Cooler Knowledge Base
How can i build a cooler from my refrigerator? I'm building a highland chamber which is 4 feet tall, 5 feet long and 2 feet width. The main thing is to make it cool until about 15 Celsius so that i can grow Highland nepenthes. Enough details, I just want to know how to build a cooler which will get 15 celsius from a refrigerator. Thanx!
can mold grow in a commercial cooler? I'm planning to replace a tile floor in a walk-in cooler. The tile is being replaced because the wood subfloor under it is rotten and saturated from a leak in the ceiling. So the subfloor has been perpetually wet for a very long time (years I would guess). My question is, can mold grow in refridgerated temperatures inside this restaurants cooler?
How do I become a commercial cooler technician? Commercial coolers such as the ones found in liquor stores, convenience stores, 7-11, supermarkets, fast food restaurants. I want to become a person who fixes the compressors to make the cooler cool. How do I become one? Does it take long time? What if I just want to learn basic knowledge so I can learn & work on them at same time?
What's the difference of air plane engine cooler? I don't know much about air plane engine, but yesterday I saw something about liquid cooler engine. Any other cooler is available and what's the difference? At the high altitude the temperature is cold, why cooler is still needed for air plane engine?
What type of small freshwater fish can withstand cooler water? I was given a 2-gallon fish tank by a friend who didn't want it anymore. My apartment is much cooler than most other places, especially where I have the tank, and I do not have a heater (I don't think that the tank can even accommodate one). What type of fish might I be able to get (I was thinking 2-3 fish that were anywhere from guppy-sized to the size of a small betta) that could withstand living in the cooler temperature water/environment?
What is the best way to pack a cooler for camping? Im wondering if its better to drain water as it forms in a cooler? Leave it? Dry ice? Regular ice? Combination? I have one cooler that will be opened fairly often and one that I want to keep shut as much as possible. Im packing about 70 pounds of meat for Memorial Day Weekend in two coolers.
How can I rid garlic stink from my cooler? I went camping and left an improperly sealed jar of minced garlic in my cooler. Needless to say, some of the contents stunk up my cooler I can't get rid of the smell. I would love to hear a remedy.
Why does my evaporative cooler blow water mist? When on low, the cooler works normally. When on high, the cooler sucks water through the blower which you can feel water droplets and the floor in front of the cooler gets wet. I live in so.cal and I am in a dry climate. None of my friends have the same problem. Thanks!
How do you make your bedroom cooler? How do I get cheap things but i can make my room cooler? Cheap things i can make for my bedroom and i am a teen so some sweet things....not girly things either.
How can I build a quality cooler for a science project? For my science fair project, I'm testing how different coolers affect the temperature/melting of ice. I need to know how to build a cooler to use that one to test along with the bought ones. Does anyone know how? Please help! Also, does anyone know of any good, affordable insulators?
How to put on a transmission cooler hose? I am having to put on new hoses in my car and can't seem to get the darn trans cooler hose on. I can only get it on about 1/2 an inch. Is there something I'm doing wrong? Is there an easier way to do it?
How to repair a leaking Coleman cooler and water dispenser? I've got this Coleman cooler n water dispenser which has been leaking by a very little amount... i still couldn't see the crack, but it's leaking... I'd prefer to buy a new one, but some of my friends advised to jus keep it anyway...cuz it can still hold water although leaking a bit.. So i wanna ask on how to repair it... If I have found the crack, does anyone know how to seal it safely and strongly, yet will not poison the drink that I will put in the dispenser? (super glue? or what? and how exactly?)
What are the benefits of putting a personal-sized cooler in a refrigerator? Mind you, I have witnessed this for almost 15 years. People bring their lunch in a small personal cooler. When they arrive, they proceed to place the cooler into a refrigerator. When you open the refrigerator door, you see 25 small coolers and zero room for anything else. Is this the hidden secret to keeping the contents of insulated coolers colder? Enlighten me, Mr. Science. Hoping for one (1) educated answer. After that, say whatever you care to. BQ Task – Thumb up the people you know.
Why does my exaporative cooler blow water mist? When on low, the cooler works normally. When on high, the cooler sucks water through the blower which you can feel water droplets and the floor in front of the cooler gets wet. I live in so.cal and I am in a dry climate. None of my friends have the same problem. Thanks!
How do i clean my water cooler? I need to clean my water cooler, i do not want to use bleach so vinegar is the option, but how much should i use, should i unplug it, should i try flushing it thourh hot, warm and cold spouts and how much water should i flush through?
What size tranny and oil cooler should I get? I have a 72 Chevelle, with a 454. I have a built 700r4 bolted to it, with a 3000 stall. Its going to be 75% street 25% strip. I am getting an aluminum radiator, and it has a tranny cooler built in, but would that be enough for the tranny? If not, what size cooler would be sufficient? Lastly, what size oil cooler would be sufficient? Thanks!
What is the correct temperature setting for my new wine cooler? I have purchased a dual temperature wine cooler. Can someone tell me the correct temperature for setting it. I currently only purchase white wines. I would like to use the other compartment for beer. What would be the correct storing/cooling temperature for beer.
Can I take cooler bag filled with ice packs and expressed breast milk for a flight? I'm going to Hong Kong for a conference with my 6-mth old baby. I'm planning to bring some stock of expressed breast milk (EBM) in cooler bag with ice packs (in 10 2-oz container). My husband will be taking care of her while I'm at the conference, and I'm afraid I won't be able to pump for the 2nd day's stock. Can the EBM, cooler bag and icepack go through the security checks? I'll be flying from Changi, Singapore. Thank you.
What cause swamp cooler motor to jump when starting up? I have a Brisa Swamp Cooler. Recently the swamp cooler has been making banging sounds when it starts up. I took the covers off and discovered that the motor is jumping when it starts up. The belt is in good shape. Also, I tighten up all bolts. I see no other way to stabilize the motor. What else can I do to rectify this problem?
How long does food keep in a cooler? I am going on a 2 week trip/as long as there is fresh ice, will it be ok? I want to keep things like meat, eggs and milk in a cooler in my car/at campsite. As long as I replace the ice daily, do you think the food will keep? I think I stated that wrong. I meant that we would be going to the grocery store every 4 days buying two packs of hot dogs or steak eating them within 4 days and then doing that again. I wasn't planning on keeping meat in there for two weeks! I meant replenishing the food/ice every 4-5 days.
How do you install a window evaporative cooler? I am trying to save some money on my utility bills by installing a side draft swamp cooler. I only have a/c right now and it is costing me a fortune. so i got the unit, now what do i do?? i need to know how to mount it. any other information would be appriciated.
How can I remove mold from the inside of a cooler? I had a cooler with water in it and had left it outside for some time. Mold has formed in the inside bottom of the cooler and wanted to get rid of it. Is there any thing I can do/use (ie: bleach) to get rid of it?
What shirt keeps you cooler and less sweaty? Under armor,Nike Pro, Nike Sphere, or Coolmax.If you have any other suggestions for shirts that keep you cooler that would be great!Which one is cooler and keeps you less sweaty?
How does a lunch cooler work? I have a flat napsack looking cooler bag. What is the best way to prepare it so that it keeps my food cool for at least 6 hrs?
How long can draft beer lines run between the walk-in cooler and the tap? Hey I want to put more beers on tap at my restaurant. Due to lack of space I want to use the walk-in cooler in the back to chill the kegs and then run the lines out to the bar. Can this be done? Do you know of a company in central florida that can install it? How would the beer stay cool while running 30ft threw the walls?
Can I use a Transmission coolor in a radiator for a oil cooler? I am replacing my 1988 Honda CRX SI 1.6 Manual Transmission's radiator with a automatic radiator. Can I use the built in transmission coolor for a oil cooler since there is no need for it on a manual? It has rubber hose nipples unlike the normal threaded transmission lines on most radiators. Everything fits, I just didn't know if the pressures are different or oil isn't compatible with that cooler because of the thickness or something. Will it work? Thanks in advance! Yeah I understand on the money part but I already have picked up a automatic radiator for cheap and thats why I was just wandering.
How should I build a cooler racer? My local fire department is putting on a cooler race. The deal is that you have to have beer in a cooler and be able drive it down the hill. No motors just gravity. So any ideas on how I could build it would be great!
What is the best way to clean out a water cooler? I've had this cooler for 2 years and haven't cleaned through the system. I've surface cleaned it obviously but not inside inside. I heard you can run bleach through it to clean it but am hesitant towards doing that. Any ideas?
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