Fridge Temperature/ battery isolator
Submitted: Tuesday, Aug 13, 2002 at 00:00
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Smutty
Hi guys and gals, Two questions this time:
1. Having just bought a new 40Lt engel, I am unsure what temperature you should set for refridgeration. I thought it might be around 5 degrees. I would also like to know the temp that frozen foods should be kept at.
2. Has anyone used the battery isolator from 4WD systems or have any comments. I am a little worried that upon stoping for the night both the main and aux will discharge until the main hits a pre determined level(to be able to start the car). Is there any disadvantages or advantages to this. Thanks in advance Smutty.
Reply By: Member - Nigel - Tuesday, Aug 13, 2002 at 00:00
Tuesday, Aug 13, 2002 at 00:00
If both your batteires are permanently wired together, then you should look into an isolator to prevent your fridge from drawing current from your main battery. There are many types that suit difference purposes and budgets (see the many previous questions).
As for temperature, a fridge should normally cycle between 0 and 4 degrees, freezers are normally around -15 degress (I think).
You should be aware that the bottom of the fridge will be colder than the top, so keep your fruit and veges up higher and meat down the bottom.
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