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Phil from Maine 
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Joined: 12 Jul 2020 Location: 04074 Online Status: Offline Posts: 19 |
 Topic: Charging battery while at home?Posted: 27 Jul 2020 at 1:33pm |
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On my 2011 R-Pod 172 there is substantial parasitic battery Drain. I installed a battery cutoff switch on the battery case to prevent drain. When possible I keep the pod plugged into shore power, but when not plugged in, I use the battery cutoff switch.
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fwunder
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Joined: 04 Oct 2013 Location: New Jersey Online Status: Offline Posts: 1676 |
Posted: 26 Jul 2020 at 6:46pm |
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Except for the last few weeks while I've been trying out some solar alternatives, my Pod has been plugged in 24/7 since 2014. My WFCO bit the dust two years ago and I replaced it with: I run dual Duracell: I replaced batteries last year. They were on sale for like $100.00/battery. I figured 5 years for $200.00 was a good deal. So I would say...keep it plugged in and let the charger do what it does. |
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2014 RPod 178 => MyMods and Buying Habits
2008 4Runner Limited 4.0-liter V6 Yes, those are wild ponies dining on grass while dumping tanks! |
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mcarter
podders Helping podders - pHp
Joined: 07 Apr 2016 Location: Greenbrier, TN Online Status: Offline Posts: 3419 |
Posted: 26 Jul 2020 at 3:36pm |
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For a couple years I ran my Pod off a 120 outlet, then had a 30A RV box set up where I park Pod. I plug in like on a campground, Pod has become a man cave and guest house. Visitors love it. I set rules:)
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Mike Carter
2015 178 " I had the right to remain silent, I just didn't have the ability." |
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offgrid
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Joined: 23 Jul 2018 Online Status: Offline Posts: 5290 |
Posted: 26 Jul 2020 at 2:26pm |
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+1. If you're plugged in at home just leave it like that and check the battery water level periodically. No need to disconnect until you want to go somewhere. That also gives you the option to keep a dehumidifier going inside if you live in a humid place and/or a small electric heater to keep things from getting really cold.
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1994 Chinook Concourse
1995 RV6A Experimental Aircraft 2015 Rpod 179 - sold |
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StephenH
podders Helping podders - pHp
Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6417 |
Posted: 26 Jul 2020 at 2:16pm |
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Plugged into the house is great for keeping the battery charged. Periodically check the electrolyte level if you have a flooded cell battery (not needed if sealed). If you want to disconnect it, there are two ways: 1. Remove the negative battery cable when not plugged in or in use. 2. Install a battery cut-off switch that you can turn off when not plugged in or in use. Either one will help keep the battery from being discharged by the constant draw from things like the LP/CO detector.
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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
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Poddy
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Joined: 22 Jul 2020 Online Status: Offline Posts: 47 |
Posted: 26 Jul 2020 at 2:08pm |
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Hi folks, I'm new to RV'ing and I'm wondering what others do with their battery while at home. Right now i'm plugged into the house and my next trip is not until next weekend. Is it necessary to have the Pod plugged in all the time or just a few days before an upcoming trip? Or maybe just a few hours every day?
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