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Prodigy Parasite?

Red-Rover
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A couple of months ago I purchased another vehicle in order to save miles on my towing truck. The truck now sits for long periods without running (charging battery) and I am wondering about parasitic power loss. Does the Prodigy brake controller draw power when not in use?
I know a battery maintainer would keep the battery up but I can just visualize myself backing out of the storage shed with that thing still plugged in.
2014 Cougar 313RLI
2017 F250, 6.2L Gas, Crew Cab, Short Bed
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DownTheAvenue
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Your vehicle most certainly has parasitic draws other than the brake controller. The radio, remote door locks, and many on board computers are just a few examples. The best strategy for the health of the battery and the vehicle mechanicals is to drive the vehicle every few weeks..