Long-Term Storage; Additional Battery Maintenance Suggestions - Leisure Unity 2020 Owner's Manual

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LONG-TERM STORAGE

Turn off the coach battery disconnect during extended
periods of storage. Hook up a battery charger at least
once a month, or connect the 120 volt AC shore line to
a suitable power source.
NOTE: If the unit is equipped with a factory solar option,
the battery disconnect does not need to be on for the
solar option to charge the coach batteries.
NOTE: If storing your motorhome for an extended period
of time and batteries cannot be routinely charged, it's
advised to remove the batteries and store them in a cool,
dry location. If batteries are not recharged routinely while
in storage, ensure batteries are fully recharged prior to
reinserting batteries into your motorhome.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY
MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS
1. Ensure batteries are securely fastened in the proper
position.
2. Make sure battery clamps are tight and free from
corrosion.
3. Keep the batteries and terminals clean. Dirt
accumulation can prevent sufficient current from
flowing through the cables, and can permit current
to flow between the terminals causing the batteries
to discharge.
4. Clean the battery with a solution of baking soda and
water to neutralize any acid present then flush with
clean water. Foaming around terminals or on top of
the battery is normal during the cleaning process.
ᘐ NOTICE
Do NOT allow any baking soda solution to get into
the battery. This can neutralize the battery acid.
5. Dry the cables and terminals before reinstalling
them. Do NOT apply grease to the metal surfaces
inside the cable terminals to prevent corrosion.
Grease is an insulator and will prevent the flow of
electricity. Use a plastic ignition spray to protect
the terminals after you have cleaned and reinstalled
them.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OPERATION
NOTE: When removing, replacing, boosting or charging
the batteries, ensure the red positive (+) cable terminals
are connected to the positive (+) posts and the black
negative (-) cable terminals are connected to the
negative (-) posts.
6. If installing batteries or booster/charger cables,
attach the red positive (+) cable terminals first then
attach the black negative (-) cable terminals.
7. If removing batteries or booster/charger cables,
remove the black negative (-) cable terminals first
then remove the red positive (+) cable terminals.
8. Do NOT attempt to recharge frozen batteries.
9. If using a battery quick-charge unit, disconnect the
cables from the batteries.
NOTE: A battery quick-charge unit would be equivalent
to a boost using booster cables from another vehicle
but is not a battery tender or intelligent battery charging
system.
ᘐ NOTICE
Do NOT attempt to start the engine using a
battery quick-charge unit.
10. If you do not have maintenance-free batteries, check
the battery fluid level and fill with distilled water if
necessary. Follow manufacturers guideline for fill
height. Do not overfill.
11. Have the specific gravity of the battery fluid checked
during regular motorhome service and maintenance.
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