Bushman Original SC35-52 Questions & Answers (page 3 of 4)

yes, there is a low voltage cut off. Its designed to do that to stop damaging your battery and to leave enough charge in it to start your car. The computer seems to be setting the low voltage temp to 0 degrees and that's the reason it fluctuating between -2 and +2, it is givinng you an averge of 0. is you battery good enough?

Yeah, It is running from new auxiliary battery which is deep cycle 100ah. 11.7 seems really high low voltage cut off.

Give them a call on +61 3 9437 0737 or contact them at http://www.bushman.com.au and they will help you out!

My guess is your car is switching that outlet off when ignition is off

Ok. Any ideas why this would suddeny be happening after its work fine for 5 years? If i plug a phone charger in it charges, but the fridge wont kick over

Mate contact Bushman using their website. I only have experience with the Melbourne Bushman folks - so far they have been SUPER helpful. Let us know how you go.

Same thing happened to me, ring or email Bushman - let us know how you go.

Yes, they can either repair it for you ( if you're close by) or sell and send you replacement parts. Give them a call.

I use mine how you described, but without the styrofoam. In this scenario you kinda ignore the temp reading on the screen and find the right one that keeps stuff frozen, gets your beer icy, but not iced and keeps your salad fresh at the top of the fridge. This is a VERY simple matter with the bushman.

Thanks Gary you were on the money.

I have use my Bushman Fridge outside of our Caravan many of time i put a mate under it and put a cable lock through the handle and A frame. If I can plug it in I use it every where

Hi Jaay,
Sounds like you're as happy with your Bushman as I am.
I'm not sure that I'm able to answer your question about setting it up in your campervan. I would however suggest that you contact D.P Refrigeration in Research Victoria. Their number is 0394370737. They are the importers of the Bushman and from my experience are always friendly and eager to help.
Good luck.

Cheers- Tony.

if its a bushman give Garry a ring on 03 94370737 he will be only to glad to help you as he is the owner and just a great block and once you talk to him you will be happy DARREN, ITS BETTER THAN ME TRYING TO TELL YOU IN MY LINGO SORRY ALL THE BEST, Ted

Hi Zads,
I have only owned the original Fridge/Freezer they didn't come with an extra high lids then so I can only talk about the Fridge/Freezer that I have
which has been great for what I have used, I've had items in freezer works fine and fridge works fine so as extra parts that add on I can't say.

Hi Zads
Fridge freezers are a difficult one .
I dont mean to be negative towards you but as you said you purchased a fridge not a freezer persay
The fact that you put the inverter on top is not a good idea that constant head will eventually effect the operation of the unit its a bit like putting the roast into the fridge to cook .
Perhaps the salesman or woman did not know what they were talking about when you purchased the unit or maybe you didnt make it clear what you wanted fridge or freezer .
I have 2 one a eva kool 170 litre that i had made specifically as a freezer but i can run as a fridge and a smaller 40litre used as a fridge .
Zads you have done the correct thing buying Aussie and they are reliable .
Perhaps a phone call to the manufacturer will give you better information .
I think i have said before ask service people what they think .
But please dont put the inverter on top of it your just asking the whole unit to work so much harder .
Good Luck
Wayne Manager
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Sorry, I have had no experience in using solar panels.
Kerry

What Size battery do you have? What else do you run off your battery apart from Bushman? Some experts say dont discharge you battery below 40% capacity. So assume 60% of your battery as available. Work out total daily power in amp hours and deduct that from the 60% of total available battery. I use the Bushman, LED lights, phone chargers and iPad Chargers and 2 fans. I run a 120amp battery and recharge with 140 watt Maxray solar panels. Self sufficient as my usage is low and recharge capability high.

Any "Auto Electician " should be able to make a lead up for you providing you supply the plug for the fridge end. . I have not had a problem with the lead supplied with the fridge.
KB

Thanks for replying but that is the problem and if I had a plug I would do it myself. The standard lead is a bit of a let down to an otherwise solid looking fridge. I have been quoted $40 from the manufacturer but the thought of having to pay more on an already expensive item for a simple lead doesn't sit well with me.

Thanks for replying but that is the problem and if I had a plug I would do it myself. The standard lead is a bit of a let down to an otherwise solid looking fridge. I have been quoted $40 from the manufacturer but the thought of having to pay more on an already expensive item for a simple lead doesn't sit well with me.

Thank you it appears to be the problem as it the same on 240/12. I am not a handy man and 81 so I will need to have the fridge work done. Is this possible at your factory? John Dee.

There are 2 small but effective spring loaded ( makes it possible to release a catch single handedly, great when you have an armfull of food or stubbies and you cannot put them down ) " over centre " catches.
Kerry

Wayne,
Sorry I cannot answer your question as I have never owned or had any experience with solar panels. My Bushman is currently run off an independent standard size Land Cruiser battery wired to the L/Cruiser charging system so that whenever the Cruiser is running it is being charged. As we rarely stay in one place for more than 2 or 3 days the system works without a problem. If there was a problem it is only a matter of starting the L/Cruiser and let it run a little while. The Fifth Wheeler has 2 deep cycle batteries (charged from the L/Cruiser or the on board built in charging system supplied from either 240 volt mains or our "wired in" 3Kva Honda remote start gen set). Have had no problems with flat batteries, etc. In the van I installed a 150 litre EvaKool 12 volt compressor freezer/fridge which is also a faultless performer in all conditions (bottom hinge on the big door needs strengthening or positive support in rough terrain).
Sorry I could not be of more help - the Bushman is an excellent unit.
Kerry

It's a hard question to answer as it depends on where you are, sky conditions, set temperature of fridge etc. It's more important to use a deep cycle battery (100 amp hour AGM type is good) rather than a start battery which you will soon ruin if used as a fridge battery if not kept fully charged. Forget about the CCA figure, amp hour figure is what to look for. My solar panel is 120 watt and it kept my Bushman running 24/7 plus a laptop and a few other peripherals until it started playing up, requiring at least 12.9v to cycle on. Looks like you're having the same problem as I am, if so you'll need to run your engine a couple of times during the night to keep the fridge running. Hope this helps.

Not sure of your question. Is yours the SC35/52? Do you mean the insulation bag?