sanford Posted September 15, 2013 Report Share Posted September 15, 2013 Hi all I'm thinking of putting our fridge in the cratch to save power as it is colder outside than in the boat, do you think it is worth it for the power we will save? Pete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwacker Posted September 15, 2013 Report Share Posted September 15, 2013 I'd have thought a shorter cable run would be preferable . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clay Hamer Posted September 15, 2013 Report Share Posted September 15, 2013 Why do you need to move the fridge? If the cratch is colder why not just move the food? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caprifool Posted September 15, 2013 Report Share Posted September 15, 2013 You'll be moving it back in when it turns into a freezer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Ambrose Posted September 15, 2013 Report Share Posted September 15, 2013 Why would you want to do that? Oh I give up, just because you live on a boat it does'nt mean you have to take up camping Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naughty Cal Posted September 15, 2013 Report Share Posted September 15, 2013 You'll be moving it back in when it turns into a freezer. Ours is outside in the cockpit and it has yet to turn into a freezer. It is very noticeable that it is in less in the winter but then again our heating is on more which counteracts any power saving! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo Posted September 16, 2013 Report Share Posted September 16, 2013 Be aware that modern fridges and freezers are not designed to operate in low temperature environments. I believe the problem is more to do with freezers than fridges: http://www.which.co.uk/home-and-garden/kitchen/guides/best-freezers-for-your-garage/ http://www.ukwhitegoods.co.uk/help/buying-advice/installation-advice/2793-fridges-a-freezers-in-garages-or-outhouses.html During winter you could consider switching off the fridge completely and simply using a cool box in a cold space - the insulation maintains a relatively even temperature and should reduce the chance of food freezing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Ambrose Posted September 16, 2013 Report Share Posted September 16, 2013 I have a insulated cool box already......it's called a fridge and very conveniently placed in the galley Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ditchcrawler Posted September 16, 2013 Report Share Posted September 16, 2013 I have a insulated cool box already......it's called a fridge and very conveniently placed in the galley Phil Like it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pykebird Posted September 17, 2013 Report Share Posted September 17, 2013 I have a insulated cool box already......it's called a fridge and very conveniently placed in the galley Phil Me too, great minds think alike! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo Posted September 17, 2013 Report Share Posted September 17, 2013 I have a insulated cool box already......it's called a fridge and very conveniently placed in the galley Phil I'm assuming they're trying to cut their electricity demand and a cool box in a cold space has zero demand and performs really quite well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Ambrose Posted September 17, 2013 Report Share Posted September 17, 2013 One word, CAMPING Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naughty Cal Posted September 17, 2013 Report Share Posted September 17, 2013 How does having a fridge outside mean you are camping? What I'd does mean is that the Bud is closer to hand whilst sat watching the world go by Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbo Posted September 17, 2013 Report Share Posted September 17, 2013 One method of saving power is too keep the fridge full, even if it's just bottles of water using up empty space. Another tip if it's cold outside and you don't want to keep the food outside, swap bottles of water from the colder ones outside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naughty Cal Posted September 17, 2013 Report Share Posted September 17, 2013 One method of saving power is too keep the fridge full, even if it's just bottles of water using up empty space. Another tip if it's cold outside and you don't want to keep the food outside, swap bottles of water from the colder ones outside. Why would you put bottles of water where the Bud lives? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ex- Member Posted September 17, 2013 Report Share Posted September 17, 2013 One method of saving power is too keep the fridge full, even if it's just bottles of water using up empty space. Another tip if it's cold outside and you don't want to keep the food outside, swap bottles of water from the colder ones outside. That's a great idea. We generally fill the fridge with diluted cordial drinks and beers, once they get cold they maintain a cool fridge. Colder bottles from outside though will certainly save cooling energy. Like it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Ambrose Posted September 17, 2013 Report Share Posted September 17, 2013 How does having a fridge outside mean you are camping? What I'd does mean is that the Bud is closer to hand whilst sat watching the world go by Not directed at you Phylis, the layout of your boat is totally different to that of a sewer tube. Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbo Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 (edited) Why would you put bottles of water where the Bud lives? Because proper beer is meant to be served at around 8-14'c Edited September 18, 2013 by Robbo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naughty Cal Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Because proper beer is meant to be served at around 8-14'c Yuk! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbo Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Yuk! Coldness inhibits the tongue’s taste receptors, thats why budweiser and the other rubbish beer makers suggest serving at a cold temperature as you won't taste it as much. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ex- Member Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Coldness inhibits the tongue’s taste receptors, thats why budweiser and the other rubbish beer makers suggest serving at a cold temperature as you won't taste it as much. And extra cold and now super cold LOL It really is that bad Cal LOL Try some real ale, made from proper hops & barley and a myriad of of different flavours, a far superior drink by far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Ambrose Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 As the saying goes "What's up lager boy, frightened you'll taste something" Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ssscrudddy Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Because proper beer is meant to be served at around 8-14'c So why not just put proper beer is meant to be served at -6°C. Wont it freeze at that temp? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nb Innisfree Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Cold beer is great in the summer but a bit depressing in the depths of winter, it wasn't all that long ago, well over 40 years, that lager came in half pint bottles usually for the ladies and draught beer came at cellar temp, usually bitter or mild. I remember Stella making an appearance in the late 60s and the fashion for beer coolers, I seem to recall it being popular mainly because of its alcohol content as british brews had become much weaker over the years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naughty Cal Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 And extra cold and now super cold LOL It really is that bad Cal LOL Try some real ale, made from proper hops & barley and a myriad of of different flavours, a far superior drink by far. No thanks. It doesnt really do anything for me. Had a stint on the Adnams whilst in Southwold, rude not too really but back to normality now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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