Minimizing inverter usage overnight
I have an Allegro RED and want to minimize late night and overnight generator usage when boondocking. I would like to be able to use the entertainment system overnight but don't need the 120vac only f...
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Yes, you can shut off the 120v fridge overnight. It will stay cold enough when you don't open the doors.
You can unplug the television when not in use. If you just turn it off it stays on in standby and draws a little power. It is convenient to have the TV and DVD plugged into a power bar with its own shut off switch.
No idea why you would make the inverter shut off at a higher voltage. You have a "loaded voltage" which is lower when running things. If the battery is getting down, but still ok, you might be getting a low loaded voltage and have the inverter shut off and kill the movie just before you find out "who done it".
You can unplug the television when not in use. If you just turn it off it stays on in standby and draws a little power. It is convenient to have the TV and DVD plugged into a power bar with its own shut off switch.
No idea why you would make the inverter shut off at a higher voltage. You have a "loaded voltage" which is lower when running things. If the battery is getting down, but still ok, you might be getting a low loaded voltage and have the inverter shut off and kill the movie just before you find out "who done it".
