1999 Coachman Leprechaun Converter ??
Hello All, I have a new to me 1999 30ft Coachman Leprechaun Series M-305 It has a Magnetek Control panel i.e. the fuse box.. and a Magnetek Model 940 Converter Question: The Converter...
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Here is my opinion.
My first choice would be to replace the Magnetek converter with a modern 3/4 stage converter. Lacking that, I would get a battery maintainer such as a Battery Tender or a trickle charger for keeping the battery charged.
In any case, keep a close watch on the battery water level until you find out how long the method you use takes to boil the water away.
If you do use the Magnetek, invest in a multimeter to measure the battery voltage so you know when it is charged. 12.6v after the surface charge has leaked off will indicate the battery is fully charged. Don't trust the idiot lights. 12.1v indicates the battery needs charging.
My first choice would be to replace the Magnetek converter with a modern 3/4 stage converter. Lacking that, I would get a battery maintainer such as a Battery Tender or a trickle charger for keeping the battery charged.
In any case, keep a close watch on the battery water level until you find out how long the method you use takes to boil the water away.
If you do use the Magnetek, invest in a multimeter to measure the battery voltage so you know when it is charged. 12.6v after the surface charge has leaked off will indicate the battery is fully charged. Don't trust the idiot lights. 12.1v indicates the battery needs charging.
