Installation Instructions; Direct Vent Requirements - Norcold 3163 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

WARNING
Improper location, installation, adjustment, alteration,
or modifications can cause injury or property damage.
Refer to this manual for proper instructions. For assis-
tance or additional information consult a qualified in-
staller, service agency, or Norcold.
Requirements
Installation must be made in accordance with these
installation instructions for the Norcold factory warranty
to be in effect.
This appliance is design certified under the latest
edition of ANSI Z21.19 standards by the American Gas
Association and is approved by the Canadian Gas
Association.
Installation must conform with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes with the following Standards as
applicable.
In the United States:
a. National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.
b. Manufactured Home Construction and Safety
Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 32-80.
c. Standard for Recreational Vehicles, ANSI
A119.2.
When an external electrical source is utilized, the
refrigerator, when installed, must be electrically
grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70.
In Canada:
a. Current CGA B149.1 and 2 installation code for
Propane Appliances and Equipment.
b. Current CSA Z240.4 Gas Equipped Recrea-
tional Vehicles and Mobile Housing or the cur-
rent CSA Z240.4.2 Installation Requirement for
Propane Appliances and Equipment in Recrea-
Interior Ventilation
An inlet and exhaust vent is required to insure ade-
quate air flow. The refrigerator is equipped with an inlet
vent located at the bottom front of the refrigerator. The
installer is required to provide the exhaust vent which
must have a cross sectional area of 30 square inches
minimum. The exhaust vent is to be installed above the
top surface of the refrigerator so as not to trap hot air
generated by the cooling unit. The refrigerator is
equipped with a DC ventilation fan to assist the air flow
across the refrigerator's cooling system while operating
the refrigerator in the Gas mode.

Installation Instructions

When installed, the refrigerator must be electrically
grounded in accordance with current Canadian Electri-
cal Code C22.2 Parts 1 and 2.
Refrigerator Enclosure Dimensions
The following dimensions will allow the installation
and removal of the refrigerator. Also, the dimensions
provide the necessary clearances for air circulation
around the refrigerator cooling system.
The refrigerator must be placed on a solid and level
floor away from heat generating sources. The floor
must be strong enough to support the combined weight
of the refrigerator and food.
Notice: Never install the refrigerator directly on car-
Hazardous vapors! The burner or spark from the refrig-
erator's ignitor can ignite vapors causing fire or explo-
sion resulting in property damage, serious personal
injury or loss of life. Never store gasoline, combustible
materials and other flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of the refrigerator.

Direct Vent Requirements

Installing the Vent-Air Intake/Exhaust Assy.
Improper location and installation can cause injury or
property damage. This refrigerator and it's vents are
design certified by the American Gas Association and
the Canadian Gas Association. Any deviation or sub-
stitution will void the agencies' certifications and the
Norcold warranty. Refer to this manual for proper in-
structions. Install the refrigerator and vents as directed
by Norcold without modification.
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tional Vehicles.
c. Current CSA Z240.6.2/C22.2 No. 148 Electrical
Requirement for Recreational Vehicles.
Refrigerator Enclosure Cut-Out Dimensions
Height Width
24 1/8" 25 5/8"
peting. To protect carpeting, the refrigerator
must be placed on a metal or wood panel
extending at least the full width and depth of
the refrigerator.
WARNING
WARNING
Depth
16 7/8"