Options to Get Your Cables, Tubes & Wires Into The Chest Freezer

[@cubanstly]

Thanks John, I did make the hole on the lid . Cheers

[@limitsproduction5569]

Just came across you tonight and i think ive watched 4 hours of your knowledge on these at this point and you are amazing for being persistent through your trials of making the best version of the DIY cold plunge out there. I just signed up to join the FB group and im so excited to follow your guide to making this investment come true in my household!

[@JohnRichterAustin]

I appreciate your comments - thank you!

[@limitsproduction5569]

@@JohnRichterAustin Im happy to see you back at it since what happened brother, full support and love from Cali ♥

[@JohnRichterAustin]

@@limitsproduction5569 - thank you!!! I shot that footage before the accident. I'm still pretty beat up right now but very grateful for everyone's support and encouragement in getting things back on track.

[@dariusz1678]

hello what do you think about making a chest freezer liner by applying epoxy polyurea in three layers. Does anyone have any experience. Please reply Best regards

[@derekrinaldo3786]

Thanks John! I went the route of the router (haha) using a rounded bit to secure the tube/wires, great idea. I haven't yet determined what to use to seal the inside of the cut though. i'll post on FB when i do. I think this is the easiest and safest (for the freezer) way to get tubes in.

[@JohnRichterAustin]

Derek - that was a fast implementation!! Please let me know what you figure out and I'll post your info in the comments above or in a followup video.

[@StevenBanks123]

I often start with a pilot hole using a smaller bit. This gives me more control and easier drilling. There are other reasons, but they have to do with wood.

[@JohnRichterAustin]

Great suggestion! Thank you.

[@ryanchester8054]

Would it be safer bet to notch the top trim as close to a corner as possible Do the chiller lines continue round the corners?

[@dariusz1678]

hello what do you think about making a chest freezer liner by applying epoxy polyurea in three layers. Does anyone have any experience. Please reply Best regards

[@JohnRichterAustin]

@@dariusz1678 many people have been doing various versions of that for years now. This article compares the best practice liner options, including Line-X and Pond Shield. chestfreezercoldplunge.com/4-liners/

[@GEORGEROBLEDO-hp8er]

Hello, what type of blue ozone tube do you use? Appreciate it!

[@JohnRichterAustin]

I use the tube that is included with the JED 303. I am an authorized reseller, and you can find them on my website: chestfreezercoldplunge.com/product/jed303/

[@dscott4039]

What kind of pvc fitting do I use to do the ozone tuning through the lid?

[@JohnRichterAustin]

That is discussed in different video that I share with anyone who buys a JED 203 ozone generator from me. :)

[@mfeltster]

Thanks for your videos and book. Helps a lot. Wonder if you have a solution for this problem. Jed 203 Ozone seems to dissolve/degrade the plastic on the lid of the freezer.

[@JohnRichterAustin]

You're welcome. This would be a great question to post in my group so you could also add some pictures. I have never seen this happen before. I've been using my JED 203 for 3 years and have no issues. I have a few questions What brand/model of chest freezer do you have? How old is your chest freezer? Was it new or used when you bought it? How long are you running your JED 203 each day? How long ago did you start using the JED 203? Are you using any other method for sanitation?

[@mfeltster]

@@JohnRichterAustin Unfortunately, I gave up Facebook years ago. I have a Insignia™ - 14.1 Cu. Ft. Chest Freezer. I have had it brand new since June 2020. I used Aqua-6 Ozone Generator up until now. I ran it 15min every hour until recently. I just installed the Jed 203 2 days ago. I run that for 2.5hrs a day based on what the instructions said and your recommendation. So, maybe the lid breaking down is from how much I ran that other low quality generator into the ground. haha. i was thinking of just coating the lid with a Polyurethane to protect it in the future. It was like a white sticky film if i ran my finder across it.

[@JohnRichterAustin]

@@mfeltster - I recommend starting with 30 minutes for the JED 203 and adding time in 30 minute increments if needed, working up to no more than 2 hours. Was your water not staying clean when it was run for less time? Even at 15 minutes every hour, that weaker machine was running 6 hours a day- that is a LOT of ozone! Insignia does not use high quality material in their chest freezers, so that may be part of the issue. However, no need to replace it if it is working! What you could do is sand the parts of the lid that have deteriorated with an 80 grit sand paper, and follow up with a 150 grit to get it smooth. Then apply the polyurethane sealant with a brush. Two coats would be a good idea. Let me know what you decide to do!

[@mfeltster]

@@JohnRichterAustin Sounds good. I agree with what you said. Gonna run the Jed 203 based on what you said. You recommended exactly what I was planning on doing. I will report back. Thank you! Oh and by the way, ya it was a lot of ozone for sure, my timer failed for two weeks while I was in Colombia for a month and the water was fine when I got home. LOL

[@TimPielach]

Do you use chlorine or hydrogen peroxide with ozone generator?

[@UFOBrad]

John which one of these options would you go with if I haven’t had line-x application yet. The store is dragging their feet.

[@JohnRichterAustin]

Line-X makes adds another variable. The typical application is 1/16th of an inch, but that can be thinner or thicker depending on the how the technician applies it. You can make a hole that is slightly bigger and then plan on doing something to pad the extra space. For a typical chest freezer setup, I still prefer going through the lid - but maybe only because we have three plus years of successful results doing that. That said, I think the next safest option would be to use the router.

[@tkiefer72]

Do you know the name of the pet you used for the wires thru the lid?

[@JohnRichterAustin]

I don't understand.

[@zwipf30]

@@JohnRichterAustini think hes asking whats the name of the pvc piece that you used to feed wires through the lid, im wondering the same. Thank you.

[@JohnRichterAustin]

@@zwipf30 - i used a PVC plug and drilled a hole through it for the ozone tube. Since I made this video, I prefer using 1 1-inch or larger silicone desk grommet because it has room for the ozone tube, pump power cord, and temperature sensor all through the same hole.

[@John-ej2oj]

So what about drilling down through the lid?

[@JohnRichterAustin]

Hi John - I have a complete instructional video for drilling a hole in the lid that I send to people who buy a JED 203 ozone generator from me. You can also check out this shorter video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp7Ymq13aM97l6c

[@R_Polly]

Just drilled into the top plastic trim. Hit a gas line. $1000 down the drain. 1000L Westinghouse 😢

[@R_Polly]

I must have drilled too low. $1000 for the freezer $160 JB weld $150 Pond shield. And many hours lost. Expensive mistake. Don’t be 99% sure there isn’t a gas pipe there

[@R_Polly]

Just took to my my dead freezer to see where the line I hit was. Directly under the plastic trim. Hard up against the plastic. Only drill into the lid people.

[@R_Polly]

I shouldn’t have not watched the video and just read the details section. Costly error.

[@JohnRichterAustin]

@@R_Polly - I'm sad to hear that this happened. I know how disappointing and frustrating it can be. I have warnings in both the video and in the video description. Since you have already invested money and time, instead of starting over, you might consider talking to a refrigeration tech or appliance repair person. The cost to repair might range between $300 - $600. Keep us posted.

[@bornNraised702]

I’m now 2 brand new freezers in a hit a line both times smh