INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS REFRIGERATOR FOR LP-GAS AND ELECTRIC OPERATION. RM 2552 RM 2553 Contents: FOR YOUR SAFETY Page If you smell gas: Installation Operating Instructions 1. Open windows. Maint. & Service 2. Don’t touch electrical switches. Changing door hinges 3.
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Heater Cover, Reigniter Flue baffle Cover, Terminal block Protection cover 12 Volt Terminal block, Reigniter Screw for protection cover 12 volt Terminal block, 3-way only Inlet fitting Burner jet Manual gas Drain water hose shutoff valve FIG. 1 Flexible cord Refrigerator control panel LEGEND A.
CERTIFIED INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Certified installations require one roof vent and one GENERAL INSTRUCTION lower side vent. This appliance is designed for storage of foods For "Certified Vent System Kits" see page 14. and storage of frozen foods and making ice. For further information contact your dealer or distributor.
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Recess Refrigerator Dimensions Dimensions Model Height Width Depth Height Width Depth RM 2552 inch 43-1/2 24-7/8 24-11/16 42-5/8 23-11/16 RM 2553 1104 1083 This method of installation and these clearances will give you adequate space for service and proper installation.
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INSTALLING REFRIGERATOR IN ENCLOSURE NOTE: DO NOT install the appliance directly on carpeting. Carpeting must be removed or protected by a metal or wood panel be- neath the appliance which extends at least full width and depth of the appliance. The refrigerator must be installed in a substantial en- closure and must be level.
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GAS CONNECTION Hook-up to the gas supply line is accomplished at the manual gas valve, which is furnished with a 3/8" SAE (UNF 5/8" -18) male flare connection. All completed connections should be checked for leaks with soapy water. WARNING DO NOT use a flame to check for gas leaks.
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2-way refrigerator model Relay On the 2-way refrigerator model RM 2552, 12 volts DC Refrigerator must be connected to the refrigerator to provide power for operation of the automatic reigniter. One terminal block marked "12 volts DC reigniter", is located on the back of the refrigerator cabinet.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANCE OF LEVELING A WARNING REFRIGERATOR In an absorption refrigerator system, ammonia is lique- Most LP gas appliances used in recreational ve- fied in the finned condenser coil at the top rear of the hicles are vented to the outside of the vehicle. refrigerator.
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"MAX". Refrigerator volume The combined volume of the freezer and fresh food compartments are 4.8 cubic feet for the models RM 2552 and RM 2553. DEFROSTING Shut off the refrigerator by turning the knob A to "OFF"...
Model RM 2552 is equipped with one electric heater for 120 volt AC. A. It is important to keep the area at the back of the Model RM 2553 is equipped with two electrical heaters, refrigerator clean.
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column. The correct place to take the LP gas pres- 11. Be sure to reconnect the wire to high voltage elec- sure is at the test port just ahead of the burner jet. trode. Check the electrode for proper location and (See FIG.
Relocate. Burner dislocation may also Conversion Kit Number. For further information, please cause smoke and discoloring of walls and ceiling. contact the Dometic Corporation listed on the front page. B. Burner damaged. Replace. INSTRUCTIONS FOR MOUNTING All the above instructions are to be followed closely. The refrigerator is quality-guaranteed.
CERTIFIED VENT SYSTEM KITS Refr. Model Components Drawing RM 2552 Roof Vent 3103633 Base RM 2553 3103634 Cap (Both Required) Lower Side Vent 3102364 3102277 3102970 3102972 3101534 3101782 3101337 For further information, contact your dealer or distributor.