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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DownTheAvenue wrote:ajriding wrote:
The fridge should stay on propane,
The OP stated his refrigerator was 120 volt only.
LOL, I missed that.... 120volt-only. the hyphen makes all the difference....
He must have bought a used camper and this was his first ever camper. Many people ruin their propane fridge and try to pass off a cheap dorm-style (like the hyphen?) fridge as something that is right for an RV when they go to sell. This error should be addressed if you plan to RV very much.
The pipes for the propane are likely just capped off behind the fridge, so adding a propane (2-way or 3-way) will be easy. You can get used ones but that is a gamble.
The Danfoss-style compressor fridges are the latest technology for fridges and easier to used and less prone to damage as they can run 30 degrees off-level and be fine. However, you will be using power to run it, so that will compete with your high-draw entertainment system at night.
Look up ARB or Engle, or Dometic compressor fridges. Choose one with a freezer and a fridge if you go that route.
