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APPLIANCES - INTRODUCTION
This section covers operation and care of
various appliances found in the motorhome:
a refrigerator, cooktop range, microwave,
roof air conditioner and optional appliances.
These appliances operate on AC or DC current,
propane or a combination of the three.
INFORMATION:
Detailed information with CAUTION
or WARNING instructions for the
various appliances, other than what is
found in this section, can be found in the
manufacturer manuals.
WARNING:
Before entering any type of refueling
station, turn off all propane operated
appliances. Most propane appliances
used in recreational vehicles are vented
to the outside. When parked close to
a gasoline pump, it is possible for fuel
vapors to enter this type of appliance and
ignite, resulting in an explosion or fire.
WARNING:
Carbon Monoxide gas may cause
nausea, fainting or death. Operating
a propane appliance with inadequate
ventilation or partial blockage of the
flue can result in Carbon Monoxide
poisoning. DO NOT store flammable
liquids such as lighter fluid, gasoline
or propane in the outside refrigerator
compartment.
NOTE:
Features and options vary with floor
plans.
REFRIGERATOR
The refrigerant is heated until it vaporizes.
When the refrigerant cools, heat is extracted
from inside the refrigerator. Gravity returns the
coolant to a reservoir and the cycle is repeated.
To ensure longevity and proper operation of the
refrigerator, follow the specic guidelines in
the refrigerator manual. With proper care and
maintenance, the refrigerator should provide
years of trouble-free service.
INFORMATION:
Refer to the refrigerator manual for
detailed operating and maintenance
instructions.
NOTE:
To reduce the possibility of food
spoilage, keep the interior box
temperature at or below 40º F. The
refrigerator will consume more
energy to maintain low temperature,
especially in hot, humid climates. Lower
temperature may also lead to quicker
frost build-up.
Operation Specifics
The refrigerator operates from propane
or 120 Volts AC electric.
DC Voltage for control pad operation
must be no higher than 15.4 Volts DC or
lower than 10.5 Volts DC.
AC voltage must be no higher than 132
Volts AC or lower than 108 Volts AC.
Important: Operate refrigerator only when
level. Place the torpedo levels on the bottom
shelf of the refrigerator. The bubble should be
at least halfway in the circle. Generally, this is
within comfortable living conditions.
CAUTION:
Operating the refrigerator off-level
separates chemicals, causing them to
crystallize and block the circulation
action of the cooling unit. Damage is
cumulative and irreversible.
WARNING:
DO NOT use the refrigerator if there
is an ammonia smell inside or outside
of the refrigerator, or if a yellowish
substance appears inside or at the
outside access compartment. This can
be an indication of a refrigerant leak.
Contact an authorized repair facility.
For the refrigerator to operate:
House batteries must be charged.
The primary propane valve must be on,
the electric gas valve must be ON or an
AC source must be available.
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Leveling the refrigerator
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