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    Posted: 21 Aug 2018 at 1:04pm
Probably just a matter of semantics, but I like the way it is described in my PD4655 manual:
BOOST MODE

The output voltage is 14.4VDC to rapidly recharge the battery up to  90% of full charge.

NORMAL MODE

When the battery is between 50% and 90% charged. When in this mode the output voltage is 13.6VDC and the converter is safely completing the charge of the battery.

STORAGE MODE

In this mode the output voltage has been lowered to 13.2VDC, the RV battery is fully charged and the converter is maintaining the charge.

EQUALIZATION MODE

In this mode the output voltage is 14.4 Volts – Every 21 hours for a period of 15 minutes prevents battery stratification & sulfation – the leading cause of battery failure.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 21 Aug 2018 at 1:46pm
Best explanation so far.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 21 Aug 2018 at 3:12pm
+1 to both GlueGuy and fwunder who both are just describing the same functions differently.

Hooked up the "charge wizard" pendent to my Progressive Dynamics circuit board today. I like now having the options of stepping through different charging modes and being able to quickly diagnose a problem with the converter. 
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 21 Aug 2018 at 4:14pm
I disagree. Right out of the WFCO manual.

"The WFCO Normal (Absorption) Mode alone is a powerhouse, capable of charging a fully-discharged battery in under three hours at 13.6 volts. When the RV is being used, the battery is kept readily charged in Normal Mode." After significant time and no change in draw mine drops to 13.1 volts. That is float mode. I have and continue to monitor and it works fine. Where are you getting your info?
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 21 Aug 2018 at 4:16pm
fwounder,

Your explanation is no different than the charge voltages for a WFCO. 3 phase.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 21 Aug 2018 at 4:51pm
Mike, Just a different way of saying it that makes more sense to me. BTW, I don't think the WFCO has an equalization mode, does it?

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 21 Aug 2018 at 5:01pm
Fred. here is what WFCO says, sorry for length:

WFCO’s automatic three-stage converter handles every charging need for the RV while extending the battery’s life. In fact, well-maintained batteries should never need more than WFCO’s two-stage (Normal and Trickle) charging modes. Our Fast Charge third stage (Bulk) is for the rare times a battery needs extra-power charging.

The WFCO Normal (Absorption) Mode alone is a powerhouse, capable of charging a fully-discharged battery in under three hours at 13.6 volts. When the RV is being used, the battery is kept readily charged in Normal Mode.

However, if the converter detects no significant variation in current draw for approximately 44 continuous hours, our Trickle (Float) Mode automatically kicks in and brings the battery back to full charge. Maintaining full charging in this manner helps prevent stratification of the battery’s fluids, which can reduce the battery’s charge and longevity.

For those cases when the battery charge drops significantly due to prolonged disuse, poor maintenance, or by significantly heavy system overloads, our 14.4 volt Fast Charge (Bulk) Mode kicks in. Our Fast Charge provides a maximum four-hour charge in order to prevent battery damage. This maximum time feature has been implemented to protect and extend the life of the battery.

The problem with overcharging a battery is that it tends to convert the water molecules into oxygen and hydrogen gasses, which can deplete the water and leave a strong acid solution, possibly damaging the battery. WFCO’s smart engineering makes Normal and Trickle the only charging modes the RV battery should ever require when it’s properly maintained.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 21 Aug 2018 at 5:55pm
I'll take your word it says the same thing, Mike. Smile My reading comprehension skills aren't that good. Thanks for posting it.

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 21 Aug 2018 at 6:02pm
Thanks Fred:)
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 28 Nov 2018 at 12:41pm
Have converter problem. Is warranty with manufacture not FR? Also what is the mpg when F-150 towing pod?
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