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Post by Don Ricardo on May 30, 2011 20:17:59 GMT 10
A few weeks ago Rattles posted links to the users manuals for several pieces of caravan equipment. To make the information easier to find when you need it, I have indexed the threads concerned below. Thanks Rattles for taking the trouble to preserve this information for other forum members. Other manuals can be added to this thread and/or indexed as we go. If you post copies of manuals - or find manuals that have already been posted - which other people may find helpful, please PM me the link or add a post to this thread. Caravan fridge user manuals:Hallstron H.J.2/3 refrigerator installation manualMorphy-Richards Astral refrigerator manual and also hereCaravan stove user manuals:Roden Gas Cooker user manualDon Ricardo
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Post by Rattles on Jul 8, 2011 21:26:50 GMT 10
If the links die PM me with your E-Mail and I will send you a Copy via E-Mail
Rattles
The links are Dead Use the Direct PDF Files Below (PDF Files are corrupted see below)
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E-Mail me at rattlesone@gmail.com
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Post by Rattles on Sept 29, 2011 14:43:17 GMT 10
Hallstrom HJ23 Fridge Installation
E-Mail for PDF Copies at E-Mail rattlesone@gmail.com
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Post by Rattles on Sept 29, 2011 14:56:48 GMT 10
The attachment is corrupt use E-Mail
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Post by Rattles on Sept 29, 2011 15:18:16 GMT 10
The attachment is corrupt use E-Mail
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Post by Rattles on Sept 29, 2011 15:29:48 GMT 10
The attachment is corrupt use E-Mail
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Post by Rattles on Sept 29, 2011 15:49:52 GMT 10
The attachment is corrupt use E-Mail
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I will send all parts in one file
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Post by Rattles on Sept 29, 2011 15:50:36 GMT 10
The attachment is corrupt use E-Mail
E-Mail for PDF Copies at rattlesone@gmail.com
I will send all parts in one file
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Post by Rattles on Sept 29, 2011 15:51:18 GMT 10
The attachment is corrupt use E-Mail
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I will send all parts in one file
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Post by cobber on Nov 1, 2011 10:04:46 GMT 10
Three types of cookers found in Vintage Caravans.... if you're lucky  One fuelled by “Shellite” another by Methylated Spirit and one by Kerosene. Coleman Camp – Stove model 6 – J Directions..... courtesy of Don R.  The fuel used is “Shellite” basically …..petrol. You can see a “Material Safety Data Sheet” on it HERE.     And the quick reference guide   Maxie Methylated Spirit Stove (I also have one branded “ Carapark”.... same stove) Popular stove in Yachts and parts available from Maxco Industries.   Aladdin Kerosene Stove    Cobber. |
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Post by pcw on Feb 3, 2012 22:18:23 GMT 10
Hi there, very new here and sifting through these forums. Lots of great stuff.
I have been cleaning up our families old 1964 (?) Harris caravan. Hasn't been out of the shed in 25 years but is in great condition. I will get some pics up here soon.
My question is about a manual for the old electrolux fridge in the van ? Are they around ?
any help or pointing in a direction would be great
Thanks Peter.
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Post by cobber on Feb 4, 2012 11:24:05 GMT 10
G'day pcw,
Without knowing exactly what model you have this is the best I can find.
The principal for most gas/electric fridges is the same.
On older model Electrolux instead of pushing a knob in to get gas flowing you pulled the knob out.... and held it out while continually pushing the Piezo lighter.
Dometic Ignition Systems - Piezo or Electronic ignitor
All Dometic camping, caravan and free standing gas fridges come with either Piezo ignition or Electronic ignition.
Piezo Ignition
The Piezo ignitor is a manual "push button" ignition. There is less to go wrong with Piezo ignitor as there are no electrics. Fridges with Piezo ignitor's are cheaper than there Electronic ignition equivalents.
Electronic Ignition (Useful when using gas)
The Electronic ignition system is connected to a 12 volt supply. This is easier to light than the Piezo ignition system. If the gas pilot light goes out you will hear a clicking noise which means the electronic ignition is trying to re-light the pilot light. Once the pilot light has lit the clicking noise will stop.
2 advantages with this system
If the pilot light goes out, it will automatically relight.
If the gas runs out, you will hear a clicking noise as it attempts to try to re alight.
Igniting a Dometic gas fridge
Electronic Ignition
Open gas cylinder or pressure regulating valve
Turn on Electronic ignitor switch
Turn gas control knob to the MAX position, press and hold down
After ignition, hold down knob for a further 15 seconds before releasing. The neon light will stop flashing
Piezo Ignition
Open gas cylinder or pressure regulating valve
Turn gas control knob to the MAX position, press and hold down
After approximately 10-15 seconds
press Piezo knob several times until pilot light a lit
After ignition, hold down knob for a further 15 seconds before releasing.
Check the Pilot light is alight
The flame can be controlled by aperture ©
Should no ignition occur, repeat the ignition process after 1 minute
(This could take longer than 10 seconds if the unit has been out of operation for a prolonged period or after replacing the gas cylinder. (Cause: air in the lines)
Once sufficient refrigeration has been obtained in the cooling tank at the MAX position, the control knob should be turned to the MIN position by low outside temperatures or when the refrigerator is only lightly loaded respectively the ambient temperature is below +18c in order to avoid over freezing the contents
Cobber.
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Post by Don Ricardo on Feb 4, 2012 13:03:16 GMT 10
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Post by Rattles on Oct 14, 2012 13:02:10 GMT 10
Owners Manual for Siber S230T. (2 Door Gas Electric Fridge from a 1980 Viscount)
The attachment is corrupt use E-Mail
E-Mail for PDF Copies at rattlesone@gmail.com
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Post by cobber on Jan 5, 2013 11:12:36 GMT 10
Nick ozziestirling asked the question on another thread.... Hi everyone, I had an Electrolux MB16b fridge in my Stirling caravan, made in England. Trouble is, I have no idea how to light it. It has a kerosene wick underneath it. I have spoken to previous owner who says it was checked by a gas-fitter and works well. It has its own isolation gas switch. Can anyone help with the following: 1) Do I light the wick itself with matches and then slide it in underneath along its rail? There is no Piezo ignition or other form of sparker. 2) Do I then leave the wick burning while the fridge is running? 3) I would have no show of getting a replacement wick, so does anyone know how I would go about making a new wick, and with what material? Thanks so much in advance. Nick. Read more: vintagecaravans.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=technicalstuffboard&action=display&thread=11262#ixzz2H3b1Yf8k........................................................................................................................ The answers came from The old classiccar.co.uk forum in the UK......which I reproduce, acknowledging the source but..... without their consent, but in the spirit of sharing knowledge about old caravans The first reply from "mistericeman" gave a link to a site all about "Kerosene operated absorption refrigerators". (Good stuff here) www.path.org/vaccineresources/files/WHORefrigModules/Kerosene_Operated_Absorption_Ref.pdfThe next reply from Darren7303 I have the same fridge, so can answer most of your questions.
Leave the temperature control inside the fridge at the 0 position. Dip the wick in Meths and light it, slide along the rail, or next to it - it has been know to get stuck on the rail. Push and hold in the red push button at the base of the fridge. Once the jet as lit keep the red button pressed in for about 5 - 10 seconds. Remove the wick and extinguish it. Adjust the temperature control inside the fridge depending on how cold you want it - probably 10 for your summers and 9 for your winters
It took me a couple of attempts to light it, knowing where to hold the wick, its now first time everytime.
To turn the fridge off use the isolator tap.
I wouldn't know what to replace the wick material with. Do you have Tilley lights in Australia? You could always buy one of the preheating torches and use the material from that
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Post by sandsoftime on Feb 28, 2013 20:08:37 GMT 10
This is my first post on the forum and I want to thank you for the information on the Electrolux; I recently bought a 1969 Harris 12 foot van and it still has an Electrolux gas-only fridge and I wanted to be sure of how to light it before blowing myself to kingdom come. Mine is an LB 16b and doesn't have the red button mentioned in the English info but the wick on a sliding groove is there so sounds like a very similar model. Cheers  |
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Post by mikeoz22 on Dec 11, 2013 16:28:33 GMT 10
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Post by JBJ on Dec 11, 2013 18:48:46 GMT 10
Thanks Mike,
Thats the fridge we have in our Olympic, so I will download & print a copy, & keep in the van.
Its great to find details like this on this Forum.
I know the Forum is very quiet compared to what it was a few years ago, but people doing what you have done generate a bit of life back into it.
JBJ
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Post by griffin on Dec 11, 2013 20:51:10 GMT 10
Ditto Mike
Good to have some useful info, our Olympic has a Chescold, but some of the tips in your instructions might help get my gas operation back on track.
George
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Post by dave79au on Dec 14, 2013 18:30:07 GMT 10
I know this might be a big ask but would anyone out there have a owners manual for 1969 model viscount ambassador 15 foot
thankyou for your time
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Post by mikeoz22 on Jun 3, 2014 17:54:32 GMT 10
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Post by granade on Apr 19, 2016 10:07:31 GMT 10
anyway of finding the amps p/hr usage??? on an electrolux RM210 3 way fridge?
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Post by Rattles on Apr 19, 2016 14:39:00 GMT 10
The replacement Element for 240v 95 Watt which is .39A
It appears the 12v Element is also 95/96Watts which is 8Amps From RM212 User Manual
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Post by Gypsy 10 on Apr 22, 2016 15:31:47 GMT 10
Can anyone help with a copy of a Electrolux RAM 10B 3 way fridge manual/s?
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