Test for charging house batt
Can I use a multi meter to see if camper batt is being charged when I’m Plugged in at Camp ground. If so how do I set meter thanks
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IMO every RV'r should have a cheap, clamp-on ammeter that can read DC current. Most clamp-on ammeters include all the standard functions found on a simple voltmeter, so no real need for a separate, dedicated voltmeter (2 for 1).
A clamp-on ammeter is easier to use than a voltmeter when making current readings. Simply clamp the ammeter jaws around either battery cable to make a reading. It will tell you exactly how much charge current your battery is or is not receiving. It will also tell you much current is being drawn from the battery when it is not being charged. Important readings that a voltmeter cannot provide.
A clamp-on ammeter is easier to use than a voltmeter when making current readings. Simply clamp the ammeter jaws around either battery cable to make a reading. It will tell you exactly how much charge current your battery is or is not receiving. It will also tell you much current is being drawn from the battery when it is not being charged. Important readings that a voltmeter cannot provide.
