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INSTALLATION & OPERATOR’S GUIDE
MODEL 1082
FREE-STANDING
REFRIGERATOR
WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Improper installation, adjustment,
If you smell gas:
alteration, service, or maintenance
1. Extinguish any open flames, pilot
can cause injury or property damage.
lights, and all smoking material.
Refer to this manual. For assistance
2. Do not touch any electrical
or additional information consult a
switches.
qualified installer, service agency, or
3. Shut off the gas supply at the tank
the gas supplier
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NOTICE: THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT APPROVED FOR USE IN R.V. OR MARINE APPLICATIONS. THIS REFRIGERATOR IS EQUIPPED FOR LP GAS AND CANNOT BE CONVERTED TO ANY OTHER FUELS (NATURAL GAS, BUTANE, ETC.). Safety Awareness Read this manual carefully and become thoroughly acquainted with its contents before installing and operating the refrigerator. Be alert to a potential Safety Hazard when the Safety Alert Symbol appears on your refrigerator or in this manual. A signal word (i.e., Danger, Warning, Ca
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Safety Information Specifications Introduction • Protect all wiring from physical damage, vibration, and excessive heat. • Always disconnect the AC power source from the refrigerator when performing routine maintenance. All servicing of this refrigerator must be performed by a qualified service technician. • Keep liquids away from electrical connections. Many liquids are electrically conductive and could cause serious arching damage and fires. • Never bend, drop, drill, weld, manipulate, or imp
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Locating and Installing the Refrigerator Installation This refrigerator must be installed in accordance with these Installation Instructions for the certifications and the Norcold factory warranty to be in effect. This appliance is design certified under the latest edition of ANSI Z21.19 Standards by the American Gas Association and is approved by the Canadian Gas Association. Install the refrigerator in accordance with local codes. In the absence of local codes, the installation must conform wi
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Leveling Gas Connection Leveling the Refrigerator 3 1 / " Wrench 8 The refrigerator has a moisture reduction device lo- cated in the divider panel. This device will inhibit mois- ture from accumulating on the divider panel between the refrigerator and freezer doors. To insure proper operation of the refrigerator and the moisture reduction device, the refrigerator must be level. The refrigerator is equipped with leveling feet. Using Wrench fits on head a bubble level placed on the floor of the f
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Gas Device Safety Test After placing the refrigerator into operation, the gas safety device must be tested. The purpose of the gas safety device is to prevent the escape of unburned gas from the burner if the burner flame is extinguished. While there is a flame present at the burner, turn the refrigerator’s manual shutoff valve to "OFF". Wait 3 minutes and turn the manual shutoff valve to "ON". Follow the Lighting Instructions (do not push the control knob in) and try to ignite the burner. The f
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Reversing Door Swing Instructions for Reversing Door Swing This refrigerator allows the owner to change the door swing if desired. The hinging of the doors can be changed to the opposite side anytime you wish. TOOLS REQUIRED Phillips Screwdriver - Size #2 Two Slotted Screwdrivers REMOVING THE DOORS 1. Turn ELEC-OFF-GAS switch, located on the control panel, to OFF. Remove all items of food, juices, etc., from the doors. Remove the juice rack and storage bins. Close both doors before removing hi
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RELOCATING THE TRAVEL LATCHES 8. Remove both travel latches by taking out the two screws holding each to the refrigerator. Use the #2 Phillips screwdriver. Remove the two screws from each of the corresponding holes on the opposite side of the refrigerator. Relocate them in the two holes just exposed by the removal of the latches. Attach each latch in the new position so the tab points towards the opposite side of the refrigerator. Do not tighten screws completely. (See Figure 9) 9. Turn the door
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Start Up Instructions About Your Refrigerator Lighting and Start Up Instructions Lighting Instructions - Gas Operation Hazardous Vapors. Holding the gas valve (C) in without flame ignition will cause gas to build-up in the burner area and can result in severe personal injury, property damage, or death. Do not hold the gas valve in for more than WARNING 30 seconds. If the flame is not indicated within this time, turn the mode selector knob to OFF, wait 2 minutes, and retry. If the flame still
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Periodic Refrigerator Use The burner, burner orifice, and the flue tube must be inspected prior to igniting the burner flame after extended shut-down (seasonal) periods. These areas must be free from dust, spider webs, or other obstructions which would restrict the flow of exhaust air, resulting in unsatisfactory refrigeration and increased carbon monoxide emissions (See REFRIGERATOR MAINTENANCE). Divider Moisture Reduction Device This refrigerator is equipped with a moisture reduction device lo
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Cleaning the Exterior Surfaces Cleaning the Exterior Surfaces of the Refrigerator Clean the outer surface of the refrigerator with a damp sponge or cloth. Remove stubborn stains using a mild solution of soap and warm water. The area surrounding the refrigerator, particularly at the rear, needs to be cleaned often. Cleaning prevents dust and other foreign materials from collecting in the burner and the flue tube. Collection of dust, spider webs, etc., on the refrigerator’s condenser and absorb
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Heat Deflector Cap Condenser Flue Tube Baffle Suspension Wire Baffle Absorber Coils Burner Assembly Flue Orifice Burner Compression Ring Burner Box Connection Fitting Orifice Copper Gasket Burner Tube Figure 13 Checking Door Seals The door gaskets must seal completely around the entire length of the door. This will insure cooling efficiency and prevent frost formation. Frequent frost formation or reduced cooling can be indications of air leaks. To check for proper door seal, lay a long narrow st
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Moving and Storage Wiring Pictorial / Diagram Refrigerator Moving and Storage Harmful gases. The gases in the cooling system are flammable and can be harmful to your health if inhaled. To prevent the release of these gases, never WARNING place undue stresses on the cooling system. Do not manipulate the refrigerator by grabbing the cooling system. Before moving this refrigerator, it should be emptied, cleaned, and dried. It is imperative that the refrigerator remain in an upright position wh
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Trouble Shooting Unauthorized or improper servicing of this refrigerator can cause severe personal injury, property damage, or both. All required service and mainte- nance must be performed by your dealer or a Norcold authorized service center. Norcold will not accept responsibility for improper installation, adjust- WARNING ment, alteration, service, or maintenance performed by anyone other than a qualified dealer or a Norcold Service Center. Costs and consequential prob- lems resulting from un
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LIMITED WARRANTY NORCOLD P O BOX 4248 SIDNEY OH 45365-4248 This Limited Warranty is given by NORCOLD ("Company") to the original consumer-purchaser of any new refrigerating equipment ("Equipment") supplied by the Company, excluding glassware, electric light bulbs, replace- able fuses, and will be effective for a period of one year from date of original purchase. The Company warrants, provided that the Equipment shall at all times have been in possession of and used by the original consumer-pu
