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Dometic RUA 8408X Operating Manual

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REFRIGERATION
RUA SERIES
RUA6408X, RUA8408X
Absorption refrigerator
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  • Page 1 REFRIGERATION RUA SERIES RUA6408X, RUA8408X Absorption refrigerator Operating manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    RUA6408X, RUA8408X Please read this instruction manual carefully before first use, and store it in a safe place. If you pass on the product to another person, hand over this instruction manual along with it. Table of contents Explanation of symbols ......... . .3 Safety instructions .

  • Page 3: Explanation Of Symbols

    RUA6408X, RUA8408X Explanation of symbols Explanation of symbols WARNING! Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction can cause fatal or serious injury. CAUTION! Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction can lead to injury. NOTICE! Failure to observe this instruction can cause material damage and impair the function of the product.
  • Page 4 Safety instructions RUA6408X, RUA8408X • This refrigerator can be used by children aged 8 years or over, as well as by persons with diminished physical, sensory or mental capacities or a lack of experience and knowledge, providing they are supervised or have been instructed how to use the refrigerator safely and are aware of the resulting risks.
  • Page 5 RUA6408X, RUA8408X Safety instructions Safe operation CAUTION! • Close and lock the refrigerator door before beginning a journey. • The refrigerator unit at the back of the refrigerator becomes hot during operation. Protect yourself from coming into contact with hot parts when removing ventilation grilles.

  • Page 6: Scope Of Delivery

    – Put out any naked flames. – Have the gas system checked by a specialist. NOTICE! • Only use universal LPG gas. Scope of delivery • Refrigerator • Operating manual • Installation manual Accessories Accessories available from your local Dometic agent.

  • Page 7: Intended Use

    RUA6408X, RUA8408X Intended use Intended use The refrigerator is designed for installation in caravans or motorhomes. It is only suitable for cooling, freezing and storing foodstuffs. The refrigerator is not intended for the proper storage of medicine. CAUTION! Health hazard! Please check if the cooling capacity of the refrigerator is suitable for storing the food you wish to cool.
  • Page 8 Technical description RUA6408X, RUA8408X The refrigerator is equipped with an cold weather/low ambient control, which allows the refrigerator to operate in low ambient temperatures for a longer time. Components Quantity No. in fig. 1 Description RUA6408X RUA8408X Freezer compartment door Freezer door rack Refrigerator door Top door bin...
  • Page 9 RUA6408X, RUA8408X Technical description Quantity No. in fig. 1 Description RUA6408X RUA8408X Air duct cover plate Internal light Control and display elements Freezer shelf Freezer compartment Control and display elements The refrigerator has a display and a control knob between the refrigerator and freezer doors (fig.
  • Page 10 Technical description RUA6408X, RUA8408X Menu overview and navigation ➤ Turn/press the control knob on preferred setting and user mode option. ✓ The colour turns blue when selected. ➤ Press again to deselect.
  • Page 11 RUA6408X, RUA8408X Technical description Display By default the display shows the following main menu: No. in Description fig. 4 The temperature bars show the set temperature: Lowest bar: lowest cooling function (warmest inner temperature) Highest bar: highest cooling function (coldest inner temperature) Displays the currently used energy source (chapter “Energy selection”...
  • Page 12 Technical description RUA6408X, RUA8408X No. in Description fig. 4 The child lock is selectable by user to prevent children from using the controls. If activated, push the control knob 3 times within 1.5 seconds to override temporarily and unlock the controls. After 10 seconds without touching the control knob, the child lock is reactivated.
  • Page 13 RUA6408X, RUA8408X Technical description Energy selection If you choose and confirm the middle line in the main menu, the following energy selection menu will be shown: No. in Description fig. 5 Automatic energy selection enabled/disabled; only available, if D+ is connected. AC voltage (highest priority with automatic energy selection enabled) DC voltage (second priority with automatic energy selection...

  • Page 14: Using The Refrigerator

    Using the refrigerator RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator NOTICE! • Make sure that you only put items in the refrigerator which may be kept at the selected temperature. • Make sure that items in the refrigerator do not block the openings of the cooling ventilation areas in the main compartment •...

  • Page 15: Energy Saving Tips

    RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator Tips for using the refrigerator optimally When the temperature in the interior of the refrigerator exceeds +4 °C, the shelf life of goods that spoil quickly cannot be guaranteed. To attain an optimal cooling capacity in the interior of the refrigerator, observe the following information: •...
  • Page 16 Using the refrigerator RUA6408X, RUA8408X Dimming function of the display (fig. 6) If there is no operation on control knob within 10 seconds, the backlight will be dimmed and the display will return to idle screen (A). After another 3 minutes with- out operation, the screen will enter standby (C) on which a snowflake appears in the top left corner to indicate that the refrigerator is on.
  • Page 17 RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator Gas operation WARNING! Fire hazard! Never operate the refrigerator with gas at petrol stations. NOTE • Perform a periodical inspection of the burner to ensure contamination / vermin does not impede the burners performance. • Ignition problems may occur at altitudes above 1000 m.
  • Page 18 Using the refrigerator RUA6408X, RUA8408X Opening the refrigerator door/freezer compartment door CAUTION! • Always close and lock the refrigerator before starting the journey. • Open the refrigerator doors carefully, because goods may have shifted and could fall out. ➤ Press the handle and pull the door out. Locking the refrigerator door/freezer compartment door ➤...
  • Page 19 RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator Notes on storing food CAUTION! Only store heavy objects such as bottles or cans in the refrigerator door, in the vegetable compartment or on the bottom shelf. The refrigerator compartments are recommended for the following types of food: No.

  • Page 20: Switching Off The Refrigerator

    Using the refrigerator RUA6408X, RUA8408X Please observe the following instructions for storing items: NOTE • Do not keep carbonated drinks in the freezer compartment. • The freezer compartment is suitable for making ice cubes and for keeping frozen food short-term. It is not suitable for long-term food storage.
  • Page 21 RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator Using the Door Airing Function NOTE Use the door airing function, if you do not intend to use the refrigerator for a prolonged period of time. This prevents mould from forming when the refrigerator is not in use or put into storage. 180°...
  • Page 22 Using the refrigerator RUA6408X, RUA8408X Removing and refitting the shelves Removing the shelves ➤ Push the shelf locks off the left end of the wire shelf (1.). ➤ Slide the shelf to the left until it is clear on the right side (2.). ➤...
  • Page 23 RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator Refitting the shelves ➤ Position the shelf in the desired location. ➤ Insert the ends of the shelf on the left (1.). ➤ Slide the shelf into the holes on the right (2.). ➤ Slide the plastic plugs into the holes in the wall (3.).
  • Page 24 Using the refrigerator RUA6408X, RUA8408X ➤ Snap the shelf locks onto the shelf. Positioning the bottle shelf NOTE The two bottom shelf positions can be fitted into an optional bottle shelf configuration which slopes down toward the rear. 180° ➤ Remove the shelf and rotate 180 degrees (1.). ➤...

  • Page 25: Defrosting The Refrigerator

    RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator 7.10 Defrosting the refrigerator NOTICE! Never use mechanical tools to remove ice or to loosen objects stuck to the device. NOTE • The refrigerator compartment has a cyclic defrost system, which can prevent excessive frost forming on the evaporator fins. However, if the refrigerator is used for extended periods in high humidity and/or high ambient temperature conditions, frost may build up on the evaporator fins.
  • Page 26 Using the refrigerator RUA6408X, RUA8408X 7.11 Replacing the door panel Removing the door panel Proceed as follows (fig. d): ➤ Open the door 90 degrees. ➤ Remove the door top decoration strip by gently pushing upward by hand (1.). ➤ Pull the old panel upward (2.).
  • Page 27 RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator Installing the new door panel Proceed as follows (fig. e): ➤ Push the new panel downwards into the door. Ensure, that the vertical edges fit into the grooves of the door frame (1.). ➤ Push the new panel downwards until the lower horizontal edge of the panel fits into the bottom grove.

  • Page 28: Reversing The Doors

    Using the refrigerator RUA6408X, RUA8408X 7.12 Reversing the doors ≥90° ➤ Open the freezer door more than 90 degrees. ➤ Remove the three screws (fig. f 1) from the upper hinge. ➤ Pull the upper hinge upwards out of the bushing and away from the freezer door. ➤...
  • Page 29 RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator ➤ Remove the refrigerator door by lifting it up until it clears the lower pin (1. in fig. h). NOTE Carefully lift up the refrigerator door to prevent damaging the door bushing. ➤ Place the refrigerator door on soft material in order to prevent scratches. ➤...
  • Page 30 Using the refrigerator RUA6408X, RUA8408X ➤ Rotate the locking catches on the latch side by 180 degrees to expose the fixing screws. ➤ Remove the locking catch screws (fig. i 1). ➤ Take off the locking catches (fig. i 1). ➤...
  • Page 31 RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator ➤ Remove the two screws (1. in fig. k) of the handle components on both doors. ➤ Push the spring bolt (2. in fig. k) inwards with a small screwdriver, until the handle components (fig. k 1) are released. ➤...
  • Page 32 Using the refrigerator RUA6408X, RUA8408X ➤ Remove the covers from the upper and lower hinge points (1. in fig. l). ➤ Install the covers on the opposite side (2. in fig. l). ➤ Turn the former upper hinge 180 degrees and mount it to the new lower hinge position with the three screws.
  • Page 33 RUA6408X, RUA8408X Using the refrigerator ➤ Position the freezer door on the middle pin (2. in fig. m). ➤ Turn the former lower hinge 180 degrees and hold it in the new upper hinge posi- tion. Take care that the hinge pin fits into the upper bushing of the freezer door (1.

  • Page 34: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and maintenance RUA6408X, RUA8408X Cleaning and maintenance WARNING! • Always disconnect the refrigerator from the AC and DC power supply and turn off the gas before you clean and service it. • Working on gas and electrical installations may only be performed by qualified technicians.
  • Page 35 RUA6408X, RUA8408X Cleaning and maintenance ➤ Make sure that the ventilation grille in the outer wall of the caravan or mobile home and the roof vent (fig. o) of the refrigerator are free of any dust and dirt, so that heat generated during operation can be discharged and the refrigerator is not damaged.
  • Page 36 Cleaning and maintenance RUA6408X, RUA8408X Cleaning the gas burner WARNING! • Disconnect the AC and DC power supply. • Close the gas valve to the refrigerator before cleaning the gas burner. • Allow the burner to cool down before cleaning it. •...
  • Page 37 RUA6408X, RUA8408X Cleaning and maintenance ➤ Loosen the screw on the gas burner cover. ➤ Press the catch below the burner cover inwards, and pull off the burner cover. ➤ Clean the burner pipe of coarse impurities using a suitable cleaning brush with soft bristles (fig.

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting RUA6408X, RUA8408X Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Suggested remedy With AC operation: The fuse in the AC mains is Replace the fuse. The refrigerator does defective. not work. The vehicle is not connected Connect the vehicle to the to the AC mains. AC mains.
  • Page 39 RUA6408X, RUA8408X Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Suggested remedy The refrigerator does The ventilation around the Check that the ventilation grille is not cool sufficiently. cooling unit is not sufficient. not obstructed. The evaporator is iced up. Check whether the refrigerator door is properly closed.
  • Page 40 Troubleshooting RUA6408X, RUA8408X Faults and beeps Faults are indicated on the display by highlighting the middle section with a red banner and a code. The faults that terminate the complete cooling function are dis- played on the screen in combination with a beep. In case of multiple faults, the last fault is shown on the display.
  • Page 41 RUA6408X, RUA8408X Troubleshooting Response of the Code Fault Type Icon Beep device Gas valve test Error No flashing Gas operation is locked. Faulty dynamic Error No flashing Gas operation is valve signal locked. Inner fan faulty Warning No flashing Cooling operation is continued with a fixed thermostat setting.

  • Page 42: Warranty

    Warranty RUA6408X, RUA8408X Warranty The statutory warranty period applies. If the product is defective, please contact the manufacturer's branch in your country (see the back of the instruction manual for the addresses) or your retailer. For repair and warranty processing, please include the following documents when you send in the device: •...

  • Page 43: Technical Data

    RUA6408X, RUA8408X Technical data Technical data RUA6408X RUA8408X Gross volume: 188 l 224 l Fridge storage volume: 134 l 170 l Freezer storage volume: 46 l 46 l Voltage: 230 to 240 Vw / 50 to 60 Hz 12 Vg Power input: 325 W (240 Vw) 275 W (12 Vg)

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