Troubleshooting - Dometic RM2620 Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

troubleshooting

symptom
The refrigerator has stopped cooling.
Ammonia emanates from
refrigerator
Refrigerator or freezer is not cold
enough
The refrigerator does not work in gas
operation mode
Odors from fumes
If the problem persists and the refrigerator is still not working properly, contact your nearest Service Center. State the problem,
model, product- and serial-number. These details are stated on the data label inside the refrigerator compartment.
Check/Remedial action
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Immediately turn the refrigerator off and see a Dometic dealer.
NOTE! Do not leave it running for days and never try to solve the problem by
repeatedly restarting the refrigerator.
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Do not use the refrigerator until it has been repaired.
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Immediately turn the refrigerator off.
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Open windows and door to air out the coach and evacuate.
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Contact a Dometic dealer or Service Center.
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Do not use the refrigerator until it has been repaired.
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Check the thermostat and adjust if necessary.
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Is there a power failure?
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Is the refrigerator level? (Because of its operation it is important to keep an
absorption refrigerator level.)
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Has the overheating protection been triggered or not?
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Door closing properly? Check the door gasket.
• Heavy frost build-up on evaporator fins? To prevent frost buildup do not leave the
unit's door open longer than necessary.
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Overpacked refrigerator? The unit will have to work harder if the refrigerator is
stuffed and results in higher cabinet temperatures. Arrange the food in the unit to al-
low for free air circulation.
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Gas bottle empty?
Change the gas bottle
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Air in the gas pipe?
• Is the burner dirty, damaged or not properly located under the flue tube?
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Is the burner jet clogged?
• Is the flue baffle inserted properly in the flue tube?
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Is the LP gas pressure low at burner?
Set the main regulator to regulate the pressure so it does not drop below 11 inches
water column at pressure tap.
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Dislocated burner
•
Damaged burner
• Dirty flue tube
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