06-29-2022, 04:21 AM
Joe,
It is common for the batteries to run down while waiting on work to be done. There are a number of parasitic drains on both the house and engine batteries. There is a switch in the passenger side engine bay to disconnect the engine batteries. Look inside the stainless steel compartment in the engine bay.
Will the generator crank? If so, crank the generator so the inverter/charger will operate, then use the MERGE switch in the driver cockpit to combine the battery banks, that is the fastest way to charge the engine batteries.
You did not say why the coach requires a tow. Perhaps we can help you avoid that if possible. Towing a Newell has the potential for a lot of problems if not done correctly.
It is common for the batteries to run down while waiting on work to be done. There are a number of parasitic drains on both the house and engine batteries. There is a switch in the passenger side engine bay to disconnect the engine batteries. Look inside the stainless steel compartment in the engine bay.
Will the generator crank? If so, crank the generator so the inverter/charger will operate, then use the MERGE switch in the driver cockpit to combine the battery banks, that is the fastest way to charge the engine batteries.
You did not say why the coach requires a tow. Perhaps we can help you avoid that if possible. Towing a Newell has the potential for a lot of problems if not done correctly.
Richard and Rhonda Entrekin
95 Newell, 390 Ex caretaker
99 Newell, 512 Ex caretaker
07 Prevost Marathon, 1025
Maverick Hybrid Toad
Inverness, FL (when we're home
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