Does Putting an On and Off Switch on an Everchill Refrigerator Void the Warranty
Question:
IS INSTALLING A ON AND OFF SWITCH FOR A EVERCHILL REFRIGERATOR IN A TRAVEL TRAILER RV SOMETHING THAT WILL VOID OUT THE WARRANTY IF A PERSON JUST PURCHASED THE UNIT?
asked by: TERIC G
Expert Reply:
I spoke with my contact for you at Everchill and on your Everchill Refrigerator for RVs - 12V part # 324-000119 they do not recommend adding in your own switch. That being said they would likely give you trouble if you had any issues with the unit.
Not all hope is lost here though. I have a couple of solutions for you. If you're only trying to shut down the refrigerator then you can locate the fuse in your power distribution center and pull that fuse. That will stop power from being consumed by your refrigerator when you don't need it to be.
If your trying to stop all things from being powered using the Bulldog Winch 400 Amp Shut-Off Switch part # BDW20247 is an excellent option. This will give you the ability to stop all power coming from your battery and will prevent power draw when not needed. You will disconnect the battery. Cut your positive side cable and add one Spectro Ring Terminal - 4 Gauge - 3/8" Ring ID part # SWC57025Z to each end. At that point you'll install the BDW20247 in between and just pull the switch when you want to shut it down and put it back in when you're ready to use it.
I've included links to the product pages and videos for you to check out.
Products Referenced in This Question
Spectro Ring Terminal - 4 Gauge - 3/8" Ring ID - Copper - Zinc Plated - Qty 1
- Wiring
- Wire Connectors
- Ring Terminals
- 3/8 Inch Diameter
- 4 Gauge
- Spectro
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Bulldog Winch 400 Amp Shut-Off Switch - Removable Key
- Accessories and Parts
- Electric Winch
- Switches
- Bulldog Winch
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Bulldog Winch 400 Amp Shut-Off Switch - Removable Key
- Shop: ANL Fuse Holder and 400 Amp Fuse for Bulldog Winch Off-Road Winches - 0 to 4 Gauge Wire
- Shop: ANL Fuse Holder and 350 Amp Fuse for Bulldog Winch Off-Road Winches - 0 to 4 Gauge Wire
- Video: Tow Ready Wiring 18140 Review
- Video: Review of Bulldog Winch - Electric Winch - BDW20247
- Video: Bulldog Winch 500 Amp Shut-Off Switch Installation - 2018 GMC Sierra 2500
- Q&A: Battery Disconnect Switch to Use with Vermeer Chipper with Electric Starter
- Q&A: Inline Fuse for Bulldog # BDW15019 Winch Connected with Bulldog # BDW20026 Wiring Kit
- Q&A: What Is The Maximum Intermittent Amp Rating For The Bulldog Winch 500 Amp Shut-Off Switch
- Q&A: Shut Off Switch to Use with Bulldog Winch BDW10030
- Q&A: Does 400 Amp Bulldog Winch Shut-Off Switch Fit Bracket of 200 Amp Shut-Off Switch
- Shop: Demco Battery Disconnect Switch
- Shop: Bulldog Winch 500 Amp Shut-Off Switch - Metal Housing
- Shop: Mounting Bracket and Installation Hardware - Pollak 7-Pole, RV-Style Trailer Connector - Vehicle End
- Shop: Buyers Products Circuit Breaker w Manual Push-to-Trip Reset - Surface Mount - 250 Amp
- Video: Bulldog Winch Electric Winch BDW203547 Review
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Video: Choosing the Right Trailer Wiring
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Search Results: hitch
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Video: Choosing the Right Brake Controller
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Search Results: trailer brake controller
- Search Results: brake controller
on Accessories and Parts
John C.
8/11/2020
A follow up to this question/answer. When not connected to the tow vehicle or shore power will the refrigerator continue to run? Do I have to have a battery shut-off to keep the battery from running down?