Does Utility Trailer Battery Need to be Grounded to Charge
Updated 11/02/2022 | Published 11/01/2022
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Question:
how do i ground a bettery in my utility trailer for charging? i have installed the new 7 wire kit from a 5 wire. just not sure how to ground the battery for charging. thanks
asked by: Dave
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Expert Reply:
If you run a wire from the trailer frame to the negative post of the battery it will be grounded so that you can charge it from the 12 volt accessory circuit of the 7-way like you are wanting. Be sure to use 10 gauge wire like part # 10-1-1 which we sell by the foot.
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Jameson C
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