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How To Diagnose And Replace An RV Refrigerator Heating Element 

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Certified Mobile RV Technician, Darren Koepp, walks you through how to diagnose and replace a failed heating element in an RV refrigerator.
If you are in need of RV Repairs in the Olympic Peninsula area of Washington state, submit a service request on our website at myrvworks.com today!

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@jeffellis6536
@jeffellis6536 Месяц назад
THANK YOU!!!! I followed your instructions and went step by step... replaced the fuse and heating element.. it only cost me $25 .... you saved my camping trip!!!
@davidosborne5968
@davidosborne5968 Год назад
I often go to you tube videos for tips on any given subject. The problem is most people want to hear themselves talk. I like when they get down to business. That is EXACTLY what you did here. All great info. No fluff No nonsense. I have been troubleshooting machines for 43 years. You did this exactly as I would have. But I had no idea how to remove and replace the element. You made this so a pro or a novice could do it. Hats off to you! I will be following you from now on in my RV adventures. Well done.
@thesjyoungjr
@thesjyoungjr 10 месяцев назад
I want to add my thanks. You have helped so many of us who are on a fixed income and have to watch every penny. I joined your Patreon at the 15.00 level I will not be able to stay with it but want to repay you something.
@stephenmurray6735
@stephenmurray6735 3 года назад
Well Done! The presenter is knowledgable and thorough.
@annafraley5388
@annafraley5388 Год назад
After watching this like 5 times while waiting for our 325w 120v heating element to come AND the clamp meter (we had the Regular Multi-Meter) we did THIS job today. The ONLY problem we had that yours DIDN’T have was it had a piece of aluminum square around the elbow to seal the part better that came out to the wire connections that wouldn’t let you slid the element all the way up. So we slid it back down, cut it to the inner circle, opened it up, slid it off, Then lifted it out (installed it on the New one after sliding it all the way down… 👨‍🔧 Other than that, it was the Same Simple process that You showed us…!!! ✅👍👏👌😎🥳
@mindset925
@mindset925 2 года назад
Just replaced my heating element. My fridge was only working on propane. This was the solution! Thank you so much for this!
@MrJeffcoley1
@MrJeffcoley1 11 месяцев назад
Thank you! Excellent video. So hard to find good content like this. All the other content creators end up having a blown AC fuse and their video ends there.
@darrenswoodworks8695
@darrenswoodworks8695 2 года назад
From one Darren to another Darren,thank you.
@charris278
@charris278 Год назад
I found your page and was able to diagnose and fix my fridge! Thank you so much!!
@274Brian
@274Brian 3 года назад
You sir, are absolutely a ROCK STAR!! Not only have you given me the confidence to repair my own fridge, but you have saved me so much money on labor, that I can actually afford to fix it! Thank you, a million times, thank you!
@diverm2371
@diverm2371 2 года назад
So true
@kennyburns3338
@kennyburns3338 Год назад
Excellent work! You are now my go to channel for all RV related repair issues…which can be A LOT!! thanks for your care for the RV community!
@MyRVWorks
@MyRVWorks Год назад
Thanks! We hope our videos will help! We also go live the first Friday of every month at 4:30 PM PST to answer viewer questions!
@MrA1582000
@MrA1582000 Год назад
You are so helpful. Your explanations along with the great camera angles really show how to do this. Thank you.
@KaraokeSC
@KaraokeSC 2 года назад
A stellar video, especially compared to so many out there. I've been building and fixing things all my life, and spent my career doing design and build electrical construction - so I get it - you cover all the bases of the subject AND manage to do it with clear camera work that doesn't need a barf bag. =}) I only wish that your business and I lived closer together !! Please keep up the great work.
@nileyocke1335
@nileyocke1335 2 года назад
Great video! Super helpful! I also found the service manuals on your website super handy too! Thank you!
@robertherrera6852
@robertherrera6852 4 года назад
Just getting into the business and it’s helpful to see what I’m up against! Great videos with good tech details, thanks!
@carlottaholland9980
@carlottaholland9980 3 года назад
Thanks Darrin. Great vids, very helpful. And easy to follow.
@toddsonflieth2936
@toddsonflieth2936 3 года назад
As others have said your lessons are great. But what I REALLY appreciate is the video production value. You use tripods, good lighting and even where a microphone for great and clear sound. End the editing is great too. I am in the broadcast TV field and these really stand out above the crowd. Keep it up!
@gardenlifelove9815
@gardenlifelove9815 13 дней назад
Thank you for this video, I have been trying to figure out how to replace my heating element since it's bad and now I can tomorrow when the new one arrives. :-)
@kellcasedad
@kellcasedad 2 года назад
Nice job explaining, as you always do! I replaced ine due to a leak, but started gutting the old one for future spare parts. My 120V came out pretty easy, but had to blast, wiggle, blast, hammer tap etc, to get the 12V out.
@NittyByGritty-7
@NittyByGritty-7 Год назад
Can’t see where you plugged into the board! Never mind I will know from the old ones! Thank you so much
@bwilless1
@bwilless1 3 года назад
Thank your for this to the point instructional video. I quickly diagnosed that my heating element was bad and replaced it to repair my old refer. I had a hard time getting the old one out, it was seized like yours but once it started moving it did not come out easy. Multiple applications of WD40 and persistence did the trick. By the way, WD40 is flammable, keep a close eye on things when you turn the refer back on!
@stephanegalipeau3740
@stephanegalipeau3740 4 года назад
Hello Darren. Thanks for your time and effort for doing these videos. I’m fresh out of college completing my level 1 RV tech and your videos are excellent for me continuing learning.
@anthonyhamilton8744
@anthonyhamilton8744 2 года назад
F.
@ryleyweinbender7452
@ryleyweinbender7452 3 года назад
Best instructor I have seen
@nodk17
@nodk17 3 месяца назад
FYI! Make sure it’s completely cooled off before you used PB Blast or any petroleum or flammable oil, I got the “steam “ also and it’s not steam, it’s burning oil and caused a small fire.
@frankcates3909
@frankcates3909 2 года назад
Great vid., easy to follow. Keeping item in discussion in full view with camera. So visual good, & audio loud & clear as well. thanx.
@runningpanda6570
@runningpanda6570 Месяц назад
Great Vid...I had already removed and changed the element but the wires were coloured on the replacement...The original one I took off had the same coloured wires so I was looking for info to give me peace of mind about polarity of the cables not making any difference...Thank you for confirming what I wanted to check....Works a treat now!
@dmunholand
@dmunholand Месяц назад
Thanks for the video, helped me diagnose my issue that I couldn't figure out.
@robertcortes831
@robertcortes831 3 года назад
Thank you! Your videos have help me a lot
@marianmorgan3078
@marianmorgan3078 Год назад
great. you explain the little things that everyone else in trouble. keep doing it that explain the simple obvious things, I like how you pretend it was bad heating element and showed hw the multimeter read it that way.
@brockfisher7837
@brockfisher7837 2 года назад
Awesome video, my fridge is working again! The new heating element is smoking a little bit, I see on forums other people have experienced this as well. Keeping a close eye on it to see if its stuff from the factory burning off. (Or the small amount of wd40 i had to use to get the old element out)
@kevinreist7718
@kevinreist7718 2 года назад
Surprisingly, My element checked right at 44 ohms, but wasn't heating. I checked the controller heating element terminals and they were putting out 120 VAC. I hooked up the element and it immediately started heating up. I have worked with electrical circuits since 1980 and it never ceases to amaze me how often a poor electrical connection can be fixed by merely unplugging and re-seating connectors. Once the element started heating again, the fridge started cooling again. Lucky me! I think that I would have cleaned that rust off the element with a scratch pad before reinstalling it.
@bigdogrobbiet
@bigdogrobbiet 2 года назад
We’re you getting 120 from both heating element terminals or just one
@kevinreist7718
@kevinreist7718 2 года назад
@@bigdogrobbiet Reading across both terminals was 120 VAC.
@GitRDoneKY
@GitRDoneKY 4 года назад
Very helpful! Thank you!
@rorymax4904
@rorymax4904 4 года назад
Thanks, very helpful as I am trying to resolve an issue with my Dometic RMS8550 that is not working on either 230v or 12v.
@tibortoth-torma6883
@tibortoth-torma6883 3 года назад
Awesome dude, awesome vid. Thanks very much!
@Gavin10BKN
@Gavin10BKN 3 года назад
Darren, you do such a great job with your videos. Clear, quick, concise, easy to follow. Nice job! For my Dometic fridge, it seems to work on both gas and electric but it just doesn't get as cold as it should. Any recommendations? I have already replaced the thermistor (bought a brand new one and fished the cable through the grommet down to the motherboard) and moved it to the top of the fin thinking that might help but no luck. I know they sell those variable thermistors/thermostats but not sure if that would help or not. I have a little USB fan inside the fridge but for whatever reason, I just can't get the temperature down to where it needs to be. It's cool, just not cold. Thoughts? Recommendations? Thanks!
@Stavrokos
@Stavrokos 10 месяцев назад
Thank you so much! That fixed it and saved a big headache
@andyn4790
@andyn4790 3 года назад
Thank you for your excellent videos! I followed the steps in your diagnosing lower control board video on 2862 fridge that was working on lp only then stopped working altogether. Replaced the lower control board and we're back to working on lp only. Have 120V AC on the board, fuse is good but nothing on the leads to the heating element. Checked the heating element per this video and get 48ohms (It's a 325W element). Very frustrated - what else should be checked?
@StarLiving721
@StarLiving721 2 года назад
Thank you so much, this really helped !!!
@Davedeb1234
@Davedeb1234 Год назад
Great video that helped me determine the ac heating element was open. I purchased a new one that looks to be an exact match. Although the bad one was a little difficult to remove, the new one is extremely difficult to install. After about 2 hours of wiggling back and forth and applying downward pressure, I was only able to get it about half way inserted. Any tips on freeing it up to get it the rest. Of the way installed?
@2121heatherh
@2121heatherh 3 года назад
Thank you very much for this video! I was able to replace my heating element myself! I had to use a rubber mallet after speaking almost while bottle of on, but I got it! Do you have a video on gas valve solenoid replacement on Dominic fridge?
@chadlestrange341
@chadlestrange341 4 года назад
I just discovered a trick to help get mine element loose I slid a box end wrench over the wires and used it for leverage to rock it back and forth! Worked like a charm!!
@MyRVWorks
@MyRVWorks 4 года назад
Thanks for the tip.
@themuse64
@themuse64 5 месяцев назад
Glad to find your videos. Very informative. Wish you were close to the RV I’m working on.
@MyRVWorks
@MyRVWorks 5 месяцев назад
Maybe one day! We've got this crazy idea of offering an augmented reality (AR) repair experience. 🤓
@ChromeVending
@ChromeVending 11 месяцев назад
Very helpful video thank you.
@enriquetfletes350
@enriquetfletes350 2 года назад
Great stuff!
@lennygisbert1430
@lennygisbert1430 3 года назад
Darren Thank you for the video. You covered every step to diagnosis and replace electric heating element. Please if you can answer my question. Is it possible to change the housing tube of electric heating element of Dometic refrigerator. My housing is melted through 1” from the bottom. What would cause the element to overheat and damage the tube it is housed in? Thank you
@user-ho3pz9kd5b
@user-ho3pz9kd5b 13 дней назад
Very informative,Thanks
@johnturner7322
@johnturner7322 5 лет назад
Thanks great job. I wish I had the room you do to remove the heating element when I needed to on my 1999 Kountry Komfprt TT a few years back.
@MyRVWorks
@MyRVWorks 5 лет назад
I agree, I use this as my stunt refrigerator. It's in one of my older RVs that we own. It's great for making videos. You'll notice it in an upcoming video on very detailed LP inspection. Most times, to pull the heating element, I do need to move the refrigerator forward about 6" just to gain access. Not too big of a deal but it is a hassle. Thanks for watching, happy camping.
@brewmat
@brewmat Год назад
Great video
@KogaNja
@KogaNja 2 месяца назад
Ty for actually showing me
@1dbelling
@1dbelling 3 года назад
thank you very informative
@charlesrose7212
@charlesrose7212 2 года назад
Excellent. Thanks! 😀
@dawnchrislotti8565
@dawnchrislotti8565 2 года назад
Darren thank you for your informative videos, Question for you, I have a 2015 Navion with Norcold N3150 Refridgerator, what are your thoughts on installing an ARP control on the boiler tube? going through your videos I don't see anywhere you talk about that protection, is it even necessary on my refrigerator? i can't find any info on what my particular refrigerator has for boiler protection......... appreciate any advice
@G_RAThbun
@G_RAThbun 11 месяцев назад
You seem to be one of the smartest Fellers on here about the Dometic refrigerator. I followed your advice and check things. And I think I figured out that I have a bad computer board in the refrigerator. But as I was doing so I noticed one thing that I don't understand I can't find a thermal coupler anywhere for the gas ignition setup a change the igniter thinking there might be one in there did not see it I'm guessing that's normal because if it works fine now that I put in a new ignitor. My electric still don't work because I haven't bought a board yet do all frigerators have to have a thermal coupler on them to work parently not my don't
@donaldnelson963
@donaldnelson963 4 года назад
perfect it helped a lot to repair mine thanks
@MyRVWorks
@MyRVWorks 4 года назад
You're the reason I do this. Thanks for watching and glad I was able to help you. Happy camping!
@Protek1
@Protek1 4 года назад
Great job!
@MyRVWorks
@MyRVWorks 4 года назад
Hi C Butler, We are so glad to hear that our videos were able to help you! If you would like to support us please consider becoming an "RV Community Supporter" on our Patreon site: www.patreon.com/myrvworks Happy Camping, My RV Works Media Team
@fcbrants
@fcbrants Год назад
Thank you!!
@paulgrimm6850
@paulgrimm6850 2 года назад
Thank You
@paulgrimm6850
@paulgrimm6850 2 года назад
Thank you
@EwanAdd2012
@EwanAdd2012 Год назад
Great video. I tried all the tests. My heating element is working, and the gas units also works. No leaks or signs of leaks. Did the disconnect on the thermistor, but the unit on runs for 20 seconds or so, then turns off for a minute, then the repeats. (I can hear the fan). Thoughts?
@chrisgetchell5274
@chrisgetchell5274 2 года назад
On my Lance camper refrigerator I had the screen fail. As a result mice got in. So I pulled the cap and the screen flange. The chimney was intentionally obstructed by a factory installed sheet sheet metal panel. I removed it and used it to cover the gap between the refrigerator and the cabinet as you showed in one of your videos. Was this a mistake?
@austinpatterson672
@austinpatterson672 2 года назад
Thank you.
@RCModSquad
@RCModSquad Год назад
Darren, is there insulation between the heating element and the safety’s with in the boiler? Mine is tripping the reset button on gas or 120v. It just started doing this. Using an IR thermometer it’s getting to about 310°f right at the base of the switch but only an inch away the temp is only 160°f. If there is insulation inside is it possible it degraded and is causing that one spot to get too hot? It’s a Dometic RM2852.
@chipgarrett3493
@chipgarrett3493 3 года назад
I accessed the board and the fuse was blown. I replaced that, and the refer still would not work on electric. When I tested the post that the heating element wires plug into, one read 65 and the other read 120, when I switched the probes side to side. Is that normal? I also tested the heating element wires and am getting 0 ohms. Thoughts?
@archiehendricks6093
@archiehendricks6093 Год назад
So if you leave heater element in place, will that effect ohm reading, i will try. I realize good to examine corrosion
@NewNow4u
@NewNow4u 2 года назад
Help! When doing this testing do you have the Fridge on or off from the inside of the RV. I unplugged AC from the back, and it is running on LF. So not sure if I should test it like that, or turn the Fridge off - Thanks!!!
@mikeshriver5315
@mikeshriver5315 3 года назад
Absolutely the best advice from these folks...
@Qingeaton
@Qingeaton 2 года назад
Everyone else gets to just replace the element, but mine was rusted and seized near the bottom. When working it free, the bottom inch or so of the tube that holds the rod disintegrated. When I started it back up, I could see red hot glowing element at the bottom. Then the thermofuse tripped. Is there a way to somehow put a deflector or some other fix that will allow me to not replace the whole unit over an inch of missing tube?
@jeffallen4505
@jeffallen4505 3 года назад
I have a dometic rv frig.. The thermo fuze (reset-able) on the side of the boiler shielding keeps kicking out.. What temp is it suppose to kick out at? Mine keeps kicking out after it runs about 30 minutes and reaches a temp of 420 F.. Would this indicate that the flue is plugged or?? Thanks..
@mondahudson2327
@mondahudson2327 2 года назад
I had to replace my thermfuse. Can you do a video on that? Plus replace the reset button. Can't remember how to install. Greatly appreciated. I live in the middle of nowhere and trying to get some one is like pulling teeth
@johnshepard1157
@johnshepard1157 3 года назад
Should the heating element be dry or wet at all once you get it out?
@nathanhiemstra8228
@nathanhiemstra8228 Год назад
So on my trailer I have a kitchen outlet, bathroom, my converter, and my refrigerator are all on the same circuit. I’ve narrowed it down but whenever my refrigerator is plugged in it trips my gfi outlet in the kitchen. If I un plug it everything works perfect and the fridge automatically switches to propane. Does my heating element possibly have a short?
@bigbirdpukindog
@bigbirdpukindog 13 дней назад
Never use the PB blaster to spray the heating elements like shone here because the insulation will get soaked with the lubricant and when you turn the LP on, the insulation will catch on fire and you’ll burn your RV up. Fortunately I had a fire extinguisher handy and put the fire out. Instead, use Kroil penetrating oil in a can to prevent the insulation from soaking up the oil. Also put a rag into the combustion chamber to soak up the oil that will run out of the bottom of the heating element retainer that is welded to the side of the chimney. Be careful!
@normandbouchard434
@normandbouchard434 4 года назад
Hi Darren thanks for that Brest video my question is what about if the ohms reading is out of Spec does IT mean the element is send a message ton the board that something wrong so switch to lp Hi change the board but still no ac
@MyRVWorks
@MyRVWorks 4 года назад
There is no 'communication' between the heating elements and the board. The board has a relay that closes and sends line voltage to the heating element. How much current passes through the heating element is a function of resistance in the heating element. The relay is either open or closed and the heating element is either on or off there is no high temp low temp. The purpose of the heating element is to create a set amount of heat in the boiler to start The Distillery process. Think of it as your toaster oven. The heating element in your toaster oven glows red hot. What determines warm bread from burned bread is the amount of time that heating element is on.
@ferizterstena7561
@ferizterstena7561 2 года назад
Hi I did replace the mother board and heating element I’m still getting no cold on my fridge? Will there be something else?? Thanks.
@lowchopr1
@lowchopr1 Год назад
does this have any affect on lp operation?
@PaulLadendorf
@PaulLadendorf Год назад
So what are the symptoms of a failed heating element? Is it just that the fridge won't get cold?
@chrisnow1105
@chrisnow1105 Год назад
Professional video, just guys make sure that yours rig is leveled as happen to me- I was looking for answer why my Dometic gas/electric medium size fridge is not working properly until I check manual which said about leveling, and bum, my rv trailer was not on even driveway and after 30 minutes after leveling the fridge had cold freezer on electric and no problem switching to gas :)
@TheTruthPlease100
@TheTruthPlease100 29 дней назад
Is the AC element the same as the DC element? I am trying to find out if I have a 2 or 3 mode Dometic fridge what is the difference?
@chrismayborg7113
@chrismayborg7113 3 года назад
I tested my heating element and it read 44 ohms, which is correct. Still not getting any heat though... I have power to the front and I hear the relay in the back kick flip when I power on/off. Where should I check next?
@samazonprime3057
@samazonprime3057 3 года назад
I have an 2003 Dometic AC, DC, Propane refrigerator. It doesn't work on AC or DC but on Propane works fine. I've tested both heating elements and they both pass the Ohms test. What else can I do to diagnose no AC or DC refrigeration?
@stevepemberton1273
@stevepemberton1273 3 года назад
Does a 12 volt battery have to be hooked up in the system for dometic refrigerator to work. I know it uses 12 volts but does the battery have to be hooked up? I can't find the answer anywhere.
@naelgorgees5949
@naelgorgees5949 Год назад
Hi Darren, our refrigerator works on a(n) LP great, but not on electricity. I checked the power, there was power, the fuses are okay, and there was power I the heating element, heating element's oms was reading 42.2 and it is warm, but the fridge won't work. Any advice? Thanks.
@zayvier69
@zayvier69 3 года назад
I have a 1976 dometic rm66E model RV refrigerator that I want to run off of my RV 12volt house battery. Do you know what power consumption this model uses? Amp hours? How can I figure this out?
@ric7664
@ric7664 2 года назад
It would be good to know if this is the 12 volt heating element or if this is the 120 volt heating element
@ralphbosse7794
@ralphbosse7794 4 года назад
This is a very helpful video tutorial. Thanks. I ran on ohms test on our. Everything pointed to the heating element. The heating element in our Dometic 2510 came out easily. I ordered a replacement yet noticed the new part was much longer and was stamped 325 watts whereas the original is stamped 185 watts. I'm ready to send the replacement element back. Would it be prudent and safe to use this longer and higher wattage element? Finding the exact 185 watt replacement is double the cost of the 325 watt model. Thanks for your response.
@pilotnelson4507
@pilotnelson4507 4 года назад
1st off I'm not Darren but I'm just a technician according to the dometic part manual that heater for your unit is 120 volt 185 watt part #3850644505 for the RM2510.I would definitely not recommend using the higher wattage unit you have that could lead to some serious problems down the road. Please refer to the tech manual for the RM2510 if you have any further questions and suggest again that you get the right unit and not trying use the incorrect higher wattage unit. If you're not sure what you're doing contact a mobile tech.
@jrmcginl
@jrmcginl 4 года назад
pilot nelson could you help me with a question? My 5A fuse keeps blowing. My heating element has 44 ohm spec and I’m getting a reading of 37.4. Does it seem like that’s the problem? Trying to determine if it’s the heating element or the circuit board. Gas works fine by the way 🤷🏻‍♂️
@pilotnelson4507
@pilotnelson4507 4 года назад
@@jrmcginl Others (especially Darren, please chime in with your thoughts...) The Dometic 44 ohm 120v heater has a range of +/- 10% off the top of my head... 44 - 10% is 39.6 ohms. At 37.4 ohms the element is -15%. That's out of range. The amp draw (this is a guesstimate because I'm not looking at metered results) may be getting close to the limitation of the fuse when other loads are being placed on the unit. At approximately 120v / 37.4 ohms, the element is drawing 3.2 amps. That fuse is designed to protect the rest of the circuit it is on from high loads. Also, remove all voltage *turn off the power AC and DC, then carefully clean the board and ensure that there are no signs of a resistor being overheated or a crack in the board. Loose terminals on the board to element spades can also cause undo amps and heat resulting in popping that fuse. Hope to hear back from you and others on what it is/might be. ON a side note, I'd like to thank Darren and his family for this excellent website on RV service and maintenance!
@rickl6697
@rickl6697 5 лет назад
Would you know which heater a dometic ndr1062 uses. I looked on your web site and didn't see that one listed.
@MyRVWorks
@MyRVWorks 5 лет назад
Hi Rick, Here is one on Amazon: amzn.to/2WG2sND Cheers, Darren
@austinpatterson672
@austinpatterson672 2 года назад
Than’ you.
@gf19677
@gf19677 Год назад
Saw your video and was able to remove the old heating element and it has 175 watt etched into it the replacement one I received for the same model number has 325 watt on it do you think it will still work it is longer than the old one?
@MyRVWorks
@MyRVWorks Год назад
I have a come across many refrigerator performance issues where the problem was the incorrect heating element was installed. To ensure your success, you'll need the model number and serial number of your refrigerator and from that information you can select your proper heating element. On our website we have many manuals for refrigerators and in those manuals is the correct heating element information. myrvworks.com/manuals/
@hansshaffer3788
@hansshaffer3788 5 месяцев назад
Fantastic video, Darren! I have a Dometic RM2862 that stopped getting cold about a week ago. My heating element tests good with 42 ohms across it, and it is getting 120VAC from the control board, and it heats up like it should. My gas burner also makes heat when I shift over to Gas mode. In neither mode, however, will my refrigerator get even the least bit cold... My wife and I live in our 5th wheel on our land while we are working on building our home, and being in South Dakota during the winter, I have insulated skirting all the way around- which is to say that I cannot take it to a service tech. Our camper (and fridge) are level, both the electrical and gas modes make heat, j, I have no blockages in the vent path behind the fridge, and I see/smell no evidence of an amonia leak... Can you suggest anything else that I can check for that might check? We're pinching pennies here, so the thought of an unplanned expense of several hundred dollars (on the low end!) is not pleasant. Thank you!
@MyRVWorks
@MyRVWorks 5 месяцев назад
If the ambient temperature being drawn into that lower vent is below freezing, the issue may be you just need to block off 90% of that vent to trap more heat in that chimney ( a piece of cardboard works great taped to the inside of the vent). The refrigerator may be able to generate heat at the boiler, but it's so cold that the heat is not being delivered where it needs to be and that freezing temperature just ruins everything. So, try blocking some of that freezing air at that lower vent and see if that doesn't get your refrigerator working again.
@canada59worldwide31
@canada59worldwide31 3 года назад
Thanks for your videos, my question If the resistance reading is much lower, say 38 and should be 44, should you replace the unit
@brandonk1502
@brandonk1502 3 года назад
I did a reading on mine and it was 37.8 ohms. Did you ever end up replacing it or resolve your issue?
@canada59worldwide31
@canada59worldwide31 2 года назад
I am going to replace it tomorrow
@codyvanhouten4658
@codyvanhouten4658 Год назад
What if your element is good but your not getting any amps through it would it then be the board?
@NicChristie
@NicChristie 3 месяца назад
I have a norcold 412 and it’s tripping everytime i plug it into a gfci. I’m about to replace the heating element because i can’t figure out anything that is wrong
@mondahudson2327
@mondahudson2327 2 года назад
Need a video on hot water
@windycityl
@windycityl 2 года назад
MY unit is from a 1973 unit yes its old how do you start it do you hold the button for one minute to fire it up or what there is a button like heaters have thanks Lee Ben
@northwestbojak1670
@northwestbojak1670 11 дней назад
After smelling a burning smell and searching for the smell I found My heating element seems very hot to the touch, is this normal?
@NielsenEnterprise
@NielsenEnterprise 4 года назад
mine shows 0.03. I replaced it with a new one as the specs are 40.3 The new one also shows 0.03 Thoughts?
@pinzguy4937
@pinzguy4937 3 года назад
Perhaps the VOM was set to the wrong scale?
@nathanalaneller
@nathanalaneller Месяц назад
I've looked on the website & couldn't find a manual for a dometic rm 2217 refrigerator. I'm trying to find out. Can a propane/electric work on electricity alone? I found videos on how to change out a compressor, or recharge ex. Put simply, I don't want to shell out a lot of money I don't have, to replace the refrigerator with something new. Can I just take out the old propane set up & replace the compressor with a 12v system? I have no money for propane, don't know how it works, & trying to find information in a simple way to get this only refrigerator i have working. Can you help me out?
@vicda5941
@vicda5941 10 месяцев назад
My reset keeps tripping after about 20 minutes until i have to reset it again. Could the heating element be bad?
@richardpoole5360
@richardpoole5360 2 года назад
Where can I buy the heating element?
@MLS7012
@MLS7012 2 года назад
Can someone tell me some signs of the heating element going out? Is one of them the temperature at a high 48 to 50 degrees?
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