NORCOLD N2000 Series Refrigerator Freezers User Manual

NORCOLD N2000 Series Refrigerator Freezers

Introduction

This is the user manual for your Norcold refrigerator. Read the safety instructions and information on the use and maintenance of the refrigerator carefully before continuing. This will enable you to use the refrigerator safely and efficiently. Retain this manual for future reference. For the latest version of this manual, please visit www.Norcold.com.

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Key to symbols

• Warning. Risk of serious injury and/or damage.
• Caution. Risk of injury and/or damage.
• Attention. Important information.
• Note. Information.

Safety

• The storage of flammable materials behind or around the refrigerator creates a fire hazard. Do not use the area behind the refrigerator to store anything, especially flammable materials (gasoline, cleaning supplies, etc.).
• A circuit overload can result in an electrical fire if the wires and/or fuses are not the correct size. Use only the wire and fuse sizes as written in the “Installation Manual”
• Component parts shall be replaced with like components supplied by the manufacturer and that servicing shall be done by factory-authorized service personnel, so as to minimize the risk of possible ignition due to incorrect parts or improper service.
• Risk of Fire and explosion with flammable refrigerant R600a
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not allow children to play with the appliance. Children can become trapped and possibly suffocate.
• Use only parts supplied by the manufacturer.
• Do not change or adjust anything on the appliance, unless the change is authorized by the manufacturer or its representative.
• When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
• The refrigerant is R600a and insulation blowing gases is cyclopentane, servicing and disposal of appliances should be done by a qualified person.
• Do not use the drawer as a step or ladder.
• The maximum load of the large shelf is 26 lbs [12kg] and the maximum load of the small shelf is 13 lbs [6kg].
• Incorrect installation, adjustment, change to, or maintenance of this refrigerator can cause personal injury, property damage, or both.
• Have service and maintenance work done by your dealer or by an authorized Norcold Service Center?
• This appliance is designed for 12V DC supply voltage. Do not attempt to run the refrigerator on any other voltage or means of supply.
• Do not bypass or change the refrigerator’s electrical components or features.
• Do not spray liquids near electrical outlets, connections, or refrigerator components. Many liquids are electronically conductive and can cause a shock hazard, electrical shorts, and in some cases fire.
• The rear of the refrigerator has sharp edges and corners. To prevent cuts or abrasions when working on the refrigerator, be careful and wear cut-resistant gloves.
• The build-up of dust on the condenser will reduce the performance of the appliance and increase the risk of overheating the cooling system.
• Have the condenser and cooling fan cleaned by qualified service personnel if you suspect poor performance?
• Never open or damage the refrigerant circuit of the cooling system at the back or on the inside of your appliance. The cooling system is pressurized and contains flammable substances.
• Do not use electrical appliances in the appliance.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
• Never expose the appliance to moisture and/or rain.
• Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built−in structure, clear of obstruction.
• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• This refrigerator is intended for use in mobile recreational vehicles.
• The appliance is suitable for camping use.
• Store consumables in suitable containers or wrapping in the refrigerator to avoid direct contact with the interior
• If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch it off, defrost, clean, dry, and put the door in the storage latch to prevent mould from developing within the appliance.

Main Components

1. Refrigerator door
2. Control panel
3. Frozen Food compartment door
4. Storage Shelves
5. Shelf Food retainer
6. Vegetable bins
7. Door bins
8. Bottle retainer

N2152

1. Refrigerator door
2. Control panel
3. Frozen Food compartment door
4. Slide−out box
5. Shelf Food retainer
6. Storage Shelves
7. Drawer divider
8. Bottle and vegetable bin
9. Door bins

T2175/ N2160

1. Control panel
2. Shelf Food retainer
3. Slide−out box
4. Storage Shelves
5. Vegetable bin
6. Frozen Food compartment
7. Cooling system
8. Frozen Food compartment door
9. Frozen Food divider
10. Bottle retainer
11. Door bins
12. Refrigerator door

Control panel

1. On/off button
2. Temperature settings – Fresh Food compartment
3. Temperature settings − Frozen Food compartment (not for N2090)
4. Night mode button

Before use
Before using the appliance:

• Ensure that all packaging materials have been removed.
• Clean the inside of the refrigerator properly with warm water and household detergent and dry carefully with a soft cloth.
• Ensure that the DC electricity supply is connected and turned on.

Switching on the refrigerator

To switch on the refrigerator: Push the on/off button and hold it for a few seconds. After a few seconds, the control panel will change to stand−by and locked mode. The blue on/off button indicates the refrigerator is still in function. To switch off the refrigerator, push and hold the on/off button for a few seconds. For optimal performance, switch on the refrigerator 4 hours before placing food.

Selecting the cooling level

To select the cooling level

• First unlock the control panel, if applicable. Press the Fresh Food, Frozen Food or Night mode area and hold it for a few seconds until the icons start blinking.
• Slide or press the temperature icons to select the desired cooling level.
• After a few seconds, the control panel will save the settings and go to the locked stand−by mode.
• When the display is locked, the icons will turn off, only on/off and night mode will stay illuminated.
• When the display is locked, the icons will turn off, only on/off and night mode will stay illuminated.

Cooling levels (1 to 5) of the Fresh Food compartment

Cooling levels (1 to 3) of Frozen Food compartment (not for N2090)

Always look at the packaging instructions of your food products for preservation level. The active running time of the refrigerator depends on the temperature, size and state of the battery, electrical load of other devices in the vehicle, content of the refrigerator and frequency of use. When the vehicle is exposed to full sunlight, it is strongly recommended to apply proper ventilation in the vehicle

Selecting night mode
The refrigerator will select the lowest noise setting where possible. When the refrigerator needs to run harder (due to higher ambient temperatures and/or warm products), it may result in an increase of noise. You can switch on the night mode, to reduce the noise to a minimum. The cooling down time might take longer. The blue light indicates the night mode is activated.

• First, unlock the control panel.
• Push the night mode button.

Use night mode only when temperatures in the vehicle are below 86°F. The night mode will switch off automatically after 12 hours. When switching off the night mode manually, it will go to automatic temperature control.

Use of the Fresh Food compartment

To prevent ice formation in your refrigerator, always cover liquid products, and let warm products cool down before placing them inside the refrigerator. Do not open the door any longer than necessary. To organize your refrigerator as desired, storage shelves, door bins and drawer dividers can be moved. A number of shelves are secured to prevent inadvertent entrapment and possible suffocation of children. For the same reason, the drawer dividers are fixed to the drawer (all models except N2090). Do not remove the fixed shelves or drawer dividers, so children have no space to be entrapped in the refrigerator

Moving a secured storage shelf

• Undo the screws that are placed on the shelf near the shelf clamp.
• Turn the plastic clamp of the storage shelf upwards.
• Lift the left side a bit.

Move the storage shelf to the desired position

• Place the right side (side without clamp) of the storage shelf in the refrigerator wall.
• Place the other side (with the clamp) in the corresponding groove.
• Turn the plastic clamp downwards.
• Replace the screws after you have finished.
• Moving the fixed drawer divider
• Undo the screws that secure the drawer divider.
• Move the drawer divider to the desired position.
• Replace the screws after you have finished.
• The maximum storage capacity of the drawer is 33 lbs (15kg).
• Ensure that the door can still be closed after reorganizing shelves and bins.

Use of the Frozen Food compartment

• For N2090 only: The frozen Food compartment can be used to store perishable foodstuffs or
• Frozen Foods. Refer to Selecting cooling level for more information on the regulated
• Frozen Food compartment for the other models.

While driving
Make sure no products in your refrigerator can move while driving. Secure the bottles in the door and/or the drawer with the bottle retainer and drawer dividers. The shelf food retainers hold products on the shelves while driving. you push to close the door of the refrigerator, the door locks automatically. The door lock will prevent the door from opening while driving

Maintenance and cleaning

• Norcold recommends an annual inspection service by an approved service centre. Clean the refrigerator on a regular basis.
• Always remove any spills or contamination immediately with a mild dish detergent and soft cloth.
• If needed, remove the shelves, door bins, and vegetable bins and clean the inside of the refrigerator and loose parts.
• Clean the outside of the refrigerator with a damp soft cloth.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners, metal scouring pads or hard brushes. They could damage the refrigerator.
• Never clean the refrigerator with soap or aggressive, caustic or soda−based cleaning agents.
• Dry any water with a dry soft cloth.
• The loose parts of the refrigerator are not suitable for the dishwasher.
• Only for refrigerators installed on floor level: Dust underneath the refrigerator might block the airflow required for proper performance. Therefore, frequently remove all dust from this area, e.g. using a vacuum cleaner.
• Only for refrigerators installed on floor level: We recommend removing the refrigerator once every 2 years to completely clean and remove all dust from both the refrigerator and the aperture. In a dusty environment, we recommend doing this every year.
• We recommend to clean the condenser once every 2 years for N2175 and N2160 refrigerators.
• Blow the dust from the condenser with slightly pressurized air. In a dusty environment, we recommend doing this every year. For other models, this can be done if you suspect a bad performance.
• Accessing the condenser can be done by removing the front guard for models N2175 and N2160. For N2090 and N2152 the refrigerator must be removed to access the condenser.
• Removing slide-out box system (N2152, N2175, N2160)

To remove the slide−out box system

• Completely open the refrigerator door and remove the slide−out box, by pulling the slide−out box towards you while you tilt the box upwards.
• Push the rail system to the right, as illustrated

Remove and clean the slide−out box system

• After cleaning, place the system back in reverse order.
• Make sure the slide−out box system snaps into place.
• Removing drawer (N2152 and N2175)

To remove the drawer (N2152and N2175)

• Completely open the refrigerator door and pull the drawer until the stop.
• Then lift the drawer at the front, as illustrated.

Remove and clean the drawer

• After cleaning, place the drawer back in reverse order.
• Removing drawer (N2160)

**To remove the drawer (N2160)

**

• Pull the drawer until the stop and push it a little bit back.
• Then push the guide locks backwards, as illustrated.
• Pull the drawer further to the front and lift the wheels over the curves.
• Remove and clean the drawer.
• After cleaning, pull out the guides until they snap into place.
• Place the drawer back in reverse order.

Emptying the drip tray (N2090)
During use, water will collect on the back wall of the refrigerator. If the external drainage option is not used, the condensation will collect in the drip tray. To empty the drip tray: Pull drip tray up until it releases from the mounting hook in the back. Remove the drip tray from the refrigerator and empty it. Check the drip tray regularly and always empty it before driving the vehicle.

Defrosting

Ice can build up in the Frozen Food compartment and on the back surface of the refrigerator compartment. When more than 0.1in [3mm] of ice has built up in any location of either compartment, the refrigerator needs to be defrosted. Failure to do this may damage the cooling system. To defrost the refrigerator:

• Remove all food.
• Switch off the refrigerator.
• Remove the drawer as described under Maintenance and Cleaning.
• Put a towel in the Frozen Food compartment and on the bottom of the Fresh Food compartment to catch any leakage water.
• Make sure the Frozen Food compartment door is opened by a small gap, by inserting a non−sharp object in between the Frozen Food compartment door seal and the cabinet liner.
• In case the external drainage possibility is not used, empty the drip tray when all ice is gone.
• Thoroughly dry the refrigerator after defrosting.
• Do not speed up the defrosting process by removing the ice layer with force or sharp objects or by using a hairdryer or any other electrical device.

Troubleshooting

Error Codes
When an error occurs, the specific error will be shown on the display.

Refrigerator is not cooling, compressor does not run at all

| Battery voltage too low| Recharge battery
Start delay of 1 minute (no

issue)

| Wait 1 minute

Overheat due to high ambient

| Turn off refrigerator for 1 hour, vent the vehicle,

switch to day mode

Vehicle fuse has blown| Check fuse rating, replace

with 15A

Frozen Food compartment not Freezing

|

Interior temperature in vehicle is lower than 61°F

| Raise the temperature of the vehicle inside and/or select a higher cooling level

to minimal level 4

Refrigerator is not cooling, compressor starts but

switches off directly

| Overheat due to high ambient temperature| Turn off refrigerator for 1 hour, vent the vehicle,

switch to day mode

Refrigerator is overcooling| Temperature setting too high| Choose a lower

temperature setting

Refrigerator is not cooling, compressor runs

continuously

|

Go to a service center

The refrigerator has insufficient cooling

| Overheat due to high ambient temperature| Turn off fridge for 1 hour, vent the vehicle, switch to

day mode

Ventilation openings,

complete or partially blocked

| Clean or remove blockage
Door is not properly closed| Close door, make sure door

seal in good order

Too much ice on the evaporator (more than 0.1in [3mm])| Defrost evaporator, make sure door seal is in good

order

Refrigerator makes more noise in night mode

| High ambient temperature

(more than 86°F)

|

Wait until the refrigerator has reached the selected temperature setting

Warm products have been placed inside the refrigerator
The refrigerator is turned on after it has been off for a long time
A low-temperature setting is selected

Storage
If you do not use the refrigerator for a longer period:

• Empty the refrigerator.
• Defrost the Frozen Food compartment.
• Clean the complete refrigerator thoroughly.
• Keep the refrigerator door, as well as the Frozen Food compartment door, open during storage.

To keep the door open during storage

• Open the door.
• Rotate the storage lock.
• Close the door until you hear the first click.
• Make sure the door is still slightly open.
• To use the refrigerator after storage
• Rotate the storage lock back to its original position.

Warranty and Servicing
For our warranty procedure and policy, refer to www.Norcold.com. Disconnect the DC power source before doing any maintenance work on the refrigerator. All service work on this refrigerator must be done by a qualified service technician. For service, please contact your authorized local Service Center giving details of the model and serial number on the Serial ID label plus date of purchase.

Technical Specifications

Table 1: Refrigerator specifications

Model| Display| Total volume (ft3)| Volume Frozen Food comp. (ft3)| *Energy

Consumption (kWh/24h)

| Climate class| Climate class night mode
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
N2090| Capacitive touchscreen| 3.0| 0.2| 0.35| ST (61 − 100°F)| N (61 – 90°F)
N2152| Capacitive touchscreen| 5.3| 0.6| 0.46| SN−T (50 – 110°F)| SN (50 – 90°F)
N2160| Capacitive touchscreen| 5.8| 1.1| 0.56| SN−T (50 – 110°F)| SN (50 – 90°F)
N2175| Capacitive touchscreen| 6.1| 1.2| 0.56| SN−T (50 – 110°F)| SN (50 – 90°F)

Energy consumption is measured according to IEC62552.

Disposal

When your refrigerator has reached its end of life, dispose of the product according to the local rules. Do not dispose of the refrigerator with normal household waste. Risk of Fire and explosion with flammable refrigerant R600a Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer: Take off the doors and leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside. Table 2: Environmental Protection Discarded electric appliances are recyclable and should not be discarded in domestic waste.
Please actively support us in conserving resources and protecting the environment by returning this appliance to the collection centres (if available).

Warranty
Norcold DC Models – One-Year Limited Warranty Norcold, Inc. warrants for a period of one [1] year from the date of purchase that Norcold, Inc. will repair or replace its DC refrigerators.

Limitations of Warranty

1. This warranty is the only warranty for Norcold DC refrigerators. This warranty does not cover glassware, electric light bulbs or replaceable fuses.
2. This warranty does not apply to refrigerators or component parts that have been subjected to misuse, improper installation, abnormal service, transit damage, recharging of cooling unit system, accident, fire, improper repair, tampering or abuse.
3. The duration of any implied warranty is limited to one [1] year.
4. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

Limitations of Remedy

1. The responsibility of Norcold under this or any warranty is limited to the repair or replacement (at Norcold’s option) of any defective refrigerator or component part.
2. In no event and under no circumstances shall Norcold be responsible for any other charge whatsoever, including but not limited to charges or claims for labour, lost business, lost time, lost profits, loss of use, or any kind of incidental or consequential damages, however, denominated or described.
3. Some states do not allow for the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. To obtain warranty service, contact Norcold Customer Service at 800-543-1219 or visit our website at www.norcold.com.

Legal Rights
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other legal rights which vary from state to state.

Norcold DC Models – Warranty Information
Your refrigerator is made to provide the ultimate cooling satisfaction and will serve you reliably in the years to come. Norcold refrigerators offer a standard limited one-year warranty. To activate your one-year limited warranty, complete and mail the warranty registration supplied. Help us to help you. Write the model number and serial number below for future reference. These numbers are on the serial plate in the refrigerator. The serial plate is located in the fresh food compartment on the top right-hand side. Use these numbers when receiving service or in any correspondence concerning
your refrigerator.

Model number: Serial number:
If a problem occurs with your refrigerator, contact any of the service centres throughout the United States and Canada. To find an authorized Norcold Service Center near you, please telephone the Norcold Customer Support Dept. at 800-543-1219 [option-1] or visit our website at  www.norcold.com. Norcold is committed to providing products that are in harmony with the environment. Your Norcold refrigerator meets all environmental safety standards.

Norcold DC Models – Warranty Questions
This warranty is the only warranty for your Norcold refrigerator. There are no other express warranties. The only uses for this product are described in this manual. Part or model specifications are subject to change without notice.

What does this warranty cover?
This warranty covers labour and freight (ground service only) and costs incurred in removing and reinstalling the refrigerator when necessary to replace a defective part and any parts replaced under warranty (including cooling units).

What is not covered by this warranty?

• Travel expenses for bringing the refrigerator to an authorized Norcold Service Center for warranty coverage.
• Additional costs were caused by the inability to bring the refrigerator to an authorized Norcold Service Center.
• Defects that are caused by transit damage, misuse, neglect, or accident.
• Manufacturing defects found at the time of purchase, parts replaced under warranty, and associated labour, which the original consumer-purchaser does not communicate to Norcold within 30 days.
• Labour, performed without the need for parts replacements, which the original consumer purchaser does not communicate with Norcold within 30 days.
• Defects in glassware, electric light bulbs, or replacement fuses.
• Defects caused by improper installation, maintenance, or adjustment.
• Normal maintenance of this refrigerator as described in this manual.
• Defects caused by the improper use of parts or parts not manufactured or supplied by
• Norcold for repairs or replacements to the refrigerator.

Norcold will not be liable for any incidental or consequential loss or damage, due directly or indirectly to the use of this product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above may not apply to you.

How long does this warranty last?
This warranty is effective for a period of one year from the date of purchase.

What will Norcold do?
Norcold will provide free service and replacement of defective parts, at no charge, at all authorized Norcold Service Centers. Norcold has the option of replacing the defective parts or the entire refrigerator. If the refrigerator is replaced, Norcold is not responsible for replacing dealer-installed options.

How do you get service?
Bring the refrigerator to any authorized Norcold Service Center and show proof that the defective item is within warranty coverage.

If you are unable to bring the refrigerator to an authorized Norcold Service Center:

• Send a written notice of the defect to Norcold.
• Norcold will promptly advise you on how to obtain warranty service.

What rights do you have?
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Norcold, Inc.
P.O. Box 4248
Sidney, OH 45365-4248
Service après-vente Norcold
Téléphone : 800-543-1219
Télécopieur : 734-769-2332
Site web : www.norcold.com

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