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Dec 08, 2015

Res fridge with inverter

On the last few trips we have used the genset as needed, but now I am considering installing an inverter line just to power the residential refrigerator while on the road. I checked my owner's manual and it said running from an inverter was a no-no, but then it also said do not use the fridge in an RV. I did the install of a 10 cu ft Magic Chef almost five years ago and it's been working just fine (knock on wood). For those out there with residential models: does your paperwork say the same, even if your MH came equipped from the factory with a res model? I was thinking that this may be a void the warranty issue rather than a true problem. I would think that electricity, no matter the source, as long as it was within specs, should be sufficient to get the job done. I am also mulling over MSW (cheaper) vs PSW (more expensive) inverters. Does anyone run from a MSW inverter and have you had any problems?
  • WOW JC2! Great info on a PSW inverter that is both economical and efficient. I also found on the same website an AC shore power to AC inverter switch that would work perfectly with my install. I think our res fridge is a model similar to yours. The 10 cu ft Magic Chef fit both through the door and into the space left by the old Nocold with a few simple modifications. Thanks for the word!
  • John & Angela wrote:
    Canadian Rainbirds wrote:
    We spend a lot of time and do a lot of miles in Mexico where we always run into some very rough roads. Then there are the hidden topes (speed bumps) that pop up when least expected. There is a lot of extra vibration and bouncing.

    We are considering a residential fridge when the Norcold give out completely. IF its' original equipment it's 14 years old, at best we bought the rig in the spring of '08 so it's on its 8th Mexican winter.

    Our concern is how much the vibration and shake rattle and roll will affect a residential fridge.


    No te preocupes Arturo. We have at least two friends that have replaced their rigs in their class C's. Both use them extensively on rough roads in BC and I mean LOTS of miles. Favourite fishing holes on forestry roads etc. I know one of them had plans on adding an extra rubber puck under the feet but don't know if he did it. They both went big on solar (around 480 watts). I wouldn't sweat it.

    Hope you guys are enjoying your self down there. We are jealous. But we are heading back to Canada mid February so we can head back to Spain. Currently in Socal.

    Que te vaya bien.

    John y Angela



    Gracia Juan y Angela. hay mucho de calor y humidad aque este año. El Niño 10 day forecast. Dont' be jealous!

    Art, Gillian and Tia