Saving my battery

GoddessMona · 08-25-2024, 03:12 PM

I have a 2720 SD trail Manor I believe it's a 2006. I spend a lot of time boondocking cuz i work with fire crews, I'm wondering is it possible to completely turn off all electricity to save my battery without disconnecting my battery?

I have tried turning off all of the breakers inside at the hallway breaker box but my light still work and my radio still turns on. And I would like to be able to use my power only when it's needed so that it's not draining my battery when not in use.

**Bill** · 08-25-2024, 07:23 PM

You are looking to turn off all the DC (battery) power? The breakers control the AC power, and so are unrelated. If you truly want to turn off all the DC power, the easiest way is to pull the main DC fuse. It is located in the wire that is connected to the battery's positive (+) post, usually within 6 to 12 inches of the post. You can simply pull the fuse out of its socket - it is only 12 volts, not enough to shock you. When you pull the fuse out, be sure to put it someplace where you can get at it easily, when you want to turn the power back on.

Bill

GoddessMona · 08-25-2024, 07:39 PM

Sick!!! Thank you friend. I ordered a battery switch but I am digging your advice. I hadn't thought of that.obvs. thank you so much

**Bill** · 08-26-2024, 05:44 AM

Mona -

I assumed from your question that you are camped in a place where you do not have AC (plug in) power available. So if you don't have AC power, and you disconnect your battery (DC power), you will have no power of any kind in your camper. Kinda rough - but maybe it is necessary if you are working in a fire area.

But if you do have AC power available, then by all means plug everything back in - AC and DC. The trailer has a built-in battery charger that will keep your battery topped right up, so it will be ready whenever you need it.

Bill

**ShrimpBurrito** · 08-26-2024, 08:57 AM

And if you do pull that fuse or install a battery cut-off switch, be sure to re-connect the battery before towing so that the break-away brake has power. It will also allow your tow vehicle to charge the TM battery, at least if you don't have the fridge on.

Dave

Wavery · 08-26-2024, 10:07 AM

Be careful handling that fuse on an 18-year-old trailer. Those fuse holders rust quite easily and chances are, once you pull that fuse, it may not work again and/or the fuse may just fall apart.

I would recommend replacing the fuse holder with this one. You just cut out the old fuse holder and splice in this new one. The new one uses an ATC fuse that is much easier to use and more reliable. Pulling the ATC fuse out of the fuse holder is a great way to disconnect your battery from the camper. No need for a battery cut-off switch.

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