%th Wheel Batteries
How can I check to see if my electrical system in my 5th wheel is charging the batteries? My unit is a 2016 and after being in storage all winter and plugged into shore power, when it is not plugge...
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RoyF wrote:
While in storage, the disconnect switch is set to "off". Once a month, I recharge by running Honda generators for about six hours. That's not scientific (I don't know how much time is required for a full recharge), but it seems to work. It has the added benefit of exercising the generators.
Not "everyone" has a "disconnect switch" on their RVs, on most trailers it is not even an option. If owner wants one, they must install it.
To me, disconnect switch just adds an additional point of failure and more resistance..
But, yes, IF it is not possible to have shore power connected 24/7 while in storage it IS highly recommended to disconnect the battery(ies) from the trailer electrical system..
No switch, no problem, just locate the negative terminal of the battery and remove the wire(s) from the negative of the battery.
No need to remove both pos and neg.
Also, MARK THE WIRES CLEARLY WITH GOOD LABELS!!!!
Spring time always brings tons of posts with questions about which wire goes where.. Labeling the wires before disconnecting them from battery will go a long way towards not having to ask that question.
A fully charged battery in fair condition can sit for 3-6 months without needing to be recharged as long as it is disconnected without hurting the battery..
If shore power is available 24/7, then you can leave plugged in 24/7 as long as the converter is a modern multistage version which has a storage mode.. Basically any RV manufactured yr 2000 and newer should be fine.. Older than yr 2000 models you should consult the power center for the model number and research to see what converter you have.
