Dometic RMH 7390 L Operating Instructions Manual

Absorption - refrigerator for caravan and motorhome

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Operating Instructions

ABSORPTION - REFRIGERATOR
RMH 7390 L
EN
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS / INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Type C40 / 110
Record for future reference:
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Product number
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for CARAVAN and MOTORHOME
ABSORPTION REFRIGERATOR
T.B. MB 10/2006
English

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions ABSORPTION - REFRIGERATOR for CARAVAN and MOTORHOME RMH 7390 L OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS / INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ABSORPTION REFRIGERATOR Record for future reference: T.B. MB 10/2006 Model number ..........Product number ..........Type C40 / 110 Serial number ..........English...
  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    Please observe the following sections in these instructions: "5.1 Cleaning" and "5.3 Storing food". These operating instructions should be kept in a safe place. If this device is passed on, please include these operating instructions with it. © Dometic GmbH - 2003 - Subject to change without notice - Printed in Germany...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ........FOR YOUR SAFETY .
  • Page 4: Introduction

    1 1 . . 0 0 INTRODUCTION You have made an excellent choice in selecting the Dometic Absorption Refrigerator. We are sure that you will be fully satisfied with your new appliance in all respects. The appliance, which works silently, meets high quality standards and guarantees the efficient utilisation of resources and energy throughout its entire life cycle, during manufacture, in use and when being disposed of.
  • Page 5: Coolant

    The warranty does not cover any modifications to the appliance or the use of non-original Dometic parts; the warranty does not apply if the installation and operating instructions are not adhered to and no liability shall be enter- tained.
  • Page 6: Using The Refrigerator

    Using the refrigerator The cooling unit is silent in operation. When the appliance is first put into operation, there may be a mild odour which will disappear after a few hours. Ensure the living area is well ventilated. The refrigerator will take several hours to reach its operating temperature in the cooling compartment.
  • Page 7: Electrical Operation

    5.2.2 Electrical operation 1. 12V - operation (DC) ATTENTION The refrigerator should only be used while the motor is running. Set energy selector switch (A) to 12 V . The refrigerator operates without thermostatic control (continuous operating). 2. Mains power This option should only be selected where the supply voltage of the ATTENTION connection for power supply corresponds to the value specified on...
  • Page 8 T T I I P P +15°C and +25°C. The unit operates within its optimum performance range. Dometic refrigerators work according to the absorption principle. Due to physical reasons, an absorption system responds slowly to changes made on the thermostat controller, or a loss in cooling through opening the door, or storing food.
  • Page 9: Storing Food

    Storing food ATTENTION General advices 5.3.1 Switch the refrigerator on approx. 12 hours before filling it. Always store pre-cooled foods in the refrigerator. Make sure that the food is well cooled when it is bought and also when transporting it. Use insulated cooling bags. When taking food out of the refrigerator only open the refrigerator door very briefly.
  • Page 10: Defrosting

    Defrosting As time goes by, frost builds up on the fins. When the layer of frost is about 3mm thick, the refrigerator should be defrosted. 1. Switch off the refrigerator, as described in Section 5.8 - "Switching off". 2. Remove the ice cube tray and food. 3.
  • Page 11: Door Locking

    If the refrigerator is to be taken out of service for an extended period of time, the on-board shut-off valve and the cylinder valve must be closed. Interior light Changing the light bulbs Please consult your nearest Dometic Customer Service or your specialist dealer.
  • Page 12: Winter Operation

    5.10 Winter operation 1. Check that the ventilation grills and the extractor have not been blocked by snow, leaves or similar. Lower ventilation grille (L200) Upper ventilation grille with flue vent (L100) 2. When the ambient temperature falls below +8°C, the optional winter covers should be fitted.
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    5.11 Troubleshooting Before calling the authorised Service Department, please check whether: 1. the instructions in the section "Using the refrigerator" have been followed. 2. the refrigerator is not tilted excessiveley. 3. it is possible to operate the refrigerator with an available power source. Failure: The refrigerator does not work in gas operation mode.
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    We recommend maintenance following an extended shutdown of the vehicle. 5.13 Product liability Product liability of Dometic GmbH does not include damages which may arise from faulty operation, improper alterations or intervention in the equipment, adverse effects from the environment such as changes in temperature and air humidity, which may impact the equipment itself or the direct vicinity of the equipment or per- sons in the area.
  • Page 15: Technical Data

    5.17 Technical data Model Dimensions Gross capacity Usable Connections * Consumption Netweight Ignition Stepped- H x W x D (mm) incl. freezer capacity of Main / Battery electricity / gas (netto) Piezo cabinet depth incl. door compartment freezer in 24 hrs compartm.
  • Page 16: Installation Guide

    25 mm! If the door/grille distance is between 25mm and 45 mm, we recommend installing a Dometic ventilation kit ( spare part no. 241 2985 - 00/0 ) to achieve an optimal cooling perfor- mance in high ambient temperatures.
  • Page 17: Rear Installation

    6.1.2 Side installation with floor-roof ventilation It is also possible to perform ventilation of the refrigerator via an aperture in the floor and a roof ventilation (see Fig. 3). A flue has to be provided between the top edge hot air of the refrigerator and the roof ventilation which directs the hot air and the exhausts straight to the air vent in the roof.
  • Page 18: Draught Free Installation

    The device manufacturer's product liability and guarantee shall lapse if such materials are used. Proposal 1: Using the Installation Sealing Kit from Dometic (SP.No. 241 2559-00, available from Dometic). Insert lipped seals (A) into the installation recesses at the bottom and at each side.
  • Page 19: Ventilation And Air Extraction

    The ventilation grilles must have an open cross- section of at least 250cm². This is reached using Dometic Absorber Ventilation and Air Extraction System L100 / L200 that has been tested and approved for this purpose.
  • Page 20: Installation Of The Ventilation System

    Installing the ventilation system L 100 L 200 To install the ventilation grilles, cut two rectangles (451mm x 156mm) in the outer wall of the vehicle. (for position of the cuts, see point "6.3") Item 1 does not apply for installation frames with an integrated seal.
  • Page 21: Installation Recess

    Installation recess The refrigerator must be installed draught-free in a recess. The measurements of the recess are given in the table below. Step (A) is only required for cabinets with a step. Push the appliance far enough into the recess until the front edge of the refrigerator casing is flush with the front of the recess.
  • Page 22: Fume Extraction

    Fume extraction Fume extraction must be arranged in such a way as to provide complete extraction of all products of combustion to an area outside the living area. The flue system must slope in an upward direction in order to avoid a build-up of condensation.
  • Page 23: Gas Installation

    6.7.2 Separate fume extraction min. 10 mm max. 20 mm Cutout: 80 mm high 40 mm wide 1. Cut an 80mm x 40mm rectangle in the outer wall (I) of the caravan. The position of the cut must be appropriate to the particular model of refrigerator and installation conditions.
  • Page 24 WARNING The gas connection may only be carried out by a qualified personnel! SW 14 Following proper installation, a testing for SW 17 leakage and a flame test must be carried out by qualified personnel* in compliance with EN 1949. A certificate of testing must be issued.
  • Page 25: Electrical Installation

    If the connection cable is damaged it must be replaced by the Customer Service at Dometic, or by respectively qualified personnel, in order to pre- vent any hazards. It is advisable to run the incoming supply through an on-board fuse or automatic circuit breaker.
  • Page 26: Wiring Diagram

    6.9.3 Wiring diagram Wiring diagram with manual ignition and interior light battery connection 12V/24V -- resistor (replaced by a bridge for 24V battery voltage) heating- element light DC -- thermo cut-off current mains connection heating- element to casing A = Ground heating element DC white B = Plus heating element DC C = Ground interior light...
  • Page 28 Dometic GmbH In der Steinwiese 16 D-57074 Siegen www.dometic.com...

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