The Essentials

24 Series Batteries
Good inexpensive 12 volt battery used primarily for safety. Most trailers that
have trailer brakes require a 12 volt battery installed for the emergency
braking system. A BREAKAWAY switch when activated in an emergency will
apply 12 volt power to the brake magnets on the trailer. The installation of a
battery is mandatory on trailers over 2000LBS in Alberta.
- 2 days use
- Safety devices only
- A few lights
- No furnace
CONVERTER CHARGE TIME: 2-3 days

The Basics

27 & 31 Series Batteries
Managing your power requirements for a weekend is important when dry
camping. Most 31 series batteries will provide enough power for your
necessary systems; a few lights, modest furnace usage, refrigerator gas
valves and safety devices such as LP and carbon monoxide detectors.
NOTE: The battery must be first fully charged before camping. Most
converters in a trailer are required to be plugged in for a minimum of 3 days
for a single 12v battery to be fully charged.
- 2 days use
- Furnace- light duty
- Safety devices
- A few lights
CONVERTER CHARGE TIME: 3 days

Weekenders

6 Volt Battery Configuration (two batteries installed in series to add up
to 12 volts)
Ideal for all types makes and models of recreation vehicles. The best choice
if you are dry camping for more than two days without access to 110V
power. Typical limit is 5 days with modest furnace, lights and stereo usage.
- 3-5 days use
- Furnace – medium duty
- Safety devices
- Under 2 hours audio/ video per day
- A few lights
CONVERTER CHARTE TIME: 5 days

Sustainable Living

110 Watt Solar Systems
Recommended with 6 volt batteries to extend dry camp a solar panel
system added to your coach will provide unlimited recourse with modest
equipment usage. A typical day in Alberta will restore approximately 40
amp hours of energy into you 12 volt battery system per 24 hours.
Pro’s & Con’s- Maintenance free, lightweight, 25-years warranty, always
on, no fuel required
Power Inverters
An inverter produces a quiet 110v power produced by a maintenance-free
electronic device powered by your 12 volt battery system with no moving
parts.
Recommended to have two six-volt batteries and a solar panel system to
ensure there is enough 12 volt power available when you need it most!!!!
Individual consulting required to adequately access 110 volt needs.
Pro’s & Con’s – Maintenance free, NO NOISE, no fuel required, power
when you need it.
110 Volt power
Portable Generators
A quick and easy solution to power your 110 volt accessories generators
both charge your battery and provide ample power to operate microwaves,
air conditioners, DVD players, TV’s and other accessories depending on the
size of the generator.
Pro’s & Con’s- power when you need it, requires fuel, requires periodic
maintenance