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A dedicated electric cooler would be useful if space allows, not that difficult to source power.

Nev-R-Lube, not Nev-R-Damage. Agree with @jd1923, worrisome None-The-Less!

Where do you store the Lagun table and swing arm, in the Pelican case as well? I see the upright leg is securely bolted.

Problem solved!

Using the auto changeover regulator definitely has its pros and cons, but not trusting it is operating as designed or deemed dependable is of dire concern to many. This is good advice regardless of the mode of operation, and key to ensure one’s propane supply never leaves you empty. However, stuff happens and my contingency is to carry a spare cylinder and regulator.

Perhaps Oliver should consider adding a ‘Rant and Rave’ segment to the forum. This Neanderthal is not alone, many Human Beans have posted in like manner. Just say’n!

The GasStop has a ‘purge’ feature, which is an important first step when opening a cylinder tank valve. By pressing the pressure gauge several times, the lines are re-pressurized and the internal automatic safety shut-off valve is reset. Just opening the tank valve without purging will not get the propane flowing again. Many have experienced when first opening a tank valve that an appliance will not light and thus, encouraged to go inside the Oliver and turn on the cooktop until there is a flame; basically purging air out of the lines. However, I find this procedure unnecessary since installing these GasStop devices.

The USER MANUAL states “ Remove the vent panel behind your refrigerator to make it easier to install.” It doesn’t really specify whether said vent panel is the ‘lower’ or ‘upper’, in that the fans can be oriented to either ‘push’ or ‘pull’, respectively. Specific to the Oliver (models having a lower and upper vent), the upper vent installation makes more sense; whereby ambient air is further drawn in the lower vent and hot air generated by the absorption fridge is forced (pulled) out the upper vent by the fans. Reason being, a lower vent installation may adversely affect the heat source (flame, if operating on propane), and pull in moisture if raining and/or excessive dust and debris. An upper vent installation is more likely to lessen these concerns.

Understood, but mine blows outward as it should.

Actually, the upward ‘chimney’ airflow of hot air rising (convection) is best achieved with the fans at the top vent and blowing outward, which is how ours are orientated.

I use the LifeSaver Jerrycan water purifier for our drinking water, coffee and ice. Fill it and the freshwater tank before leaving on a trip, and on occasion refill the LS from the freshwater tank when traveling. If ever our home water in the freshwater tank is exhausted, I would not hesitate to use sourced water with this water purifier. However, we do carry Ozarka Spring Water as a backup and for convenient cold water stocked in our Dometic DZ portable cooler. If our Oliver is in storage for a couple months, the freshwater tank will be drained and sanitized prior to next use. I do carry the recommended Clorox in the event remote sanitation is deemed necessary.

Good job @Snackchaser! I somehow got my Beech Lane fans to fit, but had to modify the mounting bracket, as you mentioned. I really like your use of a terminal block and spade adapters for the additional power leads. If not already, consider installing the Beech Lane Evaporator Fin Fan for even more cooling efficiency!

FYI: Unlike the typical propane tank gas level gauges for backyard cooking/grilling, there is a safety feature in the referenced GasStop (specifically the GasStopRV model) that will shut off flow in the event of a line rupture while the tank valve is open. From their website FAQ: Do propane cylinders already have auto shut-off protection? In the USA, propane cylinders have inbuilt OPD valves. An OPD valve is an overfill protection device, and as the names suggests will prevent the overfilling of a propane cylinder. GasStop is an Excess Flow Valve (EFV). It is designed to shut down 100% of the flow of propane in the event of a sudden and catastrophic leak. To protect against sudden and catastrophic leaks make sure you install a GasStop.

Yes, the same lead wires I spliced into to create two additional sets of power leads for the Beech Lane control panel and fans. I never put that much thought into it, perhaps someone will provide a rational.

I’ve been using the Dometic equivalent for years and like that levels can be quickly checked while the tanks are still mounted. I also installed GasStop Emergency Propane Shut-Off Valve Gauges on each of three 30# tanks, and find the level indicator very helpful and accurate.

I have long cords, short cords and some in between; charging accessories and adapters if need be; suction cups and magnets for pole and rooftop mounts, or anywhere the satellites can see; all nicely packed away in an emergency communications bug-out-bag near me!

Bought this at Ace Hardware for less than $20, works great! The smaller shown is from a roll of Paracord.

Signed up for the Standby Mode Plan this morning. The Roam 50-GB plan that was on ‘pause’ can easily be reinstated when the time comes to resume that service. With SLM in Standby Mode, while parked in the home driveway and on the Savana’s dash, had cell phone Wi-Fi and when arriving at the COW Barn both my Victron Cerbo and Cielo Breez Max devices also connected. Liking this new service option!

As any remaining Neanderthal would likely seem! Perhaps the Neanderthal’s legacy will be conquering the BLUE WIRE, second only to the harnessing of FIRE for the good of all mankind, that is!

The vanity hold is the ‘last frontier’ I need to explore, who knows what wonders I will find!

Good eye! Not as subtle in difference as the other changes mentioned.

I like your play on words, “Demonic” indeed! Sold my DPll 11K for $600 as well on FB Marketplace in short order.

Understood, I never had a leak issue with my Dometic either nor too concerned about being “dead level”. Some however, have not been as lucky!

This may be of concern to some, but we no longer have to worry about clogged condensate drain lines or drip pans causing leaks inside our units, which both Dometic and Truma owners have experienced. After a year of use, I find no issue with the roof runoff.

Agree, but understand the owner manuals are universal and state that some units may not have all of the features described. For example: “X-FAN function is only available on some models.” Furthermore, typical air conditioning is the Cool Mode setting wherein the compressor will regularly cycle to maintain a desired temperature and the supply fan runs continuously, which causes humidity spikes when the compressor shuts down periodically. In Dry Mode the compressor runs continuously for the sole purpose of condensing moisture-laden air to reduce humidity. Yes, this mode will chill the air much like Cool Mode, but since the compressor is set to run for a prolonged period the temp and humidity will continue to drop to such a point that it exceeds its function and thus, should then be turned off and the unit switched back to Cool Mode. Before Cielo, I had to use the Dry Mode to buffer occasional humidity spikes during the day, but when asleep at night I would often wakeup to extreme humidity levels at morning. The Cileo’s ‘Comfy Mode’ solved these dreaded humidity occurrences, both day and night!