On Jul 19, 8:14*pm, Larry wrote:
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Arithmetic: *168W/13.8V=12.17 amps.
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Yes, but you didn't need to do that, they've got that and more all
tabulated for you:

http://www.rparts.com/Catalog/Major_...compressor.pdf
(http://tinyurl.com/5mgbm6)

Keep in mind the BD80 is huge. I use a 35 each for my fridge and
freezer.

-- Tom.