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Post by Jim Hare on Dec 10, 2014 12:55:17 GMT 11
I remember reading that if the LEAF is not going to be driven for a month or more that the batteries should be left mid-charge.
Just trying to update my charging rule book for all occasions.
Thoughts?
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Post by gabzimiev on Dec 10, 2014 13:09:42 GMT 11
so it's a mix of 2 rules: 1. Don't leave it at >80% for a long period of time. 2. Don't leave it at <20% or low levels for a long period of time.
if left alone they'll drain slowly, charging to 80% would be fine. It'll slow degrade but stay well away from low levels.
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Post by Feng on Dec 10, 2014 13:13:41 GMT 11
That's what I've been going by too. Also throw in don't leave the EVSE connected as it will drain the 12V battery and disconnect the 12V battery if it's for a long period. I lost a few bars of charge while at the panel beaters and I suspect it was the 12V slowly draining the traction battery.
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Post by Jim Hare on Dec 10, 2014 14:34:37 GMT 11
Thanks Guys. The 12V battery is new information for me. So you're suggesting disconnecting it?
Anyone know if it powers the memory backup for clock, radio stations, Bluetooth and so on?
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Post by Feng on Dec 10, 2014 15:03:48 GMT 11
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Post by Jim Hare on Dec 11, 2014 9:00:15 GMT 11
Great article, thanks Feng! They mention a 12v tender but that sounds like a hassle, seems easier to disconnect and reset the clock/personal info on the other side.
Good info!
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