I'm a fridge newbie but looking at a Camper that comes with a DZ75 + Goal Zero 1400+160w Solar Panel roof. Seems like a killer fridge and we are a family of four so I like the size. Dual zone allows me to use the other side as dry storage for quick trips. How big of a deal is it to not just plug or unplug the AC/DC setup? Is it just the 4 second nuisance required to swap them rather than have them both in or is it something beyond that? Will newer fridges be able to run with both AC/DC plugged in? Is there some other gucci fridge that is better?
The Dometic CFX3 Mega Thread
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67cj5
Man On a Mission
IF it is the CFX 75DZ then it is ok to plug in both power cords, BUT If it is the CFX3 75DZ then it is not good to plug in both power cords, The earlier CFX Models are an awesome fridge,
hope that helps.
Yeah its the CFX3. So no plugging in both sources at once then...it wasn't an issue that was fixed but is basically "just how it is"? Odd that the feature was removed for a fancy new fridge? Why was that? Did it help make it more efficient or something? That being said, part of me wonders if its a big deal or not just unplugging the one source I guess. A better housing would have just been to have a plastic sliding shield that forced you to remove one port to plugin the other.
67cj5
Man On a Mission
The Previous CFX used the Danfos/Secop compressor, With the CFX3 Dometic have fitted their own Compressor so maybe the trouble is in the new compressor,
If you can get them to remove the fridge from the Deal then buy your self a National Luna 50L or this 60L model in this link, They are the Best Duel Zones Bar None,
But if they won't agree to it then Send the CFX3 back to dometic and buy the National Luna, because some of their range have a 7 year+ warranty Ok,
National Luna is the Rolls Royce of fridges so you will never find a better fridge, My Personal bigger fridges are ARB Blue Classic series which have the same running gear as the national Luna's and the earlier CFX series which is the Danfos/Secop Compressors,
National Luna 60 Lt Legacy Fridge/Freezer Dual Control
National Luna 60 Lt Fridge/Freezer Legacy Dual control is the ideal combo unit for those looking for maximum storage and efficiency plus minimal battery consumption.
www.expedition-equipment.com
Here is their complete range of Twin control and twin control twin Lid fridges, you just need to do a search for them in the country where you live, National Luna were first made for the WHO and NASA, So these are the real deal Ok.
EDIT, Just don't buy a Snomaster because they REALLY chew up the Batteries. I also have one of them and they are £$*&,
Hope that Helps,
National Luna Dual Control Camping Fridge - National Luna
For the ultimate in versatility, National Luna offers its unique Dual Control fridge units with two individually controlled fridge-freezer compartments.
www.nationalluna.com
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The Previous CFX used the Danfos/Secop compressor, With the CFX3 Dometic have fitted their own Compressor so maybe the trouble is in the new compressor,
If you can get them to remove the fridge from the Deal then buy your self a National Luna 50L or this 60L model in this link, They are the Best Duel Zones Bar None,
But if they won't agree to it then Send the CFX3 back to dometic and buy the National Luna, because some of their range have a 7 year+ warranty Ok,
National Luna is the Rolls Royce of fridges so you will never find a better fridge, My Personal bigger fridges are ARB Blue Classic series which have the same running gear as the national Luna's and the earlier CFX series which is the Danfos/Secop Compressors,
National Luna 60 Lt Legacy Fridge/Freezer Dual Control
National Luna 60 Lt Fridge/Freezer Legacy Dual control is the ideal combo unit for those looking for maximum storage and efficiency plus minimal battery consumption.
Here is their complete range of Twin control and twin control twin Lid fridges, you just need to do a search for them in the country where you live, National Luna were first made for the WHO and NASA, So these are the real deal Ok
Hope that Helps,
National Luna Dual Control Camping Fridge - National Luna
For the ultimate in versatility, National Luna offers its unique Dual Control fridge units with two individually controlled fridge-freezer compartments.
Yeah I am able to skip the fridge if need be. Those luna's look really nice. Their new Legacy models have an 8yr warranty on the compressor too. Their dual zone 72 looks sick. Actually finding one could be tricky here in the US but I have some time.
Regarding the CFX3, is it comparable to the Luna aside from their odd charging control that only allows one source at a time?? If that doesn't bother me, I'm wondering what I give up in sticking with that instead of the Luna. Thank you for the education btw.
67cj5
Man On a Mission
National Luna are Awesome,
I went and saw the CFX3 range at back in February at a big Camping EXPO and to be honest they are very uninspiring, If you stick with the CFX3 it will annoy the heck out of you forever knowing that the fridge you are looking at is substandard and has a permanent Fault, Every other Duel Voltage fridge on the Planet can have BOTH power sources plugged in t the same time, For a $1000/$1400 fridge just is so unacceptable , YOU can buy a Cheap Knockoff from China that can do what the CFX3 can and it will run Sweet on Both Power sources at the same time for years,
You work hard for your money and you deserve better, So I would buy the N/L and if you buy another camper years down the Track you can take the National Luna with you in to that Camper,,
If you want something to be proud of buy a National Luna because knowing the faults with the CFX3 will drive you Nuts,
There are 3 Brands that are Tops, and they are National Luna, ARB and Engel, so don't consider any others if you want Quality, OK
EDIT, No the CFX3 is not in the same League as the National Luna,
hope that helps,
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@Dometic It would be really beneficial for you to increase the wire gauge on your included 12v plugs. Between vehicle wiring and the thin 14-16 gauge in the included power cables, many people have issues with voltage drop at the coolers and early shut off of the cooler due to voltage.
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They will not fit the previous CFX units. They are much more form fitting and given that the exterior of the CFX3 has changed they just won't fit the different shape of the CFX line.
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Actually, vehicle wiring is the most variable. We've seen power outlets in a particular make/model work just fine and another of the same year/make/model not work at all. To ensure that voltage drop is minimized as much as possible, we recommend one of our hardwire kits, a similar kit by another supplier, or dedicated battery solution to power it.
Even if we ran 8 AWG from our plug to the cooler, the vehicle wiring may not provide provide the power needed to keep from tripping battery protection.
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Sorry, but it's not something we've tried or recommend since it would likely mean a lot of dicey electronics hacking on a unit.
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Molonlabemike
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Wow just getting caught up. So I just ordered a CFX75DZ from blue ridge overland as they were the only ones with this fridge in stock. I am assuming i'll be getting one with a sticker.
I plan to keep this running in my 100 series off a second battery. When the vehicle is parked at home, I planned to connect a shore power outlet that will run to a NOCO charger that will be hard mounted to keep the second battery topped off. Is this going to be an issue?
I plan to keep this running in my 100 series off a second battery. When the vehicle is parked at home, I planned to connect a shore power outlet that will run to a NOCO charger that will be hard mounted to keep the second battery topped off. Is this going to be an issue?
67cj5
Man On a Mission
it will work fine but why would you want to buy something that is defective,
Molonlabemike
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I just learned it was defective and it already shipped. This is my covid luck these days