I'm looking to become a trucker and have several questions?

I have an 875 and a 300 plugged in now that I haven't had any problems with. Other than running the batteries dead.

 

iv got a 1500 watt with a 3000 watt peak on it... directly to the batteries. i run my microwave,tv, fridge/freezer, toaster, computer charger and my flash light charger and it works perfect... tho, u live in dallas my company wont hire you, your to far away from our hiring area

 

All companies are different. Schneider National doesn't allow inverters large enough for a microwave. In fact, only drivers with sleep apnea have inverters installed in their trucks. Reminds me of company I used to work for 25 years ago where only smokers were allowed breaks.

 

Just depends on the company. I know when I asked at Schneider they don't allow anything larger than what will plug into a 12V plug (iirc). My current company, you bring them the inverter, they'll install it, remove the cabinets you want removed (to make room for a 'fridge), and help you with securing the stuff you want to install.

I'm sure most companies are somewhere in between.

 

Sounds like you work for a good company. You're right about the 12V outlet. There's also a max wattage for the inverter at SNI. I think it's 180W.

 

So, did the shop in Missoula put your inverter in for you? Looking forward to when I get out of training as to how I want to do "my" truck....

 

Henderson, Salem, Il. I'm pretty sure all of their trucks have them. As far as microwaves...no problem with an APU.

 

Giltner, and Holland Enterprises