“I live in a apt. Will this run a refrigerator/ freezer if I lose power for long period ?”
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Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Hello, Thanks for your question! The Jackery Explorer 290 is a compact portable power station with about 292 Wh of battery capacity and a 200 W continuous AC output (400 W peak). Important things to know: It can power small devices and low‑power fridges (like mini‑fridges or very small freezers) for a short time if their power draw stays under the 200 W output limit. For example, it might run a small freezer drawing ~165 W for around ~1–1.5 hours on a full charge. Most full‑size apartment refrigerators and freezers draw much higher power, especially on startup. Typical household models often need several hundred watts to start and hundreds of watts continuously to run, which is well beyond the Explorer 290’s output limit. Even if the fridge’s average running wattage sometimes dips below 200 W, the higher startup surge could cause the unit to shut off. 🧠 Bottom line: The Explorer 290 is great for charging phones, lights, small fans, and powering small fridges for a limited period in emergencies, but it is not recommended as a long‑term backup for a full‑size refrigerator or freezer during extended outages. If you need help choosing a Jackery model that can support a standard fridge or freezer for longer outages, let me know — I can suggest options! 📧 [email protected] 📞 +1‑888‑502‑2236 (Mon–Fri, 9 AM – 5 PM PST)
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