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Old 07-13-2010, 11:15 AM   #19
coyote454
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RE: new MEMBER

superdiver,

I'm certainly no expert in battery power, although there are some on this forum who really know their stuff when it comes to specifics. *But from my experience with battery power and boating, I'll say this.


The biggest draw I've found by far is from the refrigeration unit on my boat. I don't have A/C, and just the normal radio, GPS units, lighting and so forth. *My refrigerator is an older unit, and therefore not as efficient as today's models, but when I do an overnighter away from power I turn down the frig a LOT.


Definitely don't have the battery switch turned to "Both" when you're away from shore power. *Draining both banks and having no way to start the engines t'aint a good thing.


You can also post your questions under the specific headings, such as "Power Systems". Lots of knowledgeable people here.


Welcome aboard!




Mike
Brookings, Oregon
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