Ice-packs in fridge??

TECHNI ICE PACKS SOUNDS LIKE THE GO, SHOULD SAVE THE FRIDGE FROM RUNNING HARD ALSO MAKE SURE EVERY THING IS AS COLD AS YOU CAN GET BEFORE PUTTING IN.

If its 3 way it will flatten the battery in less than 24hr maybe 2/4 hrs depending on your battery cant you set it up on gas when stopped that is what it is designed for....with the engine running the alternater will handle the power to the fridge easily but the fridge doesnt work well on 12v the best it will do on 12v is keep things cool will not freeze food that is not already frozen,ice packs will assist but will defrost in time if fridge is on 12v

I have found that the best thing to do is run the fridge for 24 hours on 240 AC prior to the trip. Have everything in the home fridge getting it as cold as possible, even frozen.

Load the frozen stuff into the bottom of the fridge first, and carry on from there. The last thing to go in the vehicle should be the fridge, and plug it straight in to power.

They are not very efficient at all IMHO, and don't take to travelling very well, but used in a stationary camping situation, are ok. They work best on gas, but not while on the move.

My .02

ice packs will only assist initially....after they become at or above the temperature that can be achieved by the fridge they will add to the power consumption...get a thrid battery or change over the second to a dedicated...contact dereck here who can help with all the stuff you need

I would have thought that adding icepacks to a fridge (not a freezer so much) would make the whole thing act as an esky, due to the thermostat not allowing the fridge to run until at its trigger point. Does this sound like a reasonable assumption?

Andrew

Hi David

You could, but I think you would be better off just investing in a rated esky -like Coleman 5 day type for example.

They will preserve your ice better to and save on weight and space.

The Waeco ca-35 is a cooler not a fridge, ( This low-priced absorption cooler accepts gas as well as alternating current from the power socket or direct current from the 12-volt cigarette lighter. The cooling capacity can be regulated up to a maximum level of 25°C below ambient. Owners of campers, caravans and motorhomes will prefer our sturdy Three-Way Absorption Cooler. Compact 35-litre capacity, yet truly mobile, the CA-35 is the ideal size for holiday households.Specifications: Capacity -35 Litres Voltage -gas/12V DC/240 AC Temperature Range -Cooling Capacity up to 25°C below ambient Dimensions ) The cooler should run off the car battery ok while the engine is running . The ice packs will help but if its 40deg outside its going to be around 15 deg in the cooler.