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Originally Posted by Justcurious

What are your thoughts on running the generator to cool refrigerator while on the road? My refrig is good for about 5 hours before getting too warm. Is it okay to run the generator while underway?


2017 Thor Quantum RS26, Cummins 4000 generator.

Yes it’s OK to run generator while underway. However, if you plan to run it solely to power an absorption fridge on 120V electricity, it doesn’t make much sense. A generator will use a lot more fuel than the propane option, will require more maintenance, is noisier, etc.

Are you concerned having the propane on for fridge? I’m not, but know some RVers are. That would be one of the only reasons to allow the fridge to get warm over hours of travel.