When using as a freezer, does it use electricity constanty to keep stuff frozen or does it turn off & on like a usual freezer?
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We used ours in a RV and it turned on just like a normal freezer. We bought it because we had limited space space and we needed more. If it had run all the time it would have been a major problem it an RV. You can also contact the manufacturer if you really have to confirm this.
516576
Cycled on and off. Had a low estimated yearly use also. "Had" as in mine lasted 18 months, but I liked it.
1495405
I have one connected to the battery on a camp trailer the has a propane refrige/freezer. It keeps the battery charged when we are not using the trailer and also is charging while we are using the trailer. This has really helped to keep the fridge from faulting if the battery voltage dropped to much and the electronic ignitor wouldn't work properlly.
535635
When it goes off, it is very loud. therefore you will be turning it off manually. When the power goes back on, just turn the switch back on and its good to go. Its just like a light switch. Very easy to do, off and on. Simple. This item is great. I have saved 3 freezers full of meat since I got it. I really am glad I bought it. Thanks
1671577
I have no idea about the circuit thing, just that it plugs into the wall and works :) the freezer however does freeze ice trays!
683608
Since I use mine constantly day and night, I seldom turn it off. The only way I know of is to turn off the electric, but as soon as one batch of food comes out during the growing season, another goes in. The heat is not wasted that way. I check often to see if some foods have dehydrated enough, take them out, and replace them with others that are waiting their turn. When harvest season is over, it will be unplugged, and stored until harvest begins again in the spring.
1246761
This product never needs to be plugged into AC. The unit can become a freezer on DC only.
189306
Never turn mine off once it is cold enough to turn on... but it is on a large room, and only puts a small dent in the chill.
587858
At least make sure that there is ample ventilation in the location around your freezer. For the one in my motorhome, I install one of those 4" computer fan through the wall of the compartment, then I monitored the compressor run time during hot days when in Southern Texas and there is not much difference than on cooler days. Change of air around the cooling coil at the back and compressor will ensure that your freezer will last a normal life.
2129647
I put my unit on an extension cord and put it in my freezer to test it it worked just fine.The temperature is what makes it go on and off.I hope this helps you.
2019101
The daily consumption varies depending on the room temperature. At 70 degrees Fahrenheit the freezer will consume 360Whrs/30AH. These are in standard test conditions with no door openings. It requires a 215 watt solar panel and a 370 amp hour battery.
666139
It goes off when the circuit fails or you lose power. It has saved me twice. If you are concerned about a freezer door poping open, put a latch on the door. Does not have to be fancy, any hardware will do. I did that after my freezer door popped open and wasted the contents. Good luck. Chris
1150339
Sorry this does not have a freezer nor does it run on propane only household current or 12v cigarette lighter plug in. It will get your items really cold, but no freezer. I think there is a Norcold sold on Amazon that runs on propane, 12v and household plug in. I think it cost about $650.00. Just do a search for Norcold refrigerator. Hope this helps.
1352019
I use 110 volt. 220 is too much current. Freeze the inside container very hard. The harder the liquid is the better the freezer works.
688985
The unit will display the max and min temps it will not record day and times. If you see the max temp on the freezer was 45deg and the present temp is 0 then the items in the freezer were refrozen. The same fill be true forthe fridge. This condition would probably happen during a power outage. Hope this helps.
1147152
It isn't a freezer just a cooler, so I would only put items in that you would put in your refrigerator. It also functions as a warmer not a heater so you could put hot items in it to keep warm as well.
1623422
It runs as a small refrigerator will, shutting off once it reaches optimum temperature. I haven't seen a great increase in electrical usage. Any negligible power cost is offset by the convenience of having chilled wine at-the-ready.
1921637
No, it's just an electric freezer with a plug in cord, but it works very well!