Fridge not working

Mojo 58
Mojo 58 Forum Participant Posts: 7
edited September 2016 in Caravans #1

Hi,we have just used our Lunar quasar eb for the first time and discovered that the fridge isn't getting cold, the light comes on when we conect to the mains but doesn't get cold, any advice on how to fix it, thanks

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  • Mojo 58
    Mojo 58 Forum Participant Posts: 7
    edited September 2016 #2

    Forgot to mention that it's a 2005 model, I haven't tried it on gas yet but checked the vents and there all clean. 

  • EmilysDad
    EmilysDad Forum Participant Posts: 8,973
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    edited September 2016 #3

    try it on gas first, that could prove whether the fridge actuall works. Your fridge's fault could just be a failed 240 volt element, relatively cheap to buy. 

  • Mojo 58
    Mojo 58 Forum Participant Posts: 7
    edited September 2016 #4

    I will give it a go on the gas tomorrow, if it is the element is a diy job? 

  • EmilysDad
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    edited September 2016 #5

     .... if it is the element is a diy job? 

    I've never done one, but how hard can it be? Cool

    Seriously, a lot of fridges are removed by removing 2 screws on either side .... just inside the door, plus obvioulsy the gas connections at the back, and the fridge will pull forwards. The element is then easy to remove. 

    Check that the plug is plugged in properly first though.

  • Mojo 58
    Mojo 58 Forum Participant Posts: 7
    edited September 2016 #6

    Ok cheers for the advice, I'll let you know how i get on Happy

  • EmilysDad
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    edited September 2016 #7

     ... I'll let you know how i get on Happy

    Laughing

  • Snowy1
    Snowy1 Forum Participant Posts: 263
    edited September 2016 #8

    When removing a fridge, often you will need to remove one of the two fridge air vents in order to gain access to undo the gas pipe and fridge gas exhaust vent so the fridge can be pulled out forwards.

  • Mojo 58
    Mojo 58 Forum Participant Posts: 7
    edited September 2016 #9

    No luck, fridge getting cool on gas but not really that cold 

  • xtrailman
    xtrailman Forum Participant Posts: 559
    edited September 2016 #10

    In these present temperatures the fridge will need about 4 hours to cool perhaps longer.

    Make sure the caravan is also reasonably level.

    Access  to the element is often obtained by removing the fridge air vents on the outside of the caravan. I also changed mine through these vents no need to remove the fridge in my case. (which does involve removing the solid gas pipe)

    Both elements can be located on a Dometic fridge near the bottom and just pull out. If its working of it should be hot.

     

  • Boff
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    edited September 2016 #11

    A fridge element is normally around 125W.  If you can get to the connection block you should be able to test the resistance of the element. It should give a reading of approximately 460 Ohms  ish.  When ours failed it gave a resistance of millions of ohms
    ie no cicuit.  When our water heater element failed it gave a resistance of 0 Ohms so failed short circuit which is why it tripped the electrics. 

    If the element hasn't failed then check that the element is properly inserted into pocket it fits in. Also check that the insulation is properly in place. 

    Like Dartman I changed the element through the vents without fully removing the fridge.  The only comment I would add is remove not only the vent grille but the frame as well as it gives more room to work. 

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