Norcold 3163 User Manual

Installation Instructions and
Users’ Operating Guide
Model 3163
Part No.: 617950H (97-01)
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, al-
teration, service, or maintenance can
cause injury or property damage. Refer
to this manual. For assistance or addi-
tional information consult 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 vi-
cinity of this or any other appliance.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows
2. Do not touch any electrical
switches
3. Extinguish any open flame
4. Immediately call your gas supplier
Contents
Safet
y
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Direct Vent Re
q
uirements . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Propane Gas Pressure and Connection . . . . 5
Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Li
g
htin
g
and Start-Up Instructions . . . . . . . 7
About Your Refri
g
erator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Refri
g
erator Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Refri
g
erator Servicin
g
Re
q
uirements . . . . . . 9
Failure of Refri
g
eration . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Information About LP Gas . . . . . . . . . . 11
Wirin
g
Dia
g
rams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Warrant
y
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Specifications
LP Gas Operation - Specified Fuel: Propane; Gas Suppl
y
Pressure: 11" W.C.;
12 volt DC: 15.4 volts max. 10.5 volts min.
(
for flame i
g
nition and ventilation fan
)
.
120 Volts AC Operation - 132 volts AC max. 108 volts min. 60 Hz.;
AC current draw: 1.3 amps @ 110 volts AC - 1.4 amps @ 120 volts AC
12 Volts DC Operation - 15.4 volts max. - 11.5 volts min.; DC current draw: 11.7 amps @
12 volts DC - 13.6 amps @ 14 volts DC
Operation where these specifications are exceeded ma
y
cause dama
g
e and will void the warrant
y
.
Model No.: _____________________ Serial No.: _____________________

Norcold 3163 Specifications

General

Weight	85 lbs
AC Voltage	120V
DC Voltage	12V
Refrigerant	R134a
Type	Refrigerator
Capacity	3.1 cu ft
Power Source	AC/DC
Depth	22.5 inches

Summary

Safety Precautions

LP Gas System Safety

Safety precautions for handling and connecting the LP gas system, emphasizing leak checks and pressure.

Exhaust Gas Safety

Importance of proper ventilation for exhaust gases and carbon monoxide removal during gas operation.

Electrical Safety and Connections

Refrigerant System Precautions

Installation Instructions

Installation Requirements and Standards

Mandatory compliance with Norcold instructions, ANSI, AGA, and CSA standards for installation.

Interior Ventilation Requirements

Direct Vent System Installation

Requirements for installing the vent-air intake/exhaust assembly for safe operation.

Installing the Vent-Air Intake/Exhaust Assembly

Propane Gas Connection and Pressure

Electrical Connections

120 Volt AC Electrical Connection

Guidelines for connecting the 120V AC power cord, emphasizing proper grounding and avoiding adapters.

12 Volt DC Electrical Connection

Installing Refrigerator into Enclosure

Gas Supply Piping Test

Flame Failure Safety Device Test

Description of Controls

Lighting and Start-Up Instructions

Gas Operation Procedure

AC Operation

DC Operation

Refrigerator Care

Servicing Requirements

Servicing Requirements Checklist

Gas Burner Flame Characteristics

Burner Orifice Removal and Cleaning

Removing and Replacing Refrigerator

Failure of Refrigeration Troubleshooting

Information About LP Gas

Basic Safety Practices

Wiring Pictorial and Diagram

Limited Warranty Information