R-pod Owners Forum : Fridge Question https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : I need HELP!!! : Fridge Question Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 21 May 2026 15:28:26 +0000 Tue, 22 Sep 2020 12:48:50 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=14035 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ Fridge Question : addendum to what I wrote above.........It... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136444#136444 Author: john in idaho
Subject: 14035
Posted: 22 Sep 2020 at 12:48pm


addendum to what I wrote above.........

It is like when your grandkids bring a toy to you that isn't working right.  When all else fails, change the batteries -- you'll look like a champ !!!!
]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2020 12:48:50 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136444#136444 Fridge Question : Like everyone said above definitely... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136443#136443 Author: TimK182G
Subject: 14035
Posted: 22 Sep 2020 at 12:33pm

Like everyone said above definitely install a battery to at least have the braking system work if ever needed.  I went cheap and bought a new deep cycle lead acid battery from Auto Zone for less than $100 since we exclusively camp in campgrounds.  You don't have to pay the core charge if you trade in a similar dead battery (car, RV or boat works, as long as it is similar).  I also bought a disconnect switch off of Amazon for $30 that attaches to the negative terminal and eliminates battery drain when it is flipped up.  Pretty nice to have.
]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2020 12:33:50 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136443#136443 Fridge Question : The refrigerator needs a 12 supply... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136441#136441 Author: lostagain
Subject: 14035
Posted: 22 Sep 2020 at 11:58am

The refrigerator needs a 12 supply to run the control circuit board and lights.  

More importantly, the brakes also need a battery if the emergency break away is activated.  No power, no emergency brakes.  
]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2020 11:58:42 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136441#136441 Fridge Question : I think you need a battery to... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136437#136437 Author: john in idaho
Subject: 14035
Posted: 22 Sep 2020 at 10:29am

I think you need a  battery to make things work right with a stable voltage..]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2020 10:29:27 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136437#136437 Fridge Question : During this test was your trailer... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136420#136420 Author: podwerkz
Subject: 14035
Posted: 21 Sep 2020 at 10:10pm

During this test was your trailer plugged in to your tow vehicle?

Sounds to me like there is 12v being supplied by the tow vehicle, enough to to run some circuits at minimal level, AND the fridge is NOT being supplied by shore power properly, possibly a circuit breaker has tripped or maybe its unplugged behind the vent. 


]]> Mon, 21 Sep 2020 22:10:41 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136420#136420 Fridge Question : If the trailer is plugged into... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136419#136419 Author: offgrid
Subject: 14035
Posted: 21 Sep 2020 at 8:05pm

If the trailer is plugged into shore power then it will supply voltage to the 12v circuits, including the fridge. The question is, would the voltage be stable enough to keep the fridge controls operating correctly. I don’t know, never tried.

I suggest you install a battery and see if that fixes your problem. You need a battery anyway to operate your breakaway trailer brake circuit, even if you stay on shore power all the time.

]]> Mon, 21 Sep 2020 20:05:57 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136419#136419 Fridge Question : Ok, I get it the led array control... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136414#136414 Author: duldcimerbob
Subject: 14035
Posted: 21 Sep 2020 at 7:00pm

Ok, I get it the led array control board . Thanks]]> Mon, 21 Sep 2020 19:00:38 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136414#136414 Fridge Question : I have no idea what the control... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136411#136411 Author: duldcimerbob
Subject: 14035
Posted: 21 Sep 2020 at 6:16pm

I have no idea what the control board is please explain. Thanks]]> Mon, 21 Sep 2020 18:16:30 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136411#136411 Fridge Question : You have no battery? What is... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136410#136410 Author: mcarter
Subject: 14035
Posted: 21 Sep 2020 at 6:11pm

You have no battery? What is running your 12V control board? I think you may want to furnish a battery.]]> Mon, 21 Sep 2020 18:11:52 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136410#136410 Fridge Question : I am leaving tomorrow for a trip... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14035&PID=136409#136409 Author: duldcimerbob
Subject: 14035
Posted: 21 Sep 2020 at 6:04pm

I am leaving tomorrow for a trip so I plugged in shore power and turned on fridge to cool down overnight. I have no battery and don't use the gas. The LED shows the fridge on battery . When I change the mode to shore power I get a red warning light. I get the same light on the gas setting. Strange thing is I can hear the fridge operating with the battery symbol lit. Could use some help please. Thanks


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