Atwood Helium Fridge problem
I have a 2012 Attwood Helium Fridge. Up until this weekend it's been working fine. The week I started getting a check gas message. I have lots of propane. The fridge tries to light but won't maint...
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Bill.Satellite wrote:Clay L wrote:Bill.Satellite wrote:Old-Biscuit wrote:pnichols wrote:
I'm curious ... what is "helium" refrigerator technology?
Helium replaces the Hydrogen in the absorption fridge.
Hydrogen? BOOM! I think you meant ammonia.
Nope, there is hydrogen in most of the RV refrigerators out there. It is used as part of the phase liquid/gas change process of the ammonia.
that is what catches fire from leaks. The helium is now being used instead of hydrogen because it won't burn.
I love this stuff......now, prove it!
Helium does NOT burn. It just REDUCES the chance of a chemical fire if it leaks. Hydrogen is more combustible. Until Atwood gets at least 30% of the OEM market, I will not use or recommend them. Doug
