Dometic 10-Series Fridge Instruction Manual
Dometic 10-Series Fridge
Dometic 10-Series Fridge Instructions
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Dometic 10-Series Fridge Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product type | Absorption refrigerator for caravans and motorhomes |
| Models covered | RMD10T / RMD10XT (RMD10.5T, RMD10.5XT) |
| Energy sources | 230 V AC / 12 V DC / Liquefied gas (propane or butane) |
| AC connection voltage | 230 V / 50 Hz |
| DC connection voltage | 12 V |
| Gross capacity | 153 l (RMD10.5T) / 177 l (RMD10.5XT) |
| Refrigerator compartment | 124 l (RMD10.5T) / 142 l (RMD10.5XT) |
| Ice compartment | 29 l (RMD10.5T) / 35 l (RMD10.5XT) |
| Total net capacity | 147 l (RMD10.5T) / 171 l (RMD10.5XT) |
| Power consumption (AC) | 250 W at 230 V |
| Power consumption (DC) | 170 W at 12 V |
| Energy consumption | 4.2 kWh/24 h (230 V) |
| Gas consumption | 522 g/24 h |
| Climate class | T |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1245 x 523 x 550 mm (RMD10.5T) / 1245 x 523 x 605 mm (RMD10.5XT) |
| Weight | 43.9 kg (RMD10.5T) / 45.5 kg (RMD10.5XT) |
| Display | TFT display with control knob |
| Operating mode priority (automatic) | AC, then DC, then gas |
| Maximum load per door shelf | 6 kg |
| Maximum load for entire door | 7.5 kg |
| VG fresh base maximum load | 5.5 kg |
| Optional battery pack | R10-BP, 12 x AA batteries, 2 to 3 days of stand-alone gas operation |
| Winter cover accessory | LS300 / WA300 for the ventilation grille |
| Fan activation threshold | Ambient temperature above 32 °C or set temperature not reached within 2 hours |
| Tank stop gas lockout | 15 minutes |
| Defrost threshold | Frost layer of about 3 mm |
| Recommended ambient range for average setting | +15 °C to +25 °C |
| Gas ignition limitation | Possible ignition problems above 1000 m altitude |
Dometic 10-Series Fridge Details
The Dometic 10-Series is a three-way absorption refrigerator that runs silently, because absorption cooling has no compressor. In automatic mode the electronics pick the cheapest connected energy source and switch over on their own. For example, if the mains voltage drops too low, the fridge runs on gas and goes back to AC as soon as the supply recovers. All operation goes through one control knob: hold it for 2 seconds to switch the fridge on and for 4 seconds to switch it off. The fridge restarts with the last settings you used.
The TFT main menu has three detail menus: cooling capacity, operating mode and settings. You turn the knob to scroll, press it to choose, and selected options are highlighted in blue. After 30 seconds the display dims to a level you set. Symbols show the active energy source, the fan, the frame heater, the battery packs and a CI bus connection. You can also turn acoustic signals on or off. Even with beeps off, the fridge still beeps when the door has been left open too long.
A safety feature called tank stop mode starts when the vehicle's ignition is switched off. It blocks gas operation for 15 minutes, which covers refuelling, and then returns to automatic mode. If refuelling takes longer, switch the fridge off or choose another mode. In stand-alone gas mode you always have to switch the fridge off manually before refuelling. Never run the fridge on gas at petrol stations, in parking garages, on ferries or while the vehicle is being towed or transported.
With the optional battery packs, the fridge can run on gas with no AC or DC connection. To save power in this mode, the interior light stays off and the display turns off 2 seconds after you last use it. The display then lights up briefly every 15 seconds to show that the fridge is still on. Error E14 means the batteries are low. Take the batteries out when the fridge is not in use, because they can leak.
The ice compartment has a frame heater that reduces condensation in hot, humid weather. It runs all the time in AC mode, in DC mode while the engine is running, and can be switched on manually in gas mode. Inside the fridge, the VG fresh base has a slider that controls humidity in the vegetable drawer: close it for vegetables and open it for fruit. One shelf can be tilted to hold wine bottles, but it must be empty while you are driving. All shelves lock in place so children cannot climb inside.
Faults show as a warning symbol plus a code. The beep lasts 2 minutes and repeats every 30 minutes until the problem is fixed. Codes starting with W (warnings) clear on their own once the cause is gone. Codes starting with E (errors) must be reset by holding the knob for 2 seconds. Error E50 means the gas locked out after three failed ignition attempts, usually because the cylinder is empty. For maintenance, the gas burner should be cleaned at least once a year. A qualified technician should inspect the gas system every two years, and the door has a ventilated winter position to prevent mould during storage.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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