The On Deck Channel · video

What this video covers

An Isotherm sliding refrigerator on a cruising boat failed to close flush, leaving the bottom of the door kicked out and venting cold air.0:50 Initial inspection suggested a track misalignment, but the issue originated from ice buildup behind the freezer compartment.3:55 This accumulation prevented the internal tray from sliding fully into the housing, which forced the door to shut at an angle.4:13 Removing the tray and clearing the ice allowed the unit to seal properly.4:34 The boat owner also discusses the limitations of using a portable air conditioning unit in a vessel originally equipped with a diesel furnace.6:17 The current setup relies on a fan to circulate air from the saloon into the cabin, maintaining temperatures in the low 80s.5:56 The owner is researching the installation of a marine air conditioning system on an aluminium hull, specifically seeking methods to plumb a pump to a standpipe above the waterline without causing cavitation.6:40

More from The On Deck Channel

This is My Favorite Upgrade on a Boat... | Leopard 50Oct 2026Get a Boat They Said... It Will Be Fun | New to Boat Life SeriesSept 2026First Time Sailing... Failed | New to Boat Life SeriesSept 202624 shipping containers. A lot more than rigging!Aug 2026

From The On Deck Channel — see the channel’s boat, crew, and every analysed video.

The Sailing Directory Newsletter

One email with the fleet's best finds — the moments, boats, and stories worth your watch time. Enter your own address to get your own copy.