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TROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
If you run into a problem, refer to the troubleshooting table below.
SYMPTOM CHECK/REMEDIAL ACTION
Refrigerator stops cooling • Immediately turn refrigerator off and contact a Dometic dealer or Service Center.
NOTE! Do not leave it running for an extended period of time, and never try to solve the
problem by repeatedly restarting the refrigerator.
• Do not use refrigerator until it has been repaired.
Refrigerator emits an am-
monia smell
• Immediately turn refrigerator off at front control panel.
• Do NOT open refrigerator doors.
• Open coach windows and doors (to air out coach) and evacuate.
• Turn off manual LP gas valve at rear of refrigerator.
• Disconnect the 120 VAC power at rear of refrigerator.
• Contact a Dometic dealer or Service Center for repair.
• Do not use the refrigerator until it has been repaired.
Refrigerator or freezer is
not cold enough
• Check the thermostat and adjust if necessary.
• Is there a power failure?
• Is the refrigerator level? (Due to the nature of its operation, it is important to keep an
absorption refrigerator level.)
• Door closing properly? Check the door gasket.
• Heavy frost build-up on evaporator ns? To prevent frost buildup, do not leave the unit’s
door open longer than necessary.
• Over packed refrigerator? The unit will have to work harder if refrigerator is stuffed, and re-
sults in higher cabinet temperatures. Arrange food in the unit to allow for free air circulation.
Refrigerator does not work
on electric
• Is the plug rmly connected to the receptacle? Is the receptacle energized? Check the
receptacle by plugging in another appliance.
• Is there a power failure?
• Blown fuse. Turn refrigerator off and contact a Dometic dealer or Service Center for repair.
Refrigerator does not work
in gas operation mode
• LP gas bottle empty? Change the gas bottle.
• Air in the gas line? Remove air by repeating the ignition sequence.
• If the problem persists, turn refrigerator off and contact a Dometic dealer or Service Center
for repair.
Refrigerator emits an odor
from fumes
• Dislocated or damaged burner. Turn refrigerator off and contact a Dometic dealer or Service
Center for repair.
• Dirty ue tube. Turn refrigerator off and contact a Dometic dealer or Service Center for repair.
If the problem persists and the refrigerator is still not working properly, turn refrigerator off and contact your nearest Service
Center. State the problem, model, product, and serial number. These details are stated on the data label inside the fresh
food compartment.