Refrigerator and microwave not working

[Kathy from PA]

They both worked fine when we parked it last time. The refrigerator works on gas but not electric. There is power to the refrigerator and the microwave. I’ve checked the circuit breakers - turned them off and on. How could the both just die? What should I check?

[Mr. Dan]

Please post the division that built your unit, its year and model for those potential helpers who can't find/see your profile. Is it a 30 amp unit?

[bikendan]

Also make and model number of the fridge.
Do the 110v AC outlets and a/c work?
Are you plugged into shore power?

[Reverse_snowbird]

Let us know the year/make/model of your rv.

If your refrigerator works on gas, you must have some power to the refrigerator because they have electronic ignition.

What do you mean that you have power to the refrigerator and microwave? Have you tested the outlets that they are plugged into? The refrigerator might be hard to access, but frequently microwaves are plugged into an outlet in adjoining cabinets.

Welcome to the forum!

[Kathy from PA]

2017 Sunseeker 2290s class c. I unplugged each appliance and tested the outlet and they work. The microwave doesn't even light up or beep - it seems dead. The refrigerator seems to be working on gas. I'll see by tomorrow for sure.

[bikendan]

Moved thread from the Tech and Repair section to the Forester and Sunseeker sub-forum for better help from other Sunseeker owners and possible factory support.

[tomkatb]

Get an extension cord and plug it in elsewhere. What you stated indicates a dead microwave. Sort of does not make sense.

However. Monday night we were in a 12 hour thunderstorm near Texarkana. Lightning was striking all around us. Lost power. Usually the converter is the first to fry. Then the microwave. Unlikely though. I am a chicken. We have an ems.

[Larry-NC]

Originally Posted by Kathy from PA

They both worked fine when we parked it last time. The refrigerator works on gas but not electric. There is power to the refrigerator and the microwave. I’ve checked the circuit breakers - turned them off and on. How could the both just die? What should I check?

There are two fuses inside most gas/electric (absorption) refrigerators. They are the "cartridge" style; that is, a glass tube with a filament down the center and metal caps on each end. One is for the controls and gas operation and the other is for electrical operation. Make sure power is off, at circuit breaker, pedestal, or by unplugging. Take the white plastic cover on the outside off by turning the two fasteners 90° to the left and pulling the cover off. This will expose the circuit board. Take out the fuse and make sure the filament is complete. If not, get one at any auto parts store and replace the failed one.

If the microwave does not work when plugged into an extension cord that has power, it may have died. If you REALLY know what you are doing, you could take the covers off and look for an internal fuse. BE VERY CAREFUL. There are capacitors in a microwave oven that store a lethal charge for hours or days. If you know what you are doing, discharge those capacitors. Otherwise, get a service tech or a new microwave oven. I can't overemphasize the danger.

[SunseekerFL]

Originally Posted by Kathy from PA

2017 Sunseeker 2290s class c. I unplugged each appliance and tested the outlet and they work. The microwave doesn't even light up or beep - it seems dead. The refrigerator seems to be working on gas. I'll see by tomorrow for sure.

First check by bathroom if a hairdryer works. Does AC work or do you not have it plugged into 30 amp? You could start the generator and see if everything works.

[Mr. Dan]

OP's Last Activity: 06-07-2024 08:00 PM

[Rhumblefish]

Originally Posted by Mr. Dan

OP's Last Activity: 06-07-2024 08:00 PM

Good point.

OP probably first needs to check their internet connection.