Connecting The Refrigerator - Dometic 5 Series Installation Manual

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Connecting the refrigerator

9.1 Connecting to the gas supply
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NOTICE!
• This refrigerator may only be connected to the gas supply by a spe-
cialist in accordance with the applicable guidelines and standards.
• Only use cylinders of propane or butane gas (not natural gas or city
gas) with an approved pressure reduction valve and suitable head.
Compare the pressure information on the type plate with the pres-
sure information on the pressure regulator on the propane or butane
gas cylinder.
• Only operate the refrigerator at the pressure shown on the type
plate.
• Please note the pressures which are permitted in your country. Use a
DIN-DVGW-approved pressure regulator with a fixed setting:
– The following applies for Germany: DIN EN 12864
– The following applies for Europe: EN 732 and EN 1949
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NOTE
The refrigerator is equipped for a connection pressure of 30 mbar. Use
a Truma VDR 50/30 back-pressure regulator when connected to a
50 mbar system.
It must be possible to shut off the refrigerator from the gas line separately by means
of a shut-off device. The shut-off device must be easily accessible.
➤ Connect the refrigerator to the gas supply securely and without any voltage
according to fig. d, page 11.
The following applies for Europe: Use a cutting ring fitting in accordance with
EN 1949.
A hose connection is not permitted.
➤ Have a leak test and a flame test performed in accordance with EN 1949 by an
authorised specialist.
Ensure you are issued with a certificate of inspection.
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