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PersonBigred48
25/4/2020 at 4:05pm
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I have a 2002 Peugeot Nuevo and wondered if when the 240v hook-up is connected to a site standpost does it charge the vehicle battery when the switch is postioned on the vehcl and not on cab on the consul


Personmarg6
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what does your handbook say?


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25/4/2020 at 7:00pm
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I take it that this is an Autosleeper. I guess that things have changed somewhat since 2002. We had an Autosleeper, bought new in 2008. I can only go on that.
If you don't have a Hand Book for that vehicle I would suggest you try to find one as this will answer most of the questions you may have.
The van we had, had an electronic control panel, all push buttons for everything electrical, even the outside light. Does yours have this type of panel. If we do not know and you can't add a photo, we may be giving you an answer that is not applicable to your vehicle. BUT from what you said that could be correct. I would wait until someone else can give an answer. Maybe someone with that model which is quite likely as the Nuevo is a popular model.
Welcome, I see you joined today. Please fill in the van you have and a rough location, then if you need more answers at any time, things can be found local, and tailored for you.   

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One easy way to find out is to try it, if you have access to a voltmeter. With the mains switched off put the voltmeter across the vehicle battery then switch the mains on. If the battery voltage rises slightly, then it does charge. If there is no change, then it doesn't.



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PersonBigred48
25/4/2020 at 7:19pm
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Thanks for your reply. I will duly supply a photo of the panel.


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PersonBigred48
25/4/2020 at 7:20pm
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OK thanks for advise on using voltmeter.


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Have a look at the Autosleeper owners forum if the answer is not there they will soon put you on the right track

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The answer is no because ONLY the leisure battery can be charged via a mains hook up post. There is an onboard charger incorporated in the circuit that does this respectively but it's also called a transformer as well which reduces the current from 240 volts to 14 volts. The vehicle starter battery is a shallow cycle battery whereas a leisure battery is a deep cycle type which they are constructed differently so the charging procedure is different in terms of amp rating. Charging up the vehicle battery is delivered via the vehicle's alternator and even if the vehicle's battery is flat, the use of jump leads have to be used with caution because there is no control over the current therefore can cause a back feed and cause damage to the alternator. The best and safest way to charge the vehicle battery is to run the engine at idle for around 15 minutes which should fully recharge the starter battery. It's always advisable to keep a voltmeter in your tool kit anyway because testing can eliminate most of the guess work especially if you think that your battery isn't holding a charge.


PersonBigred48
02/5/2020 at 6:57pm
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Here is the picture of the control panel

It is the top image


Personmarg6
02/5/2020 at 10:04pm
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i think you need to put the switch over to hab, and then it should show something


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Personmarg6
02/5/2020 at 10:06pm
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oh and to answer the first question, the vehicle/hab switch is to put the power on to run the 12v on your fridge when your on the move


PersonCapt Lightning
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Tango55 is basically correct, though I might query a few details.

Generally the EHU feeds a power supply which can feed the habitation electrics and charge the leisure battery. It does not generally charge the starter battery, though I have use it to charge it when I had a flat battery at home.

When the engine is running it will charge both batteries and unless you have some fancy electronics, they are simply connected together by a relay.

The Habitation switch has nothing to do with the fridge other than power the spark ignition. The fridge is powered via the alternator and relay which is only powered when the engine is running. The switch simply selects which battery supplies the internal lights, pump etc.. NOT the 12V operation of the fridge.

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PersonBigred48
03/5/2020 at 6:30pm
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Thanks for all the info folks. I have now found my handbook details and it tell me that I can switch to Veh. when connected to supply and it will charge the vehicle battery. I will scan the document and show you at later date



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