autotrail commache (1 Viewer)

barbican

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I purchased a mercedes 208d 1990 autotrail a year ago and i dont think the battery system is working properly. if i switch over to the 12v system it does not seem to last more than about an hour or two. can anybody help

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barbican:Doh:
 

pappajohn

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hi and welcome.

sounds like a faulty charger or your battery is not taking/holding a charge

my money is on a duff battery.

it should never be discharged below 50% and then recharged straight away or internal damage is very likely..

 

stcyr

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What are you using on 12v, if anything, before your batteries go flat?
 
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barbican

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autotrail battery

What are you using on 12v, if anything, before your batteries go flat?

Hi there

i am only using lights and fridge on the 12v system but only for short periods.:thumb:
 

lunarman

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The fridge should only operate on 12v when the engine is running, this is because it takes a lot of power to operate. If your fridge is cooling on 12v without the engine running this could be the problem.

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