Dometic RGE400 - Manual (Page 2)

INSTALLATION
GENERAL INSTRUCTION
This appliance is designed for storage of foods
and storage of frozen foods and making ice.
The refrigerator outlined herein have been design certi-
fied by A.G.A. under the ANSI Z21.19 Refrigerator Stan-
dard, for a free-standing installation and is also approved
by the Canadian Gas Association.
The certifications are, however contingent on the instal-
lation being made in accordance with the following in-
structions as applicable.
In the U.S.A., the installation must conform with:
1. National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 -(latest edition)
2. Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Stan-
dard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280.
3. Any applicable local code.
The unit must be electrically grounded in accordance
with the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70-(latest
edition) when installed, if an external alternating current
electrical source is utilized.
In CANADA, the installation must conform with:
1. Current CAN/CGA 8149 Gas Installation Codes
2. Where a flexible metal connector is used, it must
comply with the provisions of the current Standard
CAN1-6.10, METAL CONNECTORS FOR GAS
APPLIANCES.
3. Any applicable local code
The unit must be electrically grounded in accordance
with the current CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE C22
Parts 1 and 2.
FREE-STANDING MODEL FOR
FLOOR INSTALLATION ONLY
The room must be well ventilated and not used as a
bedroom.
Further the room should have a window (which can be
opened) or a door to the outside.
For best performance also at high ambient temperatures
there must be a free air circulation over the cooling unit
at the rear of the refrigerator.
Ensure that there is a free space of at least 4 inches (100
mm) above the refrigerator and that the ventilation ope-
ning on the top of the cabinet is not covered in any way.
Do not place the refrigerator in a space where air circu-
lation is restricted.
A clearance of at least 1 inch (25 mm) should be left
between the rear and sides of the refrigerator and the
surrounding walls.
This free-standing refrigerator requires accessibility to
the back for servicing the gas equipment. If allowed by
the Local Authorities, the accessibility can be obtained
by using a certified Flexible Metal Connector of Gas
Hose Assembly which would allow the refrigerator to be
withdrawn without disrupting the gas supply.
However, if the Local Authorities require a rigid gas
supply connector the refrigerator should be located with
sufficient space at the back for servicing or, if located
against a wall, a removable panel of a minimum size of
16” x 20” should be provided in the wall to allow access
to the rear of the refrigerator.
The refrigerator must be adjusted to a vertical position
in both directions.
Use the feet on the refrigerator to adjust its position.
CLEARANCES
Minimum clearances in inches to combustible materials
are:
Top 4”
Side 1”
Rear 1”
Bottom the feet must be in place to ensure free air
circulation.
See Figs. 1 & 2.
At least 1"
(25 mm)
FIG. 1
FIG. 2.
W all
From the side
Wall
From
above
NOTE: DO NOT install the appliance directly on carpe-
ting. Carpeting must be removed or protected by a metal
or wood panel beneath the appliance, which extends at
least the full width and depth of the appliance.
GAS CONNECTION
Hook-up to the gas supply line is accomplished at the
manual gas shutoff valve, which is furnished with a 3/8”
SAE (UNF 5/8" -18) male flare connection. A backup
wrench must be used when tightening gas supply
fitting. All completed connections should be checked for
leaks with a noncorrosive leak detector.