Told Norcold 1200 inslulation is "saturated" and unit must be replaced.
I notched problems with my refrigerator not holding temperature last summer. Having gone through two recalls,and doing lots of research, I decided that the optimum solution to my problem was to have the cooling unit replaced with the Amish cooling unit. This spring I bought it and had it drop shipped to a service/ dealer for installation. This spring we used it a few times and were very impressed with how well it cooled. Now this summer, I notched the temperature inside was very inconsistent. One day in the mid 30s. The next day it would be in the 50s. Makes no sense ? After email and advise I took it to an "authorized" repair guy. The thought process was that the first installer had not followed the instructions and used tape rather than the foam insulation recommended. So, yep, it had not been properly installed. The guy replaced the tape, and it cools great for a day or two, then it gets warm inside. Three different techs told my guy the unit must have a saturation of the insulation of the box. And it is sealed and can not be repaired. I must buy a new box. It was explained that it is like the insulation bonded inside a ice chest has gone bad.
So, here I am, down a bunch of money, and don 't know which way to go. I have never heard of insulation going bad..... I don't think changing to a conventional unit would fit. The furnace is located under the refrigerator, so room is an issue. And the DW is worried abut me messing things up. I really don't want to buy a new a Norcold. Right now, just broke and frustrated. Your comments, suggestions, and thoughts would be appreciated.
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