How do you troubleshoot a Norcold RV refrigerator?

Follow these troubleshooting steps:

1. Make sure the power switch/thermostat is not in the OFF position.
2. Make sure that the refrigerator is correctly installed and that the vents are not blocked.
3. Make sure that the power source to the refrigerator is serviceable.

Is norcold still in business?

In early 1963, Norcold was acquired by the Stolle Corp., an Alcoa company, and greatly expanded its refrigerator lines. Purchased by Thetford Corporation in 1997, Norcold’s growth and innovation continues today, most recently with the introduction of the Polar Series of RV refrigerators in 2018.

How much does it cost to repair a RV refrigerator?

Many large RV refrigerators can cost well over $2,000 new. With labor charges at about $100 an hour, combined with the $1,400 or so the replacement parts would cost, it makes better sense to just buy a new refrigerator.

How do I reset my Norcold RV refrigerator?

Press and hold the TEMP SET button on the fridge control panel. When ‘Er’ shows on the screen release the TEMP SET button. When ‘CL’ shows on the screen, wait five seconds and press and hold the TEMP SET button until ‘Er’ is shown on the screen again. Cycle the fridge off/on to see if the “no co” error is erased.

Can a Norcold refrigerator be used in an RV?

Most RV’s have gas absorption refrigerators and these can be more troublesome since there are more components that affect the cooling. The first thing to know is that the cooling units on every Norcold gas absorption refrigerator are gravity operated and MUST be level in order to run properly.

Can a Norcold fridge be repaired with Dometic?

This is an introduction to RV fridge repair for Norcold & Dometic troubleshooting. Please choose the fridge you want to work on using the Norcold Troubleshooting or the Dometic Troubleshooting menus above.

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 can I tell if my Norcold refrigerator is failing?

Understanding the basics will help you in locating the cause of the failure. AC/DC model Norcold refrigerators are fairly simple in troubleshooting. You will know that you have one of these models if the refrigerator has a compressor in the back (typically installed in boats and trucks).