How do I find the model of my Dometic fridge?
How do I find the model of my Dometic fridge?
The serial and model numbers are both located on a sticker inside the fridge door. It could be on either side of the interior.
How long do Dometic refrigerators last?
RV refrigerators typically last 10 to 18 years, and the average life of a refrigerator is 14 years. Many factors influence the life of fridges, including the type of refrigerator and environmental factors.
What is a Dometic thermistor?
The thermistor, or temperature probe in your refrigerator, is a very important piece of your RV refrigerator as it helps to regulate the temperature in order to make sure it is where it should be.
How do you find the Dometic part number?
Look for the data label that is placed inside, underneath or on the back of your product. Find the (1) PNC/Product number or (2) SKU if PNC is missing. Once you have retrieved the information from the data label, contact your local Dometic service partner or dealer, to place your order.
How long will a Dometic fridge run on propane?
The Dometic RV fridge with 8 cubic feet of internal space is rated at 1500 BTUs (British thermal units) per hour. One gallon of propane has 91,502 BTUs. So essentially you could run your fridge for roughly 61 hours off 1 gallon of propane.
Can you run your RV fridge on propane while driving?
The short answer is: Yes! An RV fridge can be used while driving. Keep in mind there are safety concerns with running propane while driving.
Where is the fuse in a Dometic refrigerator?
On the outside of the RV, you’ll see a black box. You’re going to remove the cover and check the two fuses. One of the fuses is for the refrigerator control system, and the other one is for the AC cartridge heater.
How do I know if my Dometic thermistor is bad?
Dometic Thermistor To test the Dometic thermistor, disconnect it from the main (lower) circuit board and place the other end (sensor end) into a glass of ice water. After a few minutes you should be able to get a resistance reading of 7,000 to 10,000 ohms between the two terminals of the connector.
What happens if a thermistor fails?
When a thermistor is failing, it’ll display incorrect temperatures, or you’ll see impossible temperature fluctuations. For example, you may initially get a reading of 210 degrees only to see the temperature drop to 189 degrees and jump back up again.