Nan Posted September 3 Share Posted September 3 Please help me one more time. I believe the cooling fan for the refrigerator is not working. Can someone please tell me where it is located and maybe a part number to order it? Thanks again, Nan Wallace 2017 Hull 267 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nan Posted September 3 Author Share Posted September 3 Just looked at it again and the freezer is working just fine, but the refrigerator is not cooling at all. Thanks, Nan Hull 267 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patriot Posted September 3 Share Posted September 3 I would give Oliver Service a call and provide details on your frig. They can surely provide you with the info for a part # or even diagnosis your issue. It might help you cut to the chase. 2 2020 OLEII - Hull #634 aka- “XPLOR” TV 2021 F350 6.7 liter Diesel Lariat Ultimate Tremor Retro upgrades - Truma Aventa 13.5 AC, Alcan 5 leaf pack, Alcan HD shackles & HD wet bolts, 5200lb axles. XPEL 10 mil PPF front both front corners, 30 lb LP tanks, Sea Biscuit Front Cargo Storage box. North Carolina 🇺🇸 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nan Posted September 3 Author Share Posted September 3 Thanks, I just put in a call for the Oliver service dept. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steph and Dud B Posted September 3 Share Posted September 3 The fan is located in the external fridge compartment accessed from the outside of the trailer. It's thermostat driven and usually only comes on when it's quite hot outside (80s-90s). How long have you waited? If the freezer is cold, that's a good sign. It takes a LONG time for the fridge to catch up, like overnight on a cool night. Even worse if you keep opening the door or put warm stuff inside. Many of us start the fridge the day before and wait until the next day to put pre-cooled items in it. Gas/electric RV fridges are notoriously temperamental. 4 Stephanie and Dudley from CT. 2022 LE2, Hull #1150: Eggcelsior. Tow vehicle: 2016 GMC Sierra 6.0 gas dually 4x4. Our Oliver journey: Steph and Dud B's RV Screed Where we've been RVing since 1999: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jd1923 Posted September 3 Share Posted September 3 (edited) @Nan This will not help you immediately, but you will want to make this upgrade. See my installation, bottom of page one here: Refrigerator Cooling Fan - Mechanical & Technical Tips - Oliver Owner Forums (olivertraveltrailers.com) Edited September 3 by jd1923 1 Chris & John in Prescott, AZ | 2016 EII #113 | '01 Ram 2500 Cummins! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nan Posted September 3 Author Share Posted September 3 Thanks, I have waited since last night for the refrigerator to cool and until about 2:00 this afternoon..I then switched it over to DC and again the freezer is getting cold and maybe the fridge is a little cooler (however I put 6 frozen bottles of water in fridge..so that may be why it is cooler). I am leaving for Apex, NC in the morning and refuse to cancel because of the problem. The temp in Savannah, Ga. is about 100 degrees (with the heat index) just about everyday and the camper is parked at the end of the drive way in the sun. Thanks. And, I am going to ask Grandson to change out the fan and replace it with two when I get back. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steph and Dud B Posted September 3 Share Posted September 3 One other thing: the fridge needs to be level to work properly. But, it does sound like you may have a problem with it. For this trip, you could just use it like an icebox. Put a bag of ice in it and go with that until you get it sorted out. Good luck and enjoy your trip. 2 Stephanie and Dudley from CT. 2022 LE2, Hull #1150: Eggcelsior. Tow vehicle: 2016 GMC Sierra 6.0 gas dually 4x4. Our Oliver journey: Steph and Dud B's RV Screed Where we've been RVing since 1999: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators SeaDawg Posted September 4 Moderators Share Posted September 4 Nan, if freezer is frozen, fridge is probably actually working fine. In Florida, summer, I'd stick some frozen water gallons in the fridge compartment when we had a 3 way. At close to 100 degrees, your empty 3way could take well over 24 hours to come to temp, if it ever does. Some "cold sink" could help, ie frozen water gallons. You might try opening the grate at the top (outside) to increase airflow. It's tough to exhaust heat to high ambient heat. If you're leaving tomorrow, it's a waste. Load it and go, cold non perishables. Traveling down the road will increase airflow, as well. Get groceries in Apex. 5 2008 Ram 1500 4 × 4 2008 Oliver Elite, Hull #12 Florida and Western North Carolina, or wherever the truck goes.... 400 watts solar. DC compressor fridge. No inverter. 2 x 105 ah agm batteries . Life is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nan Posted September 13 Author Share Posted September 13 OK, I just got back from North Carolina camping where the refrigerator worked just fine because it was plugged into 30 amp. So, the story is that it does not work on Gas..I hear a clicking noise, but that is it...what should I look for? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jd1923 Posted September 13 Share Posted September 13 2 hours ago, Nan said: So, the story is that it does not work on Gas..I hear a clicking noise, but that is it...what should I look for? I have ONLY heard the "clicking noise" when the LP valve is turned OFF. Chris & John in Prescott, AZ | 2016 EII #113 | '01 Ram 2500 Cummins! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nan Posted September 13 Author Share Posted September 13 I had both gas valves open (one at a time). Maybe I have a problem with the regulator or the gas lines themselves. Now that I am back, I will pull the big cover and try to check it out. Thank you so much for responding to my question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators mossemi Posted September 13 Moderators Share Posted September 13 49 minutes ago, Nan said: I had both gas valves open (one at a time). Maybe I have a problem with the regulator or the gas lines themselves If the gas stove top or the hot water heater work, then the regulator should be fine. Mossey 4 Mike and Krunch Lutz, FL 2017 LEII #193 “the dog house” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronbrink Posted September 13 Share Posted September 13 22 minutes ago, Nan said: I had both gas valves open (one at a time). Maybe I have a problem with the regulator or the gas lines themselves. Now that I am back, I will pull the big cover and try to check it out. Thank you so much for responding to my question. The OPD safety valve built into the selected propane tank may have inadvertently been tripped, thus flow can be fully or partially restricted and prevent ignition at the refrigerator. This can be caused by opening the tank valve too fast, best to slowly open for the first 1/4 turn then proceed to fully open, or a line was open and the OPD sensed a leak and shutdown. You may first try switching the regulator to the other tank to see if adequate pressure is then available to ignite at the refrigerator. Did you by chance check pressure at the cooktop to see if it would ignite? You might try before switching the regulator, that could be telling. Now, if you end up switching the regulator to the other tank and still have issue, that tank’s OPD may have tripped, as well. If the problem persists, you can next try resetting the OPDs by first turning the tank valves completely off, then remove the hose pigtail tank connectors from each; subsequently reconnect the pigtails after checking that no lines are open. Now open each respective tank valve as suggested above and see if the fix is in (refrigerator ignites). Good luck! 1 1 2020 OLEll, Twin, 579: No installed solar, Renogy 40A DC-DC charger, 460Ah LFP battery bank/Victron SmartShunt, Hughes Autoformer, dual Lagun tables, auxiliary Cerbo-S GX/Victron 30A Blue Smart IP22 Charger combo, Dreiha Atmos 4.4 a/c upgrade. 2019 GMC Savana 2500 Cargo Van: 6.0L V8 Vortec, 6-Speed Automatic; Explorer Limited SE, Low-Top 7 Passenger van conversion, RWD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jd1923 Posted September 13 Share Posted September 13 5 hours ago, mossemi said: If the gas stove top or the hot water heater work, then the regulator should be fine. Mossey Yes, every time I open the LP valve after parking at our campsite, Chris is inside, and our first step is to light a gas burner to prime the main line. We change fridge to LP and start the HWH afterwards and the furnace should be ready to fire up overnight. 3 Chris & John in Prescott, AZ | 2016 EII #113 | '01 Ram 2500 Cummins! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators SeaDawg Posted September 14 Moderators Share Posted September 14 If you are not getting gas, most fridges will try three time with the "clicking noise, " and then throw an error code on the display to indicate "no fuel." Sometimes, with a 3 way, you'll hear the clicking noise, but not the little " whoosh" when it lights off. Are you showing any error codes on the fridge display, Nan, when you try to change to gas? 1 2008 Ram 1500 4 × 4 2008 Oliver Elite, Hull #12 Florida and Western North Carolina, or wherever the truck goes.... 400 watts solar. DC compressor fridge. No inverter. 2 x 105 ah agm batteries . Life is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nan Posted September 15 Author Share Posted September 15 Just saw your post, sherry. No error codes. I do not think I have any place for error codes on my fridge. The HW tank worked great while camping. I did notice when I turned on the tank the gauge showed red and green at the same time..this happened on both tanks. I will try the stove and see if it lights. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators SeaDawg Posted September 15 Moderators Share Posted September 15 (edited) Nan, which water heater do you have? If your water heater is a standard six gallon, it could be set to electric, not gas, and work if you have hookups, but no propane. Try the stove and see if it will light. I always did this first, before trying to run the fridge on gas, when we had a 3way. The stove top uses more gas, helps to clean out any "air bubbles," in my opinion. Every 3way I ever had in the last few decades could throw error codes on the main panel. Number and letter, or just numbers. Which fridge do you have? Edited September 15 by SeaDawg Typo 2008 Ram 1500 4 × 4 2008 Oliver Elite, Hull #12 Florida and Western North Carolina, or wherever the truck goes.... 400 watts solar. DC compressor fridge. No inverter. 2 x 105 ah agm batteries . Life is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nan Posted September 16 Author Share Posted September 16 Sherry, the water heater works fine..it is the refrigerator that was not working on gas, but working on 30 amp. I am going to try turning on the stove the next time I am over at the camper and then see if the refrigerator will fire off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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