Engel Hardwiring - 24V
Submitted: Tuesday, Oct 13, 2009 at 13:20
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I've recently bought a HJ61 'cruiser that came with an old Engel fridge, capable of running on 24V (The car is a Japanese Import)
My problem is that the previous owner simpy cut the plug off the fridge, ran cables from the batteries to the back and hardwired the fridge without a switch or fuse! I tested the fridge with my 12/24V power supply and it still works
well so i'd like to keep it.
I'd like to install a plug and socket in the back of the car so I dont have wire hanging everywhere in the back, what 24V socket and plug sets work best? I was thinking of using the Engel Posi-fit lead and using that as the new power lead at the fridge end, then an Engel 2pin socket in the car. These are the leads that come with the new fridges which are also able to run on 24V.
What size fuse(s) should I be putting in-line from the battery end? I'm pretty sure that the start-up current of the compressor motor is 1.83A max @ 24V, will a 2A fuse suffice?
Reply By: Welldone WA - Wednesday, Oct 14, 2009 at 02:07
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2009 at 02:07
The 24 volt imports have a fuse protected, black "power outlet " box in the engine bay [driver's side] where you can tap off 24 volts from the main continuous[10 amp] , the ignition[7.5amp] or the accessories circuits[7.5amp] . Just unscrew the cover and all is revealed.
I've got my Engel on the ignition circuit[24 volts/7.5 amp] to prevent flattening the starting batteries when the motor is switched off.
When we stop away from AC power for an extended period, I plug the Engel DC lead into the 12 volt solar powered auxillary battery.
Welldone
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