Is it possible to fix a camper refrigerator?

If replacing your refrigerator isn’t an option at the moment, you can always try fixing it. That said, this troubleshooting tip doesn’t always work long-term, so you’re really prolonging the inevitable (which in this case would be replacing your camper refrigerator).

How to troubleshoot a Dometic RV refrigerator that is not working?

Certified Mobile RV Technician, Darren Koepp, troubleshoots a Dometic RV refrigerator that is not working on propane. In this instance, the electrode wire was damaged and shorting out and therefore the burner was unable to ignite.

Why does my RV fridge not have power?

After checking the power to the RV, all the breakers and fuses, and the AC connection in the rear of the fridge I realized it was the GFCI plug in my bathroom. Make sure you check your GFCI plugs when you are having electrical problems. It could save you a lot of time trying to trouble shoot other areas. Thank you fro watching and happy camping.

What kind of refrigerant does a camper refrigerator use?

Before you give up the RV lifestyle, here are some troubleshooting fixes for camper refrigerators to keep you on the road. Modern home refrigerators use Puron as a substitute for Freon as a refrigerant. RV refrigerators use a cooling solution out of water, liquid ammonia, and hydrogen gas.

How long does an RV refrigerator usually last?

RV refrigerators last, on average, between 15-20 years. It usually comes down to how long the electric wiring keeps up. Most of the cooling starts in the freezer part of the unit. The main refrigerator cools as the air flows through the rest of the interior.