Thetford N3000-A series User manual

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Pogosta vprašanja
Kaj lahko storim, ko se hladilnik noče zagnati? Preverite,
če ste ga vklopili v skladu z navodili, če je vozilo izravnano
in če je na voljo vir napajanja za zagon hladilnika. Če ni
vzrok napake nič od naštetega, kontaktirajte Thetfordov
servisni center.
Hladilnik ne hladi dovolj, kaj lahko storim? Preverite,
če niso zračne odprtine zaprte ali ovirane na zunanji
strani, če hladilnik stoji na ravnem, če je izbrana najvišja
stopnja hlajenja, če se vrata hladilnika še vedno pravilno
zapirajo ali če ni preveč ledu na hladilnih rebrih. Če ni
vzrok napake nič od naštetega, kontaktirajte Thetfordov
servisni center.
Vse lučke na kontrolni plošči utripajo, kaj naj storim?
Prosimo, kontaktirajte svojega prodajalca ali Thetfordov
servisni center.
Pravkar sem zamenjal baterije, simbol »prazna baterije«
pa že utripa. Kaj je narobe? Preverite, če ste uporabili
samo nove 1,5-voltne baterije AA/LR6. Baterije, ki jih je
mogoče večkrat napolniti, tukaj ne delujejo.
Mojemu hladilniku ni priložen noben zimski pokrov, je to
pravilno? Zimski pokrov je dodatek za vaš hladilnik, ki ga
lahko kupite pri svojem prodajalcu.
Rezervni deli
Originalni Thetfordovi rezervni deli so na voljo prek
vašega prodajalca ali pooblaščenega Thetfordovega
servisnega centra.
17 Garancija
Thetford BV ponuja končnim uporabnikom svojih izdelkov
triletno garancijo. V primeru okvare znotraj tega obdobja
bo Thetford po presoji izdelek zamenjal ali popravil.
Stroške zamenjave in dela, vloženega v zamenjavo
okvarjenih delov, in/ali stroške delov samih bo v tem
primeru kril Thetford.
1. Za popravilo v garanciji mora uporabnik izdelek
predložiti svojemu prodajalcu ali pooblaščenemu
Thetfordovemu servisnemu centru
(www.thetford-europe.com). Tam bodo podali
mnenje o reklamaciji.
2. Deli, ki se jih zamenja med garancijskim popravilom,
postanejo last podjetja Thetford.
3. Ta garancija ne posega v trenutni zakon o
varstvu potrošnikov.
4. Garancija ne velja za izdelke za komercialne namene ali
za izdelke, ki se tako uporabljajo.
5. Garancijske zahteve ne bodo odobrene v naslednjih
primerih:
• nepravilna uporaba izdelka ali neupoštevanje navodil
za uporabo; • izdelek ni bil nameščen v skladu z navodili;
• izdelek je bil spremenjen; • izdelek je bil popravljan v
nepooblaščenem Thetfordovem servisnem centru;
• spremenjena je bila serijska številka oz. proizvodna
koda; • izdelek je bil poškodovan v okoliščinah, ki ne
ustrezajo njegovi običajni uporabi.
6. Garancija velja samo za hladilnike Thetford, ki so
vgrajeni v počitniške prikolice ali avtodome.
Thetford ne odgovarja za izgube in/ali poškodbe, ki so
nastale posredno ali neposredno z uporabo hladilnika.
Thetford ne odgovarja za tiskarske napake in si pridržuje pravico do
sprememb podatkov o izdelku brez obvestila.
1 Refrigerator door • 2 Freezer door • 3 Door lock • 4 Security lock (dependent on model) • 5Control
panel with LCD touchscreen • 5a On/off switch • 5b Touchscreen • 5c Symbols sources • 5d Cooling level
indicators• 5e Symbol ‘anti-condensation’ (only for model B) • 5f Error code • 6Freezer compartment
• 7 Ice cube tray • 8 Refrigerator compartment • 9 Cooling fins • 10 Storage shelves • 11 Vegetable bin
• 12 Serial label • 13 Door bins • 14 Bottle retainer
N3000-A series with touchscreen
Main parts
model B
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model A
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Control panel with touchscreen
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3 Switch on refrigerator
To switch on the
refrigerator, push the on/off
switch and hold it for
1 second, as illustrated.
A light in the on/off switch
will turn green.
After 10 seconds the settings will dim.
The green light indicates the refrigerator is still in
function.
To check the settings push the on/off switch.
The last selected settings will light up.
To secure optimal performance, level your
vehicle before operating the refrigerator.
For optimal performance, switch on the
refrigerator 8 hours before placing food.
We advise to clean the inside of the
refrigerator properly, before using your
refrigerator.
4 Selecting source
After switching on the
refrigerator, push the
source button several
times, as illustrated.
Push untill the desired
source is selected.
Sources
AAuto
The refrigerator automatically
select the best source available
(in order: mains, battery, gas)
230V The refrigerator is powered from
the mains.
12V The refrigerator is powered from
the battery of your vehicle.
Gas
The refrigerator is powered from
the gas connection of a gas
bottle.
Always use the gas connection or mains voltage
to start up and cool. Operating on 12V is only
effective while the engine of the vehicle is running.
If the ‘auto’ function on the refrigerator is
selected, but no source is available, a light in the
on/off switch blinks red.
The performance of the refrigerator,
when operating on 12V, is dependent on the
thickness and length of the wiring and the overall
installation of the vehicle.
When selecting gas, the flame should be ignited
within 30 seconds. If the system fails, restart the
refrigerator and select the gas
source again.
From about 1000 m above sea level problems of a
physical nature can occur when lighting the gas.
This does not mean that the refrigerator is not
working properly.
5 Selecting cooling level
After switching on the
refrigerator, push the
cooling level button several
times, as illustrated. Push
untill the desired level is
selected.
Lowest
cooling level
Highest
cooling level
Your refrigerator meets the climate class SN
requirements according to EN ISO 15502:2005 at
an ambient temperature 10°C to 32°C.
We advise to set the refrigerator on cooling
level 3, with an ambient temperature
between 15°C and 25°C. A higher temperature
needs a higher cooling level, a lower temperature a
lower level.
To improve the cooling performance of your
refrigerator in high temperatures, Thetford
advises to install the Ventilator Kit. It helps
to detract the warm air quicker to the vents.
The Ventilator Kit is suitable for all Thetford
refrigerators.
6 Control of optional extras
Anti condensation
present on refrigerator model B
To prevent the control panel from condensation,
the anti-condensation function is automatically
switched on (no symbol visible). Only switch off
this function when little energy is present.
1 Introduction
This Thetford refrigerator is specially developed
for caravans or campers. It meets high quality
standards, is user-friendly and gives you all the
convenience during holidays and short trips.
Before operating and using this refrigerator we
advise you to read the manual completely. Keep
this manual in a safe place for future reference.
For the latest version of the manual please visit
www.thetford-europe.com
Symbols used
Tip
Caution (possible risk of injury or
product damage)
2 Use safely
For correct and safe use of this refrigerator, you
need to observe several precautions and general
recommendations. If these instructions have
not been followed, warranty claims will not be
accepted.
What to do if you smell gas: Directly close the
valve of the gas bottle, extinguish any naked
flames, do not switch on any electrical devices or
lighting, open the windows and leave the room.
Then contact the Customer Service Department in
your country or holiday location.
What to do if you smell a pungent odour from
the cooling system: Switch off the
refrigerator, extinguish any naked flames, provide
sufficient ventilation through vents, windows and
doors. Then contact the Customer Service
Department in your country or holiday location.
This appliance can be used by children aged
from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children without supervision.
Maintenance
• Make sure that installation, electrical
connection, maintenance and periodical
inspection of the gas system will be done by a
qualified technical person, according to Thetford’s
instructions (www.thetford-europe.com) and local
safety rules;
• Never open or damage the cooling system at the
back of your refrigerator. The cooling system is
pressurised and contains substances that can be
harmful to your health;
• Never attempt to repair parts of the gas system,
the gas flue or electrical components by yourself.
The repairs may only be done by a qualified
technician. Please contact the Customer Service
Department for further support and addresses;
• Before carrying out any kind of maintenance
or cleaning on your refrigerator switch off your
refrigerator;
• Never expose the refrigerator to rain.
Use of gas
• The refrigerator only runs on liquid gas (propane,
butane or a mixture of these boths). It does not
run on natural gas or coal gas;
• Only use gas which is mentioned on the serial
label inside the refrigerator;
• It is recommended to use an additional filter
when operating on Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG);
• Make sure the type and position of the gas bottle
meets the latest technical regulations;
• Change the gas bottle in open air and out of
reach of any possible source of ignition;
• Never obstruct the ventilation openings in the
gas bottle storage location;
• Keep flammable material away from the
refrigerator;
• Do not use gas to power your refrigerator in the
vicinity of petrol stations.
Food
• Respect the expiry date printed on the
packaging of food;
• Defrosting, cleaning or maintenance of the
refrigerator can shorten the preservability of food.
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Door lock
When you close and press the door of the
refrigerator, the door locks automatically. While
driving this door lock also secures the door.
Some models have an extra
security lock on the bottom
of the refrigerator. To be
sure the door will not open
while driving, push the
black security lock over the
pin on the door.
Never let children play or hide in the
refrigerator. Children can be trapped and
possibly suffocate.
10 Winter use
When you are going to use the refrigerator with an
outside temperature below 10°C, install a suitable
winter cover, as illustrated.
This cover will protect your refrigerator against
too cold air and makes sure the refrigerator will
still perform optimally.
Make sure you remove the winter cover again once
the temperature is above 10°C.
11 Cleaning
It is important to regularly clean the refrigerator
for optimal performance. Clean the inside with a
soft cloth and a mild household cleaner.
Use a wet, soft cloth for the outside of the
refrigerator. Make sure the vents on the outside
of the vehicle are always dust-tight.
Never clean your refrigerator with soap
or agressive, caustic or soda-based
cleaning agents.
The loose parts of the refrigerator are not
suitable for the dishwasher.
Water through the vents may damage your
refrigerator. Therefore install winter covers
before washing your vehicle.
12 Switch off refrigerator
Before defrosting the
refrigerator or storing your
vehicle, switch off the
refrigerator. Push the on/
off switch, as illustrated,
and hold it for 2 seconds to switch off the
refrigerator. All lights will go out.
13 Defrosting
A layer of ice on the cooling fins will decrease
the cooling capacity and durability of your
refrigerator. Therefore your refrigerator is
provided with an automatic defrost system,
which prevents ice formation.
Despite this system, it is also possible to manually
defrost your refrigerator on occasion. Remove all
food, wrap it tightly in newspaper and put it in a
cold place or in an insulated bag. Then open the
doors. Put dry towels in the refrigerator to catch
the remaining water. When the refrigerator is
defrosted, thoroughly dry the inside.
Do not speed up the defrosting process by
removing the ice layer with force or sharp
objects or by using a hairdryer.
14 Storage
If you do not expect to use your refrigerator for a
longer period, it is important to thoroughly empty,
defrost and clean the complete refrigerator. Then
install the winter cover over the vents, to protect
your refrigerator during storage.
To prevent odours and mould in the refrigerator,
keep all doors open during storage.
Rotate the hook at door lock
45 degrees and lock it in
place by using the strike
plate, as illustrated.
Make sure the gas taps of the gas bottle are
closed during storage.
Water through the vents may damage your
refrigerator. Therefore install winter covers
before washing your vehicle.
Push on the anti-
condensation button.
The symbol on the control
panel will light up.
7 Use of refrigerator compartment
You can organise your refrigerator as desired by
moving the storage shelves and door bins
in height.
Make sure the door can still be closed after
reorganising shelves and bins.
Moving storage shelves
Turn the plastic clamp on
the right side of the storage
shelf upwards, as
illustrated. Lift the right
side a bit, and move the
storage shelf to the desired
position.
First place the left side of
the storage shelf in the refrigerator wall, then the
right side in the corresponding groove. Turn the
plastic clamp downwards. Your storage shelf is
secured again.
Moving door bins Push a door bin out of the
locking with both hands, as
illustrated. Place this door
bin back in the desired
position and push it back on
the locking. The door bin is
secured again.
Organising food
After a minimum of 8 hours of cooling, the food can
be placed in the refrigerator. Do not completely
cover the cooling fins with food, to preserve an
optimal performance of the refrigerator. Make
sure air can still circulate around the fins.
To prevent your refrigerator from ice-
formation, always cover liquid products,
let warm products cool down before placing them
in the refrigerator and don’t open the door any
longer than necessary.
To reduce the cooling time, store only
pre-cooled food in the refrigerator.
To prevent the food from drying out or your
refrigerator from odours, store food
seperately in closed boxes.
8 Use of freezer compartment
You can use the freezer compartment to keep
food frozen or to make ice cubes with the included
Thetford ice cube tray.
Never keep carbonated liquids in the freezer
compartment.
If the refrigerator has to perform for a longer
period in internal vehicle temperature below
10°C, a constant regulation of temperature in the
freezer compartment can’t be guaranteed. The
temperature can increase and the food may
defrost in the freezer compartment.
Making ice-cubes
Fill 2/3 of the ice-cube tray with water and put the
tray in the freezer compartment. Make sure you
only use drinking water.
Never eat ice-cubes or popsicles directly out
of the freezer compartment. This can cause
burns.
To speed up the process, make ice-cubes at
night, when the refrigerator has more
capacity. Place the ice-cube tray in an empty
freezer on the bottom and the back.
.9 While driving
Make sure all products in
your refrigerator can’t
move while driving. Secure
the bottles in the door with
the bottle retainer and
secure all food on the
storage shelves.
In Europe it is only allowed to run your
refrigerator on gas while driving, if a gas
system with break protection is installed and local
regulations are respected.
Because of varying outside conditions during
driving, good performance on gas can’t be
guaranteed. Therefore Thetford does not advise to
run your refrigerator on gas while driving.
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17 Warranty
Thetford BV offers the end users of its products a
three-year guarantee. In the case of malfunction
within the warranty period, Thetford will replace
or repair the product at its discretion. In this case,
the costs of replacement, labour costs for the
replacement of defective components and/or
the costs of the parts themselves will be paid
by Thetford.
1. To make a claim under this guarantee, the
user must take the product to his dealer or an
authorised Thetford Service Centre
(www.thetford-europe.com). The claim will be
assessed there.
2. Components replaced during repair under
guarantee become the property of Thetford.
3. This warranty does not prejudice current
consumer protection laws.
4. This warranty is not valid in the case of products
that are for, or are used for, commercial purposes.
5. Guarantee claims falling into one of the
following categories will not be accepted:
• the product has been improperly used,
or the instructions in the manual have not been
followed; • the product has not been installed in
accordance with the instructions; • alterations
have been made to the product; • the product
has been repaired by an unauthorised Thetford
Service Centre; • the product code or serial ID has
been changed; • the product has been damaged
by circumstances outside the normal use of
the product.
6. The guarantee is only valid for Thetford
refrigerators that are built in in a caravan of
motorhome.
Thetford is not liable for any loss and/or damage
caused directly or indirectly by use of the
refrigerator.
Thetford is not responsible for printing errors and reserves the right to
make changes to product specifications without notice.
15 Disposal
Your refrigerator has been designed and
manufactured with high quality materials and
components, which can be recycled and reused.
The cooling system contains ammonia as the
coolant and ozone friendly cyclopentane as the
blowing agent in the foam. The refrigerators are
free of any CFCs / HCFCs and HFCs.
When your refrigerator has reached its end of
life, dispose the product according to the local
rules. Do not dispose the refrigerator with normal
household waste. The correct disposal of your
old product will help prevent potential negative
consequences to the environment and human
health.
16 Questions?
If you require further information or have any
questions about your refrigerator, please visit
our website www.thetford-europe.com. If you still
have questions, contact the Customer Service
Department in your country or your holiday
location (see the addresses on the back).
For correct and efficient support, please ensure
all relevant product type information is available
(see page 179).
Troubleshooting
In case of a problem an error code on the control
panel can light up. When error codes 1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 9,
12 or 13 are visible, directly contact your dealer or
a Thetford Service Centre.
For underneath error codes, first read the
according instructions. If this will not solve the
problem, contact your dealer or a Thetford Service
Centre.
3The refrigerator does not work on gas:
check if the gas bottle is not empty • check if
the valve of the gas bottle and all shut-off
valves are open • switch the refrigerator off
and on again • try to run the refrigerator on
another power source
6The refrigerator does not work on 12V:
make sure the engine is running • try to run the
refrigerator on another power source
7The refrigerator does not work on 12V:
make sure the engine is running • try to run the
refrigerator on another power source
10 The refrigerator does not work on 230V:
check if the mains is available • try to run the
refrigerator on another power source
11 The refrigerator does not work in AUTO
mode: check if the sources are connected • try to
run the refrigerator manually on a power source
18 All symbols on the control panel light up:
wait a few seconds until the refrigerator starts
normal.
FAQ
What can I do, when the refrigerator does not
start? Check if you switched on the refrigerator
according to the instructions, if the vehicle stands
level or if there is an available energy source to
start the refrigerator with. If none of this is the
case, please contact your dealer or a Thetford
Service Centre.
The refrigerator does not cool sufficiently,
what can I do? Check if the vents aren’t covered or
blocked from the outside, if the refrigerator stands
level, if the highest cooling level of the refrigerator
is selected, if the door of the refrigerator still
closes properly or if there is not too much ice on
the cooling fins. If none of this is the case, please
contact your dealer or a Thetford Service Centre.
All lights on the control panel are blinking,
what should I do? Please contact your dealer or
a Thetford Service Centre.
No winter cover is supplied with my refrigerator,
is this correct? The winter cover is an accessory
for your refrigerator, which you can purchase at
your dealer.
Spare parts
Original Thetford spare parts are available through
your own dealer or an authorised Thetford Service
Centre.
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