The first problem I found was a bent pin on a connector
to a ribbon cable. Actually it was an easy fix. Another
time it was a fuse located on a PCB--same amount of
work, pulling the charger off the bulkhead--not easy as it
is a 140 Amp charger and quite heavy, taking it apart
and swapping out the fuse.

I suspect the latest problem is a wire with two R-11
connector that link the charger to the controller. At
least I hope so as I'm not totally sure the charger will
shut off on it's own without the controller--need to call
the manufacturer and ask about that. Hopefully, I won't
need a new monitor.

I have not had an PCB problems with this unit. It is
probably coated. Have you seen the spray coating
you can put on PCB's. It works rather well. I tried in
on a DC distribution bus which has a rather complicated
diode array and low voltage sensor, and it has been
working great for several years now.

OzOne wrote:
On 21 Oct 2006 14:56:23 -0700, "Bart"
scribbled thusly:

A good charge controller is an important part of
keeling your batteries alive. I have not had much
luck in that area. My charger died, then I fixed it,
then it died, then it came back to life, then the controller
died. It has been frustrating to me. I'm thinking about
getting a second charger, just to keep the batteries
topped off if the first one dies again.


Do you know what's killing the chargers?
Pull one apart and chech the circuit board..my bet is salt corrosion.

Worth pulling any new one apart and spraying the CB with a protectant
sealer available from any good electronics part supplier...you may
need a cleaner first.

I've done Pcs and Laptops and plenty of equipment not strictly
designed for a marine environment this way and the last without
problem.
Heck, even some 'marine' radios do NOT have sealer on components but
rely solely on waterproof casings....that unfortunately breathe.


Oz1...of the 3 twins.

I welcome you to crackerbox palace,We've been expecting you.

Jeff wrote:
of times. They have survived the winter well with the solar panels
receiving a modest amount of light through the shrink wrap.

I think those solar panel are they key to your success Jeff. At
least you have a constant trickle charge so the batteries never
get depleted and in fact, left alone will recharge. Solar is the best.
That is one reason I'd like a big cat. More space for solar panels.

One big cat I looked at had 10 solar panels. I figure 4 more would
fit--that would have been fabulous. Can you imagine 14?

"Capt.Mooron" wrote in message
news:v6C_g.35181$P7.9631@edtnps89...

"Charlie Morgan" wrote in message

Walmart sells a very good "smart charger" for well under $50. It even
senses
sulfation and will desulfate if needed.

Walmart!!!?????...... Bwahahahahaahahahahahaahahaaaaa!!!!

Good Grief!!!

If the charger gives me headaches - they'll sell me a $4 bottle of aspirin.
Scout

"Scout" wrote in message
. ..
"Capt.Mooron" wrote in message
news:v6C_g.35181$P7.9631@edtnps89...

"Charlie Morgan" wrote in message

Walmart sells a very good "smart charger" for well under $50. It even
senses
sulfation and will desulfate if needed.

Walmart!!!?????...... Bwahahahahaahahahahahaahahaaaaa!!!!

Good Grief!!!

If the charger gives me headaches - they'll sell me a $4 bottle of
aspirin.

Chucky reminds me of the idiot that approached me while I was working on my
boat.... the 'idiot' decided to clue me in that I had been "taken" by the
local chandler on the 2 part epoxy resin [West Systems]... he claimed he
bought all his fibreglass repair supplies in 'kits' for less than a quarter
of what I paid, at... you guessed it... Wal-Mart!!!!
Bwahahahahahahahhhaaaa!!!!

CM-

"Charlie Morgan" wrote in message
...
On Sun, 22 Oct 2006 04:05:47 GMT, "Capt.Mooron"

wrote:


"Charlie Morgan" wrote in message

Walmart sells a very good "smart charger" for well under $50. It even
senses
sulfation and will desulfate if needed.

Walmart!!!?????

Yes, Walmart. I'm sure they didn't intend to sell such a good charger for
a low
price. They ****ed up. It's a Schumacher, and every bit the equal of
"marine"
smart chargers that sell for several hundred dollars.

Let me guess..... you get all your marine supplies there!???

"Attention Wal-Mart shoppers... sale on battery chargers in isle 7"

Bwahahahahaahhahahahahaaa......

Heh wait a minute... maybe that's where Bobsprit is getting his great deals
on sails??

CM-

"Charlie Morgan" wrote in message

The charger can be left plugged in all winter without any problem. When it
comes
to battery charging, it's considerably smarter than Mooron, and knows when
to
shut up - or off. Mooron apparently thinks Walmart manufactures everything
they
sell. The tip about the excellent smart charger at a bargain price has
been
known for quite some time. Mooron is also probably ignorant of the fact
that
many "marine" accessories are available at RV stores for much lower
prices. Same
brands and models - different pricing structure.

Good Grief..... what's next Chucky? The deals on Dumpster diving??
BTW- I had my battery charger built.


Remember who first suggested you look at a Seaward 26RK? :^)

Woooooo Yeah... Chucky begs, grovels and whimpers... "remember who helped
you / be nice to me / I'm trying to turn over a new leaf/ I wanna be your
newest bestest buddy" ....

What a truly PATHETIC display..... you're more disgusting than Ganz!

Whatsa matter Chucky boy?.... are the delusions of past glories you bragged
about waning thin? People getting tired of your "I told'em I died" story?

You are one pasty little dickwad...... I know who you are Chucky!!!

Bwahahahahahahahahahhahahahaaaaaa......

CM-

"Charlie Morgan" wrote in message

It's fine with me if you wish to remain clueless. Completely fine.

Whoa Nelly..... now you're stating anyone who doesn't shop at Wal-Mart for
their marine products ... is clueless!!!

Bwahahahahahahahahahahahahahaaa.... Brilliant there Einstein!!! Absolutely
BRILLIANT!!!!

CM-

Uh oh, I thought Chuckles was wooing Dave, but now it looks
like he's going after Scout, too. What a two timer!

Scotty




"Charlie Morgan" wrote in message
...

Remember who first suggested you look at a Seaward 26RK?
:^)

CWM

Bart wrote:
A good charge controller is an important part of
keeling your batteries alive. I have not had much
luck in that area. My charger died, then I fixed it,
then it died, then it came back to life, then the controller
died. It has been frustrating to me. I'm thinking about
getting a second charger, just to keep the batteries
topped off if the first one dies again.

I've had a Newmar Consti-volt/ charger. It can keep up to 3 battery
banks charged at a time.
Heavy duty splash proof bulkhead mounted stainless steel case. Haven't
had a problem with it in 10 yrs.. I think it cost around 700-800

http://www.nonstopyacht.com/static/b...DPT&2D20CE.htm

Joe



Scout wrote:
"Bart" wrote in message
oups.com...
Good link on batteries. Discusses AGM vs Gel, vs Flooded
batteries.

http://www.vonwentzel.net/Battery/

I purchased 2 Optima Blue Tops (dual purpose - starting and deep cycle) for
my boat. The manuf. stresses the need to manage the charging voltage to a
max of 13.8 with a max current flow of 1 amp. I have 2 trickle chargers I
bought for my bikes, but I try to follow spec recs. at almost any cost. Any
tips on quality chargers that can be user regulated?
Scout

"Joe" wrote in message
ups.com...

I've had a Newmar Consti-volt/ charger. It can keep up
to 3 battery
banks charged at a time.
Heavy duty splash proof bulkhead mounted stainless steel
case. Haven't
had a problem with it in 10 yrs.. I think it cost around
700-800


http://www.nonstopyacht.com/static/b...ion/Product/Vi
ew/NEWM&2DPT&2D20CE.htm


I'm guessing you didn't buy that at Wal Mart.

Scotty