Fridge vent covers
7 replies
Tinwheeler replied on 09/11/2023 17:41
Posted on 09/11/2023 17:41
They’re normally supplied with the caravan/MH although I think there are some fridge vents which won’t accept them. If we had them, we used them every winter. They help keep draughts, muck and vermin out of the cavity and some fridge instructions recommend using them when the fridge is in use below a certain external temperature. Check your handbook/instructions for your particular fridge.
nelliethehooker replied on 09/11/2023 20:27
Posted on 09/11/2023 20:27
We have had to purchase them flavour last couple of caravans, and I always use them during the winter, as directed in the hand book, when the temperature is around 8 C and below. I will be putting ours on shortly. They also help to stop water ingress if you used a power spray when washing your unit.
eribaMotters replied on 09/11/2023 21:18
Posted on 09/11/2023 21:18
I'm showing my ignorance here. I thought they were only needed when using a van/caravan over the winter and had not thought about using them for winter storage.
As regards a power/jet wash, this is something I would never consider using on a caravan, motorhome or car. They offer a realistic potential to inflict serious damage on any painted surface, soft material [plastic window] or seal.
Colin
nelliethehooker replied on 09/11/2023 21:30
Rufs replied on 10/11/2023 15:05
Posted on 10/11/2023 15:05
Never used them in 25+ years of caravanning, and more to the point never seen them or heard of their existance until now, maybe i am a novice, sometimes caravan is parked up for the winter sometimes it is in warmer climes, as for vermin getting in, my lowest one is some 3ft off the deck ? . Never bought a new new caravan and have never seen such covers with my used caravans.
TomL replied on 10/11/2023 21:34
Rufs replied on 11/11/2023 12:13
Posted on 10/11/2023 21:34 by TomL"... more to the point never seen them or heard of their existance until now... " Where on earth have you been?
Cliz
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