How Does Boat REFRIGERATION (& A/C) Work? [Capable Cruising Guides]

In this episode, Clark gives an overview of how refrigeration works on a boat. (This is the beginning of a few videos about our fridge and our high-efficiency air conditioning aboard Temptress.)
IN THIS VIDEO:
Beginning of Video [00:16]
What is a fridge, anyway? [00:59]
Quick Science Lessen [02:42]
Looking Inside [07:44]
-- Compressor: [07:54]
-- Control unit [08:22]
-- Condenser [08:53]
-- Expansion valve: [09:22]
-- Evaporator [10:46]
-- Thermostat [11:02]
-- Filter Dryer [11:45]
Check Your System [12:29]
Diagnosing Problems [14:41]
-- Gas Pressure Problems [15:15]
-- Thermostat Failure [16:52]
-- Fan Failure [18:40]
-- Control Unit Problems [19:49]
-- Other Problems [21:40]
LINKS TO SPARE PARTS (includes affiliate links):
Compressor controller: amzn.to/2Qkg8kl
Fan: amzn.to/3vfkTKx
Thermostat: amzn.to/3nhqCN5
LINKS TO REPAIR TOOLS & PARTS (includes affiliate links):
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Flare tool: amzn.to/3tT9kZu
Tubing cutter: amzn.to/3aBWk2v
Propane torch: amzn.to/32I6ryr
Solder: amzn.to/3tZWecA
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Vacuum pump: amzn.to/32JU5pK
Can tap: amzn.to/3sHDddP
134a gas: amzn.to/3vfpkVU
Tube expander: amzn.to/32IOvDY
Leak detector: amzn.to/3tOMouj
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