Greetings from
Captain Joseph L. Naselli USCG
jnaselli@netzero.com
To Plusit
Subject: Batteries
In inquiry to the disconnect switch, when in the "store" mode, all connections to the coach battery are severed. There is no way that any charge can go into the battery or in like manner be taken out of same due to the fact that there is a solenoid switch that does this. You will notice that there is no power to any of the coach equipment.
When in "use" mode all power is restored and charging, is taken over three ways. If you are driving by use of the alternator, or by using a power cord the inverter is activated or use of the gen-set. I have the original schematics of the B + if you want me to make a copy to mail to you.
As to the installation of the extra battery, it is rather simple, just opposite the battery that is supplied by the factory, have a platform fabricated of aluminum, the size has to be 13L x 7 wide x 8 and one half inches high in a L shape. Make a small lip on the front and cut slots for a tie down strap on that lip. This is the same size as the present box that the factory supplies with the unit. Mount this box on the underside outside wall of the motorhome using (lag bolts), off set it from the present box. Make your wires long enough so that you can check the water in the batteries, although I now use a mirror and can see the cells and add water with a large size eye dropper. The battery weighs 41 pounds, so use a lag strap from the propane tank to the top of the box for added support. Add the cloth tie down straps ($5.00) to keep the battery in the box. That's it, cost $39.00 ea. for the batteries and 10.00 for the welded box. I bought two Interstate batteries HD-24DP, CCA 405 - MCA 505 amp hours. This I connected to a solar panel system which is to lenghty to discuss at this time. If you need additional help call me in my quarters aboard ship 561 743-4508 from 0800 hrs to 2100 hrs. This will be handled as a regular long distance call using the high-sea marine operator, there is no additional charges. Thank you
Captain Joseph L. Naselli USCG
US Coast Guard 500 Ton Licensed Ocean Going Operator
captnaselli@pocketmail.com[/email]
2002 Trail-Lite Class B Model 211
8.1 Chevy Vortex 340 hp