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Cardinals
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Mar 31, 2021

Utilizing Refrigerator While Driving to RV Park

We are new to Class C and despite listening as well as I could during our walk thru I think I missed the step on turning on the refrigerator while traveling so we dan bring our own food. We have Forr...
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CA_Traveler
Explorer III
Mar 31, 2021
OK 30A RV shore power (3 prong Y type) and RV (absorption type) refer.

Typically when on shore power the charger charges the battery and the refer runs on AC. When driving the alternator charges the battery and the refer runs on propane. Very little DC power is used by the refer so it will run as needed on propane when not plugged in. Allow for overnight cooling before packing and don't hold the door open for extended periods and it will serve you well. :B

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