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Norcold Refrigerator Error Code C1
Burner failed ignition and DC heater failed; 3-Way models only in AUTO mode (codes A1 or A2 occurred and DC heater is open).
SourceNorcold Refrigerator - Service Manual: 900 & 9100 Seriesp. 8, 13, 17
Diagnostic procedure
The full C1 procedure
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First diagnostic step
Correct input DC supply voltage (10.5 VDC min. - 15.4 VDC max.).
SourceNorcold Refrigerator - Service Manual: 900 & 9100 Seriesp. 8, 13, 17
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