Accessory mode or Inverter for 12V cooler?
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Travelinsoldier, May 4, 2019.
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Or buy one of those jumpstart boxes at harbor freight and power the cooler with that while sleeping, then change it from the inverter while driving.
If you're a company driver that is less likely to lead to trouble with the company.Last edited: May 5, 2019
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Travelinsoldier Thanks this.
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I guess I'll have to get a second opinion or service for the batteries
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You should have both tested to see where the actual problem is.
Or the voltage regulator...
The inverter uses the batteries, but if they can not be charged by the alternator while the engine is running they stay pretty well dead. If the regulator is bad it will not allow the charge to be sent to the batteries.Travelinsoldier Thanks this. -
Yup. I only ever use heavy load devices (microwave, frying pan, kettle) with the engine running at fast idle. Never have a problem.
The one time I did have a problem I had a weak alternator. The diodes burned out on one side of the windings. During the day it worked fine, but at night it couldn’t keep up with the headlights on.Travelinsoldier Thanks this.
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