on board charging...
muskihntr
Posted 3/21/2006 9:13 AM (#183440)
Subject: on board charging...




Posts: 2037


Location: lansing, il
how many of you guys leave your on board chargers plugged in 24/7??? or how often do you plug it in when your boat is not in use for extended periods of time?
thanks
Shep
Posted 3/21/2006 10:19 AM (#183451 - in reply to #183440)
Subject: RE: on board charging...





Posts: 5874


I had mine plugged in at my old garage 24/7. In my new house with attached garage, I plug it in about once a month for a couple hours. But that's just because it's handy now, and I'm usually putzing around out there. I'd have no problem leaving it plugged in 24/7, especially if you don't have battery disconnects, which most boats don't for all batteries. Just the main, cranking battery. The DFI motors will have a slight draw, I am told.
nwild
Posted 3/21/2006 11:24 AM (#183460 - in reply to #183440)
Subject: RE: on board charging...





Posts: 1996


Location: Pelican Lake/Three Lakes Chain
During the winter I subscribe to the occasional charging theory.

During the season, boat doesn't sit for extended periods, but when it is sitting it is plugged in!
Terry/JNR
Posted 3/21/2006 8:17 PM (#183553 - in reply to #183440)
Subject: RE: on board charging...




Posts: 105


24/7 in season or off season.
captnkeno
Posted 3/25/2006 11:34 PM (#184220 - in reply to #183440)
Subject: RE: on board charging...




Location: Minnesota
John a great question. First off what kind of charger is it? I have always used dual-pro chargers and leave them plugged in 24/7 with never a problem.