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900 & 9100 Series Refrigerators Installation

1. Table 3 900 and 9100 Series Diagnostic Fault Indicators and their Meanings 900 Series 9100 Series 7 Codes LED Meanings Corrective Actions Check 10 5 to 15 4 DC being supplied to refrigerator4 Battery charging equipment No Illumination of Converter Display Panel No LED s Control voltage unavailable to display panel DC connection to the refrigerator Refrigerator s DC fuse 3 Amp Control Fuse Refer to Norcold s Service Manual Check 10 5 to 15 4 VDC being supplied to refrigerator i 2 Flashing LP Gas Have gas lines been purged TEEN LP tank valve on LED Flash LP gas ignition fault ATERA ause flash Initial start up LP tanks empty P ase ae P LP supply pressure 11 water column P ae Refrigerator s manual shut off valve open Refer to Norcold s Service Manual Flashing Check Battery s supplying DC to refrigerator A7 i ae eag Fault external to refrigerator controls i a equipment pause flash flash DC input voltage too low DC connection to the refrigerator pause etc Refer to Norcold s Service Manual Flashing Battery oa atone ee A8 LED flash flash Fault external to refrigerator controls Con er ging equip Pee DC input voltage too high DC connection to the refrigerator p a Refer to Norcold s Service Manual Note For more information refer to the Operator s Guide or contact an authorized Norcold Service Center 11 sonsoubeig 9 suononsjsuy Huny
2. 34 93 55 56 8 26 All Models Radius 13 3 4 217 8 3 1 4 615998 Corner D a 34 93 55 56 8 26 All Models Exhaust 24 5 1 4 615791 Vent 60 96 13 34 All Models Certified Vent Installation Requirements EXHAUST VENT e Certified Vent Kit No 3 installed with out modification e Intake lower vent installed flush with or below the surface on which the refrigerator is mounted e Exhaust upper vent centered di rectly over the condenser of the refrig erator s cooling unit e Unobstructed air flow at rear INTAKE VENT Figure 2 su w nb y uonejjesul Installation Requirements A G A and CGA certification permits installing the refrigerator with zero 0 inches clearance between the refrigerator and any adjacent walls This certification does not specify any maximum clearance However to insure adequate air flow across the cooling system the clearances must be minimized The recommended clearances between the refrigerator and any adjacent walls or surfaces are illustrated in Figure 3 al D Air Flow ES The combination of the two vents and the clearances defined provide the necessary air flow through the ae A Figure 3 creation of a natural draft or chimney effect acro
3. 10 11 Combustion Seal Trim Piece ee 7 Read this manual carefully and become thoroughly acquainted with its contents before installing this refrigerator NOTICE THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT APPROVED FOR USE AS A FREE STANDING REFRIG ERATOR OR FOR MARINE APPLICATIONS THIS APPLIANCE IS EQUIPPED FOR LP GAS AND CANNOT BE CONVERTED TO ANY OTHER FUELS NATURAL GAS BUTANE ETC Be alert to potential Safety Hazards when the Safety Alert Symbol A appears on the refrigerator or in this manual A signal word i e Warning or Caution accompanying the Safety Alert Symbol identifies the severity of the Safety Hazard Review the safety symbols and signal words below Carefully read their descriptions to understand their meaning They are for your safety Warning indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause severe personal injury death or substantial property damage if ignored A Caution indicates the presence of a hazard that will or can cause minor personal injury or substantial property damage if ignored e Improper installation adjustment alteration and unauthorized or improper servicing and maintenance of this refrigerator can cause severe personal injury property damage or both e Propane gas can cause an explosion that can result in property damage personal injury or death Never smoke or light a flame when working gas appliances e Ground the 120 VAC circuit in compliance with any applicable local state or nationa
4. Wire and Fuse Size Models 962 982 9162 9182 Models 963 983 9163 9183 Min Wire Size Max Fuse Size Min Wire Size Max Fuse Size 0 20 18 AWG 6 AMP 10 AWG 30 AMP over 20 18 AWG 6 AMP 8 AWG 40 AMP Door Panels Refrigerator doors allows insertion of decorative panels Prepare panels to the following specifications Upper Door Lower Door Panel Models Height Width Height Width Thickness 962 963 9162 9163 14 17 32 21 19 32 31 5 8 21 19 32 3 16 max 982 983 in 7 9182 9183 14 17 32 21 19 32 38 5 8 21 19 32 3 16 max Door Assembly Panel Holder Door Panel Insertion Both Doors e Open door s e Grasp top of panel holder and pull away from the door gt e Slide decorative door panel into door frame slots o To re install door panel holder e Align the bottom of panel holder with groove in door ET Panel Figure 9 e Rotate top of panel holder into the door groove e Press along panel holder to insure that it is firmly seated Note It may be necessary to seat the panel holder on the opposite side of the door Testing the Vehicle s Gas Supply Piping The propane gas supply piping must be inspected and tested for leaks from the refrigerator to main gas supply tank Use a leak detection solution Do not test for leaks with an open flame If compressed air is used for leak testing the gauge
5. extending atleast full width and depth of refrigerator The refrigerator is certified for built in installation Follow en closure requirements for in stallation certification Floor must support refrigerator and it s food load No adjacent heat sources No combustible materials stored near the refrigerator Enclosure Cut Out Dimensions Installation Requirements 982 983 962 963 S 9182 9183 9162 9163 a Height A 59 7 8 52 7 8 Width B 23 1 2 23 1 2 Depth C 24 24 Refrigerator Ventilation Requirements WARNING Hazardous gas Carbon monoxide can cause nausea fainting or death Inadequate ventilation or partial blockage of refrigerator s flue can result in increased carbon monoxide emissions when operating in the gas mode To prevent emission of hazardous levels of carbon monoxide installation must assure complete isolation of the living space of mobile home or R V from refrigerator s combustion system Follow Norcold s Ventilation and Installation recommendations explicitly Venting is required in an R V refrigerator application to remove products of combustion to isolate the living space of the vehicle from the refrigerator s combustion system to remove excess heat from refrigerator s cooling system generator area and to remove heat that is extracted from the refrigerator cabinet Certified installation req
6. NORCOLD 900 amp 9100 Series Refrigerators db N Installation Requirements for Models 9162 9163 9182 9183 962 963 982 983 WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Read this manual For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency or a gas supplier NORCOLD PO BOX 4248 SIDNEY OH 45365 4248 Safety Awareness Table of contents Safety Awareness cccecccceeeeeseceeeeeseeees 2 Gas Supply and Connection 0eeeee 7 Product Specifications ccceseeeseeeeeees 3 120 Volt AC Supply and Connection 8 Certification and Codes ccccccseeeeereeeees 3 12 Volt DC and Supply Connection 8 Preparing for Installation cceeeeeees 4 Supply Wire and Fuse SiZe eeee 9 Certified Enclosure Requirements 4 Door Panels mc rencisrctsmnsnceedereeienimeie 9 Ventilation Requirements c eeee 4 Test Gas Supply Piping ceeeeeeeeeeee 9 Certified Vents and Dimensions 5 Flame Failure Safety Device Check 10 Certified Vent Installation ceeee 5 Hypot TSS i ccrdscececse coseceencamencctieslcceennceaetecense 10 Optimum Clearance Requirements 6 Lighting Instructions eeeee 10 11 Alternate Construction ccceeeeeeeeeee 6 Diagnostic Codes and Meanings
7. Seal Bottom Trim Piece Figure 5 Top Trim Piece No 1 Mounting Screws No 2 Screw Covers No 3 AIR 1 X Cre o 3 XN 4 XN x 2S as Figure 6 Trim Piece Removal Holes 2 NOTE Rotate to install or remove bottom trim piece directly to the main propane tank without a pressure regulator Use supply piping and fittings that comply with local state and national codes governing type and size These components should also comply with NFPA 501C Flexible metal connectors must comply with current CAN1 6 10 Standard To prevent gas pressure loss to refrigerator the propane should be supplied by 3 8 inch diameter copper piping The gas supply piping is connected to refrigerator by means of a 3 8 inch SAE UNF 5 8 18 male flare connection syu w nb y uonejjesul Installing the Refrigerator Route the gas supply piping to limit the possibility of vibration and abrasion The gas supply piping should enter the refrigerator enclosure near the gas connection at the rear of the refrigerator The hole through which the gas piping enters should be of sufficient size approximately 1 2 inch diameter to provide adequate clearance for the piping Once the gas piping is in place apply a sealant around the piping at its point of entry to minimize abrasion and vibration and to serve as a barrier to external moisture CAUTION Use two wrenches when ma
8. ag located in the coils at rear of the refrigerator Slide refrig erator into enclosure until only four 4 inches of refrigerator remain outside en closure Roll the bottom trim piece into place as illustrated in Figure 6 Slide re frigerator securely against vehicle s inte rior wall Using the four screws provided secure the refrigerator to vehicle s interior wall through holes in the top and bottom trim pieces Press screw covers into trim pieces Additional mounting holes are pro vided at the bottom rear of the refrigerator Norcold recommends that at least two of these holes be used to mount the refrig erator To remove bottom trim piece from refrig erator remove screw covers and all mounting screws Pull refrigerator forward to gain access to bottom trim piece re moval holes From the bottom of refrigera tor insert a screwdriver through the holes to release bottom trim piece Pull top trim piece forward for removal Do not omit installation of the bottom and top trim pieces These trim pieces are part of the combustion seal Gas Supply and Connection This refrigerator is designed to operate on propane gas at a supply pressure of 11 inches water column A pressure regulator is required between the refrigerator and the main gas tank Do not connect the refrigerator NOTE Seals must be continuous be tween the vehicle s wall and the mounting flanges to assure a com plete combustion seal A N Combustion
9. ion A G A and is approved by the Canadian Gas Association CGA Installation must be made in accordance with these standards and with the following installation instructions for Norcold s factory warranty to be in effect Installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the following standards as applicable In the United States a National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 2223 1 b Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR Part 32 80 c Standard for Recreational Vehicles ANSI A119 2 latest edition When an external electrical energy source is utilized the refrigerator must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 s u w nb y uonejjesu l In Canada a Current CGA B149 1 and CGA B149 2 installation code for Propane Appliances and Equipment b Current CSA Z240 4 2 Installation Requirement for Propane Appliances and Equipment in Recreational Vehicles c Current CSA Z240 6 2 C22 2 No 148 Electrical Requirement for Recreational Vehicles APPROVED When installed the refrigerator must be electrically grounded in accordance with Canadian Electrical Code C22 2 Parts 1 and 2 Preparing for Installation Certified Refrigerator Enclosure Requirements Solid level floor Do not place refrigerator directly on carpet Place refrigerator on metal or wood panel
10. l codes Never cut or remove the round grounding prong from the refrigerator s AC power cord Do not use a two prong adapter Do not use an extention cord e Protect all wiring from physical damage vibration and excessive heat e Keep liquids away from electrical connections Many liquids are electrically conductive and could cause serious arcing damage and fires Never bend drop drill weld manipulate or hammer the refrigerant system Doing so can cause the system to rupture releasing chemicals that can irritate eyes and skin This refrigerator has sharp edges and corners at the rear Use care when working on this refrigerator To prevent cuts or abrasions wear cut resistant gloves The refrigerator must be installed on a solid and level floor away from heat generating sources The floor must be strong enough to support the combined weight of the refrigerator and its food load Never install the refrigerator directly on carpeting To protect carpeting the refrigerator must be placed on a metal or wood panel extending at least the full width and depth of the refrigerator When discarding an appliance remove all doors to prevent accidental entrapment and suffocation Never bypass or alter the refrigerator s electrical components or features Follow Norcold s Ventilation and Installation recommendations explicitly Installation must assure complete isolation of the living space of the vehicle from the refrigerators combustions
11. nipulating the gas inlet fitting Failure to use two wrenches can over stress the tubing and create gas leaks Manual Shut Off Valve The gas supply is connected to the refrigerator at the inlet to the manual gas valve located at the bottom rear of the refrigerator Access to this area is obtained through the vehicle s vent door Care must be taken when con necting the gas line to the refrigerator to insure the fittings are secure Hold 3 8 Gas Supply Line Figure 7 Turn 120 Volt AC Supply and Connection WARNING This refrigerator is designed to operate on a 120 volt 60 Hertz grounded AC circuit The refrigerators AC power cord is equipped with a three prong grounding plug which must mate with a three prong grounded receptacle to protect against possible shock hazards Operating the refrigerator without proper ground can cause property damage severe personal injury or death It is the installer s responsibility and obligation to provide a properly grounded circuit to the refrigerator in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 Do not cut or remove the round grounding prong from the refrigerators AC power cord Do not use a two prong adapter or extension cord The free length of the refrigerators AC power cord is 37 3 4 inches It is recommended that the three prong grounded receptacle be located within reach of the refrigerator s AC power cord The ref
12. on D for 2 seconds 10 Lighting Instructions 9100 Series Note 12 volt DC must be available for both the Auto and Manual modes 1 Auto Mode Push the ON OFF button E to start the refrigerator in the fully automatic mode Push the SET POINT thermostat button D to a mid range setting If 120 volt AC is available AUTO LED and AC LED will illuminate indicating AC operation After 10 seconds the AC LED will turn off and only the AUTO LED will remain illuminated If 120 volt AC is not available AUTO LED and LP GAS LED will illuminate After 10 seconds LP GAS LED will turn off and only the AUTO LED will remain illuminated Press and release any button to display operating mode Push the SET POINT thermostat button D to a mid range setting 2 Manual Mode Press and hold MODE selection button until AUTO LED disappears and LP GAS LED is the only LED illuminated LP GAS LED will remain illuminated until an alternate mode is selected or the refrig erator is turned off Note f the gas does not ignite within 30 seconds the refrigerator s gas valve will automatically close and the operating controls will select an alternate energy source AUTO MODE or revert to a stand by mode in which the LP GAS LED flashes indicating flame ignition fault If burner flame does no ignite after several attempts refer to Diagnostics for corrective actions 3 To turn the refrigerator OFF push and hold the ON OFF button D for 2 seconds
13. ot require an additional test If hypot tests are conducted on the vehicle s 12 volt circuit the 12 volts must be disconnected from the refrigerator to protect the flame ignition circuit Lighting Instructions 900 Series Note 12 volt DC must be available for both the Auto and Manual modes B C D ar l ae i Si BN i AC BATT MODE SET i 1 Auto Mode Push ON OFF button D to start refrigerator in fully automatic mode Push SET POINT thermostat button B to a mid range setting If 120 volt AC is available AUTO AC will be visible in center display window A indicating AC operation If 120 volt AC is not available AUTO LP GAS will be visible in center display window indicating LP Gas operation 2 Manual Mode Push ON OFF button D to start refrigerator press and hold mode selection button until LP GAS is visible in center display window Push SET POINT thermostat button C to a mid range setting Note If the gas does not ignite within 30 seconds the refrigerator s gas valve will automatically close and the operating controls will revert to a stand by mode in which an alarm will sound and the code A1 will be displayed in the center display window If the gas does not ignite after several attempts refer to Diagnostic Codes and Their Meanings on page 10 for corrective actions 3 To turn refrigerator OFF push and hold ON OFF butt
14. pressure must not exceed 1 2 pound per square inch 14 inches water column The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from gas supply system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures greater than 1 2 psig 14 inches water column The appliance must be isolated from gas supply system by closing its individual manual shut off valve during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psig 14 inches water column Check gas pressure to the refrigerator without other gas appliances operating The pressure should not exceed 11 inches water column With other appliances operating the pressure should not be less than 10 5 water column Joyeuabijeay oy BHulyyeysuy Installation Requirements Lighting Instructions amp Diagnostics Flame Failure Safety Device Check Out The purpose of the gas safety device is to prevent escape of unburned gas from burner if the burner flame is extinguished While there is a flame pre sent at burner disconnect one wire from gas sole a Figure 10 noid valve located at rear of refrigerator Within 30 l XX seconds flame will go out indicating the safety lock out circuit is operational Reconnect wire to the gas solenoid valve upon completion of test Gas Solenoid Valve Remove wire from valve SN WN Hypot Test A Dielectric Strength test hypot has been conducted at the factory this refrigerator does n
15. rigerator s AC power cord must be routed so as not to contact the refrigerator s burner flue pipe or any other component which could cause damage to the cord insulation 12 Volt DC Supply and Connection 12 volt DC is required to maintain the refrigerator s operating control functions 12 volt DC connects to the power board at 2 one quarter inch quick connects terminals as shown in Figure 6 The positive DC input connects to terminal labeled DC and the DC ground lead connects to the terminal labeled DC Correct polarity must be observed when connecting the DC supply Do not use chassis of refrigerator or vehicle frame as one of the conductors Connect supply wires at battery and route to refrigerator The distance the current travels from the battery to the refrigerator dictates the wire size Undersized wire can result in a voltage drop which will affect the wattage output of the DC heater and result in reduced refrigerator performance Norcold recommends the installation of a fuse in the supply wiring between the battery and the refrigerator For optimum protection install the fuse as close to the battery as possible WARNING A circuit overload can result in an electrical fire when undersized wires or improperly sized fuses are used To prevent a possible electrical fire follow ANSI A119 2 Standards Norcold s wire and fuse specifications or applicable state and local codes Table 2 Recommended
16. ss the cooling system A f v B ne B _C c A Figure 4 j Optimum Clearance Requirements e Minimum clearances between the re frigerator and all adjacent walls and surfaces A 0 1 4 inch at the top of the re refrigerator B 0 1 2 inch at the sides of the refrigerator Note Side clearances in excess of 1 2 inch must be either filled with fiber glass batting or blocked with paneling etc C O 1 inch at the rear of refrigerator D Oinches at the bottom of the re refrigerator Alternate Construction Requirements e Exhaust upper vent opening A is inboard in relation to the rear of the refrigerator Baffles B added to top of refrigerator to assist in directing air flow out the exhaust vent e Angle between baffles B and rear top edge of the refrigerator not to exceed 45 degrees Deflectors C added at rear locations adjacent to the cooling unit condenser and absorber coils to reduce clear ance to 1 inch max e Side clearances are the same as illus trated in Figure 3 Combustion Seals Inspection and Trim Piece Installation Combustion seals are attached to the back surface of the mounting flanges top bottom and both sides These seals iso late the products of combustion from the vehicle s living space When installing or removing the refrigerator insure that the seal strips are not disturbed Remove the bottom trim piece and the mounting screws from b
17. system Inspect foam strip around refrigerator before installing Replace if necessary Keep the refrigerator and the surrounding area clear and free of combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids e A circuit overload can result in an electrical fire when undersized wires or improperly sized fuses are used To prevent a possible electrical fire follow ANSI A119 2 Standards Norcold s wire and fuse specifications or applicable state and local codes Use two wrenches when manipulating the gas inlet fitting Failure to use two wrenches can over stress the tubing and create gas leaks e Combustion and ventilation vents must be installed as directed in this manual without modification This refrigerator is designed to operate with the following energy sources LP Gas Operation 11 inches Water Column Propane 12 volts DC control voltage 15 4 volts max 10 5 volts min AC Operation 120 volts AC voltage 132 volts max 108 volts min 12 volts DC control voltage 15 4 volts max 10 5 volts min DC Operation 12 volts DC 15 4 volts max 11 5 volts min Operation where these specifications are exceeded can damage the refrigerator s electrical circuit and its related components and will void the refrigerator s warranty ssouaiemy Ajajes SUOI BOIJIDAdS Certification and Code Requirements This appliance is certified under the latest edition of ANSI Z21 19 by The American Gas Associat
18. uires that one intake vent and one exhaust vent be used Refer to Table 1 on page 4 To insure adequate refrigerator performance a continuous air flow is required across the refrigerator s cooling system The intake vent also serves as a service access door The bottom of the intake vent opening must be flush with or below the surface on which the refrigerator is mounted This configuration allows any leaking propane to ventilate to the outside of the coach The air passage from the intake vent to the refrigerator coils and from the refrigerator coils through the exhaust vent must be unobstructed The vents for this refrigerator have been certified by A G A and CGA and must be installed as directed in this manual without modification Any deviation or substitution 1 Can result in carbon monoxide levels in the living space of the vehicle 2 Will void the agencies certifications 3 Will void the refrigerator warranty 4 Will effect refrigerator performance Table 1 Certified Vents and Their Dimensions Note Combination of lower intake vent and exhaust vent makes up Norcold Vent kit no 3 Cut Out Dimensions inches cm Exhaust Vent Lower Intake Vent Approved Part No Type Length Width Height Width Radius Models 617778 Plastic 13 3 4 34 93 21 1 2 54 61 All Models Square 13 3 4 21 3 4 616010 Corner k 34 93 55 25 a All Models Radius 13 3 4 21 7 8 3 1 4 616009 Corner

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