Dometic REFRIGERATION 10-Series User manual

RMD10
Absorber refrigerator
Installation Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Réfrigérateur à absorption
Instructions de montage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
EN
FR
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open window.
2. Don‘t touch electrical switches.
3. Extinguish any open flame.
4. Immediately call your gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WARNING: Improper installation,
adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. Refer to this manual.
For assistance or additional information
consult a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
REFRIGERATION
10-SERIES
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NOTICENOTICE
d90°
523 mm
20.59 in.
1245 mm 49.06 in.
550 mm
21.65 in.
523 mm
20.59 in.
1245 mm 49.06 in.
605 mm
23.82 in.
RMD 10.5(S)(T) RMD 10.5X(T)(S)
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2
1
2
≥1250 mm
≥ 49.21 in.
< 1250 mm
< 49.21 in.
1
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15 – 25 mm
0.59 in. – 0.98 in.
> 25 mm
> 0.98 in.
> 25 mm
> 0.98 in.
4
≥ 1800 mm
≥ 70.87 in.
15 – 25 mm
0.59 in. – 0.98 in.
1
5
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≥ 300 mm
≥ 11.81 in.
1 2
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A
3
1
2
B< 5 mm (1.97 in.)
5 – 10 mm
C
1
4
(1.97 – 3.94 in.)
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t40 mm (1.57 in.)
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X32
X12 X13
X07
X15
X1X2
X22
X20 X17
X16
X15
X09
X30
X3
X6
2A Fuse
X4 X2
X32
wh
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+
)
bn
(–)
vt (bu)
S+ Optional
L
L
N
N
Interface RS232
gy (gn)
86
bn(–)
bn
bn
rd (+) rd (+)
12V DC Internal
rd (+)
rd (+)
bk (-)
bk (-)
bk
bk
NTC2
ye (wh) (+)
wh
rd (+) rd (+)
NTC1
20A rd
30 87
85
D+ (wh)
rd (+)
pk (bu) (+) bk (–)
bn (–) bn (–)
wh (ye) (+)
BAD C F
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BA
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C
F
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5
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bk bn bu rd pk vt wh
EN Black Brown Blue Red Pink Violet White
FR Noir Marron Bleu Rouge Rosa Violeta Blanc
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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.
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Table of contents
1 Explanation of symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
2 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
3 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
4 Installing the refrigerator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
5 Connecting the refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
1 Explanation of symbols
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A
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NOTE
You can find details on the operation in the manual.
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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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! Failure to obey these warnings could result in death
or serious injury.
Explosion hazard
• Never open the absorber unit. It is under high pressure and can cause
injury if it is opened.
•Only operate the device at the pressure shown on the type plate.
Only use pressure controllers with a fixed setting which comply with
the national regulations (in Europe EN 12864).
Fire hazard
• Ensure clean and residue-free handling if silicon sealant or similar is
used. There is a risk of fire if silicone filaments come into contact with
hot parts or naked flames.
• Never use a naked flame to check the device for leaks.
• Only use propane or butane gas (not natural gas).
Health hazard
• Do not operate the device if it is visibly damaged.
• If the AC power cable for this device 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.
Risk of asphyxiation
• Dismantle all device doors for the disposal of the old device and leave
the shelves in the device to prevent accidental enclosure and suffoca-
tion.
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!CAUTION! Failure to obey these cautions could result in minor or
moderate injury.
Electrical shock
• Before starting the device, ensure that the power supply line and the
plug are dry.
Risk of crushing
• Do not put your fingers into the hinge.
ANOTICE! Damage hazard
• Only hold the device at the body of the device during transport. Never
hold the device at the absorber unit, the cooling fins, the gas pipes,
the door or the control panel.
• Make sure that the device circuit is not damaged during
transportation. The refrigerant in the device circuit is highly
flammable.
In the event of any damage to the device circuit (smell of ammonia):
– Switch off the device if applicable.
– Avoid naked flames and sparks.
– Air the room well.
• Do not install the device near naked flames or other heat sources (heat-
ers, 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.
• 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.
• Only use the AC connection cable supplied to connect the device to
the AC mains.
• Only use cables with a suitable size.
• Never pull the plug out of the socket by the connection cable.
• The device may not be exposed to rain.
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3Accessories
4 Installing the refrigerator
You find the instructions manual for changing the door stop and the decorative
plate online at:
“dometic.com/manuals”.
The device is suitable for installation in:
• caravans
• motor homes
The refrigerators outlined herein have been design certified by the CSA under the
current edition of ANSI Refrigerator Standard for installation in a mobile home or
recreational vehicle. The certifications are, however, contingent on the installation
being made in accordance with the following instructions as applicable.
In the USA, the installation must conform with:
• National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 – (current edition)
• Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280
• Recreational Vehicles ANSI A119.2 – (current edition)
In Canada, the installation must conform with:
• Current CSA B 149.1 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code
• Current CSA Standard Z 240.4 GAS-EQUIPPED RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
AND MOBILE-HOUSING
• Any applicable local code
Description
Seal for draft-proof installation for gaps of 1 – 5 mm (0.04 – 0.2 in.) (fig. 7B, page 6)
Seal for draft-proof installation for gaps of 5 – 10 mm (0.2 – 0.39 in.) (fig. 7C, page 6)
Winter cover LS300 for the ventilation grill
Optional Battery Pack R10-BP for stand-alone gas operation
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4.1 Preparing the installation
A
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 so that
– it is easily accessible for service work
– easy to de-install and install
– can be easily removed from the vehicle
• The refrigerator must be installed in a recess so that it stands firm when the vehicle
is in motion. Note the dimensions in fig. 1, page 2 for this purpose.
• The outer wall must be fitted with an air inlet vent (fig. 21, page 3) and an outlet
vent (fig. 22, page 3) with ventilation grills so that the heat generated can be
easily released to the outside:
– Air inlet vent: Fit ventilation grill as flush as possible with the base of the
installation niche.
– Outlet vent: fit as far above the refrigerator as possible.
– The distance between the air inlet and outlet vents must be at least 1250 mm
(49.21 in.) (fig. 3, page 3).
• Fit a heat conduction plate (fig. 31, page 3) above the refrigerator so that the
heat does not accumulate in the vehicle.
• The distance between the refrigerator and the rear wall must be at least 15 mm
(0.59 in.) but no more than 25 mm (0.98 in.).
• A distance of more than 25 mm (0.98 in.) between the refrigerator and rear wall
leads to poor performance and increases the power consumption of the refriger-
ator. Reduce the space behind the refrigerator to create adequate air inlet and
outlet ventilation (fig. 4, page 4). Use a ventilation plate, for example, to do
this.
NOTICE!
• The refrigerator may not be installed in the rear of mobile homes with
the door pointing in the direction of travel.
• Use exclusively original Dometic ventilation grills to ensure safe
operation.
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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, page 4) 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 (70.87 in.) (fig. 5, page 4).
– If a roof air conditioner is provided, the distance between the roof vent
(fig. 61, page 5) and the air outlet of the roof air conditioner (fig. 62,
page 5) must be at least 300 mm (70.87 in.).
• 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.
• 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 refrigerator must be installed in a draft-proof location.
4.2 Installing the refrigerator in a draft-proof location
!
Gas-powered refrigerators in camper vans or mobile homes must be installed in a
draft-free location. This means that the combustion air is not extracted from the inte-
rior and the exhaust fumes are prevented from directly entering the living space.
A suitable seal must be fitted between the rear panel of the refrigerator and the
interior of the vehicle.
The manufacturer recommends using a flexible seal to ease removal and installation
for maintenance purposes.
WARNING! Fire hazard!
• Do not use flammable materials such as silicone sealants, foam or
similar 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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Select one of the three versions for draft-proof installation (fig. 7, page 6):
Stop bar behind the fridge (A)
➤Glue a flexible sealing lip (1) to a stop bar (2) behind the refrigerator (3).
➤Push the refrigerator combination against the stop bar with the flexible sealing
lips.
✓The space behind the refrigerator is sealed to the interior of the vehicle.
Side gap distance of up to 5 mm (0.2 in.) between refrigerator and
furniture (B)
➤Glue the sealing lips (see chapter “Accessories” on page 15) on the side of the
furniture (4).
➤Push the refrigerator combination against the flexible sealing lips on furniture.
✓The space behind the refrigerator is sealed to the interior of the vehicle.
Side gap distance of 5 mm to 10 mm (0.39 in.) between refrigerator and
furniture (C)
➤Glue the double lipped sealing (see chapter “Accessories” on page 15) on the
side of the furniture (4).
➤Push the refrigerator combination against the double lipped sealing on furniture.
✓The space behind the refrigerator is sealed to the interior of the vehicle.
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4.3 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 (9.8 in. x 19.29 in.).
When doing so, observe the information, see chapter “Preparing the installa-
tion” on page 16.
If the ventilation grill of the air inlet vent cannot be installed flush with the floor of the
niche, install an inlet vent in the floor. Any leaking gas can thus flow downwards.
➤Make an air inlet vent of at least Ø 40 mm (1.57 in.) in the floor (fig. 81, page 7)
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. 82, page 7).
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 16.
4.4 Installing the ventilation grill
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NOTE
• Deviations from the inlet and outlet variations shown here must be
approved by the manufacturer.
• At high ambient temperatures, the refrigerator can only provide its
maximum cooling capacity if the optimum ventilation has been pro-
vided.
NOTE
Use exclusively original Dometic ventilation grills to ensure safe
operation.
No. in
fig. 9, page 7 Description
1Slider
2 Ventilation grill
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➤Seal the installation frame to make the connection waterproof (fig. 0, page 8).
➤Insert the installation frame and screw it down tightly (fig. a, page 8). Use all the
fixing holes for this.
➤Insert the ventilation grill as shown (fig. b, page 8).
4.5 Installing condensation drain
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Install the condensation drain as follows:
Variant 1
➤Run the condensation hose from the refrigerator through an opening in the floor
which goes outside under the vehicle.
Variant 2
➤Attach the condensation hose directly to the fitting intended for it on the
ventilation grill (fig. 94, page 7).
4.6 Install the roof vent
➤Seal the installation frame to make the connection waterproof (fig. d, page 8).
3 Installation frame
4 Fastening for condensation drain
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.
No. in
fig. c, page 8 Description
1 Hood
2 Installation frame
No. in
fig. 9, page 7 Description
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