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Old 12-24-2012, 06:51 PM   #1
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Default Periodic Awkward Smell Batteries Possibly?????????

In the motor home we have a smell periodically and I'm wondering if the batteries are overcharging and if so what could the possible causes be?

Any thoughts on causes and solutions, suggestions?
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Old 12-24-2012, 11:45 PM   #2
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Hi Cliff, Did you get you heater to work? Possibly the smell is conming from it if it hasnt been used for awhile?
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If it is the batteries, it can be almost like a sewage smell. I like to check mine once a month, seldom have to add water but have peace of mind.
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Hi Cliff, Did you get you heater to work? Possibly the smell is conming from it if it hasnt been used for awhile?
Hi Keith,

Yes, I finally have our heaters functioning correctly. All cleaned with maintenance done so we should be good for awhile hopefully.

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