Dometic RM7030 Manual

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INSTALLATION &
OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
MODEL RM7030
Automatic Energy Selector
REFRIGERATOR FOR LP/GAS
AND ELECTRIC OPERATION
RECORD THIS INFORMATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
BEFORE INSTALLING THE UNIT:
Model No. _______________ _____________________ Serial No.
Date Purchased __________ Place of Purchase ______________
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas supply at
main valve.
2. Openwindows.
3. Don't touch electrical
switches.
4. Extinguish any open flame.
5. 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
Improperinstallation,adjustment,
alteration, service or maintenance
can cause injury or property dam-
age. Refer to this manual. For assis-
tance or additional information
consult a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
AVIS
Cet appareil doit être réparé
seulement par un réparateur
autorisé. Modification de l'appareil
pourrait être extrèmement
dangeruse, et pourrait causer mal
ou mort.
USA
SERVICE OFFICE
The Dometic Corp.
509 So. Poplar St.
LaGrange, IN 46761
CANADA
Dometic Dist.
866 Langs Dr.
Cambridge, Ontario
CANADA N3H 2N7
INDEX Page
Installation.............................. 2
Operating Instructions .......... 7
Ice Maker Oper Instru. ......... 13
Maint. & Service .................... 12
AUTOMATICENERGYSELECTOR
IMPORTANTINSTRUCTIONS
READCAREFULLY
FormNo. 3106367.000 1/95
TheDometicCorp.
LaGrange,IN46761
©1995TheDometicCorporation
REFRIGERATOR
MODEL
RM7030
Product No. 9218904

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SECTION A. INSTALLATION
2.VENTILATION
The installation shall be made in such a manner as to
separatethecombustionsystemfromthelivingspaceofthe
mobilehomeorrecreationalvehicle.Openingsforairsupply
orforventingofcombustionproductsshallhaveaminimum
dimension of not less than 1/4 inch.
Proper installation requires one fresh air intake and one
upper exhaust vent. The ventilation kits shown in this
instruction manual have been certified for use with the
refrigerator model listed in the Table. For "Certified Vent
System Kits" see Section B. The ventilation kits must be
installedandusedwithoutmodification.Anopeningtoward
theoutsideatfloorlevelintherefrigeratorcompartmentmust
beprovidedforventilationofheavier-than-airfuelgases.The
lowerventoftherecommendedkitsisprovidedwithproper
size openings. The flow of combustion and ventilation air
must not be obstructed.
NOTE: The upper vent should be
centered over the condenser coil
atthebackof the refrigerator.
FIG. 1
1.GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance is designed for storage of foods and
storage of frozen foods and making ice.
Therefrigeratorsoutlinedhereinhavebeendesigncertified
by A.G.A. under ANSI Z21.19 Refrigerator Standard for
installationinamobilehomeorrecreationalvehicleandare
approvedby the Canadian Gas Association.
Thecertificationsare,however,contingentontheinstal-
lationbeing madeinaccordance withthefollowing instruc-
tions as applicable.
In the U.S.A., the installation must conform with:
1. NationalFuelGasCodeANSIZ223.1-(latestedition)
2. ManufacturedHomeConstructionandSafetyStandard,
Title 24 CFR, Part 3280
3. RecreationalVehiclesANSIA119.2-(latestedition).
The unit must be electrically grounded in accordance with
the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70-(latest edition)
when installed if an external alternating current electrical
source is utilized.
4. Any applicable local code.
In Canada, the installation must conform with:
1. CurrentCGA B149Gas Installation Codes
2. CurrentCSAStandardZ240.4GAS-EQUIPPEDREC-
REATIONALVEHICLESANDMOBILEHOUSING
3. Any applicable local code
The unit must be electrically grounded in accordance with
the CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE C 22 Parts 1 and 2.
Thelower side vent is fitted with a panel whichprovidesan
adequate access opening for ready serviceability of the
burnerandcontrolmanifoldoftherefrigerator.Thisshouldbe
centeredon the back of the refrigerator.
3.CERTIFIED INSTALLATION
Certified installations require one roof vent and one lower
side vent.
For certified vent system kits, see Section B.
Forfurther information,contact your dealeror distributor.
4.METHOD OF INSTALLATION
Themethod ofinstallationis showninFIG. 1.Itis essential
thatallmaximumorminimumdimensionsarestrictlymain-
tainedastheperformanceoftherefrigeratorisdependenton
adequateflowofairovertherear of the refrigerator.

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5.VENTILATION HEIGHTS
Refer to FIG 1., Page 2
Installation with roof Minimum Ventilation
vent and lower side vent heights in:
REFRIGERATOR INCHES MM
RM7030 65 1651
LOWERVENTCUTOUT
28-7/8"
13-3/4"
6.CLEARANCES
Minimumclearancesininchestocombustiblematerialsare:
G: Top 0"
K: Side 0"
L: Bottom 0"
M: Rear 1"
N: 65"
NOTE:Clearance"M"isbetweentherearmostpartofthe
refrigeratorandthewallbehindtherefrigerator.
NOTE:Clearance"N"isthedistancebetweenthebottom
of the lower vent to the roof material. For ventilation
height,referto SectionA.Installation,Item5.Ventilation
Heights . See FIG. 2.
FIG. 2
e
Refrigerator Overall Installation Recess
Model Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions
RM7030 Height Width Depth Height Width Depth Height Width Depth
ABChwd H W D
(Inches)58-3/4 33-1/2 23-5/8 57-1/8 32-3/8 22-5/8 57-3/8 32-7/8 23-5/8 1-1/8
(mm) 1492 850 600 1450 822 574 1258 544 612 29
Distance between
top of condenser
and top of refrigera-
tor e
3-1/2"
3-1/2"
FIG. 3
NOTE: RADIUSCANBE+1/4"–0"
HEIGHTAND WIDTH± 1/8"

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7. INSTALLING REFRIGERATOR IN
ENCLOSURE
NOTE:DONOT install the appliance directly on carpeting.
Carpetingmustberemovedorprotectedbyametalorwood
panelbeneaththeappliance,whichextendsatleastthefull
widthanddepth of the appliance.
FREEZER DRAIN HOLE: A 3/4" hole must be drilled
throughflooring"L"(FIG.2). TheinstallerMUSTmakesure
thatthehosedoesnotkinkwhenrunthroughthefloor.Seal
aroundthehosethatgoesthroughthedrilledhole. Ifalonger
hose than supplied is required to get the water to drain
outside of the vehicle, follow the additional instructions
shown below. Either option is acceptable.
OPTION A:
1. Remove black water check valve from hose.
2. Addadditionalhose.
3. Reinstall black water check valve.
OPTIONB:
1. Cut drain tube at location shown above.
2. Install new drain tube between pieces cut.
NOTE: Black water check valve must be reinstalled to
ensure proper freezer operation. Do not kink hose.
INSTALLATION: The refrigerator must be installed in a
substantialenclosureandmustbelevel.Wheninstallingthe
refrigerator in the enclosure, all areas within the recess in
which the refrigerator is installed must be sealed.
Make sure that there is a complete seal between the front
frameoftherefrigeratorandthetop,sidesandbottomofthe
enclosure. A length of sealing strip is applied to the rear
surface of the front frame for this purpose. Also apply a
sealingstriptotheforemostflooroftheenclosureandapply
a second sealing strip to the bottom of the trim strip on the
front base as shown in FIG. 4. The sealing should provide
acompleteisolationoftheappliance'scombustion system
from the vehicle interior.
NOTE: Becarefulnottodamagethesealingstripappliedto
theflooroftheenclosurewhentherefrigeratorisputinplace.
Therefrigeratorissecuredintheenclosurewithsixscrews
and they must be installed in the following order:
First Two Screws installed on front base;
Second Two Screws installed in the top frame;
Third Two Screws installed in the rear base.
Fourth-Therefrigeratorisprovided withalower frontstrip
(shipped as a loose part). The front strip is to be attached
after the refrigerator is set into the cutout opening and
secured with 3 screws (FIG. 5).
Failure to follow the sequence in securing refrigerator in
enclosurecancauseleakagebetweenthe frameandcabi-
net.The plastic caps aresnappedin the decoration stripto
cover the screw heads. Any space between the top and
sidesofthe refrigeratorand itsenclosuremustbeblocked.
Theheatproducedattherearoftherefrigeratorwillbecome
trapped in this space, making the top and sides of the
refrigeratorhotandreducetheefficiencyoftherefrigerator.
The dimensions shown in FIG. 3 will give you adequate
space for service and proper installation.
REAR VIEW OF RM7030
CHECKVALVE CUT
Sealing strip applied
to bottom of trim strip
Sealing strip placed on
front of compartment floor
FIG.4
1 st.
2 nd.
3 rd.
4 th.
FIG. 5
8.GAS CONNECTION
Hookuptothegassupplylineisaccomplishedatthemanual
gas shutoff valve, which is furnished with a 3/8" SAE (UNF
5/8"–18)maleflareconnection.Aback-upwrenchmustbe
used when tightening the gas supply line. All completed
connections should be checked for leaks with a noncorro-
sive leak detector. (See FIG. 6 – Gas Shut-Off Valve may
haveadifferentorientation thanshown).
WARNING
DO NOT USE A FLAME
TOCHECKFOR GAS LEAKS.

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E. Remove cover (see FIG. 6) and open the manual gas
valve.Applyanoncorrosivecommercialbubblesolution
to burner jet (see FIG. 6).
F. Nobubblesshouldappearattheopeningoftheburnerjet.
Thepresenceofbubblesindicatesadefectivegassafety
shutoff, and service is required.
G. If no bubbles were present at the burner jet, the gas
safety valve is working properly. Rinse jet thoroughly
with fresh water before proceeding. Be careful not to
damage burner jet. Replace cover and turn the main
switch OFF and back ON. (See " Section C. Operation
Instructions,Item2.ControlPanel ").Normaloperationof
theburnershouldreturn.Allowtheburnertooperatefor
a minimum of 5 minutes.
WARNING
DO NOT use a flame to check for leaks.
10. 120 VOLT AC ELECTRICAL
CONNECTION
Therefrigeratorisequippedwithathree-prong (grounded)
plug for protection against shock hazards, and should be
pluggeddirectlyintoaproperlygroundedthree-prongrecep-
tacle.DONOTcutorremovethegroundingprongfromthis
Heaters
Protection
Cover
Flue Baffle
Burner Jet
Manual Gas
Shutoff Valve
12 Volt
Terminal
Block
Power Module
Cover
Drain Water Hos
e
Flexible Cord
FIG.6
When testing the gas supply system at test pressures in
excessof1/2psig,therefrigeratoranditsindividualshutoff
valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping
system.
Whentestingthegassupplysystematpressureslessthan
orequalto1/2psig,theappliancemustbeisolatedfromthe
gas supply piping by closing its individual manual shutoff
valve.
Incasedetailedinstructionsontheinstallationandconnec-
tion to the gas supply are required, contact your dealer or
distributor.
9.TESTING LP GAS SAFETY
SHUTOFF
Thegas safety shutoff must be tested after the refrigerator
is connected to LP gas supply.
Totestthegassafetyshutoff,proceedasfollows:
A. Start the refrigerator according to the instructions, and
switchtogasmode.See" SectionC.OperationInstruc-
tions ."
B. Checkthatthegasflameislitandthegasmodeindicator
lamp (C) is on. See FIG. 9.
C. Close the manual shutoff valve at the back of the
refrigerator. (SeeFIG. 6)
D. Waitforoneminute.Thecheckindicatorlamp(D)should
nowbelitandthegasmodeindicatorlampshouldbeoff.
Thegas supply system must incorporateapressure regu-
latortomaintainasupplypressureofnotmorethan13-1/2
inches water column, (static) no load.
PRESSURE
REGULATOR
LP GAS
CYLINDER
TO
REFRIGERATOR

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plug. The free length of the cord is 2 feet and therefore
recommendedthatthereceptaclebelocatedtotherightside
oftherefrigerator(viewedfromtherear)andapproximately
6inchesfromthefloor(seeFIG.7).Thisallowseasyaccess
through the vent door. The cord should be routed to avoid
directcontactwiththeburnercover,fluecoveroranyother
componentsthatcoulddamagethecord insulation.
11. 12 VOLT DC CONNECTION
This refrigerator model is not designed for 12 volt DC
operationof the cooling system; however, 12 volt DC must
besuppliedtotherefrigeratortooperate the controls. Use
a minimum of a 14 gauge wire between the battery and
refrigeratortosupplythecontrolvoltage. Theconnectionis
made to the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of the
terminalblockonbackofrefrigerator (See FIG. 6). The 12
voltDCsupplycircuitmustbefused,andthemaximumfuse
size is 5 amps.
DO NOT use the body or chassis of the vehicle as a
substitute for either of the two conductors. Do not connect
anyother electricalequipment oflightingto therefrigerator
circuit. CAUTION
The12voltDCcontrolcircuitmustbeconnecteddirectly
to a battery. Connecting the control circuit to an
unregulatedconvertercanresultinimproperoperation
oftherefrigerator.
12.INSTRUCTION FOR
MOUNTING DOOR PANEL
Therefrigeratorisnormallydeliveredwithoutthedoorpan-
els.Beforestartingthemountingwork,checkthatthepanel
dimensionsareincompliancewiththosegivenintheTable
on Page 7 and the instructions are read thoroughly. When
mounting the panel, proceed as follows. (See FIG. 8).
NOTE: If raised door panels are going to be used, be
1
112
1
1
6
4
3
5
1
FIG. 8
suretheconsumercanproperlyoperatethedoorhandles.
REFRIGERATORDOOR:
A. On new refrigerators, the decoration strips are taped
insidethedoor.Ifinstalledonthedoor,removethedoor
decoration strip (2) by removing its two screws (1).
B. Insert one vertical edge into the groove of the door
frame(3).
C. Bendthepanelgentlysothatthefreesideofthepanel
canbeslippedintothecorrespondinggrooveofthedoor
frame (4). Slide the panel down into the groove of the
bottomframe(5).
D. Between the upper edge of the panel and door frame
thereisagapwhichshouldbecoveredbythedecora-
tion strip.
E. Putthedecorationstripacrossthedoorsothatthegap
iscoveredandpushitupward(6).Thetabsontheinside
ofthestripshouldfitbehindtheflangeofthedoorframe.
Secure the decoration strip with the two screws re-
moved in Step A.
FREEZERDOORONLY:
Iftheaboveinstructionswillnotworkonfreezerdoor,usethe
followinginstructions:
A. Remove two screws under control panel (one on each
sidenear thehinges).
B. Removefreezerdoorhingepin.
C. Removefreezerdoor.
D. Remove two screws in BOTTOM of freezer door.
E. RemoveBOTTOM strip of freezer door.
FIG. 7

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F. SlidedoorpanelintoBOTTOMoffreezerdoor,making
sure it slides into top groove.
Reverse Steps A through E to replace door.
Install decoration strip (FIG. 8, Step 2).
NOTE: Donotovertightenscrews.
Refr. Model HEIGHT WIDTH
RM7030 MAX. MIN. MAX. MIN.
Frozen Food 54-23/32 54-19/32 10-13/16 10-11/16
Comp. (1390) (1387) (275) (272)
Fresh Food 54-23/32 54-19/32 17-3/16 17-1/16
Comp. (1390) (1387) (437) (434)
PANEL DIMENSIONS
MAX. THICKNESS 5/32" (4 mm)
13. ICE MAKER, FACTORY
INSTALLED (If so Equipped)
See Section E. Page 13, ICE MAKER INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION B. CERTIFIED VENT SYSTEM KITS
REFRIGERATOR KIT
MODEL NO. COMPONENTS PART NO.
RM7030 5A ROOF BASE 3103633.XXX *
ROOF COVER 3103634.XXX *
LOWER SIDE VENT 3103847.004
POWER VENT POWER VENT ASM. 3104131.002 **
(Island/throughfloor) ROOF BASE 3103633.XXX*
ROOF COVER 3103634.XXX*
* Fill in "XXX" with color code numbers. For color codes, contact your supplier.
** Alternate instructions forwarded with the Vent Kit for island installations.
SECTION C. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
liquidammoniawillaccumulateinsectionsoftheevaporator
tubing.Thiswillslowthecirculationofhydrogenandammo-
nia gas, or in severe cases, completely block it, resulting in
a loss of cooling.
Any time the vehicle is parked for several hours with the
refrigerator operating, the vehicle should be leveled to pre-
ventthislossofcooling.Thevehicleneedstobeleveledonly
so it is comfortable to live in (no noticeable sloping of floors
orwalls).
Whenthevehicleismoving,thelevelingisnotcriticalasthe
rolling and pitching motion of the vehicle will pass to either
sideoflevel,keepingtheliquidammoniafromaccumulating
intheevaporatortubing.
1.IMPORTANCE OF LEVELING A
REFRIGERATOR
Inanabsorptionrefrigeratorsystem,ammoniaisliquefiedin
the finned condenser coil at the top of the refrigerator. The
liquid ammonia then flows into the evaporator (inside the
freezer section) and is exposed to a circulating flow of
hydrogen gas, which causes the ammonia to evaporate,
creating a cold condition in the freezer.
Thetubingintheevaporatorsectionisspecificallyslopedto
provide a continuous movement of liquid ammonia down-
ward by gravity through this section. If the refrigerator is
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2.CONTROL PANEL
LEGEND 2-WAY AES MODEL
1. MainPowerButtonON/OFF
2. AES Mode Selector Button
3. TemperatureSelectorButton
A. ACModeIndicatorLamp
B. AES Mode Indicator Lamp
C. GAS ModeIndicatorLamp
D. CHECKIndicatorLamp
(GASModeOnly)
E. TemperatureIndicatorLamps
F. ClimateControlSwitch
ON
OFF AC GAS
12COLD 1 2 3 4 5 COLDEST
3
C
F
FIG.9
B
ADE
CHECK
2-WAY AES DISPLAY PANEL
3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
A. A12 voltDCsupply must be available fortheelectronic
control to function.
B. Pressthemainpower ON/OFFbutton (1)to theDOWN
position.
C. PresstheTEMPERATURESELECTORBUTTON(3)2-
Way Model, until the lamp at the desired setting is
illuminated.
2-WAYAES DISPLAY PANEL
ON
OFF
AUTO
AC GAS
12
CHECK COLD 1 2 3 4 5 COLDEST
3
D
C
BEF
B
ACDE
D. AES MODE
1. Move the AES/GAS mode selector button (2) to the
DOWN position. (If 120 volts AC is available, the AC
mode indicator lamp (A) will illuminate indicating AC
operation.If120voltsACisnotavailable,theGASmode
indicatorlamp (C)willilluminate andthecontrol system
will automatically switch to GAS operation.
2. IftheCHECKindicatorlamp(D)illuminatesandtheGAS
modeindicatorlamp(C)isoff,thecontrolshavefailedto
ignitethe burner in the GAS mode. GAS operation may
beresetbypressingthemainpowerON/OFFbutton(1)
to the OFF then ON position. (See Step 2, under GAS
MODE).
3. PresstheTEMPERATURESELECTORbutton(3)until
the lamp at the desired position is illuminated.
4. When operating in the AES mode, the AES mode
indicatorlamp(B)willilluminate.Thecontrolsystemwill
automatically select between AC and GAS operation
withAChavingPriorityoverGAS.EithertheACindicator
lamp (A) or the GAS indicator lamp (C) will illuminate
dependingontheenergysourceselectedbythecontrol
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from"COLDEST"tothedesiredtemperaturesetting,usually
aboutmid-setting.
G. STANDBY MODE OF OPERATION
Thiscontrolsystemcontainsafeaturewhereitwillcontinue
to operate the cooling system in the event of a failure of a
majoroperatingcomponent.Twodifferentmodesofopera-
tion can occur in this category.
If for some reason the display module becomes nonfunc-
tional, the control system will revert to fully automatic
operation - selecting the best energy source available with
ACandGASpriority.Thetemperatureoftherefrigeratorwill
bemaintainedattheMIDpositionwithinnormaltemperature
tolerances. The power module will continually attempt to
reestablishoperation of the displaymodule.
Thesecondstandbymodeofoperationwillexecutewhena
failure of the temperature sensing device or associated
electronic circuitry occurs. If this should occur, the control
system will operate on the energy source selected via the
control panel. The cooling unit will run continuously on the
selected energy source. The refrigerator will continue to
operate in this mode indefinitely or until a new sensor is
installed and the system is reset.
H. TO SHUT OFF THE REFRIGERATOR
The refrigerator may be shut off while in any mode of
operationbypressingthemainpowerON/OFFbuttontothe
UP (OFF) position. This shuts off all DC power to the
refrigerator.
4. HOW TO USE THE REFRIGERATOR
A. FOOD STORAGE COMPARTMENT
The food storage compartment is completely closed and
unventilated,whichisnecessarytomaintaintherequiredlow
temperatureforfoodstorage; consequently,foodshavinga
strong odor or those that absorb odors easily should be
covered. Vegetables, salads, etc. should be covered to
retaintheircrispness. Thecoldestpositionsintherefrigera-
tor are under the cooling fins and at the bottom of the
refrigerator. The warmer areas are on the upper door
shelves. Thisshouldbe consideredwhenplacingdifferent
types of food in the refrigerator.
B. FROZEN FOOD STORAGE
COMPARTMENT
Quickfrozensoftfruitsandicecreamshouldbeplacedinthe
coldestpartofthecompartment,whichisonthetopfreezer
shelf. Frozen vegetables may be stored in any part of the
compartment.
Thiscompartmentisnotdesignedfordeeporquickfreezing
offood. Meatorfish,whetherraworprepared,canbestored
in the frozen food storage compartment provided they are
precooledfirstintherefrigerator. Theycanbestoredabout
three times longer in the frozen food compartment as
comparedto thefresh food compartment. Toprevent food
and it then becomes unavailable, the system will auto-
matically switch to GAS. As soon as AC becomes
availableagainthecontrolwillswitchbacktoACregard-
less of the status of GAS operation.
E. GAS MODE
1. Move the AES/GAS mode selector button (2) to the UP
position. The GAS mode indicator lamp (C) will illumi-
nate.After45secondstheburnershouldbeignitedand
operatingnormally.
2. Ontheinitialrefrigeratorstart-up,itmaytakelongerthan
45secondstoallowairtobepurgedfromthegasline.If
the gas does not ignite within 45 seconds the CHECK
indicator lamp (D) will illuminate and the GAS mode
indicatorlamp(C)willgooff.ToresetwhentheCHECK
indicator lamp (D) is illuminated, press the main power
ON/OFF button (1) to the OFF then ON position.
If the control is switched to AC operation while the
CHECKindicatorlampison,itwillfunctionproperly,but
the CHECK indicator lamp will not go off until the main
power ON/OFF button is pressed to the OFF then ON
position.
NOTE: Do not continue to reset GAS operation if the
CHECKindicatorlampcontinuestobeilluminatedafter
severaltries.IfrepeatedattemptsfailtostarttheLPgas
operation, check to make sure that the LP gas supply
tanksarenotemptyandallmanualshutoffvalvesinthe
lines are open. If the problem is still not corrected,
contact a service center for assistance.
3. PresstheTEMPERATURESELECTORbutton(3)until
the lamp at the desired position is illuminated.
Most LP gas appliances used in recreational ve-
hiclesareventedtotheoutsideofthevehicle.When
parkedclosetoagasolinepump,itispossiblethat
the gasoline fumes could enter this type of appli-
anceandignitefromtheburnerflame,CAUSINGA
FIRE OR AN EXPLOSION.
FORYOURSAFETY,whenrefueling,shutoffallLP
gas appliances which are vented to the outside.
Therefrigeratormustbe shut off duringrefueling.
Todothis,turnthemainpowerbutton(1)to"OFF".
Only after the vehicle has been moved away from
therefuelingareashouldthemainpowerbutton(1)
beturnedback"ON".
F. THERMOSTAT
Thethermostatontherefrigeratorcontrolsboththegasand
electric operation, thereby eliminating the necessity of
resetting each time a different energy source is employed.
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fromdryingout,keepitincovereddishes,containers,plastic
bagsor wrappedinaluminum foil.
C. ICE MAKING
Icecubes canbemade in theicetray placed inthe freezer
compartment.Thetrayshouldbefilled withwatertowithin
1/4" (5mm) from the top. For faster ice making, the tray
should be placed in direct contact with the freezer shelf.
Toreleasetheicecubes,seizethetraywithbothhandsand
twistthetray.Cubesnotrequiredshouldbereplacedinthe
tray. Refill the tray with water and replace the tray on the
freezershelf.
Ice will be made more rapidly if the thermostat is set at its
highestposition.Itisagoodideatodothisafewhoursbefore
the anticipated need for ice, but be sure to move the
thermostat back to normal setting, usually about mid-
setting,wheniceisformed.Foodinthelowercompartment
may be frozen if the setting is left on "COLDEST" position.
D. DEFROSTING
ShutofftherefrigeratorbypressingthemainpowerON/OFF
button to the UP (OFF) position. Empty the refrigerator,
leaving the drip tray under the finned evaporator, and the
cabinet and freezer door open. Defrosting time can be
reduced by filling the ice bucket with hot water and place it
in the freezer. CAUTION
DONOTuseahotairblower.Permanentdamagecould
resultfrom warping the metal or plastic parts. DO NOT
useaknifeoranicepick,orothersharptoolstoremove
frostfromthefreezershelf.Theycancreatealeakinthe
ammoniasystem.
Whenallfrostismelted,drytheinterioroftherefrigeratorand
freezerwithacleancloth.Replace allfoodandsetthermo-
stat to the COLDEST temperature setting for a few hours.
Thenreset the thermostat to the desired setting,usually at
mid-setting.
E. CLEANING
Cleaningtherefrigeratorisusuallydoneafteritisdefrosted
orputintostorage.Tocleantheinteriorlineroftherefrigera-
tor,uselukewarmweaksodasolution.Useonlywarmwater
to clean the finned evaporator, ice trays and shelves.
NEVER use strong chemicals or abrasives to clean these
parts as the protective surfaces will be damaged. It is
importantto always keep the refrigeratorclean.
F. SHUT-OFF (STORAGE PROCEDURE)
ShutofftherefrigeratorbypressingthemainpowerON/OFF
button to the UP (OFF) position.
Iftherefrigeratorwillnotbeinoperationforaperiodofweeks,
it should be emptied, defrosted, cleaned and the doors left
ajar.Theice tray should also be dried and kept outside the
cabinet.
MAINTENANCE:
NOTE:Thefollowingmaintenanceisrequiredonceortwice
a year, but should only be done by a qualified serviceman
who is familiar with LP gas systems and refrigerators.
A. The LP gas pressure should be checked and the main
regulatorreadjustedifpressureisincorrect.Thecorrect
operating pressure is 11 inches of water column. The
correct place to take the LP gas pressure is at the test
port just ahead of the burner jet. (See FIG. 10).
B. Inspectthefluebaffle.Itshouldbereasonablycleanand
free of soot. Heavy soot formation indicates improper
functioningoftheburner.Theflueandburnerbothrequire
cleaninginthefollowingmanner:
1) Unplug therefrigerator powercordfrom the120volt
AC outlet (see FIG. 7).
2) Disconnect or shut off the 12 volt power to the
refrigerator.
3) TurnmanualshutoffvalvetoOFF.(SeeFIG.7&10).
4) Removecoverfromtheburnerhousing.(SeeFIG.7).
5) Disconnectthewirefromthehighvoltageelectrode.
6) Removetheburnermountingscrewsandremovethe
burnerassembly.
7) Removethefluecapfromtopoffluetubeandliftout
thewireand spiralbaffle.Cleantheflue fromthetop
using a flue brush. Blowing compressed air into the
flue will not properly clean soot and scale out of the
flue tube. Replace spiral baffle and flue cap.
8) Cleanburnertubewithabrush.Blowoutburnerwith
compressedair.
9) Beforeremovingburnerjet,cleanburnerareaofsoot
andscalethatfelloutoffluetube.Removetheburner
jet.Soakthejetinwoodalcoholandallowittoairdry.
Reinstallandtightenburnerjet.
DO NOT use a wire or pin when cleaning the burner jet
asdamagecanoccurtotheprecisionopening.Thiscan
causedamagetotherefrigeratororcreateafirehazard.

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10) Reinstall burner, being careful that the end of the
burnerfitsintotheslotontheburnerbracket.Check
tomake sure slots are centeredunderthe flue tube
and the thermocouple is positioned properly (tip of
thermocoupleextendsovertwoslotsofburner).
11) Be sure to reconnect the wire to high voltage elec-
trode. Check the electrode for proper location and
gap. (See FIG. 11).
G. CLIMATE CONTROL
Duringthesummermonthsofhightemperaturesandhumid-
ity, the metal frame between the freezer and fresh food
compartmentsmayhavewaterdropletsforming.Thenum-
ber of water droplets will increase if the vehicle isn't air
conditionedduringthesemonths.
FIG. 10
GAS EQUIPMENT ASSEMBLY
Thisrefrigeratorcomesstandardwitha12volt(DC)climate
controlthatwillevaporatethewaterdropletswhentheyform.
Tohavethisclimatecontrolon,youpositiontheswitch(See
"F", Fig.9) locatedbehindfreezer door onthepanel under
the freezer to ON. The climate control can be left on
continuouslyor onlyused whentemperaturesrequire it.
NOTE: The climate control will draw 12 volts DC power
continuously when in the ON position. It should be turned
OFF when a charging source is not available.
Most LP gas appliances used in recreational ve-
hiclesareventedtotheoutsideofthevehicle.When
parkedclosetoagasolinepump,itispossiblethat
the gasoline fumes could enter this type of appli-
anceandignitefromtheburnerflame,CAUSINGA
FIRE OR AN EXPLOSION.
FORYOURSAFETY,whenrefueling,shutoffallLP
gas appliances which are vented to the outside.
BURNER T UBE BURNER JET
SPARK
ELECTRODE
THERMOCOUPLE
BURNER MOUNT ING SCREW S
PRESSURE T EST P ORT
SOLENOID VA LVE
MANUAL SHUT -OFF VA LVE
INLET F ITTING
CLEAR BLUE
COLOR OF FLAME
12) Turn on manual gas shutoff valve and check all
fittings for leaks.
ELECTRODE
BURNER TUB
1/8" TO 3/16"
(3-5 mm)
13) Connect 120 volt power cord to the outlet and
reconnect or turn on the 12 volt DC power.
14) Check LPgas safetyshutoff.See SectionA.Instal-
lation, Item 9. Testing LP Gas Safety Shutoff .
FIG. 11

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1. REFRIGERATOR REMOVAL
Beforeworkingontherefrigerator,makesuretheACvoltage
and DC voltage leads are disconnected. Shut off the gas
supply.Disconnectthegassupplyline.Capthegassupply
line, loosen the screws anchoring the refrigerator to the
enclosureandslidetherefrigeratoroutofthecompartment.
Replacement is the reverse of removal. Check all connec-
tions for gas leaks. Refer to Section A, Item 1 to 13 of
Installation Instructions .
2. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
TokeepyourDometicrefrigeratoroperatingefficiently and
safely, periodic inspection and cleaning of several compo-
nents once or twice a year is recommended.
A. It is important to keep the area at the back of the
refrigeratorclean.Checkthelowervent,upperventand
areabetweentheseopeningsforanyobstructionssuch
asbird/insectnests,spiderwebs,etc.Cleanthecoilson
the back of the refrigerator. Use a soft bristled brush to
dust off the coils.
It is important to keep the refrigerator area free from
combustible material, gasoline and other flammable
vapors or liquids.
NOTE: AVOIDSPRAYINGWATERTHROUGHTHERE-
FRIGERATORVENTSWHILEWASHINGYOURRV.
B. CheckallconnectionsintheLPgassystem(attheback
oftherefrigerator)forgasleaks.TheLPgassupplymust
beturnedon.Applyanoncorrosivebubblesolutiontoall
LP gas connections. The appearance of bubbles indi-
cates a leak and should be repaired immediately by a
QUALIFIED SERVICEMAN WHO IS FAMILIAR WITH
LP GAS SYSTEMS AND REFRIGERATORS.
DO NOT USE A FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS.
C. Check the AES control system by connecting/discon-
necting 120 volt AC power, start/stop the engine, etc.
Compare the operation with the operation described in
Section C. Operation Instructions .
F. FUSES
The2-wayAESmodelisequippedwith2fuses,oneforthe
refrigerator control system and one for the AC cartridge
heater.(SeeTablebelow).
To replace fuse(s) proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect the wall plug, and the 12 volt wires.
2. Remove the power module cover. See FIG. 6.
3. Snap the fuse out of the fuse holder.
4. Fit a new fuse in to the fuse holder.
5. Replacethepowermodulecover.
ControlSystem 3-amp
ACHeater 5-amp
3.TROUBLESHOOTING
Refrigerator Does Not Cool Properly
A. Burnerjetclogged.
Clean. See Section D. Maintenance & Service, Item 1.
PeriodicMaintenance,Paragraph E. Item 19 .
B. Checklevelofrefrigerator.
C. Ventingproblem.
Restriction in air flow across cooling unit.
D. Heavy frost buildup on evaporator fins.
Defrost.
E. Flue baffle not inserted properly in flue tube.
F. Improperly setthermostat.
See Section C. Operating Instructions, Item 4.
ParagraphF .
G. Burnerdirty.
Clean. See Section D. Maintenance & Service, Item 1.
PeriodicMaintenance,ParagraphE.8 .
H. LP gas pressure low atburner.
Setmain regulator so pressure does not drop below 11
inches water column at pressure tap.
I. Burnernotlocatedproperlyunderfluetube.
Relocate.
J. Burnerdamaged.
Replace.
K. Odorsandfumes.
1. Dislocatedburner
2. Damagedburner
3. Dirty flue tube
L. FUSES
1. RefrigeratorACSupply
2. RefrigeratorDCSupply
3. Control system. See Section D. Maintenance &
Service, Item 2. Paragraph F .
Contact an authorized service center for parts
and repairs as needed.
SECTION D. MAINTENANCE & SERVICE
TIPS FOR THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN
The User should be aware of service that must be done on a regular schedule to keep the refrigerator
operating properly. The service should only be performed by a qualified technician.

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CONTAINERDURINGTHEFIRSTCYCLE.
The first few cycles may have small cubes due to air
trapped in the water lines. The first container of ice
cubesshould bedumped ifthe water system has been
winterized or not used for several weeks.
4. HOW TO ADJUST SIZE OF ICE CUBES
If the ice maker has run through several cycles and the
cubes are to small or sticking together, adjustments is
necessary on the amount of water entering the mold. To
adjust the amount of water entering the mold, remove the
protective cover from the ice maker mechanism (See FIG.
13).
To increase the size of the cubes turn the adjusting screw
counterclockwise. To decrease the size of the ice cubes,
turn the adjusting screw clockwise.
CAUTION: DONOTturnthescrewmorethanoneturnata
time. The ice maker should be allowed to cycle several
timesbeforeanotheradjustmentismade. Besuretoreplace
protective cover on the cycle after adjustments have been
made.
SECTION E. ICE MAKER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. WATERCONNECTION
Thewatersupplysystemmusthaveaminimumpressureof
15 psig and maximum pressure of 100 PSI. A water line 1/
4inchindiametershallbeusedtothewatervalveconnection
at the rear of the refrigerator. The water line must have a
manual shutoff valve placed where it is easily accessible,
and connected to only the cold water supply.
2. 120VOLTACELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Theicemakerisequippedwithathree-prong(grounded)plug
forprotectionagainstshockhazards,andshouldbeplugged
directlyintoaproperlygroundedthree-prongreceptacle.DO
NOTcutorremovethegroundingprongfromthisplug. The
freelengthofthecordis2feetandthereforerecommended
that the receptacle be located to the right side of the
refrigerator (viewed from the rear) and approximately 6
inches from the floor. This allows easy access through the
ventdoor.Thecordshouldberoutedtoavoiddirectcontact
with the burner cover, flue cover or any other components
that could damage the cord insulation.
3. HOW TO OPERATE THE ICE MAKER
Therefrigeratormustbeallowedtoprecoolproperlybefore
startingtheicemaker.Therefrigeratorhastobeconnected
to120voltsACbeforetheicemakercanoperate.Thewater
line manual shutoff valve must be open. To start the ice
making, move the ice level bail arm to down position, see
FIG. 12. To shut off the ice making, move the ice level bail
arm to fully up position, see FIG. 12.
Whentheicemakerthermostatsensesthepresettempera-
tureforejectionoftheicecubes,thefingerswillstarttorotate
dumping any ice cubes and filling the mold with water.
When storage container is full of ice, the ice level bail arm
can not return to the down position. This will stop further
production of ice until the container is emptied and the bail
arm is return to the start position.
The absorption system will keep the compartment at the
propertemperatureforstorageofice.Icemakingisacceler-
ated if the temperature is set to the coldest position. It is a
goodideatodothisafewhoursbeforeananticipatedneed
for ice.
NOTE: IFTHEICEMAKERWASCLEANEDANDDRAINED,
NOICECUBESWILLBEDUMPEDINTOTHESTORAGE
Allinstallations, adjustments andrepairof
the Ice Maker must be done by a qualified
technician.
Ice level
bail arm
Down
Position
FIG.12
FIG. 13
5. If you plan to put the RV into winter storage or continue
its use in temperatures below 32°F/0°C without the use of
heatstrip/tape(ontherefrigeratorwatersolenoidvalveand
its outlet tube), the ice maker should be drained to prevent
componentdamageandleaks.
CAUTION: The heat strip/tape must be approved for
use on polyethylene tubing rated at 100 PSI max. at
70°F.,maximumtemperature125°F.
Follow these steps:
1. Shut off water supply valve to ice maker.
2. Place a shallow pan under water solenoid valve.
3. Remove inlet fitting to ice maker water solenoid valve. Drain
water from the supply line.
4. Removetheplasticnutandwaterlinefromoutletsideofwater
solenoid valve. Drain water from the line.
5. Cycle ice maker several times while blowing compressed air
through water solenoid valve. Be sure all water is out of the
solenoid.
6. Reconnect and tighten lines on water solenoid valve. Leave
thewatersupplyturnedoffuntiltemperaturesareabove32°F/
0°C.
7. Dry out ice maker mold assembly with soft cloth. Place bail
arm in UP/OFF position.

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6. TROUBLESHOOTING
(Ice Maker Fails–Does Not Make Ice)
A. Check fuses or breaker supplying 120 volts AC to
refrigerator and check that RV is connected to power.
B. Check that ice level bail arm is in "down" position.
C. Check that the water line manual shutoff valve is
open.
D. Check that ice has not jammed the level bail arm.
FORPOSSIBLEALTERNATEMETHODSOFWINTERIZ-
ING,CONSULTTHEOWNER'SANDOPERATORMANUAL
FORTHERECREATIONALVEHICLEWATERSYSTEM.
WIRING
DIAGRAM
WIRING DIAGRAM FOR
ICE MAKER