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AllenT1946
Explorer
Nov 04, 2013

House batteries and alternator

Hi all, I need your help. When it comes to electrical issues, I'm not the brightest bulb in the chandalier.I have a '07 monaco and I was told that the house batteries should be charging from the alternator while I'm driving. Mine does not. Is the alternator supposed to charge the house batts or not? If it is, then what could my problem be? If their not, then how can I make them charge that way?
Allen

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  • pianotuna's avatar
    pianotuna
    Nomad III
    Nov 04, 2013
    Hi,

    The problem may be as simple as a blown fuse, or it may be a solenoid with burned contacts, or a break in the charging wire
  • Oasisbob's avatar
    Oasisbob
    Explorer
    Nov 04, 2013
    Your house batteries should charge as you drive. Start your engine and put a volt meter on the battery leads. Your voltage should drop when the motor is turned off. If not there is a problem. Best of luck

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