Usage and Tips of Fridges and Freezers

Get practical tips, expert advice and step-by-step DIY solutions for how-to clean, maintain and fix your Bushman fridges and freezers.

How to swap the door hinges on your Bushman DC-L Series upright fridge

Your Bushman DC-L Series fridge comes with the door hinges fitted to the right hand side from the factory. You can swap these to the left hand side. Please follow these instructions carefully.

How to make sure your DC-X Series upright fridge door closes properly

It’s a good idea to check the rubber door seals on your upright fridge occasionally, especially if your fridge is installed in a vehicle or mobile home. We recommend a quick visual inspection of your door seals and alignment after your first trip with your new fridge, and then once a year after that.

how to install your Bushman fridge

How to install your Bushman DC-X Series upright fridge

When it comes to mounting your DCX series upright fridge, there are a few different ways you can go about it. Here we will cover off the 4 main options.

keeping your fridge cool in the summer

How to keep your Bushman fridge cool in summer

Direct sunlight and radiant heat can affect the performance of your 12v fridge. Of course, sometimes this is unavoidable(especially in summer), but whenever possible keeping your fridge protected from direct sunlight and radiant heat will help it cool faster, and use less power. Read on for our top tips for protecting your fridge from radiant heat.

How to clean your fridge

Everyone loves a clean fridge! And keeping your fridge in tip top shape is easier than you think.

How to properly store your fridge when it’s not being used.

So you might be wondering, what is the best way to store your fridge depending on how long it’s out of action?

Setting up your 4X4 Canopy insulation and ventilation for a fridge

How to setup your 4X4 Canopy insulation and ventilation for a fridge

Setting your canopy up correctly will make a massive difference in how well your fridge works.

swapping the door handle on your fridge

Gas Caravan Fridge Not Getting Cold?

There’s a range of reasons why your fridge may be struggling to stay cool. We’ve compiled some of the most common caravan, gas and 3-way fridge problems along with answers and advice, to help you troubleshoot your fridge concerns.

Condenser Bushman

What is a 12V Fridge Condenser?

A 12v fridge condenser is the part of your fridge that gets rid of all the heat. There are actually 3 types of condensers: wire on tube, wire on plate and built-in.