We have nevere been on a forum, so this is new for us. Before starting the refrigerator, check that all the manual gas valves are in the on position. No, this is not necessary because it is a closed system. Turn refrigerator off and contact a dometic dealer or service center for repair. We specialize in rebuilding the ammonia cooling units that power the rv refrigerator. The cooling unit is the set of metal coils that are attached to the back of your refrigerator. Find information related to the former oceanair brand. Check the air gap between the vent grills, top, and back. Field troubleshooting readdle pdf expert freezer units only. Place the included template on the floor lined up with the centerline of the refrigerator freezer and keep 612 between the wall and the back of the unit c. Dometic rm50 troubleshooting guide for poor cooling.
See how to solve a number of rv refrigerator repair issues yourself, online repair manuals for dometic and norcold refrigerators, and when it makes sense to replace instead of repair an rv refrigerator. This can be observed on the flame indicator e, on the refrigerator. Identifying external problems with a dometic rv refrigerator. Hagens berman purchases advertisements on search engines, social media sites and other websites. Replace any fuses, and turn on appropriate circuit breakers. Larry, i believe all rv refrigerator will not fill once the ignition is turned on. Rv fridge flame adjustment arc gap for easy ignition. If you are having trouble with your dometic or norcold rv refrigerator then you are at the right website. How to troubleshoot the gas ignition on a dometic rv.
Dometics versatile racking system tm, eyelevel control panels and automatic locking system that securely locks the refrigerator doors as you turn the ignition key make all. The refrigerator has reading a pdf on an ipod touch touchpad controls to provide inputs to a. Rv refrigerators are designed to make the best use of the available storage space in rvs, motorhomes and campers. Place the included template on the floor lined up with the centerline of the refrigeratorfreezer and keep 612 between the wall and the back of the unit c. Ignitor is bad no clicking sound or sparking, gas on and running, smell of gas and will manually ingite but the valve cuts off after about 45 seconds after lighting. Oct 14, 2011 but another easy option is to run a separate extension cord and plug the refrigerator into it that eliminates all coach systems from the equation. The troubleshooting process for domestic refrigerator not cooling issue you can never get too careful around electric appliance so remember to equip yourself properly. Run the rvs engine if the dometic rv refrigerator doesnt run in 12v dc mode. Find owners guides and pdf support documentation for blenders, coffee makers, juicers and more. Troubleshooting tips for your rv air conditioner heat pump dometic corporation p. Whether you have a norcold refrigerator, a dometic refrigerator, or some other rv refrigerator. When youre spending time camping in an rv, the tiniest of conveniences become reminders of the luxuries that we take for granted in our daily lives.
Push button c, push butto n d for the piezo ignitor several times to light the burner. A thermistor is a simple resistance based thermal probe that changes resistance based on the ambient air temperature. Referencing the photo to the left, a gas igniter arc is shown, the ark is jumping from an electrode to the lp gas burner. The refrigerator needs adequate ventilation to cool properly. Check the compressor label on the rear of the appliance or the rating label inside the fridge to see which refrigerant is used for your refrigerator. Do not forget the manual shutoff valve on the rear of the refrigerator.
Im going to walk you through the steps of diy rv refrigerator repair. Dometic os1160a 1188 al dometic aes refrigerator diagnostic service manual the dometic corporation corporate office 2320 industrial parkway elkhart, in. When operating in the lpg gas mode, the products of combustion are removed by the flue. Troubleshooting tips for your rv air conditioner heat pump. Simply select one of the links to either view, print, or save a copy. Ignitor is bad no clicking sound or sparking, gas on and running, smell of gas and will manually ingite but.
In order to function, the rv fridge needs to be level. Dometic fridge flame dometic lp gas operation rv fridge. Adjust the thermostat setting if the fridge is too warm or too cold. We have checked the fuses in the power box of the appliance, and have made sure we are using the auto function correctly. This refrigerator is equipped with a control system which can be set to automatically select either 120 volt ac or lp gas operation auto mode, or if desired lp gas only gas. In this program we will discuss the features, operating sequences and diagnostic procedures for the dometic refrigerators that are equipped with the automatic energy selector control system. View and download dometic rm2351 user manual online. Page 10 this is dometic s manual refrigeration diagnosis and troubleshooting program. This program will address the most common system problems associated with the rm2351, rm2354, rm2451, rm2454, rm2551, rm2554, rm2652,rm2662,rm2663,rm2852and rm2862 refrigerators supplied by the dometic corporation. This is dometics manual refrigeration diagnosis and troubleshooting program. Remove the refrigerator control box by pulling it downward. Remove the refrigerator access panel on the outside of your rv.
Apr 14, 2012 the refrigerator in my 95 fleetwood works fine on electricity, but shortly after switching to gas it says check. Disconnect the lead wire on the right position and separate the lamp sockets. True will not warranty any refrigerator that has been connected to an extension cord. The remedy is to affix a thermocouple, with a faster response time, to all refrigerators equipped with a sensing algorithm or a thermal switch. Dometic rv refrigeration repair rv appliance repair. Manual refrigerator diagnostic service manual the dometic. The following links will give you access to the many owners and installation manuals for both norcold and dometic refrigerators. This manual is a guide to good usage and operating instructions for your new toshiba refrigerator freezer. A common problem is when the refrigerator stops cooling properly especially after it hasnt been used in awhile. There are a number of factors that can affect the performance of a dometic rv refrigerator.
There are a few ways you can troubleshoot the gas ignition on a dometic refrigerator. Unplug the coach from its 120volt outlet, and the refrigerator will light the lp burner assembly. If the fridge has been off for an extended period, it can take half a day for it to cool properly. The absorption style rv refridgerator is a low maintenance device, but there are some things that you can do to help it do its job. How to troubleshoot the gas ignition on a dometic rv refrigerator. To purge the air from the lines, turn the refrigerator off and. Determine where you want the centerline of the refrigeratorfreezer to be b. Purging air from the lines if the refrigerator has not been used for a long time or the lp tanks have just been refilled, air may be trapped in the supply lines. Dometic manual refrigerator service manual pdf download. This fridgefreezer must only be used for its intended purpose i. Dometic refrigerators are a popular model in rvs, and can run off of gas or electricity if the gas doesnt work. We are having problems getting our refrigerator to recognize when electricity is plugged in, and it continues to use our lp gas up. The refrigerator is fitted with a safety device that automatically shuts off the supply of gas if the flame goes out. Then, if it still doesnt work, ill let you know when its time to throw in the towel and call a professional to fix your rv fridge.
The electronic control can be reset to normal operation by pressing. The refrigerator needs to be able to circulate air in and around the food. The refrigerator has stopped cooling on the inside touching the chimney commonly a silver vertical tube on the right side of the back of the fridge behind the access panel is warm while at the same time, the absorber vessel a big grey or black horizontal canister sitting the middle of all of the tubes in the back of the fridge, also behind. Dometic rm2611 dometic service manual service manual. Try to avoid placing a large amount of warm food into the rv fridge at one time. Please read these instructions carefully before using this appliance. One thing i have done since i installed my new ice maker is to turn off the water solenoid valve to the im when we are about to begin the last leg of a trip. Box 490 elkhart, indiana 46515 574 2942511 this information is provided to help you maintain your duotherm product. User manual refrigeratorfreezer hbm450wh1 hbm450sa1.
To start the refrigerator, turn knob a to the gas position. May 12, 2018 the troubleshooting process for domestic refrigerator not cooling issue you can never get too careful around electric appliance so remember to equip yourself properly. This is dometic s manual refrigeration diagnosis and troubleshooting program. However, any servicing should be done by a professional. To purge the air from the lines, turn the refrigerator off and on by pressing the onoff button. I had the same problem with our coach and replaced the ice maker and solved all my problems. Connect the fridge to a 120v household power outlet if its not feasible to start the engine some campgrounds dont allow running engines after a certain time. Free kitchen appliance user manuals, instructions, and product support information. First, remove all shelves in the refrigerator, than remove the refrigerator control box by loosening 2 screws.
Pairs of insulation gloves and shoes are necessary items which you must have. Our intent is to provide you with a guideline of checks to make, should you encounter one of the following symptoms. But alas, the fridge is working fine on propane, but reports no ac when i tr. Provides storage space with a variable temperature control that keeps the compartment colder than refrigerator. Dometic s versatile racking system tm, eyelevel control panels and automatic locking system that securely locks the refrigerator doors as you turn the ignition key make all the difference when you hit the road.
Transmission of the information contained or available through this website is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an attorneyclient relationship. If you sell the appliance, give it away, or leave it behind when you move house, make sure you also pass this manual so that the new owner can become familiar. The most important thing is to keep it clean and prevent any obstructions in the venting system. May 28, 2009 thats when a little dometic rv refrigerator troubleshooting knowledge goes a long way. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. Should you experience any problems with your refrigerator, it has the. The defect being addressed is the response time of the sensing algorithm and the thermal switch. Dometic refrigerator icemaker systems and appliances. In this program we will discuss the way an absorption cooling unit operates, and the diagnostic procedures used to troubleshoot the complete refrigerator system. Without maintenance, dometic rv refrigerators will not last as long as they should and will break down often.
Dometic rm2852, rh 448d refrigerator troubleshooting. I am going to give you a service manual that will help out in troubleshooting. The refrigerator temperature is controlled by a thermostat e when the refrigerator runs on 230240 v and lp gas. If all the functions are working on the eyebrow but the ac light i would check the fuse. But when your refrigerator isnt working right, youre not learning a lesson about selfreliance, youve lost valuable food, and youre limited. This link will take you to the norcold website manuals page. Rm2451, rm2454, rm2354, rm2551, rm2554, rm2652, rm2662, rm2663. The safety device can be operated manually by pressing the button d. Installation and operation manual thermo fisher scientific. Norcold 1200lr reports no ac systems and appliances. I have tightened all the connections to the board, as several werent tight, and felt like i had found the problem. The burner assembly will run the refrigerator until the ignition is turned on, and the 12volt source will run the unit while traveling.
Determine where you want the centerline of the refrigerator freezer to be b. Visit us online for more information or to download service manuals today. Troubleshooting a defective cooling unit rv refrigerator. Is this something i can have repaired, or time to look for a replacement. How to troubleshoot a gas rv refrigerator that works on. Doing the thermistor shuffle rv refrigeration repair. All safety data sheets sds can be found on below link. The refrigerator needs to be able to circulate air. Make sure when you check the fuses you are unplugged from shore power, you do not want to touch it when it is hot. How to troubleshoot a dometic rv refrigerator getaway usa. Turn the thermostat knob b onequarter 14 of a turn from the off position. Oct 17, 2016 a thermistor is a simple resistance based thermal probe that changes resistance based on the ambient air temperature.