dometic refrigerator not staying cold
I recently purchased a 1982 TT with a refrigerator which was not the original. I cannot find a part number anywhere but it is an older domestic brand 120v/12v/propane model without electronics. When...
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How close did you position the "boards" (baffle?) to the rear of frig? Have no idea what's appropriate for older units, but most of the newer units the baffle must be less than 1" away from the coils.
Does this baffle extend just above and below the lowest and highest part of the coils on the rear of the frig? If not, it should.
Was the area between this baffle and the exterior wall of your TT open? If yes, I believe this should be blocked off with insulation or something to prevent this open area from interfering with the overall air flow from bottom to top on the frig side of the baffle.
Not sure if that fan you're using is being effective or not. Sounds like it's too small. You may want to try using a regular 110v portable fan positioned at the bottom vent as a test (blowing in). If it improves cooling substantially, then at least you know the frig is capable of cooling better.
BTW, what are the ambient temps in your area?
Does this baffle extend just above and below the lowest and highest part of the coils on the rear of the frig? If not, it should.
Was the area between this baffle and the exterior wall of your TT open? If yes, I believe this should be blocked off with insulation or something to prevent this open area from interfering with the overall air flow from bottom to top on the frig side of the baffle.
Not sure if that fan you're using is being effective or not. Sounds like it's too small. You may want to try using a regular 110v portable fan positioned at the bottom vent as a test (blowing in). If it improves cooling substantially, then at least you know the frig is capable of cooling better.
BTW, what are the ambient temps in your area?
