theron
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Does anyone know if it is possible to use a side by side refrigerator to ferment ales in one side and the other side as a kegerator? If so how would you go about doing this?
The wiring is not all that difficult and if you can find a wiring diagram for the fridge I can help you out.
I like that Push Pull Idea, I'll try that.. and yes I do have that "return" hole low on the center wall..
JP,, are you controlling the compressor with a Love control or similer?
If so relay power to the compressor from the (frequently) Orange wire.. and make sure the defrost timer always has power. The defrost timer will disconnect the power to the compressor when it turns on the defroster.. I had the exact same prob and fixed it this way
The trick I found to keep the freezer defrosted and at the same time not going above 100 degrees, was to make sure the Defrost timer was always powered and that it was working properly. Usually a Pink wire leaves the defrost timer and runs to the defrost element. the Orange wire has power when the defrost element is off and is not powered when the element is on. This is so that the defrost and compressor are not on at the same time.. The Cheapo controller should use this on/off power to relay to the compressor, that way your controller isnt fighting the defroster. If the defoster wont shut off at about 60`F then look for the Bimetal to be bad.. Its the device that breaks the power to the heating element when it goes above 60 degrees.. If you need help LMK
goodmojo said:Also, I've noticed a lot of side by sides have a freezer width around 10". That prevents using buckets unless theres a long skinny one I don't know about. Are you guys all fermenting in kegs?
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