Fridge replacement
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firetrader
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Fridge replacement
Hi , my T25 fridge has packed in and I have removed it, so I am embarking upon a research period, trying to ascertain the best way/product to buy, Just Kampers have a range of 12 v fridges that are described as only using 0.7 amp per hour, (JKR 50)has anyone any experience of these or for that matter any other alternative recommendations, my problem is buying one that fits right as behind the fridge there is a raft of things , some can be moved , but others are'nt easily movable , so a 500mm fridge deep means it sits proud for about 25-30 mm and not quite sure about it, any advice welcomed!
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colinthefox
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Re: Fridge replacement
There are heater elements behind the fridge that do 240V and/or 12V as applicable to your model. They are cheap enough and easy to replace. Any caravan repair place should have them.
If your fridge has not been used for a while, the refrigerant may have gone thick and won't circulate. If that is the case, then taking the fridge out and leaving it upside down overnight may get it going again, in which case running it occasionally should keep it working OK.
Both these problems have occured with my fridge but it's still working fine after repairs as above.
If it still works on gas suspect the elements. If it doesn't work at all suspect thick refrigerant. Always worth a try.
If your fridge has not been used for a while, the refrigerant may have gone thick and won't circulate. If that is the case, then taking the fridge out and leaving it upside down overnight may get it going again, in which case running it occasionally should keep it working OK.
Both these problems have occured with my fridge but it's still working fine after repairs as above.
If it still works on gas suspect the elements. If it doesn't work at all suspect thick refrigerant. Always worth a try.
1.9D (AEF) pop-top. Aaaaahhhhh........that's better.
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firetrader
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Re: Fridge replacement
Thanks Colin , no I am afraid the fridge is a hazard , it was spraying a yellow egg yoke substance all over the fridge, it was well past its best, took the safest route and removed as am using it this weekend, but thanks for the info.
Just a thought, whilst everything is out and laid bare, it is an ideal opportunity to tidy up the wiring and perhaps fit a solar panel as a charger, I don't know how effective a solar panel charger is in terms of supplying enough leisure battery recharge is other than the odd comment form friends, I think I know the answer, but its worth asking , is it worth delaying the fridge and having a solar panel installed? Does anyone know a reputable expert in electrics, solar panel installs in the Bolton area?
Just a thought, whilst everything is out and laid bare, it is an ideal opportunity to tidy up the wiring and perhaps fit a solar panel as a charger, I don't know how effective a solar panel charger is in terms of supplying enough leisure battery recharge is other than the odd comment form friends, I think I know the answer, but its worth asking , is it worth delaying the fridge and having a solar panel installed? Does anyone know a reputable expert in electrics, solar panel installs in the Bolton area?