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Racebug
07-06-2017, 05:25 AM
How long should I expect my batteries to last with nothing on in the camper? I recently put 2 6 volt batteries in my 2017 Fuzion 417. We have camped a few times since and I know they were fully charged when I put it in the barn 2 weekends ago. I did not turn the disconnect off this time as I didn't think it would draw that much with only the radio clock on. was down to 11 volts yesterday. Any ideas on what else pulls power while turned off?

chuckster57
07-06-2017, 07:12 AM
LP detector draws. Radio station memory draws.

Desert185
07-06-2017, 08:02 AM
The best way to store the trailer without a tender on the batteries or the onboard converter doing the charge is to disconnect the batteries. The OEM battery disconnect switch itself isn't enough.

For a lengthy period of time without a tender, either remove the batteries and put them on a tender at home or install a solar charger if the trailer is stored outside.

Racebug
07-06-2017, 08:56 AM
I knew it was going to draw some, I just didn't think that much. Honestly, I hate resetting the clock on the radio. Why cant they just put hour and minute buttons on it?:banghead: