[C320-list] Any tips on installing new Cold Machine?

[John Morrison]

I helped s fella install a Nova Cool unit in a Mirage 33 this summer, it was a two man job given the location of the compressor and distance to the cool box. The unit cost $1300CAD and the quick disconnects work smooth. The old unit drew 6 amps running and the new one 3. If you are handy at all a straight forward DIY job, instructions are easy to follow. 
JEM
1999#574

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> On Oct 17, 2018, at 5:13 AM, argates2nd <argates2nd at comcast.net> wrote:
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> What is the cost of a complete new setup, including the compressor, for DIY installation?  Best supplier?Rollie.  #182
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> From: Gene Gammon <captaingene at msn.com> 
> Date: 10/16/18  10:49 PM  (GMT-05:00) 
> To: C320-list at catalina320.com, jackbrennan at bellsouth.net 
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Any tips on stalli ng new Cold Machine? 
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> Jack,
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> It is a two man job.  One to gently push the copper pipes uncoiled through the hole in the galley box and one man in the hole in the stern to pull gently through and bend to fit without a kink.
> Here is a photo on mine done this year.
> I reversed the compressor so the fan intake and coils were in the rear instead of against the bulkhead.  Better air flow and less heat.  Air cooled unit only and runs great, keeps ice..  Copper lines are insulated as you can see.
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> Gene Gammon, Capt.
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> From: C320-list <c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com> on behalf of Jack Brennan <jackbrennan at bellsouth.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, October 16, 2018 2:14 PM
> To: C320-list at catalina320.com
> Subject: [C320-list] Any tips on stalli ng new Cold Machine?
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> Hi all:
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> So my latest (and almost last) major project is replacing the dead Cold Machine so we can have refrigeration. I just removed the old unit, so I have a good idea of the layout and how things go together.
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> But I was wondering whether anyone had any tips or tricks on doing this? Particularly as it relates to running the refrigeration tubes from the refrigerator to the compressor. It looks simple, but ... what am I missing?
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> The new Adler Barbour Cold Machine apparently has quick-connect couplers that eliminate the risk of dumping all of the refrigerant, which I am very happy about, seeing as I often get things right the second time.
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> Jack Brennan
> Sonas, 1998 Catalina 320
> Tierra Verde, Fl.
> Dolphin Cruising Club of Tampa Bay
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