Thetford N3185E User manual

Australian market
690992/1116-V04
© 2016 Thetford
N3000 series
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AUSTRALIA
Thetford Australia Pty. Ltd.
41 Lara Way
Campbellfield VIC 3061
Australia
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www.thetford.com.au
EUROPEAN HEADQUARTERS
Thetford B.V.
Nijverheidsweg 29
P.O. Box 169
4870 AD Etten-Leur
The Netherlands
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UNITED KINGDOM
Thetford Ltd.
Unit 6
Brookfields Way
Manvers, Rotherham
S63 5DL, England
United Kingdom
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GERMANY
Thetford GmbH
Schallbruch 14
D-42781 Haan
Deutschland
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FRANCE
Thetford S.A.R.L.
Parc BUROPLUS / Bâtiment 6
18, Boulevard de la Paix
CS 80008
95895 CERGY PONTOISE CEDEX
France
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ITALY
Thetford Italy c/o Tecma s.r.l.
Via Flaminia
Loc. Castel delle Formiche
05030 Otricoli (TR)
Italia
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SPAIN AND PORTUGAL
Mercè Grau Solà
Agente para España y Portugal
c/ Castellet, 36 bxs 2ª
08800 Vilanova i la Geltrú
Barcelona
España
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SCANDINAVIA
Thetford B.V.
Representative Office
Scandinavia
Hantverkaregatan 32D
521 61 Stenstorp
Sverige
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CHINA
Thetford China
Rm. 1207, Coastal Building (East Block)
Haide 3rd Road, Nanshan District
Shenzhen 518054
China
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INDEX
1 Introduction 5 12
2 Use safely 5 12
3 Switch on refrigerator 6 13
4 Selecting source 6 13
5 Selecting cooling level 7 14
6 Anti-condensation 7 14
7 Use of refrigerator compartment 7 14
8 Use of freezer compartment 8 15
9 While driving 8 15
10 Cleaning 8 15
11 Switch off refrigerator 9 15
12 Defrosting 9 15
13 Storage 9 16
14 Disposal 9 16
15 Questions? 9 16
16 Warranty 10 17
For guarantee/service 18 18
LED control panel Touchscreen

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
1 Refrigerator door • 2 Freezer door • 3 Door lock • 4 Security lock • 5 Control panel LED+• 5a On/off
switch • 5b Confirmation button • 5c Arrow buttons • 5d Sources • 5e Cooling level indicators• 5f ‘Anti-
condensation’ (only for model N3185) • 6 Switch for fans • 7 Freezer compartment • 8Ice cube tray
• 9 Refrigerator compartment • 10 Cooling fins • 11 Storage shelf • 12 Vegetable bin • 13 Serial label
• 14 Door bin • 15 Bottle retainer • 16 Shelf food retainer
N3185E+ with LED control panel
Gross volume: 177L
Main parts
LED-control panel
(N3185A with touchscreen ➔p. 11)

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1 Introduction
This Thetford appliance is specially developed
for caravans or motorhomes. It is user-friendly,
meets high quality standards and gives you every
possible convenience during holidays and short
trips. We advise you to read the manual before
using the appliance. Not all sections of this manual
are relevant for all appliances. Make sure you
completely read the parts of the manual that are
relevant for your appliance.Keep this manual in a
safe place for future reference.
For the latest version of the manual please
visit www.thetford.com.au
Symbols used
Caution (possible risk of injury or
product damage).
Attention. Important information.
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 Liquefied Petroleum
gas (LP gas): Directly close the valve of the
LP 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.
Do not allow children to play with or hide in
the appliance. Children can become trapped
and possibly suffocate. Do not allow children to
clean or perform maintenance on the appliance
without supervision.
The storage of flammable materials behind
or around the refirgerator creates a fire
hazard. Do not use the area behind the
refrigerator to store anything, especially
flammable materials (gasoline, cleaning supplies,
etc).
Do not spray liquids near electrical outlets,
connections or the refrigerator components.
Many liquids are electrically conductive and can
cause a shock hazard, electrical shorts and in
some cases fire.
At regular intervals, make sure that the
refrigerator flue, the burner, the vent areas
and the ventilation air pathway between the
vents are completely free from any flammable
material or blockage. After a period of storage, it
is especially important to check these areas for
any flammable material or blockage caused by
animals.
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquid in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
Maintenance
• Make sure that installation, electrical
connection, maintenance and periodical
inspection of the LP gas system will be done by a
qualified technical person, according to Thetford’s
instructions (www.thetford.com.au) 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 LP gas
system, the LP 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 and disconnect both the AC and DC
power sources;
• Never expose the refrigerator to rain;
• The LP gas burner must be inspected and
cleaned at least once a year.

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Use of LP gas
• The refrigerator is designed to run on LP gas. It
does not run on natural gas or coal gas;
• Only use gas which is mentioned on the serial
label inside the refrigerator;
• Make sure the type and position of the LP gas
bottle meets the latest technical regulations;
• Change the LP gas bottle in open air and out of
reach of any possible source of ignition;
• Never obstruct the ventilation openings in the LP
gas bottle storage location;
• Keep flammable material away from the
refrigerator;
• Do not use LP 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.
Medications
As the constant regulation of temperature can
not be guaranteed, the refrigerator might not be
suitable for proper storage of medications. Refer
to the instructions included with the medications.
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 and the
selected settings are shown on the display.
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
confirmation button and
hold it for 2 seconds. The
symbols for the sources
light up and start to blink.
Choose the desired source
by pushing the arrow
buttons.
Confirm your choice with
the confirmation button.
Sources
Auto
The refrigerator automatically
selects the best source available
(in order: mains, battery, LP gas)
240V The refrigerator is powered from
the mains.
12V The refrigerator is powered from
the battery of your vehicle.
LP gas
The refrigerator is powered from
the gas connection of a LP 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.
Auto
If you set the refrigerator on the automatic source
selection, the control panel will show two source
symbols; the A and the best source available.
It is possible to override the automatic source
selection by selecting one of the energy sources
manually.
240V
Make sure 240V AC is available when selecting
this energy source.
12V
Make sure 12V DC is available when selecting this
energy source.
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.

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In case the refrigerator is installed in a
caravan, the refrigerator needs a D+ signal
(engine running) from the towing vehicle to
operate in DC mode while travelling.
LP gas
Make sure the LP gas bottle valve is opened, when
selecting this energy source. If the refrigerator
is powered by a gas connection, make sure the
control panel is powered from the battery.
When selecting LP gas, the flame should be ignited
within 30 seconds. If the system fails, restart the
refrigerator and select the LP gas source again.
For safety reasons it is not possible to ignite the
flame within 15 minutes after driving.
From about 1000 m above sea level problems of
a physical nature can occur when lighting the LP
gas. This does not mean that the refrigerator is not
working properly.
5 Selecting cooling level
After switching on the
refrigerator, push the
confirmation button and
hold it for 2 seconds.
The symbols for the
sources start to blink. Push
the confirmation button
again.
The cooling level indicators
start to blink. Use the arrow
button to choose the
desired cooling level.
Confirm your choice with
the confirmation button.
Lowest
cooling level
Highest
cooling level
The refrigerator has climate class T.
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.
Fans
There are two fans at the rear of the refrigerator to
improve the cooling performance of your
refrigerator in high temperatures. It helps to
detract the warm air quicker to the vents.
To switch on 1 fan (at ambient temperatures
above 32°C), push the
ventilator switch to ‘-’. For
activating 2 fans (at
ambient temperatures
above 38°C), switch to ‘=’,
as illustrated. To switch off
the fans, push the fan
switch back to ‘O’.
6 Anti-condensation
To prevent the control panel from
condensation, the anti-condensation
function is automatically switched on.
Only switch off this function when little energy is
present.
Push both
arrow buttons
together at
once and hold
them for 2 seconds, as illustrated. The symbol
‘anti-condensation off’ will light up on the control
panel. To switch on the function again, push both
arrow buttons for 2 seconds once more.
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
First remove the screw
below the plastic clamp of
the storage shelf. Then turn
the plastic clamp upwards,
as illustrated. Lift that side
a bit, and move the storage
shelf to the desired
position.
First place the side of the storage shelf without
the plastic clamp in the refrigerator wall, then the
other side in the corresponding groove. Turn the
plastic clamp downwards and replace the screw
underneath. Your storage shelf is secured again.

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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. To preserve an
optimal performance of the refrigerator, do not
completely cover the cooling fins with food.
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 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
Do not operate your refrigerator on LP gas while
driving. This can reduce performance, cause an
unstable flame or extinguish the flame.
Make sure all products in
your refrigerator can’t
move. Secure the bottles in
the door with the bottle
retainer and secure all food
on the storage shelves with
the shelf food retainers.
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.
The refrigerator has 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.
10 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.

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11 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.
12 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.
Every 49 hours the refrigerator can start a
defrost cycle. The defrost cycle is started if the
fin temperature is measured below 1°C and ends
when the fin temperature rises above 3°C or when
30 minutes have passed, whatever comes first.
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.
13 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.
To prevent odours and
mould in the refrigerator,
keep all doors open during
storage. Rotate the hook at
door lock and lock it in place
by using the strike plate, as
illustrated.
Make sure the gas taps of the LP gas bottle
are closed during storage.
Water through the vents may damage your
refrigerator. Therefore make sure the vent
openings are covered before washing your vehicle.
14 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.
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.
15 Questions?
If you require further information or have any
questions about your refrigerator, please visit
our website www.thetford.com.au. If you still
have questions, contact the Customer Service
Department in your country (see the address on
the back).
For correct and efficient support, please ensure
all relevant product type information is available
(see page 18).
Troubleshooting
Some problems are indicated through blinking
lights on your control panel. First read the
instructions below. If this will not solve the
problem, contact your dealer or a Thetford Service
Centre.
The refrigerator does not
work
switch the refrigerator off and on again • make
sure any power source is available
The refrigerator does not
work on 240V
check if the mains is available • try to run the
refrigerator on another power source
The refrigerator does not
work on 12V
check if the 12V fuse in the fuse box of your motor
home or car is still operational • make sure the
engine is running • try to run the refrigerator on
another power source

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The refrigerator does not
work on LP gas
check if the LP gas bottle is not empty • check if
the valve of the LP 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.
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 ventilators are switched on, 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? Switch the refrigerator off and
on again. If this doesn’t help, please contact your
dealer or a Thetford Service Centre.
Spare parts
Original Thetford spare parts are available through
your own dealer or an authorised Thetford Service
Centre.
16 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.com.au). 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.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
1 Refrigerator door • 2 Freezer door • 3 Door lock • 4 Security lock • 5Control panel with LCD touchscreen
• 5a On/off switch • 5b Touchscreen • 5c Sources • 5d Cooling level indicators • 5e ‘Anti-condensation’
• 5f Error code • 6 Switch for fans • 7 Freezer compartment • 8 Ice cube tray • 9Refrigerator compartment
• 10 Cooling fins • 11 Storage shelf • 12 Vegetable bin • 13 Serial label • 14 Door bin • 15 Bottle retainer
• 16 Shelf food retainer
N3185A with touchscreen
Gross volume: 177L
Main parts
Control panel with touchscreen
(N3185E+ with LED control panel ➔p. 4)

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1 Introduction
This Thetford appliance is specially developed
for caravans and motorhomes. It is user-friendly,
meets high quality standards and gives you every
possible convenience during holidays and short
trips. We advise you to read the manual before
using this appliance. Not all sections of this
manual are relevant for all appliances. Make sure
you completely read the parts of the manual that
are relevant for your appliance. Keep this manual
in a safe place for future reference.
For the latest version of the manual please visit
www.thetford.com.au
Symbols used
Caution (possible risk of injury or
product damage).
Attention. Important information.
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 Liquefied Petroleum
gas (LP gas): Directly close the valve of the
LP 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.
Do not allow children to play with or hide in
the appliance. Children can become trapped
and possibly suffocate. Do not allow children to
clean or perform maintenance on the appliance
without supervision.
The storage of flammable materials behind
or around the refirgerator creates a fire
hazard. Do not use the area behind the
refrigerator to store anything, especially
flammable materials (gasoline, cleaning supplies,
etc).
Do not spray liquids near electrical outlets,
connections or the refrigerator components.
Many liquids are electrically conductive and can
cause a shock hazard, electrical shorts and in
some cases fire.
At regular intervals, make sure that the
refrigerator flue, the burner, the vent areas
and the ventilation air pathway between the
vents are completely free from any flammable
material or blockage. After a period of storage, it
is especially important to check these areas for
any flammable material or blockage caused by
animals.
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquid in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
Maintenance
• Make sure that installation, electrical
connection, maintenance and periodical
inspection of the LP gas system will be done by a
qualified technical person, according to Thetford’s
instructions (www.thetford.com.au) 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 LP gas
system, the LP 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 and disconnect both the AC and DC
power sources;
• Never expose the refrigerator to rain;
• The LP gas burner must be inspected and
cleaned at least once a year.

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Use of LP gas
• The refrigerator is designed to run on LP gas. It
does not run on natural gas or coal gas;
• Only use gas which is mentioned on the serial
label inside the refrigerator;
• Make sure the type and position of the LP gas
bottle meets the latest technical regulations;
• Change the LP gas bottle in open air and out of
reach of any possible source of ignition;
• Never obstruct the ventilation openings in the LP
gas bottle storage location;
• Keep flammable material away from the
refrigerator;
• Do not use LP 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.
Medications
As the constant regulation of temperature can
not be guaranteed, the refrigerator might not be
suitable for proper storage of medications. Refer
to the instructions included with the medications.
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
Auto
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.
Auto
If you set the refrigerator on the automatic source
selection, the control panel will show two source
symbols; the A and the best source available.
It is possible to override the automatic source
selection by selecting one of the energy sources
manually.
240V
Make sure 240V AC is available when selecting this
energy source.
12V
Make sure 12V DC is available when selecting this
energy source.
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.
In case the refrigerator is installed in a
caravan, the refrigerator needs a D+ signal
(engine running) from the towing vehicle to
operate in DC mode while travelling.
LP gas
Make sure the LP gas bottle valve is opened, when
selecting this energy source. If the refrigerator
is powered by a gas connection, make sure the
control panel is powered from the battery.

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When selecting LP gas, the flame should be ignited
within 30 seconds. If the system fails, restart the
refrigerator and select the LP gas source again.
For safety reasons it is not possible to ignite the
flame within 15 minutes after driving.
From about 1000 m above sea level problems of
a physical nature can occur when lighting the LP
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
The refrigerator has climate class T.
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.
Fans
There are two fans at the rear of the refrigerator
to improve the cooling performance of your
refrigerator in high temperatures. It helps to
detract the warm air quicker to the vents.
To switch on 1 fan (at ambient temperatures
above 32°C), push the
ventilator switch to ‘-’.
For activating 2 fans (at
ambient temperatures
above 38°C), switch to ‘=’,
as illustrated. To switch off
the fans, push the fan
switch back to ‘O’.
6 Anti condensation
To prevent parts from condensation, the anti-
condensation function is automatically switched
on. Only switch off this function when little energy
is present.
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
First remove the screw
below the plastic clamp of
the storage shelf. Then turn
the plastic clamp upwards,
as illustrated. Lift that side
a bit, and move the storage
shelf to the desired
position.
First place the side of the storage shelf without
the plastic clamp in the refrigerator wall, then the
other side in the corresponding groove. Turn the
plastic clamp downwards and replace the screw
underneath. 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.

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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
Do not operate your refrigerator on LP gas while
driving. This can reduce performance, cause an
unstable flame or extinguish the flame.
Make sure all products in
your refrigerator can’t
move. Secure the bottles in
the door with the bottle
retainer and secure all food
on the storage shelves with
the shelf food retainers.
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.
The refrigerator has 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.
10 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.
11 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.
12 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.

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Do not speed up the defrosting process by
removing the ice layer with force or sharp
objects or by using a hairdryer.
13 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.
To prevent odours and
mould in the refrigerator,
keep all doors open during
storage. Rotate the hook at
door lock 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.
14 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.
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.
15 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 18).
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, switch the refrigerator off
and on again. If the problems still exist, 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 and remove the
mosquito screen if present. Check 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.

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All lights on the control panel are blinking,
what should I do? Switch the refrigerator off and
on again. If the problem still exists, 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.
16 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.com.au). 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.

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Model No
Serie No
177
FOR GUARANTEE/SERVICE
For guarantee/service requests, please identify your refrigerator.
177
SPECIMEN

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