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strange refridg problem

Rhodri
Explorer
Explorer
Our dometic rm362 (antique,I know) works just fine on 110v or propane when we are parked, but when we start driving, using propane, the temperature will get as high as 75 or 80 degrees internally. when we stop, temp goes back down again either propane or 110v. Weird right?
Again, sitting still cold, moving gets hot. Any ideas?
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Rhodri
Explorer
Explorer
I'll check out the roof vent and insulation. I did see some that might be an issue.

Old-Biscuit
Explorer III
Explorer III
Temp setting on MAX (which allows maximum gas flow/largest flame) and Flame still lit when you park ---doesn't blow out ----- then issue is with draft.

Check that roof venting for obstructions.

Check if you have any loose insulation that could be blown down from wind currents while traveling.

Problem is draft related.
Is it time for your medication or mine?


2007 DODGE 3500 QC SRW 5.9L CTD In-Bed 'quiet gen'
2007 HitchHiker II 32.5 UKTG 2000W Xantex Inverter
US NAVY------USS Decatur DDG31

MrWizard
Moderator
Moderator
Anything on the roof, behind the vent
Like a storage pod ?
Have you removed the vent cover and looked for obstructions
Like birds nest, or leaves
I can explain it to you.
But I Can Not understand it for you !

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bigfootford
Nomad II
Nomad II
Did it work ok at one time or is this a new to you RV?

Jim
2000 2500 9.6 Bigfoot,94 F250, Vision 19.5, Bilstein shocks, air bags/pump, EU2000, PD 9260, Two Redodo 100ah Mini's, Aims 2500 Conv/Inv, 200W. solar, Morningstar Sunsaver 15A/ display panel, Delorme/laptop for travel, Wave-3 heat.

Rhodri
Explorer
Explorer
It's an older class C with a roof vent. We turn it up to max, and the flame does not go out. I've thought about he possibility of a down draft but I can't figure out where it would come from. The roof vent appears to be just fine.

Old-Biscuit
Explorer III
Explorer III
What type of vehicle/rv is fridge in?
Venting.....roof vent or upper side wall vent?

When you travel do you turn fridge setting to MAX?

When you travel and fridge temps go up......then park is flame still lit or do you have to relight?

Need more info!
Is it time for your medication or mine?


2007 DODGE 3500 QC SRW 5.9L CTD In-Bed 'quiet gen'
2007 HitchHiker II 32.5 UKTG 2000W Xantex Inverter
US NAVY------USS Decatur DDG31

Dr_Quick
Explorer II
Explorer II
Possibly you are getting a down draft when you are moving. If you stop at a rest area, can you hear the flame operating, or is it out. I would check on the condition of the roof vent cover to make sure it is in good condition.
Dr Quick

Toddupton
Explorer
Explorer
Is the burner going out when you drive?