Refrigerator in RV Not Working When Set on Propane Gas 

Thanks Dummy for the heads up. My propane fridge stop working and I fixed it. So troubleshooting tips: 1. Check propane level, also verify propane working by turning on stove. 2. Turn on propane and have someone put ear next to solenoid valve(brass block with wires) accessible outside van with cover off. Should hear click of valve that turns on propane to fridge.3. Listen for clicks of piezo high voltage spark to ignite propane. My problem was buildup of rust particles dropping down from burner tube into the slots in the propane burner. It filled up the slots blocking the propane. Hint should have been a hint with the thick accumulation of rust 'dust' in the pan of the burner. So, I had gas flow through valve, spark, but only small flame that looked like a pilot light. But the propane fridges don't have pilot light, either on or off. Disassembled and cleaned out tube and boom, back to ice cold fridge.

Thanks for the tip on where to look first when troubleshooting.

Although this happened and was posted 2 years ago, I just had to thank you for being so honest in admitting all of that!! Everybody needs to get a refresher in simple troubleshooting. I hope you are still traveling.

Thanks for letting us know about this. This might come very useful to remember some day.

I am so glad you learned something that can happen. Another issue that is easy to avoid, simply keep your Propane tank 3/4 full. If your tank is to low it causes things to not light even if it’s not near empty. I have had that issue Your Freg has a warranty.

We got our class b late in the summer. Only took it out once to see how she ran. I couldn't get the inverter to work right. Thought I'd better check the batteries and connections....I think the owners I got it from were RV Dummies! The connections were so corroded I couldn't believe ANYTHING was working. I cleaned them up and the inverter began to work. Next spring I'm replacing ALL connections. Clean connections are critical to all working machines. Glad you got it and an easy (cheap) fix!

what make and model frig did this happen to

This is how you learn. Next time that will be the first thing you check. I agree with Janice, The RV Dummy name fits still. LOL

Hey Dave, did you change your shades to the mini blinds? I thought you had the curtains like mine? Did you do it? How did it go?

Good lesson.... the batteries are the most neglected part of a vehicle. we just think of checking engine and transmission fluids and tire pressures. I occasionally rinse the engine and get all that white and green powder off the battery terminals and wiggle the connectors for tightness. Those red and green pads that go under each terminal also help.

I am glad you shared this experience! We are shopping for a used, Class B and are a bit nervous about the ability to trouble shoot and manage all of the repair issues. I am sure there are a lot of RV Dummies out there! Might you even say, most first time owners are "dummies"! Laura

I'm looking at a van like yours and it doesn't have a back up camera or suitable stereo. I'm curious on what you went with and where you got it and installed? And maybe the cost? So thanks for making these videos and good luck on your journey.

If I’m not mistaken the battery is to get the initial spark to light the propane. 👍🏼

Nothing about diagnosing fridge problems....tighten battery cables

Also clean the terminals and put a little Dielectric grease or NoOx on them.

Thanks gee. It was the battery on mine.

You are a very funny man, hope all went well.

From She To Me is having issues with her fridge, so I sent her a link to this vid... hope it helps. Maybe all y'all should get together and make your fridges work! Guess that's just the roads of life... Be seeing you!

Skip 3/4 through this home movie. It could be shortened to 2-3 minutes and this video would be hugely better

Thank you for this video I’m new at RVing and didn’t know why my fridge didnt start on gas.... And when I check the battery it’s was dead

Eek.don't touch those. That's alive Davvve. Now U know. Screws rattle loose.

Indiana.

If you think Indiana has the 'worst roads in America' you haven't been to Pennsylvania.

Maybe you gotta go back to your other channel name!

Lol

90 Indiana is the worst.

Can u stop badmouthing Indiana i live there

You talk too much! Takes you forever to get to the point! Thanks for wasting my time!