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Originally Posted by Hooch on Wheels
We have a 2018 High Country 305RL with a Dometic electric/propane refrigerator. While on the road I do not like running the fridge on propane due to the possible fire issue. I know there is an automatic propane shut off when you turn off the engine but after two house fires in 47 years I would like an alternative to using propane.
Question: What kind of battery system do I need to keep the fridge cool for around 6 hours driving time?
Any suggestions or info would be appreciated.
BTW, only one of those fires was my fault, be sure to unhook your battery when playing with your boat in the garage or you could burn down your garage and part of your kitchen. I speak from experience.
Thanks,
Jim&Celia
Hooch on Wheels
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Hi,
you would need to get power to the fridge just like for the residential fridge setups.
Means you need an Inverter to connect to your battery.
Then run a direct line from the Inverter to the fridge.
Or more effort connect the power lines from the inverter to the power panel from where the fridge and then also other stuff is connected.
Your Battery Capacity needs to be enhanced depending on how long you plan to run it.
Mike