Failure Of Refrigeration; Information About Lp Gas - Norcold 3163 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Failure of Refrigeration

Failure of refrigeration does not necessarily indicate
that the cooling system is defective. Other factors gov-
erning its operation must be checked.
If the refrigerator is operating on gas and loss of
cooling is noticed, switch the refrigerator to the AC
mode of operation. If the refrigerator has been operat-
ing on electric, switch to gas operation. After the refrig-
erator has been switched from one power source to the
other allow several hours to assure the refrigerator is
cycling properly. This will determine if a component
failure in the electric or gas controls is causing the
cooling fault. If no cooling is evident after eight hours
(or overnight), the cause of failure may be the cooling
unit. To determine the actual cause, contact your dealer
or a Norcold authorized service center.
Replacement Parts
The following is a list of parts which can be replaced
by the owner and are obtainable by contacting a Nor-
cold Service Center.
Description
System Cover - Taupe
System Cover - Gray
Thermostat Knob
Door Gasket
Travel Latch Assembly
Air Inlet Grille
Owner's Manual

Information About LP Gas

WARNING
Hazardous vapors! Propane gas can cause an explo-
sion and result in property damage, sever personal
injury, or loss of life. Use extreme care when working
with or near a propane system. Do not smoke. Do not
create sparks or use an open flame to check supply
piping and fittings for leaks.
Every precaution is taken by fuel producers, tank
manufacturers, and LP gas dealers in keeping moisture
out of the fuel, this problem does at time exist causing
regulator freeze-ups. Suggestions that you may want
to follow to help prevent this moisture are:
1. Keep the main tank valve closed during periods
that the gas will not be used and if the tank is
empty.
2. Contact your LP dealer about the addition of
methyl alcohol into your tank. There will be a
minimal charge but it will help prevent freeze-up.
Part Number
617904
617905
617971
617906
617916
617938
617950
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Notice: The refrigerator operates on propane, do
not use Butane or Butane mixtures.
Basic Practices to Assure Safety
1. Do not allow your tank to be overfilled beyond the
legal level capacity indicated by the liquid level
stop fill gauge.
2. When closing the main valve on your tank, never
use a wrench or pliers These valves are designed
to be closed (leak-tight) by hand, if wrenches are
necessary to stop a leak, the valve must be
replaced.
3. When tightening the left hand thread nut on the
service valve, draw it up just snug with a wrench.
Do not over tighten or jam the valve. This is a
machined brass fitting which seats securely
against a female seat in the valve and requires
no pipe joint compound.
4. When you are ready to use your tank, open the
valve all the way.
5. Periodically check the tank and line connections
for leaks using a soapy solution. In transit vibra-
tion may create leaks. Do not check for leaks with
a open flame. Do not allow leak detection solution
to come in contact with electrical components.
6. Make certain your tank is securely fastened in
place.
7. On travel trailer installations utilizing dual tanks,
turn the tanks so that the open part of the tank
guard is facing the trailer. This will help to protect
the valve and regulator.
8. If you remove your tank for transport to a dealer
for filling, transport the tank in the same position
as it is installed and with the valve closed. Secure
the tank against falling or rolling.
9. Always practice safety. LP gas can be danger-
ous. If you have questions about the operation of
your gas appliances or the LP gas system, con-
tact your local LP gas dealer.