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Service Manual
Gas/Electric Refrigerators

MODELS
N61X/N81X
N62X/N82X
N64X/N84X
N64XIM/N84XIM
N64X.3/N84X.3

WARNING

DO NOT install this refrigerator in below deck marine applications. Do not
install this refrigerator in fixed indoor cabin or other dwelling applications. This
refrigerator must use only NORCOLD designed and approved outside air intake and exhaust ventilation for correct and safe operation. Any other ventilation could cause lethal combustion exhaust fumes and or/explosive propane
gas fumes to be in the living area and/or below deck.

Publication No. 619394E (01-28-04)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ------------------------------------------------------ 1
About this Manual ................................................................. 1
Model Identification ............................................................... 1
Information Label .................................................................. 1
Cooling Unit Serial Number .................................................. 1
Certification and Code Requirements .................................. 1
About Installation .................................................................. 1
Replacement Parts ............................................................... 1
Technical Assistance ............................................................. 1

Safety Awareness --------------------------------------------- 3
Safety Notice ......................................................................... 3
Attention Statements ............................................................. 3
Safety Statements ................................................................. 3

Specifications --------------------------------------------------- 4
N61X/N81X Models .............................................................. 4
N62X/N82X Models .............................................................. 5
N64X/N64X.3/N84X/N84X.3 Models .................................... 6

Troubleshooting – Quick Reference Guide ----------- 7
N61X/N81X Displayed Fault Codes ---------------------- 8
N62X/N82X Displayed Fault Codes ---------------------- 9
N64X/N84X Displayed Fault Codes --------------------- 10
Troubleshooting Flowcharts ------------------------------ 11
Blank Display – Refrigerator does not turn on ................... 11
F/no FL Fault Code – Burner failed to ignite or reignite ..... 12
S/Sr Fault Code – Flame sense circuit failure .................... 13
dc LO Fault Code – Low DC voltage .................................. 13
dc HI Fault Code – DC voltage high ................................... 14
dc rE Fault Code – DC relay stuck closed ......................... 14
dc HE Fault Code – DC heater failed open ........................ 15
A/no AC Fault Code – No AC power available ................... 16
r/AC rE Fault Code – AC relay stuck closed ...................... 16
AC HI Fault Code – AC voltage high .................................. 17
AC LO Fault Code – AC voltage low .................................. 17
H/AC HE Fault Code – AC heater failed open ................... 18
Food Compartment Lamp Switch ....................................... 19
Lamp Switch Operation ..................................................... 19
d/dr Fault Code – Door open for more than 2 minutes ...... 19
Lamp Switch Testing Procedure ....................................... 19
Thermistor Failure Fault – Controls in backup operating
system mode ....................................................................... 20
Backup Operating System (BOS) ....................................... 20
N61X/N81X Backup Operation. ........................................ 20
N62X/N82XN64X/N84X Backup Operation ...................... 20
Power Board Resetting Procedure ..................................... 21
n/no co Fault Code – No cooling detected by the controls 21

Ventilation ------------------------------------------------------- 22
Roof Exhaust Venting ......................................................... 22
Air Intake Vent ..................................................................... 22
Roof Exhaust Vent .............................................................. 22
Baffles ................................................................................. 23
Vertical Angled Baffles ...................................................... 23
Double Sidewall Venting ..................................................... 24
Air Intake Vent ................................................................... 24
Sidewall Exhaust Vent ...................................................... 24

LP Gas System ------------------------------------------------ 27
Pressure Requirements ...................................................... 27
Testing for LP Gas Leaks ................................................... 27
Components ........................................................................ 28
Solenoid Gas Valves ......................................................... 28
New Style Solenoid Gas Valve ......................................... 28
Old Style Solenoid Gas Valve ........................................... 28
Solenoid Gas Valve Connections ..................................... 28

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Orifice ................................................................................ 29
Burner ................................................................................ 29
Burner Tube ...................................................................... 29
Flue ................................................................................... 30
Heat Deflector ................................................................... 30
Flue Baffle ......................................................................... 30
Flame Appearance .............................................................. 30
Burner Cleaning Procedure ................................................ 31

Electrical Requirements and Components ----------- 33
DC Voltage Requirements and Polarity .............................. 33
Power Board DC Fuse ...................................................... 33
DC Power Wiring Requirements ......................................... 33
2-Way Models ................................................................... 33
3-Way Models ................................................................... 33
AC/DC Converter as Power Source ................................... 33
DC Heater–3-Way Refrigerators Only .............................. 33
DC Heater Circuit Fuse ..................................................... 33
Lamp Assembly ................................................................. 34
Divider Heater ................................................................... 34
AC Heater ......................................................................... 34
AC Power Requirements .................................................... 34
AC Heater Fuse ................................................................ 34
AC Power Cord ................................................................. 35
Power Cord for Ice Maker Units ........................................ 35
12 Vdc Ventilation Fan ........................................................ 35

Cooling Unit ---------------------------------------------------- 37
Description .......................................................................... 37
Heat Absorption ................................................................ 37
Leveled Operation ............................................................. 37
Gradual Decrease in Cooling Efficiency ............................. 37
Cooling System Monitoring ................................................. 37
First "No Cooling" Fault Occurrence ................................. 37
Two Recorded "No Cooling" Fault Occurrences .............. 37
Troubleshooting Cooling Faults .......................................... 38
Poor or No Cooling on AC Mode ...................................... 38
Poor or No Cooling on LP Gas Mode ............................... 38
Poor or No Cooling on DC Mode – 3-Way Models ........... 38
Refrigerant Leakage ........................................................... 38
Disposal of Cooling Unit ..................................................... 38
Cooling System Diagnostic Flowchart ................................ 39
Replacing the Cooling Unit ................................................. 41
Removing the Refrigerator from the Enclosure ................ 41
Removal of Cooling Unit ................................................... 42
Installation of Replacement Cooling Unit ........................ 42
Reinstallation of Refrigerator into Enclosure .................... 44

Electronic Components ------------------------------------ 45
Power Board ....................................................................... 45
Removal–Power Board ..................................................... 45
Installation–Power Board .................................................. 46
Optical Control Assembly ................................................... 46
N61X/N81X Wiring Schematic ............................................ 47
N61X/N81X Wiring Pictorial ................................................ 47
N62X/N82X/N64X/N84X/N64X.3/N84X.3 Wiring Pictorial –
Units with serial number 851759 and higher ..................... 48
N62X/N82X/N64X/N84X/N64X.3/N84X.3 Wiring Schematic –
Units with serial number 851759 and higher ..................... 48
N62X/N82X/N64X/N84X/N64X.3/N84X.3 Wiring Pictorial –
Units with serial number lower than 851759 ...................... 49
N62X/N82X/N64X/N84X/N64X.3/N84X.3 Wiring Schematic –
Units with serial number lower than 851759 ...................... 50

Controls ---------------------------------------------------------- 51
N61X/N81X Optical Control Assembly ............................... 51
Front Box ........................................................................... 51
Removal and Installation of Optical Control Assembly. .... 51
Modes of Operation ............................................................ 52

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AUTO Mode ...................................................................... 52
No AC Power ..................................................................... 52
AC Power Restored .......................................................... 52
No AC and No Flame ........................................................ 52
GAS Mode ......................................................................... 52
No Flame ........................................................................... 52
Backup Operating System .................................................. 52
“Gas Lock-Out” ................................................................... 52
N62X/N82X Optical Control Assembly ............................... 53
Front Box ........................................................................... 53
Removal and Installation of Optical Control Assembly ..... 53
Modes of Operation ............................................................ 54
AUTO Mode ...................................................................... 54
AUTO AC Operation ......................................................... 54
AUTO LP Gas Operation .................................................. 54
Shift from AUTO LP GAS to AUTO AC ............................. 54
No AC Power and No Flame ............................................. 54
Troubleshooting a "F"/"no" "FL" and "A"/"no" "AC" Faults 54
AC-Manual Mode .............................................................. 54
LP Gas–Manual Mode ...................................................... 54
No AC Power or Loss of AC Power .................................. 55
Troubleshooting a "A"/"no" "AC" Fault .............................. 55
AC Power Restored .......................................................... 55
Flame Fails to Ignite or Flame Goes Out ......................... 55
Clearing "Gas Lock-Out" ................................................... 55
Troubleshooting a "F"/"no" "FL" Fault ............................... 55
N64X/N84X Optical Control Assembly ............................... 56
Front Box ........................................................................... 56
Removal and Installation of Optical Control Assembly ..... 56
Modes of Operation ............................................................ 57
AUTO ................................................................................ 57
AUTO AC Operation ......................................................... 57
AUTO LP Operation .......................................................... 57
Shift from AUTO LP GAS to AUTO AC ............................. 57
No AC Power and No Flame ............................................. 57
Shift from AUTO LP GAS to AUTO AC ............................. 57
Troubleshooting No Flame and No AC Faults .................. 57
AUTO DC Operation – 3-Way Units Only ......................... 58
AC-Manual Mode ................................................................ 58
No AC Power or Loss of AC Power .................................. 58
AC Power Restored .......................................................... 58
Troubleshooting "no" "AC" Fault ....................................... 58
LP-Manual Mode ................................................................. 59
Flame Fails to Ignite or Flame Goes Out ......................... 59
DC-Manual Mode ................................................................ 59
No DC Power to DC Heater Circuit .................................. 59

Low Ice Yield ....................................................................... 69
Water Valve Operation Test ................................................ 69
Water Valve Solenoid Resistance ...................................... 69
Mold Heater Resistance Check .......................................... 70
Checking Voltage at Motor Terminals ................................. 70
Winterizing the Ice Maker Water ........................................ 70
N64X IM/N84XIM – Wiring Pictorial for Ice Maker Wired to
Refrigerator AC Cord .......................................................... 70
N64X IM/N84XIM – Wiring Schematic for Ice Maker Wired to
Refrigerator AC Cord .......................................................... 70
N64X IM/N84XIM – Wiring Schematic for Ice Maker Wired to
White AC Power Cord ......................................................... 72
N64X IM/N84XIM – Wiring Pictorial for Ice Maker Wired to
White AC Power Cord ......................................................... 72

Diagnostic Mode — Models N62X/N82X -------------- 60
Diagnostic Mode ................................................................. 60
Accessing the Diagnostic Mode ....................................... 60
Changing Screens ............................................................ 60
Exiting the Diagnostic Mode ............................................. 60
Screens and Diagnostic Segments Information ............... 61

Diagnostic Mode — Models N64X/N84X -------------- 63
Diagnostic Mode ................................................................. 63
Accessing the Diagnostic Mode ....................................... 63
Changing Screens ............................................................ 63
Exiting the Diagnostic Mode ............................................. 63
Screens and Diagnostic Segments Information ................. 64

Ice Maker -------------------------------------------------------- 66
Wire Harness ...................................................................... 66
Fill Tube .............................................................................. 66
Water Valve ......................................................................... 66
Specifications ...................................................................... 66
Replacing the Ice maker ..................................................... 67
Ice Maker Troubleshooting Chart ....................................... 67
Cycle Test ........................................................................... 68
Water Fill Adjustment .......................................................... 69

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INTRODUCTION
About this Manual

Certification and Code Requirements

This service manual provides maintenance, diagnostic,
and repair information for NORCOLD® models N6XX
and N8XX (N6XX/N8XX) gas absorption refrigerators. It
is a reference tool designed for technicians who are
knowledgeable in the theory and operation of gas/
electric absorption refrigerators, liquefied petroleum
(LP) gas–propane–systems, and AC/DC electrical
systems as installed in a variety of recreational
vehicles (RV).

NORCOLD® N6XX/N8XX gas/electric absorption
refrigerators are certified under the latest edition of
ANSI Z21.19B standards for installation in mobile
homes or recreational vehicles, and with the Canadian
Standards Association CAN/CGA-1.4-M94.

All information, illustrations, and specifications
contained in this publication are based on the latest
product information available at the time of publication.
NORCOLD® reserves the right to make changes at any
time without notice.

Refrigerator installation must conform with the N6XX/
N8XX Installation Manual for the NORCOLD® limited
warranty to be in effect. Installation must also comply
with applicable local codes and standards set by the
cognizant certification agency.

Model Identification

Replacement Parts

Models N61X, N81X, N62X, N82X, N64X, and N84X are
2-way refrigerators that operate on AC power or LP
gas.
Models N64X.3 and N84X.3 are 3-way refrigerators,
that operate on AC power, LP gas, or DC power.
Letter(s) appended to the model number identify
factory installed accessories. For example, an N821F
is a 2-way refrigerator equipped with a factory installed
12 Vdc cooling unit ventilation fan; an N641IM is a 2way refrigerator equipped with an ice maker.

Information Label
The information label is located in the upper right
corner of the fresh food compartment just below the
divider. See Figure 1, page 2. The label provides the
following information:
n
n
n
n
n
n
n
n

Serial number.
Model number.
LP gas (propane) pressure.
Btu/h.
AC voltage and amperage.
DC voltage and amperage.
Design certification.
Vent kit requirement.

Electrical components are

compliant.

About Installation

Use only authorized NORCOLD® replacement parts.
Generic parts do not meet NORCOLD® specifications
for safety, reliability, and performance. The use of
unauthorized aftermarket or generic replacement parts
voids the refrigerator's limited warranty coverage.

Technical Assistance
If unable to resolve technical issues using the
information provided in this manual, technical support
is available through NORCOLD® Customer Service
Center:

' Telephone: .................................... 1-800-444-7210.
7 Fax: .............................................. 1-937-497-3183.
; World Wide Web: ...................... www.norcold.com.
The following information is required to process
technical support requests:
n
n
n

Model number.
Serial number.
Make, model, and year of recreational vehicle.

Cooling Unit Serial Number
The cooling unit serial number appears on the cooling
unit bar code label. The label is affixed to the surface
of the cooling unit leveling chamber. See Figure 2,
page 2.

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Figure 1. Refrigerator Information Label Location.

Figure 2. Cooling Unit Bar Code Label Location.

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SAFETY AWARENESS
Safety Notice
It is not possible to anticipate all of the conceivable
ways or conditions under which the refrigerator may be
serviced or to provide cautions as to all of the possible
hazards that may result. Standard and accepted safety
precautions and equipment should be used when
working on electrical circuits and handling toxic or
flammable materials. Safety goggles and other
required protection should be used during any process
that can cause material removal, such as when
removing a leaking cooling unit and cleaning
components.

The safety alert symbol with the appropriate heading
appear on all safety labels posted on the refrigerator
and safety awareness notices presented throughout
this manual.

Attention Statements
The safety alert symbol followed by the word
WARNING or CAUTION identifies potential safety
hazards or conditions.

Safety Statements
Do not modify, alter, or equip the refrigerator to the
use of any other fuel (natural gas, butane, etc.). N6XX/
N8XX refrigerators are designed and equipped for the
use of LP gas–propane gas–only.

Incorrect

installation, adjustment, alteration, or
maintenance of the refrigerator can cause personal
injury, property damage, or both.

Do not smoke, light fires, or create sparks when
working on the propane gas system.

Do not use an open flame for leak testing any of the
propane gas system components. Propane gas is
highly flammable and explosive.

Always

use two wrenches to tighten or loosen LP gas
connections. Damaged connections, piping, and
components create the potential for gas leaks.

All

electrical connections and repairs to the
refrigerator must comply with all applicable codes.
Refer to the certification and code requirements
section of the N6XX/N8XX Installation Manual.

Do not work on live electrical circuits. Turn off AC
power and DC power sources before attempting to
remove, service, or repair any of the refrigerator's
electrical or electronic components.

Do not modify, bypass, or eliminate any of the
refrigerator's electrical components, electronic circuits,
or propane gas system components.

Do not wet or spray liquids on or near electrical
connections or electronic components. Most liquids,
including leak detection solutions, are electrically
conductive and pose the potential for an electric shock
hazard, short electrical components, damage
electronic circuits, and/or ignite a fire.

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WARNING:

The above heading identifies hazards or conditions,
which if ignored can cause serious injury, death, and/
or extensive property damage.

CAUTION:

The above heading identifies hazards, which if ignored
can cause injury and/or property damage.

not use leak test solutions that contain ammonia
or chlorine. Ammonia and chlorine degrade copper and
brass components.

The

cooling unit is a sealed system under
pressure! Do not try to repair or recharge the cooling
unit. Do not bend, drop, weld, drill, puncture, saw, or
strike the cooling unit.

Handle

a leaking cooling unit with extreme
caution! The cooling unit contains ammonia,
hydrogen, and sodium chromate. Ammonia can cause
severe skin and eye burns. Hydrogen is highly
flammable, can ignite and burns with an intense flame.
Certain chromium compounds, such as sodium
chromate, are carcinogenic.

Do not use extension cords. Do not remove the
grounding prong from the refrigerator AC power cord.
Do not use a two prong adapter to connect the
refrigerator to the AC outlet.

Do not

over-fuse electrical circuits. Use specified
fuses and AWG wire sizes. The specification section
of this manual provides fuse size information. Refer to
the N6XX/8XX Installation Manual for the correct AWG
wire size specifications.

Prevent

child entrapment! Before disposing of the
refrigerator, remove all doors and fasten all shelves
with retainers.

Some of the refrigerator's metal components have
sharp corners and edges. Wear hand protection, such
as cut resistant gloves, and exercise extreme care
when handling the refrigerator.

Make sure all hardware such as hinges and fasteners
(retaining screws, etc.), are properly fastened.

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SPECIFICATIONS
N61X/N81X Models

Storage volume
N61X --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6.3 ft3.
N81X --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7.5 ft3.
Rough opening dimensions (H x W x D)
N61X ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 52 7/8 in. x 23 1/2 in. x 24 in.
N81X ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 59 7/8 in. x 23 1/2 in. x 24 in.
Decorative panels dimensions
Thickness --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3/16 in.
Freezer door (H x W, both models) --------------------------------------------------------------------- 14 17/32 in. x 21 19/32 in.
Fresh food compartment (H x W)
N61X ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 31 5/8 in. x 21 19/32 in.
N81X ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 38 5/8 in. x 21 19/32 in.
Controls
Type ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Electronic with built-in diagnostics
Mode selector switch ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 3-position slide type
Temperature switch --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-position slide type
Temperature settings ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1=cold, 5=coldest
Temperature sensor ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thermistor, fin mounted (10th fin)
Off-level operating limits
Side-to-side ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3 degrees-maximum
Front-to-back ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6 degrees-maximum
DC power
Controls operating voltage ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10.5 to 15.4 Vdc
Fuse, control circuit (F1 in power board) -------------------------------------------- 5 A (tan color), automotive blade type
Fuse, fan (N6XXF/N8XX F models with an in-line fuse) --------------------- 1 A, 1/4 in. x 1 1/4 in. AGC type fast acting
DC amperage draws (at nominal 12 Vdc)
Automatic ignition ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.50 A
Divider heater ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.25 A
Fresh food compartment lamp ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.46 A
Gas valve --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.146 A
Fan (N6XX/FN8XXF models only) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.36 A
AC power
AC heater operating voltage ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 108 to 132 Vac
Fuse, AC heater circuit (F3 in power board) ---------------------------------- 5 A, 1/4 in. x 1 1/4 in. AGC type fast acting
AC heater rating ------------------------------------------------------------------ 300 W/2.5 A @ 120 Vac (resistance of 48Ω)
LP gas (propane)
Operating pressure ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10.5 to 11.5 in. w.c.
Heat output -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1500 Btu/h @ 11 in. w.c.
Orifice ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- LP16
Gas ignition ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Automatic with flame sensing circuit
Electrode tip-to-burner air gap ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1/8 to 3/16 in.

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Storage volume
N62X --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6.3 ft3.
N82X --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7.5 ft3.
Rough opening dimensions (H x W x D)
N62X ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 52 7/8 in. x 23 1/2 in. x 24 in.
N82X ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 59 7/8 in. x 23 1/2 in. x 24 in.
Decorative panels dimensions
Thickness --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3/16 in.
Freezer door (H x W, both models) --------------------------------------------------------------------- 14 17/32 in. x 21 19/32 in.
Fresh food compartment door
N62X -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 31 5/8 in. x 21 19/32 in.
N82X -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 38 5/8 in. x 21 19/32 in.
Controls
Type --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Electronic with built-in diagnostic mode
ON/OFF/MODE/TEMP SET switches ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Flush push-button
Temperature settings ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1=cold, 9=coldest
Temperature sensor ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thermistor, fin mounted (10th fin)
Off-level operating limits
Side-to-side ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3 degrees-maximum
Front-to-back ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6 degrees-maximum
DC power
Controls operating voltage ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10.5 to 15.4 Vdc
Fuse, control circuit (F1 in power board) -------------------------------------------- 5 A (tan color), automotive blade type
Fuse, fan (N6XXF/N8XX F models with in-line fuse) ------------------------- 1 A, 1/4 in. x 1 1/4 in. AGC type fast acting
DC amperage draws (at nominal 12 Vdc)
Automatic ignition ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.50 A
Divider heater ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.25 A
Fresh food compartment lamp ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.46 A
Gas valve --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.146 A
Fan (N6XX/FN8XXF models only) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.36 A
AC power
AC heater operating voltage ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 108 to 132 Vac
Fuse AC heater circuit (F3 in power board) ----------------------------------- 5 A, 1/4 in. x 1 1/4 in. AGC type fast acting
AC heater rating
Refrigerators with serial number lower than 854647 ----------------- 300 W/2.7 A @ 110 Vac (resistance of 41.25 Ω)
Refrigerators with serial number 854647 and higher --------- 300 W/2.5 A/48 Ω @ 120 Vac (resistance of 41.25 Ω)
LP gas (propane)
Operating pressure ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10.5 to 11.5 in. w.c.
Heat input ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1500 Btu/h @ 11 in. w.c.
Orifice, new style -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- LP16
Orifice, old style ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.155 jeweled
Gas ignition ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Automatic with flame sensing circuit
Electrode tip-to-burner air gap --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1/8 to 3/16 in.

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N64X/N64X.3/N84X/N84X.3 Models
Storage volume
N64X/N64X.3 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6.3 ft3.
N84X/N84X.3 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7.5 ft3.
Rough opening dimensions (H x W x D)
N64X/N64X.3 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 52 7/8 in. x 23 1/2 in. x 24 in.
N84X/N84X.3 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 59 7/8 in. x 23 1/2 in. x 24 in.
Decorative panels dimensions
Thickness --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3/16 in.
Freezer door (H x W, both models) --------------------------------------------------------------------- 14 17/32 in. x 21 19/32 in.
Fresh food compartment door
N64X/N64X.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 31 5/8 in. x 21 19/32 in.
N84X/N84X.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 38 5/8 in. x 21 19/32 in.
Controls
Type ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Electronic with built-in diagnostic function
ON/OFF/MODE/TEMP SET switches ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Raised push-button
Temperature settings ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1=cold, 9=coldest
Temperature sensor ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thermistor, fin mounted (10th fin)
Off-level operating limits
Side-to-side ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3 degrees-maximum
Front-to-back ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6 degrees-maximum
DC power
Controls operating voltage ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10.5 to 15.4 Vdc
DC fuse (F1 in power board) ------------------------------------------------------------ 5 A (tan color), automotive blade type
DC heater rating ----------------------------------------------------------------- 225 W/16 A @ 14 Vdc (resistance of 0.87 Ω)
DC heater operating voltage (3-way models only) ------------------------------------------------------------------ 12 – 14 Vdc
Fuse, DC heater (F2, in power board) ------------------------------------------- 30 A (green color), automotive blade type
Fuse, fan (N6XXFw/N8XX F models with in-line fuse holder) -------------- 1 A, 1/4 in. x 1 1/4 in. AGC type fast acting
DC amp draws (at nominal 12 Vdc)
Automatic ignition ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.50 A
DC heater --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13.79 A @ 12 Vdc/16 A @ 14 Vdc
Divider heater ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.25 A
Fresh food compartment lamp ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.46 A
Gas valve --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.146 A
Fan (N6XX/FN8XXF models only) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.36 A
AC power
AC heater operating voltage requirements ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 108 to 132 Vac
Fuse AC heater circuit (F3 in power board) ------------------------------------ 5 A, 1/4in. x 1 1/4 in. AGC type fast acting
AC heater rating
Refrigerators with serial number lower than 854647 ----------------- 300 W/2.7 A @ 110 Vac (resistance of 41.25 Ω)
Refrigerators with serial number 854647 and higher -------------------- 300 W/2.5 A @ 120 Vac (resistance of 48 Ω)
LP gas (propane)
Operating pressure ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10.5 to 11.5 in. w.c
Heat input -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1500 Btu/h @ 11 in. w.c
Orifice, new style -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- LP16
Orifice, old style ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0.155 jeweled
Gas ignition ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Automatic with flame sensing circuit
Electrode tip-to-burner air gap --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1/8 to 3/16 in.

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TROUBLESHOOTING – QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Problem

Possible Cause

Checks/Reference

The refrigerator does not turn ON.

No 12 Vdc power to refrigerator.
Faulty/loose 12 Vdc connections.
F1 fuse in power board open.

See page 11.
Check 12 Vdc connections.
Check fuse F1, (5 amp) in power board.

The refrigerator does not cool on
AC power.

No AC power to refrigerator.
F3 fuse in the power board open.
AC heater failed open.

See page 16.
Check fuse F3, (5 amp) in power board.
See page 18.

The refrigerator does not cool
efficiently on AC power.

Ventilation obstructed.
AC voltage low.

Check enclosure for air flow obstructions.
See page 17.

F2 fuse in power board open.
DC heater failed open.

Check fuse F2 (30 amp) in power board.
See page 15.

The refrigerator does not cool
efficiently on DC power.

Ventilation obstructed.
DC voltage below 12 volts.

Check enclosure for obstructed air flow.
Check RV 12 Vdc power supply.

The refrigerator does not operate
on LP gas.

No LP gas.
Incorrect electrode tip-to-burner gap.
Faulty spark/sense electrode assembly.
Flame sensing circuit failure.

Check LP gas supply and valves.
See page 12.
See page 12.
See page 13.

The refrigerator does not
cool efficiently on LP gas.

Ventilation obstructed.
Incorrect LP gas pressure.
Dirty burner.
Missing flue baffle.
Heat deflector blocked.

Check enclosure for obstructed air flow.
See page 12.
See page 12.
See page 30.
See page 30.

Poor ventilation.
Off-level operation.
DIrty burner.
Low AC voltage.
Cooling fan inoperative.
Improper installation.
Incorrect orifice.

Check enclosure for obstructed air flow.
See page 37.
See page 31.
See page 34.
See page 35.
See pages 22-26.
See page 29.

3-Way Units Only
The refrigerator does not cool on
DC power.

3-Way Units Only

"no" "co" code.

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N61X/N81X DISPLAYED FAULT CODES
Problem

Probable Cause

Reference

ON LED off.

Refrigerator turned off.
No 12 Vdc to refrigerator.
F1 fuse open.

ON LED and GAS LED flashing at one second
intervals.

In AUTO operation:
No AC power or LP gas available

See page 16.

GAS operation:
Burner failed to ignite or reignite.

See page 12.

ON LED on.
GAS LED flashes at one second intervals.

"Gas lock-out."
Burner failed to ignite or reignite.

See page 12.

ON LED flashes once every three seconds.

Back-up system operation.

See page 20.

ON LED flashes twice every three seconds.

Mode switch failure. Refrigerator
operating in last selected mode.

Replace optical
control assembly.

ON LED flashes three times every three
seconds.

AC heater failure.

See page 18.

ON LED flashes four times every three seconds.

Controls failure.

Replace
power board.

ON LED flashes five times every three seconds.

No cooling detected by the controls.

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See pages
21 & 37.

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N62X/N82X DISPLAYED FAULT CODES
Code
Blank
Display
Screen

Flashing
Temp
Setting

Probable Cause

Reference

Refrigerator turned off.
No 12 Vdc to refrigerator.
F1 fuse open.

See page 11.

Burner failed to ignite or reignite.

See page 12.

Flame sense circuit failure.

See page 13.

DC voltage low.

See page 13.

DC voltage high.

See page 14.

AC relay stuck closed.

See page 16.

No AC power available to refrigerator.
AC cord not plugged into power board.
F3 fuse open.

See page 16.

AC heater failed open.

See page 18.

Fresh food compartment door open more then 2 minutes.
Lamp reed relay switch faulty.

See page 19.

Back-up operating system.

See page 20.

No cooling detected by the controls.

See pages
21 & 37.

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N64X/N84X DISPLAYED FAULT CODES
Probable Cause

Code
Blank
Display
Screen
Alternating

D isplay

Reference

Refrigerator turned off.
No 12 Vdc to refrigerator.
F1 fuse open.

See page 11.

The burner failed to ignite or reignite.

See page 12.

Flame sense circuit failure.

See page 13.

DC voltage low.

See page 13.

DC relay stuck closed, 3-way models only.

See page 14.

DC voltage high.

See page 14.

DC heater failure, 3-way models only.

See page 15.

No AC power available to refrigerator.
AC cord not plugged into power board.
F3 fuse open.

See page 16.

AC relay stuck closed.

See page 16.

AC voltage low.

See page 17.

AC voltage high.

See page 17.

AC heater failed open.

See page 18.

Fresh food compartment door open more than 2 minutes.
Lamp reed relay switch faulty.

See page 19.

Back-up operating system.

See page 20.

No cooling detected by the controls.

See pages
21 & 37.

Audib

Alarm

Alarm
Alternating

Display
Alternating

Audib

Alarm

Display
Alternating

Audib

Alarm

Display
Alternating

Audib

Display

Alarm

Alternating

Audib

D isplay

Alarm

Alternating

Display

Alternating

Display
Alternating

Display

ble

Audi

ble

Audi

Alarm

Alarm
Flashing
Temp
Setting
Alternating

Display

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ble

Audi

Alarm

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Blank Display – Refrigerator does not turn on
Before beginning this procedure make sure:
■ The RV DC power system is supplying 10.5 to 15.4 volts to the refrigerator.
■ No other RV appliances or lighting circuits are connected to the refrigerator DC circuit.
■ 12 Vdc input to the power board is wired according to the N6XX/N8XX installation manual.
Models and fault indicator displayed.
Display
Screen

Blank
Display
Screen

N62X/N82X

N64X/N84X

AC Blank LP GAS

AUTO

GAS check if flashing

N61X/N81X
Measure voltage at power
board 12VDC and GND1
connections.

10.5
to
15.4 Vdc?

1. No DC power input from RV to unit.
2. Faulty wiring or connectors.

YES

Check condition of F1 fuse
in power board. See Figure A.

F1 fuse okay?

Replace fuse. Use a standard 5 amp
(tan color) automotive blade type fuse.

YES

Measure voltage at optical
control harness.
See Figure B.

Voltage
present?

Replace power board.

YES
Replace optical control board.

Wire harness optical
control display connector
Good= 00.0 Ω

White/violet wire

Bad = OL

White/red wire
10.5 to 15.4 Vdc

87 III TRUE RMS MULTIMETER

00.0
HOLD

RANGE

MIN MAX

87 III TRUE RMS MULTI METER

REL
4 1/2 DIGITS
1 Seconds

PEAK MIN MAX

V
mV
MIN MAX

RANGE

mA
A

HOLD

REL
4 1/2 DIGITS
1 Seconds

µA

PEAK MIN MAX

mV
mA
A

OFF
µA

OFF

mA µA

COM

mA µA

COM

10A MAX
FUSED

400mA MAX
FUSED

CAT II

1000V MAX

Checking DC fuse continuity.

Figure A.

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10A MAX

400mA MAX
FUSED

CAT II

1000V MAX

FUSED

Optical control display wire harness connection voltage measuring points.

Figure B.

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F/no FL Fault Code – Burner failed to ignite or reignite
Before beginning this procedure make sure:
■ RV LP gas tank valve is open.
■ Refrigerator solenoid gas valve manual shutoff is open.
■ LP gas pressure at the solenoid gas valve pressure tap is 10.5.

a
Altern ting

Models and fault indicator displayed.
ON
GAS

GAS LED
flashing
constantly

N61X/N81X

LP GAS

ible

Aud

AUTO

D is pl a y

N62X/N82X

N64X/N84X
Check burner.

Burner
clean?

Clean and service burner.
See page 30.

YES

Check that electrode tip-toburner air gap is correct.

Air gap
1/8 to 3/16
inch?

Set electrode-to-burner air gap
1/8 to 3/16 inch.

YES

Check spark/sense electrode
assembly for continuity.

Continuity?

Replace spark/sense electrode
assembly.

YES

Check gas valve solenoid
resistance.

79 to 85 Ω?

Replace gas valve.

YES

Check gas valve solenoid
wires for continuity.

Continuity?

Replace gas valve wires.

YES

Check voltage across power
board terminals GV and
GV GND.

Voltage?

YES

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Replace power board.

Faulty or obstructed gas valve.
Replace gas valve.

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S/Sr Fault Code – Flame sense circuit failure
Models and fault indicator displayed.
AC

LP GAS

AUTO

N62X/N82X

N64X/N84X

Flame sense circuit failure.
Replace power board.
See page 44.

dc LO Fault Code – Low DC voltage
Before beginning this procedure:
■ Make sure RV DC voltage to refrigerator is 10.5 to 15.4 volts.
■ Determine if the DC LO fault code displays when the converter is the source of DC power.
■ Make sure no other appliance or lighting circuit is connected to the refrigerator DC circuit.
Models and fault indicator displayed.

Alternating
D is l a y
p

ible

Aud

Al
ar
m

N64X/N84X
Check for DC voltage input
to power board terminals
12VDC and GND1.
Voltage
lower than
10.5 Vdc?

YES

Check RV 12 Vdc power supply to
refrigerator.

See NOTE below to determine
and correct low dc LO fault.

NOTE
Electronic controls operate on 12 Vdc. When an AC/DC converter is used to
supply DC power, the refrigerator circuit must be connected to the appliance
output terminals of the converter (filtered side).
If the refrigerator circuit is connected to the unfiltered side, the AC ripple
generated by the converter may cause a dc LO fault code to display.
To troubleshoot a dc LO fault, connect a charged 12 volt automotive battery
to the power board. If the dc LO code clears, the fault was caused by unfiltered
DC power.
If the dc LO code does not clear, replace the power board.

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dc HI Fault Code – DC voltage high
Before beginning this procedure:
■ Make sure RV DC voltage to refrigerator is 10.5 to 15.4 volts.
■ Determine if the DC HI fault code displays when the converter is the source of DC power.
Models and fault indicator displayed.
AC

LP GAS

Alternating

Aud

D is pl a y

Al
ar

AUTO

N62X/N82X

ible

N64X/N84X

Check for DC voltage input
to power board terminals
12VDC and GND1.
Voltage
higher than
15.4 Vdc?

YES

Check RV DC power distribution to
refrigerator.

See NOTE below to determine
and correct low dc HI fault.

NOTE
Electronic controls operate on 12 Vdc. When an AC/DC converter is used to
supply DC power, the refrigerator circuit must be connected to the appliance
output terminals of the converter (filtered side).
If the refrigerator circuit is connected to the unfiltered side, the AC ripple
generated by the converter may cause a dc HI fault code to display.
To troubleshoot a dc HI fault, connect a charged 12 volt automotive battery to
the power board. If the dc HI code clears, the fault was caused by unfiltered
DC power. If the dc HI code does not clear, replace the power board.

dc rE Fault Code – DC relay stuck closed
Models and fault indicator displayed
ible

Alternating

Aud

Display

Al
ar

N64X/N84X

DC relay stuck closed.
Replace power board.
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dc HE Fault Code – DC heater failed open
Before beginning this procedure make sure:
■ The RV DC electrical system is maintaining 10.5 to 15.4 Vdc to the refrigerator.
■ No other appliance or lighting circuit is connected to the refrigerator DC circuit.
Model and fault indicator displayed.

Alternating

D is pl a y

ible
Aud

N64X.3/N84X.3

Check condition of F2 fuse
in power board.

F2 fuse
okay?

Replace fuse. Use a standard 30 amp
(green color) automotive blade type fuse.

YES

Resistance
0.81 to 0.91 Ω?

Check DC heater resistance.
See Figure.

Replace DC heater.

YES
Replace power board.

Ω.
DC heater resistance 0.81 to 0.91Ω.

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A/no AC Fault Code – No AC power available
Before beginning this procedure make sure:
■ No other problem exist with the RV AC power supply.
■ No other appliances or lighting circuits are connected to the refrigerator AC circuit.
■ Extension cords are not being used to supply AC power to the refrigerator.
Models and fault indicator displayed.
ON
GAS check if flashing

a
Altern ting

AC
AUTO

LP GAS

Does not operate on AC when set to AUTO.

N61X/N81X

ible

Aud

Al
ar

D is pl a y

N62X/N82X

N64X/N84X

Measure voltage at power
board AC cord connection.
108
to
132 Vac?

1. Check AC power input from RV to unit.
2. Check for faulty AC power cord.

YES

Check condition of F3 fuse
in power board.

F3 fuse okay?

Replace fuse. Use a 5 amp, 1/4" x 11/4"
AGC type fuse.

YES

Check that fuse holder clips
are making full contact with
fuse.

Clips okay?

Adjust clips to ensure fuse contacts are
firm in clips and making full contact.

YES
Replace power board.

r/AC rE Fault Code – AC relay stuck closed
Models and fault indicator displayed.
Alternating

Aud

ible

LP GAS

AUTO
Display

N62X/N82X

N64X/N84X

Flame sense circuit failure.

Replace power board.
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AC LO Fault Code – AC voltage low
Before beginning this procedure:
■ Determine if a certain AC power source sets the AC LO fault code (generator, shore power, inverter).
■ Make sure no other appliance or lighting circuit is connected to the refrigerator AC circuit.
■ Make sure extension cords are not being used to supply AC power to the refrigerator.
Model and indicator displayed.

a
Altern ting

D is pl a y

ible

Aud

N64X/N84X

Measure voltage at power
board AC cord connection.
Voltage
lower than
108 Vac?

YES

Fault related to RV AC power distribution
component or circuit supplying AC power
to refrigerator.

Replace power board.

AC HI Fault Code – AC voltage high
Before beginning this procedure:
■ Determine if a certain AC power source sets the AC HI fault code (generator, shore power, inverter).

Model and indicator displayed.

Alternating

D is pl a y

ible
Aud

N64X/N84X
Measure voltage at power
board AC cord connection.
Voltage
higher than
132 Vac?

YES

Fault related to RV AC power distribution
component or circuit supplying AC power
to refrigerator.

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Replace power board.

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H/AC HE Fault Code – AC heater failed open
Before beginning this procedure make sure:
■ RV AC voltage to the refrigerator is 108 to 132 volts.
■ No other appliance or lighting circuit is connected to the refrigerator AC circuit.
Models and indicator displayed.

a
Altern ting
ON Flashing 3 times every 3 seconds
GAS

N61X/N81X

AC
AUTO

LP GAS
D is pl a y
N64X/N84X

N62X/N82X

ible

Aud

Check AC heater wires for
loose or damaged connector.
Heater
connections
okay?

Repair or replace connectors. If
connectors cannot be repaired,
replace heater.

YES

Check AC heater resistance.
See See Figure.

Resistance
38 to 53 Ω?

Replace AC heater.

YES
Replace power board.

AC heater resistance 38 to 53 Ω.

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d/dr Fault Code – Door open for more than 2 minutes
Before beginning this procedure make sure:
Light/thermistor connector and wire harness connector are fully engaged and locked.

■

Models and fault indicator displayed.
ible

AC
AUTO

Aud

LAP GAS
N64X/N84X

N62X/N82X

Al
ar

Check that the door latch
striker plate is adjusted
correctly.

Striker plate
okay?

Adjust striker plate.

YES

Check for correct door
installation. See NOTE below.

Was door
swing
changed?

YES

Test lamp switch operation. See switch
test procedure below.

Check for location of magnet if the door
swing was changed. See NOTE.

Move tip

Food Compartment Lamp Switch
The reed relay switch that turns the fresh food
compartment light on and off is an integral component
of the optical control display board circuitry.
Magnetic tip screwdriver

Lamp Switch Operation
The magnetic pull from a permanent magnet located
underneath the top door trim maintains the switch
contacts open (light off) when the door is fully closed.
Opening the door breaks the magnetic pull, which in
turn causes the switch contacts close (light on).

NOTE
Always follow the instructions provided in the Owner's
Manual to change the refrigerator door swing. The
bottom door trim does not have a magnet. Inverting
the doors will required non-approved modifications and
will cause the fresh food compartment light to remain
on when the door is closed.

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Lamp Switch Testing Procedure
1. Slide a magnetic screwdriver tip or a small magnet
on the underside of the optical control assembly
as shown in the figure above.
2. Check the food compartment light as the
screwdriver tip is moved under the display, the
light:
a. should turn off when the magnetic screwdriver tip
or magnet passes under the optical control
assembly.
b. turn on when the magnetic screwdriver tip or
magnet is distanced from the underside of the
optical control assembly.
3. If the light does not turn off when the magnet
passes under the optical control display, replace
the optical control display assembly.

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Thermistor Failure Fault – Controls in backup operating system mode
Before beginning this procedure:
■ Make sure lamp/thermistor assembly is connected to wire harness.
Models and fault indicator displayed.
ON Flashing once every 3 seconds
GAS

AC
AUTO

Temp
Setting

Temp
Setting
Flashing

LP GAS

Flashing

N61X/N81X
N62X/N82X

N64X/N84X

Check lamp/thermistor wire
assembly and connector for
dirty/broken connections.

Wires and
connector
good?

YES

Clean/repair terminals or connector as
required. See Figure A.

Check thermistor resistance.
See Figure B and procedure below.

Temperature*
(oF)
85
80
75
70
60
50
40
35
33
32
*Approximate Values

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HOLD

RANGE

MIN MAX

REL
4 1/2 DIGITS
1 Seconds

Lamp
Connection

PEAK MIN MAX

mV
mA
A

µA

OFF

mA µA

COM

10A MAX
FUSED

400mA MAX
FUSED

CAT II

1000V MAX

Thermistor
Connections

Thermistor

Figure A.

Thermistor packed in ice bath

Figure B.

Backup Operating System (BOS)
The backup operating system (BOS) is an
electronically controlled duty cycle that maintains the
refrigerator in operation if the thermistor is
disconnected or fails. The BOS maintains cooling by
timing the length of time the heat source is energized.
When the refrigerator is operating in BOS, the length
of the cooling cycle has to be regulated manually
using the TEMP switchbutton.
When a colder temperature is desired, changing the
temperature setting to a higher number provides
additional cooling by lengthening the cooling cycle.
For example, if the temperature setting is set to 5,
raising the setting to 6 will lengthen the cooling cycle.

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Resistance*
(k )
8.1– 9.0
9.1–10.0
10.1–11.0
11.1–12.0
12.1–13.0
15.5–16.5
22.5–23.5
24.5–25.5
28.5–29.5
30.0–32.0

When a warmer temperature is desired, changing the
temperature setting to a lower number shortens the
cooling cycle. For example, if the temperature setting
is set to 6, lowering the setting to 5 will shorten the
cooling cycle.
N61X/N81X Backup Operation.
When the N61X/N81X controls shift to BOS operation,
the ON LED (green) flashes once every three seconds.
N62X/N82XN64X/N84X Backup Operation
When the N62X/N82XN64X/N84X controls shift to BOS
operation, the temperature setting flashes for ten
seconds when the TEMP button is pressed. After ten
seconds, the selected operation mode indicator
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n/no co Fault Code – No cooling detected by the controls
Models and indicator displayed.

a
Altern ting
ON LED flashing
5 times every
GAS 3 seconds
ON

AC
AUTO

N61X/N81X

LP GAS
D is pl a y
N64X/N84X

N62X/N82X

Check for cooling at fin
assembly.
Cooling
detected?

ible

Aud

1. Check for ventilation obstructions
and leveled operation.
2. Reset power board as shown in
figure and described in procedure.
3. Allow unit to operate normally.

YES

Check for completion of
cooling cycle after resetting
power board.

"no" "co"
code shows
before cycle
end?

YES

Cooling unit is good. Recheck for
ventilation obstructions and leveled
operation.

1. Replace cooling unit if "no" "co" shows
before completing a full cooling cycle.
2. Reset power board as shown in
figure and described in procedure.

Power Board Resetting Procedure
1. Turn OFF the refrigerator.
2. Disconnect the following from power board:
a. 12 Vdc positive and negative wires.
b. AC power cord.
c. Solenoid gas valve wires.
d. Spark/sense electrode assembly wires.
3. Remove the power board cover.
4. Reconnect 12 Vdc positive and negative wire.
5. Turn ON the refrigerator.
Insulated wire jumper
6. Locate Pin 15 on 16 pin connector (P1). Pin 15 is
Pin 16
To pin 15
Ground Lug
White/violet wire
22 AWG with 1/2" long stripped ends
the empty socket to the right of the white/violet
wire on the top row. See Figure C.
Figure C. Resetting Power Board.
7. Using an insulated jumper wire, short Pin 15 to the
power board ground lug for 10 - 15 seconds. A click
10. Turn OFF the refrigerator.
sound will indicate when the controls are reset.
11. Disconnect the 12 Vdc power positive and negative
See Figure C.
wires from the power board.
NOTE
12. Install the power board cover.
13. Reconnect the following to the power board:
A jumper wire to short Pin 15 to ground can be made
a. Spark/sense electrode assembly wire.
from a six inch long insulated 22 AWG wire with a 1/2
inch of insulation stripped from each end.
b. Solenoid gas valve wires.
c. AC power cord.
d. 12 Vdc positive and negative wires from the
8. Turn OFF the refrigerator.
power board.
9. Turn ON refrigerator. If "n" or "no co" code
14.
Place
refrigerator in service.
displays, repeat steps 7 - 9.

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Errata Sheet, 01/16/04

VENTILATION
Roof Exhaust Venting
The space between the air intake vent and the rear of
the refrigerator must be kept clear at all times. Any
obstruction in this area may cause serious ventilation
problems. The air intake vent opening is also the
access for servicing cooling unit components.

NOTE
The general guidelines for intake vents and roof exhaust
vents presented in this section do not replace the
instructions and/or guidelines provided in the N6XX/
N8XX model refrigerator installation manual and the
Ventilation Guidelines For Gas/Electric Refrigerators,
part number 622090A (3-01). Refer to the N6/N8
installation manual and Ventilation Guidelines For Gas/
Electric Refrigerators for the latest information on
approved vents, installation instructions, and special
construction exceptions.

Roof Exhaust Vent
The heat absorbed by ventilation air and combustion
gases flow out of the enclosure through the roof
exhaust vent. See Figure 3 and Figure 4, page 23.

Air Intake Vent
The ventilation and combustion air flow into the
enclosure through the air intake vent. See Figure 3 and
Figure 4, page 23.

The roof exhaust vent is equipped with non removable
metal mesh screen that prevent leaves, debris, birds or
rodents from getting into the enclosure. The roof cap is
fastened to the exhaust vent with four screws. The cap
is always installed with the slope towards the front of
the RV.

RV front

RV rear
Roof exhaust vent
Exhaust vent screen
Baffle
Full width of enclosure
to isolate the top of refrigerator
from rejected heat
1/4 inch
or less

Condenser

1/8 inch maximum
if wider (see Figure 4)

Absorber coils
1 inch maximum.
If wider, see Figure 5.
Intake vent

Figure 3. Roof Exhaust Venting Arrangement.

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Top baffle
Required when the
clearance from the
underside of the roof
to the top of the refrigerator
exceeds 1/4 inch.
Condenser

Side wall baffles
Required when the
clearance between the
enclosure side walls
and refrigerator
exceeds 1/8 inch.

Absorber coils

Intake vent

Figure 4. Rear View–Roof Exhaust Venting.

Baffles
The minimum and maximum clearances for installing
the refrigerator or correcting ventilation problems on
roof vented units are listed in Table 1. Baffles are
required whenever installations exceed maximum
clearances listed in Table 1. Figure 4 shows baffle
locations.
Vertical Angled Baffles
Vertical angled baffles are required when the roof
exhaust vent is installed inboard of the condenser.
Figure 5 shows the angled vertical baffles required on
inboard roof vent installations. The horizontal wall
baffles are required whenever the distance between the
cooling unit and the interior surface of the outside wall
exceeds one inch.

Bottom

Minimum
0 inch

Angled baffles
Required when the
roof exhaust vent
is inboard of
the condenser.
1/4 inch
or less
Condenser

Baffles
Required when
the opening between
the outside wall and
cooling unit is over
1 inch.

Maximum
0 inch

Sides (each)

0 inch

1/8 inch

Top

0 inch

1/4 inch

Rear

0 inch

1 inch

Air intake vent

Figure 5. Baffles Required for an Inboard
Roof Exhaust Vent Installation.

Table 1. Clearances for Roof Vented Installations.

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Double Sidewall Venting

NOTE
The general guidelines for intake vents and roof exhaust
vents presented in this section do not replace the
instructions and/or guidelines provided in the N6XX/
N8XX model refrigerator installation manual and the
Ventilation Guidelines For Gas/Electric Refrigerators
part number 622090A (3-01). Refer to the N6XX/N8XX
installation manual and Ventilation Guidelines For Gas/
Electric Refrigerators for the latest information on
approved vents, installation instructions, and special
construction exceptions.

With increased installation of refrigerators in RV slide
outs. NORCOLD has conducted extensive testing to
develop venting guidelines for double sidewall vent
applications. This work was done to ensure NORCOLD
refrigerators meet the ANSI Z21.19 standards for
cooling performance when used in slide out
applications.
The challenge with slide out installations is that the
"chimney effect" that is present with roof vent
installations is not as strong in slide outs. To improve
the "chimney effect" side vent installations must have
fans and baffles. These fans and baffles direct the air
flow through the surfaces of heat rejecting
components. NORCOLD has determined that the
following three key design considerations optimize
heat removal in slide out applications.
n

Refrigerators installed in slide outs must have a fan
or fans to assist air flow. Fan kits and refrigerators
with factory installed fan(s) are available from
NORCOLD.

Fresh air must be directed to flow through the
surface areas of the absorber coils, condenser fins,
and the outer surface of the canister.

Corners and structural pockets where heated air
may stagnate must be reduced in size or
completely eliminated.

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An additional challenge with double sidewall venting is
the depth of the enclosure. The deeper the enclosure,
the greater the impact on the air flow through the rear
of the refrigerator. Taking the three key design
considerations and the variable depth requirement into
account, NORCOLD developed and tested several
baffle arrangements for the N6XX and N8XX models
versus their ability to meet the ANSI standards.
As the result of this testing, NORCOLD was able to
reduce the baffle configuration down to two baffles for
the N6XX and N8XX models. It should be noted that
baffle arrangements are different if the enclosure depth
is greater or less than 26 inches. The baffle
configurations are shown in Figure 6, page 25, and
Figure 7, page 26.

Air Intake Vent
The ventilation and combustion air flow into the
enclosure through the air intake vent. See Figure 6,
page 25 and Figure 7, page 26.
Sidewall Exhaust Vent
The heat absorbed by ventilation air and combustion
gases flow out of the enclosure through the sidewall
exhaust vent. See Figure 6, page 25, and Figure 7,
page 26 for details.

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Figure 7. Baffle Arrangement for Enclosures with Depths of 26 Inches or Greater.

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LP GAS SYSTEM
Canister
Flue tube
DC connections

Gas valve

Burner tube

Baffle

Gas inlet fitting

Electrode
Burner
Orifice assembly
(LP16 orifice shown)

Gas outlet fitting
Pressure
test port

Manual shut-off
(shown closed)

Burner box base

RV
LP gas supply

Figure 8. LP Gas System Components.

Pressure Requirements

Testing for LP Gas Leaks

WARNING:

When working on or near the LP gas system:
n Do not smoke or light fires! Extinguish all open
flames!
n Do not use an open flame to leak test any of the
LP gas system components. LP gas is highly
flammable and explosive.
n Do not connect the refrigerator directly to the LP
gas tank. Always use an approved pressure
regulator between the LP gas tank and the
refrigerator LP gas system.
n To prevent damage to connections, piping, and
components, always use two wrenches to tighten
or loosen connections. Damaged connections,
piping, and components create the potential for
gas leaks.

The refrigerator LP gas system, shown in Figure 8, is
for propane gas use only. The system working
pressure is 10.5 and 11.5 in. water column. Propane
gas pressures below 10.5 in. w.c. or above 11.5 in.
w.c. will affect heat output which in turn will affect
cooling efficiency. Propane gas flow control is
monitored by electronically by the controls flame
sensing circuit. If the flame sensing circuit does not
detect a burner flame within 30 seconds after initiating
ignition, power to the gas valve is turned off and gas
mode is locked out.

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WARNING:

Do not wet or spray liquids on or near electrical
connections or electronic components. Many liquids,
including leak detection solutions, are electrically
conductive and can create an electric shock hazard,
short electrical components, and/or damage electronic
circuits.

CAUTION:

Do not use leak test solutions that contain ammonia
or chlorine. Ammonia and chlorine attack copper and
brass components.

Leak testing can be accomplished using an electronic
leak detector or a commercial grade leak test solution.
The use of home made soap and water leak test
solution should be avoided if possible. When applying
leak test solutions, apply the solution over the entire
joint using a small brush or spray applicator.
Due to low system operating pressure, it may take a
few minutes for bubbles to appear if the connection is
leaking. Hidden joints should be examined thoroughly
using an inspection mirror.

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Components

DC connections

When working on the refrigerator LP gas system:
n
n
n

Do not alter or modify the burner tube anti-vibration
loop.
Do not cross thread fittings. Exercise extreme care
when connecting and disconnecting propane gas
components.
Leak test all of the refrigerator propane gas system
fittings after servicing, replacing, or repairing any
LP gas system component.

Solenoid Gas Valves
Units with serial number 657908 or higher
(manufactured on or after February 16, 1999) are
equipped with the new style solenoid gas valve . See
Figure 9.

Mount i n g bracket

Solenoid
Gas inlet
fitting
(from RV
LP gas)

Gas outlet
fitting

Gas pressure
test port

Manual shut-off
(shown closed)

Figure 9. New Style Solenoid Gas Valve.

Units with serial numbers lower than 657908, (models
manufactured before February 16, 1999) are equipped
with the old style solenoid gas valve. See Figure 10.
The electronic controls automatically operate the
solenoid gas valve.
New Style Solenoid Gas Valve
The new style solenoid gas valve manual shut off and
pressure tap are integrated in the valve’s body. The
valve's manual shut-off is a spring-loaded, quarter turn
manually operated valve.
To manually shut-off gas to the burner, pull the handle
slightly away from the body, then turn it one-quarter
turn (90 degrees) counterclockwise.

Solenoid

DC connections
Gas
pressure test port

Gas valve

Gas outlet
fitting

Old Style Solenoid Gas Valve
Refrigerators with serial numbers lower than 657908,
(models manufactured before February 16, 1999) are
equipped with the old style solenoid gas valve. See
Figure 10.

Gas inlet
fitting (from
RV LP gas system)

Use a NORCOLD® gas valve conversion kit, part
number 621334, to replace an old style solenoid gas
valve assembly.
Solenoid Gas Valve Connections
The solenoid gas valve inlet fitting is 3/8 inch, male
threads; the outlet fitting is 1/4 inch, male threads.

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Manual shut-off
(shown open)

Mounting bracket

Figure 10. Old Style Solenoid Gas Valve.

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0.155

Orifice
The orifice controls the flow of propane gas to the
burner. When replacing the orifice always use the size
orifice specified. Using the wrong size or a damaged
orifice will alter the amount of propane flowing to the
burner.

0.155 Jeweled orifice assembly

N62X/N64X units with serial number 886961 and higher
and N82X/N84X units with serial number 889988 and
higher are equipped with an LP16 cap type orifice. All
other units with serial numbers lower than those listed
were originally equipped with an 0.155 jeweled orifice.
See Figure 11.

1
P

L
6

Cap type LP16 orifice assembly

Figure 11. 0.155 and LP16 orifice assemblies.

WARNING:

Do not separate cap style LP16 orifice from its adapter.
Separating the assemblies breaks the seal and
causes an LP gas leak.

WARNING:

Do not use compressed air to clean a jeweled type
orifice. The air pressure may dislodge the orifice from
the adapter.

CAUTION:

Do not install cap style LP16 orifice in a burner that
uses a jeweled type orifice or vise versa. The orifice
adapter's threads are not compatible. Each orifice
must be matched to its burner.

Figure 12. Burner.

Burner
The burner, see Figure 12, provides primary air access
and acts as the fuel mixing chamber to support
ignition and the combustion of propane gas. Primary
combustion air flows into the burner through three
circular openings. Any obstruction blocking any of the
three openings will have an effect on the fuel/air
mixture. Insufficient combustion air will cause carbon
deposits to clog the burner slots. Carbon clogged
burner slots along with heavy dirt deposits in the
burner are the main cause of no cooling or poor
cooling performance when the refrigerator is operating
in LP gas mode.
Burner Tube
The burner tube is 1/4 inch OD aluminum tubing with
an anti-vibration loop and a double flare at each end.
See Figure 13.

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Figure 13. Burner tube.

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Flue
The flue on all N6XX/N8XX terminates a few inches
above the canister. See Figure 14. The flue comes
equipped with a removable baffle ("spiral baffle") and a
metal heat deflector.

Heat deflector

The flue and its components should be checked
annually. In roof exhaust venting applications, the
refrigerator must be removed from the enclosure to
check or service the flue or any of its components.

Flue
Baffle retaining
wire

In most sidewall exhaust venting applications, removal
of the side wall exhaust vent provides clear access to
service the flue or any of its components.

Baffle
Burner box

A one inch diameter, loop-handle, twisted wire brush
with a 27 inch wire handle is recommended for
sweeping clean the flue.
Heat Deflector
The heat deflector, see Figure 14, deflects hot exhaust
gases to the sides. It also keeps dirt and debris from
getting into the flue. Cooling performance may be
affected if the heat deflector is not installed or is not
installed correctly.

Figure 14. Flue and Components.

Retaining wire

Spiral Baffle
The spiral baffle, see Figure 14, traps and transfers
heat to the cooling unit generator.
A retaining wire suspends the spiral baffle in the flue
just above the flame. See Figure 15. The spiral baffle
should be checked annually. To remove the spiral
baffle from the flue:
1. Remove the heat deflector.
2. Unclip the baffle retaining wire from the rim of the
flue.
3. Pull the baffle out of the flue tube.

Baffle

CAUTION:

Figure 15. Flue Baffle.

Do not cut or modify the spiral baffle retaining
wire! The wire positions the baffle for optimal heat
transfer.

Light blue steady flame
with sharp blue cones

Flame Appearance
The flame should be light blue with sharp blue root
cones and a steady burning flame plume. See Figure
16.
A flame that is mostly orange or yellow, is erratic, and
unstable, indicates a "dirty" burner. Burner cleaning
procedures appear on page 30.

Figure 16. Flame Appearance.

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Burner Cleaning Procedure

WARNING:

Burn hazard! Allow the burner box and burner
components to cool before attempting to service the
burner assembly or components.

1. Turn OFF power to the refrigerator.
2. Close the LP gas tank valve.
Step 3 through Step 5, refer to Figure 17, page 32
3. Close the combination gas control valve manual
shut-off.
4. Remove the drip cup.

11. Visually inspect the orifice. If dirty, wash the
assembly with alcohol then allow to air dry.
Replace the orifice assembly if the cleaning fails to
remove dirt or if the condition of the orifice
assembly is questionable.
12. Clean any accumulation of dirt or debris from the
burner box base.
13. Reinstall the burner. Do not over tighten the
burner's retaining screw.

CAUTION:

To prevent damage to connections, piping, and
components, always use two wrenches to loosen the
burner tube. A damaged burner tube creates a
potential for gas leaks.

CAUTION:

Do not use compressed air to clean a jeweled type
orifice. The air pressure may unseat the jewel orifice
insert from the adapter.

CAUTION:

To avoid gas leaks and prevent damage to
connections, piping, and components, always use
two wrenches to tighten the burner tube. A damaged
burner tube creates a potential for gas leaks.

5. Remove the burner box cover.
Step 6 through Step 8, refer to Figure 18, page 32
6. Disconnect the burner tube from the orifice
assembly.
7. Remove the orifice assembly from the burner.
8. Remove the burner retaining screw.
9. Remove the burner from the burner box frame.
10. Clean the burner.

NOTE
The burner slots may be cleaned with a small flat
file. The inner bore of the burner body may be cleaned
with a 3/16 in., double-spiral wire brush. Do not
damage the threads when cleaning the inner bore of
the burner.

14. Install the orifice assembly. First thread the orifice
assembly into the burner finger tight, then finish
tightening using two wrenches.
15. Connect the burner tube. First thread the fitting
finger tight, then finish tightening using two
wrenches.
16. Install the burner box cover. Do not overtighten the
cover retaining screw.
17. Open the LP gas tank valve.
18. Open the solenoid gas valve manual shut-off.
19. Turn ON the refrigerator and select LP manual
mode operation.
20. Leak test LP gas connections during the 30
second trial-for-ignition.

!
NOTE
Do not insert any type of cleaning tool or wire into the
orifice. Do not drill or ream the orifice opening to clean
it. Insertion of any type of cleaning tools, reaming, or
drills through the opening will alter the volume of LP
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WARNING:

Do not attempt to repair LP gas leaks with the
refrigerator in operation. Before attempting to repair a
gas leak:
n Turn OFF the refrigerator.
n Close the LP gas valve and the solenoid gas valve
manual shut-off.

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Figure 17. Drip Cup and Burner Box Cover.

Canister
Flue
Baffle
Burner tube

Electrode

Burner

Orifice adapter with LP16 orifice

Figure 18. Burner and Components.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND COMPONENTS
DC Voltage Requirements and Polarity

DC Heater–3-Way Refrigerators Only

Operating controls require 10.5 to 15.4 Vdc to operate.
The positive wire lead (+) connects to power board
terminal 12VDC; the negative wire lead (–) connects to
terminal GND1.

Power Board DC Fuse

WARNING:

Never replace a fuse with a higher amp rated fuse.
Always use the specified fuse.

WARNING:

Do not wire the heater(s) direct! Wiring heater(s)
direct bypasses control safety devices and creates
the potential for an electrical fire.
The DC heater, shown in Figure 19, is a cartridge type
heater. The DC heater is rated for 225 Watts/16 amps,
at a nominal 14 Vdc. Heater resistance should be
0.82 - 0.91 ohms.

The controls circuit fuse is a standard 5 amp (tan
color) automotive blade type fuse. It is located on the
power board, terminal F1.

NOTE
The AUTO DC and DC-Manual Mode operation
maintain refrigeration only.

DC Power Wiring Requirements

WARNING:

Never use undersized wires to supply DC power to
the power board. The use of undersized wires can
cause low voltage and high amp draw conditions. The
high amp draw caused by a circuit using undersized
wires will cause the wire to overheat and creates an
electrical fire hazard.

Stop Bead

2-Way Models
18 AWG is the minimum AWG size wire that can be
used for connecting DC power to 2-way models. The
size fuse for overload protection must not exceed 6
amps.
3-Way Models
The distance between the RV DC power source and
the power board DC power connection terminals
dictates the AWG size wire that must be used. If the
distance from the DC power source is:
n
n

20 feet or less – 10 AWG or a larger gauge wire
must be used. The size fuse for circuit overload
protection must not exceed 30 amps.
Over 20 feet – AWG 8 or a larger wire gauge must
be used. The size fuse for circuit overload
protection must not exceed 40 amps.

Yellow Wire Leads

Figure 19. DC Heater
When AUTO DC or DC-Manual Mode does not
maintain refrigeration and ventilation is correct:
n
n
n

Measure DC voltage input to the power board.
Measure the heater's amp draw.
If amp draw is not as specified, measure the
heater's resistance at ambient temperature.
The DC heater must be inserted into the heater tube
until the stop bead makes full contact with the tube's
rim. See Figure 20, page 34.
DC Heater Circuit Fuse

AC/DC Converter as Power Source
The power board must be supplied 12 Vdc only from
the filtered output (battery side) of a converter.
Unfiltered voltage (commonly referred to as AC ripple)
output of AC/DC converters can cause the electronic
controls to set false fault codes. It can also turn off the
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WARNING:

Never replace a fuse with a higher amp rated fuse.
Always use the specified fuse.
The DC heater circuit fuse is a standard 30 amp
(green) automotive blade type fuse. It is located on the
power board, terminal F2.

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AC Power Requirements

DC Heater
AC Heater
AC Heater Tube
DC Heater Tube

WARNING:

Electric shock hazard! The refrigerator is fed power
from more than one source. Unplug the AC cord from
the RV AC receptacle before servicing electrical or
electronic components.
AUTO AC and AC-Manual Mode operation requires 108
to 132 Vac. AC power must be supplied through a 2
pole/3 wire/20 amp grounding type receptacle.

Canister Door

AC Heater

Figure 20. AC and DC Heaters (3-way refrigerator)
Lamp Assembly
The operation of the fresh food compartment 12 Vdc
lamp is controlled by a magnet activated reed relay
switch. The switch is in the optical control circuit
board and the magnet is permanently mounted on the
underside of the door's top trim piece.
Leaving the door ajar or open for more than two
minutes causes the controls to display a "d" or "dr"
fault code (depending on unit model). Closing the door
turns off the light and clear the "d" or "dr" fault
indicator from the display. However, the fault code will
be stored in the diagnostic mode nonvolatile memory.
For "d"/"dr" troubleshooting procedures. See page 19.
As shown in Figure 21, the light assembly harness
and thermistor share the same connector. Remove the
light cover to access the connector.

WARNING:

Do not wire the heater(s) direct! Wiring heater(s)
direct bypasses control safety devices and creates
the potential for an electrical fire.
The AC heater, see Figure 22, is a cartridge type
heater. Refrigerators with serial number lower than
854647 heater is rated for 300 Watts/2.7 amps @ 110
Vac and has a resistance of 41.25 ohms. Refrigerators
with serial number 854647 and higher heater is rated
for 300 Watts/2.5 amps @ 120 Vac. Heater
resistance is 48 ohms.

Stop Bead

Connector

Light bracket

Lightbulb
Black Wire Leads

Light cover
N641/N841

Figure 22. AC Heater.
When poor or no cooling in AUTO AC or AC-Manual
Mode, operation is present:
Clip

Thermistor

Figure 21. Lamp/Thermistor Assembly.
Divider Heater
The divider heater is permanently "foamed" between
the divider separating the freezer and fresh food
compartment. The controls constantly monitor power
board voltage output to the heater through built in
diagnostics. Turning the refrigerator on automatically
powers the heater.

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1. Measure AC voltage input to the power board.
2. Measure heater amp draw.
3. If amp draw is not as specified, measure the
heater's resistance at ambient temperature.
When replacing an AC heater make sure the stop bead
rests fully against heater tube rim. See Figure 22.
AC Heater Circuit Fuse
The AC circuit fuse is a fast acting 5 amp 1/4" x 11/4"
AGC type. It is on the power board, terminal F3.

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AC Power Cord
The AC power cord shown in Figure 23(a) is used on
units without ice maker. On all AC power cords the
round side of the plug that connects to the power
board faces the left side of the power board. The cord's
grounding prong on the AC outlet connector must be
left intact and never be modified or cut. The cord's
ground wire (green wire) must always be fastened to
the refrigerator cabinet metal plate.
Power Cord for Ice Maker Units
The AC power cord shown in Figure 23(b) is used on
N64X IM and N84X IM units (IM = ice maker). The cord
has two short wire leads originating at the rear of the
power board connector plug to connect the ice maker
wire harness black and white leads. The short ribbed
wire is the line voltage lead, it has a female quickconnect type terminal. The smooth wire is the neutral
lead, has a male quick-connect type terminal. Refer to
pages 71 and 72 for ice maker wiring pictorials and
diagrams.

(b)

Smooth black lead
to black ice maker wire

(a)

Ribbed black lead
to white ice maker wire
Ground wire
REFRIGERATORS WITH ICE MAKERS

Ground wire
REFRIGERATORS WITHOUT ICE MAKERS

Figure 23. AC Power Cord.
Fan mounting screws

All N643IM and N843IM units are equipped with an
independent AC power cord (white in color) to supply
120 Vac to the ice maker only.

12 Vdc Ventilation Fan
The 12 Vdc ventilation fan, shown in Figure 24,
enhances ventilation in sidewall venting installations
(unit installed in RV slide out enclosures). The letter
"F" in a model number is used to identify refrigerators
with a factory installed 12 Vdc ventilation fan. All
sidewall vented units must be equipped with a
ventilation fan to prevent combustion gases and hot
ventilation air from stagnating in the enclosure.
Ventilation fans are supplied 12 Vdc through power
board connections. Fan operation is automatically
controlled by a thermostatic switch mounted on the
first condenser fin. See Figure 25. The switch turns the
fan on when the temperature on the first condenser fin
is approximately 130 °F. The switch turns the fan off
when fin temperature falls to approximately 115 °F.

Outer bracket and mounting screws

Figure 24. Fan Mounted on Top of Absorber Coil.

+ 12 Vdc input to thermostatic switch
Fan thermostatic switch

NORCOLD® fan kit is wired to the power board 12 Vdc
connections using "Y" type wire connector. The fan
circuit is protected by an in-line fuse (included in the
kit). The fuse, part of the fan kit wiring is a fast acting
1 amp,1/4” x 1 1/4” AGC type. See Figure 26. The wiring
pictorial for field installed fan is shown in Figure 27,
page 36.

+12 Vdc wire to fan connection

Figure 25. Fan Thermostat.

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Fan thermostatic
switch
the
rma
l sw
itch
to f
an

Red
Fan
Wire
Fan

1AMP
FUSE

Black
Wire
FAN

Red Spliced Wire

Black Spliced Wire

POWER BOARD
GND1
12 VDC

1 amp
in-line fuse
- 12 Vdc connection
+ 12 Vdc connection

12 Vdc

Figure 26. Fan with Wiring Arrangement for Field
Installed NORCOLD Fan Kit.

Black
Fan
Wire

wire

wire
to

Red
Wire

Red

THERMOSTAT
Red
Wire

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12 Vdc

Figure 27. NORCOLD Fan Kit Wiring Pictorial.

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COOLING UNIT
Description

Gradual Decrease in Cooling Efficiency

The cooling unit is a self-contained gravity flow
absorption refrigeration system. The refrigerant charge
is a solution of water, ammonia, sodium hydroxide,
and sodium chromate (a corrosion inhibitor).
Refrigeration is accomplished by applying heat energy
and venting the heat extracted from the freezer and
fresh food cabinet while maintaining the unit leveled.

A gradual decrease in cooling efficiency is not a clear
indication of cooling system failure. Other factors that
affect cooling efficiency include ventilation, the heat
input, off-level operation, lack of service and
maintenance, inadequate repairs, or unauthorized field
modifications. If any of these factors exist and are not
corrected, a replacement cooling unit will also perform
inefficiently or fail.

Heat Absorption
The refrigerant transfers the heat from the freezer and
the food cabinet to the absorber coils. At the absorber
coils the metal surface absorbs the heat and air flow
over the external surfaces of the coils and carries
away the heat. A thermal air current created by the
rising hot air flows out of the enclosure through the
roof exhaust vent or sidewall exhaust vent (depending
on installation). The flowing air mass passes over the
surface of the condenser fins where it absorbs heat
transferred from the ammonia vapors flowing through
the condenser.
The thermal airflow process creates a "chimney
effect". The "chimney effect" creates a continuous
draft of cooling and combustion air. The fresh air
drafted by the "chimney effect" though the intake vent
removes rejected heat, support combustion, and
expels the exhaust gases produced by the combustion
process. Obstructions, restrictions, or modifications to
vents or the enclosure will affect the heat absorption
cycle. Poor cooling unit performance may be due to:
n

Loose insulation interfering with the ventilation
process.
n Construction material or debris left in the
enclosure.
n Insect screen covering vents.
n Plastic sheeting covering vents.
n Items stored in the enclosure.
n Modifications to vents or enclosure.
n No roof or sidewall exhaust vent opening.
Information pertaining to ventilation and enclosure
requirements appears on page 22.
Leveled Operation
The circulation of the refrigerant through the cooling
unit is accomplished by gravity flow; therefore, the
refrigerator must be operated leveled. Off-level
operation affects the flow of the refrigerant through the
cooling system. The maximum off-level operation limits
are:
n 3 degrees from side-to-side.
n 6 degrees from front-to-back.
Exceeding the maximum off-level limits can
permanently damage the cooling unit.
The cooling unit or its performance are not affected
when the vehicle is in motion
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Step-by-step troubleshooting is the best approach
when dealing with a gradual decrease in cooling. It is
important to consider is that, though not efficiently, the
cooling unit is working. Troubleshooting should always
begin by checking ventilation, then thoroughly
checking the cooling unit, and heat sources. In the
majority of reported case, the problem has been
related to the installation, which in turn hindered
cooling unit ventilation.
Additionally, ambient air temperature plays a
significant role if the unit was not installed correctly.
Incorrect installation lead to poor ventilation, which in
turn relates to poor cooling performance.
The unit's service and maintenance history should be
considered when checking a cooling unit for poor
cooling performance. The service history and the
scope of service work performed may lead directly to
cause and resolution of a cooling problem.
The cooling unit has to reach normal operating
temperatures before troubleshooting can take place. It
takes an average of four hours for the refrigerant to
reach normal operating temperatures. The time frame
to reach operating temperatures depends on ambient
air temperature.

Cooling System Monitoring
The controls monitor cooling system performance
.when a heat source is active. If the controls sense that
the system is not cooling, it displays a fault code ("n"/
"no" "co") and locks out all heat energy sources.
First "No Cooling" Fault Occurrence
Users can reset the controls by turning the refrigerator
off then back on. The user resetting option can only be
accomplished when the controls record the first "no
cooling" ("n"/"no" "co") fault occurrence. The
completion of a full cooling cycle will remove the
recorded first "n"/"no" "co" fault from memory and
returns the controls to normal monitoring operation.
Two Recorded "No Cooling" Fault Occurrences
If the controls detect two consecutive recorded "no
cooling" faults , the "n"/"no" "co" fault code displays
and the controls will lock out all heat sources (AC/LP/
DC). The power board can then only be reset by an
authorized service center after troubleshooting and
testing cooling system operation. See Page 21.

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Troubleshooting Cooling Faults
A high percentage of cooling units returned labeled
“faulty” are fully operational units. The flowchart on
page 38 provides information to troubleshoot cooling
unit related faults.

When troubleshooting poor or no cooling in AUTO AC
or AC-Manual Mode, first check AC voltage input to the
power board, then check voltage output to the heater,
and the heater's amperage draw.
AC voltage problems, high or low voltages, caused by
the RV AC power supply circuit. To troubleshoot AC
faults, refer to the diagnostic flow charts on pages 16,
17, and 18 of this manual.

The diagnostic flowcharts on pages 13, 14, and 15 of
this manual provide information to troubleshoot DC
power faults.

WARNING:

Refrigerant Leakage

WARNING:

LP gas (propane) is highly flammable and
explosive! Do not smoke, light fires, or create sparks
when working on the LP gas system.
Do not use an open flame to leak test any propane
gas system component.
When troubleshooting poor or no cooling in AUTO LP
mode or LP-Manual Mode, always check the burner
flame appearance first. Most faults on LP gas
operation related to a "dirty burner."
The diagnostic flowchart on page 12 of this manual
provides information to troubleshoot the no flame
faults.

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When troubleshooting poor or no cooling in AUTO DC
or DC-Manual Mode, always check DC voltage input to
the power board, voltage output to the heater, and
heater amperage draw. If DC voltage input to the
refrigerator is lower than 12 Vdc, the problem is
usually related to the DC power supply source. The RV
DC power supply source may not be supplying the
correct voltage to the power board.

Do not operate the refrigerator if the cooling unit is
leaking or leakage is suspected.

Poor or No Cooling on LP Gas Mode

WARNING:

Do not work on live circuits! Turn off and disconnect
AC power and DC power supplies before attempting
to remove, service, or repair any of the refrigerator's
electrical or electronic circuits or components.

Do not work on live circuits! Turn off AC power and
DC power before attempting to remove, service, or
repair any of the refrigerator's electrical or electronic
circuits or components.

Poor or No Cooling on AC Mode

Poor or No Cooling on DC Mode – 3-Way Models

Yellow powder or liquid deposits at the rear of the
refrigerator or ammonia smell inside the refrigerator
indicate refrigerant leakage. Exercise extreme care
when handling a leaking or a suspected leaking
cooling unit. The cooling system refrigerant solution
consists of water, ammonia, sodium hydroxide, and
sodium chromate.

Disposal of Cooling Unit
Dispose of cooling unit according to local, state, and
federal guidelines and regulations. Dispose of any
liquid waste or residue, according to pre-emergency
planning and all applicable local, state, and federal
regulations.
Do not, under any circumstances, release any waste
or residue directly into sewers, or surface waters. If
any liquid leaks or spills from the cooling unit, contact
the nearest environmental services for guidance.

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Cooling System Diagnostic Flowchart

WARNING:

Do not bypass or modify the refrigerator’s controls
or components to diagnose the cooling system. Do
not wire the heater(s) direct. The heater is supplied
power through a fused circuit.

Check cooling unit.

YES

Replace cooling unit.

WARNING:

Do not operate the refrigerator if the
cooling unit is leaking or a leak is
suspected.

Signs of leak(s):
■ Yellow residue inside or at the rear of the
refrigerator.
■ Ammonia smell.

Any signs of leak?

Correct ventilation to meet
installation requirements.

Ventilation as
per installation
instructions?

YES

Correct heat input device to
meet specifications.

Check heat input.

Check (as required):
AC heater voltage and amp draw.
DC heater voltage and amp draw.
(3-way units only).
■ Burner, orifice, flue, deflector cap, flue baffle.
■ LP gas pressure.
■
■

Level refrigerator as outlined
in Owner's Manual and
specifications.

Maximum off-level limits:
■ 3 degrees side to side.
■ 6 degrees front to back.

Heat input device
operating within
specification?

YES

Refrigerator
operating leveled?

YES

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WARNING:

Do not operate the
refrigerator if the cooling unit
is leaking or a leak is
suspected.

From page 40.

Check condition of door gaskets.

Repair/replace door as
required.

Door gaskets
sealing properly?

YES

Recheck cooling unit for leaks.

Replace cooling unit.

YES

Any signs of
leakage present?

NO
Test test cooling unit
performance.

Replace cooling unit.

Cooling detected?

Visual and audible signs of leak(s):
■ Yellow residue on the rear of the refrigerator.
■ Ammonia smell.
■ Gurgling noise (not always present.

Cooling unit performance test:
1. Disconnect thermistor from the wire harness.
2. Set temperature setting to the coldest setting.
3. Place thermometer in freezer.
4. Allow unit to operate for 3-4 hours.
5. Measure temperature.

The back of the freezer plate
should be cool after 3-4 hours of
continuous operation.

YES

Unit is operating normally.

YES

Refrigerator
temperatures
normal?

Temperatures given below are based on 90 °F ambient
temperature, correct ventilation, and operation at coldest
setting for a period of 8-12 hours.
■ Freezer -5 °F to -10 °F.
■ Fin temperature 18 °F to 25 °F.

NO
Check thermistor and
power board operation.

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Replacing the Cooling Unit
Cabinet

Freezer plate

Fin assembly

Condenser

Foam block

Absorber

Canister door

Heat deflector
Combustion seal

Leveling chamber

Canister

Burner box

DC heater (3-way units only)
AC heater
Burner box window

Figure 28. Cooling Unit and Components.

5. Disconnect the RV LP gas supply line from the
gas valve.

NOTE
This procedure supplements the instructions packaged
with N6XX/N8XX models replacement cooling units.
Follow the procedure thoroughly to install the cooling
unit correctly. Incorrect installation, adjustments, or
modifications will affect cooling performance.

N64XIM/N84XIM (ice maker)
a. Close the water supply valve to the ice maker.
b. Disconnect the RV water supply line from the ice
maker water valve.

Removing the Refrigerator from the Enclosure
Refer to Figure 28 to locate components.

1. Close the LP gas tank valve(s).
2. Disconnect the AC power cord from the RV
receptacle.
3. Turn OFF RV DC power to the refrigerator.
4. Disconnect the DC power supply wires from the
power board.

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6. Remove two retaining screws from the bottom trim
piece, then remove trim piece. See Figure 31, page
44.
7. Remove two retaining screws from the bottom of
the cabinet. See Figure 31, page 44.
8. Remove two hole plugs from the top trim. See
Figure 32, page 44.
9. Remove two top cabinet retaining screws. See
Figure 32, page 44.

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Removal of Cooling Unit
N64XIM/N84XIM (ice maker)
a. Remove the ice maker water line.
b. Disconnect the ice maker wire harness wires
(white and brown wires) from the water valve
solenoid.
c. Disconnect the ice maker wire harness ground
wire.

16. Remove the thermistor from the 10th fin.
17. Remove eight retaining screws along with washers
from the freezer plate.
15. Remove four retaining screws from the fin assembly.
16. Cut or remove the tape around the edge of the foam
plug.
17. Remove two absorber bracket retaining screws.
18. Separate the cooling unit from the refrigerator
cabinet. To separate:

d. Move the wire harness out of the way.

a. Grab the cooling unit by the liquid heat exchanger.

e Remove the water valve.

b. Pull cooling unit upward at a slight angle to
unseat the foam plug.

N62XF/N82XF/N64XF/N84XF (fan models)
• Remove the fan, bracket, thermostat, and wiring
from the cooling unit.

19. Remove the condenser retaining screw. See Figure
29, page 43.
20. Pull the cooling unit from the cabinet.
Installation of Replacement Cooling Unit

1. Remove the drip cup retaining screw, then remove
the cup.
2. Remove the burner box cover retaining screw, then
remove the cover.
3. Disconnect the burner tube from the gas valve at the
gas valve.
4. Remove the burner retaining screw.
5. Remove the burner tube and burner from the burner
box.
6. Disconnect the gas valve wires from the power
board.
7. Remove the gas valve assembly (including bracket).
8. Loosen the spark/sense electrode assembly
retaining screw and remove the assembly from the
burner box.
10. Remove the rear mounting flange screws.
11. Pull the refrigerator from the enclosure.
12. Remove the burner box retaining screws, then
remove the burner box.
3-way refrigerators (AC/LP/DC)
• Disconnect the DC heater wire leads from power
board terminals FLP/DC HEAT and DC_HT GND.

13. Disconnect the AC power cord from the power
board.
14. Remove the power board cover retaining screws,
then remove the cover.
15. Disconnect the AC heater wires from power board
terminals AC_HT -LO1 and AC_HT_HI.

NOTE
The sealant must be applied correctly to prevent air
from being drawn into the cooling unit's high and low
evaporators.
1. Clean the old sealant from the back of the
evaporator plate, fin assembly, cooling unit, and
the cabinet step.
2. Apply a 1/2 inch bead of sealant to the cooling unit
low and the high temperature evaporators, and to
the foam plug step. See Figure 30.
3. Mate the cooling unit foam plug section with the
cabinet step opening. The foam plug must seat
evenly against the cabinet step.
4. Fasten the condenser section to the cabinet. Do
not overtighten the condenser retaining screw
Figure 29, page 43.
5. Fasten the freezer plate to the cooling unit (eight
screws with washers). Do not overtighten the
freezer plate screws.
6. Fasten the fin assembly to the cooling unit (four
screws). Do not overtighten fin screws.
7. Attach the thermistor to the 10th fin (counting from
right to left).
8. Fasten the absorber section of the cooling unit to
the cabinet (two screws). Do not overtighten
retaining screws.
9. Tape the edge of the foam plug to the cabinet . Use
HVAC metallic tape or heavy duty duct tape.
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3-way refrigerators (AC/LP/DC)

•

Remove DC heater (3-way models only). Retain
the heater for reinstallation.

N6XX/N8XX Models

•

Reinstall the fan bracket, fan, thermostat, and
wiring. See wiring diagram on the outer surface of
the fan bracket or refer to Figure 27, page 36.

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Condenser retaining screw

a. Reinstall the ice maker water valve.
b. Reconnect the ice maker water line.

3/4 in.

to
11/4 in.

c. Connect the brown and the white wires to the
water valve solenoid terminals.

10. Install the burner box.
11. Install the burner tube and burner assembly. Do not
overtighten fittings.
13. Install the gas valve and connect the burner tube
to the valve. Do not overtighten fittings.
14. Install the spark/sense electrode assembly. Set
electrode-to-burner air gap 1/8 to 3/16 inch.
15. Install the burner box cover.
16. Connect the AC heater wires to power board
terminals AC_HT -LO1 and AC _HT _HI.

Figure 29. Condenser Angle and Retaining Screw.

Low temp
evaporator
1/2 in. bead
of sealant

3-way refrigerators (AC/LP/DC)
a. Install DC heater into tube.
b. Connect heater wires to terminals FLP_DC
HEAT and DC_HT_GND.

17. Reinstall the power board cover.
18. Connect the gas valve wires to the power board
terminals GV and GV_GND.
19. Plug the AC cord into the power board.
20. Connect the spark/sense electrode assembly to
the power board.

Foam plug step
1/2 in. bead
of sealant

High temp
evaporator
1/2 in. bead of
sealant

Figure 30. Application of Sealant.

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Reinstallation of Refrigerator into Enclosure

Cabinet retaining screws

WARNING

Do not install the refrigerator if the combustion seal
has been damaged. A damaged combustion seal must
be replaced. The seal isolates the living area of the
vehicle from exhaust gases generated by LP gas
combustion. LP gas exhaust gases contain carbon
monoxide, which is an odorless, colorless gas that
can cause dizziness, nausea, or in extreme
concentrations, death

Trim retaining screws

Bottom trim piece

1. Check the condition of the combustion seal.
Replace seal if damaged. Do not install the
refrigerator if the combustion seal is damaged.
2. Place the refrigerator in the enclosure. The
combustion seal must seat fully against the
enclosure wall.
3. Attach the bottom of the cabinet to the enclosure.
See Figure 31.
4. Reinstall the bottom trim piece. See Figure 31.
5. Secure the top of the cabinet with two screws and
install hole plugs. See Figure 32.
6. Secure the back of the cabinet to the enclosure
floor with two screws.

Figure 31. Bottom trim and retaining screws.

Cabinet retaining screws

N64XIM/N84XIM (ice maker)
a. Connect the water supply line to the ice maker
water valve.
b. Open the water supply to the ice maker.

Hole plugs

Figure 32. Top retaining screws and hole plugs.

7. Connect the RV LP gas supply line to the gas
valve inlet fitting.
8. Open the solenoid gas valve manual shut-off.
9. Plug the refrigerator AC power cord to the RV
receptacle.
10. Connect the RV DC power supply wires to power
board terminals 12VDC and 12V_GND1.
11. Open the LP gas tank valve(s), then leak test LP
gas connection at solenoid gas valve.
12. Leak test the burner solenoid gas valve and orifice
assembly burner tube connections.

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ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS
N61X/N81X Power board
Inputs, outputs, monitoring, and diagnostic functions
are managed and controlled by the power board.
Inputs, outputs, monitoring information, and diagnostic
functions are communicated through the optical control
assembly. The wire harness interfacing the power
board with the optical control assembly is "foamed"
into the cabinet. Wiring pictorials and schematics can
be found on page 46, 47 and 48.

Power Board
The power board is seated on an insulated base to
prevent the printed circuit from making contact the
refrigerator's cabinet metal plate. Power boards seated
in bases are shown in Figure 33.

5 A Fuse
AC Power (F3)

AC Heater
Terminals

Wire Harness
Connector (P1)

5 A Fuse
DC Power (F1)

N62X/N82X Power board

Two, self-tapping 1/4 inch hex head screws hold the
power board and base in place. The power board cover
is held by three self-tapping 1/4 inch hex head screws.
The power board cover and external connections are
shown in Figure 34.
Removal–Power Board
1. Turn OFF refrigerator.
2. Turn OFF RV DC power to the refrigerator.
3. Disconnect DC power supply wires from power
board terminals 12 VDC and 12_VGND1.
5 A Fuse
AC Power (F3)

AC Heater
Terminals

Wire Harness
Connector (P1)

5 A Fuse
DC Power (F1)

3-way refrigerators (AC/LP/DC)

N641/N841: 2-Way Power board

• Disconnect the DC heater wires from terminal
FLP/DC HEAT and DC_HT GND.

4. Unplug the AC power cord from the RV AC
receptacle.
5. Unplug the AC cord from the power board.
6. Disconnect the gas valve wires from power board
terminals GV and GV_GND.
7. Disconnect the spark sense electrode wire.
N64XIM/N84XIM (ice maker)
• Loosen the water valve bracket, then move the
bracket/water valve assembly out of the way.

5 A Fuse
AC Power (F3)

AC Heater
Terminals

Wire Harness
Connector (P1)

5 A Fuse
DC Power (F1)

N641/N841: 3-Way Power board
8. Remove the three, 1/4 inch self-tapping hex head
screws from the power board cover.
9. Remove the power board cover.
10. Disconnect the AC heater wires from power board
terminals AC_HI and AC_LO.
11. Disconnect the wire harness connector from power
board, terminal P1.
12. Remove two, 1/4” hex head screws, then remove
the power board along with its base.
5 A Fuse AC Heater Wire Harness DC Heater 30 A Fuse 5 A Fuse
AC Power Terminals Connector
Terminals DC Power DC Power
(F3)
(P1)
(F1)
(F1)

Figure 33. N6XX/N8XX Power Boards
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Installation–Power Board
1. Seat the power board in the base.
2. Attach the power board and base assembly to the
refrigerator using two, 1/4 in. self-tapping hex head
screws. Do not overtighten screws.
3. Connect the wire harness connector to the power
board, terminal P1.
4. Connect the AC heater wires to terminals AC_HI
and AC_LO.
5. Position and align the power board cover over the
power board. Attach the cover using three, 1/4 in.
self-tapping hex head screws. Do not
overtighten screws.
6. Connect the solenoid gas valve wires to terminal
GV and GV_GND.
7. Connect the spark/sense electrode wire to the
power board high tension terminal.

DC Heater
Wire Leads (3way units only)

AC
Power Cord

AC Heater
Wire Leads

+12 Vdc
Wire Lead

Solenoid Gas Valve
Wire Leads

-12 Vdc
Wire Lead

Spark/Sense
Electrode Assembly
Wire Lead

Figure 34. Power Board, 3-Way with Cover

3-way refrigerators (AC/LP/DC)
• Connect the DC heater wires to power board
terminals FLP/DC HEAT and DC_HT GND.

8. Connect the AC power cord to the power board
and plug the AC power cord into the RV AC
receptacle.
9. Connect positive and the negative DC power wire
leads to the power board.
n Positive wire (+) to terminal 12VDC.
n Negative wire (–) to terminal 12_VGND1.

N61X/N81X Optical Control Assembly

N64XIM/N84XIM (ice maker)
• Reinstall the water valve and bracket assembly.

10. Turn ON the RV DC power to the refrigerator.
11. Plug the AC power cord into the refrigerator
receptacle.
12. Turn ON refrigerator, then check all power board
control functions before placing in service.

N62X/N82X Optical Control Assembly

Optical Control Assembly
The optical control assembly is attached to the
cabinet divider with two pan head Phillips screws.
Optical control assembly removal and installation
instructions, according to models, can be found in the
following pages:
n
n
n

Page 52, N611/N811 models.
Page 54, N62X/N82X models.
Page 57, N64X/N84X models.

N64X/N84X Optical Control Assembly

Figure 35. N6XX/N8XX Optical Control Assemblies

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Display board
Exposer le panneau

5
Divider heater
Chauffant de diviseur

1
5 Amp Fuse
5 Amp Fond

5 Amp Fuse
5 Amp Fond

Spark electrode
Declencher l’electrode

4
- 12 VDC / VCC
+ 12 VDC / VCC

11
GV

GV
GND

AC HT HI1

AC HT LO1

120 VAC
120 VCA

Temperature sensor / light assy.
Detector de temperature / allume assy.

1
Gas valve
Gazer la soupape
AC heater
CA chauffage

Fan
Ventilateur
Fan thermostat
Ventilateur thermostat

N61X/N81X Wiring Pictorial.

12V GND1

Power board /
Panneau de
distribution

-12 VDC / -12 VCC
RED/
ROUGE

RED/
ROUGE

BLK/
NOIR

Gas solenoid valve /
Electrovanne a gaz

BLK/
NOIR

Fan / Ventilateur

12VDC

Fan thermostat /
Ventilateur thermostat

+12 VDC /+12 VCC

3
11
1
8
13
10
F1

RED/ROUGE

BLK/NOIR

Fan Models / Modeles Ventilateur

RED/RGE
WHT/BLK/BLANC/NR
RED/WHT/RGE/BLANC

Light /
Lampe

BLK/WHT/NR/BLANC

Temperature sensor / Thermosonde

Display board / Panneau de affichage

K4
2

Selector switch
Selecteur d’alimentation

WHT/RED/BLANC/RGE

Divider heater /
Chauffant de diviseur

12
14
9

GAS

BLK/NOIR

BLU/BLEU

OFF

GRN/VERT

LED/DEL

WHT / VIO/BLANC/VIO

16
AC HT HI1

BLK/NOIR

AC HT LO1

BLK/NOIR

K2
L2
F3

Microprocessor

AUTO

5
LED/DEL

}

4
120 VAC
120 VCA

AC heater /
CA chauffant

Temperature switch
Selecteur a la
temperature

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N62X, N62X.3,
N82X, & N82X.3

Models / Modeles
N64X, N64X.3,
N84X, & N84X.3

Display board overlay /
Exposer le panneau de planche
Display board / Exposer le panneau

5
Divider heater / Chauffant de diviseur
3 Amp Fuse (.3 models)
3 Amp Fond (.3 modeles)

5 Amp Fuse
5 Amp Fond

Temperature sensor / light assy.
Detector de temperature / allume assy.

Spark electrode
Declencher l’electrode

- 12 VDC / VCC
+ 12 VDC / VCC

Water line heater /
Arroser le chauffage de ligne

GV
GND

DC HT GND

DC HEATER

AC HT LO1

AC HT HI1

120 VAC
120 VCA

30 Amp Fus3
30 Amp Fond

Thermostat

Gas valve / Gazer la soupape
AC heater
CA chauffage

Fan /
Ventilateur
Fan thermostat /
Ventilateur thermostat

DC heater (.3 models)
CC chauffage (.3 modeles)

N62X/N82X/N64X/N84X/N64X.3/N84X.3 Wiring Pictorial – Units with serial number
851759 and higher.

12V GND1

621829
-12 VDC / -12 VCC

DC HEATER

YEL/JAUNE

12VDC

+12 VDC /+12 VCC

3
11

1
8
13
10

RED/ROUGE

BLK/NOIR

Fan / Ventilateur
Fan thermostat /
Ventilateur thermostat

Fan Models / Modeles Ventilateur

RED/RGE

IM Models / Modeles IM

WHT/BLK/BLANC/NR
RED/WHT/RGE/BLANC

Light /
Lampe

BLK/WHT/NR/BLANC

Temperature sensor / Thermosonde

BRN/
BRUN

WHT/
BLANC

WHT/RED/BLANC/RGE

Divider heater /
Chauffant de diviseur

12
14

Heater /
Chauffant

Thermostat
BRN/
BRUN

K4
2

BLK/
NOIR

BLK/NOIR

BLK/
NOIR

RED/
ROUGE

DC heater /
CC chauffant
RED/ROUGE

Gas solenoid valve /
Electrovanne a gaz

RED/
ROUGE

YEL/JAUNE

GV GND

BLK/NOIR

DC HT GND

RED/ROUGE

Power board /
Panneau de
distribution

BLK/NOIR

ON-OFF
/ MODE / TEMP SET Switches
ON-ARRETT / MODE / REGULATEUR TEMP. Commutateur

BLU/BLEU

Alarm / Alarme

GRN/VERT
WHT / VIO/BLANC/VIO

16
AC HT HI1
K2
AC HT LO1

9
10

BLK/NOIR

L2
F3

LEDs / DELs

BLK/NOIR

}

8
120 VAC
120 VCA

AC heater /
CA chauffant

Voltage regulator /
Regulateur de tension

Microprocessor /
Microprocesseur
Door switch /
Display board /
Porte commutateur
Panneau de affichage

N62X/N82X/N64X/N84X/N64X.3/N84X.3 Wiring Schematic – Units with serial number
851759 and higher.

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5

5
5

4
1

9
8

1
4

GV
GND

DC HT GND

DC HEATER

AC HT LO1

AC HT HI1

6
16

17
1

COM
NO

N62X/N82X/N64X/N84X/N64X.3/N84X.3 Wiring Pictorial – Units with serial number lower
than 851759.
1

N62X/N82X Display overlay

12 Vdc connections

N64X/N84X Display overlay

Gas valve

N62X/N82X Display circuit board

AC heater

N64X/N84X Display circuit board

Fuse, 30 amp/auto blade type, 3-way models

Divider heater

DC heater, 3 way models only

Lamp/Thermistor

Fuse, 3 amp for water line heater

AC power cord

Relay, water line heater

Fuse, 5 amp/AGC type

Water line heater

Fuse, 5 amp/standard auto type

Thermostat, water line heater

Spark/sense electrode wire assembly

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2
12V GND1

YEL/JAUNE

GV GND
K1

GV
DC HEATER
12VDC

3
11

1
8
13
10
2

RED/ROUGE
BLK/NOIR
RED/RGE
WHT/BLK/BLANC/NR
RED/WHT/RGE/BLANC
BLK/WHT/NR/BLANC
WHT/RED/BLANC/RGE

12
K4
14
9

1
16
AC HT HI1
AC HT LO1
L2
F3

YEL/JAUNE

BRN/
BRUN

WHT/
BLANC

DC HT GND

BRN / BRUN

IM Models / Modeles IM

12
BLK/NOIR

BLU/BLEU

GRN/VERT

WHT / VIO/BLANC/VIO

BLK/NOIR
BLK/NOIR

}

N62X/N82X/N64X/N84X/N64X.3/N84X.3 Wiring Schematic – Units with serial number
lower than 851759

Power board

TEMP SET switch

–12 Vdc connection

Door switch

Gas valve

Microprocessor

+12 Vdc connection

Alarm, N64X/N84X units only

Thermistor

7-segment LED N64X/N84X units

Light, fresh food compartment

LED

Divider heater

120 Vac connection

On/OFF switch

AC heater

Voltage regulator

DC heater, 3 way units only

Mode switch

Heater, ice maker water line

Thermostat, ice maker water line

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CONTROLS
ON LED
Green LED, indicates the refrigerator is ON.
AUTO operation, indicates AC power operation.
Flashes fault codes set by the controls.

Mode Selector Switch
3-Position Slide Switch:
Slide left to select AUTO operation.
Slide right to select GAS operation.

GAS LED
Amber LED, indicates LP gas operation.
Flashes fault codes set by the controls.

Temperature Setting Selector Switch
5-Position Slide Switch:
Slide right to select a colder setting.
Setting range: 1=cold/9= coldest.

Figure 36. N61X/N81X Optical Control Assembly.

N61X/N81X Optical Control Assembly
The optical control assembly communicates with the
power board through a "foamed in" wire harness.
Drilling or puncturing the refrigerator rear panels may
cause damage to the wire harness. Controls and
related features are shown in Figure 36. The optical
control assembly with front box attached is shown in
Figure 37. The optical control assembly connected to
the wire harness is shown in Figure 38.

3. Reinstall the front box. Do not overtighten the
retaining screw.
4. Turn on the refrigerator, then check all of the
optical control assembly functions.

Front Box
Two tabs lock the front box to the optical control
assembly. A retaining screw on the hinge side retains
the front box to the divider. Shifting the refrigerator door
swing requires shifting the front box to the selected
hinge side.
Removal and Installation of Optical Control
Assembly.
To remove the optical control assembly:
1. Turn off the refrigerator.
2. Remove the front box retaining screw, then remove
the front box.
3. Remove the optical control assembly retaining
screws.
4. Disconnect the optical control assembly from the
wire harness.
To install the optical control assembly:
1. Connect the optical control assembly to the wire
harness.
2. Install the optical control assembly on the divider.
Do not overtighten the retaining screws.

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Figure 37. N61X/81X Optical Control Assembly With
Front Box.

Figure 38. Wire Harness Connection.

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Modes of Operation

Backup Operating System

AUTO Mode
In AUTO mode, the controls automatically search for AC
power first. If AC power is present, the controls
automatically select AC operation. The selection of AC
power is indicated by the ON LED.

The Backup Operating System (BOS) allows cooling to
continue if the thermistor should fail. BOS is a duty
cycle operation. The duration of the cooling cycle can
be regulated by adjusting the temperature setting. The
higher the temperature setting number, the longer the
cooling cycle operates.

No AC Power
If AC power is not present or is interrupted, the controls
automatically switch to LP gas operation. When the
controls switch to LP gas operation, the GAS LED
illuminates and a 30 second trial for ignition period starts.
Both ON LED and GAS LED will remain illuminated. The
ON LED indicates the refrigerator is turned ON. The GAS
LED indicates the controls selected LP gas because AC
power is not available.
AC Power Restored
If AC power is restored the controls automatically revert
operation to AUTO AC and the GAS LED turns off. The
ON LED will remain illuminated to indicate AUTO AC
operation.
No AC and No Flame
If AC power is not present and a flame is not sensed after
the controls switch to LP gas, the flame sensing circuit
places the controls in "gas lock-out." In turn, the controls
command the ON LED and GAS LED to flash at one
second intervals.
The "A"/"no AC" flowchart on page 16 provides
information to troubleshoot no AC power faults.
The "F"/"no FL" flowchart on page 12 provides information
to troubleshoot no flame faults.
GAS Mode
In GAS mode, the controls will only select LP gas for
operation. GAS mode operation is monitored by the
flame sensing circuit. Normal GAS mode operation is
indicated by the GAS LED.

When the controls switch operation to BOS, the ON
LED flashes once every three seconds. The flowchart
on page 20 provides thermistor troubleshooting
information.

“Gas Lock-Out”
"Gas lock-out" prevents the controls from
automatically attempting to reignite the burner after the
controls have detected an ignition failure. "Gas lockout" may be caused by any or a combination of the
following:
n
n

No LP gas available (empty LP gas tank).
Incorrect LP gas pressure (LP gas pressure must
be 10.5 to 11.5 inches water column).
n Dirty burner.
n Clogged, damaged, or the wrong orifice.
n Incorrect electrode-to-burner air gap.
n A damaged or grounded spark/sense electrode
assembly.
n Damaged or inoperable gas valve.
To manually clear “Gas Lock-Out”:
n
n
n

Turn OFF the refrigerator.
Correct the no flame fault.
Select AUTO or GAS operation.

No Flame
In GAS mode, if a flame does not ignite during the 30
second trial for ignition, or the flame goes out, the
flame sensing circuit shuts off power to the gas valve
and places the controls in "gas lock-out." In turn, the
controls command the GAS LED to flash at one
second intervals.
The "F"/"no FL" flowchart on page 12 provides
information to troubleshoot no flame faults.

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TEMP SET Switch
Press momentarily to view temperature setting.
Press and hold to select desired temperature
setting.
Settings: 1= cold/9= coldest.

AC
AUTO
1-COLD

Power Switch
Press momentarily to turn ON refrigerator.
Press and release after three seconds to turn
OFF refrigerator.

LP GAS

TEMP
SET

MODE

ON
OFF

COLDEST-9

7-Segmet LED Display
Shows:
Normal operation on AUTO and LP GAS.
Fault codes set by the control system.
Temperature setting.
Diagnostic information.

MODE Switch
Press momentarily to display operating
mode.
Press and hold fo select AUTO, AC-Manual,
or LP Manual mode. Release when desired
mode displays.

Figure 39. N62X/N82X Optical Control Assembly.

N62X/N82X Optical Control Assembly
The optical control assembly communicates with the
power board through a "foamed in" wire harness.
Drilling or puncturing the refrigerator rear panels may
cause damage to the wire harness. Controls and
related features are shown in Figure 39. The optical
control assembly with front box attached is shown in
Figure 40. The optical control assembly connected to
the wire harness is shown in Figure 41.

3. Reinstall the front box. Do not overtighten the
retaining screw.
4. Turn on the refrigerator, then check all of the
optical control assembly functions.

Front Box
Two tabs lock the front box to the optical control
assembly. A retaining screw on the hinge side retains
the front box to the divider. Shifting the refrigerator door
swing requires shifting the front box to the selected
hinge side.
Removal and Installation of Optical Control
Assembly
To remove the optical control assembly:
1. Turn OFF the refrigerator.
2. Remove the front box retaining screw, then remove
the front box.
3. Remove the optical control assembly retaining
screws.
4. Disconnect the optical control assembly from the
wire harness.
To install the optical control assembly:
1. Connect the optical control assembly to the wire
harness.
2. Install the optical control assembly on the divider.
Do not overtighten the retaining screw.

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Figure 40. N611/811 Optical Control Assembly With
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Figure 41. Wire Harness Connection.

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Modes of Operation
All N62X and N82X are designed for 2-way operation.
AUTO Mode
In AUTO mode, AC power is the first heat energy
source selected by the controls. If AC power is not
present, the controls shift to LP gas (propane), the
controls second priority heat energy source.

No AC Power and No Flame
When AC power is not present and a flame is not
sensed, the controls:
1. Aknowledge both faults after the 30 seconds trialfor ignition is over.

AUTO AC Operation
When AUTO mode is selected:
1. Mode of operation is indicated by the
AUTO LED.
2. The AC LED comes on as the
controls search for AC power
availability.
3. The AC LED turns off when AC
power is selected by the controls.
Mode operation is indicated by the
AUTO LED. See NOTE 1.

2. Shut power to the solenoid gas valve.
AC

LP GAS

AUTO
AC

LP GAS

AUTO

3. Set "gas lock-out". See NOTE 2.
4. Provide a visual warning by flashing alternating A
(no AC) and F (no flame) fault codes, shown below.
See NOTE 3.
AC

LP GAS

AUTO

NOTE 2
In AUTO mode, the controls maintain "gas lock-out"
until a full cooling cycle on AUTO AC is completed.
Turning the refrigerator OFF and back ON also clears
"gas lock-out".

AUTO LP Gas Operation
In AUTO mode, the controls shift to LP gas when AC
power is not available or interrupted. The shift to AUTO
LP is as follows:
AC

NOTE 3
N62X/N82X models with serial number 854467 and
lower equipped with the original power board (p/n
619353) and optical control assembly (p/n 619350) will
only display fault indicator A.

LP GAS

AUTO

2. The AC LED comes on as the controls AC
verify AC power availability.
AUTO

LP GAS

AUTO

4. The controls sense the flame, turn off
the LP GAS LED leave the AUTO LED AC
on to indicate AUTO mode operation. AUTO

Troubleshooting a "F"/"no" "FL" and "A"/"no" "AC"
Faults
Use the following references to identify, troubleshoot,
and correct an ignition failure and/or no AC faults.
n

LP GAS

n
n

Shift from AUTO LP GAS to AUTO AC
In AUTO mode, the controls shift automatically from
AUTO LP GAS back to AUTO AC when the controls
detect that AC power has become available.

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AUTO

5. Record and store the no AC and no flame faults in
diagnostics nonvolatile memory fault history.

In AUTO mode, pressing the MODE switchbutton
momentarily displays the heat energy source in use.
For example, in AUTO AC, the AC LED will come on
and stay on for approximately 10 seconds.

3. Since AC power is not present, the
controls shift to LP gas. The LP LED
comes on to signal the start of a 30
seconds trial-for ignition.

LP GAS

Alternating "A" and "F" Codes

NOTE 1

1. The AUTO LED indicates the unit is
on and operating in AUTO mode.

LP GAS

Page 12, "F"/"no" "FL" fault codes troubleshooting
flowchart.
Page 16, "A"/"no" "AC" fault codes troubleshooting
flowchart.
Page 62, Diagnostic Mode–N62X/N82X Models,
Screen 4.

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AC-Manual Mode
When the AC-Manual Mode is selected, AC power is
the only heat energy source selected by the controls.
When the AC-Manual Mode is selected:

LP Gas–Manual Mode
When LP GAS-Manual Mode is selected, LP gas
(propane) is the only heat energy source selected by
the controls. When the LP GAS-Manual Mode is
selected:

1. Mode of operation selected is
indicated by the AC LED.

1. Mode of operation is indicated by
the LP LED.

LP GAS

AUTO

LP GAS

AUTO

2. The AC LED stays on as long as the AC–Manual
Mode is selected.

2. The LP GAS LED stays on as the LP GAS–
Manual Mode is selected.

No AC Power or Loss of AC Power
When no AC power or AC power is lost, the controls:

Flame Fails to Ignite or Flame Goes Out
If a flame does not ignite or the flame goes out, the
controls:

1. Provide a visual warning by flashing
the A (no AC) fault code.

1. Set "gas lock-out" and shut off power to the
solenoid gas valve.

LP GAS

AUTO

2. Record and store the no AC fault in diagnostics
nonvolatile memory fault history.
Troubleshooting a "A"/"no" "AC" Fault
Use the following references to identify, troubleshoot,
and correct a no AC fault.
n
n

Page 16, "A"/"no" "AC" fault codes troubleshooting
flowchart.
Page 62, Diagnostic Mode–N62X/N82X Model,
Screen 4.

AC Power Restored
When AC power is restored to the power board, the
controls:
1. Automatically restore AC–Manual Mode operation.

2. Provide a visual warning by flashing
the F (no flame) fault code.

LP GAS

AUTO

3. Record and store the no flame fault in diagnostics
nonvolatile memory fault history.
Clearing "Gas Lock-Out"
"Gas lock-out" can be cleared by turning the
refrigerator OFF and back ON.
Troubleshooting a "F"/"no" "FL" Fault
Use the following references to identify, troubleshoot,
and correct an ignition failure fault.
n
n

Page 16, "F"/"no" "FL" fault codes troubleshooting
flowchart.
Page 62, Diagnostic Mode–N62X/N82X Mode,
Screen 4.

2. Clear the "A" fault code from the screen. However,
the recorded fault history will not be erased from
memory.
3. Display the AC LED.

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TEMP SET Switch
Press momentarily to view temperature setting.
Press and hold to select a temperature setting.
Settings: 1= cold/9= coldest.

Power Switch
Press momentarily to turn ON refrigerator.
Press and release after three seconds to
turn OFF refrigerator.

1-COLD COLDEST-9

Two, 7-Segmet LED Display
Show:
Operation mode AUTO, AC, LP and DC
(3-way models only).
Fault codes and diagnostic information.
Temperature setting.

MODE

TEMP
SET

ON-OFF

MODE Switch
Press momentarily to display operating mode.
Press and hold to select AUTO, AC or LP Manual
Mode, or DC Manual Mode (3-way models only).
Release when desired mode displays.

Figure 42. N64X/N84X Optical Control Assembly.

N64X/N84X Optical Control Assembly
The optical control assembly communicates with the
power board through a "foamed in" wire harness.
Drilling or puncturing the refrigerator rear panels may
cause damage to the wire harness. Controls and
related features are shown in Figure 42. The optical
control assembly with front box attached is shown in
Figure 43. The optical control assembly connected to
the wire harness is shown in Figure 44.

3. Reinstall the front box. Do not overtighten the
retaining screw.
4. Turn on the refrigerator, then check all of the
optical control assembly functions.

Front Box
Two tabs lock the front box to the optical control
assembly. A retaining screw on the hinge side retains
the front box to the divider. Shifting the refrigerator door
swing requires shifting the front box to the selected
hinge side.
Removal and Installation of Optical Control
Assembly
To remove the optical control assembly:
1. Turn off the refrigerator.
2. Remove the front box retaining screw, then remove
the front box.
3. Remove the optical control assembly retaining
screws.
4. Disconnect the optical control assembly from the
wire harness.
To install the optical control assembly.
1. Connect the optical control assembly to the wire
harness.
2. Install the optical control assembly on the divider.
Do not overtighten the retaining screw.

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Figure 43. N64X/84X Optical Control Assembly With
Front Box.

Figure 44. Wire Harness Connection.

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Modes of Operation
AUTO
In AUTO mode, AC power is the first heat energy
source selected by the controls. If AC power is not
present, the controls shift to LP gas (propane), the
second priority heat energy source.
AUTO – N64X.3/N84X.3 (3-way units)

In 3-way units, if LP gas if a flame is not sensed, then
flame goes out, or an ignition failure occurs, the
controls shift to DC power, the third priority heat
energy source. For additional information on 3-way
units AUTO mode, see page 58.

Shift from AUTO LP GAS to AUTO AC
In AUTO mode, the controls shift automatically from
AUTO LP GAS to AUTO AC any time the controls
sense that AC power is available.
No AC Power and No Flame
When AC power is not present and a flame is not
sensed, at the end of the 30 seconds trial-for ignition,
the controls:
1. Shut off power to the solenoid gas valve.
2. Set "gas lock-out". See NOTE 2.

AUTO AC Operation
When the AUTO mode is selected, the controls:
1. Display AUTO ("AU") mode operation
indicator.

3. Sound the alarm (an intermittent beeping tone).
4. Provide a visual warning by flashing alternating
"no" "AC" and "no" "FL" (no flame) fault codes
shown below).

Alternating

2. Flashes "AU" and "AC" as the
search for AC power begins.

Alternating

Display

o
n

Display

3. Turn off "AU" and "AC" when AC power is
selected and displays the ON LED. See
NOTE 1.

5. Record and store the "no" "AC" and "no" "FL"
faults in diagnostics nonvolatile memory fault
history.

NOTE 1
NOTE 2
In AUTO mode, pressing the MODE switchbutton
momentarily displays the heat energy source in use.
For example, in AUTO AC, the display alternate flashing
AU and AC for approximately 10 seconds.

AUTO LP Operation
The controls shift to AUTO LP mode any time AC
power is not available. The controls shift to AUTO LP
as follows:
1. The AUTO mode operation indicator
("AU") displays.
2. "AU" and "AC" indicator
alternate flashing on the display
while the controls search for AC
power.
3. When AC power is not present, the
controls shift to AUTO LP mode. "AU"
and "LP" alternate flashing on the
display as the controls start a 30
seconds trial-for ignition.

Alternating

o
n
Display

Alternating

o
n

AUTO LP mode remains in "gas lock-out" until a full
cooling cycle on AUTO AC is completed. "Gas lockout" can also be cleared by turning the refrigerator OFF
then back ON.
Shift from AUTO LP GAS to AUTO AC
In AUTO mode, the controls shift automatically from
AUTO LP GAS back to AUTO AC when the controls
detect that AC power has become available.
Troubleshooting No Flame and No AC Faults
Use the following references to identify, troubleshoot,
and correct an ignition failure and/or no AC faults.
n
n
n

Page 12, "F"/"no" "FL" fault codes
troubleshooting flowchart.
Page 16, "A"/"no" "AC" fault codes
troubleshooting flowchart.
Page 62, Diagnostic Mode–N62X/N82X Models,
Screen 4.

Display

4. The controls sense the flame, turn off the
"AU" and "LP", and display the ON LED.
See NOTE 1.
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AUTO DC Operation – 3-Way Units Only
In AUTO DC mode, the controls shift to DC power
when AC power is not present and flame is not
sensed. The shift to AUTO DC operation does not
show on the display. The shift is invisibly performed by
the controls. When the controls shift to AUTO DC:
1. The AUTO ("AU") mode operation
indicator displays.
2. "AU" and "AC" indicators
alternate flashing on the display
as the controls search for AC
power.
3. When AC power is not present the
controls shift to AUTO LP mode.
"AU" and "LP" indicators alternate
flashing on the display as the
controls start a 30 seconds trial-for
ignition.
4

Alternating

o
n

In the AC-Manual Mode, AC power is the only heat
energy source selected by the controls. When the
controls shift to AC-Manual Mode:
1. The AC mode indicator ("AC")displays as
the controls start the search for AC
power.
2. When AC power is selected, the AC
indicator turns off. The ON LED displays.
See NOTE 3.

Display

NOTE 3
Pressing the MODE switchbutton displays the "AC"
mode indicator.

Alternating

o
n
Display

No AC Power or Loss of AC Power
If the controls do not sense the presence of AC power
or when AC power is lost, the controls:

Not sensing a flame causes the controls to shift to
Auto DC power. The shift to DC power is not
displayed. See NOTE 1.

AC-Manual Mode

1. Display the "no" "AC" fault code.
Alternating

Display

The ON LED displays. See NOTE 2.

2. Sound the audible alarm. The alarm is an
intermittent beeping tone. Pressing the mode
switchbutton silences the alarm.

NOTE 1
Pressing the MODE switchbutton will displays the "AU"
and "dc" indicators.

3. Record and store the "no" "AC" fault in diagnostics
nonvolatile memory fault history.
AC Power Restored
When AC power is restored, the controls:

NOTE 2
The auto sequence described in steps 1 through 5 is
repeated after the completion of each cooling cycle to
enable the controls to select a higher priority heat
energy source if available.

1. Automatically restore AC-Manual Mode operation;
however, the recorded fault history will not be
erased from memory.

The control's priorities for selecting a heat energy source
are:
n First priority:
AC power.
n Second priority: LP gas.
n Third priority:
DC power – 3-way units only.

2. Silence the alarm and clear then "no" "AC" fault
code from the display.
Troubleshooting "no" "AC" Fault
Use the following references to identify, troubleshoot,
and correct a no AC fault.
n
n

N6XX/N8XX Models

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LP-Manual Mode

DC-Manual Mode

In the LP-Manual Mode, LP gas is the only heat
energy source selected by the controls. When the
controls shift to LP-Manual mode:

The DC-Manual Mode is the only heat energy source
aknowledged and selected by the controls. When the
controls shift to DC-Manual mode:

1. The LP mode indicator ("LP") displays
and the controls start a 30 seconds
trial-for-ignition.

1. DC mode indicator ("dc") displays as
the controls start the seach for DC
power.

2. The LP mode indicator turns off when the
controls sense a flame. The ON LED
displays. See NOTE below.

2. The dc mode indicator turns off when the
controls shift to DC power. The ON LED
displays. See NOTE below.

NOTE 4

NOTE 6

Pressing the MODE switchbutton displays the "LP"
mode indicator.

Pressing the MODE switchbutton displays the "dc"
mode indicator.

Flame Fails to Ignite or Flame Goes Out
If the controls do not sense a flame within the 30
seconds trial-for-ignition, the controls:

No DC Power to DC Heater Circuit
If the controls do not sense that DC power is available
to the DC heater circuit, the controls:

1. Shut-off power to the solenoid gas valve.

1. Display the "dc" "HE" fault code.
Alternating

o
n

2. Set "gas lock-out." See NOTE 5 below.

Display

3. Display a flashing visual warning, "no" "FL"
(shown below).
4. Sound an audible alarm. The alarm is an
intermittent beeping tone. Pressing the mode
switchbutton silences the alarm.

2. Sound the audible alarm. The alarm is an
intermittent beeping tone. Pressing the mode
switchbutton silences the alarm.

Alternating

Display

NOTE 5
AUTO LP mode remains in "gas lock-out" until a full
cooling cycle on AUTO AC is completed. "Gas lockout" can also be cleared by turning the refrigerator OFF
then back ON.

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Display

AC
AUTO
1-COLD

LP GAS

TEMP
SET

ON
OFF

MODE

COLDEST-9

Figure 45. N62X0/N82X Optical Control Assembly.

Diagnostic Mode
The Diagnostic Mode uses nine diagnostic channels,
commonly known as "screens", to display "live"
inputs, outputs, and fault history. Each screen is
identified by a number, which shows in the optical
control assembly display. See Figure 45.

Accessing the Diagnostic Mode
To access the Diagnostic Mode:
1. Press and hold both the

MODE

and

TEMP
SET

buttons at the same time.

The N62X/N82X optical control display uses a single 7segment LED module to display diagnostic
information. Information made up of two letter or
numbers display in an alternating sequence. Fault
history information, "live" inputs, and outputs, are
presented using lighted LED segments. The
diagnostic LED segments, if present, displays after
the screen number turns off. Diagnostic LED
segments identification numbers. See Figure 46.

2. Release the
screen

MODE

and

TEMP
SET

as soon as

displays.

3. A few seconds later,

displays.

Changing Screens
To change screens, Press

the button until the

MODE

next screen displays.
Exiting the Diagnostic Mode
To exit the Diagnostic Mode:
.
1. Press and hold the

1
2
4

2. Release the

Figure 46. Diagnostic LEDs Segments Identification.

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TEMP
SET

buttons at

MODE

and

TEMP
SET

buttons as soon as

the LED segment that represents the selected
operation mode appears on the display (AUTO,
AC, or LP GAS).

6
7

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and

the same time.

MODE

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Screens and Diagnostic Segments Information

Screen

Diagnostic Mode Active

Screen

Screen 1 confirms that the Diagnostic Mode is active. A
few seconds after the number displays, all LED
segments light. See illustration

If the LED segments do not match the illustration, the
fault is in the optical control display.

Thermistor Fin Temperature

Screen 3 shows the actual fin temperature being
sensed by the thermistor. This is not the fresh food
cabinet air temperature. The illustration shows 30°F fin
temperature as displayed in screen 3.

2 Seconds

Screen
Number

Blank
Screen
(2 second
pause)

Replacing the optical control assembly should resolve
this fault.

Press the

Screen

MODE

button to bring up screen 2.

Press the

LED Segments Reliability Check

Screen 2 continues to confirm the reliability of the
display. The screen should go completely blank after
the screen number is displayed.

= 30°F

1 Second

MODE

Screen

button to bring up screen 4.

Stored Fault History

Screen 4 displays stored fault history using lighted LED
segments. The illustration provides fault history
information and assigned LED segments. If a fault
occurred, its assigned LED will light.
Ignition fault
1

Door ajar
AC mode selected
but not available

DC voltage low

DC voltage high

4
5

AC relay stuck closed

6
7

AC heater failed open

If an LED segment displays, the fault is in the optical
control assembly.

Press the

Replacing the optical control assembly should resolve
this fault.

Screen

Press the

MODE

button to bring up screen 3.

MODE

button to bring up screen 5.

Stored Fault History

Screen 5 also displays stored fault history using lighted
LED segments. The illustration provides fault history
information and assigned LED segments. If a fault
occurred, its assigned LED will light.
Thermistor failure.
1

Flame sense failure

3
4

AC voltage low

Press the
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MODE

AC voltage high

button to bring up screen 6.
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Screen

Erase Fault History Data

Screen

Screen 6 provides a way to erase stored fault history
from memory. To erase stored fault history:
TEMP
SET

1. Press and hold the

button when

and

Power Board Outputs

Screen 8 display "live" power board outputs using
lighted LED segments. The illustration below provides
"live" outputs information and assigned LED segments.
If the power board output is active or "live," the
assigned LED will light.

display.

AC power to AC heater
1

TEMP
SET

2. Release the

button when

and

3
4

display.

DC power to
light switch

DC power to divider heater
DC power to gas valve
DC power to ignition circuit

3. Wait five seconds.
TEMP
SET

4. Press and hold the

button until

and

Press the

MODE

button to bring up screen 9.

display again.
Press the

Screen

MODE

button to bring up screen 7.

Power Board Inputs

Screen

Screen 7 displays "live" power board inputs using
lighted LED segments. The illustration below provides
"live" inputs information and assigned LED segments. If a
power board input is active or "live", its assigned
LED will light.

Power Board DC Voltage Status

Screen 9 display power board DC voltage status using
lighted LED segments. The illustration below provides
DC voltage status and assigned LED segments. If DC
voltage at the power board within normal range (10.5
to 15.4 Vdc), LED segment 4 will be on.
DC voltage higher than 15.4 volts

Food compartment light
is off and door is closed
1
1

Sensing burner flame

Thermistor sensing
fin temperature

DC voltage normal

DC voltage lower than 10.5 volts

Press the

MODE

button to bring up screen 8.

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Display

1-COLD COLDEST-9

TEMP
SET

MODE

ON-OFF

Figure 47. Models N64X/N84X Optical Control Assembly.

Diagnostic Mode
The Diagnostic Mode uses ten diagnostic channels,
commonly known as "screens", to display "live"
inputs, outputs, and fault history. Each screen is
identified by a number, which shows in the optical
control assembly display. See Figure 47.

Accessing the Diagnostic Mode
To access the Diagnostic Mode:
1. Press and hold both the

and
MODE

TEMP
SET

buttons at

the same time.
The N64X/N84X optical control display uses a dual 7segment LED module to display the screen number
and diagnostic information. Information made up of four
letters or digits displays in an alternating sequence.
Fault history, "live" inputs, and outputs is presented
using LED segments. The diagnostic LED segments, if
present, display to the right of the screen number.
Diagnostic LED segments identification numbers. See
Figure 48.

and
MODE

TEMP
SET

displays.
3. A few seconds later,

displays.

Changing Screens
To change screens, press and hold the
until the next screen displays.

1. Press and hold

and
MODE

button
MODE

TEMP
SET

buttons at the

same time.

4
5

as soon as screen

Exiting the Diagnostic Mode
To exit the Diagnostic Mode:

1
2

2. Release the

and
MODE

display shows

Figure 48. Diagnostic LEDs Segments Identification.

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TEMP
SET

buttons as soon as the

ON Light

Turning the refrigerator OFF then back ON also exits
the Diagnostic Mode.

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Screens and Diagnostic Segments Information
Screen

Diagnostic Mode Active

Screen

Screen 1 confirms that the Diagnostic Mode is active. A
few seconds after the screen number appears, all LED
segments light. See illustration.

Stored Fault History

Screen 4 displays stored fault history using lighted LED
segments. The illustration provides fault history
information and assigned LED segments . If a fault
occurred, its assigned fault history LED will be on.
Door ajar

Ignition fault
1

If the screen segments do not match the ones shown in
the illustration, the fault is in the optical control
assembly. Replacing the optical control should resolve
the fault.
Press the

button to bring up screen 2.

Screen
Number

DC voltage high
AC relay stuck closed

4
6

5
7

AC heater failed open

AC mode selected
but not available

Press the

MODE

DC voltage low

* 3-way models

button to bring up screen 5.
MODE

Screen

LED Segments Reliability Check

Screen 2 diagnostics continue to confirm the reliability of
the display. After a few seconds only the ON light
displays. All other LED segments should be off. See
illustration.

Screen

Stored Fault History

Screen 5 also displays stored fault history using lighted
LED segments. The illustration provides fault history
information and assigned LED segments . If a fault
occurred, its assigned fault history LED will be on.
Flame sense failure

Thermistor failure.
1

ON Light

Screen
Number

4
5

The ON light should be the only LED displayed. If any
other LED displays, the fault is in the optical control
assembly. Replacing the optical control should resolve
the fault.

DC relay stuck closed*
DC heater failed open*
AC voltage high
* 3-way models

AC voltage low

button to bring up screen 6.

Press the
MODE

Press the

button to bring up screen 3.

Screen

MODE

Screen

Thermistor Fin Temperature

Screen 3 displays the actual fin temperature being
sensed by the thermistor. This is not the fresh food
cabinet air temperature. The illustration shows 32°F fin
temperature as displayed in screen 3.

Erase Fault History

Screen 6 provides a way to erase fault history from
memory. To erase fault history:
1. Press and hold the

button when

TEMP
SET

button when

button to bring up screen 4.

shows on the

screen.
3. Wait five seconds.
4. Press and hold the button until

Press the

shows

on the screen.
2. Release the

= 32°F

TEMP
SET

show on the

screen.

MODE

Press the

button to bring up screen 7.
MODE

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Power Board Inputs

Screen

Power Board DC Voltage Status

Screen 9 displays DC voltage status using lighted LED
segments. The illustration below provides DC voltage
status information and assigned LED segments. If DC
voltage at the power board within normal range (10.5
to 15.4 Vdc), LED segment 4 will be on.

Food comparment light
is off and door is closed

Sensing burner flame
1

Screen
Number

Thermistor sensing
fin temperature

DC voltage higher than 15.4 volts
1

Screen
Number

DC voltage normal

DC voltage lower than 10.5 volts

Press the

button to bring up screen 8.
MODE

Screen

button to bring up screen 0.
MODE

Power Board Outputs

Screen

Screen 8 displays "live" power board outputs using
lighted LED segments. The illustration below provides
"live" outputs information and assigned LED segments.
If a power board output is active or "live," its
assigned output LED will be on.

Power Board AC Voltage Status

Screen 0 displays AC voltage status using lighted LED
segments. The illustration below provides AC voltage
status information and assigned LED segments. If AC
voltage at the power board within normal range (108
to 132 Vac), LED segment 4 will be on.

DC power to DC heater*

AC voltage higher than 132 volts

AC power to AC heater
1

1
2

Screen
Number

3
4

DC power to divider heater
DC power to gas valve
DC power to ignition circuit

Screen
Number

AC voltage normal

DC power to light switch

Press the

AC voltage lower than 108 volts
*3-way models

button to bring up screen 9.
MODE

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Press the

button to return to screen 1.
MODE

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ICE MAKER
The ice maker is a factory installed accessory. The
components that support the ice maker are the water
valve, water fill line, water fill tube, and the wire
harness. The ice maker and components are shown in
Figure 49.

Water Valve

Wire Harness

Figure 49(c) shows an ice maker solenoid water valve
without a 12 Vdc water line heater.

The wire harness, Figure 49(a) has four wires.
n Black–line (L) voltage with thermal fuse for ice

mold overheating protection. It has an insulated female
quick-connect terminal.
n White–neutral (N). The insulated male quick-

connect terminal is the 120 Vac neutral (N) conductor .
n Brown–supplies 120 Vac power to the water valve

solenoid during the fill cycle. It connects to water valve
solenoid M terminal.
n Green–ground. Connects to the metal cabinet

metal plate along with the 120 Vac power cord ground
wire.

Figure 49(b) shows an ice maker solenoid water valve
that has a 12 Vdc water line heater. The 12 Vdc heater
is controlled by a thermostatic switch mounted on the
valve's mounting bracket.

Specifications
Cycle ....................... One revolution (eject and water fill)
Water fill capacity ............................ 4.7 fl. oz. (140 mL)
Ice yield ............................ 3.5 lbs/24 hrs. (approximate)
Cycle duration ...................................... 3.5 to 7 minutes
Voltage ............................................................... 120Vac
Amp draw
Cycle on/heater on ............................................... 1.6 A
Cycle on/heater off ............................................... 0.3 A
Cycle off .................................................. No amp draw
Motor ....................................................... 1.5 W/8800 Ω
Mold Heater ................................................ 185 W/72 Ω

Fill Tube
The fill tube is foamed into the top of the cabinet. It is
not a replaceable component.

Cover

Fill Tube

(a)

Shut-Off Arm
Ice Maker

Black = L
White = N
Brown = V
Green = Ground

Ice Bin

Connector

Thermal Fuse

Wire Harness
(b)

(c)

120 Vac Terminals

Foil Type
Water Line
Heater

Heater
Wire Leads

Water Valve Assembly
with water line heater

Water Valve Assembly
without water line heater

Figure 49. Ice Maker.

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Ice Maker Troubleshooting Chart
Problem
n

No ice in mold/no ice
yield.

Probable Cause

Remedy

A. No AC power to ice maker

A. Check AC power supply.

B. No water available to ice
maker.

B. Check water supply to ice maker water.

C. Water valve strainer clogged.

D. Test water valve operation (see page 69).

C. Clean water valve inlet strainer.

D. Water valve failure.
n

Ice in mold/no ice yield.

n Mold dripping water/
overflowing.

A. No AC power available.

A. Check AC power supply.

B. Shut-off arm in the OFF
position.

B. Lower the shut-off arm to the ON
position.

C. Mold over filled.

C. Check position of water valve orifice.

D. Water valve washer seal
damaged.

D. Replace water valve.

A. Water fill adjustment screw
set incorrectly.

A. Reset the water adjustment screw.
B. Replace water valve

B. Water valve washer seal
damaged.
n

Ice maker will not cycle,
AC power available.

A. Mold heater failed open.

A. See page 68.

B. Motor failure.

B. See pages 68 and 69.

C. Mold thermostat failure.

C. See page 68.

D. Wire harness thermal fuse
open.

D. See page 69.

Replacing the Ice maker
To remove the existing ice maker (see Figure 50):
1. Unplug the refrigerator or ice maker AC power cord
from the RV AC power receptacle.
2. Remove the freezer bolts along with the flat
washers (two, 1 inch long screws).
3. Remove two upper mounting screws (two, 1/2 inch
screws).
4. Unplug the wire harness from the ice maker.
5. Remove two mounting plate screws (two Phillips
head screws), then remove the mounting plate.
6. Remove the shut-off arm and install it in the new
ice maker.
7. Attach the mounting plate to the bottom of the new
ice maker (two Phillips head screws). Tighten
screws firmly.
8. Plug the wire harness into the ice maker. Make
sure the plug locking tab locks the plug in the
connector.
9. Attach the mounting plate to the freezer plate (two,
1 inch long screws with washers)
10. Attach the upper mounting brackets to the freezer
plate (two, 1/2 inch screws).
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11. Tighten all screws firmly.
12. Plug the AC cord in the RV AC power receptacle.

Cover

Mounting Screws

Bottom
Mounting Screws
(2 each)
Freezer Plate Screws (2)
(1 in. long with washer)

Figure 50. Ice Maker Mounting Hardware.

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Cycle Test
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M

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Cycle testing the ice maker will confirm if the mold
heater energizes and motor complete a full cycle.
However, if the ejector fingers are trapped in the ice
allow the ice to partially thaw before cycle testing the
ice maker.
To cycle test the ice maker:

1. Shut off the water supply to the ice maker water valve.

Shut-Off Arm
(ON position)

2. Remove the ice maker cover.
3. Place the shut-off arm in the ON position (down).
4. Make sure 120 VAC is available to the ice maker.

87 III TRUE RMS MULTIMETER

MIN MAX

5. Measure voltage across test points L and N. See Figure
51. Voltage reading should be between 108 to 120 Vac. If
no voltage present, check the continuity of the ice maker
wire harness.

RANGE

HOLD

REL
4 1/2 DIGITS
1 Seconds

mA
A

108 to 120 Vac

µA

OFF

mA µA

COM

10A MAX
FUSED

400mA MAX
FUSED

CAT II

1000V MAX

Figure 51. Test points L and N.

NOTE

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LY
AL

Shorting test points T and H will start the cycle. Remove
the jumper wire from test points T and H when a click
sound is heard or immediately after 15 seconds of
shorting terminals T and H.

PEAK MIN MAX

mV
V

WARNING:

Burn hazard! The mold heater will heat the bottom
of the mold. Handle or grasp the ice maker by its
sides when performing a cycle test.

V
T

Shut-Off Arm
(ON position)

Insulated Jumper Wire
(14 AWG with 1/2" stripped ends)

6. Short terminals T and H. An insulated jumper wire 14
AWG with 1/2 inch stripped ends is recommended. See
Figure 52. The following events should take place during
the cycle:
a. The mold heater begins to heat the mold.
b. The ice maker ejector starts to cycle.
c. About 15 seconds into the cycle, the thermostat
produces a “click” sound.

Figure 52. Test points T and H.

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Water fill adjustment
alignment indicator
Water fill
adjustment
screw

V
T
L

d. As the ejector fingers reach the 12 o'clock position
the water valve energizes.
6. If the water valve does not remain energized between 3.5
and 7.5 seconds, see Water Fill Adjustment, page 70.

TE MA
NU

ROTA
OT

Y
LL

Remove the jumper wire immediately after hearing the
"click" sound or 15 seconds after shorting terminals T
and H. Failing remove to the jumper wire will cause
damage to the heater and/or overheat the mold, which
will ruin the ice maker.

Figure 53. Water Fill Adjustment Screw and
Indicator.

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Water Fill Adjustment
The ice maker water fill adjustment is factory set.
Tampering with the water adjustment screw may cause
the water valve to close before the mold is filled to
normal level or exceed the mold water level. If the valve
closes before the mold is filled to capacity, the ice
cubes produced will be small and thin. If the water
valve remains open longer than 7.5 seconds, the water
level in the mold will be above the normal level. The
excess water above the normal level tends to form a
layer of ice that fuses all the ice cubes. The surface
tension created by the extra layer of ice prevents the
ejector from removing the ice cubes from the mold.

Turning the screw varies the location of the adjustable
internal copper contact. The small hole in the contact
should be in the center of the module housing hole
(alignment indicator). With the hole centered, the
water valve should remain open approximately 7.5
seconds.

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N
M

ATE MA
ROT
NU
A

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Y
LL

The water fill adjustment screw location is shown in
Figure 53, page 69. Turning the screw 1/4 turn in a
clockwise or counterclockwise direction varies the fill
by 0.34 fl. oz. (10 mL).

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V
T
L

Insulated jumper wire
(14 AWG with 1/2-stripped ends)

Figure 54. Energizing water valve through test
points V and L.

Low Ice Yield
The thermostat initiates the cycle when the
temperature of the mold is approximately 14°F. For the
ice maker mold to reach 14°F, the freezer temperature
must be maintained at or below 0°F. In gas absorption
refrigerators low ice yield may be caused by poor
cooling unit ventilation, which will directly affects
freezer temperature.

Water Valve Operation Test
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Water Valve Solenoid Resistance

T
L

Always disconnect the ice maker AC power cord
before taking resistance readings on the water valve
solenoid.

MIN MAX

RANGE

HOLD

REL
4 1/2 DIGITS
1 Seconds

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Shut-Off Arm
(ON position)

PEAK MIN MAX

mV
mA
A

µA

Resistance values: 295 to 360 Ω.
OL: check for loose wire harness connections at
the water valve or an open solenoid coil.
00.0 Ω: indicates a short between the ice maker
and the water valve.

87 III TRUE RMS MULTIMETER

To contact test points V and N, the resistance meter's
probes must be at least 1/2 inch long. See Figure 55.
n
n

TE MA
ROTA
NU

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LY
AL

Test water valve operation by shorting points V and L
using an insulated jumper wire. See Figure 54.
Shorting points V and L energizes the valve's solenoid.
When energized, the solenoid will make an audible
click and continuous buzzing sound until the jumper
wire is removed.

OFF

mA µA

COM

295 to 360 ohms

10A MAX
FUSED

400mA MAX
FUSED

CAT II

1000V MAX

Figure 55. Measuring water valve solenoid
resistance across points V and N.

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Mold Heater Resistance Check
Unplug the ice maker AC power cord before taking any
resistance readings on the ice maker.

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Resistance values: 71 to 79 Ω.
Replace the ice maker if the mold heater
resistance is not within 71 and 79 Ω.

TE MA
ROTA
NU

LY
AL

To contact test points L and H, the test probes must
be at least 1/2 inch long. Connect the multimeter's
probes as shown in Figure 56.
n
n

WB1

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V
T
L

Shut-Off Arm
(ON position)

Checking Voltage at Motor Terminals
Make sure AC power is available to the ice maker
before taking voltage readings across test points N
and M.

87 III TRUE RMS MULTIMETER

MIN MAX

HOLD

PEAK MIN MAX

mV
mA
A

µA

OFF

mA µA

To contact test points N and M, the test probes must
be at least 1/2 inch long. Figure 57 shows the
multimeter connections to points N and M to measure
voltage. The voltage across points L and M should be
108 to 132 Vac. If no voltage is detected, make sure
replace the ice maker.

RANGE

REL
4 1/2 DIGITS
1 Seconds

COM

400mA MAX
FUSED

10A MAX
FUSED

CAT II

1000V MAX

Figure 56. Measuring mold heater
resistance across test points L
and H.

Winterizing the Ice Maker Water
To winterize the ice maker:

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1. Shut off the RV water supply to the ice maker.

4. Disconnect the ice maker water supply line from the
water valve. Do not unwrap the water line heater wire
from the water valve outlet connection.
.
5. Allow the water to drain from the RV water supply line
and the ice maker water line.

TE MA
ROTA
NU

3. Disconnect the garden hose adapter from the water
valve.

LY
AL

2. Lower the ice maker shut-off arm to the off position.

V
T
L

Shut-Off Arm
(ON position)

87 III TRUE RMS MULTIMETER

6. Protect connections by bagging and taping RV water
supply connection, the ice maker water line connection,
and the water valve connections

MIN MAX

RANGE

HOLD

REL
4 1/2 DIGITS
1 Seconds

PEAK MIN MAX

mV
mA
A

µA

OFF

mA µA

COM

10A MAX
FUSED

400mA MAX
FUSED

CAT II

1000V MAX

Figure 57. Checking voltage to motor across test
points N and M.

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Ice Maker

Thermal
Fuse
Green

Solenoid
Water Valve

Brown

Green

White
Black (ribbed)

White
Black

Black (smooth)
AC Power Cord
Power Board

N64X IM/N84XIM – Wiring Pictorial for Ice Maker Wired to Refrigerator AC Cord.

Switch
(Shut-off arm)

OFF
Mold Heater

Thermal Fuse

Thermostat

Black
White
NC
Ground

Green

Solenoid
(water valve)

Fill switch NO

Motor

Brown
NC

Motor switch

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Ice Maker

Thermal
Fuse
Ground
Connection

GRN / VERT

Solenoid
Water Valve

WHT / BLANC

BLK / NOIR

NEUTRAL (RIBBED) /
NEUTRE (À NERVURES)

N
G
L

WHT / BLANC

BRN BRUN

HOT(SMOOTH)/
CHAUD (PLAT)

AC Power Cord

N64X IM/N84XIM – Wiring Pictorial for Ice Maker Wired to White AC Power Cord

Switch
(Shut-off arm)

OFF
Mold Heater

Thermal Fuse

Thermostat

Black
White
NC
Ground

Green

Solenoid
(water valve)

Fill switch NO

Motor

Brown
NC

Motor switch

N64X IM/N84XIM – Wiring Schematic for Ice Maker Wired to White AC Power Cord

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Publication No. 619394E (0-28-04)

N61X/N81X

N62X/N82X

N64X/N84X/N64X.3/N84X.3

NORCOLD®
P. O. Box 4248
Sidney, OH 45365-4248

NORCOLD CUSTOMER SERVICE
Telephone ............................... 1-800-444-7210
Fax ............................................... 937-497-3183
World Wide Web ........... www. norcold.com/cda

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