CCD-0005837 Rev: 05-10-22
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Installation
What’s in the Box
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Set the unit upright.
NOTE:
The refrigerator may have been laid on its back for
transportation and delivery. This is acceptable, but must be stood
up-right vertically for at least 4 hours before running the compressor
to settle the compressor oil.
1. Unpack the unit, discard the packaging material appropriately.
2. Confirm everything is in the box. If anything is damaged or missing,
contact your dealer.
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Refrigerator x 1
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User Manual x 1
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Warranty Leaflet x 1
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Refrigerator Door Lock Cover x 1
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Storage Lock x 1
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Air Vent (on glass shelf) x 1
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Door Bin (on glass shelf) x 1
Site Preparation
Removing the Existing Refrigerator (if applicable)
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION
Gas leaks may occur in your system and result in a dangerous
situation. Always perform a leak test for possible leaks according to
the manufacturer’s instructions after removing any appliance.
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NEVER leak test when smoking. Never use a flame.
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Do not use any appliance until connection has been leak tested
and does not leak.
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Remove the existing refrigerator (if applicable):
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Unplug the 120V AC power cord from the receptacle at the rear
of the refrigerator enclosure.
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Disconnect the 12V DC leads from the refrigerator and cap the
lead ends.
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Turn off the LP gas supply to the refrigerator.
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Disconnect the LP gas line from the refrigerator. Cap the line
and verify there are no LP gas leaks.
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Remove the screws anchoring the refrigerator to the enclosure.
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Slide the refrigerator out from the enclosure and remove it from
the RV.
Select Location
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Your new refrigerator must stand on a flat surface which should
support a weight of 330Lbs (150kg). Surface must be level relative
to the coach floor plane.
NOTE:
A slope that is comfortable to live with, and from normal
transportation is acceptable.
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If the appliance is to be placed onto the carpet, support it with a
wooden board. Do not place the appliance directly on the carpet, as
the heat from the compressor may cause the carpet to fade.
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For best and most efficient operation, the refrigerator should
operate within 50°F ~ 126°F (10°C ~ 52°C). If installing near large
heat sources, such as furnaces, fireplaces, furnaces, etc. Ensure
a thermal barrier, such as wood paneling isolates the refrigerator
space as not to hinder performance of the appliance.
Refrigerator Cabinet/Enclosure Preparation
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The built-in refrigerator is designed for 0" clearance to the sides,
top. There is an intentional 1/4" clearance between the back of the
unit and cabinet to allow the service wire to enter the cabinet space.
Frame the cabinet to the dimensions indicated below:
H
D
W
¼” space wire entrance
to the cabinet
1
/
4
"
W
H
D
23½"±1/
8
"
52
7
/
8
"±1/
8
"
24"±1/
8
"
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Squareness of the cabinet/enclosure needs to be within the "W" &
"H" dimensions described in two places on either end. The diagonal
measurement should be within 3/
8
" from each other.
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The base support of the cabinet/enclosure must be prepared with a
0 degree slope. If the existing cabinet/enclosure has a base with a
slope, shimming is required to level and support the refrigerator.
NOTE:
Cabinet/enclosures of absorption style fridges may be
built with a 3 degree slope towards the rear. The slope is to allow
moisture drainage towards the sidewall vent.
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The cooling system is a forced air closed loop design, with inlet and
exhaust on the bottom front of the unit. The enclosure does not need
to be ventilated for any purpose. There is also no need for additional
insulation on sides and top of the enclosure. The enclosure can be
treated as a normal cabinet enclosure of the living space.
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Face surfaces of the cabinet enclosure made from solid MDF should
contain a softwood backing as a skeleton for mounting support, and
to reduce splitting.
NOTE:
A softwood core with MDF laminate, or a soft/hardwood face
will be sufficient without a skeleton backing.
Electrical Connection
WARNING
Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried
out by a qualified or competent person.
All Girard products referenced in this manual are to be installed in
accordance with local and national codes, including the latest editions of
the following standards:
