12v cooler plugged in
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by 4noReason, Jun 1, 2013.
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Just overnight it shouldn't if you have decent batteries. Leave it plugged in over a weekend and yes it will drain them.
dannythetrucker Thanks this. -
over night, no. over the weekend, maybe.
depends on how many and what condition your batteries are in -
Will the batteries on a flashlight burn out if you leave it on? -
Same as above. over night you should be ok. Weekends, I wouldn't. When I was with Knight, they would only put 3 batteries in the Volvos. They would constantly drain esaily. Couldn't even run the bunk heater in them for more than 4 hours. The Pete I had, had 4 batts in it. It lasted a lot longer.
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25(2)+2 and sherlock510 Thank this.
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Vito pretty much covered all of the bases.
Unless i use my microwave the dorm fridge is never unplugged.
Of course, it's all plugged into the inverter, i dont trust the 12 volt appliances.
When i roll daily, all is well. If i sit for a day straight the batteries suffer for sure.
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I think you need descent batteries. Wimpy batteries will not do good. I have 4 brand new 1100 CCA batteries n I leave my 12V Coleman cooler plugged in all the time 24/7. When I am home for 4 days I leave it plugged in n my truck still starts fine after sitting for 4 days...
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Add to the fact that most 12v coolers are not designed to run 24/7. Mine runs while I'm driving. I leave it on until I hit the bunk and then unplug it. Everything stays cool and when i get up, I plug it back in. Had it for over a year now with no problems.
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