Home Log in or Register

Message Forums

Welcome Guest

Reception - All Forums

Camping and Caravanning Equipment

Topic: CombiCool Questions!

Nat+Col

15/8/2005 at 8:32pm
Location: Essex
Outfit: Bailey Provence

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 10/8/2005

Standard Member

Forum Posts: 76

Site Reviews Total:	1

Site Reviews 2024:	0
Site Reviews 2023:	0
Site Reviews 2022:	0
Site Reviews 2021:	0
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	0
Site Nights 2023:	0
Site Nights 2022:	0
Site Nights 2021:	0
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

Hi...

Just got a Halfords coolbox..which now looks like it is going to go back after reading reviews on this.. and how good the CombiCool is..

We have a Monty 6 which is a built in groundsheet...how safe is it to run off gas during the night when we are asleep, or is there another trick we dont know about?

Look forward to hearing your advice?

Nat & Col

Skatty

15/8/2005 at 9:42pm
Location:
Outfit:

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 23/7/2004

Diamond Member

Forum Posts: 5926

Site Reviews Total:	10

Site Reviews 2024:	0
Site Reviews 2023:	0
Site Reviews 2022:	0
Site Reviews 2021:	0
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	0
Site Nights 2023:	0
Site Nights 2022:	0
Site Nights 2021:	0
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

Hi ,not sure about the ventialtion in your tent ,but can you put it so its back is near a vent ? if your really concerned you could alwys turn it off at night ,should be fine so long as you dont open it too much !

-------------
My e:mail

norrisr9

16/8/2005 at 12:06am
Location: maltby Sth yorks
Outfit: Renault Trafic SWB converted Campervan

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 13/8/2003

Platinum Member

Forum Posts: 546

Site Reviews Total:	9

Site Reviews 2024:	0
Site Reviews 2023:	0
Site Reviews 2022:	0
Site Reviews 2021:	2
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	0
Site Nights 2023:	0
Site Nights 2022:	0
Site Nights 2021:	4
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

we went away to the elveston rally meet earlier this year, and ran the combicool all 3 nights on gas. in the TT. No problems, and couldn't smell it, there is a flame failure device. My dad who does quite a bit of plumbing said it would be fine, so no probs

-------------
Adventures can start or end anywhere, you just need the right attitude

Orama

16/8/2005 at 12:16am
Location: None Entered
Outfit: Spindrift, Cobra, Galaxy, Family Dome XL

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 01/9/2004

Silver Member

Forum Posts: 151

Site Reviews Total:	0

Site Reviews 2024:	0
Site Reviews 2023:	0
Site Reviews 2022:	0
Site Reviews 2021:	0
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	0
Site Nights 2023:	0
Site Nights 2022:	0
Site Nights 2021:	0
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

Just needs some ventilation, and then it's perfectly safe....plus the only thing that gets hot is the back and only really via the vent pipe/hole on the top.

Post last edited on 16/08/2005 00:17:26

Orama

16/8/2005 at 12:21am
Location: None Entered
Outfit: Spindrift, Cobra, Galaxy, Family Dome XL

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 01/9/2004

Silver Member

Forum Posts: 151

Site Reviews Total:	0

Site Reviews 2024:	0
Site Reviews 2023:	0
Site Reviews 2022:	0
Site Reviews 2021:	0
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	0
Site Nights 2023:	0
Site Nights 2022:	0
Site Nights 2021:	0
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

I also have a question...... mine (whilst running on gas) went out during last weekend, for no apparent reason (no pilot light, no refridgeration- it was ok after I re-lit it)..... is that a common occurence? I also find the self-lighting ignition to be unreliable- it often takes 20 clicks or so to get ignition, of course I can use a match, but it's just a shame it doesn't work itself. Anyone else have this problem?

PigletandTigger

16/8/2005 at 7:53am
Location: Dorset
Outfit: Lots.mainly Cabanons!

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 20/5/2004

Diamond Member

Forum Posts: 7016

Site Reviews Total:	1

Site Reviews 2024:	0
Site Reviews 2023:	0
Site Reviews 2022:	0
Site Reviews 2021:	0
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	0
Site Nights 2023:	0
Site Nights 2022:	0
Site Nights 2021:	0
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

Orama

We find that when we set up on site the fridge is virtually impossible to start on the ignition button and we have to use a match. After it's been lit once the ignition button works fine (if you need to use it).

Mine has only gone out once when running on gas and I'm pretty sure that was "user error" I think someone tried to adjust the temperature with the "electric setting" button and this shuts it off when you're running on gas.

I've been amazed that it keeps running on gas inside the dayroom when the bottom of the room is flapping around in strong and gusty winds - I expected it to be much less reliable than this.

-------------
Piglet

julieann146

17/8/2005 at 10:31pm
Location: Wiltshire
Outfit: Outwell - Hartford XL

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 24/7/2005

Standard Member

Forum Posts: 3

Site Reviews Total:	1

Site Reviews 2024:	0
Site Reviews 2023:	0
Site Reviews 2022:	0
Site Reviews 2021:	0
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	0
Site Nights 2023:	0
Site Nights 2022:	0
Site Nights 2021:	0
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

Found a website with a bargain for a combicool only £129.99 + £6.99 for postage I'm off to buy one tomorrow!

Orama

18/8/2005 at 8:00am
Location: None Entered
Outfit: Spindrift, Cobra, Galaxy, Family Dome XL

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 01/9/2004

Silver Member

Forum Posts: 151

Site Reviews Total:	0

Site Reviews 2024:	0
Site Reviews 2023:	0
Site Reviews 2022:	0
Site Reviews 2021:	0
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	0
Site Nights 2023:	0
Site Nights 2022:	0
Site Nights 2021:	0
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

Quote: Originally posted by PigletandTigger on 16/08/2005

Orama

We find that when we set up on site the fridge is virtually impossible to start on the ignition button and we have to use a match. After it's been lit once the ignition button works fine (if you need to use it).

Mine has only gone out once when running on gas and I'm pretty sure that was "user error" I think someone tried to adjust the temperature with the "electric setting" button and this shuts it off when you're running on gas.

I've been amazed that it keeps running on gas inside the dayroom when the bottom of the room is flapping around in strong and gusty winds - I expected it to be much less reliable than this.

Thanks for that PigletandTigger .... I'll do as you say- it's quicker and easier with a match anyway. I'll hope it going out was a one off....

Nat+Col

18/8/2005 at 9:39am
Location: Essex
Outfit: Bailey Provence

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 10/8/2005

Standard Member

Forum Posts: 76

Site Reviews Total:	1

Site Reviews 2024:	0
Site Reviews 2023:	0
Site Reviews 2022:	0
Site Reviews 2021:	0
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	0
Site Nights 2023:	0
Site Nights 2022:	0
Site Nights 2021:	0
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

Thanks everyone for your input....mine is on order and hopefully be a CombiCool user soon!!

Nat

BrummyGit

03/9/2005 at 1:57pm
Location: South Staffordshire
Outfit: Outwell Vermont XL Monty 4 Monty 12

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 24/7/2005

Platinum Member

Forum Posts: 521

Site Reviews Total:	6

Site Reviews 2024:	0
Site Reviews 2023:	0
Site Reviews 2022:	0
Site Reviews 2021:	0
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	0
Site Nights 2023:	0
Site Nights 2022:	0
Site Nights 2021:	0
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

Quote: Originally posted by julieann146 on 17/08/2005
Found a website with a bargain for a combicool only £129.99 + £6.99 for postage I'm off to buy one tomorrow!

Go on, give me a clue which one?

In order to post a reply you will need to register, or if already registered please log in here

Prev Next
Quick Links - All Forums - Camping and Caravanning Equipment - Top of Page

Printable version

Latest News, Discounts and Competitions see all...

5535 Visitors online !

Free UKCampsite.co.uk Window Sticker - Recommend to Friend - Add a Missing Campsite

[Message Forums] [Caravan Sites & Camping] [Company Listings] [Features / Advice] [Virtual Brochure] [Shop!]
[Reception] [Competitions] [Caravans & Motorhomes For Sale] [Event Diary] [Contact Us] [Tent Reviews]

Please note we are not responsible for the content of external sites & any reviews represent the author's personal view only. Please report any error here. You may view our privacy and cookie policy and terms and conditions here. All copyrights & other intellectual property rights in the design and content of this web site are reserved to the UKCampsite.co.uk © 1999 - 2024