โNov-07-2019 03:59 AM
โNov-09-2019 06:03 AM
TurnThePage wrote:
My WFCO wasn't awesome by any means, but aside from no real boost mode, it charged and maintained the batteries OK.
I used to mess with removing the batteries, but that is a pain, literally. Mine sit on the tongue of the trailer that's plugged into shore power. I haven't noticed that huge electric bill noted above.
Least amount of effort, most bang for the buck.
โNov-08-2019 07:38 AM
โNov-08-2019 06:33 AM
ADK Camper wrote:
Related to my TT batteryโs winterization, am I good just plugging in the TT? Will this keep the battery warm/charged?
Most campers have WFCO converters that are supposed to automatically switch to "float mode" to keep a battery topped off. Unfortunately most WFCO converters operate only in adsorption mode and NEVER switch to float mode. If your converter operates this way it could overcharge your battery if left connected for a long period. This may cause the water level to drop and damage the battery. I believe you would be better off using a dedicated float charger.
โNov-08-2019 05:25 AM
Lynnmor wrote:
Instead of powering up the converter and any parasitic loads, I disconnect the battery and use a Battery Tender for a few days a month. It could be left on indefinitely, but I have other uses for it. With the trailer plugged in it is exposed to any electrical glitches in the power system. Cold will not harm a fully charged battery, in fact cooler temperatures are better for it.
โNov-08-2019 05:24 AM
GrandpaKip wrote:
Our camper is plugged in continually when at home. Never had any problems with batteries.
โNov-07-2019 06:34 PM
โNov-07-2019 02:33 PM
profdant139 wrote:
So I am going to display my ignorance, once again -- I had thought that if a battery is left disconnected, it will discharge about one percent per day. And after a couple of months, that discharge could shorten the battery's useful life.
โNov-07-2019 12:42 PM
โNov-07-2019 12:01 PM
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โNov-07-2019 11:56 AM
โNov-07-2019 11:24 AM
Lynnmor wrote:
Instead of powering up the converter and any parasitic loads, I disconnect the battery and use a Battery Tender for a few days a month. It could be left on indefinitely, bit I have other uses for it. With the trailer plugged in it is exposed to any electrical glitches in the power system. Cold will not harm a fully charged battery, in fact cooler temperatures are better for it.
โNov-07-2019 11:18 AM
โNov-07-2019 09:40 AM