Dometic refrigerator troubleshooting

Dometic refrigerator troubleshooting

The brand Dometic was founded in the 1968 in the United States. It started to engage in the manufacture of high-quality refrigeration equipment. Originally, the brand Dometic was a part of the group of companies Electrolux having a different company name, soon turning into another group of companies EQT. The brand Dometic produces high-tech products, including refrigerators. Below is a table of Dometic refrigerator troubleshooting system.

Dometic DM2652 refrigerator troubleshooting

ProblemCheck/Remedial action
Refrigerator too cold• Dislocated thermistor bracket. Clip thermistor bracket to last fin on right side of cooling flange and center vertically on fin.
• Dislocated thermistor bulb. Position thermistor bulb inside thermistor bracket groove and center vertically in bracket.
Refrigerator or freezer is not cold enough• For refrigerators equipped with a thermostat, check the thermostat and adjust if necessary.
• Is the plug firmly connected to the socket? Is the socket switched on? Check the socket by plugging in another appliance.
• 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 fins? To prevent frost build-up do not leave the unit's door open longer than necessary.
• Over packed refrigerator? The unit will have to work harder if the refrigerator is stuffed, and results in higher cabinet temperatures. Arrange the food in the unit to allow for free air circulation.
Refrigerator does not work on electric• Is the plug firmly 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.
The refrigerator does not work in gas operation mode• LP gas bottle empty? Change the gas bottle.
• Air in the gas line? Remove the air by repeating the ignition sequence.
• If problem resists, turn refrigerator off and contact a Dometic dealer or Service Center for repair.
Refrigerator stops cooling.• Immediately turn the 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 the refrigerator until it has been repaired
Refrigerator emits an ammonia smell• Immediately turn the refrigerator off at the front control panel.
• Do NOT open refrigerator doors.
• Open coach windows and doors (to air out the 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 emits an odor from fumes:• Dislocated or damaged burner. Turn refrigerator off and contact a Dometic dealer or Service Center for repair.
• Dirty flue tube. Turn refrigerator off and contact a Dometic dealer or Service Center for repair.

Dometic RM2852, RH 448D refrigerator troubleshooting

Possible causeAction you can take
Failure: The refrigerator does not cool sufficiently.
■ Inadequate ventilation to the unit.■ Check that the ventilation grilles are not covered.
■ Thermostat setting is too low.■ Set thermostat to a higher level.
■ The condenser is heavily frosted.■ Check that the refrigerator door closes properly.
■ Too much warm food has been stored inside within short period of time.■ Allow warm food to cool down before storage.
■ The appliance has been running for only a short period of time.■ Check whether the cooling compartment works after approx. 4-5 hours.
■ Ambient temperatures too high.■ Regularly remove ventilation grilles.
Failure: The refrigerator does not cool in gas operation mode.
■ Gas cylinder empty.■ Change gas cylinder.
■ Is the upstream shut-off device open ?■ Open shut-off device.
■ Air in the gas pipe ?■ Switch off the appliance and start again. Repeat this procedure 3-4 times, if necessary.
Failure: The refrigerator does not cool in 12V operation.
■ On-board fuse defective.■ Fit new fuse.
■ On-board battery discharged.■ Check battery, charge it.
■ Engine not running.■ Start engine.
■ Heating element defective■ Please inform the Dometic Customer Services.
Failure: The refrigerator does not cool in 230V operation.
■ On-board fuse defective.■ Fit new fuse.
■ Vehicle not connected to mains supply voltage.■ Make a connection to a mains power supply.
■ AES: Gas operation despite connection to the mains supply voltage?■ Appliance switches to gas operation due to insufficient mains supply voltage (automatically switches back to 230V operation).
■ Heating element defective■ Please inform the Dometic Customer Services.

Dometic miniBar RH 430L refrigerator troubleshooting

Possible causeAction you can take
Failure : The refrigerator does not work in gas operation mode.
a.) Gas bottle empty.a.) Change gas bottle.
b.) Is the supply cut-out device open?b.) Open the cut-out device.
c.) Air in the gas pipe?c.) Switch device off and on again 3-4 times to remove air from the gas pipe.
Failure : The refrigerator does not work on 12V.
a.) On-board fuse defective.a.) Fit new fuse.
b.) On-board battery discharged.b.) Check battery, charge it
c.) Engine not running.c.) Start engine.
Failure : The refrigerator does not work on 230V.
a.) On-board fuse defective.a.) Fit new fuse.
b.) No connection to supply voltage.b.) Establish power connection.
c.) AES: gas operation despite connection to the supply voltage?c.) Appliance switches to gas operation due to insufficient supply voltage (automatically switches back to 230 V operation)
Failure : The refrigerator does not cool sufficiently.
a.) Inadequate ventilation to the unit.a.) Check that the ventilation grilles are not covered.
b.) The thermostat setting is too low.b.) Turn the thermostat to a higher setting.
c.) There is too much ice on the condenser.c.) Check that the refrigerator door seals when shut.
d.) Too much warm food put inside.d.) Let food cool down first.
e.) Appliance running for a short time.e.) Wait several hours, check again.

Dometic EA 3120 refrigerator troubleshooting

SymptomCheck/remedial action
The refrigerator has stopped cooling.• Immediately turn the refrigerator off and contact a Dometic dealer or Service Center. NOTE! Do not leave it running for days and never try to solve the problem by repeatedly restarting the refrigerator.
• Do not use the refrigerator until it has been repaired.
Ammonia emanates from refrigerator• Immediately turn the refrigerator off.
• Open windows and door to air out the coach and evacuate.
• Contact a Dometic dealer or Service Center.
• Do not use the refrigerator until it has been repaired.
The refrigerator does not work on 120V AC.• Defective fuse? Fit a new fuse.
• Connection to supply voltage? Establish power connection.
Refrigerator or freezer is not cold enough.• Is the plug firmly connected to the socket? Is the socket switched on? Check the socket by plug- ging in another appliance.
• Is the thermostat properly set?
• Is the refrigerator level? Because of its operation it is important to keep an absorption refrigerator level.
• Has the overheating protection been triggered or not? (Must be checked by an authorized service technician.)
• Is there a power failure? Are the fuses intact for the AC supply and control system?
• Has the door been closed properly? If not it can cause the inside temperature to rise. Don’t open the doors too often or leave it open for too long - this lets cold air from inside escape and warm moist air get in.
• Overpacked refrigerator? The unit will have to work harder if the refrigerator is stuffed and re- sults in higher cabinet temperatures. Arrange the food in the unit to allow for free air circulation.
• Venting problem? Restriction in air flow across cooling unit? Ensure that there is sufficient clear- ance between the refrigerator and the surrounding walls to allow for proper air circulation around the unit.
NDA1402
• Is the burner dim, damaged or not properly located under the flue tube?
• Is the burner jet clogged?
• Is the flue baffle inserted properly in the flue tube?
• Is the LP gas pressure low at burner? Set the main regulator to regulate the pressure so it does not drop below 1 i inches water column at pressure tap.
The refrigerator does not work in gas operation mode• Gas bottle empty? Change the gas bottle
• Air in the gas pipe? Remove the air by switching the refrigerator on and off 3-4 times.
Remaining frost• Have the doors been closed properly? Are the doors well sealed? If the doors are not closed properly or the seal is poor, cold air will leak out, and warm moist air seep into the refrigerator causing frost build-up.
• If frost still remains after having performed manual defrosting as well, check the following possible causes:
- Has the defrost timer been set properly?
- Has the ice-maker been used during transit? This may cause spillage of water.
- If dry camping, the batter) might not be fully charge. This may lead to poor defrosting.
Odors from fumes• Dislocated burner
• Damaged burner
• Dim flue tube

Dometic Americana RV refrigerator troubleshooting

SymptomCheck/remedial action
The refrigerator has stopped cooling.• Immediately turn the refrigerator off and see a Dometic dealer.
Refrigerator or freezer is not cold enough• Is the plug firmly connected to the socket? Is the socket switched on? Check the socket by plugging in another appliance.
• Defective fuse? Fit a new fuse.
• For refrigerators equipped with thermostat - check if it is properly set.
• Is the refrigerator level? Because of its operation it is important to keep an absorption refrigerator level.
• Heavy frost build-up on evaporator fins? To prevent frost buildup, which can reduce efficiency, do not leave the unit’s door open longer than necessary.
• Has the overheating protection been triggered or not? (Must be checked by a qualified service technician.)
• Is there a power failure? Are the fuses are intact for the AC supply and control system?
• Has the door been closed properly causing the inside temperature to rise to quickly?
• Overpacked refrigerator ? The unit will have to w ork harder if the refrigerator is stuffed and results in higher cabinet temperatures. Arrange the food in the unit to allow' for free air circulation.
• Is the burner dirty, damaged or not properly located under the flue tube?
• Is the burner jet clogged?
• Is the flue baffle inserted properly in the flue tube?
• Is the LP gas pressure lowr at burner? Set the main regulator to regulate the pressure so it does not drop below 11 inches water column at pressure tap.
Odors from fumes:• Dislocated burner
• Damaged burner
• Dirty flue tube
The refrigerator does not work in gas operation mode• Gas bottle empty? Change the gas bottle
• Air in the gas pipe? Remove the air by switching the refrigerator on and off 3-4 times.

Dometic RV refrigerator troubleshooting

ProblemPossible causeSuggested remedy
With AC operation: The refrigerator does not work.The fuse in the AC mains is defective.Replace the fuse.
The vehicle is not connected to the AC mains.Connect the vehicle to the AC mains.
The AC heating element is defective.Contact the authorized customer service.
With DC operation: The refrigerator does not work.The fuse in the DC supply is defective.Replace the fuse.
The vehicle battery is discharged.Test the battery and charge it.
The ignition is not turned on.Switch on the ignition.
The DC heating element is defective.Contact the authorized customer service.
With gas operation: The refrigerator does not work.The gas cylinder is empty.Replace the gas cylinder.
The gas valve is closed.Twist the valve open.
Air is in the supply line.Switch the refrigerator off and on again. Repeat the procedure three or four times if necessary.
RM5385 only: In automatic mode: The refrigerator is being operated with gas although it is connected to the AC mains.The mains voltage is too low.The refrigerator changes to AC power supply automatically as soon as the mains voltage is sufficient again.
The refrigerator does not cool sufficiently.The ventilation around the cooling unit is not sufficient.Check that the ventilation grille is not obstructed.
The evaporator is iced up.Check whether the refrigerator door is properly closed. Defrost the refrigerator.
The temperature is set too high.Set a lower temperature.
The ambient temperature is too high.Remove the ventilation grille for a while so that warm air can escape quicker.
Too much food at once was placed in the refrigerator.Remove an item.
Too much warm food at once was placed in the refrigerator.Remove the warm food and leave it to cool down before putting it in again.
The refrigerator has not been operating for very long.Check the temperature again after four or five hours.