Charging Leisure Battery In 1993 Elddis Hurricane Caravan

Do I just plug in mains hook up lead and the zig 2000 unit automatically charges the battery or do I have to set one of the switches? Thankyou.

I have not used a zig unit for ages and going by memory I think that all you have to do is just make sure the the power switch is on for it to work. However, if there is anyone out there who uses this type of unit and can offer some advice, please contact us and we will pass it on.

Fully Charged Battery Doesn't Register On Amp Window Unless Connected To Mains

by J Rowlands
(West Yorks)

We had a problem last time out with our electrics on our Bailey Pageant Champagne 2009 model. The local dealer fixed it saying it was the heater thermostat that had blown. Now the battery doesn't register if connected on its own. If connected to the mains it is over half way full. We bought a new battery thinking it was done and the new one does the same....very annoying.
Any ideas?

This may sound a stupid question, but have you made sure that the 12v master switch is on. This switch has to be in the on position for the volt meter to work. Apart from that, this has stumped me and all I can suggest is that you take it back to the dealer and ask them to have another look at it.

Battery Charger Not Working

by Bert
(Glossop)

Hi

Where can I get a like for like battery charger for my 2003 Bailey Ranger 460-2?

Thanks


The best place to find any spare parts for a caravan is usually a Breakers yard. If you look on our website on the page called Caravan Spares there is a list of breakers on there. Telephone them or e-mail them with your requirements and, if they have it, they will usually be able to post the item to you. Hope this helps.

Battery For Caravan Cooker

by Wullie Dey
(Fife)

Where is the battery compartment for a caravan cooker? Thanks

The majority of ovens in caravans run off gas and do not have batteries. If your oven has spark ignition, that is controlled by your 12v system, which in turn is run off your main caravan battery.

Battery Charging Avondale 435 1996

by Jay
(Ipswich)

Can someone tell me if when I plug the van into mains, should this charge the battery, and also should all the lights work off the mains and not drain the battery?

Once hooked up to the mains, your battery should be trickle charged by your charger in your caravan. As for your lights, I should imagine that the majority of your lights run off the 12v system even when plugged into the mains. This should not drain your battery as it is constantly being trickle charged. Some of the main lights however might run on 230v.

Battery or Generator

by Gary

I'm getting my first caravan in April and would like to know the following - we're buying a touring caravan (Knaus 750fku) and I'm wondering if I should buy a good quality battery with charger or should I buy a Honda generator? Additionally, do I need to use a battery with the generator? Apologies if this is a stupid question! Please advise. Many thanks,Gary


Hi Gary

Ask the dealer that you are buying the caravan from to supply you with a leisure battery. Just remember that the higher the Ah (Amp hours) rating, the longer the battery will last when not connected to an electric hook up. The caravan should have a built in charger which will charge your battery when you are towing and also when you are connected to an electric hook up.

If you intend using your caravan on sites that do not have an electric hook up and dependent on the length of your stay, then a generator might be a good idea but is not always necessary.

Caravan Battery - Charging From The Car

by Mike Jones
(Congleton, Cheshire)

Caravan in question is a 2004 Lunar Quasar 462. On doing some green field caravanning recently, almost flattened my leisure battery due to lack of sunshine for my solar panel. So, had a thought, connect the car up to the caravan and run the engine for a bit which would get a bit of juice in. Only problem is, with engine switched off and caravan electrical panel set to 'car', get output from car. However, running engine switches of all caravan circuits - apart from fridge. No lights, nothing.

Probably a bit of a daft question really, but is this what is supposed to happen?

Thanks in advance.

Mike Jones


Basically the answer to your question is Yes. Most caravans have 2 relays to comply with the European Standard EN 1648-1.

Relay one allows the car battery to supply caravan appliances via the Battery selector switch when the car engine is not running. However, when the car engine is running, the relay ensures that a charge from the car's alternator is fed to the caravan battery automatically.

Relay two ensures that no caravan 12V appliances other that the fridge will operate when the car engine is running irrespective of the Battery selector switch position.

Battery charge up when being towed

by Frank
(Liverpool)

Hi
Should my caravan battery be charging when being towed?
Thanks

You can only charge your battery when towing if you have the supplementary 12S socket (grey) fitted to your towbar. This socket also operates your reversing lights on your caravan and also allows you to run the caravan fridge when towing (you must turn the dial on the fridge to car setting).

Caravan battery

by Dave Long
(Bucks, England)

What type of battery do I need to purchase for my caravan (which is a Swift Doubleete, 4 berth with a mover?)
Many thanks.

As movers tend to drain caravan leisure batteries quite quickly, I would advise you to go for the highest Ah (amp hour) rated leisure battery you can afford. An 110Ah leisure battery should be fine.

Battery

by Fiona
(Axbridge)

Do you know what Leisure battery I would need for my Avondale 435 caravan?

It all depends on how much you are going to use it. If for most of the time you are going to be hooked up to site electric and you do not have a motor mover, then I would go for a standard 75Ah leisure battery. However, if you are going to use your caravan with no electric hook up, then I would by an 110Ah leisure battery. The Ah stands for amp hours which indicates how long the battery will last before requiring a re-charge. If you decided on the larger Ah rated battery, measure your battery box before you buy one to make sure the battery will actually fit in it.

Caravan Batteries

by Alan Balcomb
(Newmarket)

My caravan is fitted with a Truma single axle mover,there appears to be lots of types of batteries that "may do the job".
Can you please advise on the best battery possible for suitable use with mover and all the other 12 volts bits and bobs fitted in most caravans
Thanks


My advice would be to firstly measure your battery compartment and the take these measurements to your local dealer and ask for the highest Amp Hour battery you can afford. The dealer should be able to tell you if it is a suitable fit and if it suits your needs.

Leisure Battery

Do you now what size leisure battery is needed for a 2 berth 1990 Eccles Topaz caravan?

It all depends on how much you intend on using the battery. However, I would imagine a standard 75Ah leisure battery would be suitable for your requirements.

Caravan Battery Box

Do you know whether a 110 AH caravan battery would fit in the battery compartment on a Pageant Bordeaux year 2006 caravan? Many thanks for your help with this.

It should not be a problem, but just to make sure I would take the measurements of the box with you before you buy one.

Battery Size for Compartment

by Janey
(Lancaster)

Are 75ah batteries a standard size? Our newly purchased Bailey Senator Wyoming 2006 says it will accommodate a 90 amperes/hours capacity battery. If I buy a 75ah battery will this definitely fit in the compartment? My caravan is sited 120 miles away but prices are cheaper here where I live.
Many thanks anyone! JG


A 75Ah battery will be smaller than a 90Ah battery, so if you are going to buy a 75Ah battery it should definitely fit in your battery compartment.

Battery Charging

by Tony
(Solihull , UK)

My caravan will be in winter storage, I need to keep the battery connected due to the tracker and alarm system, how do I keep the battery charged?Thanks


The only way of really keeping your battery charged is to hook up to an electric point and trickle charge via your on board charger. If there is no electric point available, you could try a solar panel to keep your battery charged.

Damp and cracked side electric battery and mains box

by John
(Scotland)

Hi, I have just bought a 1989 Abbey 418 T which is in great order - except there is some damp which I think is due to the side electric box and lid being cracked. Can this be replaced and the damp fix - or is the caravan a gonner.The damp is slight to each side and lower than the plastic box.

Can anyone tell me a ball park cost of getting a small area of damp and the box professionally fixed - just roughly , so that I know whether to cry or get it done !,

thanks

The cost is dependent on the size of the problem. I should take your caravan to your local dealer and ask the to take a look and give you a quote. They should also be able to tell you it it is worth doing or not.

Caravan Battery

I have left my van in France for the winter and did not remove my battery or disconnect it. It is a new battery, what's the chances of it being ok next July? Thanks in advance for any replies.


There are no guarantees that your battery will last. However, I left my battery conected over winter once and it still held it's charge.

Battery Low Light

We have just been for our first trip in our Cotswold Windrush caravan and even when hooked up to mains the battery low light stays on, we are real novices, can any of you good people help us please.


You might have an old Leisure battery which is not holding a charge. Try and borrow one from someone you know and see if that works. If it does, then you will probable have to change your battery.

ABI Brooklyn 400/2 2000 - Battery Charging

by Jenny
(Dorset)

Does anyone happen to know where the on board battery charging switch is located on an ABI Brooklyn 400/2 2000 Model caravan? Any help would be much appreciated.


Does anyone own a similar caravan and could help Jenny? If so, please let us know and we will pass the information on.

Routing Leads from Solar Panel (Battery Trickle Charger) to Battery

by Andrew Johnson
(Durham City)

Do not want to run lead out of the window into battery box housing. Thought I might run lead (carefully) under bed then drill hole in battery box and run cable through. Of course I would use a grommet and seal hole completely. Is there a safety issue I may be overlooking?
Regards,
A Johnson.


I can't see a problem doing it that way, but you could always leave the solar panel outside the caravan and use the cut out on the battery door panel that is used for your electric hook up cable.

Battery upgrade for Bailey Pageant Monarch 2006

by Stephen Stead
(Yateley,Hampshire,England)

Hello, I have just had an E-go caravan mover fitted to my Bailey Pageant Monarch 2006 caravan and it seems that the 85 ah battery is not strong enough.Can anyone advise which battery is best and will fit the battery box as I forgot to measure the battery box and the caravan is in storage over 50 miles away! Appreciate your help.


Your best bet would be to go to your local caravan dealer. They should be able to tell you exactly what leisure battery will fit. I would go for something like a 110 Ah battery if it will fit.

Caravan Battery and Hook Up?

by Sue
(Newcastle Upon Tyne)

Hi, we are 1st time caravaners and have just bought an old caravan, Abi Sprinter 1995. We are a bit lost as to why we were told we need a battery for the electrics when in fact we are sited somewhere where we will be using electric hook up. We will not be towing this apart from storage to site. We will be using electricals in the awning too. We would appriciate any advice regarding this.
Thanks


The reason for having a battery is that it operates the 12v system. This runs all the low wattage items such as water pumps, striplights etc. Also if you have a power cut, you will still be able to use the lights and water.

Leisure Battery Charging

When I tow the caravan,I switch the fridge over to 12v, does the car charge the leisure battery as well as run the fridge when the car engine is running. Also, does the leisure battery get charged when the van is connected to 240v supply on site?


Run the fridge and charging the battery when towing will only work if you have the supplementary 12S socket(the grey one) fitted to your car.

Lunar Zenith 6 Battery

by Stuart Brass
(Darlington)

I know I have to replace my battery on my Lunar Zenith 6 2006. I have left the battery info at the caravan which is over an hour away, any chance you guys could tell me which battery I need?

Thanks
Stuart Brass


Basically you will need a standard leisure battery. You cannot use a car battery, it must be a leisure battery. They do come in differnt sizes depending on Ah (Amp Hours). If you go to your local caravan dealer, they will be able to advise as to what is the best size for your needs.

Battery for 1999 Elddis Wiston

My wife and I are buying an Elddis Wiston caravan 2 berth. It hasn't got a battery and we are not sure what the correct size or ampage is.


If you intend to use the battery aloy and if you have a motor mover fitted to your caravan, then I would go for the highest amp battery that will fit inside your box. Measure the base and height of your box and take these details with you when you buy your battery. The standard 85 amp caravan should fit, but the 110 amp batteries tend to be larger.

Leisure Battery

by Richard Hannabuss
(Leicester)

Hi, we just got 1993 Bailey Discovery 800, Does the leisure battery run the interior sockets? The lights & the fridge works fine,but cannot seem to get the sockets to work.



I think you will find that the sockets will only work when you are plugged into the mains (230v).

Battery Charging

Is it better to leave the caravan connected to the electricity supply when storing over the winter period - which will allow the battery to stay charged?


We tend to remove the battery in the winter and store it in a warm dry and well ventillated room. Periodically we check and trickle charge the battery to keep it at it optimium charge.

Just remember that when removing the battery, you should remove the negative terminal first and when you re-install the battery, connect the negative terminal last. Once you have removed the battery, you should coat the terminals with grease or vaseline.