Hi I have a rpd215 waeco fridge the compressor keeps running draining my batteries when free camping . Even when it is not overly hot it cuts out for very short period and runs for extended periods . I have it set on pos2 out of 5 settings so I don't think it's asking to much has any one else had this problem? Or know of a solution thanks in advance
I. Have the same. Problem had mother board replaced,good for a few months,I have found if you disconnect all power for about 30seconds,it works fine for a few days,pita.
Hi.
It's average current draw according to net is 7.5A.
That's thirsty..
You'll need decent battery\s with definite Solar power. not just a 200w unit.
And I wouldn't go anywhere without a genny\40A AC charger (I don't)
I've always added more styrene sheeting Insulation on sides of any fridge I've installed.
Go to a TV sales place. they have sheets of it with the big tv's.
Usually. If you remove the front surround strips, there is space for some to be added along sides.
Just keep back and top clear.
Also.
Keep it full or near to. Even just with water bottles.
They very INefficient (ALL fridges) if part empty.
Some waco models have a switch near where power plugs in that bypasses the control panel and thermistat so you can run compressor endlessly. It is a little red switch marked "emergency use" and should be set to "normal". It can be bumped accidentely.
We have the next newer model in our Silverline which is RPD 218. Obviously 218litre.
We have ample battery reserve capacity to run it happily but I can say it uses around 35ah overnight (no solar input).
Considering this and without knowing your battery capacity you can see that with a bit of other usage e.g.: lights, tv etc it won't be hard to get to 50ah which will be 'flat' for a 100ah battery.
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Neil & Lynne
Pinjarra
Western Australia
MY23.5 Ford Wildtrak V6 Dual Cab / 21' Silverline 21-65.3
Sounds like you have the same system as us, we can last 4 days in the winter free camping. The rated amperage is 7.5 amps, but it runs at about 5amps when going.
Under the door sill at the top of the freezer, there is a switch that runs a heating element, make sure this is off.
You have not stated the age and condition of the batteries, the fault maybe more to do with battery capacity than the fridge.
Also check that the doors are sealing.
I have added another 150w solar panel to keep us going in the winter.
Monitor battery voltage to make sure they are fully charged.
I guess the door etc is sealing well and plenty of ventilation to transfere heat ? At times I have found our chilli bin ( Kiwi for Eski) run almost continuously with blocked air duct .,
