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Baja_Man
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Sep 27, 2017

Refer / Freezer Temps

So, as you may have read, I just purchased a new to me 2016 TR 280RKS. I plugged it in at home to run AC, refer, and check out electrical items.

Are these fridge temps normal (Norcold)?
I believe temps are supposed to be as close to 37F for refer and 0 for freezer, as higher temps will spoil food.

Approx. Ambient temps 82F High; 48F Lows
Refer and Freezer are empty. Power is 120V
Temps from Acurite digital thermometers

First pic was refer on setting #3 - 09-23-17
Second Pic was on setting #5 (MAX) - 09-24-17

The MAX and MIN were ratings over 24 hours each day

It's supposed to be 92F High on Wed and Thurs of this week so I'll see what temps look like for these days.

Pic #1:



Pic #2:

  • I can't see your pictures due to my settings. I do know that my dometic on 120vt set at (3) is zero freezer and 35 fridge temps here days sitting full sun mid 80's nights mid 50's.
    I do know that cooling air with no mass is not good. I suggest filling your fridge with water bottles, soda, or my favorite beer. As these cool down they will hold the cold, and use less energy to keep things cool.