TIPS AND TRICKS
Battery maintenance tips when your truck is stuck in storage
by RedARC
As much as we ’ d all like to be out exploring the great outdoors and embarking on adventures , that ’ s not always possible . Sometimes there are long periods where our trucks , camper trailers , or RVs have to sit in storage , just waiting for the next adventure .
So , what can you do to ensure that when you ’ re ready to hit the road again you are able to get up and go ? It all begins with proper off-grid battery maintenance .
REDARC offers several products designed to help keep batteries charged when you ' re on the move , like our smart battery isolators and dc to dc dual battery chargers , but there ' s one perfect option that will ensure a correct and safe charge of your recreational vehicle ’ s battery whilst they are in storage so you can get stuck into some camping as soon as you ’ re able .
The all in one car battery management system
The Manager30 is the best battery management system designed to charge and maintain auxiliary batteries by incorporating AC , DC , and solar inputs , ideal for recreational vehicles , caravans , and camper trailers with multiple battery banks .
During this time when our trucks and vans are dormant , it is advisable to use the storage mode feature . This feature is designed to charge the house battery to its optimal level while your overland vehicle is in storage .
When in storage mode the Manager30 does not cycle once charging is complete . It will constantly monitor the battery and provide a maintenance charge for your 12v car battery when the battery drops below a predetermined threshold ensuring the battery always stays charged . This means when you ’ re ready for your next adventure your battery will be in tip-top shape and ready to go !
The added benefit of the Manager30 is that it can also be used when you are at powered sites to fully charge your batteries via 110V . This is perfect for when you haven ’ t seen adequate sun or run the vehicle long enough during your trek to put enough charge back into your batteries during the day .
While you might not be able to get excited about upcoming trips just yet , with a bit of forward planning and some TLC for those dual battery setups and expensive auxiliary batteries , you can rest assured that when you ’ re free to hit the road again , REDARC will be there to help get you there and back safe and sound .
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