Dometic fridge not cooling down enough

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    • March 30, 2024 at 7:48 am #40638
      ben.bowers
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          I have a dometic absoprtion style fridge that turns on and is running, but is barely cool. It’s been on overnight and it’s not stocked yet. Any ideas?

        • March 30, 2024 at 8:14 pm #40642
          Tory Jon
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              I always start with the most obvious, check the thermostat. Then ensure the fridge is level and check the door gasket to make sure there is a tight seal.

            • March 30, 2024 at 11:26 pm #40643
              terry.miller
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                  I’d also make sure its properly ventilated. And I know you said its been cooling overnight but I’d give it a full 24 hours before troubleshooting

                • April 7, 2024 at 1:04 pm #40683
                  ben.bowers
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                      Forgot to update this, I let it run for another 12 hours or so and it was cooler. Not as cold as I’d like but much better. Not sure why it takes this model so long to cool down. It is level and the seals seem fine…idk.

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