Used Refrigerators – Find Good Prices, Deals and Information on Used Refrigerators

Propane refrigerators are powered by gas or propane and are commonly used on RV’s, boats, cabins, and by environmentally conscience homeowners.  Besides being powered by gas and propane, they are unique because they have no moving parts, motors or fans. This means there is less wear and tear of the parts of the refrigerator and you will never hear a motor turning on. They also use heat to control the cold temperature in the fridge to avoid frost and freezing.

How It Works

They use ammonia and water as a coolant which is heated by the generator using the propane or gas. Once the ammonia and water solution has reached its boiling point it will flow into a separator that separates the water and ammonia. The ammonia gas will head to a condenser which disperses the heat turning the ammonia back into a liquid. From there, the ammonia heads into the evaporator where it will mix with hydrogen gas and it evaporates resulting in a cold temperature. Next, the ammonia and hydrogen gas head to the absorber. Here the water that was collected earlier mixes with the hydrogen and ammonia gases. The ammonia forms with the water, releasing the hydrogen gas, which heads back to the evaporator to start the whole cycle over again.

Why Buy a Used Propane Refrigerator?

Just like any refrigerator they can be expensive and buying them used can save you a lot of money.  You can find used appliance stores online or use sites like eBay, craigslist, or the Penny Saver to find deals near you.  There are risks involved in buying a used propane refrigerator, which is why we recommend buying them from a well-known dealer who offers a warranty or good return policy. With the risk that is involved, it is possible to save hundreds of dollars and get a good quality propane refrigerator.

What To Look For When Buying A Used Propane Refrigerator

When you begin searching for a used propane refrigerator you need to be really careful. Since propane refrigerators are not as common as your standard refrigerator they are hard to find. People will not often sell their propane fridge because they want to upgrade, or want a bigger model. They are generally selling them because they have a problem, or are beginning to go out.

If possible, buy from a well-known refrigerator dealer who offers a warranty or good return policy. If you are buying it online through online dealers or eBay make sure they back up their products and will offer you some kind of repair service, warranty, or return if the fridge malfunctions.

If you decide to buy from someone locally, you should always try to barter and get the lowest price possible. They may tell you it is in great working condition but if it is not, you want to pay as little for the refrigerator as possible. You should ask them for receipts to show how old it is and any manuals they that may have come with the fridge. If possible, plug it in and test it before purchasing.

We don’t want to scare you away from buying a used propane refrigerator because you can get great deals on used products. As long as you have a warranty, good return policy, and/or trust the person you are buying from you should be able to get a great deal.

Popular Brands of Propane Refrigerators

The most popular brands of propane fridges also manufacture standard refrigerators, the most popular being Danby. But, there are other companies like Miller, Zero, Frostek, Dometic or Servel, Crystal, and Freedom. They are all great companies, but the one that stands out the most is Miller. They began with the mission to create an environmentally safe refrigerator, refurbishing old refrigerators into gas or propane refrigerators. None the less, they all build quality fridges.