Thetford Norcold 453 User Manual
Thetford Refrigerators
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
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Part No.: 618484B (95-09)
These refrigerators are designed to operate on the following energy sources:
LP GAS OPERATION - 11.0 inches Propane & 12 volt DC control voltage (15.4 volts max., 10.5 volts min.).
AC OPERATION - 120 volts AC (132 volts max., 108 volts min.) and 12 volt DC control voltage.
DC OPERATION - [3-WAY MODELS] 12 volts DC (15.4 volts max., 11.5 volts min.).
Operation where these specifications are exceeded will void the refrigerator warranty.
MODEL NO. ______________________________
SERIAL NO. ______________________________
The refrigerator’s model number and serial number are on the serial plate located in the refrigerator.
Contents
Safety Precautions ..............................................
2
Extended Service Protection Plan ......................
4
Ventilation Requirements ....................................
5
Installation Instructions........................................
8
Decorative Door Panel Installation.................... 1
1
Reversing Door Swing ...................................... 1
1
Lighting and Start-Up Instructions..................... 1
4
Operating and User Instructions ....................... 1
5
Refrigerator Maintenance.................................. 1
7
Trouble Shooting................................................19
Failure of Refrigerator .......................................
20
Replacement Parts............................................
20
Wiring Diagrams................................................ 2
1
Warranty ............................................................ 2
3
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
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, al-
teration, service, or maintenance can
cause injury or property damage. Re-
fer to this manual. For assistance or
additional information consult a quali-
fied installer, service agency, or the
gas supplier.