Originally posted by Bovine0001
2nd, should I keep the battery topped up with a floating charge all year long? I read so much about folks installing switches into the battery line to disconnect the load and then charge it up the night before they take their RPod out. Which is the right way?
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While not everyone does it, any lead acid battery not in use should be kept on a battery charger 24/7. This will make a noticeable difference in its lifespan. There are some good inexpensive battery maintainers that will do this, and many are available on Amazon as well as your local hardware store, though Amazon will probably be cheaper.
My personal favorite is the Battery Minder #1500, and it sells for around $50, and it is on the high side of battery maintainers.