Dometic RM2410 User manual

Brand: Dometic

Model: RM2410

Type: User manual

820459604

LaGrange, IN 46761

INSTALLATION AND

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

REFRIGERATOR FOR LP-GAS

& ELECTRIC OPERATION

RM2410

RM2510

USA Corporate Ofce CANADA

Service Ofce 2320 Industrial Parkway Elkhart, IN 46515 Dometic Corporation

Dometic Corporation 46 Zatonski, Unit 3

2320 Industrial Pkwy. Brantford, ON N3T 5L8

Elkhart, IN 46516 For Service Center Assistance CANADA

Phone: 574-294-2511 Call: 800-544-4881 Phone: 519-720-9578

MO-M 0728

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas:

1. Open windows.

2. Don’t touch electrical switches.

3. Extinguish any open ame.

4. Immediately call your gas supplier.

POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ

Si vous sentez une odeur de gaz:

1. Ouvrez les fenêtres.

2. Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur.

3. Éteignez toute amme nue.

4. Avertissez immédiatement votre

fournisseur de gaz.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline or other

ammable vapors and liquids in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ

Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser de l’essence

ni d’autres vapeurs ou liquides inamma-

bles à proximité de cet appareil ou de tout

autre appareil.

Improper installation, adjustment, altera-

tion, service or maintenance can cause

injury or property damage. Refer to this

manual. For assistance or additional infor-

mation consult a qualied installer, serv-

ice agency or the gas

supplier.

Une installation, un réglage, une modi-

cation, une réparation ou un entretien non

conforme aux normes peut entraîner des

blessures ou des dommages matériels.

Lisez attentivement le mode d’emploi

fourni avec l’appareil. Pour obtenir de

l’aide ou des renseignements supplémen-

taires, consultez un installateur ou un

service d’entretien qualié ou le fournis-

seur de gaz.

WARNING

AVERTISSEMENT

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for entrusting us to supply your new quality-guaranteed refrigerator which is designed for storage of foods, frozen

foods and for making ice.



The manual should be kept and stay with the refrigerator if it is ever moved or change owners. Installation and service should be



and correctly. Be aware of possible safety hazards when seeing alert symbols on the refrigerator as well as in this manual.

CONTENTS

SYMBOLS

The following symbols are used throughout the manual:

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result

in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in

minor or moderate injury.

Used without the safety alert symbol indicates, a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided

may result in property damage.

Information

Step-by-step instructions

CAUTION

WARNING

CAUTION

CERTIFICATION AND CODE REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . .4

MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

REFRIGERATOR OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

STORAGE COMPARTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MAINTENANCE & SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

APPENDIX A - SPARE PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

APPENDIX B - REARVIEW EQUIPMENT . . . . . . . . . . .

APPENDIX C - WIRING DIAGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

APPENDIX D - CONSUMER SUPPORT . . . . . . . . . . . .

APPENDIX E - DOMETIC WARRANTY &

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

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conform with local codes, or in absence of local codes, the following standards as applicable.

CERTIFICATION AND CODE REQUIREMENTS

In the U.S. the installation must conform with:

-









If an external electrical source is utilized, the refrigerator, when

installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with lo-

-

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In CANADA, the installation must conform with:







and Mobile Housing.

If an external electrical source is utilized, the refrigerator,

when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance





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VENTILATION HEIGHTS

Minimum ventilation heights

Installation with roof vent and lower side vent

  

  

Minimum

ventilation

height

Condenser

The upper vent should be centered

over the condenser coil at the back of

the refrigerator.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS



operation. The installation should be made in such a manner as

to separate the combustion system from the living space of the

mobile home or recreational vehicle. Openings for air supply

or for venting of combustion products should have a minimum



lower fresh air intake and one

upper exhaust ventroof vent

and one lower side vent. The ventilation kits shown in this



The table below displays the components and their part no.

* Replace “XXX” with the color code numbers. For color codes,

contact your supplier. For further information, contact your dealer or

distributor.

The ventilation kits must be installed and used without modi-



refrigerator compartment has be provided for ventilation of

heavier-than-air fuel gases. The lower vent of the recommended

-

tion and ventilating air must not be obstructed.



adequate access opening for ready serviceability of the burner

and control manifold of the refrigerator. This should be cen-

tered on the back of the refrigerator.

NOTE!



through the refrigerator vents.

Certied vent system kits

Kit no. Components Part no.

 











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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Dimensions

Model

Overall Recess

Height



Width

Depth



Height

Width W Depth D

RM2410

inches      

mm      

RM2510

inches      

mm      

Side view View from above

H A

OVERALL AND RECESS DIMENSIONS

CLEARANCES



G  

K 

L 

M



 



The distance between the rearmost part of the refrigerator and the

wall behind the refrigerator.

K K

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLING REFRIGERATOR



The refrigerator must be installed in a substantial enclosure

and must be level.

-

ing must be removed or protected by a metal or wood panel

beneath the appliance, which extends at least full width and

depth of the appliance.



installed must be sealed. Make sure that there is a complete

seal between the front frame of the refrigerator and the



strip is applied to the rear surface of the front frame for this



the enclosure. The sealing should provide a complete isola-

tion of the appliance’s combustion system from the vehicle

interior. Be careful not to damage the sealing strip when the



SECURING THE REFRIGERATOR

It is important to follow the sequence in securing refrigerator in

enclosure since failure in doing that can cause leakage between







The heat produced at the rear of the refrigerator will become

trapped in this space, making the top of the refrigerator hot and









Install the six screws in the following order:

Two screws installed through the front base.

Two screws installed in the top frame.

Two screws installed in the rear base.

CONNECTIONS

GAS CONNECTION

Hook up to the gas supply line is accomplished at the manual





checked for leaks with a non-corrosive commercial bubble

solution







3 rd.

2 nd.

1 st.

The gas supply system must incorporate a pressure regulator



column. When testing the gas supply system at test pressures:

> 1/2 psi - the refrigerator and its individual shutoff valve

must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system.

- the appliance must be isolated from the gas sup-

ply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff

valve.

If detailed instructions on the installation and connection to the

gas supply are required, contact your dealer or distributor.

•

EXPLOSION HAZARD. Never use an open



warning could cause an explosion resulting in

death or severe personal injury.

WARNING

- 7 -

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

120 V AC CONNECTION



plug for your protection against shock hazards and should be

plugged directly into a properly grounded threeprong recep-

tacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this

plug.

The free length of the cord is 2 feet and

it is recommended that the receptacle is

located to the left of the refrigerator





access through the vent door. The cord

should be routed to avoid direct contact



other components that could damage the

cord insulation.

12 V DC CONNECTION (RM2510)



power for operation of the automatic reigniter. The connection











NOTE!

Do not use the chassis or vehicle frame as one of the





120 Volt AC

receptacle

6”

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

TESTING LP GAS SAFETY SHUTOFF

The gas safety shutoff must be tested after the refrigerator is



RM2410

To test the gas safety shutoff, proceed as follows:

Turn on the refrigerator.













-





to the burner jet. Be careful not to damage the burner

jet.



burner jet. Bubbles indicate a defective gas safety

shutoff and service is required.

If no bubbles were present at the burner jet, rinse the









-

.

RM2510

To test the gas safety shutoff, proceed as follows:

Turn on the refrigerator.



out.











-



should not be sparking.



to the burner jet. Be careful not to damage the burner

jet.



burner jet. Bubbles indicate a defective gas safety

shutoff and service is required.

If no bubbles were present at the burner jet, rinse the

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MOUNTING THE DOOR PANEL

The refrigerator is normally delivered without door panel. Be-

fore mounting the door panel, read this instruction thoroughly

and check that the panel dimensions are in compliance with

those given in the table below.

Panel dimensions

max. thickness 5/32" (4 mm)

Model Height

max min

Width

max min



   

inch

   



   

inch

   

To mount the panel, follow these steps:



On new refrigerators, the decoration strip is taped

inside the door; if installed on the door, remove





Insert one vertical edges into the groove of the door



Bend the panel gently so that the free side of the

panel can be slipped into the corresponding groove





Between the upper edge of the panel and the door

frame there is a gap which should be covered by the

decoration strip.

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



the door frame.

Secure the decoration strip with the two screws

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MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

CHANGING THE DOOR SWING

Open the door and remove the two screws holding

the top decoration. The screws are accessible from

beneath.

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Unscrew the bottom hinge pin.

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

lower hinge pin.

Screw the lower hinge pin in the hole from which

the plastic cap was removed.

Before replacing the door on the refrigerator, remove

the catches and move them to the opposite side of

the cabinet.

The holes are covered with plastic caps that must be

removed and inserted in the holes that previously

held the catches.

Unscrew the handle and move it to the opposite side

of the door.

Insert the plastic caps into the holes left open on the



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

of their removal.

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door closes easily and the gasket seals well on all

sides.

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REFRIGERATOR REMOVAL

To remove the refrigerator, follow these steps:

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Loosen the screws anchoring the refrigerator to the

enclosure.

Slide the refrigerator out of the compartment.

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refrigerator, make sure the sealing strips are properly posi-



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Before removing the refrigerator:



Shut off the gas supply.

Disconnect the gas supply line at the rear of the refrigerator.

-

ing connections.

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REFRIGERATOR OVERVIEW

ABSORPTION COOLING SYSTEM





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-

gen gas, which causes the ammonia to evaporate, creating a

cold condition in the freezer.

When starting this refrigerator for the very

ﬁrst time, the cooling cycle may require up to

four hours of running time before the cooling

unit is fully operational.

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

downward by gravity through this section.

Sodium chromate is used for corrosion protection less than

2 weight % of the coolant.

LEVELING THE REFRIGERATOR

Leveling is one of the requirements for proper operation with

absorption refrigerators. To ensure proper leveling the vehicle



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-

erator operating, the vehicle should be leveled to prevent this

loss of cooling.

If the refrigerator is operated when it is not level and the vehi-

cle is not moving, liquid ammonia will accumulate in sections

of the evaporator tubing. This will slow the circulation of hy-

drogen and ammonia gas, or in severe cases, completely block

it, resulting in a loss of cooling.

When the vehicle is moving, the leveling is not critical, as the

rolling and pitching movement of the vehicle will pass to either

side of level, keeping the liquid ammonia from accumulating in

the evaporator tubing.

D ABCE

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Safety push-button

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CONTROL PANEL

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Safety push-button

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eling or parked near gasoline pumps, shut off all





or severe personal injury.

WARNING

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RM2510

















again, repeat the procedure.



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

NOTE!





the lighting procedure several times to purge the air out of the

gas lines.

ELECTRIC OPERATION

-

nected to the power supply.











THERMOSTAT

The refrigerator is equipped with a thermostat which can be ad-

justed by turning the thermostat knob to MAX



the desired cabinet temperature.

In gas operation, the thermostat closes its main valve

and the burner runs continuously at the bypass rate or pilot.

In electric operation, the contacts in the thermostat are open

and the heating element is off.

MAX: In gas operation, the thermostat allows the burner to





When the thermostat reaches the set temperature, it will cut the

burner back to bypass or, in electric operation, shut off the heat-

ing element.

The setting of the thermostat is not critical, but we recommend



it gets warmer outside, adjust the thermostat knob closer to

MAX.

SHUTOFF



refrigerator will not be in operation for a period of weeks, you

should empty, defrost and clean it; and leave the doors ajar. Dry

the ice tray and keep it outside the cabinet.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

RM2410

Before starting the refrigerator, check that all the manual gas











-













not go out. If the burner goes out, repeat the lighting

procedure.



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after that the RV has not been used for some

time, please check that the gas path between

the burner jet and the burner tube has not been





WARNING

GAS OPERATION

Pressure test port

Burner jet

Burner tube

Spark electrode

Burner mounting screw

Thermocouple

Spring

Thermocouple

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REFRIGERATOR VOLUME

Total refrigerated volume:

 

 

FOOD STORAGE COMPARTMENT

The food storage compartment is completely closed and

unventilated, which is necessary to maintain the required low



strong odor or those that absorb odors easily should be cov-



crispness. The coldest positions in the refrigerator are under the



areas are on the upper door shelves. This should be considered

when

placing different types of food in the refrigerator. One half of



designed to prevent large containers half-gallon of milk or



FROZEN FOOD STORAGE COMPARTMENT

This compartment is not designed for deep or quick freezing of

food.

Quick frozen soft fruits and ice cream should be placed in

the coldest part of the compartment, which is at the bottom

of the aluminum liner.



compartment.



frozen food storage compartment provided they are pre-

cooled in the refrigerator. They can be stored about three

times longer in the frozen food compartment as compared

to the fresh food compartment. To prevent food from drying

out, keep it in covered dishes, containers, plastic bags or

wrapped in aluminum foil.

ICE MAKING





place the tray in direct contact with the freezer shelf. To release

the ice cubes, hold the tray with both hands and twist the tray.



the tray with water and place the tray on the freezer shelf.





require ice. Be sure to turn the thermostat back to normal set-

ting when the ice is formed; the refrigerator might otherwise

become too cold.

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STORAGE COMPARTMENTS

DEFROSTING







Leave the cabinet and freezer doors open. Defrosting



water and placing it on the freezer shelf.

When all the frost has melted, empty the drip tray

and dry the interior of the refrigerator with a clean

cloth.

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

Then, reset the thermostat to its normal position.

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PRODUCT CARE

CLEANING



usually done after it is defrosted or put into storage. To clean

the interior lining of the refrigerator, use lukewarm, weak soda









lower vent, upper vent and area between these openings for any



the coils on the back of the refrigerator. Use a soft bristled

brush to dust off the coils. It is important to keep the refrigera-

tor area free from combustible material, gasoline and other

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EXPLOSION HAZARD. Never store explosive

substances in the refrigerator, such as cigarette



to heed this warning could cause an explosion

resulting in death or severe personal injury.

WARNING

Do not use:

A knife or an ice pick, or other sharp tools to

remove frost from the freezer shelves. It can

create a leak in the ammonia system.

A hot air blower. Permanent damage could result

from warping the metal or plastic parts.

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CAUTION

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REPLACING THE HEATER

The heat necessary for the operation of an absorption cooling

unit is supplied by an electric heater mounted in a pocket of the

boiler system. The refrigerator is equipped with one electric

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To replace the heater, follow these steps:







-

ture by loosening the two screws.

Disconnect the heater leads from the terminal block.



With a pair of pliers, unfold the lug holding the lid of

the boiler casing and open the lid.



accessible.

Turn and lift the heater out of its pocket.



hose around the leads.





CHECKING THE CONNECTIONS





leaks.



connections. The appearance of bubbles indicates a

leak and should be repaired immediately

CHECKING THE LP GAS PRESSURE







the test port just ahead of the burner jet.

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INSPECTING THE FLUE BAFFLE

It should be reasonably clean and free of soot. Heavy soot for-



and burner both require cleaning in the following manner:







to the refrigerator.

Shut off the gas valve.



Disconnect the wire from the high voltage electrode.



remove the burner assembly.





-









with compressed air.

Before removing burner jet:







alcohol and blow it out with compressed air.



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MAINTENANCE & SERVICE

Service must be done on a regular schedule to keep the refrigerator operating properly.



Pressure test port

Burner jet

Burner tube

Spark electrode

Burner mounting screw

Thermocouple

Spring

Thermocouple

connection

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EXPLOSION HAZARD. Never use an open



warning could cause an explosion resulting in

death or severe personal injury.

WARNING

Do not use a wire or pin when

cleaning the burner jet as damage can occur to

the precision opening. -



WARNING

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MAINTENANCE & SERVICE





burner bracket.







The color of the ﬂame is clear blue over the slots

of the burner.



Clear blue color

of flame

If you run into a problem, refer to the troubleshooting table below.

TROUBLESHOOTING



the electrode for proper location and gap.

-

tings for leaks with soapy water.















Electrode

Burner tube

1/8” to 3/16

(3-5 mm)

Symptom Check/Remedial action

Refrigerator or freezer is not

cold enough













an authorized









air circulation.



Odors from fumes Dislocated burner

Damaged burner





The refrigerator does not work in

gas operation mode.















column at pressure tap.





model, product- and serial-number. These details are stated on the data label inside the compartment.

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APPENDIX A - SPARE PARTS





A 

= 

Part no. Description Model

    A

    

    A

    

    

     

     A

     

    

      

     

   



     

      

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Inlet fitting

Flexible cord

Burner jet

Screw for protection cover

Protection cover

Flue baffle

Heater

APPENDIX B - REARVIEW EQUIPMENT

Inlett fitting

Flexible cord 12 volt DC terminal block

Burner jet

Screw

for protection cover

Protection cover

Flue baffle

Heater

RM2410

RM2510

- 17 -

APPENDIX C - WIRING DIAGRAM

293 00 92 2

100/120 VOLTS AC

12 VOLTS DC

100/120 VOLTS AC 12 VOLTS DC

WHITE

BLACK

GREEN

GREEN/YELL

RED

GREY

SWITCH

THERMOSTAT

JUNCTION BLOCK

ATER

TERMINAL BLOCK

REIGNITER

PIL

OT LAMP

RM2410

RM2510

385 13 76

120 VOLTS AC

WHITE

BLACK

GREEN

HEATER

JUNCTION BLOCK

THERMOSTAT

SWITCH

5N 5a

4a4L

3 3a

2a2

1 1a

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





. These should be available from your





Timely registration will allow for enhanced communication and service under the terms of the warranty, see 





website www.edometic.com.

To register on-line, follow these steps:

.

.

button.

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Service and spare parts

Dometic website www.dometicusa.com

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

stated on the data label in the refrigerator

compartment.

APPENDIX D - CONSUMER SUPPORT

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APPENDIX E - DOMETIC WARRANTY & MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

IMPORTANT!

Valuable Dometic Refrigerator Warranty

Maintenance Schedule









moments and familiarize yourself with the program. We at

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THE SELLER NAMED BELOW MAKES THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY WITH

RESPECT TO THE DOMETIC PRODUCT:





This warranty will be in effect for three years on parts and freight and two years on labor from the date of purchase by the

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purchase.

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This warranty does not cover conditions unrelated to the material and workmanship of the product. Such unrelated conditions







any accident to or misuse of any part of this product and any alteration by anyone other than the Seller or its authorized repre-



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compressor, second absorption loop, display escutcheon, lower toe plate, humidity switch, frame heater mullion, icemaker mul-

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This warranty requires the Original Purchaser to provide preventative maintenance on a yearly basis, starting at the

anniversary of his date of purchase.

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

an inspection, cleaning and full diagnostics performed on the entire electronic system, burner assembly, wiring and cooling unit.

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The Seller does not authorize any person or company to create any warranty obligations or liability on their behalf. This war-



provided under the terms of this warranty shall carry only the non-expired portion of this warranty.

In no event shall either seller be liable for incidental or consequential damages. This includes any damage to another product or

products resulting from such a defect. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam-

ages, so the above limitations may not apply.

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of this limited warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty can last, so the above limitation

may not apply.

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





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The Seller reserves the right to change the design of any product without notice and with no obligation to make corresponding

changes in products previously manufactured.

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Warranty Department

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LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY

DOMETIC REFRIGERATORS

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