Service & questions......................14 1. Introduction General This is the installation manual for the Thetford Caprice MK3 SOH44 series. The manual is meant for qualified installers who will install the appliance in a caravan, camper or holiday home. Read the information and instructions carefully and follow them strictly to install the appliance safely and correctly.
Attention. Important information. Note. Additional information. Video. Additional instruction video available. 2. Safety READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE CAREFULLY . FAMILIARISE YOURSELF WITH THE APPLIANCE. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. General Risk of serious injury through burning, explosion, clamping, electrocution, suffocation and poisoning or damage to the product.
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■ The surrounding surfaces must be able to withstand the allowable temperature rise of 65°C above ambient temperature, as specified in the EN30-1-1 standard and in accordance with the design of this unit. ■ The temperature of the surrounding surfaces may rise if there are other additional devices besides the appliance.
In terms of serviceability, this means that a dealer or authorised Thetford service partner must be able to remove and re-install the Thetford product within the time that is allowed according to the Thetford time-list, using standard tools and equipment.
4. Technical specifications Table 1: Burner specifications SOH44 Gas input Injector g/hr Gas burners 2 x 1.44 2 x 104 0.61 1 x 2.36 1 x 169 0.77 Grill burner 1.60 0.65(*) Oven burner 1.50 0.59 Total 8.34 Electrical 12V DC supply (*) On models before 2024, the injector size is 0.62mm Table 2: Dimensions and weight...
Cabinet requirements The location must provide: ■ Wood cabinetry and worktop. ■ Support for at least the weight of the appliance as stated in Technical specifications plus any items placed in or on the appliance The total weight placed on top of the hob should not exceed 10kg. The oven and/or grill should not be loaded with more than 5kg.
If you are unable to maintain the minimum distances mentioned in the table below, protect with non-flammable material. Table 4: Cabinetry protection dimensions Model / ① ② ③ ④ Dimension (mm) SOH44 For models with a glass lid, the distance from the edge of the burner to the rear wall can be reduced to 110mm.
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1. 445-447mm 2. 493mm 3. Wood batten, to be fitted to both sides of the cabinet: max. 40x15x450mm 4. 40mm 5. Ventilation opening 6. 493mm 7. 17mm 8. 37mm Ensure there is a gap of 10mm min. between the door of the appliance and adjacent cabinetry or doors.
1. Wood batten 2. Ventilation opening 3. Gas dispersion hole 4. min. 473mm 6. Installation Read the applicable instructions in chapter Safety first. Prepare See Technical specifications and Before installation for more information. ■ Prepare the cabinet and worktop for the appliance. ■...
■ Slide the appliance half way into the opening. ■ Connect the 12V DC cables for spark ignition (and cooling fans where applicable) to a 12V DC battery or power supply, using suitable connectors and observing the correct polarity. ■ Place the appliance into the opening.
7. After installation Read the applicable instructions in chapter Safety first. Visual checks Check if: ■ All packaging materials have been removed. ■ The appliance is placed, mounted and levelled on a stable structure. ■ Vents and gas dispersal hole are not blocked/obstructed. ■...
For our warranty clause, please refer to the conditions mentioned on www.thetford.com. Declaration of Conformity Thetford hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the applicable Regulations, Directives and Standards. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at www.thetford.com.
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