How To Use The Refrigerator - Dometic RM7030 Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

and it then becomes unavailable, the system will auto-
matically switch to GAS. As soon as AC becomes
available again the control will switch back to AC regard-
less of the status of GAS operation.
E. GAS MODE
1. Move the AES/GAS mode selector button (2) to the UP
position. The GAS mode indicator lamp (C) will illumi-
nate. After 45 seconds the burner should be ignited and
operating normally.
2. On the initial refrigerator start-up, it may take longer than
45 seconds to allow air to be purged from the gas line. If
the gas does not ignite within 45 seconds the CHECK
indicator lamp (D) will illuminate and the GAS mode
indicator lamp (C) will go off. To reset when the CHECK
indicator lamp (D) is illuminated, press the main power
ON/OFF button (1) to the OFF then ON position.
If the control is switched to AC operation while the
CHECK indicator lamp is on, it will function properly, but
the CHECK indicator lamp will not go off until the main
power ON/OFF button is pressed to the OFF then ON
position.
NOTE: Do not continue to reset GAS operation if the
CHECK indicator lamp continues to be illuminated after
several tries. If repeated attempts fail to start the LP gas
operation, check to make sure that the LP gas supply
tanks are not empty and all manual shutoff valves in the
lines are open. If the problem is still not corrected,
contact a service center for assistance.
3. Press the TEMPERATURE SELECTOR button (3) until
the lamp at the desired position is illuminated.
Most LP gas appliances used in recreational ve-
hicles are vented to the outside of the vehicle. When
parked close to a gasoline pump, it is possible that
the gasoline fumes could enter this type of appli-
ance and ignite from the burner flame, CAUSING A
FIRE OR AN EXPLOSION.
FOR YOUR SAFETY, when refueling, shut off all LP
gas appliances which are vented to the outside.
The refrigerator must be shut off during refueling.
To do this, turn the main power button (1) to "OFF".
Only after the vehicle has been moved away from
the refueling area should the main power button (1)
be turned back "ON".
F. THERMOSTAT
The thermostat on the refrigerator controls both the gas and
electric operation, thereby eliminating the necessity of
resetting each time a different energy source is employed.
After the initial start-up, the thermostat should be moved
from "COLDEST" to the desired temperature setting, usually
about mid-setting.
G. STANDBY MODE OF OPERATION
This control system contains a feature where it will continue
to operate the cooling system in the event of a failure of a
major operating component. Two different modes of opera-
tion can occur in this category.
If for some reason the display module becomes nonfunc-
tional, the control system will revert to fully automatic
operation - selecting the best energy source available with
AC and GAS priority. The temperature of the refrigerator will
be maintained at the MID position within normal temperature
tolerances. The power module will continually attempt to
reestablish operation of the display module.
The second standby mode of operation will execute when a
failure of the temperature sensing device or associated
electronic circuitry occurs. If this should occur, the control
system will operate on the energy source selected via the
control panel. The cooling unit will run continuously on the
selected energy source. The refrigerator will continue to
operate in this mode indefinitely or until a new sensor is
installed and the system is reset.
H. TO SHUT OFF THE REFRIGERATOR
The refrigerator may be shut off while in any mode of
operation by pressing the main power ON/OFF button to the
UP (OFF) position. This shuts off all DC power to the
refrigerator.

4. HOW TO USE THE REFRIGERATOR

A. FOOD STORAGE COMPARTMENT
The food storage compartment is completely closed and
unventilated, which is necessary to maintain the required low
temperature for food storage; consequently, foods having a
strong odor or those that absorb odors easily should be
covered. Vegetables, salads, etc. should be covered to
retain their crispness. The coldest positions in the refrigera-
tor are under the cooling fins and at the bottom of the
refrigerator. The warmer areas are on the upper door
shelves. This should be considered when placing different
types of food in the refrigerator.
B. FROZEN FOOD STORAGE
COMPARTMENT
Quick frozen soft fruits and ice cream should be placed in the
coldest part of the compartment, which is on the top freezer
shelf. Frozen vegetables may be stored in any part of the
compartment.
This compartment is not designed for deep or quick freezing
of food. Meat or fish, whether raw or prepared, can be stored
in the frozen food storage compartment provided they are
precooled first in the refrigerator. They can be stored about
three times longer in the frozen food compartment as
compared to the fresh food compartment. To prevent food
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