http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Podmods, Maintenance, Tips and Tricks : Battery Charging Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 01 May 2026 23:49:21 +0000 Thu, 09 Feb 2017 23:19:47 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=9297 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87769#87769 Author: ScottHouchens
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Posted: 09 Feb 2017 at 11:19pm

I think converter will be best choice.]]> Thu, 09 Feb 2017 23:19:47 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87769#87769 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87709#87709 Author: Mikefitz
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Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 7:41pm

I want to thank everyone for your input. I had it all wrong and I'm really glad I asked. Thanks everyone. ]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2017 19:41:20 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87709#87709 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87708#87708 Author: john in idaho
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Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 6:49pm

Remember to check the water.  I keep a jug of distilled water and a turkey baster in the barn and look in the batteries every 3months - at least that is what I should do.  Mine are hooked up to the onboard charger all the time.]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2017 18:49:02 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87708#87708 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87706#87706 Author: Podster
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Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 5:55pm

If shore power is available I would use the on-board converter / charger. ]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2017 17:55:41 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87706#87706 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87702#87702 Author: mcarter
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Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 5:21pm

Personally, and I know this doesn't fit everyone's capabilities. I had a 30 amp RV circuit added to my out building. I keep the POD on shore power 24/7. I turn off all the unneeded power. I heat it to 55-60 degrees, and have a DC monitor circuit to see what batt voltage is. It hangs around 13.1 volts. It doesn't get cold enough in northern TN to do anymore than use air pressure to clear water lines. The on board system keeps everything maintained and I use the Pod for invited guests and a place to hang out when I'm at the building. In spring I'll sanitize, flush the tanks, do maintenance to wheels and ready to roll.]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2017 17:21:13 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87702#87702 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87697#87697 Author: mcarter
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Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 5:03pm

Just to clarify, I have a Generac IX 2000, believe SH does too. That 12 volt charge circuit is NOT controlled. I actually took it to have it repaired because it read 18 volts prior to hook up to a battery. Probably part of reason for difference in price between Honda and Generac. I agree on board is better.]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2017 17:03:17 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87697#87697 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87687#87687 Author: StephenH
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Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 2:15pm

Thanks for the correction.]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2017 14:15:15 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87687#87687 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87686#87686 Author: CharlieM
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Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 2:12pm

Originally posted by StephenH Use the converter. It will work just fine and will control the rate of charge. Does your generator have a 12V outlet? If so, you could connect directly, but that would not be controlled. It would be good to add power to the battery quickly, but one would need to monitor it more closely to avoid boiling the batteries.

Not necessarily. For example, the popular Honda EU2000i has a 12V output rated at 8A (96W). In contrast the onboard converter can put out more than 30A at 14V (420W) depending on battery state of charge and wire size. Using the onboard converter is always better than the generator's 12V output. StephenH's other points about regulation and overcharging are very valid.
]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2017 14:12:16 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87686#87686 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87684#87684 Author: StephenH
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Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 1:56pm

Use the converter. It will work just fine and will control the rate of charge. Does your generator have a 12V outlet? If so, you could connect directly, but that would not be controlled. It would be good to add power to the battery quickly, but one would need to monitor it more closely to avoid boiling the batteries.
]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2017 13:56:39 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87684#87684 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87683#87683 Author: Mikefitz
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Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 1:53pm

I'm new to the RV world with a new rpod 179. We are currently adding a generator mounted on a Stromberg tray on the front. I swapped out the single battery for two deep cell batteries. I was wondering if it is best to charge the batteries through the converter or should I use an independent charger attached directly to the batteries.   I really appreciate any help. ]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2017 13:53:52 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9297&PID=87683#87683