Does a 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. The pilot light is responsible for triggering the fridge burners.

What do you do if your fridge stops working?

Grab a food cooler (or ice chest) and put a layer of frozen foods in the bottom. Then put a layer of foods from the fridge on top of that layer. Top it off with another layer of frozen foods. The frozen foods will keep everything cold while you run to the store to get a bag of ice and a fridge thermometer.

Why is the pilot light on my camper fridge not working?

If this component is done for, it’s time to get a new one. If replacing the thermocouple doesn’t work, your pilot light problems might be because the pilot light’s gas line has too much air in it. This prevents the pilot light from turning on and staying on. To fix it, access the fridge’s gas valves. For now, power these down. Then reset them.

What does it mean when your refrigerator light doesn’t come on?

You open your refrigerator door and the light doesn’t come on. Normally, this would mean that there’s a power outage or your fridge plug has been kicked, but you can still feel the cold and hear the hum of the fridge so you know it’s working.

What does the check light on an RV refrigerator mean?

RV refrigerators have a light with the word “check” over it. The pilot light in the boiler is the cause of the light turning on. If it’s on or blinks, that means the pilot light isn’t staying lit. There is a simple solution for Dometic refrigerator troubleshooting check light issues.

What kind of fridge does not stay lit?

Caravan fridge will not stay lit.? I have an Electrolux RM212 fridge which lights ok on gas but will not stay alight once the button has been released.

Can a gas fridge be lit with a pilot light?

When you are unable to use electric power for the refrigerator, you will need to switch your RV fridge to gas operation. This will mean lighting the pilot light, sometimes called a burner jet, which lights up the rest of the fridge burners.

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

If the refrigerator has not been used in some time or you’ve just refilled your propane tank for your RV, there may be air in the gas line and it will likely take several attempts before the pilot light will ignite. If you suspect a leak in the gas line is causing the pilot not to light, get a qualified service professional to check for the leak.

Why is my Refrigerator not cooling but the light is on?

The fridge is not cooling though the light is on. The light is connected to a separate circuit. It is working means the refrigerator is receiving electricity. The problem could be in one of the parts given below.

What should the pilot flame be on an RV fridge?

Clean the gas components as suggested in your RV fridge’s owner’s manual to keep the gas functions and pilot light operating correctly. The color of the pilot flame should be clear blue. Tinges of yellow or orange might indicate dirty or clogged components in the ignition system.