Running the refrigerator

[Borrego Dave]

Thanks for the answer Carol. I did ask because everyone I know runs with the LP on. Just wanted to the reasons some don't.
My mind gets mushy too

[Carol H]

Originally Posted by Borrego Dave

My mind gets mushy too

LOL yup it can create problems!

[blodn1]

I am probable more cautionary than some when it comes to playing odds

O Lawd, Carol! Let's not start the scary propane issue again!!!

[Carol H]

Originally Posted by blodn1

O Lawd, Carol! Let's not start the scary propane issue again!!!

well as you know on the other thread regarding Scary propane, I love propane appliances and wouldn't own a trailer without them.... but I was asked to explain my reasons for not driving with the tanks on.... as I said Not everyone needs to or has to agree

[Hazel in Sk]

Hi Mrprez - when I have everything in the fridge there usually isn't much spare room for things to jiggle around. Any spots I'm not confident about I stuff with the clean teatowels and washcloths. I believe in Keep It Simple!

We don't drive with the propane on. Personal choice I guess.
If we have to pay for an electric site we use their power, otherwise we use propane and battery.

[Wallo]

Why not drive with propane on? I don't use a phone, or smoke a cigarette at a gas pump (when I used to smoke) for the same reason.......... just in case. Why take unnecessary chances?

[C&G in FL]

Originally Posted by Borrego Dave

Thanks for the answer Carol. I did ask because everyone I know runs with the LP on. Just wanted to the reasons some don't.
My mind gets mushy too

Dave,
I don't run on propane for two major reasons, only one of which is a "safety" concern, but not for fear of towing a "fireball." 1st, when I pull into a gas station to fuel the tow vehicle, I do not want to have a flame anywhere in proximity to gasoline fumes. Just my personal preference. 2nd, I have run on propane and had it blow out. This is not a safety concern because the thermocouple stops the flow of propane rather quickly, but it does nothing to keep the contents of the refrigerator cold. On the other hand, the Arizona tea jug I referred to in a previous post has never "blown out," has never concerned me when pumping gasoline, and has always kept my food as cold as would a cooler no matter how long I tow on a given day.

[Marsha D]

Originally Posted by Carol H

Due to how long it takes most of our fridges to cool right down - turning it on at least 12 hours prior is always a good idea. Adding only cold foods to it also helps. I keep a couple of small freezer packs in the freezer compartment and use those beside the dairy products and meats while running down the road. Keep the fridge closed and it will stay cool for the day without running it on DC.

This is exactly what we do, too. We keep perishables in plastic bins in the fridge and nestle the freezer packs in for the ride. We also keep a remote thermometer in the fridge to keep an eye on the temp. Freezer packs go back in the freezer for the next day if we're on the road. We also pre-cool the fridge prior to heading out.

We also find our refrigerator stays cooler on propane, although we mostly camp without electric so that makes that choice much easier.