12V Operation; Switching Between Energy Sources; Regulating The Temperature; Travel Catch - Dometic RM2355 Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

12V OPERATION

AES will select the 12V mode of operation as soon as the
vehicle engine is running (detected by the alternator connection
of the fridge D+).
If the 12V DC goes down below 9V DC, the system will shut
down completely.

SWITChING bETWEEN ENERGY SOURCES

When switching from one energy source to another, there are
some delays implemented in the AES system. The 15 min.
delay between switching off the engine and starting gas mode
is intended to delay the starting of gas mode e.g. when stopping
at a filling station.
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It is not allowed to have a naked flame at a gas filling
station . If you are not sure, that your stop is shorter than
15 min ., you are advised to set the oN/oFF switch (1) to
"oFF", when stopping at a filling station .

REGULATING ThE TEMPERATURE

The position number refers to Fig.1.
It will take a few hours for the refrigerator to reach normal
operating temperature. So we suggest you start it well in ad-
vance of a trip and if possible store it with precooled foodstuffs.
The temperature of the refrigerator main compartment is set
for all three sources of energy, by means of the Temperature
selector button (3). After turning on the refrigerator the system
automatically chooses the mid-position. With some experience
you will soon find a suitable setting, bigger circles indicate
lower temperatures. This normally does not need resetting
because the same thermostat controls the main compartment
temperature for any of the three sources of energy.

TRAVEL CATCh

Make sure that the travel catch is engaged when the motor-
home is on the move.

USING ThE REFRIGERATOR

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Do NoT store explosive substances in the refrigerator,
such as cigarette lighter gas, gasoline, ether or the like .
FOOD STORAGE
Always keep food in closed containers. Never put hot food in
the refrigerator; allow it to cool first.
The frozen food compartment is intended for the storage of fro-
zen food and for making ice. Most kinds of frozen food can be
stored in the frozen food compartment for about a month. This
period of time may vary, however, and it is important to follow
the instructions on the individual packages.
ICE MAkING
Fill the ice tray to just below the brim with drinking water and
place them on the bottom of the freezer compartment. Ice will
be made more rapidly if the thermostat is set at its highest posi-
tion (biggest circle), but be sure to move the thermostat back
to normal setting when the ice is formed; the refrigerator might
otherwise become too cold.

DEFROSTING

Frost will gradually accumulate on the refrigerating surfaces.
Each time the door is opened some of the cold air in the refrig-
erator spills out and is replaced by warm moist room air. As
this air is cooled, the moisture is deposited onto the evapora-
tor coils or other cold surfaces inside the refrigerator and can
cause frost build-up.
It is important that you do not leave the unit's door open any
longer than necessary. This will reduce frost formation and
increase the efficiency of your refrigerator.
The frost must not be allowed to grow too thick as it acts as an
insulator and adversely affects refrigerator performance. Check
the formation of frost regularly every week and when it gets
about 3 mm thick, defrost the refrigerator.
Do not try to accelerate defrosting by using any
kind of heating appliance, as this might damage the
plastic surfaces of the refrigerator. Neither should
any sharp objects be used to scrape off the ice.
To defrost the refrigerator, follow these steps:
1. Turn off the refrigerator. (Press the ON/OFF but-
ton (1) to "OFF".)
2. Empty the refrigerator.
3. Leave the drip tray under the finned evaporator.
4. Leave the cabinet and freezer door open.
Defrost water runs from the drip tray through
a plastic drain water hose to the outside of the
vehicle.
5. When all the frost has melted - dry the interior of
the refrigerator with a clean cloth and replace the
ice trays.
6. Turn on the refrigerator. Set the thermostat to the
coldest position for a few hours and then, reset to
the desired setting.
7. Place the food items back inside.

CLEANING ThE REFRIGERATOR

Clean the inside of the refrigerator regularly to keep it fresh
and hygienic.
Never use detergents, scouring powder, strongly
scented products or wax polish to clean the interior
of the refrigerator as they may damage the surfaces
and leave a strong odour.
Soak a cloth in a solution consisting of a teaspoon of bicarbon-
ate of soda to half a litre of warm water. Wring out the cloth
and use it to clean the interior of the refrigerator and its fittings.
The exterior of the refrigerator should be wiped clean now and
then, using a damp cloth and a small quantity of detergent. But
not the door gasket, which should only be cleaned with soap
and water and then thoroughly dried.
The cooling unit behind the refrigerator should be cleaned with
a brush from time to time. Make sure that the refrigerator is
switched off when doing this!
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