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06/2/2016 at 12:09am
 Location: NW of Glasgow
 Outfit: Sterling Searcher 2008 Volvo XC90
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We have a Dometic B2200, a slightly older model than the Freshjet but very similar.

We also have a Sterling Searcher 2008 model.

The Dometic is fitted in the small rooflight opening, this previously housed an Omnivent, which we had moved to the bathroom.

The weight is 32kg, it comes with a remote control.

Ours was fitted as a dealer option and cost £1200, they are more now.

There is nothing much to service on them, just a bit of cleaning when required.

Unfortunately ours somehow lost its refrigerant in 2012 and we discovered there are few places you can get them re-gassed, and none in UK. Eventually Dometic replaced it free of charge in 2013.

It works very well, we leave it on low to keep the van cool all day, and as we don't caravan in high summer, we find we do not need it on overnight.

Cannot hear it outside, louder inside the van, especially when the compressor starts up, but you do get used to it.

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06/2/2016 at 1:44am
 Location: Derbyshire
 Outfit: Elddis accordo Motorhome
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It is illegal to re-gas a system known to have a leak. But I've never known any refrigeration or A/C system that cannot be regassed. It's probably down to the company not being familiar with caravan type systems. lazyness in my opinion.


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06/2/2016 at 8:05am
 Location: Greece
 Outfit: Stirling Elite Searcher
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Dometic is an International company and spares are plentiful worldwide even in Greece! If you are happy with your Heath Robinson unit why ask our opinion as it is your choice?


I think there is some confusion Nick.

The caravan is currently in England with no AC fitted.

My experience with the "heath robinson/house" type AC units is from the ones fitted at my home.

I think i've said as much in a previous post tyhat my options are
a/ Roof mounted caravan specific AC unit
b/ Adapt a home AC to fit

Thanks to every ones help and great responses so far they have put my fears to rest regarding the performance of the roof mounted ones


06/2/2016 at 5:25pm
 Location: Somewhere
 Outfit: Hobby 540 Premium
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I think the only confusion is that the quote in your post that you are replying to is not from me, it was from Ian....


07/2/2016 at 11:55am
 Location: Greece
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Quote: Originally posted by Nick J on 06/2/2016
I think the only confusion is that the quote in your post that you are replying to is not from me, it was from Ian....



Yep, sorry about that.


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27/2/2016 at 3:29pm
 Location: ne of uk
 Outfit: None Entered
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One thing to remember is that the roof of your caravan must be able to take the weight of an aftermarket AC unit otherwise you might find it on the floor (crashing through the roof) after travelling.



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