Refrigerator draw on LP mode

BFL13 wrote:

steveh27 wrote:

BFL13 wrote:
I see the replacement for a 2310 is a 2351. (or 2354?) here is one for sale. No idea if there are better deals. I did see another for $1,000 so prices vary for sure.

https://www.rvpartscountry.com/Dometic-RM2351-Americana-RV-Refrigerator.html

I have researched that replacement before I repaired mine. Due to it's electronic control panel when on propane it does draw 1.5 - 2.5 amps, way too much for my boondocking. My 2310 draws no power on gas.

In your 1997 Class B I can imagine the problem. (you can't make the fridge space bigger like with some in RV cabinet areas) Let's hope your repair lasts out the time you will own that RV. If not, a 2351 might be the only choice or else luck in finding a good 2310 that is from a unit being "parted out".

If you are forced into a 2351 and need more AH with no room for more batteries, would an SiO2 solve the problem? It can operate down to a very low SOC so you get more AH. Same idea as a Lithium but able to stand the cold and is a lot cheaper and no BMS. It still costs more than ordinary batteries though.

I didn't check if Norcold makes a no 12v model like the 2310 that would fit in there. Beats me. Always some darn thing with RVs!

Thanks BFL for the reply. I did get 2 100 AH Lifepo4 batteries, but have not boondocked with them yet due to my health issues. I hope to start using them in April, 2021. I would like to find a 2310 as a replacement if needed..