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[GMCnet] FW: RE: Powering Refrigerator with Inverter [message #76097] Tue, 09 March 2010 10:56 Go to next message
jessfarr is currently offline  jessfarr   United States
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Am I the only one who got this, especially since I sent it?
Is it too simple to need a response?
Or am I just being ignored, again? / still? <g>

jofarr, soddy tn

From: "jesse farr" <jessfarr@jessfarr.com>
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Received: 3/7/2010 1:10:39 PM
Subject: RE: [GMCnet] Powering Refrigerator with Inverter


Why such large inverters? I thought the theory was several smaller one to be as close as possible, turned on for the appliance, not much larger than surge for those constantly on, etc. was the acceptable way to go. Has that sort of set up theory changed?

jofarr, soddy tn

from: "John Wright" <powwerjon@gmail.com>
To: gmclist@temp.gmcnet.org
>The 75 Avion that is now being remodeled will have a AC only frig powered by
>a 1500 W modified sine wave inverter.

From: "Paul Cashman" <paulcashman@bellsouth.net>
To: gmclist@temp.gmcnet.org
> have a Xantrex 3,000 Watt ,Modified Sign Wave.
>I would spend the extra Money and get the Pure Sign Wave Inverter.

>
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Re: [GMCnet] FW: RE: Powering Refrigerator with Inverter [message #76100 is a reply to message #76097] Tue, 09 March 2010 11:30 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Chr$ is currently offline  Chr$   United States
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Go here. A lot of prev discussed info and some good links.

http://gmc.mybirdfeeder.net/GMCforum/index.php?t=msg&goto=15882&rid=73&srch=refrigerator+inverter#msg_15882


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Re: [GMCnet] FW: RE: Powering Refrigerator with Inverter [message #76104 is a reply to message #76097] Tue, 09 March 2010 12:29 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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jessfarr wrote on Tue, 09 March 2010 08:56]Am I the only one who got this, especially since I sent it?
Is it too simple to need a response?
Or am I just being ignored, again? / still? <g>

jofarr, soddy tn

Hi Jess, I have powered my old 12 v. with a DonRowe.com 800w sine wave inverter. My fridge only draws about 60w, but I may add a TV soon. About $200.00





geo groth '73 260 Sequoia Carson City Nevada 89703
Re: [GMCnet] FW: RE: Powering Refrigerator with Inverter [message #76106 is a reply to message #76097] Tue, 09 March 2010 12:35 Go to previous messageGo to next message
ggroth is currently offline  ggroth   United States
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jessfarr wrote on Tue, 09 March 2010 08:56

Am I the only one who got this, especially since I sent it?
Is it too simple to need a response?
Or am I just being ignored, again? / still? <g>

jofarr, soddy tn

From: "jesse farr" <jessfarr@jessfarr.com>
To: gmclist@temp.gmcnet.org
Received: 3/7/2010 1:10:39 PM
Subject: RE: [GMCnet] Powering Refrigerator with Inverter


Why such large inverters? I thought the theory was several smaller one to be as close as possible, turned on for the appliance, not much larger than surge for those constantly on, etc. was the acceptable way to go. Has that sort of set up theory changed?

jofarr, soddy tn

from: "John Wright" <powwerjon@gmail.com>
To: gmclist@temp.gmcnet.org
>The 75 Avion that is now being remodeled will have a AC only frig powered by
>a 1500 W modified sine wave inverter.

From: "Paul Cashman" <paulcashman@bellsouth.net>
To: gmclist@temp.gmcnet.org
> have a Xantrex 3,000 Watt ,Modified Sign Wave.
>I would spend the extra Money and get the Pure Sign Wave Inverter.

>
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geo groth '73 260 Sequoia Carson City Nevada 89703
Re: [GMCnet] FW: RE: Powering Refrigerator with Inverter [message #76108 is a reply to message #76106] Tue, 09 March 2010 12:49 Go to previous messageGo to next message
WD0AFQ is currently offline  WD0AFQ   United States
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Jesse, I was of that mindset until I got my shunt fed meter for the solar setup. Changed my mind in a hurry. I have a bunch of the little ones I no longer use. The thing is, they draw so much just idling. I have a 2000 watt Vector that idles along at less than 1/2 amp. The little suckers were drawing as much or more than it does. Have 4-5 of them plugged in at once and you can see what I am talking about. It is easy to put a 2-3 amp draw on your batteries and you do not even realize it. My advice is to get one that will do all that you need.
Dan


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Re: [GMCnet] FW: RE: Powering Refrigerator with Inverter [message #76121 is a reply to message #76108] Tue, 09 March 2010 15:12 Go to previous message
ANTONY P MARSH is currently offline  ANTONY P MARSH   United States
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For what it's worth. I removed all propane - hate the smelly stuff - and to power my new MAGIC CHEF 10 cubic foot consumer fridge/freezer (so much more room than a three way - and so much less expensive) had Jeff Sirrum instal a 1200 watt Coleman inverter.

Power is supplied from the genny battery and the actual inverter was placed behind the drivers side sofa - not too far to run those heavy big-beastie cables! When running on the road it will go all day, as the alt is running it. I am pleased with it, doesn't smell or make a noise and those cold refreshments I like from time to time are ICE OLD - unlike the old three way that kept drinks kinda luke warm.

Hope this helps.

Best regards to all. It's cloudy today here in Naples and has already reached the predicted high of only 72. Just like a mid-summers day back inManchester UK.


Peter Marsh
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Naples FL
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