Fridge on 12V killing the batteries
Just came back from the shop where I got my new batteries after I toasted my first set. I got them replaced 5 months ago, and already they were performing poorly, even thought they were supposed to be...
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oyly wrote:I am not sure the technician fully understands how your 12v fridge system works... along with half the posts here.smkettner wrote:Yes.oyly wrote:If this is the case you should never have trouble.
My fridge only runs on 12V when the engine is running.
Does it switch automatic when the engine starts or stops?
I believe most 12v in the USA have a manual setting and will drain the battery if something is not putting in a charge at the same time.
Good chance you just received a bad battery and it was replaced under warranty. Dealers (over here) like to blame the customer even if it is their own fault. Just part of the business culture. Do watch that your battery is not allowed to self discharged when not in use and you should be fine.
A little simplistic for an engineer but this article is a good read for most people in an RV.
The 12 Volt Side of Life
