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Unfortunately, unless you pull all the 12v fuses you can’t “force” the converter to channel all it’s energy to battery charging. Even when running on gas, there is still 12v draw on the system.

Most factory supplier converters are limited in function. They bulk charge up to a certain point (usually 70-80% of battery capacity), then they move to a slower (float) charge rate for the remaining 20-30%. If you are drawing from the batteries during this float, the charge rate tends to be VERY slow, and in some cases the float mode can’t keep up with the demand so the converter kicks back into bulk charge mode. This is why it can take up to 80 hours to fully charge your batteries from the converter.

The power center labels on most units read “POWER CONVERTER with battery charger” not the other way around. Meaning the primary purpose is to be a converter with the secondary purpose being a charger.

Anyway, back to my original point; if you are boondocking and absolutely need to run a generator to recharge your batteries, consider using a battery charger because it will charge your batteries quicker and you have to run your generator less which means your forrest neighbors will appreciate you