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Neweller · 10-09-2012, 12:25 AM

Glenn

It sounds like the problem is what Sean outlined above. I had the same thing happen when my batteries were low on distilled water from boiling over from overcharging during freezing temperatures and when the one battery blew it sounded like a shotgun going off and blew the door open bending it. The whole top of the battery was blown apart and yes acid everywhere. Yikes!

Another thing would be to check out the converter and make sure it is not defective possibly seriously overcharging your batteries. You can hook up a good volt meter or I prefer a good DVM to check what the voltage is during battery charging.

If you end up with a bad converter I would suggest going with a smart charger.

10-09-2012, 12:25 AM	#3
Neweller Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Heartland Posts: 3,563	Glenn It sounds like the problem is what Sean outlined above. I had the same thing happen when my batteries were low on distilled water from boiling over from overcharging during freezing temperatures and when the one battery blew it sounded like a shotgun going off and blew the door open bending it. The whole top of the battery was blown apart and yes acid everywhere. Yikes! Another thing would be to check out the converter and make sure it is not defective possibly seriously overcharging your batteries. You can hook up a good volt meter or I prefer a good DVM to check what the voltage is during battery charging. If you end up with a bad converter I would suggest going with a smart charger. __________________ Ken Previous Owner of 3 Newell's Wanted: Newell Coach Needing Engine Replacement! If you want to sell, PM or Private Message me. Thanks! "I know I’m not perfect, and I don't live to be. But before you start pointing fingers, make sure your hands are clean." -Bob Marley