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Re: Inverter for fridge...
Reply #25
With tens of thousands of RV being fueled daily, eventually there will be a fire but it isn't all that common , especially considering how few RVers actually shut the refrigerator off, when fueling.
Most states require active safety devices on gas pumps. Large spills are uncommon.
Unless a gas nozzle pumped gas into the refrigerator's exterior door, ignition from a spill isn't likely, the flame or spark are several feet off the ground. Gasoline needs a rich mixture to ignite.
Is there a chance of an accident? Sure, but what are the odds?
You probably have a better chance of dying doing things you do daily, like driving at freeway speeds.
Humans are not very good at calculating chance.

I'm shutting the refrigerator off, when fueling, and calling it good.
I have plenty to worry about already.

Larry

Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
Photo Collection: Lazy Daze

 
Re: Inverter for fridge...
Reply #26
It's a good thing Alfred Hitchcock isn't in charge of gas station safety standards or things could get a lot worse very quickly.

https://youtu.be/5-HYj5cLfEI

I'm one of those guys who turns off the fridge and propane before he pulls out on the road. That's just me plus ya never know when ol' Hitch may reach up and strike a match. 😳

Kent
2015 27' RB "MissB.Haven"