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Installation and Owner's Manual
N304.3 (93 liter 3-way operation with propane gas, 240 volts AC, or 12 volts DC )
N404.3 (128 liter 3-way operation with propane gas, 240 volts AC, or 12 volts DC )
N504.3 (164 liter 3-way operation with propane gas, 240 volts AC, or 12 volts DC )
WARNING:
!
maintenance can cause personal injury or property damage. Refer to
this manual. For assistance or additional information, contact a qualified
installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquid in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
!
WARNING:
indoor cabin or other dwelling applications. This refrigerator must use only Thetford designed and approved outside
air intake and exhaust ventilation for correct and safe operation. Any other ventilation could cause lethal combustion
exhaust fumes and/or explosive propane gas fumes to be in the living area and/or to be below deck.
Thetford Australia
41 Lara Way
Campbellfield, VIC 3061
For Australian refrigerator models:
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
1. Open windows.
2. Don't touch electrical switches.
3. Extinguish any open flame.
4. Immediately call your gas supplier.
DO NOT install this refrigerator in below deck marine applications. Do not install this refrigerator in fixed
Thetford Customer Support
Telephone: (61) 03-9358-0700
Fax: (61) 03-9357-7060
Web Site: www.thetford.com.au
Part No. 634034B (04/08/2011)

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Irene
March 3, 2025

Water pools on the floor overnight when frige is on gas

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Mr. Anderson
March 3, 2025

Water pooling on the floor overnight when the Thetford N304.3 fridge is running on gas could be due to excessive frost buildup in the freezer or on the refrigerator fins. This can occur if food storage containers are not sealed, the refrigerator door is opened too frequently, the door gasket does not seal properly, or the refrigerator and freezer are not defrosted. When the frost melts, it can cause water to leak onto the floor. Checking and addressing these factors can help prevent water accumulation.

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Summary of Contents for Thetford N304.3

  • Page 1 Installation and Owner’s Manual For Australian refrigerator models: N304.3 (93 liter 3-way operation with propane gas, 240 volts AC, or 12 volts DC ) N404.3 (128 liter 3-way operation with propane gas, 240 volts AC, or 12 volts DC ) N504.3 (164 liter 3-way operation with propane gas, 240 volts AC, or 12 volts DC )
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety Awareness ...............12 injury, property damage, or both. Have service and Safety Instructions ..............12 maintenance work done by your dealer or by a Thetford Certification and Code Requirements.........12 authorized Service Center. Ventilation Requirements............13 Assemble the Enclosure .............13...
  • Page 3: Owner's Manual 3

    Many liquids are down after about two hours, contact your dealer or an authorized electrically conductive and can cause a shock hazard, Thetford Service Center. electrical shorts, and in some cases fire. For the best cooling performance:...
  • Page 4: Operating The Refrigerator Controls

    Ignition - propane gas operation: Operating the Refrigerator Controls 1. Open the valve at the propane gas storage tank. Control panel: 2. Turn the thermostat to the 5 position. 3. Turn the selector switch to the propane gas position ( 4.
  • Page 5: Start Up - Dc Operation

    - You may experience burner outages. This refrigerator is made to operate on DC power while your To avoid these possible problems, Thetford recommends that you vehicle is “in transit” and AC power or propane gas sources are operate the refrigerator on AC when at altitudes higher than 1.7 not available.
  • Page 6: Defrosting

    Defrosting Cleaning A good time to clean the refrigerator is just after you defrost it. The cooling fins of the refrigerator operate at below freezing temperature and will naturally form frost from humidity, which is Clean the inside of the refrigerator as often as necessary to avoid always present in the air.
  • Page 7: Door Sealing

    Thetford Service Center. While in propane gas operation, examine the appearance of the gas flame: Have a qualified RV dealer or an authorized Thetford Service Center do these annual safety and maintenance checks: - Turn the thermostat to the 5 position.
  • Page 8: Remove And Clean The Burner Orifice

    - Close the burner box door. Remove and clean the burner orifice: Remove the Refrigerator NOTE: Your dealer or an authorized Thetford Service Center must do this procedure. To remove and clean the burner orifice: NOTE: Your dealer or an authorized Thetford Service Center must do this procedure.
  • Page 9: Reinstall The Refrigerator

    Replacement Parts Reinstall the Refrigerator You may purchase replacement parts through your local RV NOTE: Your dealer or an authorized Thetford Service Center dealer or an authorized Thetford Service Center. must do this procedure. WARNING: Make sure the combustion seal is...
  • Page 10: Installation Manual

    The installation must obey the requirements remove the refrigerator or do servicing to the refrigerator. of this “installation Manual” for the THETFORD limited warranty to be in effect. - This refrigerator is not approved for use as a free standing refrigerator.
  • Page 11: Ventilation Requirements

    Ventilation Requirements Assemble the Enclosure 1. Make sure the enclosure is: WARNING: The completed installation must: N304 models 756 mm high x 521 mm wide x 543 mm deep. - Make sure there is sufficient intake of fresh air for combustion.
  • Page 12: Install The Refrigerator

    3. Install the upper exhaust vent: - Align the upper exhaust vent [24] horizontally above the lower intake vent [9] of the refrigerator. - If you install the roof exhaust vent (see Art01638): - Install a baffle [13] to prevent stagnant hot air in the area CAUTION: [14] above the refrigerator.
  • Page 13: Installation Options

    - Remove the screw [41] from the travel latch plate [162] on Installation Options the door. - Remove the screw [41] from the filler plate [163] on the door. Install the decorative door panel: - Put the travel latch plate on the other side of the door. NOTE: The decorative panels must be 5 mm or less in thickness.
  • Page 14: Connect The Electrical Components

    Connect the 12 volt DC supply (3-way models only): Connect the Electrical Components As the distance from the vehicle battery to the refrigerator increases, the correct wire size and fuse size also increases. If NOTE: The current draws are nominal values. the wire size is too small for the distance, a voltage drop occurs.
  • Page 15: Connect The Propane Gas Components

    2. Connect the D.C. power supply wires: - To prevent vibration and abrasion, make sure that the gas supply line is not against anything in the enclosure. - Attach a fully insulated 6.35 mm Quick Connect terminal to each DC power supply wire. - Attach the gas supply line to the bulkhead fitting [91] of the refrigerator (See Art01890).
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting Refrigerator Problems

    - That you open the refrigerator door only when necessary. - That the door gasket seals correctly. - That the refrigerator and freezer are defrosted. If you unable to correct your refrigerator problem after using this guide, see your dealer or an authorized Thetford Service Center. Owner’s Manual 16...
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  • Page 20 N304 models N404 and N504 models Art01639 Art01890 GRN / YEL Art01995...

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