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01-20-2019, 10:11 AM
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Location: Los Olivos
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Fridge not working - help
We are dry camping. We have gas, we have 1/3 battery. Our fridge isn’t working. Lights don’t work. Help!!!
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01-20-2019, 10:16 AM
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Location: Hillsboro
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If the battery is too dead for lights, I'm guessing it is too dead to run the fridge electronics. Try plugging in to your tow vehicle and run your engine for a few minutes. Good luck!
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01-20-2019, 10:17 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2018
Location: Phoenix
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I would say fire up the generator, or plug the truck back to the trailer for a little recharge.
This would be a good time for a Zamp Solar Panel!
It seems your battery is too low, I believe you need a certain degree of voltage to maintain the frig even if your only on propane?
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01-20-2019, 10:19 AM
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Site Team
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Location: Modesto
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1/3 on the monitor panel doesn't really mean much, you need to know the VOLTAGE in the battery. I too suspect the voltage is too low for the control board to operate. RV fridges will operate on either 110VAC or LP for the HEATING SOURCE but need the 12VDC to operate the control board. Depending on brand, some can operate down to about 11.3V
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01-20-2019, 10:23 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: Los Olivos
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We don’t have a generator.
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01-20-2019, 10:24 AM
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Junior Member
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Location: Los Olivos
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Do we jump the trailer battery with car battery? Or do we just hook up like we are leaving type hook up to our car?
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01-20-2019, 10:24 AM
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Site Team
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Kellie Henkel
We don’t have a generator.
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Plug into the tow vehicle AFTER you start it. trouble is its going to have to run for a long time to charge the trailer battery.
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2012 Copper Canyon 273FWRET being towed by a 1994 Ford F350 CC,LB,Dually diesel.
Airlift 5000 bags, Prodigy brake control, 5 gauges on the pillar.Used to tow a '97 Jayco 323RKS.
Now an RVIA registered tech. Retired from Law enforcement in 2008 after 25+ yrs.
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01-20-2019, 10:31 AM
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Location: Fruitland
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I hope you have 2 batteries on the RV. If not get 2. 1 battery for dry camping will not last more than a day or so especially if you need the furnace.
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01-20-2019, 10:34 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2018
Location: Phoenix
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And as you know now...NEVER leave the unknown unknown, err, umm-yea.
Plan for the "what could happen" next trip out.
Always have an aircompressor; battery charger station, generator that runs on propane & gas, tool box, etc...
Not trying to scold you, as you will figure out that it's better to be prepared.
Camping is a blast, but when your out in the middle of nowhere and no neighbors to help-crap!
You'll be good plugging your truck back into the trailer....be careful of exhaust fumes!
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01-20-2019, 11:51 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: Los Olivos
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Quote:
Originally Posted by meaz93*
I would say fire up the generator, or plug the truck back to the trailer for a little recharge.
This would be a good time for a Zamp Solar Panel!
It seems your battery is too low, I believe you need a certain degree of voltage to maintain the frig even if your only on propane?
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If I were to buy a generator...do I get a generator / inverter or just generator? Recommendations on brand? Costco has a champion and Yamaha.
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01-20-2019, 12:59 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: Phoenix
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I think your standard Honda/Yamaha, etc. Inverter generator is probably just as good as anything out their.
It also depends on how much you want to spend or can.
An Inverter generator is going to be a lot quieter buy again its personal preference.
For me I want a generator that can power my 50amp TT easily and run on propane or gas.....yes its bigger, heavier, & louder.
I think you need to do a little research and pick the one that works for you.
I like this one below, but it's not for everyone.
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01-20-2019, 01:02 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2018
Location: Phoenix
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I wouldn't hesitate buying from Costco, I've seen their units.
And at least you can return it for a refund if you don't like it! [emoji106]
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01-20-2019, 01:59 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: Dade City
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I think the Champion Inverter units let you plug your 30 amp power cord directly into the unit. Depending on model they can come with remote start/stop and gas or gas/propane. The low end is a pull start.
You tube "LoLoHo" for some great generator reviews.
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01-31-2019, 01:19 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: El Paso
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Kellie H- did you ever resolve your problem? Hopefully it was just the battery!
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02-03-2019, 06:59 AM
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Senior Member
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Location: Norwood, CO
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Hi Kellie. Hope the charging of the battery worked. An inverter style generator is the way to go. An open frame generator is just too loud and obnoxious, especially if you have any other campers in the vicinity. I agree with Frank, YouTube LoLoHo. The videos are fun to watch and he has really trial tested nearly every inverter generator out there. I plan to go with the Champion this spring as I have had such good luck with the Champions I use around the farm. Think about replacing your battery with two 6v golf cart batteries before your next boondock, you will be pleasantly surprised at the added amount of electricity you can store. Hope all is fixed now and you are having some fun.
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