New Battery or Battery Charger
I have my Gateway 5th wheel plugged in at my home. My battery seems to be dead. Do I need to get a new one, or does it just need to be re-charged? I'm ultimately trying to get a 50amp AC installed....
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May as well remove the converter for a bench test. Assuming it is a WFCO I would replace it either way. But post the model number for best suggestions.
Do you ever camp off-grid and expect a fast charge from a generator?
YES charge the battery immediately. At less than 11 volts it is over discharged and sulfating. If there is a recondition or equalize mode use that too after charging. Battery plates can warp and cause a short when over discharged so good luck. At 6 volts you may need to jump start the charging to get the battery charger to even start working.
Do you ever camp off-grid and expect a fast charge from a generator?
YES charge the battery immediately. At less than 11 volts it is over discharged and sulfating. If there is a recondition or equalize mode use that too after charging. Battery plates can warp and cause a short when over discharged so good luck. At 6 volts you may need to jump start the charging to get the battery charger to even start working.
