pianotuna wrote:
Hi,
I'd think that with BC power rates it would be better to turn on a heater 24 hours before a trip rather than letting it run.
I'd allow the solar system to charge the battery bank and leave the breaker for the converter turned off.
The heater will be on a timer for a few hours a week as it does get a bit moist in my van. I may just run a separate extension cord from the house into the van. As for keeping the batteries charged I'll turn on the solar/controller every month to check the voltage/charge and charge them via the panels as needed.
I've been told because it doesn't get extremely cold here in BC they are OK staying in the van as long as they stay charged.
