[C320-list] Adam's arrogance gets him in trouble

[Jane & Ken]

Adam,
   I have hull #219 and each year since new I have needed to add R-12 to the system.  Our boats were manufactured when Adler/Barbour (now WAECO)  was using R-12 and MP39.  The refrigerant used is stamped on the compressor.
   R-12 is available, but VERY costly--You can use refrigerant 409-A to recharge HOWEVER YOU MUST EVACUATE the system prior to introducing the 409-A.
   Your problem may be the electronic module and not low coolant--a good refrigerant person can determine if the refrigerant is okay. in which case you need to check the electronic module.  Last cost I knew about was $200.00 for the module from West Marine.
I went through four modules between Sept. 2000 and May 2002.  
   The company may now be called KENYON.  Clinton, CT---860-664-4906 or Fax at 860-664-4907---information as of May 2002.
   Hope this helps--The units are nearly bullet proof as yours has run for 15 years.
Ken, OBUOY #219

--- On Mon, 5/25/09, Chef Adam Weiner <esquirecatering at rcn.com> wrote:


From: Chef Adam Weiner <esquirecatering at rcn.com>
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Adam's arrogance gets him in trouble
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Date: Monday, May 25, 2009, 12:55 PM




I have hull 218.  

I did not assimilate nor keep all of the postings on the reefer because I
prided myself that my reefer was always at the perfect 40 degrees.  Well, I
should have paid more attention.  Last weekend the reefer was running around
60 degrees and this past weekend about 50 (the ambient temperature was far
colder this past weekend.)

What was the consensus for this vintage boat?  A recharge or a new
compressor?

Is the refrigerant in these units currently available?  If not, what are we
using?

Thanks for forgiving my arrogance.

Warmest regards,

Adam