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Dometic RUA 5208X Installation Manual

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RUA 5208X,RUA 6408X,RUA 8408X
Absorption refrigerator
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max whamond
April 1, 2025

what is the maximum amps that RUA6408X fridge draws ? thankyou

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Mr. Anderson
April 1, 2025

The Dometic RUA 5208X fridge has a rated input power of 175 W on 12 V DC.

To calculate the maximum current (amps) drawn:

Amps = Power (W) ÷ Voltage (V)
Amps = 175 W ÷ 12 V = 14.58 A

So, the maximum current it draws on 12 V DC is approximately 14.6 amps.

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Summary of Contents for Dometic RUA 5208X

  • Page 1 REFRIGERATION RUA 5208X,RUA 6408X,RUA 8408X Absorption refrigerator Installation Manual...
  • Page 2 © 2021 Dometic Group. The visual appearance of the contents of this manual is protected by copyright and design law. The underlying technical design and the products contained herein may be protected by design, patent or be patent pending. The trademarks...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    This product manual, including the instructions, guide- lines, and warnings, and related documentation, may be subject to changes and updates. For up-to-date product information, please visit documents.dometic.com. Table of contents 1 Explanation of symbols.

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Safety instructions WARNING! • The electrical installation must comply with national and local regulations including AS/NZS 3001 – Electrical installations. • The gas installation must comply with national and local regulations including AS/NZS 5601.2 – Gas installations. •...

  • Page 5: Scope Of Delivery

    Available as accessories (not included in the scope of delivery): Description LS300 ventilation grille Dometic gas flue kit 3776 RUA5208X only: Door reversing kit Dometic Roof Vent Kit All the accessories are available from specialist dealers. If you have any questions, please contact...

  • Page 6: Intended Use

    • Incorrect maintenance or use of spare parts other than original spare parts provided by the man- ufacturer • Alterations to the product without express permission from the manufacturer • Use for purposes other than those described in this manual Dometic reserves the right to change product appearance and product specifications.

  • Page 7: Installing The Refrigerator

    • Ensure that the floor is solid and level. • Ensure that the refrigerator is level. • The refrigerator must be installed so that it is easily accessible for service work, easy to remove and install and can be easily removed from the vehicle. RUA 5208X...
  • Page 8 RUA 8408X • 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, page 7 and fig. 2, page 8): RUA 5208X RUA 6408X RUA 8408X...
  • Page 9 – AS/NZS 5601.2 – Gas installations – LP Gas installations in caravans and boats • The refrigerator must be installed in a draught-proof location, see chapter “Installing the refrig- erator in a sealed location separate to the living space” on page 14. Installation with two side vents RUA 5208X RUA 6408X, RUA 8408X...
  • Page 10 Air deflection plate must be installed to direct airflow into the condenser fins if top vent height is lower than the top of the refrigerator cabinet. Dometic gas flue kit 3776 Air deflection plate Gas escape hole, min. 40 mm – required if lower air vent would not permit all leaked gas to escape •...
  • Page 11 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Installing the refrigerator RUA 5208X 10 – 25 >25 >25 RUA 6408X, RUA 8408X 10 – 25 >25 >25...
  • Page 12 25 mm to create adequate air inlet and outlet ventilation corridor . Use a ventilation plate (fig. 4 1, page 11 and fig. 5 1, page 11), for example, to achieve this. Installation with one lower side vent and one roof vent RUA 5208X RUA 6408X, RUA 8408X...
  • Page 13 Clearance minimum 10mm to maximum 25mm LS300 ventilation grille Minimum height is equal to the height of the cabinet plus 150 mm Dometic gas flue kit 3776 Roof vent Gas escape hole, min. 40 mm – required if lower air vent would not permit all leaked gas to escape •...
  • Page 14 The purpose is to provide a seal between the interior of the vehicle and the cooling unit and ventilation area behind the refrigerator. WARNING! Fire hazard! Do not use flammable materials for the draught-proof installation. The manufacturer has applied a sealing strip to the rear surface of the front frame. RUA 5208X...
  • Page 15 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Installing the refrigerator RUA 6408X, RUA 8408X 1. Apply the sealing strip to all four sides of the bottom surface of the refrigerator (step 1. in fig. 8, page 14 and fig. 9, page 15). 2. Push the refrigerator into position (step 2. in fig. 8, page 14 and fig. 9, page 15). This then seals the space behind the refrigerator to the interior of the vehicle.
  • Page 16 Installing the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X – A sealing strip (fig. 0 1, page 15) is applied to the lower surface of the bottom trim piece. – Push the bottom trim piece with the four plugs (fig. a 1, page 15) into the holes on the front frame of the refrigerator.
  • Page 17 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Installing the refrigerator Installing the ventilation grille LS 300 No. in fig. c Description Slider Ventilation grille Installation frame 1. Ensure the installation is water resistant (fig. d, page 17). 2. Insert the installation frame and screw it down tightly (fig. e, page 17). Use all fixing holes.
  • Page 18 Installing the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X 3. Fit the ventilation grille (step 1. and step 2. in fig. f, page 18). 4. Insert the slider and lock the ventilation grille with it (step 3. in fig. f, page 18). Install the roof vent No.
  • Page 19 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Installing the refrigerator 1. Ensure the installation is water resistant (fig. h, page 18). 2. Insert the installation frame and screw it down tightly (fig. i 1, page 20). Use all the fixing holes for this. 3. Insert the hood and screw it down tightly (fig. i 2, page 20).
  • Page 20 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Installing the flue duct NOTE • Install the Dometic gas flue kit 3776. • It is not recommended to install additional flue stacks, as this leads to poor perfor- mance and increases the power consumption of the refrigerator.
  • Page 21 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Installing the refrigerator Install the flue duct as follows: min. 15 mm 1. Make a rectangular opening in the outer wall of the vehicle (fig. k, page 21). – The opening must be as wide as the flue pipe (fig. j 3, page 20). –...
  • Page 22 Installing the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X 9. Attach the cover for the flue stack outside on the vehicle (fig. m, page 22).
  • Page 23 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Installing the refrigerator Securing the refrigerator CAUTION! Only screw through the bushes built into the refrigerator, otherwise foamed compo- nents, including electrical wiring, can be damaged. NOTE Ensure that the screws are tight, to prevent them coming loose when under increased loads (while driving).

  • Page 24: Connecting The Refrigerator

    Connecting the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Connecting the refrigerator Connecting to the gas supply NOTICE! • This refrigerator may only be connected to the gas supply by a specialist in accord- ance with the applicable guidelines and standards. • Only use cylinders of universal LPG gas fitted with an approved gas pressure regu- lator.
  • Page 25 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Connecting the refrigerator 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 26 Connecting the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X RUA6408X, 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 (RUA6408X, RUA8408X only) Gas valve...
  • Page 28 Connecting the refrigerator RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Connect the device as follows: 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 to heater connection: ≥ 10 mm (fig.
  • Page 29 RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Connecting the refrigerator Alternative connection methods for DC power supply Refrigerator DC connections Power Module Heater 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 Power Module Heater 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 (not included) to add 12 Vg to the D+ connection wire, only when the vehicle is moving.

  • Page 31: Disposal

    RUA5208X, RUA6408X, RUA8408X Disposal Refrigerator DC connections Power Module Heater 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 (not included). The D+ wire can only get a 12 V signal when the battery is being charged.
  • Page 32 YOUR LOCAL YOUR LOCAL YOUR LOCAL DEALER SUPPORT SALES OFFICE dometic.com/dealer dometic.com/contact dometic DOMETIC GROUP AB...

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