Winco
Chronic Battery Discharge
Battery repeatedly goes dead between weekly exercise runs.
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Possible Causes
Failed onboard battery charger, Parasitic draw from accessories, Old or sulfated battery, Loose battery connections reducing charge
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Wear eye protection when working on batteries.
- Measure float voltage: With utility power present, check battery voltage. If below ~13.0 VDC, the battery charger may not be working.
- Inspect charger fuse: Locate and test the charger fuse in the control panel.
- Check for added loads: Remove any non-factory devices connected to the generator battery.
- Replace battery: If the charger is good but the battery will not hold charge, replace it with the correct Winco-specified battery.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
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