Domestic fridge problem?

GlennWest · 06-26-2009, 10:24 AM

Got my "new" MB set up last night. The refridgerator freezer compartment starting cooling right away. After about 4 hours the refridgerator is still warm. I read somewhere that it takes about 24 hours to stablize temps. Is this normal or do I have a problem? Am very ignorant about these fridges.

Motor31 · 06-26-2009, 01:11 PM

You should have noticed a drop in temperature after 4 hours. Were the cooling fins getting cold? Where is the sensor located on the fins? You may have to check or get a new sensor there to control the temp on the fridge side.

GlennWest · 06-26-2009, 04:37 PM

I have not totally moved in yet. Going from apartment to RV and back getting things, etc. It was very cool in fridge this morning. You're probably right about sensor issue. I've read about this on forums but have not found where it is suppose to be. I don't remember seeing a sensor on the fins. Wife and I both looked at it and can't recall one. There is a 12 volt fan there and I understand it is to cut down on frost. Will be back to rv later today and look again and post back.

GlennWest · 06-26-2009, 10:18 PM

Found what I think is the sensor. It's shaped like the fins and fits around one. IT will slide up and down. Was all the way down. WE moved it a little up to about halfway. Is this right? It is also on the last fin on the right facing it.

ponch · 06-26-2009, 10:24 PM

That should do it!

Motor31 · 06-27-2009, 01:50 PM

Yep that was it. You can then put a thermometer in there to see if it goes down to at least 40 (38 to 37 is better) in the fridge side. Another thing is to put a small container of water either just under the fins or in front and see if it freezes. You then move the sensor up or down to change the temperature inside there. The higher on the fin the sensor the colder the fridge. Keep in mind these are SLOW cooling fridges compared to a full size house fridge. You'll also have to defrost the unit as needed depending on humidity in the area. It may be as often as every 3 weeks in coastal areas depending on how well the seal fits and how often you open the door.

If you have a small battery fan in there point it forward from under the fins. That moves cold air to the front and door area to help keep things uniformly cold.

GlennWest · 06-27-2009, 06:21 PM

Thanks everyone. God bless.

GlennWest · 06-28-2009, 10:16 PM

There is an arrow on the inside of the fridge where the sensor is located. Is this suppose to be the bottom edge of the sensor? Had it lower and it's not cooling very well. Also how unlevel can the coach be side to side before it effects the fridge? First time setting one up and I didn't level side to side. Not planning on being at this site long. Not even giving monthly rates, only weekly rates.

**wingnut60** · 06-28-2009, 11:10 PM

Generally, if you feel it is level enough to be/sleep in, then the fridge should work ok. It is best that it be near level in all directions for the most efficient operation. Have you tried both gas and electric?
Joe

GlennWest · 06-29-2009, 09:17 AM

We moved the sensor all the way to the top. This lines up with arrow also. Cooler now. These fridges are so sensitive. Sure seems a better fridge could be developed. I've got to pickup a bottle jack. I couldn't even change a tire right now. Probably level side to side then. We're really enjoying our coach though.