Dometic RGE 2000 manual

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    RGE 2000 Model number ............................................. Product number ............................................. Serial number ............................................. Please state for future reference : DOMETIC - ABSORBER - REFRIGERA T OR T yp C40 / 1 10 822 6100-53 Deut sch English Français It aliano GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNG AUFST[...]

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    2 via INTERNET www .dometic.com Kundeservice Kundendienst Εξυπηρέτηση Πελατών Customer Service Servicio de Atención al Cliente Service après-vente Servizio Clienti Klantenservice Kundeservice Serviço de Atendimento a Clientes Asiakasp alvelu Kundservice Instructions for storing food in a refrigerator: No refrigerator of any kin[...]

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    3 1.0 INTRODUCTION 4 2.0 FOR YOUR SAFETY 4 2.1 W arning and safety notices 4 2.2 Coolant 4 3.0 W ARRANTY AND CUST OMER 5 SER VICE 3.1 Damages in transit 5 4.0 DESCRIPTION OF MODEL 5 4.1 Model 5 4.2 T echnical Dat a 5 4.3 Declaration of conformity 6 5.0 INST ALLING THE REFRIGERA T OR 6 5.1 Mounting and connecting 6 5.2 Cleaning 8 6.0 OPERA TING THE [...]

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    4 INTRODUCTION Y ou have made an excellent choice in selecting the Dometic Absorption Refrigerator . We are sure that you will be fully satisfied with your new appliance in all respect s. The appliance, which works silently , meets high quality standards and guarantees the efficient utilisation of resources and energy throughout it s entire life cy[...]

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    5 W ARRANTY AND CUST OMER SER VICE W arranty arrangements are in accordance with EC Directive 44/1999/CE and the normal conditions applicable for the country concerned. For warranty or other servi cing, please contact our Dometic Service dep artment. Any damage due to impro- per use is not covered by the warranty . The warranty does not cover any m[...]

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    Declaration of conformity INST ALLA TION OF THE REFRIGERA T OR Mounting and connection This fridge is tested and approved for usage in closed rooms. Mounting the fridge, please note the following points:  The room must have a cubic capacity of at least 20m³, has to be well ventilated and have a window , which can be opened or a door , leading o[...]

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    7 Placing the gas bottle  Gas bottles have to stand up straight.  Place the gas bottle well-ventilated.  Place the gas-bottle, where it can be easily recognized in case of a fire.  The distance between the gas bottle and the fridge must not exceed 1,5m.  Only use bottle types and pressure regulation device that are valid in the parti[...]

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    8  The hose has to be replaced within the intervals settled in the particular national rules.  After having connected the gas bottle, a leak test at all joint s and a burner flame test have to be carried out. Use a leak indicating spray or a foaming agent carrying out the leak test. After having opened the bottle valve check the joint s for b[...]

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    9 OPERA TING THE REFRIGERA T OR Putting in operation  The cooling unit is silent in operation.  When the appliance is first put into operation, there may be a mild odour which will disappear after a few hours. Ensure the living area is well ventilated.  The refrigerator will take several hours to reach it s operating temperature in the coo[...]

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    10 Electrical operation AC 230V~ This option should only be selected where the supply voltage of the connection for power supply corresponds to the value specified on the data plate. Any difference in values may result in damage the appliance. Gas operation The refrigerator should only be operated using liquid gas (prop ane, but ane). Do not use to[...]

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    11 T emperature setting cooling comp artment As shown, you are able to regulate the temperature of the coo- ling compartment, if necessary , by turning rotary knob (B) . S toring food  Switch the refrigerator on approx. 12 hours before filling it.  Always store pre-cooled foods in the refrigerator . Make sure that the food is well cooled when[...]

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    12 Defrosting As time goes by , frost builds up on the fins. When the layer of frost is about 3mm thick, the refrigerator should be defrosted. 1. Switch off the refrigerator , as described in section “6.6 - Switching off". 2. Remove the ice cube tray and food. 3. Leave the refrigerator door open. 4. After defrosting (freezer comp artment and[...]

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    13 Changing the doorhang 6.7 1. Open the door , unscrew the hinge screw and keep it to hand. 2. T ake off the door by moving it in your direction. If it is necessary to tilt or lay the fridge onto the side, wait for one hour , before taking the fridge into ope- ration. The cooling agent runs back into the reser- voir of the cooling unit. Thus a cor[...]

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    14 Changing the decor p anel Assembling the doorgrip S p are p art s 6.8 Dimensions of the p anels in mm: Model Hight Wid th Thickness RGE 2000 718+/-1 491,5+1 3,2 2 . Unscrew the door strip (3 screws). 2 . Adjust door handle at the door and screw onto it. 1 . The fixing point s are marked on both sides. 3 . Attach cover and fix by pushing. 3 . Rem[...]

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    15 Accessories T roubleshooting The refrigerator does not work in gas operation mode.. Possible cause Action you can take a.) Gas bottle empty . b.) Is the supply cut-out device open? c.) Air in the gas pipe? a.) Change gas bottle. b.) Open the cut-out device. c.) Switch device off and on again 3-4 times to remove air from the gas pipe. Before call[...]

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    16 Maintenance  Works on gas component s and electrical installation may only be carried out by authorised personnel. We recommend to cont act your Dometic Service Centre.  It is recommended that the gas burner be inspected and cleaned as necessary at least once a year . We recommend maintenance following an extended shut down. Product liabil[...]

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    17 Notices[...]

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