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USER MANUAL N104 THETFORD

SLO 626839/06056071_C.qxd 28-06-2005 15:43 Pagina 1DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY According to Low voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and The Amendment to LVD 90/683/EEC EMC Directive 89/336/EEC Automotive Directive 72/245/EEC and The Amendment 95/54/EC GAS Directive 90/396/EEC CE Marketing Directive 93/68/EEC Type of equipment Absorption Refrigerator Brand Name Thetford Type family N80-N90-N97-N100-N104-N109-N110-N112-N145-N150 Manufacturer’s (Factory) Name Thetford B.V. Address Nijverheidsweg 29 Telephone no INT+31-765042200 Telefax no INT+31-765042300 The following harmonised standards or technical specifications (designations) which comply with good engineering practice in safety matters in force within the EEA have been practised. EN 60335-1 (IEC 335-1), EN 60 335-2-24 (IEC 335-2-24) Low Voltage Directive EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 55014-1, EN 55014-2 EMC Directive EN 732, EN 50165 GAS Directive The equipment conforms completely with the above stated harmonised standards or technical Specifications. By signing this document, the undersigned declares as manufacturer, or the manufacturer’s authorised representative established within the EEA, that the equipment in question complies with the requirements stated above. Manufacturer Date Signature Position 29-03-2005 Louis van Eil General Manager Engineering

• average energy consumption at ambient temperature of 25° C TECHNICAL DATA Thetford absorber refrigerators: Category C11 AC 230V (50/60 Hz) DC 12V Gas types I3+ (G30: 28-30/G31: 37 mbar) (Countries: BE, FR, IE, LU, PT, ES, GB, GR, IT) I3B/P (G30/G31: 28-30 mbar) (Countries: DK, DE, IS, NL, SE, FI, NO) (G30 = butane, G31 = propane) 6071_C.qxd 28-06-2005 15:43 Pagina 2Welcome! Congratulations on purchasing your Thetford refrigerator! You have made an excellent choice. The refrigerator is user-friendly, has the very latest features, uses little power and works silently. It gives you all the convenience of home during your holiday or short break. Enjoy using your new refrigerator! If you have any questions, our Customer Service department will be happy to assist you during office hours. For the address of your local Thetford office, please see the back of this manual. COPYRIGHT © 2005 Thetford B.V. All rights reserved. Changes, printing, setting and translation mistakes excepted. Date: April 2005

6071_BW.qxd 24-06-2005 14:58 Pagina 50FOREWORD 1 INTRODUCTION This user’s manual is for all N80, N90, N97, N100, N104, N109, N110, N112, N145and N150 models of Thetford absorption refrigerators. It explains how to use yourrefrigerator correctly and safely. Read the manual carefully before using therefrigerator for the first time to obtain a quick overview of how to operate and usethe refrigerator.Thetford absorption refrigerators are specially designed to store fresh and frozenfood and make ice cubes in caravans and campers. The control panel allows you toselect the preferred energy source and cooling level. Different energy sources allowyou to use your refrigerator under different conditions.There are numbers in the text that refer to illustrations. These illustrations areprinted in a fold-out at the beginning of this manual.Thetford absorption refrigerators belong to category C11: gas appliances that mustbe installed so that the combustion area is isolated from the living space.To find out more about how your absorption refrigerator works, visit our website atwww.thetford-europe.com.

2 PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 AlertsThe following alerts are used in this user’s manual:

Warning! “Warning” alerts the user to the danger of damage to the product or to the user if the user fails to carry out the described procedures carefully. Non-observance of the procedures may result in serious injury to the user ordamage to the product. Caution! “Caution” alerts the user to the possibility of damage to the product if the user fails to carry out the described procedures carefully. Important! “Important” denotes supplementary information for the user and alerts the user to potential problems.2.2 Warnings- This refrigerator must be installed according to the manufacturer’s instructionsand in compliance with local and national regulations.- Read this manual carefully before you start to use your refrigerator.- Always consult the warnings before you perform any maintenance or gas checks.2.2.1 Repairs / maintenance- Never open or damage the cooling system. The cooling system is pressurizedand contains substances harmful to health.- Never attempt to repair gas, extractor or electrical parts yourself. They must berepaired by a qualified service engineer. Contact the Customer Servicedepartment of Thetford for a list of qualified parties.- Always switch off the refrigerator before you perform any kind of maintenance orcleaning.2.2.2 Use- Never cover the ventilation grills in the walls of a caravan. Good ventilation isessential for the correct working of the absorber system.- Water in the ventilation grating can result in damage to the refrigerator.Therefore, we advise that you put the winter cover over the ventilation gratingsprior to washing your vehicle.- Never expose the refrigerator to rain.- Never operate the refrigerator by gas while driving. If a road accident results infire, there is a risk of explosion. 2.2.3 What to do if…You smell gas:- close the valve of the gas bottle;- extinguish any naked flames;- do not switch on any electrical devices or lighting;- open the windows and leave the room;- contact the Customer Service department of Thetford.You suspect a leak in the cooling system:- switch off the refrigerator;- extinguish any naked flames;- provide sufficient ventilation;- contact the Customer Service department of Thetford.

3 ABOUT YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Your refrigerator has a cold space and a freezer compartment. After starting up therefrigerator, allow it to cool for at least eight hours before placing any food in it.3.1 Cold spaceThe cooling fins are located on the inside of your refrigerator. The absorptionsystem uses the cooling fins to withdraw heat from the refrigerator. Therefore,never place plastic or paper over the cooling fins. Air must be able to circulatefreely through the refrigerator so that heat can be extracted. Important! Do not cover the cooling fins at the back of the refrigerator with plastic or paper. The refrigerator cools optimally when air is allowed to move freelythrough the refrigerator.To limit frosting on the cooling fins:- always cover liquid foods before placing them in the refrigerator;- always let hot food cool before placing it in the refrigerator;- never keep the refrigerator open longer than necessary.3.1.1 Fitting racksInside your refrigerator there are two or three storage racks. You can adjust theracks to a convenient height by means of a simple click system:- click the plastic bracket to the right short side of the rack;- turn the bracket into the horizontal position and insert the rack tipped in asloping position into the refrigerator;- place the short side without bracket into one of the grooves on the left wall ofthe refrigerator;- place the short side with bracket in the corresponding groove on the right wall ofthe refrigerator;- turn the bracket downwards to fix it into the groove.To move a rack, turn the bracket upwards and remove the rack. Place the rack atthe required height in the way described above.3.1.2 Securing products for drivingThe fitting racks in your refrigerator have a system for you to secure products whiledriving. The system consists of a simple click-and-slide plastic strip. To secureproducts on the rack while driving, push the plastic strip as tightly as you canagainst the products on the rack.In the storage space on the inside of the refrigerator door, there are two uniqueThetford bottle slides (see illustration 1 and 2). The slides prevent bottles fromsliding around during driving. Push the slide against the products in the door(bottle slides 1 and 2) or place the products between the bottle slide (only bottleslide 1).3.2 Freezer compartment Important! - The freezer compartment is unsuitable as a means of freezing food, the freezer will maintain the temperature of already frozen food. - Use only drinking water to make ice cubes.- Do not place any other products in the freezer compartment when you aremaking ice cubes.- Water freezes fastest with the thermostat at the highest setting. Tip! - Make ice cubes at night when your refrigerator has more spare capacity. 3.3 Automatic defrosting cycle The Automatic (and LCD – Electric) refrigerators that work on the SES system(Smart Energy Selection)are equipped with an automatic defrosting cycle. At theend of each 49 hours of refrigerator operation, the system checks the temperatureof the cooling fins at the rear of the refrigerator. If the temperature is too low, thesystem activates the defrosting cycle:the system switches off the refrigeration, until the rear cooling element has reachedthe correct temperature again. After this, the timer is set at 49 hours once againand the system resumes normal operation. Each time the refrigerator is switched onor off, the timer is automatically reset to 49 hours. Note! Regular manual defrosting is not necessary with refrigerators that work on the SES system. The automatic defrosting cycle ensures that there is minimal icebuild-up on the cooling element at the rear of the refrigerator.3.4 Door locking mechanismThe refrigerator door has an automatic locking mechanism. The door locksautomatically when you press it shut firmly. This automatic locking mechanism alsokeeps the refrigerator door shut during driving. For some models an additionalsecurity device is fitted below the refrigerator. By pushing the locking bar over thepin when the door is closed, you can be sure that the door does not open duringyour journey.If you are not going to use the refrigerator for a prolonged period of time, you canuse the special storage latch of the door locking mechanism (see illustrations 3 and4) to prevent odours. Rotate the hook through 90 degrees and lock it in place usingthe strike plate. 4 SWITCHING ON THE REFRIGERATOR (control panel according illustrations 5 and 6) - It is recommended to clean the inside of the refrigerator before you switch it on.- Let the refrigerator cool for at least eight hours before you place food in it for thefirst time.4.1 Igniting and starting your refrigeratorManual ignition:ILLUSTRATION 5A = Energy source selector switchB = ThermostatC = Flame meterD = Manual ignition (piezoelectric ignition)Electric ignition:ILLUSTRATION 6A = Energy source selector switchB = ThermostatC = Flame meter

Instructions for use 6071_BW.qxd 24-06-2005 14:58 Pagina 6A. The refrigerator can be powered by the mains (230V), direct current (12V) or liquid gas. Select the energy source that you want by means of the energy source selector switch (A). The switch has four settings: - direct current (DC) (12V) - mains supply (230V) - gas - switched off B. The thermostat controls the refrigerator temperature when the refrigerator is powered from the mains (230 V) or gas. The refrigeration level is indicated by the dots (the bigger the dot, the colder the setting). C. The flame meter shows whether the flame is alight. The flame is alight when the red needle of the meter moves into the green area. D. Pressing the manual (piezoelectric) starter produces a spark that ignites the flame in the burner.

4.1.1 Electrical operation

The refrigerator can be powered by electricity in two ways: - DC (12V): Set the energy source selector switch (A) to the refrigerator will now be powered by the battery of your car or camper. Important! - Always use the gas connection or mains voltage to start up the refrigerator for the first time and to cool it. Powering from the battery of your vehicle is suitable only for maintaining the temperature of the refrigerator and its contents once it has been refrigerated. - When powered by a vehicle battery (12 V) the refrigerator works without temperature control (i.e. constant operation). - Mains voltage (230 V): set the power selector switch (A) to - Set the temperature by means of the thermostat, rotary switch (B). (The bigger the dot, the colder the setting).

4.1.2 Powering with gas

Warning! - Flammable material must be kept away from the refrigerator. - For selection of gas type, see the information plate inside your refrigerator. - For the pressure regulator model, see the information plate inside your refrigerator and the table at the end of this booklet. - The type of gas container and its location must be in compliance with the most recent regulations. Ensure that the unit is installed in a location with good ventilation and make sure that the ventilation openings in the gas container storage location remain open. - The changing of the gas container must be done outside in the open air and out of reach of any possible sources of ignition. - You are strongly advised not to use gas to power the refrigerator while you are driving. If a road accident results in fire, there is a danger of explosion. - You are strongly advised not to use gas to power the refrigerator in the vicinity of petrol stations. 1 Open the valve of the gas bottle and the gas taps. 2 Set the Thermostat (B) to the highest level (the biggest dot). 3 Set the energy source selector switch (A) to 4 Ignite the gas flame: Manual ignition (N80P, N90P, N100P, N112P): - Press the thermostat (B), and keep it depressed. - Press the button for manual ignition several times at intervals of between 1 and

2 seconds. - Release the thermostat when the indicator of the flame meter enters the green area. If it does not enter the green area, repeat the previous step. Warning! Never keep the thermostat depressed for longer than 30 seconds. If a flame does not appear, wait at least five minutes before trying again. If you fail to observe this rule, there may be an accumulation of gas creating the risk of fire or explosion. - Set the desired refrigeration level by means of the thermostat (B). (The bigger the dot, the colder the setting) Electrical ignition (N80E, N90E, N100E, N109, N110E, N145E): - Press the thermostat (B) and keep it depressed. - Ignition takes place automatically. You will hear a ticking noise. If ignition was successful, the noise will stop and the flame meter will turn green. Release the thermostat. - If the flame goes out, ignition will be repeated automatically. - Set the desired refrigeration level by means of the thermostat (B). (The bigger the dot, the colder the setting)

4.2 Switching off the refrigerator

- Set the energy source selector switch (A) to - The refrigerator is now completely switched off. - Use the special storage latch on the door locking mechanism to stop the door from closing. This prevents unpleasant odours and mould in the refrigerator. Important! If you are not going to use the refrigerator for a prolonged period, close the valve of the gas bottle and the gas taps. 5 SWITCHING ON THE REFRIGERATOR (control panel according illustration 7) - It is recommendable to clean the inside of the refrigerator before you switch on the refrigerator. - Let the refrigerator run for at least eight hours before you place food in it for the first time.

5.1 Smart Energy Selection (SES)

When you start up a refrigerator equipped with Smart Energy Selection (SES) you should usually select the AUTO mode. The SES system will then automatically select the best of the three available energy sources. The system will apply the following priority: - mains voltage (230 V) - direct current (12 V) - liquid gas If an energy source becomes available that has a higher priority than the source the refrigerator is currently using (e.g. if your vehicle engine is started), the system will stop using the current energy source and switch to the energy source with the higher priority. If a fault occurs in one or more of the possible energy sources, the system will not generate an error message while an alternative energy source is still available. The SES system switches over automatically. If none of the energy sources is available, the LED of the main switch will turn from green to red and flash every second. SES models additionally allow you to select the desired energy source manually.

5.2 Switching on the refrigerator

Important! The memory of the SES system saves every change made to the setting. Consequently, the SES system will start up on each subsequent occasion in the last-selected setting. ILLUSTRATION 7 A = Main switch (on/off) B = Mode selection switch C = Cooling level switch D = Display LED

1. Open the valve of the gas bottle.

2. Open the taps of the gas supply.

3. Press main switch (A). The LED alongside the main switch will turn green.

4. Use the mode selection switch to select the “Auto” function or one of the power

supplies that you want. The LEDs will show the option you have selected.

5. Set the desired cooling level by means of the cooling level selection switch (C).

The LEDs will show the cooling level setting you have selected. A. Use the main switch to switch the refrigerator on and off. The LED alongside the main switch will turn green. The display LEDs show the most recent settings. After 10 seconds the display LEDs will go out. The LED of the main switch remains green. B. Press the mode selector switch and the display LEDs will show the setting for 10 seconds. Successively pressing the mode selector switch takes you through the menu in the following sequence: AUTO, manual DC (12 V), manual gas, manual mains voltage (230 V) and back to AUTO. Select either the AUTO option or one of the other power supplies that you want to use. The LEDs show the option you have selected. If you select the AUTO option, the system will choose the most suitable power supply and the AUTO LED and the LED of the power supply chosen by the system will both light up. Ten seconds after release of the mode selector switch, the system will switch off the LEDs. They will go out. C. Use the cooling level selector switch to control the temperature of the refrigerator. When you press the cooling level selector switch, the LED showing the currently set temperature will light up. Every time you press the cooling level selector switch you set the refrigerator one position cooler. On reaching the coldest temperature, the system will start again at the warmest temperature setting. Ten seconds after release of the cooling level selector switch, the system will switch off the LEDs. They will go out.

5.3 Powering with electricity

Powering with electricity can be selected both by the Auto mode and manually.

Mains voltage (230 V): This energy source will be selected if the mains voltage is greater than 200 V. This power supply requires a continuous current of 12 V to operate the electronic control system. Direct current (12V) : The SES system will select 12 V powering only if a mains voltage (230 V) is

6071_BW.qxd 24-06-2005 14:58 Pagina 7unavailable, the vehicle engine is running and a voltage higher than 11 V is available. If a fault occurs during electrical powering (230 V or 12 V), an error message will not be shown on the display as long as another energy source is available. The system will automatically switch to the available energy source that has the highest priority.

5.3.2 Selecting electrical power manually

Mains voltage (230 V): The LED on the main switch warns you whenever insufficient voltage is available or if a fault occurs. If this happens, the LED will change from green to red and flash once per second. When sufficient current is available again, or the fault has been resolved, the main switch LED will emit a steady green light again. Direct current (12V): The main switch LED warns you whenever your vehicle’s engine is not running, or if a fault occurs, or if insufficient voltage is available. If this happens, the LED will change from green to red and flash once per second. Once the engine is running, or the fault has been resolved, or sufficient voltage is available again, the main switch LED will again emit a steady green light. NB: If the refrigerator has been manually set to operate at 12 V, it will not automatically switch to another energy source when your vehicle’s engine is not running. In this case, the refrigerator will stop cooling.

5.4 Powering with gas

Powering with gas can be selected both by the Auto mode and manually. Warning! - Flammable material must be kept away from the refrigerator. - For selection of gas type, see the information plate inside your refrigerator. - For the pressure regulator model, see the information plate inside your refrigerator and the table at the back of this booklet. - The type of gas container and its location must be in compliance with the most recent regulations. Ensure that the unit is installed in a location with good ventilation and make sure that the ventilation openings in the gas container storage location remain open. - The changing of the gas container must be done outside in the open air and out of reach of any possible sources of ignition. - It is prohibited to use gas to power the refrigerator while you are driving. If a road accident results in fire, there is a danger of explosion. - It is prohibited to use gas to power the refrigerator in the vicinity of petrol stations.

The system will select gas operation if: - mains voltage (230 V) is unavailable; - the vehicle’s engine is not running. Once mains voltage (230 V) is available again or the vehicle’s engine is running, the system will switch to the available energy source that has the highest priority. If the refrigerator switches from 12 V DC to gas operation when it is in auto mode, the system will wait for about 15 minutes before igniting the gas. During this time, however, the gas indicator lamp will come on. The delay is built in to avoid it switching to gas operation whenever you stop to refuel your vehicle. You can cancel the delay by immediately switching the refrigerator off and then on again. If the system selects gas operation, the ignition will be activated automatically. The

gas will flow to the burner and be lit by the electric ignition. If the flame goes out, the gas will immediately be lit again.

5.4.2 Selecting gas operation manually

If the flame cannot be lit within 30 seconds, the gas supply will stop and gas mode will be switched off. The LED of the main switch will turn from green to red and flash every second. The gas mode can be reset only if the refrigerator is switched off. If you switch the refrigerator on again and the gas mode is still not working, the LED of the manual gas mode will flash to indicate that gas is unavailable. Important! It is prohibited to use gas to power the refrigerator while you are driving. If a road accident results in a fire, there is a danger of explosion. It is prohibited to use gas to power the refrigerator in the vicinity of petrol stations. If it takes longer than 15 minutes to refuel your vehicle, you should switch the refrigerator off using the main switch (A).

5.5 Switching off the refrigerator

- Set the main switch (A) to (off). - The refrigerator is now completely switched off. - Use the special storage latch on the door locking mechanism to stop the door from closing. This prevents unpleasant odours and mould in the refrigerator. 6 SWITCHING ON THE REFRIGERATOR (control panel according illustration 8) - It is recommendable to clean the inside of the refrigerator before you switch on the refrigerator. - Let the refrigerator run for at least eight hours before you place food in it for the first time.

6.1 Smart Energy Selection (SES)

When you start up the refrigerator (equipped with Smart Energy Selection (SES)) you should usually select the AUTO mode. The SES system will then automatically select the best of the three available energy sources. The system will apply the following priority: - mains voltage (230 V) - direct current (12 V) - liquid gas If an energy source becomes available that has a higher priority than the source the refrigerator is currently using (e.g. if your vehicle engine is started), the system will stop using the current energy source and switch to the energy source with the higher priority. If a fault occurs in one or more of the possible energy sources, the system will not generate an error message while an alternative energy source is still available. The SES system switches over automatically. If none of the energy sources are available, the blue LED flashes every second and an error code is shown in the display. Automatic models additionally allow you to select the desired energy source manually.

6.2 Switching on the refrigerator

Important! The memory of the SES system saves every change made to the setting. Consequently, the SES system will start up on each subsequent occasion in the last-selected setting. ILLUSTRATION 8 A = Main switch (on/off) B = Mode selection switch C = cooling level selection switch D = Function LED E = LCD display

1. Open the valve of the gas bottle.

2. Open the taps of the gas supply.

3. Press main switch (A). The function LED will turn blue and all symbols on the

LCD display will light up.

4. Use the mode selection switch to select the “Auto” function or one of the power

supplies that you want. The LCD display will show the option you have selected.

5. Set the desired refrigerating cooling level by means of the cooling level selection

switch (C). The LCD display will show the cooling level setting you have selected. A. Use the main switch to switch the refrigerator on and off. The function LED will turn blue. The display LCD shows the most recent settings. After 10 seconds the LCD display’s backlight will go out. The function LED remains blue. B. Press the mode selector switch and the LCD display backlight will show the setting for 10 seconds. Pressing the mode selector switch sucessive times takes you through the menu in the following sequence: AUTO, manual DC (12 V), manual gas, manual mains voltage (230 V) and back to AUTO. Select either the AUTO option or one of the other power supplies that you want to use. The LCD display shows the option you have selected. If you select the AUTO option, the system will choose the most suitable power supply and the AUTO symbol and the symbol of the power supply chosen by the system will both be shown on the LCD display. Ten seconds after release of the mode selector switch, the system will switch off the LCD backlight. C. Use the cooling level selector switch to control the temperature of the refrigerator. When you press the cooling level selector switch, the LCD backlight will light up and show the currently set temperature. Every time you press the cooling level selector switch again, you set the refrigerator one position cooler. On reaching the coldest temperature, the system will start again at the warmest temperature setting. Ten seconds after release of the cooling level selector switch, the system will switch off the LCD backlight.

6.3 Powering with electricity

Powering with electricity can be selected both by the Auto mode (only Automatic fridges) and manually.

Mains voltage (230 V): This energy source will be selected if the mains voltage is greater than 200 V. This power supply requires a continuous current of 12 V to operate the electronic control system. Direct current (12V) : The SES system will select 12 V powering only if a mains voltage (230 V) is

6071_BW.qxd 24-06-2005 14:58 Pagina 8unavailable, the vehicle engine is running and a voltage higher than 11 V is available. If a fault occurs during electrical powering (230 V or 12 V), an error message will not be shown on the display as long as another energy source is available. The system will automatically switch to the available energy source that has the highest priority.

6.3.2 Selecting electrical power manually

Mains voltage (230 V): The LED warns you whenever insufficient voltage is available or if a fault occurs. If this happens, the LED will start flashing once per second and an error code is shown in the LCD display. When sufficient current is available again, or the fault has been resolved, the LED will emit a steady blue light again. Direct current (12V): The LED warns you whenever your vehicle’s engine is not running, or if a fault occurs, or if insufficient voltage is available. If this happens, the LED will start flashing once per second and an error code is shown in the LCD display. Once the engine is running, or the fault has been resolved, or sufficient voltage is available again, the LED will again emit a steady blue light. NB: If the refrigerator has been manually set to operate at 12 V, it will not automatically switch to another energy source when your vehicle’s engine is not running. In this case, the refrigerator will stop cooling.

6.4 Powering with gas

Powering with gas can be selected both by the Auto mode (only Automatic fridges) and manually. Warning! - Flammable material must be kept away from the rear of the refrigerator. - For selection of gas type, see the information plate inside your refrigerator. - For the pressure regulator model, see the information plate inside your refrigerator and the table at the back of this booklet. - The type of gas container and its location must be in compliance with the most recent regulations. Ensure that the unit is installed in a location with good ventilation and make sure that the ventilation openings in the gas container storage location remain open. - The changing of the gas container must be done outside in the open air and out of reach of any possible sources of ignition. - It is prohibited to use gas to power the refrigerator while you are driving. - It is prohibited to use gas to power the refrigerator in the vicinity of petrol stations.

The system will select gas operation if: - mains voltage (230 V) is unavailable; - the vehicle’s engine is not running. Once mains voltage (230 V) is available again or the vehicle’s engine is running, the system will switch to the available energy source that has the highest priority if the fridge is in Auto mode. If the refrigerator switches from 12 V DC to gas operation when it is in auto mode, the system will wait for about 15 minutes before igniting the gas. During this time, however, the gas indicator lamp will come on. The delay is built in to avoid it switching to gas operation whenever you stop to refuel your vehicle. You can cancel the delay by immediately switching the refrigerator off and then on again.

If the system selects gas operation, the ignition will be activated automatically. The gas will flow to the burner and be lit by the electric ignition. If the flame goes out, the gas will immediately be lit again.

6.4.2 Selecting gas operation manually

If the flame cannot be lit within 30 seconds, the gas supply will stop and gas mode will be switched off. The LED start flashing every second and an error code is shown in the LCD display. The gas mode can be reset only if the refrigerator is switched off. If you switch the refrigerator on again and the gas mode is still not working, the LED of the manual gas mode will flash to indicate that gas is unavailable and an error code is shown in the LCD display. Important! It is prohibited to use gas to power the refrigerator while you are driving. If a road accident results in a fire, there is a danger of explosion. It is prohibited to use gas to power the refrigerator in the vicinity of petrol stations. If it takes longer than 15 minutes to refuel your vehicle, you should switch the refrigerator off using the main switch (A).

6.5 Switching off the refrigerator

- Push the main switch (A). - The blue LED will go out. - The refrigerator is now completely switched off. - Use the special storage latch on the door locking mechanism to fixate the open door. This prevents unpleasant odours and mould in the refrigerator. 7 MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance is necessary to ensure the correct functioning of your refrigerator.

Tip! A good time to clean your refrigerator is straight after you have defrosted it. - Clean the refrigerator with a soft cloth and mild detergent. - Dust the refrigerator with a soft, moistened cloth. - Use a brush or soft cloth to remove once a year any dust from the condenser at the inside of the refrigerator. Important! - Do not use soap or aggressive detergents that are abrasive or soda-based. - The removable interior components of the refrigerator are not dishwasher proof.

Frost will gradually build up on the condenser of the refrigerator. You should defrost the refrigerator as soon as the frost layer is about 3 mm thick. Frost reduces the refrigerating capacity and life of your refrigerator. - Remove the ice cube tray and all food. - Switch off the refrigerator. - Leave the refrigerator door open. - Place dry towels in the refrigerator to absorb the water. - Place trays containing hot water in the freezer compartment. - After defrosting (when the freezer compartment and condenser are frost-free), remove the towels and the water trays and use a cloth to dry off the refrigerator. - Switch the refrigerator on again in the way described in section 4.1 (“Igniting and starting your refrigerator”). Important! - Do not use force or sharp objects to remove frost. - Do not try to accelerate defrosting by using (for example) a hairdryer.

7.3 Door locking mechanism

Frost will form in the refrigerator if the door is not closed properly. To determine whether the door closes properly, close the door with a piece of paper between the door and the refrigerator. Pull at the piece of paper. If you feel resistance, the refrigerator door closes properly. If you feel no resistance, the door does not close properly. Perform this test regularly on all four sides of the refrigerator door. If you find that the door does not close properly, check whether the door locking mechanism keeps the door properly shut.

7.4 Winter operation

If you use the refrigerator when the outdoor temperature is below 8°C, install the Thetford vent winter/storage cover (see illustration 10) on the ventilation grills. The cover protects your refrigerator from excessively cold air. The winter cover is a refrigerator accessory obtainable from your caravan dealer. Tip! It is advisable to use the winter/storage cover if you are not going to use the vehicle for a long period of time. IMPORTANT; DO NOT USE THE WINTER/STORAGE COVER IN TEMPERATURES GREATER THAN 8°C AS THIS CAN DAMAGE THE COOLING UNIT AT THE REAR OF THE FRIDGE. Remove the covers & re-fit when placing the vehicle back into storage.

7.5 Maintenance of gas equipment

A qualified service engineer must maintain and inspect gas and electrical equipment. It is advisable to have this maintenance work performed by a customer service centre. Contact the Customer Service department of Thetford for a list of qualified parties. Important! European laws covering gas appliances and extractors prescribe observance of the following rules (which are the user’s responsibility): - appliances that run on liquid gas must be inspected before being used for the first time and every year thereafter. - the gas burner must be cleaned at least once a year or more frequently if necessary. - If a gas hose is used, it must be checked annually. This hose has a limited life and, thus, must be regularly replaced. Check the hose regularly for cracks, splits and ageing. If in doubt, replace the hose. Pay attention to the maximum life of the hose and replace it in time, as advised by the manufacturer or in conformance with local regulations. - For replacement, a gas hose approved in accordance with the local regulations must be used . Position the hose so that it can rotate, is not kinked, and will allow no bends to occur. - Due to the limited life of the gas hose, it must be installed so that replacement is possible.

7.6 Maintenance checklist

This refrigerator will give you many years of trouble-free use if you simply run through the following checklist regularly: - keep the refrigerator clean (see section 7.1, “Cleaning”); - defrost the refrigerator as often as is necessary (see section 7.2, “Defrosting”); - check the door closing mechanism regularly (see section 7.3, “Door locking mechanism”); - make sure that the ventilation grills are not blocked; - Regularly clean the ventilation grills.

6071_BW.qxd 24-06-2005 14:58 Pagina 97.7 Vent screen The vent has a vent screen to prevent bugs from entering the combustion area of the refrigerators. These vents need to be cleaned regularly to insure a good airflow. When the refrigerator performs poor because of external circumstances such as extreme ambient temperatures, the vents can be removed to improve the airflow and improve the cooling performance of the refrigerators. 8 STORAGE If you do not expect to use your refrigerator for a lengthy period, carry out the following actions: - Remove all food - Switch off the refrigerator - Clean the refrigerator as described in Section 7.1 ‘Cleaning’ - Shut off the gas tap to the refrigerator - Leave the door of the refrigerator ajar using the special door closure hook (storage position) - Place the winter protection on the ventilation grill. 9 TROUBLESHOOTING If your refrigerator does not refrigerate properly or will not start, run through the following checklist. If this fails to solve the problem, please contact the Customer Service Department in your country (see the addresses at the back of this manual). - Check whether you have followed the instructions in chapters 4, 5 or 6 (“Switching on the refrigerator”). - Check whether the refrigerator is on a level surface. - Check whether the refrigerator can be used with an available energy source.

9.1 Problem: refrigerator will not work on gas

Possible cause Action you can take a) Gas bottle is empty. a) Replace the gas bottle. b) Valve of the gas bottle or one of b) Open the valve of the gas bottle or the shut-off valves is closed. shut-off valve(s).

9.2 Problem: refrigerator will not work on 12V DC

Possible cause Action you can take a) 12V fuse is defective. a) Fit a new fuse (Camper ➞ fuse box of camper. Car ➞ fuse box of car) b) Battery is empty. b) Test the battery and charge it.

9.3 Problem: refrigerator will not refrigerate sufficiently

Possible cause Action you can take a) Insufficient ventilation for the a) Check whether the ventilation grills refrigerator. are covered. b) Thermostat set too low. b) Increase the setting of the thermostat. c) Too much ice on the condenser. c) Check whether the refrigerator door shuts properly and defrost the refrigerator. d) Too much hot food stored d) Let the food cool off first. simultaneously. e) Gas burner is dirty. e) Have the gas burner cleaned. f) Door does not shut properly. f) Check the door closing mechanism.

10 Control panel Diagnostics Refrigerators with a LCD control panel have a special diagnostics area which displays an error code if there is a fault.

• Fault 1: AC heater current is measured to be 75% below nominal current. Action: Contact your dealer or a Thetford Service Centre.

• Fault 2: DC heater current is measured to be 75% below nominal current. Action: Contact your dealer or a Thetford Service Centre.

• Fault 3: AC heater is ON when it should be OFF. Action: Contact your dealer or a Thetford Service Centre.

• Fault 4: DC heater is ON when it should be OFF. Action: Contact your dealer or a Thetford Service Centre.

• Fault 5: Senses flame when gas should be OFF. Action: Contact your dealer or a Thetford Service Centre.

• Fault 6: Senses gas output terminal ON when should be OFF. Action: Contact your dealer or a Thetford Service Centre.

• Fault 7: Senses gas output terminal OFF when should be ON. Action: Contact your dealer or a Thetford Service Centre.

• Fault 8: AC mains supply is 20% below nominal. Action: Your controls are in manual AC mode, but there is no power available. Check if you plugged in the 230V connection, if so the voltage supply on the 230V connection is to low, contact the power supplier.

• Fault 9: Gas lockout because flame fails to ignite after 30 seconds. Action: Your controls are in manual gas mode, but the flame fails to ignite. Check if your gas cylinder is empty or if one of the shut-off valves is closed. Select another energy source. Reset the fridge 3 or 4 times in gas-mode until flame ignites. Contact your dealer or a Thetford Service Centre if problem isn’t resolved.

• Fault 10: No “engine running” signal is present and control is in Manual DC mode. Action: Your controls are in manual DC mode and the engine of your vehicle is not running. The refrigerator can only cool on 12V when the engine of your vehicle is running. Start the engine or select a different energy mode.

• Fault 11: No energy source is available and control is in AUTO mode. Action: Your controls are in AUTO mode, but no energy source is available. Start the engine, connect the 230V supply or open the gas supply and reset the refrigerator by turning it of and on again.

• Fault 12: Contact your dealer or a Thetford Service Centre.

• Fault 13: Thermistor fails; control automatically switches to Backup mode (BOS). Action: Check if the connector above the fin on the inside of the cabinet is correctly plugged in. If so contact your dealer or a Thetford Service Centre.

• Fault 14: Display Board and Power board lost communication with each other. Action: Contact your dealer or a Thetford Service Centre.

Thetford B.V offers the end users of Thetford refrigerators a three-year guarantee. In the case of defects within the guarantee period, Thetford will repair or replace the product. In this instance, the costs of replacement, labour costs for the replacement of defective components and/or the costs of the parts themselves will be paid by Thetford.

1. To make a claim under this guarantee, the user must take the product to a

Service Centre recognised by Thetford. The claim will be assessed here.

2. If components are replaced during repair under guarantee, these become the

property of Thetford.

3. This guarantee does not prejudice current consumer protection law.

4. This guarantee is not valid in the case of products that are for, or are used for,

commercial purposes.

5. No claim under the guarantee will be accepted in the following circumstances:

- the product has been improperly used or the instructions in the manual have not been followed - the product has not been installed in accordance with the instructions - alterations have been made to the product - the product has been repaired by a Service Centre not recognised by Thetford - the serial number or product code have been changed - the product has been damaged by circumstances outside the normal use of the product

Thetford is not liable for loss and/or damage caused directly or indirectly by use of the refrigerator. 12 ENVIRONMENT Refrigerators manufactured by Thetford B.V. are PCB-free. Most of the refrigerator is recyclable. If the refrigerator has reached the end of its service life, contact your local waste processing company to dispose of the refrigerator in an environment-friendly way. Energy-saving tips - Install the refrigerator and switch it on about 12 hours before you put anything in it. - Do not expose the refrigerator to direct sunlight. - At an ambient temperature of approximately 25° C you can let the refrigerator operate at the middle position of the thermostat (both with gas operation and mains voltage). - Store foods that have been pre-cooled. - Open the door only briefly when you take things out of the refrigerator. - Defrost the refrigerator regularly.

6.1 Smart Energy Selection (SES)

6.1 Smart Energy Selection (SES)

6.1 Smart Energy Selection (SES)

6.1 Smart Energy Selection (SES)

6.1 Smart Energy Selection (SES)

6.1 Smart Energy Selection (SES)