How to remove gas line from Norcold 3163 refrigerator?
Remove the gas line to the burner box, again using 2 wrenches and tape the gas line – NOT the fitting to the burner box. Here is the inside of my burner box – the “corrosion” at the top is really loose particles – you can see how the orifices are blocked on the gas jet.
What is the serial number of the Norcold burner?
Norcold Burner 621957 fits the following models, regardless of serial number: Norcold Burner 629013 fits all 1200 and 1210 models, regardless of serial number. Below is a list of those models:
Where is the propane burner on a Norcold refrigerator?
If you go to the back of the refrigerator and locate the burner at the bottom right hand side, you can sometimes physically diagnosis this. The burner sits within a burner box, which is just a small square, metal box that contain the burner. This box has a sliding door to allow you to see the flame when operating on LP.
What kind of refrigerator is a Norcold model?
Your Norcold refrigerator is either a gas absorption model or an AC/ DC model refrigerator. Gas absorption models have coils on the back (the cooling unit) and are capable of operating on LP/ propane. AC/ DC models have a compressor and do not have an LP/ propane mode of operation.
How to remove gasket from Norcold 3163 refrigerator?
The burner box has a metal shield that needs to be removed first: Here is the burner box disintegrating gasket: Remove the gas line to the burner box, again using 2 wrenches and tape the gas line – NOT the fitting to the burner box.
What does the Norcold stock burner look like?
Norcold part # 621951 – from PDX RV LLC. Here is how the “stock” burner looks: Here is the “new” burner: The “new” burner creates a more “rounded” flame, and the larger orifices are much less likely to clog.
What kind of silicone to use on Norcold refrigerator?
Permatex 81878 “Ultra Copper” silicone – for resealing the burner box – the existing gasket will fall apart when you remove it – or a new gasket – Norcold part #617977 It really helps to set up a “test bench” to test out the fridge before you struggle to put it back.
Why do I need to remove the Norcold fridge?
Decided to tackle the job of removing the Norcold fridge (one of our favorite parts of the van) to check just what IS the condition of the burner box (the part that can be sometimes hard to start, or hard to keep lit).
