"Larry Jaques" wrote in message
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On 11 Oct 2003 07:36:54 -0700, jim rozen
pixelated:

Hmm. An inverter large enough to run the refrigerator. Intersting
idea. Must look into that, thanks. The 'internet as news'
concept makes perfect sense as well.

When I picked up a Kill-A-Watt meter earlier this year, I ran
around the house checking usage. My new 21 c/f fridge takes
just 134 watts...with the door open and the pump running.

UFR!

That would be just over 11 amps @ 12V. if there were no other losses.
Starting wattage, however, would be much higher, if only briefly. Deep
cycle batteries might enjoy being used that way---especially if only
intermittently like Jim suggested

Harold