battery charging July 21, 2012, 09:25:02 pm Yahoo Message Number: 9510Got a easy question......is most of our units does the alternator charge the house batteries as we drive Can't seem to track mine down to be ale to tell if it does or not. Checked with engine running and no extra charge on batteries so was wondering where to look next to see if a fuse or something isn't working right or is it that I don't have that option.......mechanically hopeless !!Gary Quote Selected
Re: battery charging Reply #1 – July 22, 2012, 04:58:19 am Yahoo Message Number: 9511I have a solenoid that looks like this that switches power when engine is running.http://www.amazon.com/Tekonsha-7001-Terminal-Battery-Isolator/dp/B002OQXIS4/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1342947134&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=camco+battery+solenoidIf you have a relay operated solenoid it may look like this.http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001HC6UJ0/ref=s9_simh_gw_p263_d0_g422_i4?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=03BAC61PXRJ2WNTQ642K&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846My solenoid is mounted in same bay as HD circuit breakers for slides and jacks. Hydraulic pump is also mounted in that bay.BestRon Hall Quote Selected
Re: battery charging Reply #2 – July 22, 2012, 11:17:24 am Yahoo Message Number: 9512Simple answer is yes. Quote Selected
Re: battery charging Reply #3 – July 22, 2012, 12:15:47 pm Yahoo Message Number: 9513Jayco Case:From the Jayco Manual"The coach batteries will also receive a charge from the alternator when the engine isrunning."---ISOLATORSWhen RV "coach" or "house" batteries are installed in parallel circuitry with OEM chassisbatteries the charge level in all connected batteries will naturally equalize. A "isolator"solenoid is incorporated to break the connection between the coach batteries and the OEMchassis batteries when the ignition key is in the "OFF" position. Breaking this connectionprevents discharge of the OEM chassis batteries (used to start the engine) when using the12-volt devices in the house section of your motorhome. When the engine is running the"isolator" solenoid engages allowing the coach batteries to be charged by the vehiclealternator.The "isolator" solenoid is located in the coach battery box at the right rear corner of yourmotorhome.Kevin KF5FUZKevin (Real) McCoy [KF5FUZ / WQJE447]("Roscoe Ventura" Jayco Seneca HD SS 34 Diesel 2006; "Toad" Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 2007) Quote Selected
Re: battery charging Reply #4 – July 22, 2012, 04:22:03 pm Yahoo Message Number: 9514I've always thought the manufacturers have been deficient by not building in a chassis battery charging system so that when we are connected to shore power the chassis battery(s) would automatically charge and when fully charged switch to trickle charge mode.Don Quote Selected
Re: battery charging Reply #5 – July 22, 2012, 05:15:40 pm Yahoo Message Number: 9515Jayco does, at least on our 35GS. I was surprised when I read how the system worked. From: KodiakChassisClassC@yahoogroups.com [mailto:KodiakChassisClassC@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Don LeslieSent: Sunday, July 22, 2012 4:21 PMTo: KodiakChassisClassC@yahoogroups.comSubject: Re: [KodiakChassisClassC] battery chargingI've always thought the manufacturers have been deficient by not building in a chassis battery charging system so that when we are connected to shore power the chassis battery(s) would automatically charge and when fully charged switch to trickle charge mode.DonOn 2012-07-22, at 12:15 PM, Kevin (Real) McCoy wrote:Jayco Case:From the Jayco Manual"The coach batteries will also receive a charge from the alternator when the engine isrunning."---ISOLATORSWhen RV "coach" or "house" batteries are installed in parallel circuitry with OEM chassisbatteries the charge level in all connected batteries will naturally equalize. A "isolator"solenoid is incorporated to break the connection between the coach batteries and the OEMchassis batteries when the ignition key is in the "OFF" position. Breaking this connectionprevents discharge of the OEM chassis batteries (used to start the engine) when using the12-volt devices in the house section of your motorhome. When the engine is running the"isolator" solenoid engages allowing the coach batteries to be charged by the vehiclealternator.The "isolator" solenoid is located in the coach battery box at the right rear corner of yourmotorhome.Kevin KF5FUZKevin (Real) McCoy [KF5FUZ / WQJE447]("Roscoe Ventura" Jayco Seneca HD SS 34 Diesel 2006; "Toad" Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 2007) Quote Selected
Re: battery charging Reply #6 – July 22, 2012, 05:29:37 pm Yahoo Message Number: 9516I though mine charged the chassis battery too? But even if the chassis battery dies an ugly death there is a switch that connects the chassis batteries to the house batteries so you can get the coach started.Be well, ~Victor - KI6IMKodiak Diesel Dutchmen 34H BunkhouseFrom: David Sparke To: KodiakChassisClassC@yahoogroups.comSent: Sunday, July 22, 2012 2:15 PMSubject: RE: [KodiakChassisClassC] battery chargingJayco does, at least on our 35GS. I was surprised when I read how the system worked. From: KodiakChassisClassC@yahoogroups.com [mailto:KodiakChassisClassC@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Don LeslieSent: Sunday, July 22, 2012 4:21 PMTo: KodiakChassisClassC@yahoogroups.comSubject: Re: [KodiakChassisClassC] battery chargingI've always thought the manufacturers have been deficient by not building in a chassis battery charging system so that when we are connected to shore power the chassis battery(s) would automatically charge and when fully charged switch to trickle charge mode.DonOn 2012-07-22, at 12:15 PM, Kevin (Real) McCoy wrote:Jayco Case:From the Jayco Manual"The coach batteries will also receive a charge from the alternator when the engine isrunning."---ISOLATORSWhen RV "coach" or "house" batteries are installed in parallel circuitry with OEM chassisbatteries the charge level in all connected batteries will naturally equalize. A "isolator"solenoid is incorporated to break the connection between the coach batteries and the OEMchassis batteries when the ignition key is in the "OFF" position. Breaking this connectionprevents discharge of the OEM chassis batteries (used to start the engine) when using the12-volt devices in the house section of your motorhome. When the engine is running the"isolator" solenoid engages allowing the coach batteries to be charged by the vehiclealternator.The "isolator" solenoid is located in the coach battery box at the right rear corner of yourmotorhome.Kevin KF5FUZKevin (Real) McCoy [KF5FUZ / WQJE447]("Roscoe Ventura" Jayco Seneca HD SS 34 Diesel 2006; "Toad" Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 2007) Quote Selected
Re: battery charging Reply #7 – July 22, 2012, 06:02:54 pm Yahoo Message Number: 9517How does the system work Dave? I can recall at least on manufacturer that included a trickle charge system but it really was an add-on rather than an integral part of the electrical system with the converter supplying 12v power to the house and coach batteries.Don Quote Selected
Re: battery charging Reply #8 – July 22, 2012, 06:21:21 pm Yahoo Message Number: 9518There is a "gizmo" (for a lack of better terms) right next to my coach batteries that monitors the chassis batteries. When they need a charge it allows it to happen. I was surprised when I found out that it was a part of the system. I would get you the details but the MH is at the dealer right now since my radiator started to leak. Glad I have the extended warranty. When I get it back I will look up what it is officially called.From: KodiakChassisClassC@yahoogroups.com [mailto:KodiakChassisClassC@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Don LeslieSent: Sunday, July 22, 2012 6:03 PMTo: KodiakChassisClassC@yahoogroups.comSubject: Re: [KodiakChassisClassC] battery chargingHow does the system work Dave? I can recall at least on manufacturer that included a trickle charge system but it really was an add-on rather than an integral part of the electrical system with the converter supplying 12v power to the house and coach batteries.DonOn 2012-07-22, at 5:15 PM, David Sparke wrote:Jayco does, at least on our 35GS. I was surprised when I read how the system worked. From:KodiakChassisClassC@yahoogroups.com [mailto:KodiakChassisClassC@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Don LeslieSent: Sunday, July 22, 2012 4:21 PMTo:KodiakChassisClassC@yahoogroups.comSubject: Re: [KodiakChassisClassC] battery chargingI've always thought the manufacturers have been deficient by not building in a chassis battery charging system so that when we are connected to shore power the chassis battery(s) would automatically charge and when fully charged switch to trickle charge mode.DonOn 2012-07-22, at 12:15 PM, Kevin (Real) McCoy wrote:Jayco Case:From the Jayco Manual"The coach batteries will also receive a charge from the alternator when the engine isrunning."---ISOLATORSWhen RV "coach" or "house" batteries are installed in parallel circuitry with OEM chassisbatteries the charge level in all connected batteries will naturally equalize. A "isolator"solenoid is incorporated to break the connection between the coach batteries and the OEMchassis batteries when the ignition key is in the "OFF" position. Breaking this connectionprevents discharge of the OEM chassis batteries (used to start the engine) when using the12-volt devices in the house section of your motorhome. When the engine is running the"isolator" solenoid engages allowing the coach batteries to be charged by the vehiclealternator.The "isolator" solenoid is located in the coach battery box at the right rear corner of yourmotorhome.Kevin KF5FUZKevin (Real) McCoy [KF5FUZ / WQJE447]("Roscoe Ventura" Jayco Seneca HD SS 34 Diesel 2006; "Toad" Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 2007) Quote Selected
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