20 Most Recent Dometic RM2193 Compact Refrigerator With Ice Box - Page 7 Questions & Answers

There is a plug in the cooling unit. Take the fridge out and lay it on its side for 1/2 hr, then on the other side for the same amount of time. Do this with the fridge inverted too. What this tumbling does is dislodge any particles which will restrict the flow of the fluids in the pipes. This is an old trick RV technicians trick to try to save the cost of replacing the the cooling unit.

To protect the battery, the refrigerator switches off automatically if the voltage is insufficient. Ck voltage to unit. Fuse blown or main 12 v breaker off? unit should be fuse protected with at least 15 A (at 12 V)

Kind of vague but: Most dual supply fridges are selective about where they get power. If you have 120 VAC present, the fridge will by preference take that over 12 VDC. So, disconnect 120 V and try it. Still no solution? Then you have a controller issue. Take your controller model # to the internet to find a replacement.

First, I'm not a Dometic tech. Though I have worked on commercial ice makers. I recommend you call your vendor or MFR for service. Especially if the unit is still under warranty. *** the following is for information only *** * You really got my curiosity peeked when you mentioned "Portable" as most Ice machines are huge monsters! Also as a retired espresso machine tech. I've serviced small Euro type Milk chillers (think the small 'Cola' cute refrigerators used by students.) These chillers usually are 12 volt powered with a separate power 'cube' that plugs in. * I checked several youtube vids for your model and was surprised it's a 110 VAC cord. It's odd that it's a fixed cord as 12 VDC is usually present in RV's which is the target market for this product. I would have expected an "IBM" style plug/connector set up on a unit like this to make the cord replaceable. But apparently not. * Since there was no back views of the unit, I'm guessing it's connected directly through the case panel with a strain relief grommet holding the cord in place (and preventing it from being cut.) You will have to have the unit taken in to have the cord properly replaced. (Wire must be sized correctly, and attached to unit.) *** Following voids warranty and can damage you and equip!*** * Most cases it's a heavy duty appliance cord (Home Depot/Lowes/etc.). Remove the cover nearest the cord or the bottom plate if it's a wrap around case. Check or take a picture of how the cord is attached to the unit. I would suggest stopping at this point and take these pictures show the "Electrical Rep" and have it matched. The rep may recommend you the needed parts I.E.; Cord, Grommets, Crimp lugs, and crimp tool. OR they may suggest otherwise. * If the wires are soldered directly to the board or power supply then it will get trickier as you will need wire cutter, solder paste, solder, soldering iron (rated for this type of work) and of course the replacement cord. * Hopefully it's lug mounted which is pushed on the terminals once the cord wire is stripped and the proper fitted lugs are crimped on. * Another style is also crimped on but then it's mounted using small nut, washer, and bolt to attach it to the terminal. * You might be able to re-use the grommet. Though I recommend it be replaced. Especially if the cord size does not match the original cord. You may have to enlarge the grommet hole in the case to make a larger grommet fit. * Again, This does void the warranty. It's a simple fix for any Technician with an electrical back ground. So be safe and get Qualified help with this project. Aloha! ukeboy57 PS; Thank you for your question. This is a neat piece of equipment that I will have to check out! Hey, what about Fruit juice ice? Wait, Ice cream? (link I mentioned above follows) https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=Dometic+Portable+Ice+Maker+HZB-15S&&view=detail&mid=76AA27DB4F2836E7B98C76AA27DB4F2836E7B98C&rvsmid=A66851C66275A1EC55D6A66851C66275A1EC55D6&FORM=VDQVAP

Check to see if compressor is running ,if not maybe bad relay

12 volt is not enough power to run a fridge.

Sure, but I don't suppose this will do the trick. The fact that is it is "blowing" out is the secret.. It probably is. When the dealer tested it, it would have been parked, probably in the garage. There, there was not a wind to blow it out, like there would have been on the highway. Perhaps you could look underneath and see if a handmade baffle could be made to stop this problem. God bless your efforts.

This one is easy your thermostat is gone. You may notice the unit never shuts off.

For Dometic parts it's usually easy to go through your local RV dealer. Not always the cheapest way, but they'll get the right parts the first time, maybe even have some of what you need on the shelf.

Put your hand in front of the refrigerator at the bottom and just pull