{"product_id":"dometic-ruc-8404x-compressor-fridge","title":"Dometic RUC 8404X 216L 12\/24V Compressor Caravan Fridge Freezer","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"tg-owner-ruc8404\" style=\"margin:32px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eThe Owner's Insights on the RUC8404X\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRU Core is Dometic's answer to price. Same 216 litres as the RUC8508X, same 550mm width, several hundred dollars less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a catch and you need to know it up front. This one runs on 12V and 24V DC only. There is no 240V input. Plug the van into mains at a caravan park and the fridge still draws from your battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a modern van that's fine, because the power-management system converts the mains to DC and keeps the battery up. On an old van with one tired battery, think hard about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you get for the money is real. T climate class, a fan Dometic have tuned to run quietly instead of clattering on and off, and 170 litres of fridge with a 46 litre freezer above it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho's it for? A new build or a proper rewire where the 12V system is already sorted. If you want mains-direct operation, the RUC8508X is the one to buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:16px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"tel:0370566732\" class=\"tg-btn-ruc8404\" style=\"display:inline-block;background-color:#f0810f;color:#ffffff;padding:14px 32px;border-radius:6px;min-width:160px;font-family:'Montserrat',sans-serif;font-weight:bold;font-size:14px;line-height:1.2;text-align:center;text-decoration:none;\" title=\"Call True Gear - 03 7056 6732\"\u003eCall the Store - 03 7056 6732\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tg-why-ruc8404\" style=\"margin:32px 0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhy You'll Love the RUC8404X\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT climate class.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dometic rate it for ambient temperatures from 16 to 43 degrees, so a hot afternoon doesn't beat it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal ventilation option.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dometic sell an internal vent kit for this range, so you may not need vents cut in your van wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet fan with no auto shut-off.\u003c\/strong\u003e The fan runs steadily instead of clattering on and off through the night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft-touch electronic control.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set the temperature with a press. No fiddly dial to guess at.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic LED interior light.\u003c\/strong\u003e You can see what's in there without holding a torch in your teeth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery cut-out built in.\u003c\/strong\u003e It shuts down at 10.4V so it can't flatten your house battery on you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tg-why-media-ruc8404 page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/8715\/0656\/files\/dometic-ruc-8404x-compressor-fridge-rear-three-quarter.jpg?v=1787726549\" alt=\"Rear three-quarter view of the Dometic RUC 8404X showing the cabinet sides and top vent\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tg-brand-ruc8404\" style=\"margin:32px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h4 page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhy You Should Consider a Dometic Compressor Fridge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eDometic have built RV refrigerators for decades, and RU Core is the value end of their own range rather than another company's product wearing their badge. Same Australian parts network, same authorised service agents. On an appliance you cut into your van and keep for a decade, being able to get a part in five years time is what actually matters. See the rest of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dometic\" title=\"Dometic RV gear at True Gear\"\u003eDometic range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tg-specs-ruc8404\" style=\"margin:32px 0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-two-column-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eRUC8404X Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-simple-table-container page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFridge type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompressor refrigerator, dual zone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e216L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefrigerator compartment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e170L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreezer compartment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo, separate fridge and freezer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExternal size (W x H x D)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e550 x 1657 x 677mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCabinet size without flange (W x H)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e525 x 1644mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth from flange rear face\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e611mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePacked size (W x H x D)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e622 x 1765 x 762mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePacked weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnection voltage (DC)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12V \/ 24V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnection voltage (AC)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone. This model is 12\/24V DC only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e88W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.3A at 12V, 3.65A at 24V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery protection (12V)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut-out 10.4V, cut-in 11.7V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery protection (24V)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut-out 22.8V, cut-in 24.2V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFridge temperature range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 8 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreezer temperature range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-17 to -10 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate class\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT (16 to 43 degrees ambient)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefrigerant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR600a, 31g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyurethane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooling circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHermetically sealed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise emission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 dB(A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior light\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic LED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum load per door\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.5kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft-touch electronic, UES thermostat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrain plug\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEMC, CB, RCM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 years against manufacturing defects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRUC8404X\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9620017677\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode (EAN-13)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6975399595618\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"page-crafter-image-base-class\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/8715\/0656\/files\/dometic-ruc-8404x-compressor-fridge-control-panel.jpg?v=1787726549\" alt=\"Soft-touch control panel with display on the Dometic RUC 8404X door\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tg-extras-ruc8404\" style=\"margin:32px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h4 page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eThe RUC8404X runs on 12V and 24V only\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eGet this straight before you order. Dometic's own manual for this range says the RUC5204X, RUC6404X and RUC8404X are suitable for use with a 12V or 24V supply, and the manual has no section on connecting to AC power at all. There is no 240V plug and no automatic changeover on a powered site. Your house battery runs the fridge and your charger runs the battery. In a van with a proper power-management system that converts incoming mains to DC, you will never notice. In an older van with a tired battery and a basic charger, you will. If you want mains-direct operation, buy the RUC8508X instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h4 page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eCompressor or three-way at this size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA three-way fridge cools by heating ammonia, so it wants the van level and it fades as the outside temperature climbs. A compressor fridge works the way your kitchen fridge does. Dometic rate their compressor models for stable cooling and freezing even in a tilted position, and this one carries a T climate class covering 16 to 43 degrees ambient. On a 216 litre fridge in an Australian summer that difference is the whole argument.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h4 page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eWhat the RUC8404X draws from your batteries\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's rated at 88W, pulling 7.3A at 12V or 3.65A at 24V while the compressor runs. The compressor cycles rather than running constantly, so your real daily draw comes down to ambient heat and how often the door opens. The fridge protects your battery by cutting out at 10.4V and staying off until it recovers to 11.7V. Since this model can't run direct off mains, that battery has to be up to the job all the time. Ring us and we'll go through your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"page-crafter-h4 page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eFitting the RUC8404X\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's an installed appliance, cut into the cabinet, wired into your 12V system and secured against corrugations. At 50kg and 1657mm tall it's a two-person job. The opening needs 525 x 1644mm clear without the flange and 611mm of depth behind the flange face. Dometic sell a ventilation grille, a roof vent kit and an internal vent kit for this range, and your installer decides which your van needs. We won't publish wiring or fuse sizes here. That's your installer's call against Dometic's manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tg-included-ruc8404\" style=\"margin:32px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-block page-crafter-inner-padding page-crafter-border-radius tg-included-box-ruc8404\" style=\"padding:36px;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-whats-included-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"page-crafter-h4 page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\" style=\"text-align:center;color:#ffffff;\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tg-included-col-ruc8404 page-crafter-ul-list-with-checkmark page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eRefrigerator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eDrain hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eBottom trim piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eSealing strip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eInstallation and operating manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"page-crafter-h4 page-crafter-bottom-spacing-small\" style=\"text-align:center;color:#ffffff;\"\u003eWhat's Not Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tg-included-col-ruc8404 page-crafter-ul-list-with-checkmark page-crafter-div-container\"\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eInstallation and cabinetry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003e12V wiring, fusing and cabling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003e240V mains operation (this model is 12\/24V DC only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eVentilation grille, roof vent or internal vent kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eDecor door panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container\" style=\"margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;\"\u003eDometic supply the drain hose, bottom trim and sealing strip in the box. The LS300 ventilation grille, roof vent kit and internal vent kit are separate Dometic accessories, and your installer will tell you which one your van needs. Confirm the cabinet opening with your caravan repairer before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tg-advisory-ruc8404\" style=\"margin:32px 0;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"page-crafter-h3 page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003eNot Sure Which Upright Fridge Suits Your Van?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-crafter-div-container page-crafter-element-bottom-spacing\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe RUC8404X buys you 216 litres at a lower price, and the missing 240V input is the reason it costs less. If your van has a solid battery and charger you will never notice it. If it does not, spend the extra on the RUC8508X, which runs on 12V, 24V and 240V and switches over on its own. If your cabinet is shorter, the 180L RUC6404X is the same fridge in a lower body. All of them sit in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rv-fridges\" title=\"RV fridges at True Gear\"\u003eRV fridges\u003c\/a\u003e. Dometic back this one for three years against manufacturing defects, and your Australian Consumer Law rights sit alongside that.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"tel:0370566732\" class=\"tg-btn-ruc8404\" style=\"display:inline-block;background-color:#f0810f;color:#ffffff;padding:14px 32px;border-radius:6px;min-width:160px;font-family:'Montserrat',sans-serif;font-weight:bold;font-size:14px;line-height:1.2;text-align:center;text-decoration:none;margin:6px;\" title=\"Call True Gear - 03 7056 6732\"\u003eCall Us - 03 7056 6732\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:gday@truegear.com.au\" class=\"tg-btn-ruc8404\" style=\"display:inline-block;background-color:#f0810f;color:#ffffff;padding:14px 32px;border-radius:6px;min-width:160px;font-family:'Montserrat',sans-serif;font-weight:bold;font-size:14px;line-height:1.2;text-align:center;text-decoration:none;margin:6px;\" title=\"Email True Gear\"\u003eEmail Us\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.tg-specs-ruc8404 table{width:100% !important;}.tg-specs-ruc8404 table td{padding:10px 14px;}.tg-why-media-ruc8404{order:-1;}.tg-included-box-ruc8404{background-color:#D2601A !important;}.tg-included-box-ruc8404 h4,.tg-included-box-ruc8404 p,.tg-included-col-ruc8404 li{color:#ffffff !important;}.tg-btn-ruc8404:hover{background-color:#ffd700 !important;color:#ffffff !important;}@media(max-width:798px){.tg-why-media-ruc8404{order:unset;}}\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Dometic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53071331393856,"sku":"9620017677","price":3899.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/8715\/0656\/files\/dometic-ruc-8404x-compressor-fridge-front-doors-open.jpg?v=1787726549","url":"https:\/\/truegear.com.au\/products\/dometic-ruc-8404x-compressor-fridge","provider":"True Gear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}