Norcold 1200 User Manual

WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance
can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assis-
tance or additional information, contact a qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquid in
the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical switches.
3. Extinguish any open flame.
4. Immediately call your gas supplier.
For 1200XX models: 12.0 cu.ft., 2-way, 4-door, R.V. refrigerator.
For 120X-IMXX models: 12.0 cu.ft., 2 way, 4-door, R.V. refrigerator with ice maker.
The letter “X”, in the model numbers above, stands for a letter or numeral which means a
refrigerator option.
NORCOLD, Inc.
P.O. Box 4248
Sidney, OH 45365-4248
Part No. 628936A (2-06)
English
French
Installation Manual
WARNING: DO NOT install this refrigerator in below deck marine
applications. Do not install this refrigerator in a fixed indoor cabin or
other dwelling applications. This refrigerator must use only
NORCOLD designed and approved outside air intake and exhaust
ventilation for correct and safe operation. Any other ventilation could
cause lethal combustion exhaust fumes and/or explosive propane
gas fumes to be in the living area and/or to be below deck.

Norcold 1200 Specifications

General

Type	Absorption Refrigerator
Total Capacity	12 cubic feet
Configuration	Top Freezer
Interior Light	Yes
Power Source	AC, DC, LP Gas
Refrigerant	Ammonia

Summary

Safety Awareness

Signal Word Definitions

Definitions of 'WARNING' and 'CAUTION' signal words for hazard identification.

Installation and Maintenance Warnings

Warnings about improper installation, adjustments, or maintenance causing damage.

Usage Restrictions

Warning regarding specific installation and usage limitations.

Ventilation Requirements

Essential Ventilation Checks

Ensuring adequate airflow and isolation of combustion system for safety.

Certified Vent Installation Procedures

Mandatory steps for installing certified vents to maintain warranty.

Vent Installation Procedures

Lower Intake Vent Installation

Steps for installing the lower intake vent, including safety placement.

Upper Exhaust Vent Installation

Steps for installing the upper exhaust vent, including debris precautions.

Refrigerator Installation into Enclosure

Positioning and Combustion Seal

Instructions for placing the refrigerator and maintaining critical combustion seal.

Side Trim and Mounting Screw Installation

Steps for adjusting side trim and securing the refrigerator with mounting screws.

Optional Enclosure and Ice Maker Installation

Ice Maker Water Supply Connection

Connecting the cold water supply line for the optional ice maker.

Water Supply Line Installation and Checks

Detailed steps for water line installation, flushing, and leak examination.

Electrical System Connections

120V AC and 12V DC Supply Connection

Propane Gas System Connection and Safety

Propane Supply Line Installation and Codes

Propane System Safety Warnings

Propane Gas System Installation and Testing

Gas Supply Line Installation and Leak Check

Refrigerator Operation and Control Settings

Ignition and Start-Up Procedures

Automatic and Manual Control Modes

Gas Safety Valve Test

Gas Safety Valve Test Procedure

Fault Codes and Troubleshooting

Ignition and Power Supply Faults

Operational Faults and Indicators

Refrigerator Control System Faults