no spark when trying to start the caravan fridge on gas
Submitted: Sunday, Feb 24, 2008 at 14:14
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gonebush SA
hi, we have an electrolux RM4400 three way fridge in the van and in the past it has ignited fine, but today going over things in the van found that it's lost it's spark, we did get it to click twice and nothing since, and yes there is gas in the bottle. is there a spot that would need a good clean and we are not to sure where the spark arcs out to.
so if you have any thoughts on the matter please let me know from Chris.
Reply By: gerrybhoy - Sunday, Feb 24, 2008 at 15:29
Sunday, Feb 24, 2008 at 15:29
g'day, remove access panel and have a look around the main burner on the bottom rear of the fridge,you have to remove a small metal cover.the burner is about the same diameter of your finger.
check your'e getting a spark arcing onto or around the burner,if not the ignition lead is earthing elsewhere or you have a faulty ignitor,also checkburner is not blocked with dust and isolator valve is in on position.Is your hotplate working?.
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Follow Up By: DIO - Sunday, Feb 24, 2008 at 16:17
Sunday, Feb 24, 2008 at 16:17
I find that it is always a good idea to light a burner/hotplate before attempting to ignite fridge - particularly if is hasn't been running for a while. It ensures that you have gas flowing from bottle and lines are full.
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Reply By: disco driver - Sunday, Feb 24, 2008 at 19:34
Sunday, Feb 24, 2008 at 19:34
The Piezo type igniters, (those push button or twist things that create the spark), have been known to sh*t themselves on occasions.
They should be available as a replacement part from any good caravan parts place (Camec or similar).
Failing that, Google is your friend, search for electrolux and go from there.
Disco.
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