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KendallP
Explorer
Sep 10, 2021

Xantrex Freedom 458 Plugged in 24/7 or Float Charger?

Hey gang, Is there a detriment to this charger or the batteries from leaving it plugged in during storage rather than employing a lightweight, separate float charger? A little float charger can'...
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pianotuna
Nomad III
Sep 10, 2021
KendallP,

Nice to see you again.

My choice would be to charge for 1 hour per day. Simply put a timer before the RV shore power, or before the 120 volt connection for the converter.

I do this for my car when it is in long term storage to keep up with parasitic loads.

The solar panels return and keep the battery bank fully charged in my RV.

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