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david washbrook

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Battery problems
« on: April 02, 2013, 06:51:12 pm »
Can anyone please help me my batteries on my pf system keep going dead I have them on trickle charge every night but after 1 job next morning their dead and only work if the van is running

If they need replacing can I replace with normal car batteries instead of leisure batteries

Thanks
Dave

david washbrook

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #1 on: April 02, 2013, 06:52:40 pm »
I also forgot to mention its Purefreedom 9kw hot system

Simon@ Clearview contractors

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #2 on: April 02, 2013, 06:59:02 pm »
Sub zero temps hammer batteries, have you got them on a split relay charge?

If it's just one of those solar panel trickle chargers they aren't suitable in our field.

david washbrook

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #3 on: April 02, 2013, 07:01:10 pm »
Simon they are on a split relay also I charge them using a proper battery charger that is designed to be left on all the time

Thanks

Simon@ Clearview contractors

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #4 on: April 02, 2013, 07:08:10 pm »
Have you checked the in-line fuse?

Sounds kapputt to me, how old is the battery/system?

david washbrook

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #5 on: April 02, 2013, 07:10:04 pm »
It's all 18 months old the charger shows its charging but they don't appear to be holding their charge

Simon@ Clearview contractors

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #6 on: April 02, 2013, 07:12:41 pm »
When batteries fail they go to fully charged almost immediately.

How many amp hours is it?

Mike #1

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #7 on: April 02, 2013, 07:14:49 pm »
18 months old  usually means new battery i got a lesuire battery from halfords check prices  online and then reserve for store pick up as they are usually £20 more expensive in store. Mike

david washbrook

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #8 on: April 02, 2013, 07:19:46 pm »
If they need replacing can I replace with heavy duty car batteries

Mike #1

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #9 on: April 02, 2013, 07:29:01 pm »
short term yes but a lesuire battery is what you need you can get 85ah from www.halfords.com  if you need one quick .

Otherwise get a battery from PF. Mike

david washbrook

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #10 on: April 02, 2013, 07:36:00 pm »
Why does it have to be leisure battery and not a car battery what is the difference

stephen roach

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #11 on: April 02, 2013, 07:43:42 pm »
I had same problem with my batterys and the 5kw heater give me a ring on 07979543900 and I will tell you how to sort it if it is the same problem. Ring any time


niceandclean

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #12 on: April 02, 2013, 08:12:08 pm »
Same problems with my webasto systems. I run 2 batteries crossed over, and all is connected to a trickle charger. Anyway, leisure batteries are normally deep cycle, and i spoke to an auto electrician, well the guy at my local webasto dealer and explained my issues. He says as the batteries are getting a constant charge, you are messing them up. You need to remove the batteries at least once a month, or even better once a week, stick a light on the batteries to run them flat, then mains charge them. I have started to do this, so time will tell. He says the Ambulance/Army service are constantly going through batteries due to this very reason!

stevieg

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #13 on: April 02, 2013, 08:19:50 pm »
I will be bloody glad when someone comes up with the battery alternative as they drive me mad!!!!!!!!!!!

david washbrook

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #14 on: April 02, 2013, 08:42:52 pm »
Steve roach thank for taking the time to talk to me
What Steve did suggest is maybe the charger is charging the vehicals battery first so it's showing a full charge but not on the leisure ones its a possible thought.

Why on earth has no one come up with a solution to this

niceandclean

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #15 on: April 02, 2013, 08:52:09 pm »
Well mine has been tested, and the auto charger is working as it should be.

Steve H

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #16 on: April 02, 2013, 09:17:02 pm »
I'm not an expert but dont think you can use a car battery (unless as an emergency stand in) as a car battery isnt designed to be used constantly without the engine running. I think leisure batteries are similar (or the same) as what they use in caravans, these are designed to be used for various duties other than starting a car.
Cheers

Steve
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rich fraser

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Re: Battery problems
« Reply #17 on: April 02, 2013, 10:17:59 pm »
Have you tried topping up the battery acid before charging?