Why does my Dometic fridge keep blowing fuses?

So we started having a problem with our dometic fridge when we switch between LP, Shore, or Genny power. This started after we had a shorted out surge protector that pushed 160v through out the 120v circuits. The 5A fuse in the fridge did its job and popped. I found new 5A fuses and replaced the blown one on the circuit board.

Where to find the thermal fuse in Dometic dm2652?

Ceeminor, the thermal fuse I’m familiar with looks like a resistor, connected via spade terminals, with a clear plastic tube to protect from short circuits. This is represented in your schematics by item “Y”. Item “F”, I have no experience with. Item Y should be found close to the firebox. Thanks for the info!

What to do if your fridge blows the fuse?

With the power to the fridge disconnected, disconnect wires to the heater, plug the power in and repeat what sequence was making it blow the fuse. See if it does or not blow the fuse. That will determine where the problem is.

Is there a thermofuse between J4 and 12VDC?

I’m an electrical engineer and have read through the schematics and found that there is a thermofuse between the J4 pin and 12VDC terminal block I can jumper out that completely solves the problem. However, I know that a thermofuse is a safety device and don’t want to leave it jumpered out forever.

Where was the fuse blown on the Dometic RV refrigerator?

TROUBLESHOOTING DOMETIC RV REFRIGERATOR 5 amp fuse blown. The 5 amp fuse location is in the back of the Refrigerator was blown causing the appliance to work only on LPG (GAS) mode.

What should I do if my fuse blew on my Refrigerator?

To replace fuse it is recommended to Remove cover. Take the blown fuse out. Replace with the same amp fuse. The control system has a 3 amp fuse and the AC heater has a 5 amp .

What kind of Fuse does a fridge need?

The 5A fuse in the fridge did its job and popped. I found new 5A fuses and replaced the blown one on the circuit board. What I didn’t do is determine what type of 5A fuse should I have searched for. As long as I switch the fridge off before switching power the fuse doesn’t blow and the fridge cools like it should.

Why is my Dometic camper fridge not cooling?

Dometic camper fridge not cooling, remedy. – YouTube Dometic camper fridge not cooling, remedy. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device. Videos you watch may be added to the TV’s watch history and influence TV recommendations. To avoid this, cancel and sign in to YouTube on your computer.

Are there any fuses that slow blow in a fridge?

In the fridges I had occasion to work with (several over many years) the fuses used WERE NOT slow blow (but no idea if they were original or not). Of course, that’s NOT to say your particular model doesn’t use one.

What kind of AC does a Dometic rm2652 need?

Usually, refrigerators like the Dometic RM2652 need a total of 120-volt AC power. The fuse that you purchase should be according to that. This will prevent the device from running into any future errors. You should also remember to switch off your refrigerator and the main powerline before replacing these.

Why does my Dometic RV fridge not turn on?

My Dometic RM2652 RV fridge will not turn on, I have lights inside the fridge, but no lights on the eyebrow panel inside the camper at the top of the fridge, any help on what this could be would be great, thanks.

When does the check light go on on a Dometic refrigerator?

As mentioned above, the check light of Dometic fridge would activate if it a problem occur within the gas system. That being said, the check light should not go on in the case you set the refrigerator in AUTO mode and there are available electricity.

How can I tell if my Dometic Fridge has no power?

If you do not have power there, you must find what the course is. In most cases, there is a fuse on the RV’s 12V distribution panel that supplies it. There is also a 3A fuse on the main circuit board for the 12V supply. Either of those will give the symptom that you have.

Where is the 5 Amp Fuse on a Dometic RV refrigerator?

The 5 amp fuse location is in the back of the Refrigerator was blown causing the appliance to work only on LPG (GAS) mode. Replacing the fuse is very simple, remove the vent cover outside the RV giving you access to the back of the refrigerator, you will see a black box, remove the black cover and check the fuses.

Why does my Dometic refrigerator have no power?

The 11.8V is a bit low as far as the battery condition is concerned but not low enough to account for the refrigerator not working.The schematic on page 22 shows a 4a fuse in the red wire between the 12V supply and the relay which could be part of the problem if you have not checked it.

How often should a fuse be replaced on a Dometic RV refrigerator?

The control system has a 3 amp fuse and the AC heater has a 5 amp . After replacing the fuse check every hour for the next 5 hours to make sure the fuse is not blown again, if it is you need to call a technician, it’s possible the system has a short or defective parts. I replaced my fuse 3 times in the last 10 years……..

What causes a circuit breaker to blow a fuse?

Any faulty wiring or connected parts risk a power fault (surge), which trips a circuit (or blows a fuse). So, again, the problem is not that the circuit breaker (or fuse) didn’t do its job but rather that there was faulty equipment.

How can I test the GFCI breaker on my Dometic refrigerator?

To test the GFCI breaker, unplug your Dometic fridge from the RV wiring and run an extension cord to a plug, not on the same circuit. If there is no problem after plugging the extension cord into the new circuit, there is either a problem with the wiring in the RV, the connection to the outlet, the outlet itself, or the GFCI breaker is bad.

Why is my Dometic refrigerator not cooling properly?

The first thing to know is that the cooling units on every Dometic gas absorption refrigerator are gravity operated and MUST be level in order to run properly. The second thing you need to understand is that the refrigerator will not cool properly if it is too hot outside (typically over 90 degrees F ambient).

What to do if Dometic refrigerator burner breaks?

• Disconnect the 120 VAC power at rear of refrigerator. • Contact a Dometic dealer or Service Center for repair. • Do not use the refrigerator until it has been repaired. • Dislocated or damaged burner.

What does a thermal fuse look like in Dometic?

Kirk, your manual is from an older version. Ceeminor, the thermal fuse I’m familiar with looks like a resistor, connected via spade terminals, with a clear plastic tube to protect from short circuits. This is represented in your schematics by item “Y”.

Why is my AC / DC Dometic refrigerator not cooling?

There are several components that work together to get the refrigerator to cool properly. Understanding the basics will help you in locating the cause of the failure. AC/DC model Dometic refrigerators are fairly simple in troubleshooting.