Winnebago fuse Owner's Manual page 32

SECTION 4 –
APPLIANCES AND SYSTEMS
Basic Operation
Slide the control switches to the operating
positions described and observe the indicator
lights.
• Gas- Refrigerator will operate on gas from the
propane tank if the main valve is open and the
tank contains gas.
• Auto- Refrigerator will operate on 120-VAC
household current if the shoreline is
connected or the auxiliary generator is
running. If electricity is lost, it will
automatically switch over to Gas operation if
gas is available.
• Temperature Setting- Start at the coldest
setting to ensure coldest temperature in the
freezer compartment, then adjust warmer as
necessary after cold* food has been added.
• "On" Indicator Light- Glows steady when
refrigerator is operating properly.
• "Gas" Indicator Light- Will flash if gas is
not available. To operate the refrigerator you
must provide 120VAC then switch to Auto
operation.
NOTE: The refrigerator will retain temperature
more efficiently if food is cold before
placing inside.
Further Information
Refer to the manufacturer's user guide
provided in your InfoCase for complete operating
instructions, safety precautions, and maintenance
information.
4-2
REFRIGERATOR
–If Equipped
The refrigerator in your coach can operate
from either of three energy sources available to
the motorhome:
• 120-Volt AC Electric
• 12-Volt DC Electric
• Propane Gas
NOTE: The 12V DC operation is only
operational while the engine is running.
To be able to use all energy sources, the
refrigerator does not have a compressor like
household refrigerators. Instead, it uses an
ammonia-water solution for cooling. Basically,
ammonia vapor is distilled from the solution by
heat produced from either propane gas flame or
electrical heat element. The ammonia vapor is
then carried to the finned condenser where it
liquefies. The liquid then flows to an evaporator
where it creates cooling by evaporation. The
ammonia circulates back into the water solution
and the cooling cycle continues.
WARNING
Do not let children play inside the
motorhome unattended. Unlike your
home refrigerator/freezer that one could
push open the door from the inside, your
motorhome refrigerator has a travel latch
and when engaged would trap a child
inside resulting in suffocation leading to
death or serious injury.
Leveling
Before operating the refrigerator when the
motorhome is stationary, place a small level on
the bottom of the refrigerator and make certain
the unit is level. If over 1/2 of the bubble is inside
the circle in any direction, the coach is level
enough for continuous operation of the
refrigerator while parked.