Dometic Portable Refigerator/Freezer

[Horizonchase]

I have been kicking around the idea of purchasing a portable freezer. I am geting tired of having to buy ice for my cooler over and over again. I thought that it would be convenient to have a portable fridge/freeze outsid eof our MH on a table to offer refreshments readily to all who want them instead of having them go inside the MH to go to the time refrigerator there. We have a 24' Winnebago. Does anyone else have this model? Do you like it? All feedback welcomed!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...f_rd_i=desktop

This is not the model that i wnt. For some reason I can't give the link. My model is the Dometic model # 49, a much larger model.

[dennis45]

Can't vouch for this one but I have the CF18 (next size up) and can tell you it is is very good product. Runs on 12 VDC OR 120 VAC. can be used as a fridge or freezer. I actually have two that I can use if we are on an extended trip. I use one as the beer fridge and the other for a freezer.
I have them sitting in a slide out tray in the basement.

[Horizonchase]

Originally Posted by dennis45

Can't vouch for this one but I have the CF18 (next size up) and can tell you it is is very good product. Runs on 12 VDC OR 120 VAC. can be used as a fridge or freezer. I actually have two that I can use if we are on an extended trip. I use one as the beer fridge and the other for a freezer.
I have them sitting in a slide out tray in the basement.

That is what I wanted to hear Dennis. That it is a good product. We will be using it for the same purposes that you are using yours for. For some reason or other the brand name Dometic made me think that it was going to be unreliable given all the complaints that I have read over the years regarding their refrigerators.

[YC1]

We have the largest one on a slide out and absolutely love it. They cool fast and will freeze too if you want them to.

We have a Dometic refer side by side and use it full time. Going on eight years now. Only a couple of small issues on it. I would not hesitate to buy Dometic again.

[dennis45]

Originally Posted by Horizonchase

That is what I wanted to hear Dennis. That it is a good product. We will be using it for the same purposes that you are using yours for. For some reason or other the brand name Dometic made me think that it was going to be unreliable given all the complaints that I have read over the years regarding their refrigerators.

Unlike a lot of less expensive ones on the market, these portables have an actual compressor much like your residential fridge. They are not a toy.
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As for Dometic, the fridge in our 2003 MH is the OEM and still going strong. Had one recall on it a few years ago that was done at No Charge by a dealer. If it quit tomorrow, it would not hesitate to replace it with a new Dometic.

[Horizonchase]

Originally Posted by dennis45

Unlike a lot of less expensive ones on the market, these portables have an actual compressor much like your residential fridge. They are not a toy.
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As for Dometic, the fridge in our 2003 MH is the OEM and still going strong. Had one recall on it a few years ago that was done at No Charge by a dealer. If it quit tomorrow, it would not hesitate to replace it with a new Dometic.

Good to hear! I think that I will go ahead and purchase it then. Thanks for your input!

[Horizonchase]

Originally Posted by YC1

We have the largest one on a slide out and absolutely love it. They cool fast and will freeze too if you want them to.

We have a Dometic refer side by side and use it full time. Going on eight years now. Only a couple of small issues on it. I would not hesitate to buy Dometic again.

Glad that you are satisfied. I guess I was just looking for some positive reassurance before forking over over $600.00!

[SarahW]

Originally Posted by Horizonchase

That is what I wanted to hear Dennis. That it is a good product. We will be using it for the same purposes that you are using yours for. For some reason or other the brand name Dometic made me think that it was going to be unreliable given all the complaints that I have read over the years regarding their refrigerators.

We own one of these, and it is not the same as the Dometic RV refrigerators; it has a compressor and works like a residential fridge.

That said, these are not weatherproof and are not meant to be left out in the rain, etc. So you may want to rethink the purchase if you plan to leave the unit outdoors.

[98FPA]

I bought the same version in the Norcold line for the same reason. Got tired of buying ice, etc. Here's the catch I bought it from Camping World in March 1984 (yes). I'm still using it (knock on wood). It's obviously served it's purpose quite well. It was the first thing I moved into the MH when we bought it a couple of years ago. I can guarantee that it has more than it's fair share of pop/beer - groceries refrigerated in it. It's been in 2 tt and a 5er., it may out last this ol' gator. I'd be lost without it!!!

[DDDonkey]

I have the 'truck fridge' brand and love it. I have had mine running for almost 2 years strait and saved me once when the coach fridge died. Truck fridge is cheaper, that but looks almost the same, has a compressor.

[Ramets]

Been using an Edgestar for over 5yrs. of full time and not one glitch. It's both 12v & 110.

[jpharley]

We have an Engel and use it strictly as a freezer. It on a slide out tray in the basement of our 5th wheel. It is well worth the price.

[Horizonchase]

Originally Posted by SarahW

We own one of these, and it is not the same as the Dometic RV refrigerators; it has a compressor and works like a residential fridge.

That said, these are not weatherproof and are not meant to be left out in the rain, etc. So you may want to rethink the purchase if you plan to leave the unit outdoors.

Wow, I never considered that. I most certainly was going to leave it out doors. I suppose it would be okay if it were under the awning, no?

[Horizonchase]

Originally Posted by 98FPA

I bought the same version in the Norcold line for the same reason. Got tired of buying ice, etc. Here's the catch I bought it from Camping World in March 1984 (yes). I'm still using it (knock on wood). It's obviously served it's purpose quite well. It was the first thing I moved into the MH when we bought it a couple of years ago. I can guarantee that it has more than it's fair share of pop/beer - groceries refrigerated in it. It's been in 2 tt and a 5er., it may out last this ol' gator. I'd be lost without it!!!

LOL! Really glad to hear that it served its purpose well for you, and of its longevity. You have convinced me to just go ahead and buy it. Thanks!