How do I know my camper fridge is running on propane?

When the RV propane refrigerator is operating properly the flame is spark ignited to heat the boil assembly and runs the absorption refrigerator. The flame should be a solid blue and should not bounce around. The refrigerator should generally operate on LP gas, unless it is set on automatic.

Does a propane fridge have a pilot light?

These will run on propane gas or electricity depending on the model. Sometimes it’s even both. That means the fridge will include a burner jet, also known as a pilot light.

Do propane refrigerators have a pilot light?

Gas refrigerators run on liquified petroleum gas, or propane, and they operate in much the same way as other propane appliances. To get the refrigerator started, you have to light a burner using a procedure similar to the one you use to light a pilot on another appliance.

Does a propane fridge need electricity?

Do I need electricity to operate a propane refrigerator or freezer? A. No. Some units have electric power options (heat rod), but propane operation does not require it.

What to do if your propane fridge wont light?

if still no spark, iw ould replace the ignitor electrode.. just 1 screw holds it in and available from any rv parts store… just get the model number off the fridge when you go.. if that dont help then problem is in your control board and the ignitor has failed….you will need a new board if that is the case…..

Why is the pilot light on my RV refrigerator not working?

Pilot Light Won’t Stay Lit If you own a propane-powered RV fridge, check to see if the pilot light is operational. Many times the light won’t stay lit, which may mean you have a bad gas-flow. The flow of propane to the refrigerator is controlled by the thermocouple.

Why does my refrigerator light not stay lit?

Many times the light won’t stay lit, which may mean you have a bad gas-flow. The flow of propane to the refrigerator is controlled by the thermocouple. First, make sure to clean the flue, burner tube, and the orifice inside the flame area. On the outside of the coach, there is a fridge access.

Why is my Norcold refrigerator not staying lit on propane?

Is your Norcold refrigerator not staying lit on propane (LP)? The most common cause of this is a dirty burner/ orifice. If you go to the back of the refrigerator and locate the burner at the bottom right hand side, you can sometimes physically diagnosis this.

Why is my propane fridge not working in my RV?

RV Propane Fridge Not Working If your fridge runs off propane/electric, you may experience issues when running the fridge off propane. To check if the issue indeed stems from the refrigerator’s propane function, disconnect your RV from any shore power source. Then, try to turn on your gas stove.

Can you see the flame on a propane refrigerator?

If you can see the flame, make sure it is steady and not moving side to side or being pushed down. The flame should be straight up. Make sure there are no other restrictions around the burner as well. The problem with checking this is most of the time is you would have to pull the fridge out to remove the baffle and inspect the tube.