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Strange question, dual batteries and inverter.
So I collected my car on Wednesday, had the tyre issue but thats sorted, and have just driven it to the Alps last night-all good. Drove really well.
This afternoon I thought I would re check the levels just to be sure all was OK. As I look at the car, the battery is on the right hand side. But on the left hand side there is a cover, under which a second battery clearly goes. Its empty, but the terminals are there.
I also discovered an inverter set up under the passenger seat (where I can plug in a normal 3 pin house plug).
Is it normal to have 2 batteries and should I get one and put it in?
If not normal, why doo I have one?
And finally, any idea why someone would fit an inverter?
Thanks, and sorry for the possibly stupid questions!
Last edited by Philip1972 on 31st Mar 2017 9:05 pm. Edited 1 time in total
31st Mar 2017 8:55 pm
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Not normal at all, the inventor, terminals and now gone battery are aftermarket stuff.
What wattage is the inverter? Could have been for anything, the watts would give an indication what for.
31st Mar 2017 8:57 pm
Philip1972
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Oh I dont know the wattage, I will go and have a look in the morning and let you know!
31st Mar 2017 9:06 pm
Philip1972
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It says 600 W inverter on it.
1st Apr 2017 8:15 am
Philip1972
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It says 600 W inverter on it.
1st Apr 2017 8:15 am
garfield2
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One assumes that your new to you has been used for adventure and not just the school run.
Second battery may have powered winch, lights or even a fridge, investor may have powered lap top or phone chargers.
Regards
Martin
1st Apr 2017 11:25 am
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Agreed, wattage shows low power devices like chargers. Once looked at what I'd need to power a Nespresso machine, would be great to have that on road trips. Especially when the bugs are out!
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