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Before applying power, stand unit upright for a minimum of 1 hour to allow compressor oil to settle. NOTE: Although, Dometic states on the packaging to always keep unit upright, we cannot control how the carrier handles our boxes. This also applies if the unit has been set on its side to affix any accessories.
Start with “General Trouble-Shooting” sections A and B; then, go to “Specific Trouble-shooting of Electrical Components”, start with section A and work systematically to section D. DOMETIC CORPORATION, ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION P.O. Box 15299 I Richmond, VA 23227 USA Phone +804 746 1313 | Fax +804 746 7248 www.dometic.com...
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A: Appliance Does Not Operate. Check: 1. The thermostat knob is “ON”, and turned, at least, half way. 2. The electrical system circuit breaker for the refrigerator is “ON”. 3. The fuse between the Danfoss Module electronic control unit and the power source is good.
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Removed the module from the unit and remove all wires. Wire the Danfoss module as shown with the wires that were on the LOAD DUMP module. LOAD DUMP Module DOMETIC CORPORATION, ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION P.O. Box 15299 I Richmond, VA 23227 USA Phone +804 746 1313 | Fax +804 746 7248 www.dometic.com...
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Make sure the thermostat knob is turned on, remove the speed resistor, set multimeter to check continuity and connect meter leads to these wires as shown. DOMETIC CORPORATION, ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION P.O. Box 15299 I Richmond, VA 23227 USA Phone +804 746 1313 | Fax +804 746 7248 www.dometic.com...
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Energize unit and if unit operates, this action indicates the problem may be a bad thermostat. Replace thermostat. DOMETIC CORPORATION, ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION P.O. Box 15299 I Richmond, VA 23227 USA Phone +804 746 1313 | Fax +804 746 7248 www.dometic.com...
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C. Use screw driver to pry connector from compressor terminals. Use caution. D. If changing the Danfoss module does not fix the problem, this may indicate the compressor is bad. DOMETIC CORPORATION, ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION P.O. Box 15299 I Richmond, VA 23227 USA Phone +804 746 1313 | Fax +804 746 7248 www.dometic.com...
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7. The inside temperature needs to be around 34F to 40F. If the temperature starts in this range but increases over time, put the refrigerator on a test bench, start it, let it run for an hour and check the Cap Tube/ Strainer Assembly located in the back of the unit.
If the measured values between all pins are approximately the same (approximately 2.2-2.5 ohms). The compressor motor is OK. DOMETIC CORPORATION, ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION P.O. Box 15299 I Richmond, VA 23227 USA Phone +804 746 1313 | Fax +804 746 7248 www.dometic.com...
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If there is no continuity through the fan then replace it. DOMETIC CORPORATION, ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION P.O. Box 15299 I Richmond, VA 23227 USA Phone +804 746 1313 | Fax +804 746 7248 www.dometic.com...
2. Do not attempt to charge unit in field. Contact your service dealer or Dometic Corporation at 804-764-1313 or 1-800-234-8778. Ask for the service department.
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The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any injuries or damage caused by noncompliance with any of the installation regulations. DOMETIC CORPORATION, ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION P.O. Box 15299 I Richmond, VA 23227 USA Phone +804 746 1313 | Fax +804 746 7248 www.dometic.com...
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Freightliner Refrigerator Troubleshooting Guide DOMETIC CORPORATION, ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION P.O. Box 15299 I Richmond, VA 23227 USA Phone +804 746 1313 | Fax +804 746 7248 www.dometic.com 750000005 (TJ18F) 750000011 (TJ22F) 750000026 (TJ18FP3) Page 13 of 20...
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Freightliner Refrigerator Troubleshooting Guide DOMETIC CORPORATION, ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION P.O. Box 15299 I Richmond, VA 23227 USA Phone +804 746 1313 | Fax +804 746 7248 www.dometic.com 750000005 (TJ18F) 750000011 (TJ22F) 750000026 (TJ18FP3) Page 14 of 20...
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Freightliner Refrigerator Troubleshooting Guide This drawing illustrates model TJ18F. It is to be used only as a reference for model TJ18FP3. DOMETIC CORPORATION, ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION P.O. Box 15299 I Richmond, VA 23227 USA Phone +804 746 1313 | Fax +804 746 7248 www.dometic.com...
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(electrolysis) resulting in vehicle component damage which could cause loss of life. All Dometic components must be kept clean and dry and checked periodically for electrical leakage. If any electrical leakage is detected, the component should be replaced or the fault causing the leakage corrected before the component is put back into service.
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At any time, the exhaust system of such devices could fail, resulting in a build-up of LETHAL gases within the closed area. DOMETIC CORPORATION, ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION P.O. Box 15299 I Richmond, VA 23227 USA Phone +804 746 1313 | Fax +804 746 7248 www.dometic.com...