Cool Mods - Thread restored 10/18/2012
My daughter was getting a little warm in her bunk during our last camping trip, so I decided to put her a fan in to keep the air flowing. I had been wanting to add a 12-volt fan to the main livin...
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miatared wrote:batman99 wrote:This is a great idea - would you have a model or part number ? - I'd like to do that as well. Instead of having it run all the time. Denis
....In the future, it will purchase / install a $7.00 thermal switch for it. re: Turns ON when temps above 80F and turns its self OFF when temps drop below 75F. Even if using a 80/75F thermal switch, I'd still install an inline 12V fuse (3A) and a manual off/on switch.
Hi Denis.
"thermal Switch" product looks something like:
http://www.globalspec.com/NpaPics/89/99670_083120057068_ExhibitPic.JPG
For details of 3/4" "auto reset" product, surf Page 16 within:
http://www.alliedelec.com/Images/Products/Datasheets/BM/SELCO_PRODUCTS_COMPANY/557-0109.PDF
re: 3/4” Disc Thermostats / surface mount with Automatic Reset. It would be configured for "Close on Rise" - normally open with approx 75F - 85F temp range. re: turns on (closes) at 85 degree and turns off (opens circuit) when temps drop below 75F. I'd secure this item within the rear fridge area. Probably on its wood frame area.
If wondering, I'd still use a manual OFF/ON switch. Thus, allowing me to turn the optional fan off at night - when little kids are trying to sleep.
Before ordering, I'd double / triple check my desired specs. And, inquire if better thermal switches are avaialble. So far, this one looks great to me.
If wondering, cost of 1 x termal switch is approx $5.95 (or less) + taxes. Do shop around because some places love to charge $15+ (for the exact same product).
Good luck...
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