Refrigerator - Chausson V594S User Manual

CHAP. XI operation of appliances

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Our products are fitted with several different refrigerator
models.
The following is an overview of their operation. If you would
like further information, please refer to the instructions written
by the manufacturer of the refrigerator located inside your
vehicle.
Common rules and instructions
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Refrigerator start-up
- Before using the fridge, we recommend that you clean the
inside.
- When you use the appliance for the first time, allow it to cool
for at least eight hours before putting food inside.
- The low-temperature compartment should be cold one hour
after the fridge has been turned on.
Usage
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The refrigerator may operate (230 V), power supply, 12 V
power or ow liquiefied gas. Use the controls A shown in figure
1 to change from one operating mode to another.
- Never cover the ventilation grills on the motor home
walls. The absorption systems must be well ventilated
to operate correctly.
- Any water ingress through the ventilation grills
may damage your refrigerator permanently. We
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recommend great care when washing your motor
home.
Winter operation
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1. Check that the ventilation grills and the extractor have not
been blocked by snow, leaves or similar.
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2. When the outside temperature drops below 8°C, the optional
winter protective device must be used. This is available from
your sales outlet.
3. Affix the cover and fasten it.
It is advisable to use the winter protection when you do not
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intend to use your vehicle for an extended period (optional).
Defrosting
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As time goes by, frost builds up on the fins.
When the layer of frost is about 3mm thick, the refrigerator
should be defrosted.
1. Switch off the refrigerator.
2. Remove the ice cube tray and food.
3. Leave the refrigerator door open.
4. After defrosting (freezer compartment and fins free of
frost), wipe the cabinet dry with a cloth.
5. Use a cloth to mop up the water from the freezer
compartment.
6. Switch the refrigerator back on again.
note:
Water thawing in the main compartment of the refrigerator
runs into an appropriate container at the back of the
refrigerator. From there, the water evaporates.
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The layer of ice must never be removed forcibly, nor may
defrosting be accelerated using a heat source.
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