DOMETIC RH429LD Hotel Minibar Instruction Manual

DOMETIC RH429LD Hotel Minibar

Product Information

Specifications:

• Model: RH429LD, RH429LDAG
• Class: Refrigeration Classic
• Language: English (EN)

Product Usage Instructions

Important Notes
Please read the instructions carefully and follow all guidelines and warnings provided in the manual to ensure proper installation, use, and maintenance of the product.

Explanation of Symbols

• DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation that will result in death or serious injury if not avoided.
• WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in death or serious injury if not avoided.
• NOTICE: Indicates a situation that can result in property damage if not avoided.
• NOTE: Supplementary information for operating the product.

Safety Instructions

• Electrocution Hazard: Failure to obey warnings could result in death or serious injury.
• Fire Hazard: The refrigerant in the refrigerant circuit is highly flammable. In case of damage, switch off the minibar, avoid naked flames and sparks, and air the room well.
• Explosion Hazard: Do not store explosive substances in the minibar.
• Health Hazard: Follow warnings to prevent health risks.
• Risk of Crushing: Avoid putting fingers into the hinge to prevent injury.
• Health Hazard: Store foodstuff only in original packaging or suitable containers to avoid health risks.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: Can this minibar be used for freezing items?
  A: No, this minibar is designed for refrigeration purposes only and cannot be used for freezing items.

• Q: How often should the minibar be cleaned?
  A: It is recommended to clean the minibar regularly, at least once a month, to maintain proper hygiene and efficiency.

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Copyright
© 2024 Dometic Group. The visual appearance of the contents of this manual is protected by copyright and design law. The underlying technical design and the products contained herein may be protected by design, patent or pending patent. The trademarks mentioned in this manual belong to Dometic Sweden AB. All rights are reserved.

Important notes
Please read these instructions carefully and follow all instructions, guidelines, and warnings included in this product manual to ensure that you install, use, and maintain the product properly at all times. These instructions MUST stay with this product.

By using the product, you hereby confirm that you have read all instructions, guidelines, and warnings carefully and that you understand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions as set forth herein. You agree to use this product only for the intended purpose and application and by the instructions, guidelines, and warnings as outlined in this product manual as well as by all applicable laws and regulations. A failure to read and follow the instructions and warnings set forth herein may result in an injury to yourself and others, damage to your product or damage to other property in the vicinity. This product manual, in-cluding the instructions, guidelines, and warnings, and related documentation, may be subject to changes and updates. For up-to-date product information, please visit documents.dometic.com.

Explanation of symbols

• DANGER!
  Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

• WARNING!
  Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

• CAUTION!
  Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

• NOTICE!
  Indicates a situation that, if not avoided, can result in property damage.

• NOTE Supplementary information for oper-ating the product.

Safety instructions

WARNING! Electrocution hazard
Failure to obey these warnings could result in death or serious injury.

• Ensure that the minibar has been installed by a qualified technician in ac-cordance with the Dometic installation manual.
• Do not operate the minibar if it is visibly damaged.
• If this minibar’s power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the man-ufacturer, service agent or a similarly qualified -person to prevent safety hazards.
• This minibar may only be repaired by qualified personnel. -Inadequate re-pairs may cause serious hazards.
• When positioning the minibar, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
• Do not locate multiple portable sock-et-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance
• Plug the device into sockets that ensure proper connection especially when the device needs to be earthed.

WARNING! Fire hazard

• Failure to obey these warnings could result in death or serious injury.
• The refrigerant in the refrigerant circuit is highly flammable. In the event of any damage to the refrigerant circuit:
  • Switch off the minibar.
  • Avoid naked flames and sparks.
  • Air the room well.

WARNING! Explosion hazard

• Failure to obey these warnings could result in death or serious injury.
• Do not store any explosive substances, such as spray cans with -propellants, in the mini-bar.

WARNING! Health hazard
Failure to obey these warnings could result in death or serious injury.

• Never open the absorber unit. It is under high pressure and can cause injury if it is opened.
• This minibar can be used by children aged 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experi-ence and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the minibar safely and understand the hazards involved.
• Children shall not play with the mini-bar.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children without supervision.
• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload the minibar.

CAUTION! Risk of crushing

• Failure to obey these cautions could result in minor or moderate injury.
• Do not put your fingers into the hinge.

CAUTION! Health hazard

• Failure to obey these cautions could result in minor or moderate injury.
• Foodstuff may only be stored in its original packaging or suitable containers.

NOTICE! Damage hazard

• Check that the voltage specification on the type plate is the same as that of the power supply.
• The minibar is not suitable for storing substances that are caustic or contain solvents.
• The insulation of the cooling device contains flammable cyclopentane and requires special disposal procedures. Deliver the cooling device at the end of its lifecycle to an appropriate recycling centre.
• Keep the drainage outlet clean at all times.
• Do not open the refrigerant circuit under any circumstances.
• Only carry the minibar upright.

Operating the minibar safely

DANGER! Electrocution hazard

• Failure to obey these warnings will result in death or serious injury.
• Do not touch exposed cables with your bare hands.

CAUTION! Electrocution hazard

• Failure to obey these cautions could result in minor or moderate injury.
• Before starting the minibar, ensure that the power supply line and the plug are dry.

CAUTION! Health hazard
Failure to obey these cautions could result in minor or moderate injury.

• Make sure that you only put items in the minibar which may be chilled at the se-lected temperature.
• Food may only be stored in its original packaging or suitable containers.
• Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase in the tem-perature in the compartments of the minibar.
• Clean regular surfaces that can come in contact with food and -accessible drainage systems.
• If the minibar is left empty for long peri-ods:
  • Switch off the minibar.
  • Defrost the minibar.
  • Clean and dry the minibar.
  • Leave the door open to prevent mould from developing within the -minibar.

NOTICE! Damage hazard

• Do not use electrical devices inside the minibar unless they are recommended by the manufacturer for that purpose.
• Do not place it near naked flames or other heat sources (-heaters, direct sunlight, gas ovens etc.).
• Ensure that the ventilation vents are not covered.
• Never immerse the minibar in water.
• Protect the minibar and the cable against heat and moisture.
• Make sure that foodstuffs do not touch the walls of the cooling area.

Scope of delivery

Accessories

Intended use

The refrigeration appliance (also referred to as minibar) is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

• Staff kitchens in stores, offices and other work areas
• Farmhouses
• Hotels, motels and other residential type environ-ments
• Bed and bbe breakfasttypenvironments
• Catering and similar non-retail applications

The minibar is not suitable for installation in caravans or mobile homes.

• The minibar is intended to be used either as a built-in appliance or as a freestanding refrigeration appliance.
• The minibar is designed exclusively for cooling and storing of beverages and foods in closed containers.
• This product is only suitable for the intended purpose and application of these instructions.
• This manual provides information that is necessary for the proper installation and/or operation of the product. Poor installation and/or improper operation or main-tenance will result in unsatisfactory performance and a possible failure.
• The manufacturer accepts no liability for any injury or damage to the product resulting from:
  • Incorrect installation, assembly or connection, in-cluding excess voltage
  • Incorrect maintenance or use of spare parts other than the original spare parts provided by the manu-facturer
  • Alterations to the product without express permission from the manufacturer
  • Use for purposes other than those described in this manual

Dometic reserves the right to change product appearance and product specifications.

Technical description

The minibar can cool products. A grid divider can be used to separate foodstuffs, e.g. bottles and sweets.

Control elements on the minibar

Fig. 1

NOTE
For minibars with a door lock, the manufacturer does not accept liability for loss or damage to the keys. In this case, a com-plete door lock can be supplied (see domet ic.com/dealer).

Remote control (optional) Fig. 2

Installation

• CAUTION! Health hazard
  To avoid a hazard due to instability of the minibar, the minibar must be fixed in accordance with the instructions.

• NOTICE! Damage hazard
  Do not use extension cords or ungrounded (two-pin) adapters.

The minibar can be built in if the following conditions are kept to ensure satisfactory operation and maximum cooling efficiency.

• The minibar must be levelled carefully to ensure proper function.
• The socket outlet for the main connection must be freely accessible.
• The minibar must not be exposed to radiated heat (sunlight, radiator, oven).

Reversing the door

NOTE
For reversing the door, a different hinge is needed (see Accessories).

1. Disconnect the mains.
2. Lay down the minibar carefully on its back.
3. Proceed as shown.
   • Fig. 3
   • Fig. 4
   • Fig. 5
   • Fig. 6
4. Ensure that the door closes easily and is sealed properly.

Changing the decorative plate (free-standing version only)

Proceed as shown.

• Fig. 7
• Fig. 8
• Fig. 9
• Fig. 10

Setting up the freestanding version

Fix the feet as shown:
Fig. 11

Setting up the built-in version

Ventilation Fig. 12

• Ventilation must be provided as shown in alternatives A, B, C or D.
• Ventilation grills (1), if used, must have openings of at least 200 cm² each.
• The minimum clearance between the minibar‘s back and the surrounding structure should be as follows:
  No.| Min. distance
  ---|---
  2| 20 mm
  3| 105 mm
• The ventilation duct must at least measure 105 mm x the width of the minibar.
• The entire minibar must project into the ventilation duct as shown (see Fig. 12).
• The air passing through the ventilation duct must not be preheated by any source of heat.
• The ventilation duct must be kept free from any obstacles. Especially portable multi-socket outlets or portable power supplies, which can get warm, must not be kept at the rear of the minibar.

Fix the minibar through its fixing feet as shown: In fig. 13

Operation

Before first use
Clean the minibar inside and outside with a damp cloth for hygienic reasons (see also Cleaning and maintenance).

Saving energy

• Only open the minibar as often and for as long as necessary.
• Avoid unnecessarily low-temperature settings.
• For optimal energy consumption, position the shelves and drawers according to their position on delivery.
• Regularly, make sure the door seal still fits properly.
• Clean dust and dirt from the condenser at regular intervals.

Switching on

WARNING! Suffocation hazard
If children climb into unused minibars and close the door behind them, they can suffocate inside the appliance. If the minibar will not be used for a longer period, take the following precautions:

• Remove the door.
• Leave the shelves in place so that chil-dren cannot easily climb inside.

WARNING! Damage hazard

• Ensure that the objects placed in the minibar are suitable for cooling to the selected temperature.
• Ensure that food or liquids in glass containers are not excessively refrigerated. Liquids expand when they freeze and can therefore destroy the glass containers.
• Ensure that the minibar is well ventilated so that any heat created can dissipate. Otherwise, proper functioning cannot be ensured.

NOTE

• The empty minibar needs about 6 …7 h at normal ambient temperature to reach the proper temperature in the interior.
• A few water drops may form inside the minibar if it has been cooling for a lengthy period. This is normal because the moisture in the air condenses to water when the temperature in the minibar falls. The minibar is not defec-tive. If necessary, wipe it out with a dry cloth.

1. Place the minibar on a firm base.
2. Connect the connection cable to the AC mains supply.
   • The minibar performs a self-test. After approx. 10 s the interior light (Fig. 1. 3) illuminates for 2 s and the minibar starts cooling the interior. If the self-test fails, the interior lighting changes to a constant flashing.

Setting the temperature
To avoid food waste, note the following:

• Keep temperature fluctuation as low as possible. Only open the minibar as often and for as long as necessary. Store the foodstuff in such a way that the air can still circulate well.
• The mini bar is equipped with an automatic tem-perature regulation function. Select the average of the possible temperature values.
• Adjust the temperature to the quantity and type of the foodstuff.
  • The minibar is equipped with an automatic temperature regulation function. With the optional remote control (Fig. 2) the temperature can be set to 4 different levels using 2 buttons.
  • With each press of the remote control buttons, the cooling temperature switches between the possible values. By pressing a button, a red LED illuminates the remote control as soon as a signal has been sent out.

NOTE
The red LED illuminates as soon as a signal has been sent out. Check the batteries if the LED does not illuminate.

1. Remove the plastic insulation from the battery holder before initial use.
2. Align the upper side of the remote control to the door opening sensor (Fig. 1. 4). Maintain a dis-tance of approx. 10 cm.
3. Press the desired button (Fig. 2):

temperature is set to 3 °C.

If the LED of the interior light flashes 7 times, the temperature is set to 7 °C.

Blue ( 4 )| If the LED of the interior light flashes 5 times, the temperature is set to 5 °C.

If the LED of the interior light flashes 12 times, the temperature is set to 12 °C.

Switching off

1. If the minibar is to be switched off, unplug the con-nection cable.
2. Clean the interior to ensure it is dry enough (see Cleaning and maintenance).

Using the automatic door control (optional)
The automatic door control (optional) indicates via an LED (Fig. 1. 8) that the door has been opened.

If the LED is lit:

1. Open the minibar.
2. If necessary, refill the minibar.
3. Reset the automatic door control with the remote control (optional).
   • Hold the remote control towards the door opening (Fig. 1 4).
   • Press the red button once (Fig. 2 1).
4. Close the minibar.

Cleaning and maintenance

WARNING! Electrocution hazard
Always disconnect the device from the power supply before cleaning and servicing it.

NOTICE! Damage hazard

• Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or hard objects during cleaning as these can damage the minibar.
• Never clean the minibar under running water or in dishwater.
• Never use hard or sharp tools to remove ice or to free frozen objects on the minibar.
• Do not use any mechanical tools or any other tools to speed up the defrosting process.
• Ensure that no water drips into the seals to avoid damage to the electronics.
  • Clean the minibar regularly and as soon as it becomes dirty with a damp cloth.
  • Wipe the minibar dry with a cloth after cleaning.
  • Check the condensate drain regularly.
  • Clean the condensate drain when necessary. If it is blocked, the condensate collects on the bottom of the minibar.
  • Ensure that the air inlet and outlet vents on the minibar are free of any dust and dirt so that heat can be released and the device is not damaged.

Defrosting the minibar
The mini bar is equipped with an automatic defrost function.

Replacing LED of the interior light

NOTICE! Damage hazard
The light source can only be replaced by the manufacturer, a service agent or a similarly qualified person to avoid hazards.

Troubleshooting

Warranty

Refer to the sections below for information about warranty and warranty support in the US, Canada, and all other regions.

United States and Canada
LIMITED WARRANTY AVAILABLE AT DOMETIC.COM/WARRANTY.

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS OR TO OBTAIN A COPY OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY FREE OF CHARGE, CONTACT THE DOMETIC WARRANTY DEPARTMENT:

• DOMETIC CORPORATION CUSTOMER SUPPORT CENTER 5155 VERDANT DRIVE ELKHART, INDIANA 46516 1-800-544-4881 OPT 1

All other regions
For repair and warranty processing, please include the following documents when you send in the device:

• A copy of the receipt with the purchasing date
• A reason for the claim or description of the fault

Note that self-repair or nonprofessional repair can have safety consequences and might void the warranty.

Disposal

• Recycling packaging material: Place the packaging material in the appropriate recycling waste bins wherever possible.
• Recycling products with non-replaceable batteries, rechargeable batteries, or light sources:
  • Dispose of the product by all applicable regulations.
  • The product can be disposed of free of charge.

Technical Data

| RH 429LD|

RH 429LDAG

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Total volume| 20 L
Connection voltage| 120 V
Power consumption| 75 W
Temperature range| 3 … 12 °C
Climate class| N
Intended ambient temperature use| 16 … 32 °C
Refrigerant| 147 g H2O and 98 g NH3
Dimensions (W x H x D)|
Freestanding version| 422 × 463 × 384 mm
Built-in version| 422 × 435 × 384 mm
Weight| 12 kg| 14 kg

• YOUR LOCAL DEALER
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• YOUR LOCAL SUPPORT
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• YOUR LOCAL SALES OFFICE
  dometic.com/sales-offices.

A complete list of Dometic companies, which comprise the Dometic Group, can be found in the public filings of:
DOMETIC GROUP AB Hemvärnsgatan 15 SE-17154 Solna Sweden.

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