Norcold 2118 User manual

NORCOLD, Inc.
P.O. Box 4248
Sidney, OH 45365-4248
Part No. 636987A (8/29/2014)
English
Norcold Customer Support Dept.
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web Site: www.norcold.com
Installation and Owner’s Instructions
2118 Water Dispenser
This refrigerator is equipped with an optional water dispenser. The Installation Manual and the
Owner’s Manual do not include instructions about this option. Please use these instructions for the
Installation and the Operation of the water dispenser. Keep these instructions with the refrigerator
Installation Manual and Owner’s Manual for future use.

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Water Dispenser
The water dispenser is assembled to the refrigerators at the factory as optional equipment. If the refrigerator does not have a factory
installed water dispenser, one cannot be added to the refrigerator at a later time.
The water dispenser has a water reservoir that is built into the bottom of the refrigerator fresh food compartment. As water is
dispensed, the reservoir automatically rells with water. The reservoir allows the supply water to cool to the same temperature as the
inside of the refrigerator fresh food compartment.
Most vehicle manufacturers have a water lter installed in the plumbing system to remove odor, taste, chlorine, and sediment from the
water. If the vehicle does not already have a water lter installed, Norcold recommends that you install one before operating the water
dispenser. Contact your dealer.
The water dispenser operates only on demand and will operate in ambient temperatures as low as 0° F. To allow operation at
temperatures between 0° F and 32° F., the water dispenser has a heater on the solenoid water valves and on the water line between
the solenoid valves and the water dispenser.
At temperatures below 0° F, store the water dispenser as written in the “Water Dispenser Storage” section of these instructions.
The water line heater does not protect the water supply line from the vehicle shut off valve to the solenoid
valves on the back of the refrigerator.
Do not allow the temperature inside the refrigerator fresh food compartment to be less than 32° F. At this temperature, the water inside
the reservoir will freeze and damage the reservoir. If the vehicle is to shut down during cold weather, store the water dispenser as
written in the “Water Dispenser Storage” section of these instructions.
Owner’s Instructions
Table of Contents
Owner’s Instructions..............................................................................................................................................................................2
Water Dispenser ...................................................................................................................................................................................2
Water dispenser operation ................................................................................................................................................................3
Water dispenser shut off....................................................................................................................................................................4
Task light ...........................................................................................................................................................................................4
Drain grid and drip cup......................................................................................................................................................................4
Water dispenser cleaning and disinfecting........................................................................................................................................4
Water Dispenser Storage......................................................................................................................................................................5
Replacement Parts ...............................................................................................................................................................................6
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................................................................7
Installation Instructions.........................................................................................................................................................................8
Install the Water Dispenser Components (non-metal door models) .....................................................................................................8
Install the Water Dispenser Components (metal door models) ............................................................................................................8
Install Decorative Door Panels (non-metal door models) .....................................................................................................................9
Connect the Water Dispenser...............................................................................................................................................................9
Connect the water supply line .........................................................................................................................................................10
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The water dispenser operates on:
- 12 Volts DC.
- Potable water at a pressure of 15 psi - 125 psi.
Connect the water dispenser only to a potable water supply. The dispenser system does not make untreated
water potable.
The dispenser is made to operate with water. Do not connect the dispenser to any other beverage source.
The convenient features of the water dispenser are:
- one hand operation.
- a task light which comes on while the water dispenser is on.
- a drain grid and drip cup which are removable for easy cleaning.
- a message center, on non-metal door models) which provides a location for notes, reminders, etc.
Water dispenser operation:
First time operation:
The rst operation of the water dispenser removes the air from the water dispenser system.
1. Remove the label from the water dispenser.
Do not pull on the dispenser arm. If you accidently pull the dispenser arm off of the water dispenser, make sure the
coil spring is over the round stud of the water dispenser and press the dispenser arm onto the water dispenser until it
“snaps” into position.
2. Open the water shut off valve of the vehicle.
3. Hold a glass below the dispenser nozzle.
4. Push in and hold the dispenser arm [189] until the water ows out
in a steady stream and does not sputter (See Art01817).
This may take a minute for the built-in reservoir to ll
for the rst time and to eliminate the air from the sys-
tem. You should discard and not use the rst several
glasses of water from the dispenser. New plumbing
connections and/or impurities in the water supply line
from the rst use or after winterizing can cause the
rst glasses of water to be discolored or have an odd
avor.
5. Release the paddle to stop the water ow.
6. Remove the glass from below the dispenser nozzle.
Continued operation:
1. Allow the water in the dispenser to cool before using the dispenser.
- The cooling time will vary with the supply water temperature.
- A complete rell of the built-in reservoir will take longer.
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190
Art01817
CAUTION
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NOTICE
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2. Make sure that the air inside the refrigerator can freely circulate around
the water reservoir which is located at the bottom of the fresh food
compartment.
3. Hold a glass below the dispenser nozzle.
4. Push in and hold the dispenser arm to start the water ow.
5. Release the paddle to stop the water ow.
6. Remove the glass from below the dispenser nozzle.
Water dispenser shut off:
If the water dispenser does not shut off when you release the paddle:
- Push the refrigerator ON/OFF button to turn the refrigerator off.
- See the “Troubleshooting” section of these instructions to nd the cause
of the problem.
Task light:
The task light comes on whenever the water dispenser is on.
Drain grid and drip cup:
The drain grid and drip cup are located below the water dispenser arm.
To remove the drain grid [191], push down on the center of the rear
edge of the drain grid to raise up the front edge so you can grasp it
(See Art01818).
To remove the drip cup [192], grasp the handle area inside the drip
cup and lift it out of the well (See Art01819).
Water dispenser cleaning and disinfecting:
To clean the drain grid and the drip cup:
- Remove the drain grid and the drip cup from the well.
- Wash the water dispenser, the drain grid, and the drip cup with a
mild cleaner or a solution of liquid dish detergent and warm water.
- Rinse with clean water.
- Dry with clean cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, chemicals, or scouring pads because they can damage the nish of the parts.
- Put the drain grid and drip cup back in the original positions.
- Follow the instructions of the RV manufacturer to disinfect the drinking water supply of the vehicle.
Art01818
191
Art01819
192
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To prepare the water dispenser for seasonal storage (See Art02501):
Do not operate the water dispenser when
the ambient air temperature is 0° F. or lower.
Damage to the water solenoid valves and the
water supply line can occur.
1. Close the vehicle water supply valve to the refrigerator.
2. Remove the water supply line [43] from the water solenoid valve
[44].
3. Remove the water dispenser line from the water solenoid valve.
- Do not remove the foil heaters from around the water solenoid
valve and the water dispenser line
Drain the water dispenser. Failure to drain
the dispenser can cause damage to the
dispenser components and result in leaks.
4. Drain all of the water from the water supply line and the water dispenser line.
Make sure to use a large enough container to catch the water that drains from the dispenser water line. The water
dispenser contains almost a quart of water.
Water Dispenser Storage
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NOTICE
5. Put the ends of the water lines and the water solenoid valve each into a clean plastic bag.
6. Use tape to close each plastic bag around the water lines and the water solenoid valve.
To use the water dispenser after seasonal storage:
1. Remove the tape and plastic bags from the end of the water lines and the water solenoid valve.
2. Connect the dispenser water line to the water solenoid valve.
3. Connect the water supply line to the water solenoid valve.
4. Open the vehicle water supply valve to the refrigerator.
5. Push and hold the dispenser arm until the water comes out in a steady stream and does not sputter.
You should discard and not use the rst several glasses of water from the water dispenser.
NOTICE
Replacement Parts
You may purchase replacement parts through your local RV dealer or authorized Norcold Service Center.
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43
ART02501