Dometic RV Refrigerator Maintenance [How to Maintain Your RV Fridge]

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  • Опубліковано 13 гру 2024

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  • @TheNorthwoodsRVLife
    @TheNorthwoodsRVLife  2 роки тому +2

    Also, learn how to Operate your Domectic RV Refridgerator click here: ua-cam.com/video/8Jt06MEdrek/v-deo.html

  • @projet2907
    @projet2907 16 днів тому +1

    Thank you for this video and excellent close up.

  • @cowboyroy1961
    @cowboyroy1961 Місяць тому +1

    THANK YOU! This video saved my day. 👍👍

  • @seantonnesen1636
    @seantonnesen1636 6 місяців тому +4

    Thank you for this video. We were having trouble starting our frig on gas. I followed your steps and there is no more problems. Thanks again.

    • @TheNorthwoodsRVLife
      @TheNorthwoodsRVLife  5 місяців тому +1

      am glad it was helpful! thanks for watching and happy travels

  • @mattwaters6987
    @mattwaters6987 10 місяців тому +2

    Great video. Thanks for sharing this. 👍 😊

  • @Anna-e4p4o
    @Anna-e4p4o 3 місяці тому +1

    Absolutely an excellent video, very informative and extremely helpful in doing maintenance on the dometic refrigerator!! Thank you !!!!!!!!

  • @thimothelamoureux5718
    @thimothelamoureux5718 Рік тому +4

    Thanks for making this video. It allows me everything I need to tackle this tomorrow! You were very clear on all the steps

  • @shariphilpott472
    @shariphilpott472 5 місяців тому +1

    This was really helpful and gave me confidence I can clean up/maintain my fridge components. Thank you!

  • @BoxVanDee
    @BoxVanDee 2 роки тому +5

    Very clear and understandable instructions for maintaining the rv fridge. Good job.

  • @randydolff170
    @randydolff170 2 роки тому +1

    Hi from a Canadian rv er ,like your video ,put fan on top vent makes fridge work much better,draws 1amp use with power hook up . Also start fridge 2 days before trip and put frozen ice bottle in freezer and one in fridge crisper drawer when leaving never have any problem with temp in fridge.
    Big Ben GD 2600RB.

  • @guymartinson3896
    @guymartinson3896 Рік тому +1

    Good Video. You covered every key point of the cleaning routine.

  • @memmaydamon
    @memmaydamon Рік тому +3

    I was confused on the chimney instruction, I thought you were going to pull it out for inspection. Good video though, it reduced my stress about checking out our own old rv fridge. Thank you.

  • @clintstevenson1214
    @clintstevenson1214 Рік тому

    Excellent video. Highly educational Thank you!

  • @PeteMoss1021
    @PeteMoss1021 Рік тому

    Thank you for your guidance. Worked like a charm.

  • @johnleach740
    @johnleach740 2 роки тому +3

    Good video. Maybe should have showed how to clean gas oriface in burner outlet.

  • @ThriftyAngela
    @ThriftyAngela 2 роки тому +2

    Very helpful! RV maintenance is very important. Great video. Thanks for sharing!

  • @MarlaKreider
    @MarlaKreider 8 місяців тому +1

    This was so helpful, thank you!

  • @captianstank3791
    @captianstank3791 4 місяці тому

    I like they way you explain information.

  • @DavidWilliams-gu7mc
    @DavidWilliams-gu7mc 4 місяці тому

    Thanks Cory,, your a good guy.

  • @mnnomad1870
    @mnnomad1870 3 місяці тому

    I have a question about the silicone sealant that goes around the outside edge of the access frame on the back of the refrigerator. I don't know if at one time the previous owners didn't have a drain tube installed but on the bottom of the frame on the back access panel there are like three open areas that don't have sealant on them and you can see where it has some streaks of drainage going on. It is still open to the smaller bugs and insects and there is a flexible tube drain now installed. I just wondered if I shouldn't take some silicone and finish sealing up that bottom area of the frame? Also - I was having a problem with a water leak coming in my MaxAir exhaust fan in my bathroom that sits pretty close to the refrigerator. Turns out I had a bad refrigerator roof vent and had to take it to Camping World for replacement. When I got it back home and set up to check out my new and improved refrigerator roof vent I let the refrigerator cool down quite a bit or at least run and when I went out to check on it it hadn't cooled down much in the refrigerator compartment but it was pretty normal in the freezer compartment. Let it run a little bit more and I went out and opened the door to my camper I was met with a blast of hot air like the furnace had been left on but was not. Long question but I'm wondering if Camping World got the wrong refrigerator roof vent or some problem with the replacement process plugging up the flu? This was very unlike my refrigerator with the previous refrigerator roof vent. The heat didn't seem to be escaping the refrigerator compartment and was actually transferring heat into the walls and ceiling of my camper not to mention the roof was getting hot and tacky. I guess I'm glad I didn't try it on LP mode. 🔥 Thank you for the very informative videos as I am doing my best to stay away from Camping World in my maintenance and repairs.

  • @maryrentscher2316
    @maryrentscher2316 2 роки тому +2

    Very useful demo, thank you! I have also read that the chimney above the flame should be examined / cleaned with compressed air in case of any bugs or debris . What do you think?

  • @williamfry6087
    @williamfry6087 8 місяців тому

    Thanks for the video, I am going to do this now. found some leaves and dust. Be sure the ignitor is not touching the burner tuber when installing it. I got it a bit crooked and its was resting on the burner tube. Backed off the screw and adjusted it. A flashlight helps.

  • @BobRoberts-d1l
    @BobRoberts-d1l 5 місяців тому +2

    where do you get the insect screens

    • @TheNorthwoodsRVLife
      @TheNorthwoodsRVLife  5 місяців тому

      Here you go! I had to do a little bit of trimming with some tin snips to get a real good fix and installs with zip strips.thanks for watching amzn.to/3Rtih9u

  • @G_RAThbun
    @G_RAThbun Рік тому

    Very good video oh, one thing I noticed is I don't have a thermal coupler. Not there anyways I don't know where it is if I do have one at all you would think I would have to but I took that thing apart and change the igniter and didn't say a thermal coupler anywhere

  • @keithharrison7688
    @keithharrison7688 Рік тому +1

    Very well explained.

  • @richardobousy3910
    @richardobousy3910 6 місяців тому +1

    Great video! Thanks. 🎉

  • @reggydunlop5770
    @reggydunlop5770 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the great video

  • @AvengerRVAdventure
    @AvengerRVAdventure 2 роки тому +1

    Great information Cory! Thanks for the informative video. Steve

    • @TheNorthwoodsRVLife
      @TheNorthwoodsRVLife  2 роки тому +1

      Glad you found it helpful! Thanks for stopping by and watching Steve, always a welcome to see fimilar faces in the comments.

  • @terrysmith7076
    @terrysmith7076 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the video very good information I’m going to do the service on my refrigerator.

  • @AngelaNichols-rg6kq
    @AngelaNichols-rg6kq Рік тому +2

    Checking out the area on mine… the chimney is very hot, as is the pump on the left. Still couldn’t get igniter switch to click but wanted to ask about the heat..what would be considered as too hot?

    • @TheNorthwoodsRVLife
      @TheNorthwoodsRVLife  Рік тому

      the chimney can get very warm to the touch, specially near the electric heating element or near the burner when running on propane. As for not being about to get the ignigher switch to click, there are a couple fuses under the black contraol panel cover on the left side.

  • @GeorgeWesolowski
    @GeorgeWesolowski 5 місяців тому +1

    How would you clean the orifice?

    • @TheNorthwoodsRVLife
      @TheNorthwoodsRVLife  5 місяців тому

      If it should need it just a very small paper clip or needle

  • @juangamez2741
    @juangamez2741 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you. Great info and how to

  • @mikebalbas311
    @mikebalbas311 Рік тому +1

    Very informative. Could you please tell me where the interior light fuse is located?

    • @TheNorthwoodsRVLife
      @TheNorthwoodsRVLife  Рік тому

      Am sure you've checked the 12v fuse in your electrical panel, there are also a couple of fuses that are behind the black plastic cover shown on the left side in the video at 2:11 as well as a possible inline fuse on the red wire in that same location. I am not sure what fuse would power the light, but the light switch in the domestics often goes bad as well. Hope that helps and thanks for watching.

  • @gotmymojoworking2010
    @gotmymojoworking2010 6 місяців тому +1

    ❤good video. I do every thing you did. I also tap on chimney to knock rust and carbon down.
    I blow out the main jet if it needs it.
    I go inside and use a Turkey baster and shoot some warm water in drain hole on drain tray. That way I know its clear

  • @PeaceIntheValley
    @PeaceIntheValley 5 місяців тому +1

    I don't see the drain hose. Where would it be connected on the back of the fridge?

    • @kawaiisenshi2401
      @kawaiisenshi2401 4 місяці тому

      My question is what the drain is for 😅
      Is that to remove the condensation???

  • @schultzy20
    @schultzy20 Рік тому +2

    I would never remember how to put all that stuff back together though haha

    • @prusheedful
      @prusheedful 7 місяців тому

      I take pictures as I go

  • @tombloom2623
    @tombloom2623 2 роки тому +1

    Very helpful! Thank you.

  • @Z22ZINFS
    @Z22ZINFS Рік тому

    I use my leaf blower to blow air up the chimney to ensure no leaves or other debris is in there or the roof vent.

  • @tkjensli
    @tkjensli Рік тому

    🖐 very good, thank you so mutch!👍👍👍

  • @goducks11111
    @goducks11111 Рік тому +1

    Good video 📷📸📷

  • @BoondockingWithBoomer
    @BoondockingWithBoomer 2 роки тому +1

    Great VID Cory - question do you use any sort of fire suppression system behind your fridge? thanks Lance

    • @TheNorthwoodsRVLife
      @TheNorthwoodsRVLife  2 роки тому

      I don't yet, but they are on my list of wants after a fridge fire with the first travel trailer we had. They make the tubes filled with FM200 and the run in the $150-$200 price range.

  • @BrandonWhite-d7h
    @BrandonWhite-d7h Рік тому

    Thank you!

  • @scroungasworkshop4663
    @scroungasworkshop4663 8 місяців тому

    Awesome thanks. 👍

  • @RVingwithG
    @RVingwithG Рік тому

    Well done. I will also clean/ blow out that water DRAIN Hose! 😊

  • @perkyzfamilyadventures5116
    @perkyzfamilyadventures5116 Рік тому

    I am ice fishing right now and I am having trouble with my freezer and fridge. It says it’s on auto, but it must not be working, right

  • @bryanwilbanks9039
    @bryanwilbanks9039 Рік тому

    Any way to contact you for a question? Thanks

  • @Sam16mee
    @Sam16mee Рік тому +1

    I have bees in mine right now!

  • @terryradzak5288
    @terryradzak5288 2 роки тому

    Why is condenser running constantly

  • @shakamuni01
    @shakamuni01 2 роки тому +1

    Why is there a large gap of 3/8" between the gas tub orifice and the burner piece. Seems like some gas would easily escape.

    • @TheNorthwoodsRVLife
      @TheNorthwoodsRVLife  2 роки тому +4

      It's how the gas coming out of the orifice can pull oxygen with it into the burning tube to burn efficiently. Fire needs oxygen in order to burn. This is similar design in all propane appliances and bbq grills, in grills it's often referred to as an air gate.

  • @jamalmcgrath810
    @jamalmcgrath810 Рік тому +1

    What problems could happen when too much food is in the fridge ?

    • @TheNorthwoodsRVLife
      @TheNorthwoodsRVLife  Рік тому +1

      Until recently, most RV refridgerators didnt have fans inside to help airflow. Because of this packing them to full can keep the fridge from maintaining an even temperature and cause some items to freeze, while other items to high of a temp for safe food storage. They make little battery operated fans that can help with this. That being said, our Dometic fridge is usually packed pretty full, my wife has gotten pretty good at stacking things just right to allow the fridge to remain evenly cool. Also, allow a full day for the fridge to come up to temp, and try to avoid putting warm food into the fridge, doing this will go a long ways on keeping items cold and fresh. Thanks for watching!