Can i charge my boat battery with a regular battery charger?

Question

Can i charge my boat battery with a regular battery charger?

Answer 1

Yes, but if it's a deep cycle battery you should only use the 2 amp slow setting.

Answer 2

Yes,but keep checking it.

Answer 3

Yes you can. There is a switch on the charger...6 or 12 volt. Probably 12v.

Answer 4

If you use a regular charger be there to unplug it.

Or get a smart charger that will be smart enough to turn off or turn down the flow of voltage so the battery will not be damaged.

Or if you have a simple light timer put that on the power side and set the timer for 4 or 6 hours to turn off the charger.  Remember to check the water (distilled) and leave the caps ajar.

Answer 5

yes.

Answer 6

No   problem    but   get   an  automatic   charger  that   turns itself    off   (smart charger )      you   dont  want  to  cook  your batteries..........   I  use   a Vector     its   inexpensive   and  will  also  equalize  your   batteries   and   check  your  alternator

Answer 7

Agree with nearly all here - just thought I would pass on what my father does.

When not in use he disconnects the batteries and connects a smart charger, opens the vents slightly after checking levels and leaves in on a "trickle charge" (slow charge).

He has been boating for as long as I can remember an has never had any dramas.

Cheers

Answer 8

yes you can

Answer 9

Depends on what type of battery it is. If it is lead acid, then yes, a normal charger will work fine. If it is a gel type battery, then you need a gel battery charger. They make them for both types.