Troubleshooting & Diagnostic Test - Dometic RM3762 User Manual

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tRoUblEShooting
troubleshooting table
If you run into a problem, refer to the troubleshooting table below.
Symptom
The refrigerator has stopped
cooling.
Refrigerator or freezer is not
cold enough
Odors from fumes
The refrigerator does not work in
gas operation mode
If the problem persists and the refrigerator is still not working properly, contact your nearest service Center. state the problem,
model, product- and serial-number. These details are stated on the data label inside the compartment.
Check/Remedial action
• Immediately turn the refrigerator off and see a Dometic dealer.
• Is the plug firmly connected to the socket? Is the socket switched on? Check the socket by
plugging in another appliance.
• The refrigerator does not work on 120V aC. Is there a power failure? are the fuses intact
for the aC supply and control system?
• Is the thermostat properly set?
• Is the refrigerator level? Because of its operation it is important to keep an
absorption refrigerator level.
• Heavy frost build-up on evaporator fins? To prevent frost buildup, which can reduce
efficiency, do not leave the unit's door open longer than necessary.
• Has the overheating protection been triggered or not? (Must be checked by an authorized
service technician.)
• Door closing properly? Check the door gasket.
• Overpacked refrigerator? The unit will have to work harder if the refrigerator is stuffed
and results in higher cabinet temperatures. arrange the food in the unit to allow for free
air circulation.
• Is the burner dirty, damaged or not properly located under the flue tube?
• Is the burner jet clogged?
• Is the flue baffle inserted properly in the flue tube?
• Is the LP gas pressure low at burner?
set the main regulator to regulate the pressure so it does not drop below 11 inches water
column at pressure tap.
• Dislocated burner
• Damaged burner
• Dirty flue tube
• Gas bottle empty?
Change the gas bottle
• air in the gas pipe?
Remove the air by switching the refrigerator on and off 3-4 times.
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