1
Voltage Gate
PASSDevice output type must match generator output.
120V required -> 120V available
Maybe — the SOLIX C300 needs a soft starter for a French Door Refrigerator
Maybe - startup surge is the blocker. With a soft-starter, estimated startup drops to ~187W (safe target 233W), which this unit can handle.
- • Startup surge shortfall: needs 414W (safe target ~518W), generator provides 300W.
- • Soft-starter path: estimated startup ~187W (safe target ~233W).
Power Margin Analysis
300W / 300W Capacity Running 41W headroom
259W required
Surge 218W short
518W required
Decision Gate Waterfall
Same decision gates as the engine: voltage, running, surge. Runtime is shown as operational context.
2
Running Gate
PASSContinuous draw with safety buffer applied.
259W required -> 300W available (41W headroom)
Required 259W required
Available 300W
3
Surge Gate
FAILStartup peak with safety buffer applied.
518W required -> 300W available (218W short)
Required 518W required
Available 300W
3b
With Soft-Start
PASSAlternative startup path with reduced inrush.
233W required -> 300W available (67W headroom)
Required 233W
Available 300W
4
Runtime Insight
INFORuntime context only. It does not change the electrical compatibility verdict.
Continuous estimate: 1.0h
Typical cycling estimate (40% duty): 2.5h
Device profile reference: up to 24h per day.
Power bars show required versus available output for each gate.
See soft-start optionsDecision Snapshot
Quick compatibility, required headroom, and model-specific context at a glance.
⚡
300W
Running Power
🔋
288Wh
Capacity
⏱️
~1h
Est. Runtime
☀️
100W
Solar Input
Quick Compatibility Check
- 1 Running headroom: target 259W; generator provides 300W.
- 2 Startup surge: soft-starter target ~233W; generator provides 300W.
- 3 Result: viable only with a soft-starter.
What To Do Instead
- 1 Install a soft-starter: Reduces the French Door Refrigerator's startup surge from 414W to ~187W, within the SOLIX C300's 300W surge capacity.
- 2 Or size up: Without a soft-starter, you need at least 518W surge capacity (414W × 25% buffer).
- 3 No-install alternative: The RIVER 3 (600W surge) handles the full 414W startup natively — no soft-starter needed.
Model-Specific Results
0 of 3 models are SAFE or TIGHT. Most demanding model: LG LMXS28596S Door-in-Door (27.8 cu.ft) (414W surge).
| Model | Running | Surge | Verdict | Runtime | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GE Profile PGD29BYTFS (28.7 cu.ft) | 195W | 390W | Soft Start | ~1.0h | Engineering Est. |
Show expert analysisTechnical: **Running load:** 195W (derived from 681 kWh/yr at 40% duty cycle). **Surge:** 390W estimated (2x conservative multiplier — compressor type not explicitly published). **Voltage:** 120V AC. Running watts represent active compressor draw, not the 15A minimum circuit rating on the nameplate. Field note: The GE Profile PGD29BYTFS is a Wi-Fi connected 4-door model. The 195W running draw and 390W surge make it highly compatible with most portable power stations. The real constraint for multi-day outages is battery capacity, not inverter output. Can I keep my GE Profile french door refrigerator running during a power outage? Only if your power source can supply at least 195W continuous and 390W surge at 120V. At ~78W average draw, a 1 kWh battery lasts roughly 13 hours between charges. | |||||
| Samsung RF29DB9900 Bespoke (28.6 cu.ft) | 200W | 400W | Soft Start | ~1.0h | Engineering Est. |
Show expert analysisTechnical: **Running load:** 200W (derived from 700 kWh/yr at 40% duty cycle). **Surge:** 400W estimated (2x conservative multiplier — compressor type not explicitly published in electrical specs). **Voltage:** 120V AC. The 700 kWh/yr EnergyGuide rating confirms this is a mid-range draw for a 28.6 cu.ft unit. Field note: The Samsung Bespoke 4-Door Flex is one of the best-selling premium french door refrigerators in the US. Its 200W running draw is well within the range of virtually all portable power stations. Battery capacity — not output wattage — is the limiting factor for multi-day backup. Can I run the Samsung Bespoke refrigerator on a portable power station during a blackout? Only if your power source can supply at least 200W continuous and 400W surge at 120V. At ~80W average draw, a 1 kWh battery lasts roughly 12.5 hours between charges. | |||||
| LG LMXS28596S Door-in-Door (27.8 cu.ft) | 207W | 414W | Soft Start | ~1.0h | Engineering Est. |
Show expert analysisTechnical: **Running load:** 207W (derived from 724 kWh/yr at 40% duty cycle). **Surge:** 414W estimated (2x conservative multiplier — compressor type not explicitly published in electrical specs). **Voltage:** 120V AC. The highest energy consumption in this comparison at 724 kWh/yr, driven by 27.8 cu.ft capacity and Door-in-Door feature. Field note: The LG Door-in-Door is the highest-draw model in this comparison at 207W running. The InstaView window and Door-in-Door compartment add thermal load from frequent partial opening. Even at worst case, any power station above 500W output can handle this refrigerator — battery capacity is the real constraint. Can I keep my LG Door-in-Door refrigerator running on battery backup? Only if your power source can supply at least 207W continuous and 414W surge at 120V. At ~83W average draw, a 1 kWh battery lasts roughly 12 hours between charges. | |||||
How This Pairing Performs Across Our Database
This unit is borderline without mitigation; 32 of 33 generators meet SAFE/TIGHT margins for this device.
How French Door Refrigerator Performs Across 33 Tested Generators
32 of 33 generators are SAFE+TIGHT for French Door Refrigerator.
32
Safe+Tight
Safe 32 (97%)
Soft Start 1 (3%)
Power Comparison: Anker SOLIX C300 vs Top Alternatives for French Door Refrigerator
Anker SOLIX C300 Soft Start
Current unit
Running 300W
Surge 300W
Fit class uses buffered needs (running and surge) for this device.
Specs & Surge Analysis
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French Door Refrigerator
72-Hour Power Outage
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207W
Running
414W
Surge
120V
Required
True Surge™ Analysis
Safety Buffer: +25% Running Power Usage 86% Utilization
259W required 300W Capacity
41W headroom
Surge/Startup Peak 173% Utilization
518W required 300W Capacity
218W short
Voltage Match 120V ↔ 120V ✓
Startup Surge Visual
Startup Surge
French Door Refrigerator vs SOLIX C300
Startup surge exceeds the power station limit. A soft starter may resolve the surge gap.
With Soft Starter
French Door Refrigerator vs SOLIX C300
Soft start reduces the startup spike and can bring the load under the surge limit.
⚡ Soft-Starter Required
The French Door Refrigerator's startup surge (414W) exceeds this generator's capacity. A soft-starter can reduce inrush current by ~55%, bringing surge down to approximately 187W.
Original Surge:
414W
→
With Soft-Start:
~187W
No-Install Alternatives to SOLIX C300
Prefer not to install a soft starter on French Door Refrigerator? These generators can start this load natively.
Best Value 
RIVER 3
300W • 245Wh
Runtime at your load
~0.8h
Capacity Fit Fixed 245Wh
Lowest capacity that still clears surge + running load.
Max Runtime 
Delta Pro
3600W • 3600Wh
Runtime at your load
~12.2h
Longest Runtime Expandable to 25000Wh
Expandable to 25000Wh.
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Technical Analysis
Spec-Based • No GuaranteesTechnical Breakdown
Running load: 195–207W depending on model (derived from 681–724 kWh/yr EnergyGuide ratings at 40% duty cycle). Surge: 390–414W estimated (2x conservative multiplier). Voltage: 120V AC required. Compressor type not explicitly published in electrical specs for most models — running watts are derived from annual energy consumption, not nameplate amps.
Expected Behavior
Estimated runtime: ~1h. French door refrigerators run 24/7 during an outage with the compressor cycling at approximately 40% duty cycle. Average draw is 78–83W. Daily energy consumption ranges from 1,866–1,986 Wh. A 72-hour outage requires 5,600–5,959 Wh total stored energy.
Field Note
French door refrigerators are among the most generator-friendly large appliances. The compressor running watts (195–207W) are far below the 15A circuit rating on the nameplate. The real constraint for multi-day backup is battery capacity — not inverter output wattage. Most portable power stations above 500W can run a french door fridge; the question is how long.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Anker SOLIX C300 power a French Door Refrigerator?
Conditionally — with a soft-starter. The Anker SOLIX C300's 300W surge cannot handle the French Door Refrigerator's 414W startup. A soft-starter reduces estimated surge to ~187W (safe target 233W with 25% buffer), within the Anker SOLIX C300's capacity. Running power (207W, safe target 259W) is not an issue.
How long will the SOLIX C300 run a French Door Refrigerator?
With a soft-starter installed, estimated runtime is approximately 1.0 hours, based on 207W running draw and 288Wh capacity (70% usable). Without a soft-starter, the French Door Refrigerator's 414W startup surge exceeds the SOLIX C300's 300W surge capacity and the device will not start.
Efficiency Hack: Large appliances like the French Door Refrigerator cycle on and off. To maximize the 1.0 hours of runtime, try to minimize how often you open the device or introduce heat loads.
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Technical Sourcing & Verification
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Engineering Est. Safety Factor Applied
Derived from variant list (max of variants). Worst case = LG LMXS28596S (207W running, 414W surge). Formula: avg_w = kWh_year × 1000 / 8760; running_w = ceil(avg_w / 0.40); surge_w = ceil(running_w × 2.0).
⚡ Generator Specs Source
OEM Verified
Anker SOLIX C300 User Manual (EN-US)
Methodology informed by US Department of Energy (DOE) & EIA references where applicable.
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