RV Residential Refrigerators
The class A group probably has more experience with this, since the Resi-refers are just now coming to the trailer industry. I am wondering if there are any consistent problems with having this type o...
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On a fridge I believe the best way to measure consumption is to use the energy label based on yearly use and divide by 365. (they don't run constantly) Of course the energy label kind of assumes the fridge is mounted in a house at normal temps.
I have 4 house batteries. Total 464 amp hours. Charging rate approx 46 amps if I charge them at 10% rate that is approx 10 hours to recharge if they were totally discharged. However, to protect the batteries I shouldn't be draining more than 232 amp hours from them otherwise their life span will be shortened.
The point is if you are going to a residential fridge install a good sine wave generator and solar panels. Everything should work out without over draining your batteries and shortening their life.
Some of the new MHs are going to all electric and eliminating propane tank completely. (they still have aqua hot) Bet the battery manufacturers will enjoy the increased sales.
I have 4 house batteries. Total 464 amp hours. Charging rate approx 46 amps if I charge them at 10% rate that is approx 10 hours to recharge if they were totally discharged. However, to protect the batteries I shouldn't be draining more than 232 amp hours from them otherwise their life span will be shortened.
The point is if you are going to a residential fridge install a good sine wave generator and solar panels. Everything should work out without over draining your batteries and shortening their life.
Some of the new MHs are going to all electric and eliminating propane tank completely. (they still have aqua hot) Bet the battery manufacturers will enjoy the increased sales.
