Electrical power
We just purchased a Chateau 23u class c . Should we keep it plugged in to shore power when we are not using it? What ,if any , damage can occur ?
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Ed_Gee wrote:Gene in NE wrote:
Interesting question. Why would you want it to be plugged in all the time? One possible answer is so the coach battery could be charged. That also is the reason most do not plug it in all the time - it over charges the battery and boils off the acid.
I don't know of any modern motor homes that do not have at least a three stage charger....which will NOT overcharge your battery unless you fail to maintain water levels. I check my battery water levels about once a month and find I need to add water about once every two months.
My 2007 Winnebago came with a single stage MagnaJunk converter. I have since changed it out for a Progressive Dynamics PD4655V.
With the MagnaJunk, I did not keep the MH plugged in 24/7/365, with the PD, I do.
