Thread Number: 84906  /  Tag: Refrigerators
Suggestions needed to revive old freezer
[Down to Last]

automaticwasher.org's exclusive eBay Watch:
scroll >>> for more items --- [As an eBay Partner, eBay may compensate automaticwasher.org if you make a purchase using any link to eBay on this page]
Post# 1093694   10/19/2020 at 08:44 (1,256 days old) by Lstone900 (Marengo)        

I have this great big awesome freezer. I actually re used this photo, but mine is identical. The problem is mine starts up but it isnt cooling. I would like suggestions on replacing what I suspect is an r 22 compressor, or alternately switching out the system for something different. If anyone has experience with conversions of any kind I would like to know how you did it. Otherwise any information about acquiring the compressor it uses would be so welcome. Thank you.

  View Full Size



Post# 1093701 , Reply# 1   10/19/2020 at 09:20 (1,256 days old) by Lstone900 (Marengo)        
UPDATE

Local appliance guy says the compressor is probably fine but he wont work on it. He said the inner workings are actually Chief brand and the tubes going into the unit are larger than he expected them to be. He thought that it might not take well to being converted to modern. Sounds like the better option is having it checked for leaks and try to run it a while. I would still be interested in any experiences others have had with this style of freezer. Thank you.

Post# 1093725 , Reply# 2   10/19/2020 at 13:28 (1,256 days old) by RP2813 (Sannazay)        
Paging David (turbokinetic)!

rp2813's profile picture

We've had a few refrigeration issues posted here recently and David is our resident expert/miracle worker.  Unfortunately, he's busy and out on the road a lot, and hasn't been posting much here recently.

 

That you even got anyone to come and take a look at your freezer is a real accomplishment.  If the mechanical components of the sealed system are functioning properly, then it could very well be that a leak has developed over the years.  A re-charge with original or even a reasonable substitute refrigerant could be expensive and would likely provide only temporary resolution.  Locating the leak could be difficult and would run up labor charges trying to find it, but if it's worth it to you to have this freezer operational again, then would be the way to go.

 

I don't know where Marengo is, but someone else who reported some refrigerator troubles has family members with knowledge on mechanical systems.  If by some chance you happen to be within reasonably close range, they could be a resource for you.


Post# 1093748 , Reply# 3   10/19/2020 at 15:40 (1,256 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions)        

goatfarmer's profile picture

Is that Marengo Illinois? Looks like a monster of a freezer!



Forum Index:       Other Forums:                      



Comes to the Rescue!

The Discuss-o-Mat has stopped, buzzer is sounding!!!
If you would like to reply to this thread please log-in...

Discuss-O-MAT Log-In



New Members
Click Here To Sign Up.



                     


automaticwasher.org home
Discuss-o-Mat Forums
Vintage Brochures, Service and Owners Manuals
Fun Vintage Washer Ephemera
See It Wash!
Video Downloads
Audio Downloads
Picture of the Day
Patent of the Day
Photos of our Collections
The Old Aberdeen Farm
Vintage Service Manuals
Vintage washer/dryer/dishwasher to sell?
Technical/service questions?
Looking for Parts?
Website related questions?
Digital Millennium Copyright Act Policy
Our Privacy Policy