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Environmental conditions influence the performance of the
refrigeration unit. The system reacts sluggishly to changes in
the thermostat regulator, loss of cold when opening the door
or storing goods. Use the winter cover if the temperature is
below +10°C (Dometic accessory).
If the temperature stays above +32°C, an additional fan
(Dometic accessory) should be installed
Turn on the refrigerator at least 12 hours before putting
anything in it and, if possible, store only goods that have
already been cooled.
It is not suitable for freezing food nor for the proper storage
of medication.
• Goods that might emit readily volatile or flammable gases
must not be stored in the refrigerator.
• Always store perishable food directly next to the cooling
fins or as close to the bottom of the refrigerator as possible.
• If gas operation has been activated, then the indicator in
the control window will move into the green zone
n
.
Only release the button when the the indicator is in the
green zone.
• Use the thermostat
o
to regulate the cooling capacity.
No absolute temperature values have been assigned to
the temperature levels.
• To turn the refrigerator off turn the energy selector switch
to the O position
m
• Close the main stop valve on the gas cylinder and the
“Refrigerator” gas stop valve.
It is not permitted to operate the refrigerator with gas
- at petrol stations
- while driving
- while the vehicle is being transported by means of a transport
or towing vehicle.
This may cause a fire.
• Food should always be stored in closed containers,
aluminium foil or similar materials.
• Never store heated food in the refrigerator; always let it
cool off first.
Storing food