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My wife and I have decided an extended warranty is right for us. We have done (and continue to do) research. So please don't turn this into a discussion about whether an extended warranty is worth it or not. Has anyone had a warranty with Wholesale Warranties? If so, how has your experience been, particularly when getting repairs under the warranty. Also, the same question for Good Sam's extended warranty.4.9KViews0likes19CommentsRe: Battery questions
time2roll wrote: 8A27M looks like EP Deka battery and the voltages you have are fine. Charging voltages at bottom of p11. The sheet has GELL and AGM. Mostly just read the AGM sections. Thank you time2roll and all the others who have helped me so far. So, if we are at a good float range, then leaving the 50AMP plugged in should not harm the batteries? As long as I check the voltage periodically?683Views0likes0CommentsRe: Battery questions
time2roll wrote: RRTom wrote: OK, I left the 50 amp plugged in overnight. The reading this morning is 13.4. Is that in the proper range? Yes, the batteries like this float voltage to be on for maintenance while the RV is not in use. This should be described in the battery charging and maintenance specifications. If you post the exact batteries this can be confirmed. Generally the PD9270 is good for all flooded and AGM batteries. time2roll: The batteries are Roadhawk Deep Cycle Predator RV AGM, part #8A27M EDIT: These are rebranded Deka batteries. Specifications are: Deka 8A27 (8A27M) AGM Battery Specifications: Nominal Voltage: 12V Amp Hour Capacity @ 20 hr rate: 92 a/h Reserve Capacity @ 25 amp discharge rate: 185 mins BCI Group Size: 27 Marine Cranking Amps @ 32* F: 900 amps Cold Cranking Amps @ 0* F: 580 amps Weight: 63 lbs Length: 12 3/4 in. Width: 6 3/4 in. Height: 9 7/8 in. Terminal Type: dual terminals (autopost and stud)685Views0likes0CommentsRe: Battery questions
dougrainer wrote: I hope your Genset and Motorhome are less than 30 days old. If NOT, then the odds are YOU will be paying for the Genset problem. From your description of the Genset problem your GASOLINE has gone bad in the Carb and gummed it up. This is NOT a warranty repair. RVer's need to run their Gensets twice a month for at least 30 minutes and also use STABIL type additive in the Gasoline to prevent Genset Carb problems. Doug I was thinking that might be the problem. But, we have had the genset looked at at least once by the dealer because it twice stopped running while driving. The dealer couldn't find the problem. So, hopefully that will be my out.684Views0likes0CommentsRe: Battery questions
Matt_Colie wrote: RR, Something you need to do is locate your converter/charger and the paper work (documentation) that should have come with it. Then come back and tell us about it. Yes, all of the posted numbers say you have a problem, but how much of a problem remains to be seen. I have a very old coach, and I leave it plugged into the 50 as long as it is in range. I have a good system and I have zero problems. Matt My converter is a Intellipower PD9270 with built-in Charge Wizard. Output 13.6 VDC, 70 AMP."The Charge Wizard microprocessor constantly monitors the battery voltage and automatically adjusts the converter output voltage to provide the proper charging voltage for fast recharges and long-term maintenance." But it doesn't mention AGM batteries. I sent an email to the company asking if it could be used with AGM's. Another question: If the battery is "disconnected" at the switch, should the interior ceiling lights still work?682Views0likes0CommentsRe: Battery questions
Matt_Colie wrote: RR, Something you need to do is locate your converter/charger and the paper work (documentation) that should have come with it. Then come back and tell us about it. Yes, all of the posted numbers say you have a problem, but how much of a problem remains to be seen. I have a very old coach, and I leave it plugged into the 50 as long as it is in range. I have a good system and I have zero problems. Matt I will do that and post the info.212Views0likes0CommentsRe: Battery questions
time2roll wrote: At 13.3 volts I would stay plugged in with the battery switch on. Down to 8.85 may have already damaged the batteries some with loss of capacity. Damage to batteries was from old trickle chargers set at 13.8 volts combined with poor maintenance of the water levels. Does not apply in your situation. Thanks141Views0likes0Comments
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