Wiring
The standard wiring from the car battery to the 12V outlet
may not be rated to power the fridge.
Ensure the wire gauge is of sufficient size to supply the
fridge’s current draw over the length required.
If unsure, check with the vehicles instruction manual or,
contact a local automotive electrician for advice.
NOTE: Always fuse wiring with an in-line 15A fuse as close
as reasonable possible to the power source (i.e. the battery).
6.2 COMMON 12V POWER SUPPLY ISSUES
Battery
The car battery could be old, undersized or have a dead cell
causing too much voltage drop. If the battery contains a dead
cell it may still show that it has voltage with no load applied.
When a load is applied the cell will drop and subsequently so
will the voltage.
Connections
The 12V plug, car 12V socket or any of the connections
between the fridge and the battery could be faulty or have
come loose since installation.
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