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In the refrigeration cycle, there are five basic components: fluid refrigerant; a compressor, which controls the flow of refrigerant; the condenser coils (on the outside of the fridge); the evaporator ...

Many RV enthusiasts wonder why it’s not a good idea to simply use a small, conventional model in an RV. For one, conventional refrigerators aren’t built to last in an RV. A residential fridge is not ...

An open fridge, with the fridge door in focus, full of condiments and food packets. - Mjrodafotografia/Getty Images People have been finding ways to keep food cool since ancient times. Some took ...