[C320-list] Batteries

[Chris Burti]

The charger is not typically wired through the switch, but rather is
typically wired directly to the batteries in parallel.

Thanks
Chris Burti
Commitment #867
From: Guy Henry
Sent: 9/24/2012 9:16 PM
To: C320-List at catalina320.com
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Batteries
If you don't use the 'both' setting, the batteries are never connected.
On Sep 24, 2012 8:19 PM, "Pat Ireland" <cherie320 at gmail.com> wrote:

> The only way you could replace the batteries separately would be to
> change the wiring to allow only one battery to be connected at a time.
>
> The prevailing wisdom is reflected in the prior comments - replace
> both.    Pat, 801
>
>
>
> On 9/24/12, upwego <upwego at yahoo.com> wrote:
> >
> >
> > Always replace both batteries.  There is a difference between standard
> > flooded wet cell batteries and non-servicing gel and AGM battery
> > technologies.  The most common failure mode of batteries that require
> > servicing is that they are not properly maintained with correct fluid
> level,
> > subsequently shorting battery life.  AGM’s can be used in any orientation
> > and can be recharged at a more rapid rate.  They are more expensive but
> will
> > last much longer with routine use. AGM’s are safer as well.Jack
> > #441
> > From: "BAdams3491 at aol.com" <BAdams3491 at aol.com>
> > To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
> > Sent: Monday, September 24, 2012 4:06 PM
> > Subject: Re: [C320-list] Batteries
> >
> > Normally it's best to replace batteries in pairs.  That way you will  not
> > have an old battery paired with a new battery.  Here's a good link on
> > batteries:
> >
> > _http://www.windsun.com/Batteries/Battery_FAQ.htm_
> > (http://www.windsun.com/Batteries/Battery_FAQ.htm)
> >
> > Bert
> > At Ease
> > #442
> >
> >
> > In a message dated 9/24/2012 1:28:53 P.M. Central Daylight Time,
> > jsea at prodigy.net writes:
> >
> > I need  to replace one of my  4D batteries.  Does anyone know if it would
> > create a problem, charger wise, having one flooded cell battery and the
> > other  battery being a sealed "maintenance free" type of battery?  I plan
> > on
> > replacing the flooded cell with a sealed battery when it needs replacing
> > later.
> > Both batteries would have the same amount of power, so I don't think  it
> > would be a problem.
> > The charger is a Charles model 5000 if I remember  correctly.
> >
> > Thanks
> >
> > Jerry Clayton
> > #988 (2004)
> >
>