Battery Care

Hello Campers!

Keeping you Battery maintained is something that can save you headache and time while on the road. To extend the life of your battery there’s a few simple steps that you can follow:

1)	Maintain Water Level. If your battery has removable vent caps, you should regularly check the water level and add water when it is low. If full-timing or if you leave your RV hooked up to electricity the contentious charge cycle of your convertor can accelerate fluid loss in your battery. Check your battery at least every 60 days under these conditions.
2)	Keep Terminals Clean. Visually inspect the terminals and cables at least once a year, especially in hot temperatures, for signs of corrosion. If dirty or corroded, clean the connections with a scraper and wire brush. This will ensure a good connection and proper starting.
3)	Keep Case Clean. Keep the top of the battery clean of heavy dirt and oil with a cloth dampened by ammonia or a 50/50 solution of baking soda and water. Then rinse with clear water and allow to thoroughly dry.
4)	Keep Battery Charged. If your RV is not used weekly, it may be necessary to charge your battery before use. Lack of use is hard on a battery. Any unused battery, regardless of its chemistry, will self-discharge over time and, if allowed to remain discharged, will undergo severe positive grid corrosion and battery failure. The rate of discharge depends on the type of battery and the storage temperature. So, it's important to keep your battery charged.
These steps save you the headache of being somewhere without the use of your batteries and saves you money from having to replace them prematurely. As Always Happy Camping!!!!