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- Page 1 REFRIGERATION RUA SERIES RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Absorption refrigerator Installation Manual...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Explanation of symbols Please read this instruction manual carefully before installation and 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. NOTE You can find details on the operation in the operation manual. -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
Safety instructions RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Safety instructions The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage in the following cases: • Faulty assembly or connection • Damage to the product resulting from mechanical influences and incorrect connection voltage • Alterations to the product without express permission from the manufacturer •... -
Page 5: Scope Of Delivery
RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Scope of delivery NOTICE! • Only hold the refrigerator at the body of the refrigerator during trans- port. Never hold the refrigerator at the absorber unit, the cooling fins, the gas pipes, the door or the control panel. •... -
Page 6: Accessories
Available as accessories (not included in the scope of delivery): Description LS300 ventilation grille Dometic gas flue kit 3776 RUA5208X only: Door reversing kit All the accessories are available from specialist dealers. If you have any questions, please contact the dealer or your service partner directly. - Page 7 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Installing the refrigerator RUA 5208X RUA 6408X RUA 8408X...
- Page 8 Installing the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X • The refrigerator must be installed in a recess so that it stands secure when the vehicle is in motion. Note the following dimensions (fig. 1 and fig. 2): RUA5208X RUA6408X RUA8408X Refrigerator Overall dimension in mm Height (A) 1191 1447...
- Page 9 Recommended maximum clearance 25 mm LS300 ventilation grille Minimum height is equal to the height of the cabinet Dometic gas flue kit 3776 Air deflection plate Floor vent, min. 40 mm (only required if lower air inlet vent is not flush to the floor) The outer wall must be fitted with one air inlet ventilation grille (fig.
- Page 10 Installing the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X RUA 5208X 10 – 25 >25 >25 RUA 6408X, RUA 8408X 10 – 25 >25 >25...
- Page 11 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Installing the refrigerator • The recommended maximum distance between the refrigerator and the rear wall is 25 mm. A distance of more than 25 mm between the refrigerator and rear wall leads to poor performance and increases the power consumption of the refrigerator.
- Page 12 Recommended maximum clearance 25 mm LS300 ventilation grille Minimum height is equal to the height of the cabinet plus 150 mm Dometic gas flue kit 3776 Roof vent Floor vent, min. 40 mm (only required if lower air inlet vent is not flush to the floor) •...
- Page 13 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Installing the refrigerator • Install the refrigerator so that it is protected from excessive heat, as this leads to poor performance and increases the power consumption of the refrigerator. • The electrical installation must comply with national and local regulations. •...
- Page 14 Installing the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X ➤ Apply the sealing strip to all four sides of the bottom surface of the refrigerator (step 1. in fig. 8 and fig. 9). ➤ Push the refrigerator into position (step 2. in fig. 8 and fig. 9). This then seals the space behind the refrigerator to the interior of the vehicle.
- Page 15 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Installing the refrigerator – Push the bottom trim piece with the four plugs (fig. a 1) into the holes on the front frame of the refrigerator. – Snap the three catches (fig. a 2) into the holes under the bottom frame of the refrigerator.
- Page 16 Installing the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X ≥ 40 mm ➤ Shield the end of the opening with a deflector to prevent sludge or dirt from getting inside while driving (fig. b). If you have to use a roof vent instead of an upper wall vent: ➤...
- Page 17 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Installing the refrigerator Installing the ventilation grille No. in fig. c Description Slider Ventilation grille Installation frame ➤ Ensure the installation frame is water resistant (fig. d). ➤ Insert the installation frame and screw it down tightly (fig. e). Use all the fixing holes for this.
- Page 18 Installing the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X ➤ Fit the ventilation grille (step 1. and step 2. in fig. f). ➤ Insert the slider and lock the ventilation grille with it (step 3. in fig. f). Install the roof vent No. in fig. g Description Hood Installation frame...
- Page 19 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Installing the refrigerator ➤ Insert the installation frame and screw it down tightly (fig. i 1). Use all the fixing holes for this. ➤ Insert the hood and screw it down tightly (fig. i 2). Installing the flue duct...
- Page 20 Installing the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X NOTE • Install the Dometic gas flue kit 3776. Contact the customer service (see back page). • It is not recommended to install additional flue stacks, as this leads to poor performance and increases the power consumption of the refrigerator.
- Page 21 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Installing the refrigerator ➤ Install the mounting plate (fig. l). ➤ Fill the opening with fire-resistant material (e.g. stone wool (fig. l). NOTE In some installation situations, it is possible that the flue pipe would extend too far out of the vehicle in its installed state. Shorten the flue pipe to the correct length if necessary.
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Page 22: Connecting The Refrigerator
Connecting the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X ➤ Push the screws (fig. n 1) through the plastic bushes in the sides of the refrigerator, and fasten into the recess walls. ➤ Fit the caps (fig. n 2) into the bushes. Connecting the refrigerator Connecting to the gas supply NOTICE! •... - Page 23 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Connecting the refrigerator NOTE The pressure of the gas supply must be 2.75 kPa. Check the pressure at the test point before using the refrigerator (fig. o 1, page 23). It must be possible to shut off the refrigerator from the gas line separately by means of a shut-off device.
- Page 24 Connecting the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Connecting the device to electrical power supply NOTICE! • The electrical installation and repairs may only be performed by a specialist in accordance with the applicable regulations and standards. • The device can be connected to 12 V DC and 230 – 240 V AC power supply.
- Page 25 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Connecting the refrigerator ➤ Connect the device as follows: RUA5208X...
- Page 26 Connecting the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X RUA6208X, RUA8408X...
- Page 27 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Connecting the refrigerator Item Description Connection cable for AC connection Heater 240 V AC Earth for CU Protective Earth Electrode Outer fan 1 Fan thermostat Outer fan 2 Ignition port Power module Control button Display Inner fan LAC and defrost heater Frame heater (RUA6208X, RUA8408X only) Gas valve...
- Page 28 Connecting the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X AC power ➤ Connect the refrigerator with the mains plug to an AC socket. DC power Please note the following cable sizes: – 12 V DC vehicle battery connection: ≥ 10 mm – 12 V DC house battery connection: ≥ 1 mm –...
- Page 29 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Connecting the refrigerator Alternative connection methods for DC power supply Refrigerator DC connections Control Element DC House Battery Anderson Plug Anderson cables must be the recommended size. Connection to suit motor home or caravan with the D+ wire connected to the vehicle alternator or ignition switch.
- Page 30 Connecting the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Refrigerator DC connections Control Element DC Fridge House Battery Switch Anderson Plug Anderson cables must be the Vehicle Anderson plug must recommended size. be controlled by ignition relay. Using a fridge movement switch to add 12 Vg to the D+ connection wire, only when the vehicle is moving.
- Page 31 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Connecting the refrigerator Refrigerator DC connections Control Element DC House Battery Anderson Plug Anderson cables must be the Vehicle Anderson plug must recommended size. be controlled by ignition relay. Anderson plug recharging the house battery via a power diode. The D+ wire can only get a 12 V signal when the battery is being charged.
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