Quick fridge question

[Gopher John]

We picked up our trailer (18 Int’l 23cb) from the dealer (who was doing a little warranty work). We plugged in when we got to our campsite and then opened the fridge to find that it hadn’t been functioning in some time. I also noticed that the dealer set the battery disconnect to “store.”

So my question is whether the refrigerator (which had been set to auto) needs at least minimal battery power to run off of LP or if it’s some other problem.

Thanks for any advice.

[lsbrodsky]

Yep, control board requires 12vdc
Larry

[OTRA15]

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[Edit -- based on your Post #4 you have AGM batteries? If so ignore most comments below, but still test battery voltage. Solar charging may be limited, depending on what the dealer did]

Also . . . the batteries need to be fully charged and in good shape. If the dealer let them run down, they may be shot. Suggest unplugging from shore power and checking the water level in each battery cell. [using safety procedures described in your owner's manual -- gloves, safety goggles etc..] Use distilled water only to top off. After one hour without shore power, what does your monitor panel say the battery voltage is?

FYI, in addition to your owner's manual, this is a good source for basic info on RV battery practices:

http://www.batteriesnorthwest.com/batteryschool.cfm

If the batteries have been allowed to go under ~12.2 volts, their life expectancy has probably been affected IMO.

If your AS is still under warranty, the batteries are too probably. If problems persist, you might want to have the batteries checked by a dealer who carries your brand

You might also want to contact the dealer who left your Use/Store switch on Store. Why and for how long?

Presumably you have an adequate supply of propane?

Good luck,

Peter

[Gopher John]

Peter,
I’ve got solar so battery depletion shouldn’t be an issue.
Thanks so much for the feedback :-)

[AirstreamInc]

Originally Posted by Gopher John

We picked up our trailer (18 Int’l 23cb) from the dealer (who was doing a little warranty work). We plugged in when we got to our campsite and then opened the fridge to find that it hadn’t been functioning in some time. I also noticed that the dealer set the battery disconnect to “store.”

So my question is whether the refrigerator (which had been set to auto) needs at least minimal battery power to run off of LP or if it’s some other problem.

Thanks for any advice.

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