Refrigeration system
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Refrigeration system
The following indications do not replace the information given in
builder’s manual.
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The refrigerator unit is positioned in the aft section of the galley.
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If not fitted with a Frigomatic and/or Frigoboat appliance (opt.),
the fridge compartment can be used as an icebox.
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The unit is reachable through the top by lifting the lid.
• For the identification and the layout of the components described
under this heading, please refer to diagram on page
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Frigomatic Appliance
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The equipment allows for a 12V DC electrical refrigerator.
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The fridge installation consists of:
- a 12 Vdc self driven electrical compressor cooled by an internal
fan, positioned below the locker under the aft head's sink;
- a refrigerating plate in the fridge compartment;
- a thermostat inside the fridge.
• The
REFRIGERATOR
switch is positioned on the 12 Vdc Functions
Panel. (§
7
.6).
• It is activated by the thermostat inside the fridge compartment.
Once adjusted to the wanted temperature, do not use the thermo-
stat as a fridge switch, this function being carried out with the
switch positioned on Functions Panel.
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The installation has been designed with a view to optimizing the
functioning of the system. It is obvious that a slightly superior
consumption will occur at the beginning of the operation, before
reaching wanted temperature.
Precautionary notices
• Do not deposit any object in the area where the compressor is: this
may damage it and would cause a ventilation drop for a regular
cooling.
• When putting bottles and foodstuff in the fridge, take particular care
not to damage the metallic tubes connected to the cooling plate.
• Pay attention not to store any heavy or sharp objects in the
small locker under the fridge and to handle with care any-
thing you place there as the pipes and the joints of the cooling
system can easily get damaged.
