Um, no, they run on electricity. We had one in a camping trailer. There is no generator to run the compressor or combustion engine to create the mechanical energy to compress the gasses in the refrigerator. Just a different method of creating cold with different gasses.
“Um, no, they run on electricity. We had one in a camping trailer. There is no generator to run the compressor or combustion engine to create the mechanical energy to compress the gasses in the refrigerator. Just a different method of creating cold with different gasses.”
Generally the refrigerator in a camper/RV/off grid can run on 12V DC, 120V AC, or propane. The propane does indeed power the refrigerator when the 12V or 120V is not available.
You have 3 way and 2 way fridges. The two way ones are usually propane or 120V ac powered. The 3 way ones add the 12V DC capability.
Mfg Part #: RML8555R
Tech Notes:
Refrigerator capacity without freezer: 6.7 cu. ft.
Freezer capacity: 1.2 cu. ft.
12V DC/ 120V AC/ LP
Right door hinge
http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/dometic-rml-8555r-euro-6-7-cu-ft-3-way-refrigerator/56313