just tried using fridge for 1st time, doesn't seem to work. Took it out and only mains was wired to it, so i plugged it in again and it doesn't seem to do anything
Do they make any noise ?
Cheers
Elux 3 way fridge probs
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Elux 3 way fridge probs
Hi,
just tried using fridge for 1st time, doesn't seem to work. Took it out and only mains was wired to it, so i plugged it in again and it doesn't seem to do anything
Do they make any noise ?
Cheers
just tried using fridge for 1st time, doesn't seem to work. Took it out and only mains was wired to it, so i plugged it in again and it doesn't seem to do anything
Do they make any noise ?
Cheers
frig probs
Try turning it upside down (not conected) for a few hours, and try again
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how long did you leave it on for? They make no noise (except maybe the gas burning if you listen VERY carefully) but do take a long time to cool down. Leave it on for a while and feel the pipes on the back. If they are getting hot something is working.
Oh, and they MUST be level to get cool.
Oh, and they MUST be level to get cool.
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No they're silent and take at least an hour of operation to show any coldness - in the icebox (if it's got one) should get cold first.
Have a look at the Swift Caravan Owners Club website for a good info page on these fridges.
Oh and they must be virtually level (max 3 degs out in either plane) - it's about the circulation of the coolant...
Have a look at the Swift Caravan Owners Club website for a good info page on these fridges.
Oh and they must be virtually level (max 3 degs out in either plane) - it's about the circulation of the coolant...
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in case you don't know, these fridges are high current consumers. You can only run them on a battery for a short time without the engine running.
As for a coolbox. It depends what you want. Remember they are COOLboxes. If you want something that's noisy, can't make ice and still eats amps at an alarming rate try it.
I know I said level but Keith is more accurate with 3 degrees. That is a slope of about 1 in 20 which is quite tolerant. Newer fridges are less critical and can work at up to 6 degrees. Try parking on that sort of slope and see if you are still comfortable in bed!
I have one of these to help me park.....
http://sbmcc.co.uk/forum/index.php?act= ... st&id=1103
As for a coolbox. It depends what you want. Remember they are COOLboxes. If you want something that's noisy, can't make ice and still eats amps at an alarming rate try it.
I know I said level but Keith is more accurate with 3 degrees. That is a slope of about 1 in 20 which is quite tolerant. Newer fridges are less critical and can work at up to 6 degrees. Try parking on that sort of slope and see if you are still comfortable in bed!
I have one of these to help me park.....
http://sbmcc.co.uk/forum/index.php?act= ... st&id=1103
Dave
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schnecke' my van, an 84 1,9 watercooled hi-top
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