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General Activities => Main Message Board => Topic started by: sselinger on November 15, 2015, 05:39:31 AM

Title: Fridge Upgrade
Post by: sselinger on November 15, 2015, 05:39:31 AM
I have a 1990 C34 (#1047). After 25 years, I am thinking of replacing the A-B fridge. Every year it seems to get less and less cold. I am wondering if people who have done this update have basically gone with a new S-B unit or found a better replacement. Any input would be appreciated.
Title: Re: Fridge Upgrade
Post by: Ken Juul on November 15, 2015, 06:45:56 AM
If it is working fine but not getting cold enough may just need a shot of freon.  Another indication of low freon is extended cycle times. Might also be an issue with the termostat.  When ours bit the dust I went with a Sea Frost.  Admiral really wanted a freezer.  Could not be happier with it.
Title: Re: Fridge Upgrade
Post by: Stu Jackson on November 15, 2015, 09:36:53 AM
Quote from: Ken Juul on November 15, 2015, 06:45:56 AM
If it is working fine but not getting cold enough may just need a shot of freon.  Another indication of low freon is extended cycle times. Might also be an issue with the thermostat. 

Good points.  Other issues are a (partially) blocked condenser grille or a malfunctioning fan.

The 101 Topics has a link to Richard Kollmann's site.  Richard notes that 99% of fridge issues are electrical.