How Does Boat REFRIGERATION (& A/C) Work? [Capable Cruising Guides]

In this episode, Clark gives an overview of how refrigeration works on a boat. (This is the beginning of a few videos about our fridge and our high-efficiency air conditioning aboard Temptress.)

IN THIS VIDEO:
Beginning of Video [00:16]
What is a fridge, anyway? [00:59]
Quick Science Lessen [02:42]
Looking Inside [07:44]
— Compressor: [07:54]
— Control unit [08:22]
— Condenser [08:53]
— Expansion valve: [09:22]
— Evaporator [10:46]
— Thermostat [11:02]
— Filter Dryer [11:45]
Check Your System [12:29]
Diagnosing Problems [14:41]
— Gas Pressure Problems [15:15]
— Thermostat Failure [16:52]
— Fan Failure [18:40]
— Control Unit Problems [19:49]
— Other Problems [21:40]

LINKS TO SPARE PARTS (includes affiliate links):
Compressor controller: https://amzn.to/2Qkg8kl
Fan: https://amzn.to/3vfkTKx
Thermostat: https://amzn.to/3nhqCN5

LINKS TO REPAIR TOOLS & PARTS (includes affiliate links):
Gauge set: https://amzn.to/3xooeZU
Flare tool: https://amzn.to/3tT9kZu
Tubing cutter: https://amzn.to/3aBWk2v
Propane torch: https://amzn.to/32I6ryr
Solder: https://amzn.to/3tZWecA
Flux: https://amzn.to/3sN4o75
Vacuum pump: https://amzn.to/32JU5pK
Can tap: https://amzn.to/3sHDddP
134a gas: https://amzn.to/3vfpkVU
Tube expander: https://amzn.to/32IOvDY
Leak detector: https://amzn.to/3tOMouj

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