R-pod Owners Forum : Traveling with the Fridge question http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Podmods, Maintenance, Tips and Tricks : Traveling with the Fridge question Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 01 May 2026 21:36:46 +0000 Fri, 29 Jul 2016 01:14:59 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=8441 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Traveling with the Fridge question : Originally posted by ShelpodWe... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79690#79690 Author: techntrek
Subject: 8441
Posted: 29 Jul 2016 at 1:14am

Originally posted by Shelpod

We have a problem with the frig on gas when the outside temp gets into the 50's it won't light consistently.  Usually happens at night and we can start it again in the morning.  I think it may be the regulator which makes a squeeking like sound that can be heard particularly at night.  We only use propane or 120 on ours.   The 12v circuit melted and stayed on all the time.  Ended up disconnecting the 12v heating circuit.  Ruined some rather new batteries.

There were a lot of bad regulators on the pods early-on.  Made odd noises and had supply issues.  It is cheap to replace.
]]> Fri, 29 Jul 2016 01:14:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79690#79690 Traveling with the Fridge question : Agree with all, the 12 volt mode... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79688#79688 Author: techntrek
Subject: 8441
Posted: 29 Jul 2016 at 1:13am

Agree with all, the 12 volt mode is a bad option for most vehicles since auto companies and aftermarket installers like U-Haul all use 12 gauge wire to supply the +12 pin on the Bargeman outlet, which isn't big enough.  Add in a depleted camper battery after a weekend off-grid and you've lost the game before you even start home.  All of the larger rigs with ammonia-absorption fridges only have propane and 120 volt modes (no 12 volt).  Just use LP and avoid the problems.  Use 120 volt mode at home and in-camp if you have an electric hookup.]]> Fri, 29 Jul 2016 01:13:28 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79688#79688 Traveling with the Fridge question : Just remember your vehicle has... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79654#79654 Author: densmorema
Subject: 8441
Posted: 28 Jul 2016 at 1:12pm

Just remember your vehicle has to be running while you are on 12v or you might drain both your trailer and tow vehicles batteries in as little as 2 hours.]]> Thu, 28 Jul 2016 13:12:52 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79654#79654 Traveling with the Fridge question : I ran the fridge all day on propane... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79633#79633 Author: mtdave
Subject: 8441
Posted: 27 Jul 2016 at 9:08pm

I ran the fridge all day on propane and made ice in the freezer without any warning lights. I must have had something wrong this past weekend. I made sure to burn the stove a minute or so before lighting the fridge this time. Fired right up!]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2016 21:08:12 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79633#79633 Traveling with the Fridge question : We have a problem with the frig... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79612#79612 Author: Shelpod
Subject: 8441
Posted: 27 Jul 2016 at 4:00pm

We have a problem with the frig on gas when the outside temp gets into the 50's it won't light consistently.  Usually happens at night and we can start it again in the morning.  I think it may be the regulator which makes a squeeking like sound that can be heard particularly at night.  We only use propane or 120 on ours.   The 12v circuit melted and stayed on all the time.  Ended up disconnecting the 12v heating circuit.  Ruined some rather new batteries.]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2016 16:00:26 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79612#79612 Traveling with the Fridge question : Originally posted by mtdaveThis... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79601#79601 Author: furpod
Subject: 8441
Posted: 27 Jul 2016 at 12:10pm

Originally posted by mtdave

This is good to know. I thought that the 12 volt option was for when you were traveling. What is the 12 volt option good for, it doesn't seem to keep the fridge very cold and it seems to use quite a bit of juice? I accidentally left the fridge on 12 volt after we returned home on Sunday evening with the truck still connected. By morning the truck barely started. Whew!

I also tried running the fridge on gas over the weekend and the warning light kept coming on. Anyone have advice on running the fridge on gas?



The warning light will come on if there is an issue with gas flow, ignition, or 12v power supply.
Gas was on? Line purged by lighting burners? It attempted to light? You should hear some clicks when it does. Battery was charged? You actually switched to gas mode with the button?



As a side note. We use 12v when traveling. Our truck sends 30A to the trailer, has a relay that disconnects the power to the trailer when the truck isn't running. We have never noted a cooling difference between modes, but I admit I have never bothered to test it directly. We have a thermometer hanging in the fridge, I look at it when I open the door, it's always somewhere below 40F, (unless I just left the door open or added something warm etc) regardless of mode, so I don't worry about it. We have pulled 10 hours, in +85F temps, arrived and the fridge was >40F and the batteries were at full charge.

With dual T-105's we can run on 12v, disconnected, for several hours (6-8 depending on ambient temps )before the voltage drop gets scary. But once set up, we switch to 120v or gas, as needed.
]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2016 12:10:52 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79601#79601 Traveling with the Fridge question : Thanks, I'm testing the fridge... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79598#79598 Author: mtdave
Subject: 8441
Posted: 27 Jul 2016 at 11:28am

Thanks, I'm testing the fridge on gas while at home and will read through the sticky forums.

http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723&title=creating-an-instruction-maintenance-manual
]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2016 11:28:43 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79598#79598 Traveling with the Fridge question : IMHO, there is no good use for... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79597#79597 Author: CharlieM
Subject: 8441
Posted: 27 Jul 2016 at 11:17am

IMHO, there is no good use for the 12V option. Maybe as a battery tester. BUT, as you found out, the GM vehicles do not disconnect the truck battery when the engine is not running. TECHNTREK will have some words on this. Someone else will have to address the warning light.

]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2016 11:17:03 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79597#79597 Traveling with the Fridge question : This is good to know. I thought... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79593#79593 Author: mtdave
Subject: 8441
Posted: 27 Jul 2016 at 10:51am

This is good to know. I thought that the 12 volt option was for when you were traveling. What is the 12 volt option good for, it doesn't seem to keep the fridge very cold and it seems to use quite a bit of juice? I accidentally left the fridge on 12 volt after we returned home on Sunday evening with the truck still connected. By morning the truck barely started. Whew!

I also tried running the fridge on gas over the weekend and the warning light kept coming on. Anyone have advice on running the fridge on gas?

]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2016 10:51:16 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79593#79593 Traveling with the Fridge question : After 5 plus year traveling with... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79440#79440 Author: jato
Subject: 8441
Posted: 24 Jul 2016 at 9:43pm

After 5 plus year traveling with our 177, propane.]]> Sun, 24 Jul 2016 21:43:28 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79440#79440 Traveling with the Fridge question : Propane is the way to go. http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79437#79437 Author: Leo B
Subject: 8441
Posted: 24 Jul 2016 at 9:08pm

Propane is the way to go.]]> Sun, 24 Jul 2016 21:08:39 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79437#79437 Traveling with the Fridge question : Thank You all http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79413#79413 Author: 4peas in a pod
Subject: 8441
Posted: 24 Jul 2016 at 3:31pm

Thank You all]]> Sun, 24 Jul 2016 15:31:47 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79413#79413 Traveling with the Fridge question : Thank You http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79412#79412 Author: 4peas in a pod
Subject: 8441
Posted: 24 Jul 2016 at 3:31pm

Thank You]]> Sun, 24 Jul 2016 15:31:11 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79412#79412 Traveling with the Fridge question : I have always used the LP system... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79410#79410 Author: Timahoy
Subject: 8441
Posted: 24 Jul 2016 at 3:06pm

I have always used the LP system at it has worked great I would think the battery charge would be depleted significantly if you used it.  ]]> Sun, 24 Jul 2016 15:06:26 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79410#79410 Traveling with the Fridge question : Originally posted by 4peas... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79409#79409 Author: WillThrill
Subject: 8441
Posted: 24 Jul 2016 at 3:03pm

Originally posted by 4peas in a pod

Hello, Fairly new to the RPOD world (at least from a usability standpoint). What is the best way to keep the fridge on while traveling longer distances? I'm thinking battery vs LP. Thoughts?

Thanks anyone for their consideration!

Traveling while using battery power is not recommended as this will usually drain your battery in a matter of hours.  You could upgrade the power line going from your TV to the Pod to prevent this, but it's not an easy or cheap fix.

Most folks here, including us, always run our refrigerator on propane while traveling and have never had any problem whatsoever.

A quick search will reveal extensive discussion about this issue.
]]> Sun, 24 Jul 2016 15:03:57 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79409#79409 Traveling with the Fridge question : Hello, Fairly new to the RPOD... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79407#79407 Author: 4peas in a pod
Subject: 8441
Posted: 24 Jul 2016 at 2:53pm

Hello, Fairly new to the RPOD world (at least from a usability standpoint). What is the best way to keep the fridge on while traveling longer distances? I'm thinking battery vs LP. Thoughts?

Thanks anyone for their consideration!]]> Sun, 24 Jul 2016 14:53:46 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8441&PID=79407#79407