Dometic miniBar Manual

2.1 Warnings and Safety Advice

• In the interests of children's safety: When disposing of the refrigerator, remove all doors and leave the shelves inside. This prevents children from being accidentally trapped or suffocated in the refrigerator.
• Never open the cooling unit - it is under high pressure.
• Never store explosive substances, such as lighter fuel, petrol, ether or similar products in the miniBar.
• The minibar is not suitable for the proper storage of medications.
• The miniBar must be installed in such a way that accidental contact with the cooling unit (which heats up when in use) is impossible.
• The appliance has to be connected to a properly earthed socket in line with the relevant valid country regulations.
• Servicing must only be carried out by authorised service personnel.

2.2 Coolants

Ammonia is used as a coolant. This is a natural compound also used in household cleaning agents (1 litre of Salmiak cleaner contains up to 200g of ammonia - about twice as much as is used in the refrigerator). Sodium chromate is used for corrosion protection (less than 2% of the coolant).

If a leak occurs (which can be easily detected due to the unpleasant smell):

• Switch the device off (pull mains plug, if applicable);
• Ventilate room thoroughly.
• Inform hotel personnel.

For the safety of hotel guests and personnel, it has been established by inspectors that the coolant poses no threat to health.

4.1 The Purpose of this Manual

The manual shows you how to:

• install the miniBar correctly.
• operate the miniBar correctly.
• guarantee the miniBar's correct maintenance and functioning.
• deal with faults by yourself.

4.2 Tools/Materials Required

You will need the following tools for initial operation:

[Screwdriver], [Spirit Level], [Bottle of mild detergent]

4.3 Unpacking

Check during unpacking that the device is defect-free.

• Report transport damage to the transport company within 48 hours.
• Check that the voltage noted on the model label corresponds to the mains voltage.

Depending on the model, the following parts can be found in the miniBar:

[Keys], [Door handle]

4.4 Cleaning

Before operating the miniBar, we recommend you clean it both inside and outside.

• Use a soft cloth, lukewarm water and a mild detergent.
• Following this, wash out the miniBar using clean water and dry thoroughly.
• At annual intervals, remove dust from fridge aggregate using a brush or soft cloth.

WARNING: To prevent material damage:

• Do not use soap or detergents which are harsh, coarse or which contain soda.
• Keep the door seal free from oil and grease.
• The cylinder locks have been lubricated in the factory to be long-lasting.

4.5 Installation

IMPORTANT: Please follow the installation details below carefully. Guarantee is valid for products installed as described only.

Ventilation Requirements:

• The refrigerator must be level in both directions.
• There should be 20mm clearance to the wall.
• Ventilation must be provided as shown in alternatives A, B, C or D.
• The ventilation duct must at least measure 105mm x the width of the refrigerator.
• Only the entire cooling unit must project into the duct as shown.
• Air passing through the duct must not be preheated by any source of heat.
• Ventilation grills, if used, must have openings of at least 200cm² each.

[Diagram showing ventilation options A, B, C, D with arrows indicating airflow]

4.6 Securing

4.6.1 RH456LD/E

1. Tighten screw. 2. Put on cap. [Diagram showing screw and cap placement with max 3mm clearance]

4.6.2 RH436D, RH447D, RH430LD, RH440LD, RH441LD, RH460LD, RH461LD

The miniBar must be screwed onto the cupboard using the lower hinges.

1. Tighten screw. 2. Put on cap. [Diagram showing screw and cap placement for lower hinges]

4.7 Connecting the Device to the Electricity Supply

• The device must be connected to a properly earthed socket in line with the relevant valid country regulations.

Prior to initial operation: Check that the voltage noted on the model label corresponds to the mains voltage. If this is not the case, do not connect the device and contact your dealer!

If the connection cable is damaged it must be replaced by the Customer Service at Dometic, or by respectively qualified personnel, in order to prevent any hazards.

Attention: For GB Only!

If a 3-pin plug is used, it should be fitted with a 3 amp fuse. With other plug types, the circuit should contain a 5 amp fuse. Warning - This appliance must be earthed.

IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead of this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code:

• GREEN and YELLOW: EARTH
• BLUE: NEUTRAL
• BROWN: LIVE

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

1. Connect the GREEN and YELLOW coloured wire to the plug terminal marked letter E or earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.
2. Connect the BROWN coloured wire to the plug terminal marked letter L or coloured red.
3. Connect the BLUE coloured wire to the plug terminal marked letter N or coloured black.

Moulded-On Plug Version

The mains lead is fitted with a non-rewirable moulded-on plug containing a 3 amp fuse. If the fuse requires replacing at any time, the fuse cover/carrier should be removed using a small screwdriver to level out. The old fuse should be replaced by a 3 amp ASTA approved BS1362 fuse and the fuse cover/carrier must be refitted before the plug is used again. If the fuse cover-carrier is lost, a replacement can be obtained from the Dometic service Shops. The fuse cover/carrier must be of the same colour as that of the coloured insert in the base of the plug. In no circumstances must the plug be used without a correct fuse cover/carrier fitted.

If the plug supplied on the mains lead is not suitable for the socket in your home, it should be cut off and disposed of safely, or destroyed, to avoid any possible shock hazard resulting from the plug being inserted into a 13 amp socket elsewhere in the use. A suitable replacement plug should then be fitted as given above.

4.8 Changing the Sliding Hinge

(possible with RH430LD, RH440LD, RH441LD, RH460LD, RH436D, RH447D)

[Diagrams illustrating the steps for changing the sliding hinge]

Distance to cupboard door (A):

• 1. When closed, the cupboard door (A) must not lie against the rest of the surrounding cupboard area (distance 1-2mm).
• 2. There must be a distance of 6-8mm between the cupboard door and the miniBar.

[Diagram showing clearances for the cupboard door]

4.9 Changing the Doorhang

(RH436D, RH447D, RH430LD, RH440LD, RH441LD, RH460LD, RH461LD)

[Diagrams illustrating the steps for changing the doorhang]

5.1 Initial Operation

• The device must be plugged into a properly earthed socket.
• The miniBar achieves its operating temperature after several hours.

The miniBar operates silently ! ?

5.2 Temperature Control

The miniBar is fitted with an electronic temperature control. The thermostat control button is situated in the internal container's rear area. (RH455LD, RH456LD/E: the thermostat button is situated in the unrefrigerated compartment).

[Diagram of the temperature control dial]

5.3 Automatic Defrost Function

• The first defrosting phase commences 39 hours after the initial operation (5.1) and lasts for two hours.
• After this, the device operates for 22 hours at a time, followed by a defrosting period of 2 hours.

[Timeline graphic showing 39h, 2h, 22h, 2h cycles]

The ice layer must never be removed using force, nor must the defrosting process ever be accelerated using a heater.

5.4 Leakage Detection

The electronics carries out a leakage test after every defrosting period (every 24 hrs) by measuring the temperature at the evaporator by means of a second sensor. If a leakage is detected, the miniBar is shut off by the electronics.

[Diagram showing Evaporator sensor and Air sensor]

5.5 Automatic Door Control (ADC)

The following descriptions only apply to devices with ADC. Using a red dot in the display window (A, point 3), the ADC shows that the miniBar's door has been opened.

1. Open the miniBar, check its contents and - if applicable- stock it up again.
2. Close the miniBar.

RH456LD/E

[Diagram showing ADC key insertion for RH456LD/E]

All other models

[Diagram showing ADC key insertion for other models]

3. Insert ADC key and turn to the right. 4. Remove ADC key. The red dot has disappeared now.

5.6 Interior Light

RH456LD /E

• Model RH456LD/E is fitted with low voltage lighting.
• When the door is opened, the light in the cooling shelf is switched on via a sensor.
• The light in the uncooled storage shelf is switched on manually by means of a switch integrated into the lamp.

Changing bulbs:

[Diagrams showing steps for changing bulbs for RH456LD/E]

1. Pull out the mains plug. 2. Remove the reflector disk. 3. Remove the defective bulb. 4. Insert new bulb. 5. Clip reflector disk back in.

5.6.2 Interior Light (All other models)

• When the door is opened, the light in the cooling shelf is switched on via a sensor.

Changing bulbs:

[Diagrams showing steps for changing bulbs for other models]

1. Pull out the mains plug. 2. Remove the reflector disk. 3. Remove defective bulb. 4. Insert new bulb. 5. Clip reflector disk back in.

To obtain spare bulbs, please contact your Dometic Service Centre.

5.7 Environmental Advice

miniBars manufactured by Dometic GmbH are free from CFCs and fluorinated hydrocarbons. The cooling unit uses ammonia as the coolant (a natural compound of hydrogen and nitrogen). Cyclopentane, which does not damage the ozone layer, is used as propellant for the insulation made from PU-foam.

5.8 Disposal

In order to ensure the re-use of recyclable packaging materials, these must be disposed of using local collection systems. The device itself must be handed over to a disposal company or local council which will guarantee the correct use of recyclable materials and the proper disposal of the rest.

5.9 Energy Saving Tips

• At an average room temperature of approx. 22°C, it is sufficient to operate the miniBar with an average thermostat setting.
• If possible, always store pre-cooled goods.
• Do not expose the miniBar to direct sunlight and do not place it close to a source of heat.
• An unobstructed air circulation in the fridge aggregate must be ensured.
• When removing goods, only open the miniBar briefly.
• Switch on the miniBar approx. 12 hours prior to stocking.

5.10 Declaration of conformity

[Image of Declaration of Conformity document]

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

according to Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the Amendment to LVD 90/683/EEC, EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, CE Marking Directive 93/68/EEC

Type of equipment: Absorption Refrigerator

Brand Name: DOMETIC

Type family: H 20/60

Manufacturer's (Factory) name and address: DOMETIC GmbH, In der Steinwiese 16, D-57074 Siegen

Telephone no: INT+49-271 692 0

Telefax no: INT+49-271 692 304

The following harmonized standards or technical specifications (designations) which comply with good engineering practice in safety matters in force within the EEA have been practiced:

• EN 60335-1 (IEC 335-1), EN 60335-2-24 (IEC 335-2-24) Low Voltage Directive
• EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 55014-1, EN 55014-2 EMC Directive

The equipment conforms completely with the above stated harmonized standards or technical specifications.

By signing this document, the undersigned declares as manufacturer, or the manufacturer's authorized representative established within the EEA, that the equipment in question complies with the requirements stated above.

Manufacturer: Gunther Bittner

Date: 2002.07.01

Position: General Manager

5.11 Check List

1. Failure: No cooling (the aggregate at the back of the device is cold).

2. Failure: No cooling (the aggregate is warm).

3. Failure: Poor Cooling Performance.

4. Failure : Frost formation in fridge.

5.12 Technical Data

* Power consumption measured at an average ambient temperature of 25°C as an average annual value and at a cooling compartment temperature of 7°C in line with DIN/EN153. We reserve the right to make technical modifications to our products without notice!