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

[Chef Adam Weiner]

Thank you very much.  I have the brochure that came with the unit and it
says that the unit was fully charged at the factory.  Where/how do you add
the R-12.

I thought I had controller problems years ago because the unit would cut off
in hot days.  Turned out to be a lack of ventilation at the compressor which
we remedied by adding some vent holes.  I was looking at the controller this
afternoon in a Defender catalog.  Amazing how it costs about 33% of an
entire new unit.

I am going to trying charging first and then see what happens.

Thank you for your guidance and advice.  It is very helpful.

Adam

-----Original Message-----
From: c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com
[mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Jane & Ken
Sent: Monday, May 25, 2009 11:41 AM
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Adam's arrogance gets him in trouble

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