DIY Chiller

[deerstalker.308]

Rapid cycling shortens lifespans significantly, so it's not entirely old school myth, however a fridge or freezer typically has a thermostat which kicks in & out many times per day, so turning off every week or two is irrelevant.
If not being used, turning it off will save you power & probably prolong the life of the fridge. Or it might make it stink of course

You can always fill it with beer in between deer, it sounds almost the same and makes good use of the cold temperature.... and saves the issue of a smelly fridge too... win win!

 

[FISH BOY]

You can always fill it with beer in between deer, it sounds almost the same and makes good use of the cold temperature.... and saves the issue of a smelly fridge too... win win!

Now there's an interesting idea....

 

[woodmaster]

Why not wire the fan in to the switched side of the thermostat, so fan only comes on when compressor is running. That way it will work just as much as the compressor is and remain static the rest of the time. Save you remembering to open the door etc.

 

[Kevgun]

The best way to stop it stinking when not in use is to leave the door open or ajar, i work in refrigerated transport hire and when we have Vans stood up for any length of time we secured the doors open to stop it stinking otherwise they always smell mouldy/musty.

 

[FISH BOY]

My first guests...

 

[woodmaster]

I heard you get a chilly reception round your place.
Do you put the coke in there to keep your kids mates from getting at it?

 

[sauer]

As kevgun said


When off & not n use leave door ajar .... I always clean down with antibacterial spray then prop door open with a metal chest spreader ... only open 2” or 3” but never had smell


Paul

 

[SDC7x57]

A fan for a computer works just fine, but there has to be a vent.....a wee hole at the bottom of the front door, and a hole at the top, fan in the middle.....job done.

 

[Sam64]

Nice work Russ

atb Sam

 

[Buckle]

Can you tell me the dimensions of your fridge?

Thanks

 

[sikadog]

It is a total mith that opening the door lets moisture out when the fridge is running, outside humidity 60% inside with the fridge running 30% how the hell is opening the door going to reduce moisture.
A fan is the second most important thing to reduce moisture, the first thing is to make sure the condensation drain hole is clear, every fridge has one.

IF ANYONE REQUIRES INFORMATION ABOUT FRIDGE PROBLEMS PM ME I HAVE HELPED 40 or 50 PEOPLE ON HERE WITH THERE FRIDGE PROBLEMS INCLUDING THE OWNERS WELL AT LEAST SIKAMALC AND I DONT CHARGE FOR INFORMATION AND MOST PROBLEMS CAN BE DIAGNOSED OVER THE PHONE.

Sorry to shout but I get a bit fed up of people giving information that is not correct, I know they are trying to help but it sometimes makes things worse.

 

[FISH BOY]

Can you tell me the dimensions of your fridge?

Thanks

Standard tall fridge - plenty on evilbay - its 180cm tall x 60cm wide x 65cm deep.

Tenderum kit I got from Bushwear.

 

[Buckle]

Thanks

 

[ciscokid]

Info please.
Should I put Ventilation mesh/holes in the door of the fridge top and bottom?
I am putting a fan in the fridge.

 

[75]

Info please.
Should I put Ventilation mesh/holes in the door of the fridge top and bottom?
I am putting a fan in the fridge.

Why? What are you trying to achieve? See sikadog's post at the top of this page.

 

[ciscokid]

Why? What are you trying to achieve? See sikadog's post at the top of this page.

I just noticed that the Bushwear kit seems to include vent plugs/mesh so wanted to know if they were advantageous.

 

[willowbank]

Rapid cycling shortens lifespans significantly, so it's not entirely old school myth, however a fridge or freezer typically has a thermostat which kicks in & out many times per day, so turning off every week or two is irrelevant.
If not being used, turning it off will save you power & probably prolong the life of the fridge. Or it might make it stink of course

Out of season my chiller and fridge have the doors wedged open to allow air to circulate, never had any problems.

Willowbank.

PS just gone back and read P3, as already said.