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When the gas mo9de is selected, the Gas Control Selector is enabled. It is used not only
to light the gas burner but also to adjust the amount of cooling in the gas mode.
NOTE: Your refrigerator may exhibit a tendency to freeze contentsin the gas mode
when outside, ambient temperatures fall below 50 degrees Fahrenheit for two
or more days. The effects of this can be minimized by setting the refrigertor’s
gas control to the “Low Cool” setting (refer to illustration at bottom of page
8 for location of gas control), by keeping your refrigerator cabinet loaded,
and by placing foods more likely to freeze on the middle or top shelves. Also
note that the electric modes of operation are not affected.
Refer to the start-up and lighting procedures for gas mode operation.
The safety valve is built into the Gas control and is designed so that any loss of flame will
stop the gas flow to the burner. It is controlled by means of a thermocouple positioned in
the gas flame. As long as a flame is detected by the thermocouple, the valve is held open.
Upon flame failure (empty propane tank, blow-out, etc.), the valve closes, shutting off the
gas flow. To light, or relight, the Gas Control knob must be pushed and held in while
pressing the Spark ignitor rapidly in succession until a flame is established (see lighting
instructions).
Electric Modes
The AC mode, and DC mode in the case of the 3-Way model, is thermostatically
controlled by a non adjustable thermostat. The Thermostat has a capillary sensor attached
to the cooling fin. The electric heater (AC or DC) wil cycle in response to the fin
temperature to maintain the cabinet temperature.
IGNITION – LP GAS OPERATION (Figure 5-5)
WARNING: Do not hold gas valve in more than 30 seconds. If flame is not
indicated within this time, turn gas to off, wait 2 minutes and retry. Continu-
ing to hold gas valve in will cause gas build-up in the burner area and can
result in an explosion which can cause personal injury or death.
1.
Open the lower vent door at the rear of the vehicle to gain access to the rear of the
refigerator. Open window in front side of Burner Box to view the burner.
2.
Set the Energy Selector Switch (A) to the Gas position.
3.
Set the Gas Control Selector (E) to the HIGH COOL position.
4.
While pushing the Gas Control Selectro switch (E) in, press the spark ignitor push-
button (B) in, several times in rapid succession (A click should be heard each time
it is depressed.). The burner should light; however, continue to hold the Gas Control
Selector (E) in for another 15 seconds before releasing.
5.
Verify that the flame remains lit by looking at the burner through the burner box
window.
6.
Adjust the Gas Control Selector(E) to the desired cooling setting. Close viewing
window ion Burner Box.
REFRIGERATOR (Optional)
CAUTION: The following information is abbreviated instructions for the basic
operation of your refrigerator. Make sure you have read and understand all
information provided by the manufacturer.
The refrigerator is available for your folding camping trailer as a convenience option.
Unlike your home refrigerator, the RV refrigerator can be powered by one of three
sources: 120 volt AC, 12 volt DC or LP gas. Another difference from your home
refrigerator is the ability to withstand the many rigors of the road. This includes the day-
in and day-out physical punishment, exposure to outside elements like dust, and dramatic
changes in temperature.
For top performance of your RV refrigerator, it is important to make sure the trailer is
level. When the folding camping trailer is parked, proper positioning to level the
refrigerator will happen naturally when the trailer is leveled for comfort with no notice-
able sloping of the floor or walls. When the vehicle is moving, the leveling is not critical
because of the rolling and pitching movement.
Another important requirement to keep your refrigerator at optimum performance, is the
ventilation. The lower vent panel is hinged for access to the controls. The upper vent is
for expelling hot air and gases from the LP burner. These can NOT be altered or
restricted in any way.
Points to Remember
• From time to time, especially if the refrigerator has been out of use for a period, make
sure all air vents are free from obstructions before starting up. Also, check connections
for gas leaks using an approved commercial test leak solution.
• Never cover or partially cover the air vents with cardboard or anything else.
• Remember to level the vehicle when stopping for more than about an hour, otherwise
the cooling unit could be permanently damaged due to overheating if it is left on.
• If possible, start the refrigerator on gas some hours before it is to be used to allow time
for the interior to cool. It is then preferable to load the refrigerator with food which has
been pre-cooled in your household refrigerator, or at the market.
• Before moving the vehicle, make sure that all containers are tightly covered to avoid
spills. If required, crumpled paper may be packed between bottles and other items to
prevent shifting while under way.
• Engage the travel catch at the top of the front corner of the door before moving off.
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CONTROLS
The gas mode utilized an adjustable Gas Control. The control can be manually adjusted
to meter the fixed amount of propane gas to the burner thereby acting as a temperature
control to maintain cabinet temperature.
NOTE: Unlike an automatic gas control, this control does not cycle the flame from
high fire to low fire as the other types of RV refrigerators. If the cooling load
changes, the Gas Control must be manually adjusted to maintain the same
temperature.