Norcold DC0788, Service Manual

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SERVICE MANUAL
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Introduction
About this Manual
This service manual provides maintenance, diagnostic, and repair
information for
NORCOLD
®
models DC0788, DE0788, EV0788,
and SCQT4408. It is a reference tool designed for technicians who
are knowledgeable in the theory and operation of AC/DC electrical
systems as installed in a variety of recreational vehicles (RV).
All information, illustrations, and speci
fi cations contained in this
publication are based on the latest product information available
at the time of publication.
NORCOLD
® reserves the right to make
changes at any time without notice.
Certifi cation and Code Requirements
This refrigerator is certi fi ed by CSA International as meeting the
latest edition of CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.63-93-UL250 standards for
installation in mobile homes or recreational vehicles.
The refrigerator must be installed in accordance with this
“Installation Manual” in order for the Norcold limited warranty to be
in effect. In addition, the installation must conform to the following,
as applicable:
In the United States and Canada:
- A manufactured home (mobile home) installation must
conform with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety
Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 [formerly the Federal
Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24
(part 280).
- If an external power source is utilized, the appliance, when
installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with
local codes or, in the absence of local codes, the National
Electrical code, and ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical
Code, CSA C22.2. Parts 1 and 2.
About Installation
Refrigerator installation must conform with the refrigerator
Installation Manual
for the
NORCOLD
®
limited warranty to be in
effect. Installation must also comply with applicable local codes and
standards set by the relevant certi fi cation agency.
Replacement Parts
Use only authorized
NORCOLD
®
replacement parts. Generic
parts do not meet
NORCOLD
®
speci fi cations for safety, reliability,
and performance. The use of unauthorized aftermarket or generic
replacement parts voids the refrigerator’s limited warranty
coverage.
Technical Assistance
If unable to resolve technical issues using the information
provided in this manual, technical support is available through the
NORCOLD
®
Technical Support Center:
 Telephone: 1-800-444-7210
 Fax: 1-734-769-2332
 World Wide Web: www.norcold.com
The following information is required to process technical support
requests; refer to the following page:
■ Refrigerator Model Number
■ Refrigerator Serial Number
■ Refrigerator Cooling Unit Serial Number
■ Recreational Vehicle (RV) Make/Model/Year
Model Identifi cation
Cooling Unit Serial Number
NOTE: Be sure to have the cooling unit serial number available if
you need technical support on this component.
The cooling unit serial number appears on the cooling unit bar
code label. The label is af fi xed to the surface of the cooling unit
leveling chamber.
Fig. 1 - Cooling Unit Bar Code Label Location.
1167359
NORCOLD
N000036A-1
Safety, cont'd.
Do not install the refrigerator directly on carpet. Put the refrigerator
on a metal or wood panel that extends the full width and depth of
the refrigerator.
Some of the refrigerator’s metal components have sharp corners
and edges. Wear hand protection, such as cut resistant gloves,
and exercise extreme care when handling the refrigerator.
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