Date:         Tue, 20 Sep 2011 10:03:34 -0700
Reply-To:     Phil Zimmerman <philzimm1@SHAW.CA>
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From:         Phil Zimmerman <philzimm1@SHAW.CA>
Subject:      Re: Vitrifrigo/Truck Fridge power usage
Comments: To: Rocket J Squirrel <camping.elliott@gmail.com>
In-Reply-To:  <4E78A244.1060809@gmail.com>
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Hey Rocket,
Thanks for the fine treatise in reply.

Worth repeating. Many variables in a compressor refrigeration system.
Add-in the vehicle installation variables then, drive said vehicle from Alaska to the Mohave Desert.
Expecting a consumer grade and designed system to function as advertised under these widely varying conditions, probably not a reasonable expectation. Similar expectations for the rather average customer support service … 8<(

With some tweaking of the thermostat and power setting resisters, some slight increase in performance might be achieved. Worth a search of the archive for that particular thermostat problem. As I recall, the repair worked.

Failing this, ditch the gelato cooler and spring of an Engel or similar rugged-designed refrigeration equipment

regards
Pz
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On 2011-09-20, at 7:25 AM, Rocket J Squirrel wrote:

> Hi Phil,
> 
> No one should think I am attacking the Vitrifrigo, -- I have one, I like it a lot. …..