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Dometic 5 Series Installation Manual

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REFRIGERATION
5 SERIES
RM5310, RM5330, RM5380, RM5385
Absorber refrigerator
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Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 REFRIGERATION 5 SERIES RM5310, RM5330, RM5380, RM5385 Absorber refrigerator Installation Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    RM53xx 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. Table of contents Explanation of symbols ......... . .4 Safety instructions .

  • Page 4: Explanation Of Symbols

    Explanation of symbols RM53xx 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 5 RM53xx Safety instructions • This refrigerator may only be repaired by qualified personnel. Inade- quate repairs may cause serious hazards. • Only use propane or butane gas (not natural gas). • Only operate the refrigerator at the pressure shown on the type plate.

  • Page 6: Scope Of Delivery

    Scope of delivery RM53xx • The refrigerator may not be exposed to rain. Scope of delivery • Refrigerator • Caps • Ice-cube tray • Operating manual • Installation manual Accessories Available as accessories (not included in the scope of delivery): Description Ref.

  • Page 7: Intended Use

    RM53xx 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. The refrigerator is designed to be operated on a DC power supply and an AC socket and can be powered by liquid gas (propane or butane).
  • Page 8 Installing the refrigerator RM53xx 15 – 25 mm > 25 mm > 25 mm • The distance between the refrigerator and the rear wall must be min. 15 mm – max. 25 mm (fig. 2, page 9).
  • Page 9 RM53xx Installing the refrigerator 486 mm 474 mm RM 5310 486 mm 474 mm RM 5330 118 mm 486 mm 474 mm RM 5380 486 mm 474 mm RM 5385...
  • Page 10 Installing the refrigerator RM53xx • The refrigerator must be installed in a recess so that it stands firm when the vehicle is in motion. Note the following dimensions here (H x W x D in mm, fig. 2, page 9): –...
  • Page 11 RM53xx Installing the refrigerator RM 5310 RM 5330 RM 5380 RM 5385...
  • Page 12 Installing the refrigerator RM53xx • The outer wall must be fitted with an air inlet vent (fig. 3 2, page 11) and an out- let vent (fig. 3 3, page 11) with ventilation grilles so that the heat generated can be easily released to the outside: –...
  • Page 13 RM53xx Installing the refrigerator Installing the refrigerator in a draught-proof location Gas-powered refrigerators in caravans or motorhomes must be installed in a draught-free location according to EN 1949. This means that the combustion air is not extracted from the interior and the exhaust fumes are prevented from directly entering the living space.
  • Page 14 Installing the refrigerator RM53xx Creating the air vents NOTE At high ambient temperatures, the refrigerator can only provide its maximum cooling capacity if the optimum ventilation has been provided. ➤ Make an air inlet vent and an air outlet vent in the outer wall with the size of 451 mm x 156 mm.
  • Page 15 RM53xx Installing the refrigerator Installing the ventilation grille LS100 No. in Description fig. 6 Installation frame Ventilation grille Attachment for flue duct Winter cover...
  • Page 16 Installing the refrigerator RM53xx LS200 No. in Description fig. 7 Installation frame Ventilation grille Winter cover...
  • Page 17 RM53xx Installing the refrigerator Proceed as follows: ➤ Ensure the installation frame is water resistant (A). ➤ Insert the installation frame and screw it down tightly (B). ➤ Insert the ventilation grille and lock it in place (C). For LS100 only ➤...
  • Page 18 Installing the refrigerator RM53xx Installing the flue duct Proceed as follows: min. 15 mm ➤ Place the T-piece (1) on the adaptor (2) and the flue pipe (3). ➤ Attach the T-piece, adaptor and flue pipe with a screw (4). ➤...
  • Page 19 RM53xx Installing the refrigerator Securing the refrigerator CAUTION! Only drill through the receptacles provided, otherwise foamed compo- nents, including cables, can be damaged. NOTE Attach the side walls or the attached strips so that the screws are tight, even when under increased loads (while driving). ➤...

  • Page 20: Reversing The Door

    Reversing the door RM53xx Reversing the door Rotary door lock ➤ Replace the door as shown:...
  • Page 21 RM53xx Reversing the door 2-button door lock ➤ Replace the door as shown:...
  • Page 22 Reversing the door RM53xx...

  • Page 23: Put On The Door Panel

    RM53xx Put on the door panel Put on the door panel NOTICE! Beware of damage Only ever lay the refrigerator on its side and never on its back. Otherwise the unit may be damaged. The door panel must have the following dimensions: •...

  • Page 24: Connecting The Refrigerator

    Connecting the refrigerator RM53xx Connecting the refrigerator Connecting to the gas supply NOTICE! • This refrigerator may only be connected to the gas supply by a spe- cialist in accordance with the applicable guidelines and standards. • Only use cylinders of propane or butane gas (not natural gas or city gas) with an approved pressure reduction valve and suitable head.
  • Page 25 RM53xx Connecting the refrigerator SW 17 SW 14 ➤ Connect the refrigerator to the gas supply securely and without any voltage according to fig. f. The following applies for Europe: Use a cutting ring fitting in accordance with EN 1949. A hose connection is not permitted.
  • Page 26 Connecting the refrigerator RM53xx Connecting to 12 Vg and 230 Vw NOTICE! • The electrical installation and repairs may only be performed by a specialist in accordance with the applicable regulations and standards. • According to EN 1648-1, the respective negative and positive cables of the DC connections for heating and lighting may not be joined with one another in a caravan.
  • Page 27 RM53xx Connecting the refrigerator – ge/gn Blue Brown Yellow Green Black...
  • Page 28 Connecting the refrigerator RM53xx – – – ge/gn Blue Brown Yellow Green Black White...
  • Page 29 RM53xx Connecting the refrigerator Item in fig. g, Description fig. h DC heating cartridge DC connection cable Terminal strip for the DC power supply of the heating cartridge Positive cable of the heating cartridge Earth cable of the heating cartridge Positive cable of the lighting Reed contact switch (sensor switch) Galvanometer...
  • Page 30 Connecting the refrigerator RM53xx ➤ Connect the RM5385 refrigerator according to fig. i: HE OUT 12 VDC HE IN (+) (-) B C D E Brown Black White...
  • Page 31 RM53xx Connecting the refrigerator Item in Description fig. i AC heating cartridge AC power connection cable Earth AC power Ionisation Ignition Burner DC heating cartridge LED lighting Gas input Gas output Gas valve DC power outlet Gas valve supply line Optional connections to DC power outlet Negative terminal (–) DC permanent supply for electronics Positive terminal (+) DC permanent supply for electronics...
  • Page 32 Connecting the refrigerator RM53xx DC power Please note the following cable sizes: – < 6 m (interior): 4 mm – > 6 m (interior): 6 mm – Connections D+ and S+: 1 mm – Cable fed via drawbar (caravans only): 2,5 mm ➤...

  • Page 33: Cleaning And Maintenance

    RM53xx Cleaning and maintenance D+ (RM5385 only) In automatic mode, the refrigerator selects the most favourable mode available. The refrigerator is only operated with direct current when the vehicle engine is running. The electronics of the refrigerator uses the signal D+ from the light system to detect the running engine.

  • Page 34: Warranty

    Warranty RM53xx Warranty The statutory warranty period applies. If the product is defective, please contact your retailer or the manufacturer's branch in your country (see the warranty booklet for the addresses). For repair and guarantee processing, please include the following documents when you send in the device: •...

  • Page 35: Technical Data

    RM53xx Technical data Technical data RM5310 RM5330 RM5380 RM5385 Voltage: 230 Vw 12 Vg Gross capacity: 60 l 70 l 80 l 80 l Net capacity: 55 l 65 l 75 l 75 l Connection value: 125 W (230 Vw) 120 W (12 Vg) 18.3 g/h (gas) Ice compartment:...
  • Page 36 Dometic (Pty) Ltd. Dometic Branch Office Belgium MEXICO Regional Office Zincstraat 3 Dometic Mx, S. de R. L. de C. V. South Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa B-1500 Halle Circuito Médicos No. 6 Local 1 Unit 6-7 on Mastiff Linbro Park ...

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