Abstract: A handy little book which covers all aspects of the use of 12 volt lead-acid batteries in emergency and recreational settings. Of particular interest is the advice on the use of solar cells to charge lead-acid batteries.
Keywords: book review, electronics, survival, emergency power, lead-acid, 12 volt, solar cells, camping, battery backup, recreational vehicles, RV, boats, marine, charging, care, use, using storage batteries, power inverters, capacity, voltage, current, storage, deep-cycle, gel-cell, alternators, generators, regulators, wind power, wiring, troubleshooting, recreational vehicles, boats, boating, electric equipment.

Title: Managing 12 Volts: How to Upgrade, Operate and Troubleshoot 12 Volt Systems
Author: Harold Barre
Publisher: Summer Breeze
Date Published: August 1996
ISBN: 0964738619
LOCN: TL272.B285 1996
Dewey: 629.25/42 20
Pages: 213
Bibliography: 21
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CONTENTS

Chapter 1: Keys to Electrical Self-sufficiency

Chapter 2: Determine Your Electrical Requirements

Chapter 3: Determine Your Battery Capacity

Chapter 4: Types of Lead Acid Batteries

Chapter 5: Battery Charging

Chapter 6: Monitors, Wiring, and Switches

Chapter 7: Designing and Operating Your 12 Volt System

Chapter 8 Understanding Electrical Circuits

Chapter 9 Troubleshooting Electrical Circuits

Glossary

List of Manufacturers

This book is on my shelf awaiting further review.

     

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