Archive for the ‘Refrigeration’ Category

My Motorhome/Caravan Refrigerator is using Too Much Power

Thursday, May 29th, 2014

This is a very common comment I see in both emails and forum questions. Depending on the size of the solar/battery system, refrigeration can account for up to 70% or more of the total power requirements. In our motorhome we have a 220ltr low voltage, two-door fridge/freezer and a small (40ltr) chest fridge that becomes […]

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What appliances can I run from my motorhome or caravan solar power system?

Saturday, November 9th, 2013

In the last few months I have had a number of emails from people wanting to know if they can run this appliance or that appliance in their motorhome or caravan. Unfortunately, as is often the case, the answer is not just a simple “yes” or “no” – but a resounding “it depends”. You see […]

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Diagnosing Motorhome and Caravan Electric Fridge Issues

Friday, March 23rd, 2012

  If you have read any of my other articles relating to caravan and motorhome refrigeration, you will know that I am a big fan of electric compressor fridges (as opposed to gas or so called 3-way fridges). While these compressor based fridges are extremely robust and reliable, of course things do sometimes go wrong. […]

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Fridges for Motorhomes and Caravans

Sunday, February 5th, 2012

It is probably a reasonable assumption that nearly 100% of caravans and motorhomes have at least one refrigerator. Let’s face it, warm beer is only slightly more palatable than sour milk in your coffee. Refrigerators for motorhomes and caravans are available in two very different types – gas  fridges (often called 3-way),  and compressor fridges. […]

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