fridge problem
Hi all
can anyone give me any advise on my fridge its not igniting on gas, I've checked the thermal couple and it seems to be in right position, any other ideas.
Thanks in advance
Have you got one of the newer type of regulators that tend to clog up after time?
Have you got gas to cooker etc?
Just a thought.
Has the gas isolation tap been turned off at the manifold block supplying all gas appliances..Can you see the igniter spark.The thermocouple does not stop it lighting,only warms up when flame is alight to keep gas valve open.
My fridge is at the rear of the van, so after connecting my 13 kg propane cylinder, I have to get all of the air out of the system before I can get it to light.
The easiest way for me is to light the hob which is above the fridge, then light the fridge.
When was the fridge last serviced?
Hyundai Terracan
Burstner Trecento 530
I thought I could see light at the end of the tunnel, but it was someone with a torch
You don't say what fridge it is but Dometic had a problem with gas igniters in about 2006/7. If yours has been used on electric for all the years it might be that. The igniter was replaced.
Quick question is it level? i had a fridge taht would not work, answer not level...
Hi all
The fridge is a thetford n80 it is igniting just won't stay lit when button is released, the van is parked on a slight incline, could that be a source of the problem
A slight incline, won't stop it from satying alight, but it might stop the refrigerant from functioning.
Don't mess around with it your self, get it looked at by a professional.
usually if the pilot light ignites but will not stay lit when the button is released,its the thermocouple at fault & needs to be replaced. if that fails to clear the fault then an expert is needed. probably the best bet in the first place is the expert.
Even changing a thermocouple involves dismantling part of the gas combustion system to gain access. Unless you are trained and compent in installing, servicing, or repairing, for your safety refer the job to a professional.
The use of a professional gas safe registered fitter is a legal requirement for domestic and commercial installations.
Simple answer, GET an engineer to sort it out for you.
It is telling you it needs a service.
The fact it is not igniting has NOTHING to do with the thermocouple