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fitznj
Jul 14, 2015Explorer
I had the same on my camper - battery would die within 24 hours even with "everything" off (ie lights, radio). I have a battery disconnect, so got in the habit of turning it off at night but I was curious what was draining the battery. Using an ammeter did not give me any clues - although using a volt meter across the battery did show a drain.
Last summer, I got I switched off the fridge and CO2 detector - sure enough these items were drawing down the battery.
I now switch off the fridge AT THE FUSE BOX at night and my battery lasts the night. I have since added a second battery and a 165W solar panel which keeps the batteries topped up (no more generator)
Gerry
Last summer, I got I switched off the fridge and CO2 detector - sure enough these items were drawing down the battery.
I now switch off the fridge AT THE FUSE BOX at night and my battery lasts the night. I have since added a second battery and a 165W solar panel which keeps the batteries topped up (no more generator)
Gerry
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