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- tenbearExplorerI keep my Class C plugged in 24/7/365. During the winter I turn the converter off and use a Battery Tender to maintain the battery. I have a 3 stage converter but I prefer the battery Tender. I have found that my electric bill is less with the Battery Tender.
- RambleOnNWExplorer IIWe have 2 AGM batteries that self-discharge very slowly, perhaps 1% per month. As a result just disconnect them with the battery disconnect switch and leave the rv unplugged between uses.
- Plug it in. Still need to watch battery voltage drops to what you expect within a week and that water level does not drop too low. Should not be a big issue in Winter.
- DrewEExplorer IIWhat type of converter do they have? How long are these periods of non-use? How conscientious are your friends about checking the battery electrolyte levels and topping up if needed? Is this during the summer or winter?
In general, keeping it plugged in would probably be better, but there are very many variables. Other good options include setting up a timer to power the converter for a short spell each day (say maybe an hour) or connecting a decent little maintenance charger and not using the converter while stored. - PhotomikeExplorer IIIWith my truck camper I kept it plugged in 24/7/365 when not on the road. With the Class C I have a "small" solar panel that keeps the phantom draws in check but just so I leave unplugged most of the time and maybe once every month or two will plug in for a day or two just to help the solar keep up.
- azdryheatExplorerWhat does the owner's manual have to say? I have a 5th wheel that I keep plugged in for weeks on end.
- 2oldmanExplorer IISeems to be the hot topic of the week.
Stay plugged in in storage?2007
disconnect? Oct 2013
Stay plugged in Mar 2014
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