Deep cycle battery tips video

Tips on maintenance and how to extend the life of your RV or boat deep cycle batteries.

By Mark Polk owner of RV Education 101

Routine maintenance and recharging a discharged battery asap will extend the life of the battery.  Recharging a battery at an 80% state of charge will prevent sulfation.  Never  let a battery discharge below 10.5 volts.  Reducing the batteries depth of discharge will increase the life of the battery.  RV’s have parasitic loads that will discharge a battery over time.  If your RV is equipped with a battery disconnect switch, make sure it’s in the off position when your not using the RV or when it’s in storage. 

Hot temperatures and over charging, kills batteries.  During hot weather or during high usage check the batteries frequently.  Checking the electrolyte levels and adding distilled water as required can save your lead batteries.

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