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Manual Refrigerator
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WARNING
Cancer and Reproductive Harm
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
REFRIGERATION
REFRIGERATORS
RM2193
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
– Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
– WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch.
• Do not use any phone in your recreational vehicle.
• Clear the recreational vehicle of all occupants.
• Turn off the gas supply tank valve(s) or main gas supply.
• Immediately call your gas supplier for instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
– Have the gas system checked and leakage source
corrected by a qualified installer, service agency,
manufacturer or dealer, or the gas supplier.
Form No. 3317427.000 01/21 | ©2021 Dometic Corporation

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  • Page 1 If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. – Have the gas system checked and leakage source corrected by a qualified installer, service agency, manufacturer or dealer, or the gas supplier. WARNING Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Form No. 3317427.000 01/21 | ©2021 Dometic Corporation...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Testing the Door Gasket ....17 Visit: www.dometic.com Repairing the Door Gasket ....18 Read these instructions carefully.
  • Page 3: Supplemental Directives

    • Read and understand these instructions before technician is required. servicing] this product. • Use only Dometic replacement parts and • The installation must comply with all applicable local components that are specifically approved for use or national codes, including the latest edition of the with the appliance.
  • Page 4: Intended Use

    (fluid in service center information, or specific warranty lungs); chemical burns to eyes, lungs, and skin; and information, visit www.dometic.com. could cause a fire (when exposed to open flame). If the refrigerator stops working and/or emits an...
  • Page 5 Manual Refrigerator Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Table Operational Issue Potential Reason Page The refrigerator does not operate in AC or DC The AC or DC switch is in the off position. mode. The AC or DC voltage is too low or absent. The wiring is faulty, has shorted, or is mis-wired.
  • Page 6: General Information

    Burner Assembly refrigerator. Cooling Unit Door 4.1 Tools and Materials Electrode Fan/Fan Switch Dometic recommends that the following tools and Flue Baffle materials be used while servicing the refrigerator: Gas Valve Recommended Tools Heating Element Flat-Bladed Screwdriver Heat Gun...
  • Page 7: Component Locations

    Manual Refrigerator Troubleshooting 4.2 Component Locations 4.3 Terminology Figure 1 shows the general component locations. Actual Term Definition model component locations may vary. A refrigerator designed to work on either 2-Way LP gas or 120 VAC A refrigerator designed to work on LP 3-Way gas, 12 VDC, or 120 VAC A box created to meet ventilation...
  • Page 8: Wiring Diagrams

    Wiring Diagrams Manual Refrigerator 5 Wiring Diagrams This section provides the wiring specification for the RM2193 refrigerator. 2 RM2193 Wiring Diagram 6 Diagnostic Procedures This section has information to help you identify various operational issues by diagnosing the individual component parts.
  • Page 9 Manual Refrigerator Diagnostic Procedures Component Diagnostic Question Action Based On Status Page Cooling Unit Does the refrigerator not get cold Perform a diagnostic on the power supply. enough in any operating mode? Perform a diagnostic on the gas pressure if the problem occurs during gas operation.
  • Page 10 Diagnostic Procedures Manual Refrigerator Component Diagnostic Question Action Based On Status Page Flue Baffle Does the refrigerator not get cold Confirm that the flue baffle is properly enough in gas mode but does in AC or positioned in the burner tube. DC mode? 2.
  • Page 11 Manual Refrigerator Diagnostic Procedures Component Diagnostic Question Action Based On Status Page Piezo Does the refrigerator not operate in gas Depress the piezo button several times in mode? quick succession. 2. If you do not hear a click or do not feel resistance each time the button is depressed, replace the piezo.
  • Page 12 Diagnostic Procedures Manual Refrigerator Component Diagnostic Question Action Based On Status Page Ventilation Fan/Switch Does the refrigerator not get cold Confirm that the temperature at the enough in any operating mode? ventilator fan switch is within the range that will activate the ventilator fan. Installation location varies by model and installer.
  • Page 13: Installation Issues

    Manual Refrigerator Diagnostic Procedures 7 Installation Issues 7.2 Gas Pressure Issues Check that the gas pressure is between NOTICE: Improper clearances and/or ventilation can 10.5–11.5 in. W.C., ideally as close to 11 W.C. (at     lead to high ambient temperature, causing cooling the refrigerator) as possible.
  • Page 14: Ambient Temperature Issues

    Service Procedures Manual Refrigerator 7.6 Altitude Issues • Fan(s): when installing the refrigerator with two side wall vents (typically slide-out room installations), The gas system on the refrigerators are not designed a ventilator fan must be installed at the rear of the to operate at extremely high altitude.
  • Page 15: Removing The Refrigerator From An Enclosure

    Manual Refrigerator Service Procedures 8.1 Removing the Refrigerator from 8.2 Performing a Gas Leak Test an Enclosure WARNING: FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSION HAZARD. Do not use matches, candles, or other sources of open flame when checking for gas leaks. Failure to obey this warning could result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 16: Cleaning The Jet

    Service Procedures Manual Refrigerator 1. Disconnect the unit from all power sources (120 VAC 5. Remove it from the cleaner and use compressed air and 12 VDC). to blow out any residual deposits. Let it air dry. 2. Turn off the LP gas supply to the refrigerator and cap Do not stick any object into the jet as it may cause the gas line.
  • Page 17: Replacing The Door

    Manual Refrigerator Service Procedures 7. Refer to steps in “Replacing the Burner Assembly” 3. Remove any washers. on page 15 to remove the burner assembly from 4. Lift the door from the bottom hinge pin. It may be the cooling unit. necessary to do this at an angle.
  • Page 18: Repairing The Door Gasket

    Service Procedures Manual Refrigerator 8.8 Repairing the Door Gasket 4. Adjust the electrode until the tip of the electrode is 3/16 in. (4.8 mm) from the burner. 5. Perform these steps in reverse to complete the adjustment. 8.10 Replacing the Electrode On some versions of this model, the electrode is integrated into the burner assembly.
  • Page 19: Replacing The Gas Valve

    Manual Refrigerator Service Procedures 1. Perform the steps in “Removing the Refrigerator 5. Remove the knob from the top of the gas valve from an Enclosure” on page 15 to access the flue selector switch. baffle. 6. Remove the nut securing the gas valve to the panel. WARNING: BURN HAZARD.
  • Page 20: Replacing A Heating Element

    Service Procedures Manual Refrigerator Consult the operating manual for the multi-meter 8. Perform these steps in reverse with the new heating for specific device function. element to complete the replacement. The element should be securely seated in the 8.14 Replacing a Heating Element pocket.
  • Page 21: Replacing A Switch

    Manual Refrigerator Service Procedures 8.16 Replacing a Switch 1. Perform the steps in “Replacing the Burner Assembly” on page 15 to release the thermocouple from the clip. 2. Remove the screws securing the switch panel to the back of the refrigerator. 3.
  • Page 22: Replacing The Ventilation Fan

    Service Procedures Manual Refrigerator 8.20 Replacing the Ventilation Fan 5. Disconnect the wiring to the thermostat. Switch 6. Remove the defective thermostat. 7. Perform these steps in reverse with the new thermostat to complete the replacement. 8.19 Replacing the Ventilation Fan 19 Removing the Ventilator Fan Switch 18 Removing the Ventilator Fan from the Mounting Bracket Cooling Fins...
  • Page 23: Disposal

    Consult a local recycling center or specialist dealer for details about how to dispose of the product in accordance with all applicable national and local regulations. 10 Replacement Parts For the most current parts information, visit www. dometic.com.
  • Page 24 Mobile living made easy. dometic.com YOUR LOCAL YOUR LOCAL YOUR LOCAL DEALER SUPPORT SALES OFFICE dometic.com/dealer dometic.com/contact dometic.com/sales-offices...

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