Hello
I have an ArkPak in the rear of my NW. I have been successfully using it for some time.
I have the both the 230v and 12v power supplies for it.
Recently, cables have been run from the engine bay to the rear and an Anderson Plug fitted (by an auto sparky). I will most likely fit an isolator (I certainly will if my theory, below, is correct)
I am aware of smart chargers and smart alternators etc. However, I regard auto electrics as a “black art”.
My question is –
For trips of a week or so can I simply run the power lead (and Anderson Plug) into the Anderson Plug on the ArkPak?
The car will be used every day of the trip. The fridge is not for camping use.
I would not turn the ArkPak’s charger on. I would leave our small fridge permanently plugged in to the ArkPak during the day.
This would give me a “simple” dual battery set up for short term use.
I realise I could leave the ArkPak’s charger on but I don’t want to as the manufacturer advises against charging (via the smart charger) and discharging at the same time.
Is there a qualified sparky out there that may be able to help please?
Thanks in advance.
I have an ArkPak in the rear of my NW. I have been successfully using it for some time.
I have the both the 230v and 12v power supplies for it.
Recently, cables have been run from the engine bay to the rear and an Anderson Plug fitted (by an auto sparky). I will most likely fit an isolator (I certainly will if my theory, below, is correct)
I am aware of smart chargers and smart alternators etc. However, I regard auto electrics as a “black art”.
My question is –
For trips of a week or so can I simply run the power lead (and Anderson Plug) into the Anderson Plug on the ArkPak?
The car will be used every day of the trip. The fridge is not for camping use.
I would not turn the ArkPak’s charger on. I would leave our small fridge permanently plugged in to the ArkPak during the day.
This would give me a “simple” dual battery set up for short term use.
I realise I could leave the ArkPak’s charger on but I don’t want to as the manufacturer advises against charging (via the smart charger) and discharging at the same time.
Is there a qualified sparky out there that may be able to help please?
Thanks in advance.
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