Monaco 2002 Diplomat, Service Manual

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Appliances
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DIPLOMAT
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The refrigerator operates from either LP-Gas or 120 Volts AC electric.
Controls are electronic which require the DC Voltage to be no higher than 15.4
Volts DC or lower than 10.5 Volts DC. The AC voltage limits are 132 Volts
AC (Volts Alternating Current) maximum and 108 Volts AC minimum.
The refrigerator (from front view) needs to be leveled within 3º side to side
and 6º front to back. Using a torpedo or bulls eye (fence post) level, place the
level onto the freezer plate. The level should be within the circle by a half of a
bubble. Generally, this is within comfortable living conditions.
The heat source for the cooling unit is supplied by an electric heating
element or an LP-Gas flame. The heat source, which is calibrated in BTU’s
(British Thermal Units), is concentrated to a specific area of the cooling unit.
Refrigerator operation in an “off level” condition separates the sodium chromate
and crystallizes from the heat source, which blocks the recirculation action of
the cooling unit and causes accumulative, irreparable damage.
The LP side of the refrigerator and the LP-Gas pressure need to be serviced
yearly, depending on use. Over time the BTU rating can change, which will
affect the refrigerator’s performance. Ambient air temperature and humidity can
also affect its performance and function. The BTU rating lowers when operating
LP-Gas at an altitude higher than 5,500 feet. This affects the refrigerator’s
performance. If possible, switch mode operation to 120 Volts AC electric
while at a higher altitude.
WARNING: Do not use the refrigerator if there is an ammo-
nia smell inside or outside of the refrigerator, or if a yellowish
substance appears inside the box or in the outside access
compartment. This can be an indication of a refrigerant leak.
Contact an authorized repair facility.
Tips for Efficient Refrigerator Operations:
• If possible, cool items first before putting them into the refrigerator.
• Keep the doors shut. Decide what is wanted before opening the
door.
• Allow the refrigerator 24 hours of operation before actual use to
help it get a “head start” with the refrigeration process.
• A box of open baking soda will help absorb food odors. Wipe up
any spilled soda.
NOTE: Keep the interior box temperature at or below 54º F
to reduce the possibility of food spoilage. The refrigerator
works harder to keep a low box temperature, especially in
hot, humid climates. Low box temperature may also add
quicker frost build-up.
Operation
Specifics
Tips