Staff Answer
Sep 27, 2026 - 11:34 AM
You're right to question that gap. Absorption fridges need the heat to flow tightly up across the cooling unit fins. A gap of 2" or more lets hot air go around instead of through. Many owners add a foam or aluminum baffle to close the space to about 1", and it makes a real difference in cooling.
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