Dometic RM5385 User manual

RM5310, RM5330, RM5380, RM5385
Absorber refrigerator
Operating manual
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REFRIGERATION
5 SERIES
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RM53xx
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Please read this manual carefully before starting up and store it in a safe
place. If you pass on the device to another person, hand over this instruc-
tion manual along with it.
Table of contents
1 Explanation of symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
2 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
3 Scope of delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
4 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
5 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
6 Technical description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
7 Operating the refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
8 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
9 Cleaning and maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
10 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
11 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
12 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
13 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
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Explanation of symbols RM53xx
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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:
•Damage to the product resulting from mechanical influences and excess 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!
•Never open the absorber unit. It is under high pressure and can cause
injury if it is opened.
•Do not operate the refrigerator if it is visibly damaged.
•If the power cable for this refrigerator is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, customer service or a similarly qualified person in
order to prevent safety hazards.
•This refrigerator may only be repaired by qualified personnel.
Inadequate repairs may cause serious hazards.
WARNING!
Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction can cause fatal or
serious injury.
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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RM53xx Safety instructions
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•This refrigerator can be used by children aged 8 years or over, as well
as by persons with diminished physical, sensory or mental capacities
or a lack of experience and knowledge, providing they are supervised
or have been instructed how to use the refrigerator safely and are
aware of the resulting risks.
•Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by unsuper-
vised children.
•Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
refrigerator.
•Do not store any explosive substances, such as spray cans with propel-
lants, in the refrigerator.
!CAUTION!
•Danger of crushing! Do not put your fingers into the hinge.
•Food may only be stored in its original packaging or in suitable con-
tainers.
ANOTICE!
•Do not open the refrigerant circuit under any circumstances.
•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.
•Check that the voltage specification on the type plate is the same as
that of the power supply.
•The refrigerator is not suitable for storing substances which are caustic
or contain solvents.
•Keep the drainage outlet clean at all times.
•Do not use a high-pressure cleaner near the ventilation grille when
cleaning the vehicle.
•Never pull the plug out of the socket by the connection cable.
•The refrigerator lighting may only be replaced by customer service.
•The refrigerator may not be exposed to rain.
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2.2 Safe operation
!CAUTION!
•Close the refrigerator door before beginning a journey.
•The refrigerator unit at the back of the refrigerator gets very hot during
operation. Protect yourself from coming into contact with hot parts
when removing ventilation grilles.
•Only store heavy objects such as bottles or cans in the refrigerator
door or on the bottom shelf.
ANOTICE!
•Do not use electrical devices inside the refrigerator unless they are
recommended by the manufacturer for that purpose.
•Danger 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.
•Ensure that the ventilation openings are not covered.
•Do not fill the inner container with ice or fluid.
•Protect the refrigerator and the cable against heat and moisture.
•Make sure that foodstuffs do not touch the walls of the cooling area.
2.3 Safety when operating with DC power
ANOTICE!
•Only select DC operation (battery mode) if you are using a battery
monitor or if the alternator in your vehicle provides sufficient voltage.
2.4 Safety when operating with AC power
ANOTICE!
•Check that the voltage specification on the type plate is the same as
that of the power supply.
•Only use the cable supplied to connect the refrigerator to the
AC mains.
•Never pull the plug out of the socket by the connection cable.
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RM53xx Scope of delivery
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2.5 Safety when operating with gas
!WARNING!
•Only operate the refrigerator at the pressure shown on the type
plate. Use a DIN-DVGW-approved pressure regulator with a fixed
setting in accordance with DIN EN 12864.
•Never store liquid gas cylinders in unventilated areas or below
ground level (funnel shaped holes in the ground).
•Keep liquid gas cylinders away from direct sunlight. The temperature
may not exceed 50 °C.
•Never operate the refrigerator with gas
– at petrol stations
– while driving
– while transporting the caravan or mobile home with a transport
vehicle or tow truck
•Never use a naked flame to check the refrigerator for leaks.
•If you smell gas:
– Close the gas supply cock and the valve on the cylinder.
– Open all windows and leave the room.
– Do not press an electric switch.
– Put out any naked flames.
– Have the gas system checked by a specialist.
ANOTICE!
•Only use propane or butane gas (not natural gas).
3Scopeofdelivery
•Refrigerator
•Ice cube tray
•Operating manual
•Installation manual
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Accessories RM53xx
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4Accessories
Available as accessories (not included in the scope of delivery):
If you have questions regarding the accessories, please contact your local service
partner.
5 Intended use
The refrigerator is designed for installation in caravans or motorhomes. It is only
suitable for cooling, freezing and storing foodstuffs. The refrigerator is not intended
for the proper storage of medicine.
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The refrigerator is designed to be operated on a DC power supply and an AC socket
and can be independently powered by liquid gas (propane or butane). The refriger-
ator may not be run on natural gas or city gas. The RM5385 refrigerator also always
requires a permanent DC supply.
Description Ref. no.
Ventilation grille LS100
with exhaust gas routing and winter cover
white 9105900012
beige 9105900011
Ventilation grille LS200
without exhaust gas routing, with winter cover
white 9105900014
beige 9105900013
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 Technical description
6.1 Description
The refrigerator is an absorption refrigerator. The refrigerator is designed to operate
with different types of power and can be run on an AC power supply, a DC power
supply or with butane/propane gas. For DC operation, the vehicle battery or a solar
system built on the vehicle can be used. For AC and gas operation, the thermostatic
control ensures that the refrigerator temperature is kept constant and as little power
as possible is consumed.
The refrigerator has a locking mechanism to protect it during transport.
The refrigerator has a defrost water drain. The drain opening is located on the rear
panel of the refrigerator.
The refrigerator is equipped with an automatic pilot light which automatically
interrupts the gas supply after approx. 30 seconds if the flame goes out.
The RM5385 refrigerator has an automatic operating mode which selects the most
economical power mode connected.
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6.2 Components
No. in
fig. 1Description
1 Control elements
2 Freezer compartment
3 Downstream evaporator for cooling chamber
4 Condensate draining channel
5Shelves
6 Bottom section with bottle holder
7 Top section
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2
3
4
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Inside the refrigerator you will find the type plate of the refrigerator. You can read the
model name, product number and serial number there. You will require this
information whenever you contact customer service or when ordering spare parts:
No. in
fig. 2Description
1 Model number
2 Product number
3 Serial number
4 Electrical connection values
5 Gas pressure
BRUTTOINHALT
TOTAL CAP.
VOLUME BRUT
VERDAMPFERFACH
FREEZER COMP.
VOLUME COMPT BT
MADE IN GERMANY
MLCPROD. NO.MOD. NO.
TYPE
C 40/110 CLIMATE CLASS SKU
SER. NO.
00094200762
008515
NUTZINHALT
USEFUL CAP.
VOLUME NET
AP
10R – 047358
2
4
5
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6.3 Control elements
The RM5310, RM5330 and RM5380 refrigerators have the following control
elements:
No. in
fig. 3Description
1 Energy selection switch
2 Temperature controller
3 Battery ignition (gas)
4 Flame indicator
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The power selector (fig. 31, page 12) has the following setting options:
No. in
fig. 4Description
1OFF
2 Operating with AC power supply
3 Operating with DC power supply
4 Gas operation
RM5310, RM5330, RM5380
1
2
3
4
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The RM5385 refrigerator has the following illuminated control elements:
No. in
fig. 5Description
1 ON/OFF button
2 Operating with AC power supply
3 Gas operation
4 Operating with DC power supply
5 Automatic mode
6 Setting the temperature
7 Temperature indication
8 Malfunction indicator
Reset button for a gas malfunction
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7 Operating the refrigerator
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7.1 Energy saving tips
•Allow warm food to cool down first before storing it.
•Do not open the refrigerator more often than necessary.
•Do not leave the door open for longer than necessary.
•Arrange the food so that air can circulate in the refrigerator.
7.2 Switching on the refrigerator (RM5310, RM5330,
RM5380)
Operating with AC power supply
➤Switch the refrigerator on by turning the power selection button to the
position.
NOTICE!
•Make sure that you only put items in the refrigerator which may be
kept at the selected temperature.
•Food may only be stored in its original packaging or in suitable
containers.
NOTE
•Before using your new device for the first time, you should clean it
inside and outside with a damp cloth for hygienic reasons.
•The cooling performance can be affected by:
– The ambient temperature
– The amount of food to be conserved
– The frequency with which the door is opened
– The outside temperature
– The ventilation
•When the device is first used, an odour may develop that will
dissipate after a few hours. Air the living area thoroughly.
•Park the vehicle in a horizontal position, particularly when starting up
and filling the refrigerator before beginning a trip.
•The refrigerator cooling unit is noiseless.
•Around one hour after being switched on, the deep freeze
compartment of the refrigerators should get cold. The refrigerator
will reach its operating temperature after a few hours.
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Operating with DC power supply
➤Switch the refrigerator on by turning the power selection button to the
position.
Gas operation (fig. 6)
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➤Make sure that the gas supply is turned on.
➤Turn the power selector switch to the position.
➤Turn the temperature control to the maximum level (A).
➤Press in the temperature regulator and hold it down.
➤Press in the battery igniter as well and hold it down (B).
✓The burner is ignited automatically. The needle of the pilot light moves to the
green zone once the burner has ignited (C).
➤Press and hold down the temperature regulator for another 15 seconds.
WARNING! Fire hazard!
Never operate the refrigerator with gas at petrol stations.
NOTE
When operating with LPG, the burner must be cleaned frequently
(two or three times a year).
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7.3 Switching on the refrigerator (RM5385)
➤Press and hold the button for two seconds.
✓The refrigerator starts with the last type of power selected.
Operating with AC power supply
➤Press the button.
Operating with DC power supply
➤Press the button.
Gas operation
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➤Press the button.
✓The burner is ignited automatically.
WARNING! Fire hazard!
Never operate the refrigerator with gas at petrol stations.
NOTE
When operating with LPG, the burner must be cleaned frequently
(two or three times a year).
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7.4 Automatic operation
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In automatic mode, the refrigerator selects the most favourable operating mode
available itself.
➤Press the button.
NOTE
•To avoid unintentionally switching to gas operation while refuelling,
the automatic mode starts the gas operation only once the engine
has been off for 15 minutes.
•Turn off the refrigerator or set it to a different operation mode, if
refuelling lasts longer than 15 minutes.
Priority Operating Mode
1 Solar (DC power)
2 AC power
3 DC power
4Gas
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7.5 Selecting the temperature
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➤RM5310/RM5330/RM5380: Set the required temperature using the
temperature regulator (fig. 32, page 12):
– Narrow bar = lowest cooling capacity
– Wider bar = highest cooling capacity
➤RM5385: Set the required temperature with the button. You can see the set
temperature in the display :
– One bar = lowest cooling capacity
– Five bars = highest cooling capacity
NOTE
•For ambient temperatures of +15 °C – +25 °C, select the medium
setting (fig. 71). The cooling unit operates in the optimum power
range.
•RM5310, RM5330, RM5380 only: In DC power mode, the
refrigerator works without thermostatic control (permanent
operation).
RM5310, RM5330,
RM5380
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7.6 Information on storing food
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The refrigerator shelves are recommended for the following foods:
CAUTION!
Only store heavy objects such as bottles or cans in the refrigerator door
or on the bottom shelf.
No. in
fig. 8Food
1 Frozen foods
2 Store dairy products and pre-prepared meals in this
compartment only.
3 Meat, fish, food to be defrosted
4 Lettuce, vegetables, fruit
5 Eggs, butter
6 Drinks in bottles or cartons
7 Dressings, ketchup, jams
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