Can a Trailer Break Away Battery be Charged from the 7-Way Trailer Connector
Question:
Can I run another wire from the positive side of the battery to the auxillary wire to charge my battery on a non charging break-away kit?
asked by: Brian
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Expert Reply:
If you have a break away kit that does not include a charger, you can provide a charge to the battery using the 12 volt circuit or auxiliary circuit from the vehicle 7-Way trailer connector. However, using the 7-Way can overcharge a break away battery. It would better to add a charger designed for a break away battery like # 20011.
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Michael H
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Trailer Breakaway Kit Battery Charger for 12V, 5-Amp Battery
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Hopkins Engager Trailer Breakaway Kit w/ Charger, LED Tester, and 5 Ah Battery - Side Load
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