Refrigeration A problem which travellers often have is the unsatisfactory operation of refrigeration without the availability of mains power, particularly in hot, dusty conditions. The most common complaints are of flat batteries and fridges not keeping cold in hot weather. Aussie Swag Campers has been successfully operating refrigeration in its campers since 1987 and since then has continually kept up with the latest advances in technology. Travellers can be assured that refrigerators will operate successfully without having to run a generator day and night. (Refer to the price lists for the various fridge/freezer options.) The special, two compartment box made by Aussie Swag Campers fits a large range of 12 volt compressor driven fridges. The fridge box is lockable and vented with removable dust filters. A thermostatically controlled fan inside the fridge box improves refrigeration efficiency. The 80 litre Waeco fridge/freezer and slide is also standard on the Ultra.      An 80 litre Waeco fridge/freezer with 3 compartments slides out inside the annex and operates in a dust free, vented, insulated storage box from the battery pack A Honda EU10i generator is standard on the Ultra model, and is carried in the other side of the fridge box along with the hot water system. Hot Water System (Standard on the Ultra) An electric hot water system hard plumbed and wired into the camper is available for hot showers and hot water in the kitchen. The hot water system runs from both 12v and 240v, so you can heat water while driving or use a generator when camped for longer periods. It's electric, so it's safe, clean and easy to use. Using the Hot Water System The generator is on a slide for easier access. A shelf above the generator allows for more convenient storage. The space under the slide stores a tarp. External Water Source  To save the water in the 130L on board tank for drinking and kitchen use, an external connection pumps water from a jerry can or bucket directly into the heater. When operating on 240v (generator) the water is heated continuously for luxuriously long showers. When you're out of water, simply take the jerry can to the nearest water source and refill. The on board water can be saved for drinking and cooking while the shower water can be from undrinkable sources such as creeks. This solution is far more practical than having a second tank as even with a 60L tank (only the equivalent of three jerry cans) once it is empty there are no more showers until it is refilled which is not always possible. An added benefit of pumping water directly from an external source is that you can easily monitor water usage. This feature is especially useful with children as it is so easy to go through 20L in one shower without realizing it. Also, when adjusting the flick mixer to get the required water temperature, the unused water can be directed back into the jerry can, again saving water. Using the external water source Shower Room A shower room velcros onto the front side of the camper trailer to be used with a Primus hot water shower or with the inbuilt hot water system and shower. Putting up the side shower room Rear shower room also available   A Solar panel can charge the battery when 240 volt power is unavailable. The panel is carried on top of the fridge box and comes with a long lead and supporting legs for use away from the trailer. A 130 watt solar panel with 5 metre extension cord and security cable is standard with the Ultra. In ideal conditions this panel can charge at up to 10 amps an hour. On a clear winter's day it can charge at about 6.5 amps an hour. Putting out the solar panel, kitchen and fridge