Our refrigerator is great when set at 4 on AC, but when we switch to Propane it takes several hours to remain cool, even when set on the coldest setting. It's on level ground, and propane tank is full. Is there a "secret" to keeping it cold with propane? We've had it for several months, and this seems to be a new issue. We had trouble keeping it at a steady temperature during our first month-long trip, but recently it seems like the propane setting is very warm. Any suggestions?

Have you purged the propane lines before starting out? If your propane has been turned off, then just turn it on before leaving that could be the problem.

We use the propane for the hot water heater, so would it need to be "purged"? If so, how do I do that?

First, check to see if the gas flame is lighting when you have it set for gas. If not, you have your answer for why it is not cooling. Then find and fix that problem.

I hate to be dense, but this is a new camper for us. Where do I check to see if the gas is lighting???

Outside, there is a door panel that is the back of the refrigerator. Inside you will find the controls, and a gas burner. When you switch the control to gas, the burner should light. The flame is hard to see as it is inside the burner, but you can hear it. If you have an RV friend, get them to show it to you. From what you say, sounds like it is not lighting the burner, why is a different question. A good RV service person might be the best thing.

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lucytravel12
Explorer
May 01, 2016
Thanks - sounds like that might be my problem since the hot water heater does work. I'll go out and see what I can see - thanks!
Johno02
Explorer
May 01, 2016
Outside, there is a door panel that is the back of the refrigerator. Inside you will find the controls, and a gas burner. When you switch the control to gas, the burner should light. The flame is hard to see as it is inside the burner, but you can hear it. If you have an RV friend, get them to show it to you. From what you say, sounds like it is not lighting the burner, why is a different question. A good RV service person might be the best thing.
lucytravel12
Explorer
May 01, 2016
I hate to be dense, but this is a new camper for us. Where do I check to see if the gas is lighting???
Johno02
Explorer
May 01, 2016
First, check to see if the gas flame is lighting when you have it set for gas. If not, you have your answer for why it is not cooling. Then find and fix that problem.
lucytravel12
Explorer
May 01, 2016
We use the propane for the hot water heater, so would it need to be "purged"? If so, how do I do that?
donn0128
Explorer II
May 01, 2016
Have you purged the propane lines before starting out? If your propane has been turned off, then just turn it on before leaving that could be the problem.

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