Installation template for a mobile refrigerator

This invention relates generally to a refrigerator for a recreational vehicle, hereinafter referred to as an "RV", where living space is limited. Such a refrigerator typically includes a refrigerator cabinet and a frame that positions the refrigerator cabinet in the interior of the RV. The typical frame is a box-type structure made from a solid strip of material that both functionally and aesthetically positions the refrigerator in its proper stead. The solid nature of the typical frame does not allow for adequate ventilation of the refrigerator once installed. A refrigerator cabinet having a selected height and width used in a recreational vehicle, the improvement comprises an installation template permanently installed as a ventilation frame. The installation template produces manufacturer specified ventilation requirements for the ventilating refrigerating apparatus provided on the refrigerator and located on the refrigerator within the refrigerator cabinet. The installation template includes a top, bottom and side flanges, the dimensions of each of the flanges being selected according to the height, width and ventilation requirements of said refrigerator. Ambient air flow through the installation template may be used to produce the specified ventilation requirements for the refrigerating apparatus. In addition, an air movement device for providing air flow through the installation template for ventilation around the refrigerating apparatus may be used, such as a fan, reducing the amount of ventilation area required for the installation template.