Can my Refrigerator be run on DC Electric?

Started by yakflyer, January 30, 2011, 07:20 PM

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yakflyer

Will the refrigerator work on DC power?  I have a switch to change between AC/DC/Propane. 

Oz

Yes.  There are two way and three way refrigerators.  You have a three way when it runs on either AC or DC electric or propane.  When switched to DC, your refrigerator is supplied with power from your coach battery.
1969 D22, 2 x 1974 D24 Indians, 1977 27' Itasca

ClydesdaleKevin

And unless you have an impressive battery bank and/or solar panels, having your fridge run on DC will drain your house batteries quicker than even the furnace fan.  If your alternator effectively charges and keeps up with the demand, driving with it on DC is acceptable.  I leave mine on propane when driving and AC when parked.  Just don't forget to turn it off when gassing up.  Open flame and all that.

Kev
Kev and Patti, the furry kids, our 1981 Ford F-100 Custom tow vehicle, and our 1995 Itasca Suncruiser Diesel Pusher.