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Andonso
Explorer
May 18, 2018

AC to DC 12 volt Power supply for RV without batteries

I have a RV that's connected to shore power 24/7 and thinking of removing it's two house batteries and installing a regular PSU without charger to supply 12 volts for the RV. I use to have a PD928...
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Ralph_Cramden
Explorer II
May 18, 2018
Do you have slides? You might want to check the amp draw when running the slide motors. Some manufacturers, BAL for one, state not to operate theirs without a connected battery. I know the Lippert POS above floor slide on our Rockwood does not like it when a battery is not connected, the small motors on our Schwintek ward slide seem to be ok without one. Running without battery may be a good way to fry a motor.

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