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Podster
Senior Member Joined: 16 Sep 2014 Location: San Antonio Online Status: Offline Posts: 1108 |
Topic: Beeping Fridge Fix - By Jim Fielder Posted: 27 Jul 2016 at 10:14am |
Here is the update to the beeping fridge issue by MoosePOD via Dometic and FR. It works!
Note: You don't have to silicone the entire channel, just an inch or so at the opening (red square) to prevent condensation from running down the wires into the plug and sensor.
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Cliff & Raelynn
Ranger 4.0/178 (1/2 ton 5,800lb tow capacity) |
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StephenH
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6326 |
Posted: 28 Jul 2016 at 8:54am |
Podster,
Thank you for the pictures. They are the mirror image of the refrigerator in my 179. However, the tape and wire are the same. I had some Liquid Nails Clear 100% Silicone Adhesive (LN-207) on hand. It does not have the vinegar smell, so it must use a different method for cure. I filled the area you indicated and replaced the tape. I also tried to make a drip loop on the wires when I put the tape back to also help keep any condensation out of the connection. This was preventative as I had not experienced the problem. |
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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
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densmorema
Groupie Joined: 25 Jul 2016 Online Status: Offline Posts: 70 |
Posted: 31 Aug 2016 at 9:44pm |
Tried the silicone repair,worked for a while till I ran into some more humid weather than it started beeping again at 430 in the morning, had to unplug the wire. I give up till domestic comes up with a recall.I guess if you want to be able to use the light we will have to blow dry the switch and plug it back in, unbelievable specially when that switch sells for 250 dollars.
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Mike and Cherie
Michigan 2015 R179 2016 silverado |
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Podster
Senior Member Joined: 16 Sep 2014 Location: San Antonio Online Status: Offline Posts: 1108 |
Posted: 31 Aug 2016 at 10:25pm |
This is the first time that I have read that the recommended Dometic fix has failed. You may want to check your seal. A leaky door seal will produce excessive condensation.
I don't see a recall coming for the beeping fridge. Use a dollar bill to check the seal. It should have some drag on it all the way around the door.
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Cliff & Raelynn
Ranger 4.0/178 (1/2 ton 5,800lb tow capacity) |
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Leo B
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 13 Jan 2012 Location: Lyndonville, VT Online Status: Offline Posts: 4517 |
Posted: 01 Sep 2016 at 3:12pm |
Ditto, plus check to make sure your door is aligned and is tight. Our frig fix has lasted two years in all kinds of temps and condensation.
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Leo & Melissa Bachand
2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
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densmorema
Groupie Joined: 25 Jul 2016 Online Status: Offline Posts: 70 |
Posted: 01 Sep 2016 at 5:28pm |
Checked the seal and it's fine, did the dollar bill test.I took the door latch apart again dried it out than sprayed with silicone whigh is di-electric and leaves a water proof coating. Tested and it's working properly again, will see down the road.Thanks for the comments.
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Mike and Cherie
Michigan 2015 R179 2016 silverado |
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luvmypod
Newbie Joined: 18 Jun 2016 Location: Ontario Online Status: Offline Posts: 4 |
Posted: 05 Sep 2016 at 9:12pm |
Hi Densmorema, how is the fridge situation, still beeping? having same issue and we just unplug it- no beep
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densmorema
Groupie Joined: 25 Jul 2016 Online Status: Offline Posts: 70 |
Posted: 05 Sep 2016 at 9:48pm |
Haven't used it yet but I'm not holding out alot of hope for it.Pulling the wire off at least is a sure fix but you lose your light.Big problem just to let you know that your door has been open for 2 minutes.It had been okay for a couple of trips after I siliconed it but then we ran into some real humid weather and it started again,dam thing is that it always goes off in the middle of the night.lol.
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Mike and Cherie
Michigan 2015 R179 2016 silverado |
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densmorema
Groupie Joined: 25 Jul 2016 Online Status: Offline Posts: 70 |
Posted: 08 Oct 2016 at 10:53am |
Just returned from a four day outing and no beeping but it wasn't very humid either, I am thinking about buying one of those small refrigerator fans on Amazon to keep the air circulating,might help.
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Mike and Cherie
Michigan 2015 R179 2016 silverado |
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srustad
Newbie Joined: 27 Jul 2021 Location: CA Online Status: Offline Posts: 1 |
Posted: 15 Aug 2021 at 9:02pm |
Hello, I am new here. I had the beeping fridge issue and tried
every fix the internet could sling at me but nothing worked for me. I did
figure out my own ‘fix’ which will work for every dometic fridge that has this
beeping problem…no matter what. The symptoms: The fridge door is securely shut and latched
but does the beeping thing every few minutes. Other than the beeping, my fridge
operated completely normal. After trying the other fixes I developed my own. If
you are under warranty, this ‘fix’ is not for you. The simple fix: Open the fridge door and remove the two
screws that hold on the top bar of the fridge which houses a circuit board and the
front facing screen/buttons. Once the screws are out, inspect the circuit board
and locate the very very tiny speaker that makes the beeping noises. If you are
unsure, just wait two minutes and wait for it to beep…placing your finger on top
of it while it beeps will help you ensure you have found the correct item on
the circuit board. Once you narrow down which item is making the noise, use a dental
pick or tiny screw driver to dig out the small metal diaphragm from inside of
the very tiny speaker. Problem solved. It can no longer make any noise. This
worked perfect for me and hopefully for you. Side notes: A. Ensure power to the fridge is off then you actually dig
out the speaker…this will ensure you don’t accidently create a short. B. If you still feel uneasy about choosing the right “speaker” on the circuit board, just google “PIEZOELECTRONIC BUZZER, 3V, 4KHZ “for an
image of what you are looking for. Hope this helps. -Spencer 2015 R-Pod 178 |
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