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dougrainer
Feb 24, 2013Nomad
Inverter/Chargers are NOT designed or connected to charge the chassis battery. CORRECTLY installed Inverter/Chargers are wired directly to the COACH batteries. That said, some OEM's and you can also install additional smart equipment to charge the chassis. Some use a relay called a BIRD (Bi directional), some like Tiffin and a few others use a trickle charger(maintainer) like for stored Motorcycles/boats/ classic cars, that are wired direct to the chassis battery wiring and charge anytime the unit has 120 power to the RV. NOT ALL motorhomes have this capability, it depends on the year and what the OEM or previous owner installed. Doug
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