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The origin of the "Defrost Assist" feature
Ice build-up on an evaporator is a common problem in the marine refrigeration industry. For some boats it is clearly more of an issue than o
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Why Marine Refrigeration Doesn't Defrost
As mentioned in a previous post, marine refrigeration has yet to develop in certain areas; and defrosting is one of them. Defrosting doesn&#
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The SmartMate
The SmartMate universal marine refrigeration thermostat is the second model in the SmartTstat series. Priced below most other digital contro
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The ColdMate
ColdMate universal marine refrigeration thermostat is an economical way to improve performance and efficiency with your boats refrigeration
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Introducing The SmartTstat
SmartTstat marine refrigeration thermostat is an economical way to improve performance and efficiency with your boats refrigeration system.