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  • Page 25 SERVICE MANUAL 2117 Series Gas/Electric Refrigerators © NORCOLD, INC. All rights reserved. Publication No. 630614B (06-19-07)
  • Page 26 This service manual provides maintenance, spring pin replacements, AC power requirements, AC diagnostic, and repair information for NORCOLD ® power cords, AC fuse, and AC heaters. model 2117-XX gas absorption refrigerators.
  • Page 27 Cooling System Serial Number NORCOLD ® . All genuine Norcold cooling systems are  Customer last and first name. serialized. Serial number labels location are  Address, City, State, Zip Code.
  • Page 28 NORCOLD. INC. TESTED FOR LP GAS: EQUIPPED FOR PROPANE / Teste pourle GPL, equipped por le propan SIDNEY, OHIO SUPPLY 11 "WC BURNER 10.5 "WC bruleur alimentati SERIAL # / N de serie REFRIGERANT/frigorigene 120VAC XX Amps XXX Watts XXXXXXX...
  • Page 29 Safety Review General Safety  Prevent child entrapment! Before disposing  Use an anti-static grounding strap before of the refrigerator, remove all doors and attempting to handle, remove or install the power board. fasten all shelves with retainers. Cooling System Safety  External components may have sharp corners and edges.
  • Page 30 2 —S ection pecificationS Internal Capacities Total capacity -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------17 cu. ft. Freezer ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5.3 cu.ft. Fresh food compartment volume ----------------------------------------------------------------- 11.7 cu.ft. Controls Type ------------------------------------------------------------------ Electronic with built-in self diagnostic ON/OFF/MODE/TEMP SET switches ---------------------- LCD assembly with flush-pushbuttons Temperature setting range ------------------------------------------------------------ 1=cold to 9=coldest Temperature /defrost sensing devices -------------------------------------------------------- Thermistors Off-level operating limits Side-to-side------------------------------------------------------------ 3 degrees maximum at refrigerator...
  • Page 31 3 — Q ection uick reference rouble hooting uide Problem Probable Cause Reference Page 10 12 volt DC not connected to power board. Blank display- Refrigerator Loose / broken connector. Page 10 does not turn ON. Power board F1 fuse open (blown). Page 12 One AC heater failed open.
  • Page 32 Fault Code Probable Cause Reference No 12 volt DC to power board. Page 10 Power board F1 fuse open (blown). Page 10 Control panel overlay malfunction. Page 10 AC heaters not connected to power board. Page 16 Page 16 AC heaters connected incorrectly to power board. Page 16 All three AC heaters failed open.
  • Page 33 Fault Code Probable Cause Reference Open circuit high temperature limit switch. Page 22 No AC voltage input to power board. Page 24 AC cord unplugged at power board. Page 24 Page 24 Power board F2 fuse open (blown). Burner failed to ignite or relight. Page 25 Page 27 Flame sensing circuit malfunction.
  • Page 34 Troubleshooting Flowcharts Blank display- Refrigerator does not turn ON. Begin • Check DC voltage input at Power Board. • Check for loose or damaged RV wiring 10.5 to 15.4 VDC at Power Board or connectors. terminals 12 VDC & GND? •...
  • Page 35 From page 10 • Wire harness connector not fully plugged in and locked 1. Plug wire harness connector back into into P1 Power Board P1 the P1 Power Board connector. connector. Voltage output? 2. Check for voltage across the Red/Blue •...
  • Page 36 Continuity through the Wire Harness Blue wire? If possible make repairs. If repairs are not suc- Continuity through the Wire Harness cessful or cannot be made, call Norcold Technical Red/Yellow wire? Support 1-800-444-7210 for assistance. 1. Plug the wire harness back into the Power Board P1 connector.
  • Page 37 100 B ANSI Z21. 2 F1 Fuse/5 Amp 5VDC 0544 700514 05-43 5A@120VAC CHINA CPC - E 12 VDC 94 V - 0 TRUE RMS MULTIMETER P1-6 P1-1 MIN MAX RANGE HOLD 4 1/2 DIGITS PEAK MIN MAX 1 Seconds –...
  • Page 38 Red/Blue TRUE RMS MULTIMETER Black MIN MAX RANGE HOLD PEAK MIN MAX 4 1/2 DIGITS 1 Seconds µA mA µA 400mA MAX CAT II FUSED 10A MAX 1000V MAX FUSED 10.5 to 15.4 votls DC Figure 3-4. — Measuring DC voltage across the Black wire and Red/Blue wire at the optical controls display assembly circuit board connector.
  • Page 39 To check Red/Yellow wire and Blue wire for continuity: P2 Power board connector 1. Disconnect P1 and P2 from Power Board. Blue 2. Disconnect Optical Control Assembly P1 from circuit board. Jumper into P1-9 and P2-3 3. Jump Red/Yellow wire and Blue wire at P1 Power board connector Power Board P1 and P2 connector.
  • Page 40 AC HE Code— AC Heaters Failed Open IMPORTANT   The AC HE fault is recorded in either the AUTO or Manual AC mode. The following may apply. AUTO MODE: When AC heaters current input falls below 0.5 amperes and AUTO LP has locked out, the fault is set and recorded to non volatile memory approximately 25 seconds after it occurs, providing there is a call for cooling.
  • Page 41 AC rE Code—AC Relay Stuck Closed IMPORTANT   The AC rE fault is recorded in all operating modes any time AC heater current is sensed on when it is supposed to be off. The AC rE code displays and is recorded in non volatile memory approximately 25 seconds after the fault occurs.
  • Page 42 dc LO Fault Code—DC Voltage Low IMPORTANT   The dc LO fault is recorded in all operating modes any time DC voltage input falls below 10.5 volts DC. The dc LO code displays and is recorded in non volatile memory approximately 25 seconds after the fault occurs.
  • Page 43 dr Code—Door sensed ajar or open for more than 2 minutes IMPORTANT   The dr fault is recorded in all operating modes any time one or both fresh food compartment door has been sensed open for two minutes. The controls turn the light off after the two minute period.
  • Page 44 From page 19 Replace door. Door damaged or warped? 1. Recheck fresh food compart- ment doors alignment. Align doors as needed. Switches turn off light when held Replace switch. 2. Check worn hinge bushing . closed? 3. Check for bent bottom hinges. Replace as needed.
  • Page 45 FL – – Code — Flame Present with Gas Off IMPORTANT   The FL -- fault is recorded in all operating modes any time a flame is sensed at the burner when is not supposed to be lit. The FL -- fault displays and is recorded in non volatile memory approximately 25 seconds after it occurs.
  • Page 46 L1 oP Code — Open High Temperature Limit Switch IMPORTANT   The L1 oP indicates the high temperature limit switch is open or disconnected. The switch is located on the cooling system canister. It is designed to open when the cooling system boiler temperature exceeds 378 degrees Fahrenheit (192.2 degrees Celsius).
  • Page 47 From page 22 Obstructions blocking air flow through the enclosure? Check fans operation. 1. Clear obstructions. 2. Replace/reset high temperature limit switch. 3. Test cooling system performance on AC and LP gas operation. Fans okay? Check fans switch. 1. Replace fans. 2.
  • Page 48 no AC Code—AC Mode Selected/ AC Voltage Not Available IMPORTANT   The no AC fault is recorded in either the AUTO or AC manual mode. For the fault to occur in the Auto AC Mode AC voltage has to fall below 85 volts with LP gas operation locked out by the controls.
  • Page 49 no FL Code—Burner Failed to Light/Relight IMPORTANT   The no FL fault is recorded in both the AUTO and MANUAL LP mode. Once the 30-second trial for ignition has timed out, the fault is set and recorded in non volatile memory approximately 25 seconds later.
  • Page 50 Check continuity of solenoid coil wires. From page 25 See Figure 3-11, page 26. Repair wires. Continuity? Check voltage output to solenoid coil. Check continuity Replace power Voltage present during trial for ignition? board. Check for cracks Replace gas valve. Check for tightness Figure 3-10.
  • Page 51 Sr Code—Flame Sensing Malfunction IMPORTANT   This fault is recorded in all operating modes anytime one of the following occurs: Problem in flame sense circuitry. Gas valve drive circuit present when it is not supposed to be. Gas valve drive circuit not present when it is supposed to be. Internal memory fault.
  • Page 52 C1—Fresh Food Air Thermistor Out of Range Begin Connect thermistor to circuit. Thermistor connected to circuit? Check thermistor resistance. Resistance range is Replace thermistor 1.35 kΩ to 250 kΩ. Check connections and terminals. Clean/repair as needed.
  • Page 53 C2—Freezer Fin Thermistor Out of Range Begin Connect thermistor to circuit. Thermistor connected to circuit? Check thermistor resistance. Resistance range is Replace thermistor 1.35 kΩ to 250 kΩ. Check connections and terminals. Clean/repair as needed.
  • Page 54 C3—Freezer Air Thermistor Out of Range Begin Connect thermistor to circuit. Thermistor connected to circuit? Check thermistor resistance. Resistance range is Replace thermistor 1.35 kΩ to 250 kΩ. Check connections and terminals. Clean/repair as needed.
  • Page 55 C4—Cooling Unit FansThermistor Out of Range Begin Connect thermistor to circuit. Thermistor connected to circuit? Check thermistor resistance. Resistance range Replace thermistor is 120 Ω to 250 kΩ. Check connections and terminals. Clean/repair as needed.
  • Page 56 C5—Fresh Food Fin Thermistor Out of Range Begin Connect thermistor to circuit. Thermistor connected to circuit? Check thermistor resistance. Resistance range is 1.6 kΩ Replace thermistor to 295 kΩ. Check connections and terminals. Clean/repair as needed.
  • Page 57 4 —lp g ection yStem WARNING When working on or near the LP gas system:  Do not smoke or light fires! Extinguish  Do not cross thread fittings. Be careful all open flames! when connecting or disconnecting components, piping or fittings.  Do not use matches, lighters or an open flame to test for LP gas leaks.
  • Page 58 Burner tube Gas valve LP 22 orifice Bracket 8-slot burner Figure 4-1. —2117 LP gas system components. Gas Valve Operation The gas valve is illustrated in Figure 4-2. In AUTO LP gas mode or LP gas mode operation the controls energize the solenoid Specifications coil to open the gas valve.
  • Page 59 Serviceability The gas valve has no replaceable parts. 6. Disconnect the LP gas supply line. The valve and its 12 volt DC solenoid coil 7. Disconnect the burner tube. terminals should be maintained dry and clean. 8. Remove two, #8/32 X 3/8" Phillips screws that hold the existing gas valve to the bracket, then remove the valve.
  • Page 60 Solenoid coil 12 volt DC connections Bracket RV LP Gas supply Burner tube LP Gas supply line connection fitting Burner tube connection fitting Torque 75 to 95 in. lbs. Torque 75 to 95 in. lbs. #8/32 X 1/2” Phillips Screws (2) Figure 4-3.
  • Page 61 Measuring Solenoid Coil Resistance Tools: Multimeter To measure solenoid coil resistance. 1. Turn off the refrigerator. 2. Disconnect wires at the solenoid coil Coil terminal connections. 3. Set multimeter to the Ohm function. Solenoid coil 4. Connect multimeter probes to the solenoid coil terminals as illustrated in Figure 4-4.
  • Page 62 Burner and Orifice Assembly 8- Slot Burner The 8-slot burner, illustrated in Retaining Screw Figure 4-6 is fitted an LP 22 cap #8/32 X 3/8" Phillips Screw style orifice. The burner is retained Orifice Assembly in the burner box by a #8/32 x 1” Phillips pan head screw.
  • Page 63 10. Check the orifice. Replace if the condition of 14. Connect the burner tube to the orifice the orifice assembly is questionable.To clean adapter fitting. Thread the fitting by hand, the orifice assembly, dip the assembly in then torque fitting within 75 and 95 in. lbs. denature alcohol and air dry.
  • Page 64 5 – e ection lectrical ower eQuirementS and omponentS DC Power Requirement 2. Remove the light cover. 3. Remove the existing light bulb. Refrigerator controls require 12 volt DC to operate. Minimum control voltage input is 10.5 4. Install the new light bulb (P/N 61689122). volts;...
  • Page 65 IMPORTANT   In roof vented installations it may be necessary to remove the refrigerator from the enclosure to measure thermistor resistance or to check the fan operation. In sidewall installations the thermistor resistance and fan operation can be checked Light fixture after removing the upper sidewall vent.
  • Page 66 Checking Thermistor Resistance To check thermistor resistance: 1. Disconnect the thermistor from the harness. 2. Set the multi meter to ohm meter function. 3. Connect probes to thermistor terminals. + Fan RED lead + Fan RED lead  Out of range thermistor measures less than 120 Ω...
  • Page 67 To install the replacement flapper assembly reverse steps 4 through 1 and refer to Figure 5-9. Spring pins After completing installation, close and open Flapper assembly Contacts the door several times to make sure the flapper assembly retracts when out of the guide blocks and extends when fully seated in the guide blocks.
  • Page 68 Contact point on cabinet CAUTION Flange Do not attempt to remove the spring pin flange from door! The flange is not a replaceable part. Attempting to remove the Left door - hinge side flange will disconnect the wires from the pins housing resulting in door replacement.
  • Page 69 AC Fuse The AC fuse, shown on Figure 5-13, is an 8 amp fast acting 1/4 x 1-1/4" AGC fuse. AC heaters 100 B ANSI Z21. 2 Stop bead 5VDC 0544 700514 05-43 5A@120VAC CHINA CPC - E 94 V - 0 AC fuse, AGC 8 amp Figure 5-13.
  • Page 70 6 —e ection lectronic ontrolS Power Board 100 B ANSI Z21. 2 A front view of the power board is illustrated in Figure 6-1. Inputs, outputs, monitoring information, fault codes, and diagnostics are communicated through a wire harness that links the power board to the optical control panel.
  • Page 71 WARNING : High voltage can cause servere injury and death. ONLY qualified RV service techincians are autorized to remove this cover. Do not allow leak detecting solutions to touch the electrical components. Many liquids are electrically conductive and can cause a shock hazard, electical shorts, and in some cases fire.
  • Page 72 Power board replacement Tools: 1/4" nut driver Anti-static wrist strap 1. Power OFF the refrigerator. b. Yellow wire and Yellow “Y” jumper 2. Power OFF the RV DC power to the terminals AC_HT_HI and AC_HT_HI2. refrigerator. 9. Disconnect the high temperature limit switch For steps 3 through 5 see Figure 6-6.
  • Page 73 Figure 6-8. —Control panel. Control Panel The LCD module displays actual information. The control panel, illustrated in Figure 6-8, See Figure 6-9 for details. contains the ON/OFF switch button , MODE switch button , LCD module , TEMP SET One of nine temperature settings, 1 (cold) switch button and LCD brightness button through 9 (coldest), can be selected by...
  • Page 74 Figure 6-10. —Control panel and related components. Control Panel Replacement Tools: #2 Phillips Screwdriver 5. Disconnect the wire harness from To replace the control panel see Figure 6-10, control panel circuit board and: 6. Connect the wire harness to the replacement 1.
  • Page 75 Defrost and Temperature Control Defrost Interval timer clears when freezer fin temperature is above 30°F (-1°C) or if the freezer Freezer and food compartment defrost and fin thermistor is shorted (less than 1.35 kΩ). temperature control is through the defrost and When defrost interval timer reaches 780 temperature control daughter board.
  • Page 76 Fresh Food Compartment Heater Defrost Cycle Termination This heater is de-energized when fresh A defrost cycle ends automatically if the cycle is not food fin temperature climbs above 35°F completed within 60 minutes or if the freezer fin and (1.6°C) or if the fresh food compartment the fresh food compartment fin thermistors are both fin thermistor is out of range (<1.6kΩ...
  • Page 77 Manual Defrost Function —Diagnostic Mode “A” Manual Defrost Function —Diagnostic Mode “b” To initiate a manual defrost cycle: To initiate a 96-hour defrost bypass cycle: 1. Set the controls to Diagnostics by pressing 1. Set the controls to Diagnostics by pressing the MODE and TEMP switch buttons at the and holding the MODE and TEMP buttons at same time.

  • Page 78: Leveled Operation

    7 — c ection ooling yStem The cooling system is a sealed gas absorption To maintain cooling efficiency cooling air has refrigeration system charged with R 707 refrigerant. to flow freely over the external walls of the absorber coils and over the condenser fins. When ventilation is suspected of being the NOTE cause of poor cooling, make sure that:...
  • Page 79 “O” shape flue cap Flue baffle wire Flue Flue Flue baffle Canister 8-slot burner Figure 7-1. —Flue and associated components. Blocked or jammed flue cap  Removal of insulating canister A flue cap that is blocked with insulation and or jammed against the flue opening restricts the  Installation of insect screen over intake flow of exhaust gases from the burner box.
  • Page 80 6. Power off the ice maker. 7. Set the controls to Diagnostics. a. Navigate to screen C, fin temperature. b. Record time and fin temperature. 8. Allow the refrigerator to operate for eight hours with all doors fully closed. Replace cooling unit when all of these are met: 1.
  • Page 81 Cooling System Diagnostic Flowchart WARNING WARNING Do not bypass or modify the refrigerator controls. Do not wire the heater directly. Do not power ON the refrigerator if the Heaters are supplied power through a cooling system has a leak or is suspected fused circuit.
  • Page 82 From page 57 Replace cooling system. Gurgling sound from boiler area? Test cooling system performance. Cooling system performance check: 1. Turn on refrigerator 2. Set mode to AC. 3. Set temperature setting to 9. 4. Place a thermometer in a Replace cooling unit.
  • Page 83 Cooling System Removal IMPORTANT   Cooling system replacement requires removing the refrigerator from the enclosure. It is not possible to anticipate all of the RV manufacturers enclosure design or refrigerator installations practices. Always, double check for additional screws and brackets before attempting to remove the refrigerator from the enclosure as certain RV manufacturers may install additional brackets or screws to secure the top and the sides of...
  • Page 84 Applying Thermal Mastic Sealant CAUTION WARNING Use only NORCOLD approved Thermal Mastic sealant (part number 61450740). Do not Always use two wrenches to loosen use silicon, latex or petroleum base sealant. or tighten fittings to prevent damaging Silicone, latex and petroleum-sealants may components, piping, or fittings.
  • Page 85 1. Apply a 3/4 inch wide x 1/2 inch thick bead of 4. Seat the cooling unit firmly into the cabinet Thermal Mastic sealant to the surface of the by applying even pressure on each corner of evaporator tubes shown in Figure 7-7. the foam plug.
  • Page 86 External Fan Thermistor Screw -condenser bracket Screws -condenser bracket Hold down bracket WRAPPER Fans (2) Screw -absorber bracket Screw -absorber bracket Gas valve Power board cover Drip cup Water Valve Burner Figure 7-6. — Cooling unit component location.
  • Page 87 17. Install the gas valve and burner assembly. 18. Install the burner box cover. 19. Install the drip cup. 20. Install the ice maker water valve (IM models), then reconnect wiring and tubing. WARNING Do not attempt to upright the refrigerator without the assistance of an able person.
  • Page 88 8 —d ection iagnoSticS Diagnostic Mode Setting Display to Diagnostics The diagnostics mode is a tool designed To set the display to diagnostics: to assist in verifying temperature, inputs, outputs, and to retrieve recorded fault stored 1. Press and hold down the MODE by the controls.
  • Page 89 Diagnostic Screens Information Screen 1 Screen 3 -Defrost Fault History The number 1 displays and within five seconds The number 3 displays and within five seconds, the screen number turns off and All segments if present, recorded defrost fault history displays. illuminate to indicate the controls are set to diagnostics.
  • Page 90 Screen 7 -Power Board Inputs Screen 5 Stored Fault History Display stored fault history screens using Displays “live” power board inputs through illuminated illuminated segments. Segments fault segments. The assigned segments and information are illustrated below. descriptions are illustrated below. 1-Fresh food compartment 2-Sensing flame (LP gas light is off and door is closed...
  • Page 91 Screen C - Fresh Food Fin Temperature Screen 9 -DC Voltage Input The letter C displays and within five seconds Displays DC voltage input to power board through the fresh food compartment fin temperature illuminated segments. The assigned segments and displays.
  • Page 92 9 —i ection aker Ice Maker Operation The ice maker, shown in Figure 9-1, is The left freezer temperature determines the supplied AC power through a wire harness. It efficiency of the ice maker. The colder the is ON when the shut-off arm is lowered to the temperature in the freezer, the faster the water down position and OFF when the shut-off arm in the mold will freeze.
  • Page 93 Components Wire Harness AC Power Cord Green Ice Maker Brown White Thermal fuse Black Tab style locking connector Thermal fuse Flat side clipped to mold. Black: line voltage/female Green: ground/with quick-connect White: neutral/male quick-connect Brown: to water valve solenoid coil/female quick-connect Figure 9-3.
  • Page 94 Water Fill Line Figure 9-4 shows the water fill line. The fill Water fill tube line connection at the water valve is a 1/4 inch plastic compression fitting. The connection at the water fill tube is made with a 1/2 inch hose clamp.
  • Page 95 Solenoid coil Water Valve The water valve, shown in Figure 9-6, is not a repairable component. Bracket The solenoid coil is rated for 20 Watts @120 VAC. The ice maker cycle energizes the coil for approximately seven seconds shortly after the ice cubes are ejected.
  • Page 96 120 VAC WHITE Cycling the Ice Maker Manually 120 VAC BROWN Cycling the ice maker manually verifies the Spacer (2) motor works, the mold heater turns on and off, #8-32 x 2" Screw (2) the shut-off arm travels to the OFF position, the water valve opens for seven seconds, and +12 VDC in the shut-off arm drops to the ON position.
  • Page 97 6. Pull out the jumper wire when a “click” sound is heard and no later than 15 seconds after jumpering test points T and H. a. The motor turns the ejector in a clockwise direction and the mold heater energizes. b.
  • Page 98 Normal setting = internal contact opening centered in module hole Water fill adjustment screw 185W–115V– 60 HZ 01/13/03 185W–115V– 60 HZ 01/13/03 Do not exceed one turn Figure 9-11. —Jumpering test points V and L. Figure 9-12. —Water adjustment screw and contact alignment location.
  • Page 99 Checking Water Valve Solenoid Coil Resistance 87 III The solenoid coil resistance should measure between 295 and 360 ohms. It can be checked at the water valve solenoid coil as shown in Figure 9-13 or through the ice maker module mA m A test points V and N as shown in Figure 9-14.
  • Page 100 NOTE 185W–115V– 60 HZ The multimeter test probe tips must be at least 01/13/03 1/2 inch long to contact the test points. 5. Set the multimeter to ohmmeter function, then insert one probe into point L and the 87 III other into point H as Figure 9-15 shows.
  • Page 101 Ice Maker Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Probable Cause Solution 1. No AC power available. 1. Restore AC power. Not cycling and no 2. No water available. 2. Restore water pressure. ice in mold. 3. Water valve strained clogged. 3. Clean water valve strainer. 4.
  • Page 102 Press on to Install Ice Maker Replacement Procedure Tools 5/16” nut driver Cover #2 Flat blade screwdriver To remove the ice maker: 1. Turn off the refrigerator. Thermal fuse 2. Unplug the ice maker AC power cord at the Pull to remove RV outlet.
  • Page 103 Figure 9-21 shows the back view of modular water valve assembly on 2117 IMWD (ice maker and water dispenser). The label on the side of the assembly lists the assembly part number, specifications, and identifies the water dispenser solenoid coil (colored Blue, 12 VDC) and the ice maker solenoid coil (colored Red, 120 VAC).
  • Page 104 10 —w ection ater iSpenSer The water dispenser is an optional system installed at the factory. The main components are the divider mounted water dispenser (Figure 10-1), the reservoir (Figure 10-2), and the water valve (Figure 10-3). Reservoir -27 fl. oz. capacity Cover - attached with hook and loop tape Figure.
  • Page 105 Water Dispenser —Operation The water dispenser works: Pressing a small Water flows from top of the reservoir to the container against the spring- loaded paddle spigot. The water flowing out of the spigot is drives in the plunger, which closes the switch. replaced by water flowing into the reservoir as illustrated in Figure 10-4 The switch sends power to the water valve...
  • Page 106 Water Valve Replacement 4. Disconnect the +12 volt DC BLACK ③ wire and the -12 volt DC WHITE ④ wire from the NOTE water valve solenoid coil. 5. Disconnect thermostatic switch and the water fill line heater: This procedure applies only to the modular ice a.
  • Page 107 Reservoir Replacement Dispenser Switch Replacement Tools # 2 Phillips Screwdriver 1. Shut off the water supply to the valve. 2. Place a suitable container under the spigot then operate dispenser to relieve water pressure. 3. Power off the refrigerator. 4. Disconnect the water line at the valve and place the end in suitable container to catch the draining water.
  • Page 108 LED Circuit Board Replacement Tools Hinge cover # 2 Phillips Screwdriver 1. Power off the refrigerator. 2. Remove the left hinge cover. 3. Remove the striker plate. 4. Remove water dispenser cover. See Figure 10-10. 5. Disconnect circuit board from circuit.
  • Page 109 12VDC LIMIT_OUT LIMIT_IN AC_HT_HI_2 AC_HT_HI AC_HT_LO_2 AC_HT_LO Figure. 11-3. — Wiring pictorial...
  • Page 110 12VDC GN/VE WH/BC WH/BC BK/NR WH/BC RD/RG RD-BU/RG-BL OR/OR RD-YL/RG/JN WH/BC YL/JN LIMIT OUT RD/RG RD/RG LIMIT IN AC_HT_HI_2 BU/BL BU/BL AC_HT_HI AC_HT_LO_2 YL/JN YL/JN AC_HT_LO RD-BU/RG-BL FFFT BK-YL / NR-JN Figure. 11-4. — Wiring pictorial...
  • Page 111 Ice Maker WIring Diagram and Pictorial GRN / VERT BRN / BRUN NEUTRAL (RIBBED) / NEUTRE (À NERVURES) HOT(SMOOTH)/ CHAUD (PLAT) Figure. 11-5. — Ice maker wiring diagram and pictorial ..............................120 VAC Hot/Smooth ............................120 VAC Neutral/Smooth ..............................Ground connection ................................
  • Page 112 NORCOLD, Inc. Customer Support Dept. NORCOLD, Inc. Telephone: 800-543-1219 Fax: 937-497-3183 P. O. Box 4248 www.norcold.com Sidney, OH 45365 630614b (06-19-07) ublication...
  • Page 151 SERVICE MANUAL 2117 Series Gas/Electric Refrigerators © NORCOLD, INC. All rights reserved. Publication No. 630614B (06-19-07)
  • Page 152 This service manual provides maintenance, spring pin replacements, AC power requirements, AC diagnostic, and repair information for NORCOLD ® power cords, AC fuse, and AC heaters. model 2117-XX gas absorption refrigerators.
  • Page 153 Cooling System Serial Number NORCOLD ® . All genuine Norcold cooling systems are  Customer last and first name. serialized. Serial number labels location are  Address, City, State, Zip Code.
  • Page 154 NORCOLD. INC. TESTED FOR LP GAS: EQUIPPED FOR PROPANE / Teste pourle GPL, equipped por le propan SIDNEY, OHIO SUPPLY 11 "WC BURNER 10.5 "WC bruleur alimentati SERIAL # / N de serie REFRIGERANT/frigorigene 120VAC XX Amps XXX Watts XXXXXXX...
  • Page 155 Safety Review General Safety  Prevent child entrapment! Before disposing  Use an anti-static grounding strap before of the refrigerator, remove all doors and attempting to handle, remove or install the power board. fasten all shelves with retainers. Cooling System Safety  External components may have sharp corners and edges.
  • Page 156 2 —S ection pecificationS Internal Capacities Total capacity -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------17 cu. ft. Freezer ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5.3 cu.ft. Fresh food compartment volume ----------------------------------------------------------------- 11.7 cu.ft. Controls Type ------------------------------------------------------------------ Electronic with built-in self diagnostic ON/OFF/MODE/TEMP SET switches ---------------------- LCD assembly with flush-pushbuttons Temperature setting range ------------------------------------------------------------ 1=cold to 9=coldest Temperature /defrost sensing devices -------------------------------------------------------- Thermistors Off-level operating limits Side-to-side------------------------------------------------------------ 3 degrees maximum at refrigerator...

  • Page 157: Volt Dc Not Connected To Power Board

    3 — Q ection uick reference rouble hooting uide Problem Probable Cause Reference Page 10 12 volt DC not connected to power board. Blank display- Refrigerator Loose / broken connector. Page 10 does not turn ON. Power board F1 fuse open (blown). Page 12 One AC heater failed open.

  • Page 158: Power Board F1 Fuse Open (Blown)

    Fault Code Probable Cause Reference No 12 volt DC to power board. Page 10 Power board F1 fuse open (blown). Page 10 Control panel overlay malfunction. Page 10 AC heaters not connected to power board. Page 16 Page 16 AC heaters connected incorrectly to power board. Page 16 All three AC heaters failed open.
  • Page 159 Fault Code Probable Cause Reference Open circuit high temperature limit switch. Page 22 No AC voltage input to power board. Page 24 AC cord unplugged at power board. Page 24 Page 24 Power board F2 fuse open (blown). Burner failed to ignite or relight. Page 25 Page 27 Flame sensing circuit malfunction.
  • Page 160 Troubleshooting Flowcharts Blank display- Refrigerator does not turn ON. Begin • Check DC voltage input at Power Board. • Check for loose or damaged RV wiring 10.5 to 15.4 VDC at Power Board or connectors. terminals 12 VDC & GND? •...
  • Page 161 From page 10 • Wire harness connector not fully plugged in and locked 1. Plug wire harness connector back into into P1 Power Board P1 the P1 Power Board connector. connector. Voltage output? 2. Check for voltage across the Red/Blue •...
  • Page 162 Continuity through the Wire Harness Blue wire? If possible make repairs. If repairs are not suc- Continuity through the Wire Harness cessful or cannot be made, call Norcold Technical Red/Yellow wire? Support 1-800-444-7210 for assistance. 1. Plug the wire harness back into the Power Board P1 connector.
  • Page 163 100 B ANSI Z21. 2 F1 Fuse/5 Amp 5VDC 0544 700514 05-43 5A@120VAC CHINA CPC - E 12 VDC 94 V - 0 TRUE RMS MULTIMETER P1-6 P1-1 MIN MAX RANGE HOLD 4 1/2 DIGITS PEAK MIN MAX 1 Seconds –...
  • Page 164 Red/Blue TRUE RMS MULTIMETER Black MIN MAX RANGE HOLD PEAK MIN MAX 4 1/2 DIGITS 1 Seconds µA mA µA 400mA MAX CAT II FUSED 10A MAX 1000V MAX FUSED 10.5 to 15.4 votls DC Figure 3-4. — Measuring DC voltage across the Black wire and Red/Blue wire at the optical controls display assembly circuit board connector.
  • Page 165 To check Red/Yellow wire and Blue wire for continuity: P2 Power board connector 1. Disconnect P1 and P2 from Power Board. Blue 2. Disconnect Optical Control Assembly P1 from circuit board. Jumper into P1-9 and P2-3 3. Jump Red/Yellow wire and Blue wire at P1 Power board connector Power Board P1 and P2 connector.
  • Page 166 AC HE Code— AC Heaters Failed Open IMPORTANT   The AC HE fault is recorded in either the AUTO or Manual AC mode. The following may apply. AUTO MODE: When AC heaters current input falls below 0.5 amperes and AUTO LP has locked out, the fault is set and recorded to non volatile memory approximately 25 seconds after it occurs, providing there is a call for cooling.
  • Page 167 AC rE Code—AC Relay Stuck Closed IMPORTANT   The AC rE fault is recorded in all operating modes any time AC heater current is sensed on when it is supposed to be off. The AC rE code displays and is recorded in non volatile memory approximately 25 seconds after the fault occurs.
  • Page 168 dc LO Fault Code—DC Voltage Low IMPORTANT   The dc LO fault is recorded in all operating modes any time DC voltage input falls below 10.5 volts DC. The dc LO code displays and is recorded in non volatile memory approximately 25 seconds after the fault occurs.
  • Page 169 dr Code—Door sensed ajar or open for more than 2 minutes IMPORTANT   The dr fault is recorded in all operating modes any time one or both fresh food compartment door has been sensed open for two minutes. The controls turn the light off after the two minute period.
  • Page 170 From page 19 Replace door. Door damaged or warped? 1. Recheck fresh food compart- ment doors alignment. Align doors as needed. Switches turn off light when held Replace switch. 2. Check worn hinge bushing . closed? 3. Check for bent bottom hinges. Replace as needed.
  • Page 171 FL – – Code — Flame Present with Gas Off IMPORTANT   The FL -- fault is recorded in all operating modes any time a flame is sensed at the burner when is not supposed to be lit. The FL -- fault displays and is recorded in non volatile memory approximately 25 seconds after it occurs.

  • Page 172: Cooling System

    L1 oP Code — Open High Temperature Limit Switch IMPORTANT   The L1 oP indicates the high temperature limit switch is open or disconnected. The switch is located on the cooling system canister. It is designed to open when the cooling system boiler temperature exceeds 378 degrees Fahrenheit (192.2 degrees Celsius).
  • Page 173 From page 22 Obstructions blocking air flow through the enclosure? Check fans operation. 1. Clear obstructions. 2. Replace/reset high temperature limit switch. 3. Test cooling system performance on AC and LP gas operation. Fans okay? Check fans switch. 1. Replace fans. 2.
  • Page 174 no AC Code—AC Mode Selected/ AC Voltage Not Available IMPORTANT   The no AC fault is recorded in either the AUTO or AC manual mode. For the fault to occur in the Auto AC Mode AC voltage has to fall below 85 volts with LP gas operation locked out by the controls.
  • Page 175 no FL Code—Burner Failed to Light/Relight IMPORTANT   The no FL fault is recorded in both the AUTO and MANUAL LP mode. Once the 30-second trial for ignition has timed out, the fault is set and recorded in non volatile memory approximately 25 seconds later.
  • Page 176 Check continuity of solenoid coil wires. From page 25 See Figure 3-11, page 26. Repair wires. Continuity? Check voltage output to solenoid coil. Check continuity Replace power Voltage present during trial for ignition? board. Check for cracks Replace gas valve. Check for tightness Figure 3-10.
  • Page 177 Sr Code—Flame Sensing Malfunction IMPORTANT   This fault is recorded in all operating modes anytime one of the following occurs: Problem in flame sense circuitry. Gas valve drive circuit present when it is not supposed to be. Gas valve drive circuit not present when it is supposed to be. Internal memory fault.
  • Page 178 C1—Fresh Food Air Thermistor Out of Range Begin Connect thermistor to circuit. Thermistor connected to circuit? Check thermistor resistance. Resistance range is Replace thermistor 1.35 kΩ to 250 kΩ. Check connections and terminals. Clean/repair as needed.
  • Page 179 C2—Freezer Fin Thermistor Out of Range Begin Connect thermistor to circuit. Thermistor connected to circuit? Check thermistor resistance. Resistance range is Replace thermistor 1.35 kΩ to 250 kΩ. Check connections and terminals. Clean/repair as needed.
  • Page 180 C3—Freezer Air Thermistor Out of Range Begin Connect thermistor to circuit. Thermistor connected to circuit? Check thermistor resistance. Resistance range is Replace thermistor 1.35 kΩ to 250 kΩ. Check connections and terminals. Clean/repair as needed.
  • Page 181 C4—Cooling Unit FansThermistor Out of Range Begin Connect thermistor to circuit. Thermistor connected to circuit? Check thermistor resistance. Resistance range Replace thermistor is 120 Ω to 250 kΩ. Check connections and terminals. Clean/repair as needed.
  • Page 182 C5—Fresh Food Fin Thermistor Out of Range Begin Connect thermistor to circuit. Thermistor connected to circuit? Check thermistor resistance. Resistance range is 1.6 kΩ Replace thermistor to 295 kΩ. Check connections and terminals. Clean/repair as needed.
  • Page 183 4 —lp g ection yStem WARNING When working on or near the LP gas system:  Do not smoke or light fires! Extinguish  Do not cross thread fittings. Be careful all open flames! when connecting or disconnecting components, piping or fittings.  Do not use matches, lighters or an open flame to test for LP gas leaks.
  • Page 184 Burner tube Gas valve LP 22 orifice Bracket 8-slot burner Figure 4-1. —2117 LP gas system components. Gas Valve Operation The gas valve is illustrated in Figure 4-2. In AUTO LP gas mode or LP gas mode operation the controls energize the solenoid Specifications coil to open the gas valve.
  • Page 185 Serviceability The gas valve has no replaceable parts. 6. Disconnect the LP gas supply line. The valve and its 12 volt DC solenoid coil 7. Disconnect the burner tube. terminals should be maintained dry and clean. 8. Remove two, #8/32 X 3/8" Phillips screws that hold the existing gas valve to the bracket, then remove the valve.
  • Page 186 Solenoid coil 12 volt DC connections Bracket RV LP Gas supply Burner tube LP Gas supply line connection fitting Burner tube connection fitting Torque 75 to 95 in. lbs. Torque 75 to 95 in. lbs. #8/32 X 1/2” Phillips Screws (2) Figure 4-3.
  • Page 187 Measuring Solenoid Coil Resistance Tools: Multimeter To measure solenoid coil resistance. 1. Turn off the refrigerator. 2. Disconnect wires at the solenoid coil Coil terminal connections. 3. Set multimeter to the Ohm function. Solenoid coil 4. Connect multimeter probes to the solenoid coil terminals as illustrated in Figure 4-4.
  • Page 188 Burner and Orifice Assembly 8- Slot Burner The 8-slot burner, illustrated in Retaining Screw Figure 4-6 is fitted an LP 22 cap #8/32 X 3/8" Phillips Screw style orifice. The burner is retained Orifice Assembly in the burner box by a #8/32 x 1” Phillips pan head screw.
  • Page 189 10. Check the orifice. Replace if the condition of 14. Connect the burner tube to the orifice the orifice assembly is questionable.To clean adapter fitting. Thread the fitting by hand, the orifice assembly, dip the assembly in then torque fitting within 75 and 95 in. lbs. denature alcohol and air dry.
  • Page 190 5 – e ection lectrical ower eQuirementS and omponentS DC Power Requirement 2. Remove the light cover. 3. Remove the existing light bulb. Refrigerator controls require 12 volt DC to operate. Minimum control voltage input is 10.5 4. Install the new light bulb (P/N 61689122). volts;...
  • Page 191 IMPORTANT   In roof vented installations it may be necessary to remove the refrigerator from the enclosure to measure thermistor resistance or to check the fan operation. In sidewall installations the thermistor resistance and fan operation can be checked Light fixture after removing the upper sidewall vent.
  • Page 192 Checking Thermistor Resistance To check thermistor resistance: 1. Disconnect the thermistor from the harness. 2. Set the multi meter to ohm meter function. 3. Connect probes to thermistor terminals. + Fan RED lead + Fan RED lead  Out of range thermistor measures less than 120 Ω...
  • Page 193 To install the replacement flapper assembly reverse steps 4 through 1 and refer to Figure 5-9. Spring pins After completing installation, close and open Flapper assembly Contacts the door several times to make sure the flapper assembly retracts when out of the guide blocks and extends when fully seated in the guide blocks.
  • Page 194 Contact point on cabinet CAUTION Flange Do not attempt to remove the spring pin flange from door! The flange is not a replaceable part. Attempting to remove the Left door - hinge side flange will disconnect the wires from the pins housing resulting in door replacement.
  • Page 195 AC Fuse The AC fuse, shown on Figure 5-13, is an 8 amp fast acting 1/4 x 1-1/4" AGC fuse. AC heaters 100 B ANSI Z21. 2 Stop bead 5VDC 0544 700514 05-43 5A@120VAC CHINA CPC - E 94 V - 0 AC fuse, AGC 8 amp Figure 5-13.
  • Page 196 6 —e ection lectronic ontrolS Power Board 100 B ANSI Z21. 2 A front view of the power board is illustrated in Figure 6-1. Inputs, outputs, monitoring information, fault codes, and diagnostics are communicated through a wire harness that links the power board to the optical control panel.
  • Page 197 WARNING : High voltage can cause servere injury and death. ONLY qualified RV service techincians are autorized to remove this cover. Do not allow leak detecting solutions to touch the electrical components. Many liquids are electrically conductive and can cause a shock hazard, electical shorts, and in some cases fire.
  • Page 198 Power board replacement Tools: 1/4" nut driver Anti-static wrist strap 1. Power OFF the refrigerator. b. Yellow wire and Yellow “Y” jumper 2. Power OFF the RV DC power to the terminals AC_HT_HI and AC_HT_HI2. refrigerator. 9. Disconnect the high temperature limit switch For steps 3 through 5 see Figure 6-6.
  • Page 199 Figure 6-8. —Control panel. Control Panel The LCD module displays actual information. The control panel, illustrated in Figure 6-8, See Figure 6-9 for details. contains the ON/OFF switch button , MODE switch button , LCD module , TEMP SET One of nine temperature settings, 1 (cold) switch button and LCD brightness button through 9 (coldest), can be selected by...
  • Page 200 Figure 6-10. —Control panel and related components. Control Panel Replacement Tools: #2 Phillips Screwdriver 5. Disconnect the wire harness from To replace the control panel see Figure 6-10, control panel circuit board and: 6. Connect the wire harness to the replacement 1.
  • Page 201 Defrost and Temperature Control Defrost Interval timer clears when freezer fin temperature is above 30°F (-1°C) or if the freezer Freezer and food compartment defrost and fin thermistor is shorted (less than 1.35 kΩ). temperature control is through the defrost and When defrost interval timer reaches 780 temperature control daughter board.
  • Page 202 Fresh Food Compartment Heater Defrost Cycle Termination This heater is de-energized when fresh A defrost cycle ends automatically if the cycle is not food fin temperature climbs above 35°F completed within 60 minutes or if the freezer fin and (1.6°C) or if the fresh food compartment the fresh food compartment fin thermistors are both fin thermistor is out of range (<1.6kΩ...
  • Page 203 Manual Defrost Function —Diagnostic Mode “A” Manual Defrost Function —Diagnostic Mode “b” To initiate a manual defrost cycle: To initiate a 96-hour defrost bypass cycle: 1. Set the controls to Diagnostics by pressing 1. Set the controls to Diagnostics by pressing the MODE and TEMP switch buttons at the and holding the MODE and TEMP buttons at same time.

  • Page 204: Dirty Burner

    7 — c ection ooling yStem The cooling system is a sealed gas absorption To maintain cooling efficiency cooling air has refrigeration system charged with R 707 refrigerant. to flow freely over the external walls of the absorber coils and over the condenser fins. When ventilation is suspected of being the NOTE cause of poor cooling, make sure that:...
  • Page 205 “O” shape flue cap Flue baffle wire Flue Flue Flue baffle Canister 8-slot burner Figure 7-1. —Flue and associated components. Blocked or jammed flue cap  Removal of insulating canister A flue cap that is blocked with insulation and or jammed against the flue opening restricts the  Installation of insect screen over intake flow of exhaust gases from the burner box.
  • Page 206 6. Power off the ice maker. 7. Set the controls to Diagnostics. a. Navigate to screen C, fin temperature. b. Record time and fin temperature. 8. Allow the refrigerator to operate for eight hours with all doors fully closed. Replace cooling unit when all of these are met: 1.
  • Page 207 Cooling System Diagnostic Flowchart WARNING WARNING Do not bypass or modify the refrigerator controls. Do not wire the heater directly. Do not power ON the refrigerator if the Heaters are supplied power through a cooling system has a leak or is suspected fused circuit.
  • Page 208 From page 57 Replace cooling system. Gurgling sound from boiler area? Test cooling system performance. Cooling system performance check: 1. Turn on refrigerator 2. Set mode to AC. 3. Set temperature setting to 9. 4. Place a thermometer in a Replace cooling unit.
  • Page 209 Cooling System Removal IMPORTANT   Cooling system replacement requires removing the refrigerator from the enclosure. It is not possible to anticipate all of the RV manufacturers enclosure design or refrigerator installations practices. Always, double check for additional screws and brackets before attempting to remove the refrigerator from the enclosure as certain RV manufacturers may install additional brackets or screws to secure the top and the sides of...
  • Page 210 Applying Thermal Mastic Sealant CAUTION WARNING Use only NORCOLD approved Thermal Mastic sealant (part number 61450740). Do not Always use two wrenches to loosen use silicon, latex or petroleum base sealant. or tighten fittings to prevent damaging Silicone, latex and petroleum-sealants may components, piping, or fittings.
  • Page 211 1. Apply a 3/4 inch wide x 1/2 inch thick bead of 4. Seat the cooling unit firmly into the cabinet Thermal Mastic sealant to the surface of the by applying even pressure on each corner of evaporator tubes shown in Figure 7-7. the foam plug.
  • Page 212 External Fan Thermistor Screw -condenser bracket Screws -condenser bracket Hold down bracket WRAPPER Fans (2) Screw -absorber bracket Screw -absorber bracket Gas valve Power board cover Drip cup Water Valve Burner Figure 7-6. — Cooling unit component location.
  • Page 213 17. Install the gas valve and burner assembly. 18. Install the burner box cover. 19. Install the drip cup. 20. Install the ice maker water valve (IM models), then reconnect wiring and tubing. WARNING Do not attempt to upright the refrigerator without the assistance of an able person.
  • Page 214 8 —d ection iagnoSticS Diagnostic Mode Setting Display to Diagnostics The diagnostics mode is a tool designed To set the display to diagnostics: to assist in verifying temperature, inputs, outputs, and to retrieve recorded fault stored 1. Press and hold down the MODE by the controls.

  • Page 215: Ac Relay Stuck Closed

    Diagnostic Screens Information Screen 1 Screen 3 -Defrost Fault History The number 1 displays and within five seconds The number 3 displays and within five seconds, the screen number turns off and All segments if present, recorded defrost fault history displays. illuminate to indicate the controls are set to diagnostics.
  • Page 216 Screen 7 -Power Board Inputs Screen 5 Stored Fault History Display stored fault history screens using Displays “live” power board inputs through illuminated illuminated segments. Segments fault segments. The assigned segments and information are illustrated below. descriptions are illustrated below. 1-Fresh food compartment 2-Sensing flame (LP gas light is off and door is closed...
  • Page 217 Screen C - Fresh Food Fin Temperature Screen 9 -DC Voltage Input The letter C displays and within five seconds Displays DC voltage input to power board through the fresh food compartment fin temperature illuminated segments. The assigned segments and displays.
  • Page 218 9 —i ection aker Ice Maker Operation The ice maker, shown in Figure 9-1, is The left freezer temperature determines the supplied AC power through a wire harness. It efficiency of the ice maker. The colder the is ON when the shut-off arm is lowered to the temperature in the freezer, the faster the water down position and OFF when the shut-off arm in the mold will freeze.
  • Page 219 Components Wire Harness AC Power Cord Green Ice Maker Brown White Thermal fuse Black Tab style locking connector Thermal fuse Flat side clipped to mold. Black: line voltage/female Green: ground/with quick-connect White: neutral/male quick-connect Brown: to water valve solenoid coil/female quick-connect Figure 9-3.
  • Page 220 Water Fill Line Figure 9-4 shows the water fill line. The fill Water fill tube line connection at the water valve is a 1/4 inch plastic compression fitting. The connection at the water fill tube is made with a 1/2 inch hose clamp.
  • Page 221 Solenoid coil Water Valve The water valve, shown in Figure 9-6, is not a repairable component. Bracket The solenoid coil is rated for 20 Watts @120 VAC. The ice maker cycle energizes the coil for approximately seven seconds shortly after the ice cubes are ejected.
  • Page 222 120 VAC WHITE Cycling the Ice Maker Manually 120 VAC BROWN Cycling the ice maker manually verifies the Spacer (2) motor works, the mold heater turns on and off, #8-32 x 2" Screw (2) the shut-off arm travels to the OFF position, the water valve opens for seven seconds, and +12 VDC in the shut-off arm drops to the ON position.
  • Page 223 6. Pull out the jumper wire when a “click” sound is heard and no later than 15 seconds after jumpering test points T and H. a. The motor turns the ejector in a clockwise direction and the mold heater energizes. b.
  • Page 224 Normal setting = internal contact opening centered in module hole Water fill adjustment screw 185W–115V– 60 HZ 01/13/03 185W–115V– 60 HZ 01/13/03 Do not exceed one turn Figure 9-11. —Jumpering test points V and L. Figure 9-12. —Water adjustment screw and contact alignment location.
  • Page 225 Checking Water Valve Solenoid Coil Resistance 87 III The solenoid coil resistance should measure between 295 and 360 ohms. It can be checked at the water valve solenoid coil as shown in Figure 9-13 or through the ice maker module mA m A test points V and N as shown in Figure 9-14.
  • Page 226 NOTE 185W–115V– 60 HZ The multimeter test probe tips must be at least 01/13/03 1/2 inch long to contact the test points. 5. Set the multimeter to ohmmeter function, then insert one probe into point L and the 87 III other into point H as Figure 9-15 shows.
  • Page 227 Ice Maker Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Probable Cause Solution 1. No AC power available. 1. Restore AC power. Not cycling and no 2. No water available. 2. Restore water pressure. ice in mold. 3. Water valve strained clogged. 3. Clean water valve strainer. 4.
  • Page 228 Press on to Install Ice Maker Replacement Procedure Tools 5/16” nut driver Cover #2 Flat blade screwdriver To remove the ice maker: 1. Turn off the refrigerator. Thermal fuse 2. Unplug the ice maker AC power cord at the Pull to remove RV outlet.
  • Page 229 Figure 9-21 shows the back view of modular water valve assembly on 2117 IMWD (ice maker and water dispenser). The label on the side of the assembly lists the assembly part number, specifications, and identifies the water dispenser solenoid coil (colored Blue, 12 VDC) and the ice maker solenoid coil (colored Red, 120 VAC).
  • Page 230 10 —w ection ater iSpenSer The water dispenser is an optional system installed at the factory. The main components are the divider mounted water dispenser (Figure 10-1), the reservoir (Figure 10-2), and the water valve (Figure 10-3). Reservoir -27 fl. oz. capacity Cover - attached with hook and loop tape Figure.
  • Page 231 Water Dispenser —Operation The water dispenser works: Pressing a small Water flows from top of the reservoir to the container against the spring- loaded paddle spigot. The water flowing out of the spigot is drives in the plunger, which closes the switch. replaced by water flowing into the reservoir as illustrated in Figure 10-4 The switch sends power to the water valve...
  • Page 232 Water Valve Replacement 4. Disconnect the +12 volt DC BLACK ③ wire and the -12 volt DC WHITE ④ wire from the NOTE water valve solenoid coil. 5. Disconnect thermostatic switch and the water fill line heater: This procedure applies only to the modular ice a.
  • Page 233 Reservoir Replacement Dispenser Switch Replacement Tools # 2 Phillips Screwdriver 1. Shut off the water supply to the valve. 2. Place a suitable container under the spigot then operate dispenser to relieve water pressure. 3. Power off the refrigerator. 4. Disconnect the water line at the valve and place the end in suitable container to catch the draining water.
  • Page 234 LED Circuit Board Replacement Tools Hinge cover # 2 Phillips Screwdriver 1. Power off the refrigerator. 2. Remove the left hinge cover. 3. Remove the striker plate. 4. Remove water dispenser cover. See Figure 10-10. 5. Disconnect circuit board from circuit.
  • Page 235 12VDC LIMIT_OUT LIMIT_IN AC_HT_HI_2 AC_HT_HI AC_HT_LO_2 AC_HT_LO Figure. 11-3. — Wiring pictorial...
  • Page 236 12VDC GN/VE WH/BC WH/BC BK/NR WH/BC RD/RG RD-BU/RG-BL OR/OR RD-YL/RG/JN WH/BC YL/JN LIMIT OUT RD/RG RD/RG LIMIT IN AC_HT_HI_2 BU/BL BU/BL AC_HT_HI AC_HT_LO_2 YL/JN YL/JN AC_HT_LO RD-BU/RG-BL FFFT BK-YL / NR-JN Figure. 11-4. — Wiring pictorial...
  • Page 237 Ice Maker WIring Diagram and Pictorial GRN / VERT BRN / BRUN NEUTRAL (RIBBED) / NEUTRE (À NERVURES) HOT(SMOOTH)/ CHAUD (PLAT) Figure. 11-5. — Ice maker wiring diagram and pictorial ..............................120 VAC Hot/Smooth ............................120 VAC Neutral/Smooth ..............................Ground connection ................................
  • Page 238 NORCOLD, Inc. Customer Support Dept. NORCOLD, Inc. Telephone: 800-543-1219 Fax: 937-497-3183 P. O. Box 4248 www.norcold.com Sidney, OH 45365 630614b (06-19-07) ublication...