Dometic RM 7365 L manual

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    T ype C40 / 1 10 822 6100 - 52 T .B. 09/2005 ABSORPTION - REFRIGERA T OR for CARA V AN and MOT ORHOME AUS English RM 7271 L RM 7275 L RM 7291 L RM 7295 L RM 7361 L RM 7365 L RM 7371 L RM 7401 L RM 7405 L Model number ............................................. Product number ............................................. Serial number ............[...]

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    2 www .dometic.com Instructions for storing food in a refrigerator: No refrigerator of any kind can improve the quality of the food; refrigerators can only maintain the food's quality for a short duration as from the time of storing it. Please observe the following particular conditions for storing food in a refrigerator that is built into a v[...]

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    3 1.0 INTRODUCTION 4 2.0 FOR YOUR SAFETY 4 2.1 W arning and safety notices 4 2.2 Coolant 4 3.0 W ARRANTY AND CUST OMER 5 SER VICE 3.1 Damage in transit 5 4.0 DESCRIPTION OF MODEL 5 5.0 REFRIGERA T OR GUIDE 5 5.1 Cleaning 5 5.2 Using the refrigerator 6 5.3 Storing food 10 5.4 Making ice cubes 1 1 5.5 Defrosting 1 1 5.6 Positioning the storage racks [...]

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    4 INTRODUCTION Y ou have made an excellent choice in selecting the Dometic Absorption Refrigerator . We are sure that you will be fully satisfied with your new appliance in all respect s. The appliance, which works silently , meets high quality standards and guarantees the efficient utilisation of resources and energy throughout it s entire life cy[...]

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    5 W ARRANTY AND CUST OMER SER VICE W arranty arrangement s are in accordance with the normal conditions applicable for the country concerned. For warranty or other servi cing, please contact our Dometic Service dep artment. Any damage due to improper use is not covered by the warranty . The warranty does not cover any modifications to the appliance[...]

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    6 Using the refrigerator  The cooling unit is silent in operation.  When the appliance is first put into operation, there may be a mild odour which will disappear after a few hours. Ensure the living area is well ventilated.  The refrigerator will take several hours to reach it s operating temperature in the cooling compartment The freezer[...]

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    7 Proceed to the description that applies to YOUR model. Electrical operation 1. 12V - operation (DC) The refrigerator should only be used while the motor is running, otherwise the on-board-battery would be discharged within a few hours! 2. Mains power This option should only be selected where the supply voltage of the connection for power supply c[...]

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    8 Gas operation   The refrigerator should only be operated using liquid gas (prop ane). Do not use Autogas, town gas or natural gas.   If the refrigerator is operated during travel using gas, the precautions stipulated by the legislation in the respective country must be t aken . Operating the refrigerator with gas is not permitted duri[...]

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    “AUT O”-operation RM7XX5 L - models are equipped with an “AUTO”-MA TIC function. Explanations: Upon switching on, the electronics automatically select one of the three possible energy types: 230V - 12V - liquid gas . The control electronics automatically ensure that the refrigerator is supplied with the optimum source of energy in each resp[...]

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    Additional functions ( RM 7XX5 L - models only ) T emperature setting cooling comp artment As shown, you are able to regulate the temperature of the cooling compartment, if necessary , by turning rotary knob (B) . 10 5.2.6 5.2.7 B T T I I P P medium setting The cooling unit’s performance is influenced by ambient temperatures. Please select the me[...]

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    11 Making ice cubes Ice cubes are best frozen overnight. At night, the refrigerator has less work to do and the unit has more reserves. Defrosting 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 , as described in Section 5.8 - "Switc[...]

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    12 Door locking Switching off Winter operation 1. Check that the ventilation grills and the extractor have not been blocked by snow , leaves or similar . 5.8 2. When the ambient temperature falls below 46°F , the optional winter covers should be fitted. This protect s the unit from excessively cold air . Lower ventilation grille ( L200 ) Upper ven[...]

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    13 Interior light Changing the light bulbs Changing the decor p anel Dimensions of the p anels in mm: Model Height Wid th Thickness RM 7271 /..75 730+1 453,5+1 3,2 RM 7361 /..65 730+1 453,5+1 3,2 RM 7371 713+/-1 453,5+1 3,2 RM 7291 /..95 730+1 491,5+1 3,2 RM 7401 /..05 730+1 491,5+1 3,2 5.10 5.1 1 1. Remove cover . 2. Detach defective light bulb. 3[...]

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    14 Changing the doorhang 5.12 It is not always possible to change the door when the refrigerator is installed. 1. Open the door , unscrew the hinge screw and keep it to hand. 2. T ake off the door by moving it upwards. 5 . Attach the door . 8 . Screw the hinge screw back in. 3. 4. 6. 7.[...]

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    15 T roubleshooting 5.13 Failure : The refrigerator does not work in gas operation mode. Possible cause Action you can take a.) Gas bottle empty . b.) Is the supply cut-out device open? c.) Air in the gas pipe? Before calling the authorised Service Department, please check whether: 1. The instructions in the section "Using the refrigerator&quo[...]

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    16 Maintenance  Works on gas component s and electical installation may only be carried out by authorised personnel. We recommend to cont act your Dometic Service Centre.  The appliance´s gas equipment and it’s associated fume system must be inspected after inst allation. Afterwards an authorised technician must inspect every two years. It[...]

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    17 T echnical dat a We reserve the right to make technical changes. *Average consumption measured at an average ambient temperature of 25°C in pursuance of ISO S tandard. Connecting point s 5.19 RM 7271(L) 821x486x541 77 lit. 9.5 lit. 125 W / 120 W ca. 9.00 MJ/h / 260 g 26 kg X X RM 7275(L) 821x486x541 77 lit. 9.5 lit. 125 W / 120 W ca. 9.00 MJ/h [...]

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    18 INST ALLA TION GUIDE On installation of the appliance, the technical and administrative regulations of the country in which the vehicle will first be used must be adhered to. Otherwise the refrigerator must be installed as described in these instructions. In some OEM appli- cations it may not be possible for these instructions to be followed exa[...]

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    19 Draught-free inst allation The refrigerator shall be sealed so that fumes cannot enter the living area. Illustrated below are two typical approved methods of sealing. Proposal 1: Using the Inst allation Sealing Kit from Dometic (SP .No. 241 2559-00, available from Dometic) Insert lipped seals (A) into the installation recesses at the bottom and [...]

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    20 In this case, for gas operation, do not use the upper winter covering! If even with draught-free installation a fume chimney is desirable, you must incorpor- te the L100 ventilation and extraction system into the upper air vent opening . Installation of fume chimney: please refer to point “ 6.7 ”. V entilation and extraction A correct inst a[...]

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    21 Inst alling the ventilation system 6.4 3. Insert the ventilation grilles. 6. Insert winter cover (optional) 2. Insert the frame ... 4. Lock the ventilation grilles. 5. Clip the extractor insert in position (only for upper ventilation system L100) ... and screw into position. 1. Seal the mounting frame, making it waterproof. Item 1 does not apply[...]

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    22 Inst allation recess The refrigerator must be installed draught-free in a recess (see point “ 6.2 ”). The measurements of the recess are given in the t able below . S tep (A) is only required for cabinets with a step. Push the appliance far enough into the recess until the front edge of the refrigerator casing is flush with the front of the [...]

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    23 Fume extraction Fume extraction must be arranged in such a way as to provide complete extraction of all product s of combustion to an area out side the living area. The flue system must slope in an upward direction in order to avoid a build-up of condensation. Fitting the fume flue in the upper ventilation grille 6.7 6.7.1 min. 10 mm max. 20 mm [...]

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    Gas inst allation   The rules in point 6.1 must be adhered to.   When running on gas, these appliances are intended exclusively to use liquid gas (prop ane) - under no circumst ances should town gas or natural gas be used.   An AGA Approved LP Regulator must be fitted to the gas supply .   The pressure regulator must concur [...]

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    25 Electrical inst allation Electrical inst allation may only be carried out by qualified personnel. The connection cables must be laid in such a way that they do not come in cont act with hot component s of the unit/burner or with sharp edges. The electrical inst allation must comply with national regulations. It is advisable to run the incoming s[...]

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    26 D+ connection and Solar Control connection ( AES only ) D+ connection The D+ control connection must be connected to the respective vehicle terminal (alternator signal while motor is running). Solar control input (S+): Connection only when using a solar system with a solar charging controller with AES output. The respective solar charging contro[...]

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    27 Wiring diagram Wiring diagram for RM 7XX1 L - models and RM 7XX5 L - models 6.9.6 Connections: A = Ground heating element DC B = Plus heating element DC C = Ground electronics D = Plus electronics Connections: A = Ground heating element DC B = Plus heating element DC C = Ground electronics D = Plus electronics Colours: schwarz = black violett = [...]

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