Not sure that I can speak to all of your questions, but:

> There is a peephole in the lower left corner of the fridge interior.  Is
> the fridge pilot light plainly visible through this hole when lit?  Should
> I be able to see the flame through this hole in the daytime?

I can't see mine in daylight, also the fridge is full of 'stuff' so I couldn't
see it anyway).  At night (all interior lights off) I can hear and see the
flame light as I look under the fridge.  To make sure, I go around
outside and listen at the flue vent and sniff for fumes.

> I'd be happy if I could get the fridge running on propane.  Any tips,
> pointers, or other help would be appreciated.

Many people have taken the fridge out and opened the burner chamber
to clean it (and clean ALL of the back of the fridge) out.  I am one of
those, and my burner chamber had a lot of crud in it.  There are good
directions in the archives.  I found that taking the stove, sink top off
helped a lot in removing the fridge.

Hope this helps.   Malcolm S