Does Redarc BCDC Charger Run Wire to Front of Vehicle if Used with Smart Alternator
Published 12/02/2022
Question:
I have a 2015 VW Toureg TDI with factory trailer wiring. I am towing an RV. Lithium Iron phosphate battery. I am thinking of using the Redarc In-Vehicle BCDC Battery Charger - Single Input - DC to DC - 12V/24V - 12 Amp My question is do I have to run any extra wiring? It looks like I will need to run a wire directly to the vehicle battery. Is this correct? FYI: The vehicle has a smart alternator
asked by: Victor J
Expert Reply:
Since your vehicle does have a smart alternator you do need to run a wire from the Redarc # RED96FR to the ignition. I also attached a diagram that shows how this installs on a Lithium setup like you have.
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Redarc In-Vehicle BCDC Trailer Battery Charger - Single Input - DC to DC - 12V/24V - 12 Amp
- Battery Charger
- Battery Charger
- Dump Trailer
- RV/Camper
- Trailer
- 12V
- 24V
- 12 Amps
- DC to DC
- AGM
- Calcium
- Gel
- Lead Acid
- Lithium
- Vehicle Battery
- Smart Charge
- Trickle Charge
- Redarc
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