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kjmaggart
Explorer
Sep 14, 2019

Dometic RM2551 fridge won't operate on propane

We are new to the camping / RV world so please excuse any rookie statements I make. We love the camper but are learning there are a number of maintenance issues. Our Dometic runs well on shore pow...
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kjmaggart
Explorer
Sep 15, 2019
Thanks so much everyone! Especially love the diagram on how the unit works. Excellent information. The camper is a 2013 Vista. The Mfg date on the Dometic RM2551 is 2011.

I have not pulled out the unit and inspected from the top down which is my next task. I did try to push the baffle upwards to see if there was any resistance which it wouldn't move.

The flame does not reach the inside of the flue. It is a small blue flame that is about 1/4 to 1/2 inch high.

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