contact with
hot parts or naked flames.
• Do not operate the refrigerator if it is visibly damaged.
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.
NOTE
Supplementary information for operating the product.
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• If the AC power cable for this refrigerator is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, service agent or a similarly qualified
person in order to prevent safety hazards.
• Never use a naked flame to check the refrigerator for leaks.
• This refrigerator may only be repaired by qualified personnel.
Inadequate repairs may cause serious hazards.
• Only use universal LPG gas.
•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.
• Dismantle all refrigerator doors for the disposal of the old refrigerator
and leave the shelves in the refrigerator to prevent accidental enclo-
sure and suffocation.
!CAUTION!
• Danger of crushing! Do not put your fingers into the hinge.
• Before starting the device, ensure that the power supply line and the
plug are dry.
ANOTICE!
• Only hold the refrigerator at its body during transport. Never hold the
refrigerator at the absorber unit, the cooling fins, the gas pipes, the
door or the control panel.
• 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 (smell of ammo-
nia):
– Switch off the refrigerator if applicable.
– Avoid naked flames and sparks.
– Air the room well.
• Do not install the refrigerator near naked flames or other heat sources
(heaters, direct sunlight, gas ovens etc.).
•Risk of overheating!
Always ensure sufficient ventilation so that the heat generated during
operation can dissipate. Make sure that the refrigerator is sufficiently
far away from walls and other objects so that the air can circulate.
• Check that the voltage specification on the type plate is the same as
that of the power supply.
• Do not open the refrigerant circuit under any circumstances.
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• Only use the AC connection cable supplied to connect the
refrigerator to the AC mains.
• Only use cables with a suitable size (see chapter “DC power” on
page 28).
• Never pull the plug out of the socket by the connection cable.
• The refrigerator must not be exposed to rain.
3Scopeofdelivery
4Accessories
Available as accessories (not included in the 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.
Quantity Description
1 Refrigerator
1 Drain hose
1 Sealing strip (fitted during installation)
1 Installation, Operating Manual and Quick Start Guide
Description
Dometic gas flue kit 3776
Dometic Roof Vent Kit
LS 300 ventilation grille
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RMD10.5XS Intended use
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5 Intended use
The device is suitable for:
• Installation in caravans and motor homes
• Providing refrigeration, freezer and storage space for food
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The device is not suitable for:
• Storing medications
• Storing corrosive substances or substances that contain solvents
• Freezing previously unfrozen food
This product is only suitable for the intended purpose and application in accordance
with this instruction. Any other use, deviating from the intended use, is not allowed!
Dometic accepts no liability for any loss, damage or injury incurred, directly or
indirectly due to other as the intended use.
6 Installing the refrigerator
You find the instructions manual for changing the door lock
and the decorative plate online at:
documents.dometic.com/?object_id=63258
The device is suitable for installation in:
• caravans
• motor homes
CAUTION! – Health hazard!
Please check if the cooling capacity of the refrigerator is suitable for
storing the food you wish to cool.
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6.1 Preparing the installation
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When installing the refrigerator, note the following:
• To enable the refrigerant to circulate properly, the refrigerator may not exceed an
angle of 3 °.
Park the vehicle horizontally for this purpose.
• The refrigerator must be installed in a way that the following requirements are
met:
– The refirigerator must be easily accessible for service work.
– It must be easy to install and uninstall the refrigerator.
– It must be easy to remove the refrigerator from the vehicle.
NOTICE!
• The refrigerator may not be installed in the rear of motor homes with
the door pointing in the direction of travel.
• Use exclusively original Dometic ventilation grills to ensure safe
operation.
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C
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• The refrigerator must be installed in a recess so that it stands secure when the
vehicle is in motion. Note the dimensions in fig. 1for this purpose.
Refrigerator Overall dimension with flange in mm
Height (A) 1260
Width (B) 550
Depth (C)615
Recess Dimension in mm
Height (H) 1246 – 1251
Width (W) 526 – 531
Depth (D) 571 – 586
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• The outer wall must be fitted with one air inlet ventilation grille (fig. 23a,
page 9) and one outlet ventilation grille (fig. 23b. page 9) so that the heat
generated can be easily released to the outside:
– Upper air outlet vent LS300 must be installed with the bottom of the vent no
lower than the top of the refrigerator cabinet.
– Lower air inlet vent LS300 must be installed with the lowest opening of the
grill flush with the floor of the refrigerator.
• If the lower ventilation grille of the air inlet vent cannot be installed flush to the
floor, a gas escape hole (fig. 27, page 9) must be provided in the floor for
releasing any possible gas leakage (see chapter “Making air inlet and outlet
vents” on page 15).
• Fit an air deflection plate (fig. 26, page 9) above the condenser so that the heat
does not accumulate in the vehicle.
• Put insulation wool (fig. 21,page 9) on top and sides of the cabinet.
Pos. in fig. 2Description
1 Insulation wool on top and sides of cabinet
2 Clearance minimum 10 mm to maximum 25 mm
3a/3b LS300 ventilation grille
4 Recommended height is at least equal to the height of the refrigerator
5 Dometic gas flue kit 3776
6 Air deflection plate
7 Gas escape hole, min. 40 mm – required if lower air vent would not
permit all leaked gas to escape
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• The distance between the air inlet and outlet vents must be at least 1250 mm
(fig. 3).
• The distance between the refrigerator and the rear wall must be at least 10 mm
but no more than 25 mm.
1250 mm
< 1250 mm
3
10 – 25 mm
>25 mm >25 mm
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• A distance of more than 25 mm between the refrigerator and rear wall leads to
poor performance and increases the power consumption of the refrigerator.
Reduce the space behind the refrigerator to create adequate air inlet and outlet
ventilation. To reduce the space use a ventilation plate (fig. 41), for example.
15 – 25 mm
1800 mm
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• If the minimum distance between the air inlet and outlet vents cannot be met, a
roof vent must be installed instead of the air outlet vent.
– The roof vent should be installed directly above the back of the refrigerator as
far as this is possible. Use an air duct (fig. 51) if you need to install the roof
vent offset; otherwise, heat will accumulate there.
– The distance between the air inlet vent and the roof vent must be at least
1800 mm (fig. 5).
– If a roof air conditioner is provided, the distance between the roof vent
(fig. 61) and the air outlet of the roof air conditioner (fig. 62) must be at
least 300 mm.
• The refrigerator must not be installed at the side of the air inlet and outlet vents as
this leads to poor performance and increases the power consumption of the
refrigerator.
• The air inlet and outlet vents must not be covered by vehicle parts (such as an
open door or by installing accessories such as bicycle racks) while operating.
• A separate flue duct must be installed under the air outlet vent, see chapter
“Installing the flue duct” on page 19.
• Install the refrigerator so that it is protected from excessive heat, as this leads to
poor performance and increases the power consumption of the refrigerator.
• The electrical installation must comply with national and local regulations
including: AS/NZS 3001 – Electrical installations - Transportable structures and
vehicles including their site supplies
≥ 300 mm
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• The gas installation must comply with national and local regulations including:
AS/NZS 5601.2 – Gas installations – LP Gas installations in caravans and boats
• The refrigerator must be installed in a draft-proof location, see chapter “Installing
the refrigerator in a sealed location separate from the living space” on page 14.
6.2 Installing the refrigerator in a sealed location
separate from the living space
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Gas-powered refrigerators in caravans or motorhomes must be installed in a sealed
location. This means that the combustion air is not extracted from the interior and the
exhaust fumes are prevented from directly entering the living space.
➤Apply the sealing strip to front of the bottom surface of the refrigerator (fig. 71).
➤Push the refrigerator into position (fig. 72). This then seals the space behind
the refrigerator to the interior of the vehicle.
WARNING! Fire hazard!
• Do not use flammable materials for the draft-proof installation.
• Position the device so that no connection cable is damaged or
pinched.
• Do not use multiple sockets or portable power adapters behind the
device.
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2.
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6.3 Making air inlet and outlet vents
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➤Make an air inlet vent and an air outlet vent in the outer wall with the size of
249 mm x 490 mm. When doing so, observe the information in chapter
“Preparing the installation” on page 8.
If the lower ventilation grille cannot be installed with the lowest opening of the grill
flush with the floor of the refrigerator, make a gas escape hole in the floor so that all
unburnt gas will escape.
➤Make a gas escape hole of at least Ø 40 mm in the floor (fig. 01) behind the
refrigerator near the gas burner.
➤Shield the end of the opening with a deflector to prevent sludge or dirt from get-
ting inside while driving (fig. 02).
If you have to use a roof vent instead of the air outlet vent:
➤Cut out a section in the roof. Refer to the roof vent instruction manual for the
required dimensions. When doing so, observe the information in chapter
“Preparing the installation” on page 8.
NOTE
At high ambient temperatures, the refrigerator can only provide its
maximum cooling capacity if the optimum ventilation has been
provided.
t40 mm
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6.4 Installing the ventilation grill
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➤Seal the installation frame to make the connection waterproof (fig. b).
NOTE
Only use original Dometic ventilation grills (accessory) to ensure safe
operation.
No. in fig. aDescription
1Slider
2 Ventilation grill
3 Installation frame
4 Fastening for condensation drain
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2
1
4
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b
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➤Insert the installation frame and screw it down tightly (fig. c). Use all the fixing
holes for this.
➤Insert the ventilation grill as shown (fig. d).
6.5 Installing condensation drain
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Install the condensation drain as follows:
Variant 1:
➤Drill a hole through the floor at the rear of the refrigerator.
➤Install the drain water hose through the drilled hole. Ensure, that the drain water
hose is long enough in order to drain the water outside of the vehicle.
➤Seal the area around the drain water hose.
Variant 2:
➤Attach the condensation hose directly to the fastening intended for it on the
ventilation grill (fig. a4, page 16).
NOTICE!
• To avoid damage on the drain water hose, position the hole for the
drain water hose in a way, that the hose does not touch the boiler
casing.
• Ensure that the drain water hose is not kinked.
NOTE
• Condensation can form inside the refrigerator due to frequent door
opening, incorrectly stored food or food that is stored when it is too
warm.
• Condensation must be drained with a constant slope.
1.
2.
3.
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6.6 Install the roof vent
➤Seal the installation frame to make the connection waterproof (fig. f).
➤Insert the installation frame and screw it down tightly (fig. g). Use all the fixing
holes for this.
No. in fig. eDescription
1 Hood
2 Installation frame
1
2
e
f
g
h
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➤Insert the hood and screw it down tightly (fig. h, page 18).
6.7 Installing the flue duct
INOTE
• Install the Dometic gas flue kit 3776.
• To ensure optimal performance the minimum number of flue stacks
required should be used.
• Mount the flue duct through the external wall (fig. i).
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9
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6
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5
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Install the flue duct as follows:
➤Make a rectangular opening in the outer wall of the vehicle (fig. j).
– The opening must be as wide as the flue pipe (fig. i2).
– The opening must be high enough that the flue pipe fits through at a 45°
angle.
➤Insert the coil (fig. i7) in the flue pipe (fig. i8) of the refrigerator.
➤Place the T-piece (fig. i4) on the adaptor (fig. i5) and the flue pipe
(fig. i8) of the refrigerator.
➤Direct the T-piece at an angle of 45° towards the rear wall.
➤Attach the T-piece, adaptor and flue pipe with a screw (fig. i6).
➤Install the mounting plate (fig. k).
➤Fill the opening with fire-resistant material, e.g. stone wool (fig. k).
1.
2.
j
min.
15 mm
1.
2.
3.
k
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