Ice Making; Shut-Off (Storage Procedure) - Dometic RM2452 Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

C.

ICE MAKING

Ice cubes can be made in the ice tray placed in the freezer
compartment. The tray should be filled with water to within
1/4" (5mm) from the top. For faster ice making, the tray
should be placed in direct contact with the freezer shelf.
To release the ice cubes, seize the tray with both hands
and twist the tray. Cubes not required should be replaced
in the tray. Refill the tray with water and replace the tray
on the freezer shelf.
Ice making is accelerated if the thermostat knob "B" is
turned to the "MAX" setting. It is a good idea to do this a
few hours before the anticipated need for ice, but be sure
to move the thermostat back to normal setting, usually
about mid-setting when the ice is formed. Food in the
lower compartment may be frozen if the setting is left on
"MAX" position.
D. DEFROSTING
Shut off the refrigerator by turning knob "A" to "OFF"
position. Empty the refrigerator, leaving the drip tray under
the finned evaporator. Leave the cabinet and freezer
doors open. Defrosting time can be reduced by filling the
ice tray with hot water and placing it on the freezer shelf.
When all the frost has melted, empty the drip tray and dry
the interior of the refrigerator with a clean cloth. Replace
the drip tray and ice tray. Replace all the food and set the
thermostat to its normal position.
DO NOT use a hot air blower.
could result from warping the metal or plastic parts.
DO NOT use a knife or an ice pick, or other sharp tools
to remove frost from the freezer shelf. They can create
a leak in the ammonia system.
When all frost is melted, dry the interior of the refrigerator
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with a clean cloth. Replace all food and set thermostat to
the COLDEST temperature setting for a few hours. Then
reset the thermostat to the desired setting, usually at mid-
setting.
NOTE: On these models the drip tray/cup is on the rear side
of the refrigerator. (See FIG. 6)
Put the plastic drain tube in a watertight bucket or container
(access through louvered service panel on the outside of
the vehicle). As the frost melts, the water will flow into the
container. When all the frost has melted wipe up the excess
moisture and empty the accumulated water from the bucket.
Replace the drain tube to its original position.
E. CLEANING
Cleaning the refrigerator is usually done after it is defrosted
or put into storage. To clean the interior liner of the
refrigerator, use lukewarm weak soda solution. Use only
warm water to clean the finned evaporator, gasket, ice
trays and shelves. NEVER use strong chemicals or
abrasives to clean these parts as the protective sur-
faces will be damaged. It is important to always keep
the refrigerator clean.
F. SHUT-OFF (STORAGE PROCEDURE)
To shut off the refrigerator, turn knob "A" to "OFF" position.
If the refrigerator will not be in operation for a period of
weeks, it should be emptied, defrosted, cleaned and the
doors left ajar. The ice tray should also be dried and kept
outside the cabinet.
Most LP-Gas appliances used in
are vented to the outside of the vehicle. When parked
close to a gasoline pump, it is possible that gasoline
fumes could enter this type of appliance and ignite the
burner flame CAUSING A FIRE OR AN EXPLOSION.
FOR YOUR SAFETY, it is recommended that all LP-
Gas appliances which are vented to the outside shut
off when refueling.
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