Dometic RMD 8501, Operating Instructions Manual

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General
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At an average ambient temperature of 77°F
(25°C), it is sufficient to operate the refrige-
rator at middle thermostat setting.
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Where possible, always store precooled
products.
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Do not expose the refrigerator to direct
sunlight or any other heat source (e.g. hea-
ter).
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Ensure that air circulation of the refrigerati-
on unit is not obstructed.
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Arrange the shelves evenly in the refrigera-
tor (in the cooling compartment) in order to
achieve the most efficient use of energy.
1.9.2 Energy-saving-tips
Refrigerators manufactured by Dometic are
free of CFC/HCFC and HFC. Ammonia (a
natural compound of hydrogen and nitrogen)
is used in the cooling unit as a coolant. Non-
ozone-hazardous cyclopentane is used as a
propellant for manufacturing PU foam insulati-
on.
In order to ensure that the recyclable packa-
ging materials are re-used, they should be
sent to the customary local collection system.
The appliance should be transferred to a suit-
able waste disposal company that will ensure
re-use of the recyclable components and pro-
per disposal of the rest. For eco-friendly drai-
ning of the coolant from all absorber refrigera-
tion units, a suitable disposal plant should be
1.9 Environmental notices
1.9.1 Disposal
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Do not overfill the storage grids and com-
partments to prevent obstructing the inter-
nal air circulation.
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Maintain a clearance of approx. 0.4 inches
(10 mm) between chilled products and
post-evaporator ("cooling fins").
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Defrosting at regular intervals saves energy
(see section "Defrosting").
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Open the refrigerator door only for a short
period of time when removing products.
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Run the refrigerator for about 12 hours
before filling it.
Do not dispose of batteries in domestic waste.
Take your used batteries to your dealer or a
collection point.
Forced ventilation: To achieve a better air cir-
culation at high ambient temperatures, this
appliance is equipped with an additional fan.
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