Dometic RMDX 21 User manual

RMDX21, RMDX25
Absorber refrigerator
Operating manual
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REFRIGERATION
REFRIGERATORS
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RMDX21, RMDX25
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Please read this instruction manual carefully before 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.
Table of contents
1 Explanation of symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
2 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
3 Scope of delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
4 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
5 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
6 Technical description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
7 Using the refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
8 Cleaning and maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
9 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
10 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
11 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
12 Disposal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
13 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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Explanation of symbols RMDX21, RMDX25
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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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•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
unsupervised 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
propellants, 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
containers.
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 (smell of
ammonia):
– Switch off the refrigerator if applicable.
– 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 and lock the refrigerator door before beginning a journey.
•The refrigerator unit at the back of the refrigerator becomes 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, in the vegetable drawer 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 operation with DC power supply (battery mode) if the
vehicle engine is running and providing sufficient voltage to the light
system, or if you are using a battery monitor.
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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2.5 Safety when operating with gas
!WARNING!
•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.
•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 universal LPG gas.
3Scopeofdelivery
•Refrigerator
•Ice-cube tray
•Operating manual
•Installation manual
4Accessories
Accessories available from your local Dometic agent.
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5 Intended use
The refrigerator is designed for installation in caravans or motorhomes. It is only suit-
able 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 powered by liquid universal LPG gas. The refrigerator may not be run on
natural gas or city gas.
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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 liquefied universal LPG gas. For DC operation, the vehicle battery can
be used. The thermostatic control ensures that the refrigerator temperature is kept
constant and as little power as possible is consumed.
The refrigerator is equipped with an automatic safety device which automatically
terminates the gas supply to the burner approximately 30 seconds after the flame
goes out and remains out.
The RMDX21 refrigerator has manual power mode selection.
The RMDX25 refrigerator has an automatic operating mode which selects the most
economical power mode connected.
CAUTION! Health hazard!
Please check if the cooling capacity of the refrigerator is suitable for
storing the food you wish to cool.
NOTE
To safely operate 12 V 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 the con-
sumer unit to protect the battery. Ask your vehicle manufacturer for
more information.
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6.2 Components
No. in
fig. 1Description
1 Ice compartment
2 Top tray with flap
3 Bottom tray with bottle holder
4 Vegetable compartment
5 Type plate
6 Thawed water drainage channel
7 Secondary evaporator for refrigerator
8 Control elements
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3
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Inside the refrigerator, you can see the type plate of the refrigerator. There you can
see the model name, product number and serial number. You will need this
information whenever you contact the customer service or order spare parts:
No. in
fig. 2Description
1 Model number
2 Product number
3 Serial number
4 Electrical connection value
5 Gas pressure
6 Test mark/certification
BRUTTOINHALT
TOTAL CAP.
VOLUME BRUT
VERDAMPFERFACH
FREEZER COMP.
VOLUME COMPT BT
MADE IN GERMANY
MLCPROD. NO.MOD. NO.
TYPE
C 40/110
100 l
106 l
~ 230 – 240V / 135 W UNIVERSAL LPG
INJECTOR: 43
CE 0063 BL3214
ABSORBER NH
3
= 135 g
5375
NA
2
CrO
4
= 8,1 g
G30, G31 p = 30/37 mbar
p max = 35 bar
INLET: 2,75 (2,5 – 3,5) kPa TPP: 2,75 kPa
NGC: 0,82 MJ/h
12 V / 130 W
9 l
0 l
96 l
102 l
RM 850x 0092107xxxx 33500xxx
T
00
CLIMATE CLASS SKU
SER. NO.
00107597289
APPROVAL NO. SAA111752EA
ACN 086 366 305 Z660
NUTZINHALT
USEFUL CAP.
VOLUME NET
2
4
5
6
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6.3 Control elements
The control elements for the refrigerator are found behind the lower refrigerator
door. The refrigerator features the following illuminated control elements:
No. in
fig. 3Description
1 ON/OFF button
2 Operating with AC power supply
3 Gas operation
4 Operating with DC power supply
5 Automatic mode (RMDX25 only)
6 Setting the operating time of the freezer compartment
frame heater
7 Setting the temperature
8 Temperature indication
9 Malfunction indicator
Reset button for a gas malfunction
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
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There are two status LEDs (fig. 41) on the control panel below the lock for the
freezer compartment:
•Blue: The refrigerator is operating
•Red: Problem
7 Using the refrigerator
ANOTICE!
•Make sure that you only put items in the refrigerator which may be
kept at the selected temperature.
•Foodstuff may only be stored in its original packaging or in suitable
containers.
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7.1 Tips for using the refrigerator optimally
When the temperature in the interior of the refrigerator exceeds +4 °C, the shelf life
of goods that spoil quickly cannot be guaranteed. To attain an optimal cooling
capacity in the interior of the refrigerator, observe the following information:
•Do not store goods in the refrigerator for the first 12 hours of operation.
•Protect the interior of the vehicle from warming up excessively (e.g. sunshades in
the windows, air conditioner).
•Protect the refrigerator from direct sunlight (e.g. sunshades in the windows).
•Voltage fluctuations can have a negative effective on the cooling capacity. Check
the temperature in the interior of the refrigerator regularly
– when using DC current during the journey
– when using AC current at the site of use
NOTE
•Before starting your new refrigerator 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 (e.g. when the vehicle is exposed to
direct sunlight)
– the amount of food to be conserved
– how often you open the door
•When using the refrigerator for the first time, there may be a mild
odour which will disappear after a few hours. Air the living space
well.
•Park the vehicle so that it is level, especially when starting up and
filling the refrigerator before setting off on a journey.
•The refrigerator unit operates silently.
•Approximately one hour after switching on, the freezer compart-
ment of the refrigerator should be cold. The refrigerator reaches its
operating temperature after a few hours.
•Battery management systems switch off the power supply to the
refrigerator as soon as the vehicle engine is switched off for longer
than 30 minutes. The refrigerator requires a constant DC power
supply to operate. If your vehicle has a battery management system,
deactivate it.
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7.2 Energy saving tips
•Choose a well ventilated location which is protected from direct sunlight.
•Allow warm food to cool down first before keeping it cool in the refrigerator.
•Do not open the refrigerator more often than necessary.
•Do not leave the doors open for longer than necessary.
•Defrost your refrigerator as soon as a layer of ice forms.
•Avoid unnecessarily low temperature settings.
•Arrange the food in the refrigerator so that air can circulate inside.
•Leave a distance of about 10 mm between the contents and secondary
evaporator.
7.3 Switching on the refrigerator
➤Make sure that the gas supply is turned on.
➤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
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➤Press the button.
NOTE
Only select operation with DC power supply (battery mode) if the
vehicle engine is running and providing sufficient voltage to the light
system, or if you are using a battery monitor.
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Gas operation
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➤Press the button.
✓The burner is ignited automatically.
Automatic operation (RMDX25 only)
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In automatic mode, the refrigerator selects the most favourable operating mode
available itself.
➤Press the button.
WARNING! Fire hazard!
Never operate the refrigerator with gas at petrol stations.
NOTE
•Periodical inspection of the burner is suggested to ensure
contamination / vermin does not impede the burners performance.
•Ignition problems may occur at altitudes above 1000 m. Switch to a
different energy source.
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.
•Ignition problems may occur at altitudes above 1000 m. Switch to a
different energy source.
Priority Operating mode
1 AC power
2 DC power
3Gas
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7.4 Opening the refrigerator door/freezer compartment
door
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➤Press the lock button and pull the door out at the same time.
Fixing the locking catch in place
When the vehicle is parked, you can fix the locking catch in place. This makes it easier
to open the door.
CAUTION!
Always close and lock the refrigerator before starting the journey.
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➤Push the bolt under the locking catch upwards until it clicks into place.
✓The door can be opened by pulling it without pressing the button.
Re-engaging the locking catch
➤Push the locking catch downwards.
✓The door can only be opened by pressing the lock button.
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7.5 Locking the refrigerator door/freezer compartment
door
➤Release the locking catch, if applicable (fig. 7, page 17).
➤Press the door shut until you hear it clearly click.
✓The door is now closed and locked for travelling.
7.6 Selecting the temperature
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➤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
At ambient temperatures of +15 °C – +25 °C, select the centre position
(three bars). The unit operates in the optimum power range.
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7.7 Notes on storing food
!
The refrigerator compartments are recommended for the following types of food:
CAUTION!
Only store heavy objects such as bottles or cans in the refrigerator door,
in the vegetable compartment or on the bottom shelf.
No. in
fig. 8Food
1 Frozen food
2 Dairy products, ready-made meals
3 Meat, fish, items for defrosting
4 Salad, vegetables, fruit
5 Eggs, butter
6 Dressing, ketchup, jam
7 Drinks in bottles or cartons
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7
1
2
3
4
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Please observe the following instructions for storing items:
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7.8 Switching off the refrigerator
Proceed as follows:
➤Press and hold the button for three seconds.
✓The display goes out and the refrigerator is switched off completely.
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➤Shut off the gas supply in the vehicle and the valve to the gas cylinder.
NOTE
•Do not keep carbonated drinks in the ice compartment.
•The ice compartment is suitable for making ice cubes and for
keeping frozen food short-term. It is not suitable for long-term food
storage.
•If the refrigerator is exposed to a room temperature of below +10 °C
for a prolonged period of time, an even temperature of the ice
compartment cannot be guaranteed. This can lead to a potential
increase in the freezer compartment temperature and stored goods
will defrost.
•Pack raw and cooked items separately.
•Observe the expiry date on the packaging.
•Do not leave refrigerated items outside the refrigerator for too long.
•Clean the inside of the refrigerator at regular intervals.
NOTE
If you do not use the refrigerator for a prolonged period of time:
•Unlock the locking mechanism of the door lock by pressing it
inwards and sliding it forwards (fig. 9). When the door is then
closed, there is a wide gap. This prevents mould from forming.
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