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Old 05-27-2022, 12:41 AM   #9
RY469
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Not to be one of those guys trying to "one-up" anybody, but thought I'd post a few follow up comments to this thread. Using an "equalizing charge" is OK (and needed) for wet cells. A lead acid wet cell will stratify, meaning the chemistry inside the battery separates out and needs mixed back up. This is ONLY true for wet cells, the kind you have to check water levels in. AGM and sealed lead acid are different. An equalizing charge will cause out-gassing that pops the relief valve for venting, and actually shortens the life of the battery. If you use a charger with this feature and you have lead acid batteries other than a wet cell, set the charger to your correct battery type, it will disable the equalizing charge feature and save your batteries. Most (modern) converters in the RV's sold today have three stage chargers that meet requirements for sealed lead acid (which most new RV's come with) and AGM (normal upgrade many RV'ers opt for). The float level they revert to is safe to maintain your battery.

Off-line with me Commander, don't mean to counter your post. Just add to it.

Respectfully,

Master Chief
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