refrigerator

[fordman01]

I'm still new at this RVing,what do most of u do with the refrig. when the RV in not in use,open the doors or keep it running all the time?

 

[akjimny]

Re: refrigerator

Denny - When I'm not going to be using the motorhome for a couple of weeks, I turn it off and wipe down the insides with a paper towel to dry things off. My fridge came with two little plastic clips the keep the fridge and freezer doors open about 1/2 inch. This allows air to circulate and keeps things fresh and un-moldy.

If we are going to be rolling out every weekend like we have been, I keep the motorhome plugged in and the fridge working on electricity. That way I don't have to unload everything and pack it all in the home fridge.

So I guess the answer is "Yes, both." :laugh: :laugh:

 

[LEN]

Re: refrigerator

About like Jim if its in use or used frequently it stays cold---ON--, If it will be stored its wiped down with cleaner and baking powder box's set inside with doors open/cracked.

LEN

 

[Grandview Trailer Sa]

Re: refrigerator

My Refer is on from Dewinterizing to Winterizing. I belive that Refers that are left on all the time give less problems in the long run. If I have to defrost, I will do it and turn it back on, but I rairly have to do so.

 

[fordman01]

Re: refrigerator

Thanks,do you keep it operating on gas ?

 

[Grandview Trailer Sa]

Re: refrigerator

Mine is plugged in except when I am traveling...

 

[fordman01]

Re: refrigerator

ok thanks again,that's what i will probably do also.

 

[fordman01]

Re: refrigerator

thanks for all your replies.

 

[thomasamski]

RE: refrigerator

I shut everything down when not in use, including the fridge. Keep the doors open. I made a pair of gadgets from plastic hangers with clips. I melted each end to reshape so they can easily be clipped to the door and shelves.

 

[tvman44]

Ours runs just about all the time, good to catch overflow from house fridge.

 

[leslieturn]

I'm in agreement that the answer to this question really ends up being pretty subjective no matter which way you look at it. If you use your R.V. frequently (2 or 3 weekends a month) then it probably wouldn't hurt you to keep it plugged in and running all the time. I will say, that is an interesting idea @tvman44 suggested. I never really thought about using it to catch overflow from the house. It might be a good idea to locate a some resources for refrigerator parts as you will use more leaving it on all the time. (Filter Outlet, etc.)