Why does my freezer work but my refrigerator doesn t?

When the fridge is not cold but the freezer is, the problem is probably tied to one of your refrigerator’s mechanisms not working as designed. A small fan and motor are mounted near the evaporator, helping draw air over the coils and circulate it to the fridge and freezer.

Is the freezer on top of a Dometic refrigerator working?

I have a Dometic two-door (freezer on top) unit, NDR 1062, in a 2007 Tiffin coach. The cooling unit failed in October, 2011 and was replaced by a Viking replacement cooling unit which has worked fine. Until now. After leaving the Tiffin service center in Alabama a few days ago we have noticed that the refrigerator is not cooling properly.

Is it possible for a freezer to not work with a fridge?

6 Answers. Yes. If the device has separate compressors for the fridge and freezer then it’s perfectly possible for one to fail and the other keep working. Generally the cheaper the fridge/freezer the more likely it is to only have a single compressor.

What do I need to fix my Dometic RV refrigerator?

It is the same price as a replacement thermistor, about 22 dollars US. The Articca adjustable Thermistor has an adhesive back and is applied to the wall right next to the fin that had the Thermistor on it.Follow the factory instructions for connecting it to the existing wires. This solved the problem of the refrigerator freezing food and drinks.

How can I get my Refrigerator to defrost before my freezer?

The “coolant” goes to the freezer first, then the refrigerator, so compromised cooling capacity affects the refrigerator first. Start by making sure cooling capacity is maximized: 1. Defrost if more than 1/4″ of ice. 2. Do the “dollar bill test” to verify that the door seals are snug. 3.

Why is my AC / DC Dometic refrigerator not cooling?

There are several components that work together to get the refrigerator to cool properly. Understanding the basics will help you in locating the cause of the failure. AC/DC model Dometic refrigerators are fairly simple in troubleshooting.

Can a Dometic refrigerator switch from electric to propane?

Many Dometic units can switch automatically from electric power to propane when the power goes off, so if the fridge works on electrical power but not on propane, this is a helpful check. Some units don’t have an automatic switch to change from electric to propane power. If your model doesn’t, you may need to switch over manually.

Why does the freezer work but the refrigerator does not?

The freezer does a good job of freezing ice and keeping it frozen but the refrigerator is not much below ambient. Gas or electric does not seem to make any difference. The burner is clean–no scale, and has a good blue flame. The chimney is good and hot to the touch. Any thoughts on why one part would work OK and one would not?