beemerphile1 wrote:
I would suggest that before you go messing with fans you should insure the refrigerator is installed correctly. Your manual will have very explicit directions about spacing and clearances, these directions are often ignored by the RV manufacturer.
Sometimes adding baffles or closing off a dead air space above the refrigerator is all that is needed to optimize function.
beemer....
I agree with the installation info. I reviewed the install manual and it states that there should be 1" max space behind refer. This is basically almost kissing the coils.
My space is more like 6". I'm sure this added space has the effect of more hot air hanging around coils, which means longer times for air to rise and exit roof vent and also equals more hot air warming coils.
Less space means less hot air around coils, air rises quicker as there is less of it, and ultimately cooler coil.
Is this logic about right?
Also, can I decrease the space down to 1" without removing the refer?
If so, how? Can I glue blocks foam against RV sidewall until I reach the 1" gap between the new wall of foam and refer?
Thoughts?
