Dometic Refrigerator Troubleshooting and Operation Guide

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B.Check all connections in the LP gas system (at the back of the refrigerator) for gas leaks. The LP gas supply must be turned on. Apply a non-corrosive bubble solution to all LP gas connections.

The appearance of bubbles indicates a leak and should be repaired immediately by a QUALIFIED SERVICEMAN WHO IS FAMILIAR WITH GAS SYS- TEM AND REFRIGERATORS.

! WARNING

DO NOT use a flame to check for gas leaks.

C.Check the control system by connecting/disconnect- ing 120 volt AC power, start/stop the engine, etc. Compare the operation with the operation described in section Operating Instructions.

D.The LP gas pressure should be checked and the main regulator readjusted if pressure is incorrect. The cor- rect operating pressure is 11 inches of water column. The correct place to take the LP gas pressure is at the test port just ahead of the burner jet. (See FIG. 12).

E.Inspect the flue baffle. It should be reasonably clean and free of soot. Heavy soot formation indicates im- proper functioning of the burner. The flue and burner both require cleaning in the following manner:

1.Unplug the refrigerator power cord from the 120 volt AC outlet. (See FIG. 3).

2.Disconnect or shut off the 12 volt DC power to the refrigerator.

3.Turn manual shutoff valve to OFF. (See FIG. 1 & 12).

4.Remove cover from the burner housing. (See FIG. 1).

5.Disconnect the wire from the high voltage electrode.

6.Remove the burner mounting screw and remove the burner assembly. (See FIG. 12).

7.Remove the wire and flue baffle from the top of flue tube. Clean the flue from the top using a flue brush. Blowing compressed air into the flue will not properly clean soot and scale out of the flue tube. Replace the flue baffle.

8.Clean burner tube with a brush. Blow out burner with compressed air.

9.Before removing burner jet, clean burner area of soot and scale that fell out of flue tube. Remove the burner jet. Soak the jet in wood alcohol and blow it out with compressed air. Reinstall and tighten burner jet.

NOTE: The color of the flame shall be clear blue over the slots of the burner. (See FIG. 13).

Clear blue color of flame

FIG. 13

! WARNING

DO NOT use a wire or pin when cleaning the burner jet as damage can occur to the precision opening. This can cause damage to the refrigerator or create a fire hazard.

10.Reinstall burner, being careful that the end of the burner fits into the slot on the burner bracket. Check to make sure slots are centered under the flue tube and the thermocouple is positioned properly (tip of thermocouple extends over two slots of burner).

11.Be sure to reconnect the wire to high voltage elec- trode. Check the electrode for proper location and gap. (See FIG. 14).

FIG. 14

Electrode

1/8” to 3/16” (3-5 mm)

Burner tube

12.Turn on manual gas shutoff valve and check all fit- tings for leaks with soapy water.

13.Connect 120 volt power cord to the outlet and re- connect or turn on the 12 volt DC power.

14.Check LP gas safety shutoff. See page 6.

TROUBLESHOOTING

The Refrigerator Does Not Cool Properly

A.Burner jet clogged.

Clean. (See Section Maintenance & Service, item 2. Periodic maintenance, Paragraph E item 1-14.

B.Check level of refrigerator.

C.Venting problem.

Restriction in air flow across cooling unit.

D.Heavy frost buildup on evaporator fins. Defrost.

E.Flue baffle not inserted properly in flue tube.

F.Burner dirty.

Clean. (See section Maintenance & Service, item 2. Periodic Maintenance, Paragraph E item 1-14).

G.LP gas pressure low at burner.

Set main regulator so pressure does not drop below 11 inches of water column at pressure test port. (See FIG. 12).

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Contents Refrigerator for LP-GAS and Electric Operation For Service Center AssistanceMO-FO 0327 French Page Refrigerator control panel Ventilation General InstructionGAS Connection Electrical ConnectionVolts DC Connection Installing Refrigerator in EnclosureSecuring the Refrigerator Two screws installed in the top frame Testing LP GAS Safety ShutoffTwo screws installed in the rear base. See FIG Drain water hoseMethods of Installation Certified InstallationVentilation Heights ClearancesOperation Importance of Leveling a RefrigeratorSide view View from above Auto Mode Start UP Instructions GAS ModeTo Shut OFF the Refrigerator Limp Mode of Operation Description of Operating Modes Auto ModeHOW to USE the Refrigerator Electric Equipment GAS Equipment AssemblyRefrigerator Does Not Cool Properly TroubleshootingChanging Door Hinges from ONE Side to the Other Panel DimensionsInstructions for Mounting the Door Panel MAX. Thickness 5/32 4 mmRefrigerator KIT Model Components Certified Vent System KitsPositioning of shelves RM2652, RM2852 Page Page MO-FO