Recently purchased a 1999 Catalina 36 MK II with an inverter - but the OP was unresponsive to queries on how to use it - there is an outlet to the left of the service panel and a dedicated power strip in the cabinet next to the outlet. Prior to purchase new top-of-the-line batteries installed, battery charge is great. We've tried all sorts of panel combinations while disconnected from the shore power. I feel like I'm just missing something. Similar situation with the galley refrigerator - turn it on at the panel and turn the thermostat on and nothing - though it worked at the time of the inspection? Thank you in advance. Mutara Nebula II
Can't figure out how to use the inverter/refrigerator on new to me '36 MK II.
- Thread starter Mutara Nebula II
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Most refrigeration units on boats is 12VDC. Why do you think it should be powered off the inverter?
Sorry for the confusion - it's not - it's on the DC panel, but even with the breaker on for it, it just won't turn on.
Confused by the mention of an inverter.
Hard to guess the problem - anything from bad compressor, bad thermostat, bad switch to no power to it. Can you verify the power at the compressor?
I figured the fridge out - the broker had disconnected the power line to the fridge by shoving a cushion into the compressor unit in the lazarette. Now I'm just trying to figure out why its loud - it started up with a loud squeaky noise; reduce to a low gurgle - I vacuumed out the plates that I could reach - wondering if I can lube the fan?
It's easier to replace it, usually a 4 inch computer fan: Radio Shack 4 inch 12 V DC fan #2730238
