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11-16-2011, 05:31 PM
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We're new to RVing and have only been on short camping trips. One question I have is: Can I run the fridge safely while driving? If so, do I use the generator or propane?
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11-16-2011, 05:37 PM
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I use the propane for the refrigerator while traveling and have for many, many years.
Safe Travels
Bob
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11-16-2011, 05:41 PM
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Run it on propane. That's what it's designed for.
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'07 Winnebago Journey 34H - CAT C7, Koni's, MCU's, SS Bell Crank
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11-16-2011, 05:43 PM
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I agree with the others......run it on propane unless you are running the genset for house A/C while underway.
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11-16-2011, 05:47 PM
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I leave mine on auto. Let the coach decide. One day you will forget to switch it or your shore power drops off for a day or two and then it's too late. Only thing I do is turn it off and prop the doors when not in use.
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11-16-2011, 05:49 PM
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Winnebago Owners Club
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travel on propane, BUT TURN FRIDGE OFF WHILE FUELING. 
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11-16-2011, 05:57 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mikf
travel on propane, BUT TURN FRIDGE OFF WHILE FUELING. |
X2 here
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11-16-2011, 06:01 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by KIX
I agree with the others......run it on propane unless you are running the genset for house A/C while underway.
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Been running on propane for 27 years and have not had one blow up yet....
Ken
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11-16-2011, 06:58 PM
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if i am traveling less than 3 hours drive I just turn it off... otherwise it is on propane.
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11-16-2011, 07:01 PM
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Monaco Owners Club
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Location: Ft Myers Fl / Omaha Ne
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Leave it on auto.
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11-16-2011, 07:09 PM
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Location: Vancouver, WA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by TXiceman
Been running on propane for 27 years and have not had one blow up yet....
Ken
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Over 50 years here and no problems either!!
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11-17-2011, 09:07 AM
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Fleetwood Owners Club
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Pusherman
Run it on propane. That's what it's designed for.
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Exactly.
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11-17-2011, 10:37 AM
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Member
Winnebago Owners Club
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Idaho
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Thanks for all your help folks.
Unfortunately, our MH is so old that there is no "AUTO" setting. It's either gas, electric or off.
Thanks again for the help!
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wife, 3 Scotties and an African Gray parrot - and they all terrorize me!
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11-17-2011, 10:41 AM
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Winnebago Owners Club Vintage RV Owners Club
Join Date: Aug 2009
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Perry White
I leave mine on auto. Let the coach decide. One day you will forget to switch it or your shore power drops off for a day or two and then it's too late. Only thing I do is turn it off and prop the doors when not in use.
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DITTO!
Sheila 
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1996 V8 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited
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