How Can I Charge My House and Starter Battery With My Alternator?
8 October 2020 · 2 min · 12K views
What this video covers
Inboard engines typically connect the alternator directly to the starter battery, leaving the house battery bank dependent on shore power.0:26 To enable alternator charging for the house bank, installing a battery combiner provides an automatic solution for systems with similarly sized battery banks.1:13 A combiner parallels the engine and house batteries once the engine battery reaches a charging voltage of approximately 13.3 to 13.4 volts.1:26 Installation requires connecting the device to the unswitched distribution side of both battery banks to ensure consistent charging.1:42 Proper setup necessitates using the correct amperage rating for the combiner and installing appropriate fuses on the circuit.2:08 While battery isolators serve a similar purpose, a combiner is the preferred choice for this specific configuration.2:16 Avoiding shortcuts during the wiring process prevents potential electrical failures.1:56
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