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Add a small quantity of mild dish detergent to lukewarm water and wash the interior of
the refrigerator.
Do NOT use abrasive cleaners; they can damage the interior surfaces
of the refrigerator.
Rinsing both compartments in a solution of baking soda and water
(one tablespoon of baking soda to one quart of water) will freshen the interiors and
neutralize odors. Wipe the interior with a soft dry cloth to prevent water spots. Clean the
door gaskets in the same manner as the refrigerator interior. This will help to prolong the
life of the gaskets.
Door Seal
To maintain cooling efficiency and prevent excessive frost buildup, the doors must seal
completely around the entire length of the door gasket. Frequent frost buildup or reduced
cooling are indications of air leaks. To check for complete door sealing, lay a long strip
of paper or a dollar bill across the flange, against which the gasket seals; then close the
door. A frictional drag should be felt when withdrawing the paper. Repeat in several
places all around the door. If the paper feels loose, the gasket is not sealing. Contact your
dealer or service center.
CAUTION:
Do not use undue force or jerking action when opening the refrigera-
tor door. Air temperature differences can cause a partial vacuum within the cabinet
requiring a firm but steady force to open the door. A sudden jerk could cause door
damage or personal injury.
Battery Drain
As indicated, a 12-volt DC source is required for operation on gas to provide features of
automatic ignition. The current draw is less than 500-milliamps. If the humidity heater is
also energized, this adds 240-milliamps for a total less than 740-milliamps (.74 amps).
This indicates that the drain on the battery is very low and has little effect on “battery run
down” unless these switches are left on for long periods of time on a battery with no
means of recharging.
During AC operation, 12-volt DC is required to operate the humidity heater, the light
display, electronic thermostat, and interior light (when equipped).
On three way models the DC operation draws approximately 14.5-amps at 12-volts or
16-amps at 14-volts.
The DC voltage should be checked while operating in the DC mode. The voltage at the
refrigerator should never drop below 11.5-volts.
Battery drain should also be considered during times when the refrigerator is stored,
defrosted, or occasions when the door is left open. The humidity heater, if left on, draws
240-milliamps. Because of this small drain, the NORMAL-STORAGE-HIGH HUMIDITY
switch should be set to the STORAGE position (see section of High Humidity Storage)
Except for DC operation (three-way models) it is evident that the 12-volt demand is quite
low; nevertheless, the refrigerator should not be operated for long periods of time from a
battery only, without a means of recharging through the alternator or converter.
Summary of Contents for Mini Motorhome
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