Does this refrigerator require servicing when it is run on propane?
639290
No but you do need a battery to operate the solenoid for gas flow. I bought a cheap car battery for use at a remote cabin.
639291
Yes,It DOES require periodic cleaning of the exhaust stack, otherwise rust flakes will fall on the igniter, shorting it out and spoiling all your food! So you should PLAN on either access to the rear or pulling it out of its mount about once a year. I've had mine for 18 years. It works...but it is not w/o many issues, the worst of which is the appalingly bad construction.
639292
Whether it is run on propane or electric I would recommend having it serviced at least once a year. This way you can potentially catch any minor problems before they escalate into a bigger more expensive issue.
639293
Servicing? No...the only serve required is keeping your propane bottles filled. Other than that it runs the same as electric.
639294
The only service needed is to make sure the vent is clear, check the back side at times for and dirt, leafs etc. around the circuit board. Have had a n641 for over a year and it works great on propane when not using 110 service.
1803160
Ours is connecting to a propane tank. It runs great on propane. We wanted it off the natural gas grid because of failures last year. How long it will run depends on the size of the tank and the tank needs to be in gallons.
1487561
You probably can, but keep in mind this unit requires plenty of ventilation, as do most propane products. The hose supplied connects to any of the non-disposal propane tanks. BTW I do love this refrigerator!
954775
If it cools with gas, but not electric, it might be the electric element. Do a google search for "RV refrigerator heater" and there is plenty of info to help isolate the problem. You can check the element with a meter to determine if it is bad before spending money for parts.
1617797
the one I received required propane. quite a surprise to us!! it works just fine though...
1112123
this will handle both. keep in mind each appliance draws from the generator until they reach the set temperature. the fridge and freezer can be unplugged as they are not using power. if you plug in your fridge and freezer a couple of times a day you should be fine. I run my fridge in the morning for a couple hours or until it reaches set temp. again about 2 hours before bedtime.
986963
Yes, it is set up to run on either natural gas or propane. If you already have propane, make sure that your supply line is of sufficient diameter and that you run it off of a second regulator. Your propane supplier should be able to determine this for you.
17099
As long as the propane heater is self ignited you should be fine. I merely turns the power on and off to what ever is plugged into it.
1697002
No. You need to have this as level as possible on its feet. Just like a kitchen refrigerator, this is a compressor based refrigerator. There is oil in the compressor. If this refrigerator has been placed on its side, it should be placed on a level surface for a good 30 to 45 minutes before turning it on to allow the compressor oil to go back down inside the pan. If you do not do this (just like on a kitchen refrigerator) the oil level could be too low to lubricate the compressor motor. Overheating and seizing up could occur. If you are looking for a fridge that can be put on its side, you may wish to go with a piezo based one. No. You need to have this as level as possible on its feet. Just like a kitchen refrigerator, this is a compressor based refrigerator. There is oil in the compressor. If this refrigerator has been placed on its side, it should be placed on a level surface for a good 30 to 45 minutes before turning it on to allow the compressor oil to go back down inside the pan. If you do not do this (just like on a kitchen refrigerator) the oil level could be too low to lubricate the compressor motor. Overheating and seizing up could occur. If you are looking for a fridge that can be put on its side, you... » Read More No. You need to have this as level as possible on its feet. Just like a kitchen refrigerator, this is a compressor based refrigerator. There is oil in the compressor. If this refrigerator has been placed on its side, it should be placed on a level surface for a good 30 to 45 minutes before turning it on to allow the compressor oil to go back down inside the pan. If you do not do this (just like on a kitchen refrigerator) the oil level could be too low to lubricate the compressor motor. Overheating and seizing up could occur. If you are looking for a fridge that can be put on its side, you may wish to go with a piezo based one. « Show Less
1665355
Yes you can store the motor on its side, also propane motors never need winterized, propane fuel last stable for a 1000 years, no fuel issues or gummed up carburetors, back up generators always run on propane or natural gas so they always start when needed.
609827
If the battery wasn't fully discharged you probably could. The unit may not supply enough current to run your refrigerator though so you might still be discharging the battery and eventually fully discharge it if the situation was prolonged. Check the Genius charger's max current output spec against the refrigerator's current draw to see whether you would be charging or discharging the battery. Your RV's charging circuitry probably provides several times the current of the Genius and would be charging with the refrigerator in operation if the engine is running.
1222340
I'm sorry deland I don't know the answer to that. I bought it thinking that the thermal coupling was the problem, only to discover my propane gas tank had the issue. Therefore, I still haven't used it.
1940481
I've had no problem with mine at all. This includes all points where the gas line and carburetor might leak. Certainly if you strain the gas line or damage the unit, there may be a problem. I always would suggest that the line is shut off and carburetor drained out by running to minimize any possible leaks and start up problems when the unit is put into storage. the units that were a problem were generally smaller than this one, although I still think 'operator error' may have been a significant part of the problem.
91543
Do you have any propane units at all that your using now?It's a great heater I would google it too...and see
2115134
Nope, it does not freeze, and do not buy and expect to work on propane. Mine worked for a day then stopped. Can't even have the pilot work. Customer service inexistant, speaks only French ( which is incidentally my native language) and will hang up on you. No parts available and nobody will service it if it's not a popular brand like Norcold, etc.
1452485
Your building code will let you know if it's okay. Some states let you have a propane ventless but not natural gas and there's restrictions as to what room you may install the unit, as in not a bedroom. And yes a gas line is needed for the gas unit. I put in my line but I'm a building contractor, so unless you are handy you will need a plumber to install the line.
105715
Agree with Calvin, this unit can Gas or Propane. My unit utilizes natural gas.