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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

ImPORTANCE Of LEVELING A  

REfRIGERATOR

In an absorption refrigerator system, ammonia is liquefied
in the finned condenser coil at the top rear of the refrigerator. 
The liquid ammonia then flows into the evaporator (inside the 
freezer section) and is exposed to a circulating flow of hydro-
gen gas, which causes the ammonia to evaporate, creating a 
cold condition in the freezer.
When starting this refrigerator for the very first time, the cool-
ing cycle may require up to four hours of running time before 
the cooling unit is fully operational.
The tubing in the evaporator section is specifically sloped to 
provide a continuous movement of liquid ammonia, flowing 
downward by gravity through this section. If the refrigerator is 
operated when it is not level, liquid ammonia will accumulate 
in sections of the evaporator tubing. This will slow the circula-
tion of hydrogen and ammonia gas, or in severe cases, com-
pletely block it, resulting in a loss of cooling.
The refrigerator must be adjusted to a vertical position in both 
directions. Use the feet on the refrigerator to adjust its position.

CONTROLS

The refrigerator can be run on either 120 volt AC or LP gas. 
Changing between these modes of operation is carried out by 
means of control buttons positioned as shown in the figure. 

The energy selector (

A

) can be set at “

ELEC

” (120 volt AC), 

GAS

” (LP gas) or “

OFF

”. The refrigerator temperature is 

controlled by a thermostat (

b

). Please note that the thermostat 

has no “off” position.
The refrigerator is fitted with a safety device, which automati-
cally shuts off the supply of gas if the flame goes out. The 
safety device can be opened manually by depressing knob (

C

).

The piezoelectric igniter discharges sparks over the burner 
when the button (

D

) is pushed. In the flame viewer (

E

) you can 

see a blue light when the flame is alight.

GAS OPERATION

To start the refrigerator, turn the knob (

1. 

A

) to the 

GAS

” position.

Turn the thermostat knob (

2. 

b

) to setting 4.

Push button (

3. 

C

) in until it bottoms out - and hold. 

While holding button (

C

), push button (

D

) for the 

piezo igniter several times to light the burner. This 
can be observed through the flame view port (

E

).

After the flame lights, continue to hold the button 

4. 

(

C

) for an additional ten (10) seconds. Release the 

button (

C

) and check the flame view port (

E

) to 

make sure the burner does not go out. If the burner 
goes out, repeat the lighting procedure Steps 1 
through 4.
To shut off the refrigerator, turn the knob (

5. 

A

) to the 

OFF

” position.

NOTE:

 After changing an LP tank, or after a long shut off 

period, the gas line is likely to be filled with air. You may have 
to repeat the lighting procedure several times to purge the air 
out of the gas lines.

ELECTRIC OPERATION

Check to be sure that the power cord is properly con-

1. 

nected to the power supply.
Turn knob (

2. 

A

) to the position marked “

ELEC

” for 

120 volt AC operation.
Turn the thermostat knob (

3. 

b

) to setting 4.

To shut off the refrigerator, turn the knob (

4. 

A

) to the 

OFF

” position.

ThERmOSTAT

The refrigerator is equipped with a thermostat that can be 
adjusted by turning knob (

b

) to different setting to maintain the 

desired cabinet temperature. 

• 

OFF

” Setting of the Thermostat: In gas operation, the 

thermostat closes its main valve and the burner runs continu-
ously at the bypass rate or pilot. In electric operation, the 
contacts in the thermostat are open and the heating element 
is off.

• 

mAX

” Setting of the Thermostat: In gas operation, the 

thermostat allows the burner to remain on high flame con-
tinuously. In electric operation, the heating element is “

ON

” 

continuously.
The thermostat can be adjusted between “

• 

mAX

” and 

OFF

” to obtain the desired cabinet temperature. The closer 

the knob is to “

mAX

”, the colder the cabinet temperature. 

The closer the knob is to “

OFF

”, the warmer the cabinet 

temperature.

When the thermostat reaches the set temperature, it will cut the 
burner back to bypass or, in electric operation, shut off the heat-
ing element. The setting of the thermostat is not critical, but we 
recommend it be adjusted to maintain a dry frost on the cooling 
fins. Adjust the thermostat knob closer to “

mAX

” when the 

outside temperature becomes warm.

Summary of Contents for Servel RGE400

Page 1: ...re fournisseur de gaz FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Pour votre s curit Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser...

Page 2: ...________________ 7 Periodic maintenance 7 Lighting 7 Shut off storage procedure 7 Troubleshooting 9 Spare parts 9 WIRING DIAGRAM______________________________ 9 Symbols The following symbols are used...

Page 3: ...s fuel for a free standing installation The installation must conform with local codes or in absence of local codes the following standards as applicable Free standing model for floor installation onl...

Page 4: ...e routed to avoid direct contact with the burner cover flue cover or any other components that could damage the cord insulation Refrigerator removal Before working on the refrigerator make sure the AC...

Page 5: ...h button 3 C in until it bottoms out and hold While holding button C push button D for the piezo igniter several times to light the burner This can be observed through the flame view port E After the...

Page 6: ...ads etc should be covered to retain their crispness The coldest positions in the refrigerator are under the cooling fins and at the bottom of the refrigerator The warmer areas are on the upper door sh...

Page 7: ...er should be aware of service that must be done on a regular schedule to keep the refrigerator operating properly A qualified technician who is familiar with LP gas systems and refrigerators should on...

Page 8: ...ure test port Burner jet Burner mounting screw Spark electrode Burner tube Thermocouple Electrode Burner tube 1 8 to 3 16 3 5 mm FIRE HAZARD Do not use a wire or pin when cleaning the burner jet as da...

Page 9: ...rts which will be available if required from your Dometic Service Cen ter Part No Description 200 74 19 21 7 Jet no 58 200 75 03 03 6 Burner with electrode 293 03 79 00 9 Electrode 293 14 96 04 2 Ther...

Page 10: ...e l arr t p riode d inactivit 15 MAINTENANCE ET ENTRETIEN__________________ 15 Maintenance p riodique 15 D pannage 17 Pi ces de rechange 17 Sch ma leqtrique_________________________ 17 Symboles Les sy...

Page 11: ...ratures ambiantes lev es il faut galement pr voir une circulation libre de l air au dessus de l unit r frig rante situ e derri re l appareil Assurez vous qu il reste un espace libre minimum de 4 pouc...

Page 12: ...et D Appliquez une solution bulles de savon du commerce non corrosive sur la buse du br leur Aucune bulle ne doit appara tre l orifice de la buse 6 La pr sence de bulles indique un d faut de fonction...

Page 13: ...n 2 B du thermostat sur la position 4 Enfoncez le bouton 3 C fond puis en le maintenant ainsi poussez plusieurs reprises le bouton D de l allumoir pi zo pour allumer le br leur L allumage du br leur p...

Page 14: ...sition m diane d s que la glace se sera form e Les aliments dans le compartiment inf rieur pourraient geler si le bouton restait sur la position de r glage MAX D givrage Le givre ne doit pas pouvoir s...

Page 15: ...sement peut provoquer une explosion avec des risques d accident mortel ou de graves blessures N B Du chromate de sodium est utilis comme protection contre la corrosion moins de 2 pour cent en poids du...

Page 16: ...la pression du GLP propane V rifier la pression du GLP propane et r gler de nouveau le r gulateur principal si la pression n est pas correcte La pres sion de service qui convient est de 11 pouces de...

Page 17: ...ange La liste suivante indique les pi ces habituellement utilis es et pouvant tre disponibles en cas de besoin aupr s de votre centre d entretien Dometic N de r f rence Description 200 74 19 21 7 Buse...

Page 18: ...s of this Warranty the Original Purchaser should contact their selling dealer If none is available you may call for the location of a service center at 1 800 544 4881 In Canada call 1 519 653 4390 Be...

Page 19: ...ty Registration Form an a check Mastercard Visa or Discover card number covering the charge for the DOMETICARE coverage Any cooling unit which is replaced will not be returned to the Original Purchase...

Page 20: ...Please Process At Once Name_ _____________________________ Address_ __________________________ City ST Zip_ _______________________ Please check here if new address TO THE INSTALLER PLEASE AFFIX THESE...

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